Hyacinth Shawlette

Hi knitters! It is finally March and I love this month with all the blooming flowers it brings, and the many happy events we celebrate during it; woman's day, mother's day, and in my home country, teacher's day, tree's day and the new year. I will try to celebrate and commemorate as many events this month as possible. This ombre shawlette is dedicated to mothers; its magical design and lovely colors make it very suitable as a gift, and it can be knitted using any other type of yarn. Enjoy spring, stay safe for the time being, and I hope that everything will go back to normal soon. Happy spring month to you all!

Skill level: Easy

Materials:

• RED HEART, super saver, ombre: 10 oz/ 283 g, 482 yds/ 440 m. approx., 100% acrylic, color: anemone, 3965: 1 skein.
• Size U.S. 9 (5.5 mm) circular knitting needles 40" (100 cm) long.
• Tapestry needle.

Measurements: width = 19 inch (48 cm), A= 46 inch (117 cm), B= 47 inch (119 cm), approx.

Gauge: 16 sts and 28 rows = 4"x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in garter stitch.

Yardage: 470 - 475 yards (430 - 435 m) approx.

 Knitting Terms

• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• sl st: slip stitch.
• yo: yarn over.
• k2tog: knit 2 stitches together.
• ssk: slip, slip, knit the 2 sts together through back loops.

Instructions:

Cast on 4 sts:
Row 1: k 2, p 2.
Row 2: sl st, k 1,yo, k 2.(5 sts)
Row 3: k 3, bring yarn to front, sl st, p 1.(5 sts)

Row 4: sl st, k 1, yo, k 3.(6 sts)
Row 5: k 4, bring yarn to front, sl st, p 1.(6 sts)
Row 6: sl st, k 1, yo, k 2, k2tog.(6 sts)
Row 7: k 4, bring yarn to front, sl st, p 1.(6 sts)
Row 8: sl st, k 1, yo, k 4.(7 sts)
Row 9: k 5, bring yarn to front, sl st, p 1.(7 sts)
Row 10: sl st, k 1, yo, k 3, k2tog.(7 sts)

 

General Increasing Pattern

Row 1: k to last 2 sts, bring yarn to front, sl st, p 1.

Row 2: sl st, k 1, yo, k to end.
Row 3: repeat row 1.
Row 4: sl st, k 1, yo, k to last 2 sts, k2tog.

Repeat the general increasing pattern until 68 sts are in the needle and ending row 4. knit 3 rows.

 

General Decreasing Pattern

Row 1: ssk, k to last 2 sts, bring yarn to front, sl st, p 1. 

Row 2: sl st, k 1, yo, k to last 2 sts, k2tog.
Row 3: k to last 2 sts, bring yarn to front, sl st, p 1.
Row 4: sl st, k 1, yo, k to last 2 sts, k2tog.

Repeat the general decreasing pattern until 4 sts remain and ending row 1, cast them off. weave in loose ends and enjoy.

Lastly, feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions or find something confusing in the pattern.

Happy crocheting/knitting! follow me on Instagram @wiams_crafts and Twitter @wiamscrafts to see my upcoming projects.

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Hashtag Mittens

Hi knitters! As I mentioned in my previous post, when I finish a project and still have some yarn left, I try to make use of it by creating accessories for the main piece. So first I made the Hashtag Jacket, then with the leftover yarn I made the Hashtag Slouchy, and now, made with the last remains of the skeins, I present to you the Hashtag Mittens. Making mittens was a challenge for me at first, because it took me a while to get used to the double pointed knitting needles, a must for knitting a small tube shape. In addition to that, I was using more than one yarn, and adopting the mosaic pattern into the mittens' pattern, all at the same time. But the result was worth the hard work, and I'm very pleased with these mittens. 2020 was the year of hats for me, so maybe this year will be the year of mitten projects. Be sure that I'll share my future designs with you all. Stay safe and healthy and have happy knitting days!

Hashtag Jacket		Hashtag Slouchy

Skill level: Advanced

Materials:

• Yarn: 
  1. Nako Calico: 50% Cotton, 50% Premium Acrylic, 3.5 oz. (100 g), 268 yard (245 meter). black: 1 skein. 
  2. Paint Box yarn: 100% Cotton, 1.7 oz. (50 g), 93 yard (85 meter). For size S/M: one skein of Slate Green 1010 (yarn D). For size M/L, one skein of each of the following colors:
     • Light Caramel 1337 (yarn A). 
     • Pistachio green 1346 (yarn B).
     • Vanilla Cream 1346 (yarn C).
• Set of double pointed needles, size US 5 (3.75 mm), and US 6 (4 mm).
• Stitch marker. 
• Tapestry needle.

Sizes:

• S/M
• M/L

Gauge:

• Paint Box yarn: 19 sts and 26 rounds = 4"x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in garter stitch and US 7 (4.5 mm) needles.
• Nako Calico yarn: 20 sts and 29 rounds = 4"x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in garter stitch and US 7 (4.5 mm) needles.

Yardage:

• Size S/M: Paint Box = 44- 46 yards (40- 42 m), Nako Calico = 112- 115 yards (102- 105 m) Nako Calico.
• Size M/L: Paint Box = 55- 58 yards (50- 53 m), Nako Calico = 128- 131 yards (117- 120 m).

Knitting Terms:

• st = stitch.
• sts = stitches.
• k = knit.
• p = purl.
• M 1= make 1 st increase.
• k2tog = knit 2 stitches together.
• sm = stitch marker.

 

Instructions:

Mitten (Make 2):
With black yarn and 3.75 mm double pointed needles, cast on 44 (48) sts. Join in the round. Put the ring stitch marker at the beginning of rounds, knit 1 round. Work as follows:
Ribs round: k 2, p 2, repeat to end.
Repeat ribs round 17 times.
Change to 4 mm circular needles, and work next round:
For Size S/M:
Purl one round decreasing 8 sts evenly. (36 sts)
For Size M/L:
Purl one round. (48 sts)

Hashtag Pattern:
For size S/M, use color D and black yarn.
For size M/L, use color A and black yarn.
Round 1 [yarn D (A)]: k 6, sl st 1, k 1, sl st 1, k 3, repeat to end.
Round 2 (A) and every even number row: purl the knit sts and slip the slipped sts purl-wise (with yarn in back).
Round 3 (black): k 1, sl st 1, k 5, sl st 1, k 3, sl st 1, repeat to end.
Round 5 [yarn D (A)]: sl st 1, k 1, repeat to end.
Round 7 (black): k 5, sl st 1, k 1, sl st 1, k 3, sl st 1, repeat to end.
Round 9 [yarn D (A)]: sl st 1, k 9, sl st 1, k 1, repeat to end.
Round 11 (black): k 5, sl st 1, k 1, sl st 1, k 4, repeat to end.
Round 13 [yarn D (A)]: sl st 1, k 1, sl st 1, k 9, repeat to end.
Round 15 (black): k 1, sl st 1, k 3, sl st 1, k 1 sl st 1, k 4, repeat to end.
Round 17 [yarn D (A)] repeat row 5.
Round 19 (black): k 1, sl st 1, k 3, sl st 1, k 5, sl st, repeat to end.
Round 21 [yarn D (A)]: k 4, sl st 1, k 1, sl st 1, k 5, repeat to end.
Round 23 (black): k 1, sl st 1, k 9, sl st, repeat to end.
Round 24 (black): repeat row 2. Cut colored yarn.
Slip first 8 sts into stitch holder for thumb. Cast on 8 sts at the beginning of the round. 36(48) sts
Size S/M: repeat the 24 rows of the Hashtag Pattern twice more.
Size M/L: repeat the 24 rows of the Hashtag Pattern using yarn B and C, alternately.

Decreasing rounds:
With black yarn, work as follows:
Round 1: k 2, k2tog, repeat to end. 24(36) sts
Round 2: p to end.
Round 3: k 1, k2tog, repeat to end. 18(24) sts
Round 4: p to end.
Round 5: k2tog to end. 9(12)
Cut a 10 cm / 4" long yarn, pull it through all sts and tighten tog. Weave in loose ends.

THUMB:
Slip the 8 sts of the thumb back on double pointed needles size 4 mm. pick up 8 sts in the edge behind the thumb, and insert sm into the beginning of round. 16(16) sts
knit 20(22) rounds, then Work as follows:
Round 1: k2tog, repeat to end. 8(8) sts
Round 2: p to end.
Round 3: k2tog, repeat to end. 4(4) sts
Cut a 10 cm / 4" long yarn, pull it through all sts and tighten tog. Weave in loose ends.

Lastly, feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions or find something confusing in the pattern.

Happy crocheting/knitting! follow me on Instagram @wiams_crafts and Twitter @wiamscrafts to see my upcoming projects.

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Christmas Lights Hat

As the holidays season is approaching quickly, I decided to start my Christmas projects early this year. This is my first Christmas project; a hat that is inspired by Christmas tree lights. I am so exited for this season and I hope I will come up with other projects in the remaining weeks, so stay tuned and see you in the next one.

Skill level: Intermediate

GET printable PDF for this pattern here.

Materials:

• Yarn: Any worsted, unbrushed or DK yarn, I used a 100% acrylic yarn. one skein of green, red and white. Suggested yarn: Alize Burcum Klasik: 100% acrylic, 3.5 oz (100 g), 230 yards (210 m). 
• Circular Knitting needles, 16" (40 cm) long, sizes US 6 (4 mm) and US 8 (5 mm).
• Tapestry needle.
• Ring stitch marker.

Size and measurements:

• Size S: head circumference   21 - 21.5" (53.5- 54.5 cm), height 6.5" (16.5 cm).
• Size M: head circumference  22 - 22.5" (56.5-57.5), height 7.5" (19 cm).
• Size L: head circumference   23 - 23.5" (59- 60 cm), height 8" (20.5 cm).

Gauge: 24 sts and 26 rounds = 4"x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in stockinette stitch and US 8 (5 mm) needles.

Yardage:

• Size S: 120- 125 yards(110 -115 meter).
• Size M: 130 - 135 yards (120 -125 meter). 
• Size L: 142 -147 yards (130 -135 meter). 

 

Knitting Terms:

• st = stitch.
• sts = stitches.
• k = knit.
• p = purl.
• ss = slip stitch.
• k2tog = k 2 stitches together.

Instructions:

With US 6 (4 mm) circular needles and green yarn, cast on 88 (96, 104) sts. Join in the round. Don't know how to join in the round? here is a short tutorial on how to do it (from 0:26 - 1:15 min): 

 

Put the ring stitch marker at the beginning of rounds.

First round: k 1, p 1, repeat to end.

Repeat the round 8 times.

Change to US 8 (5 mm) circular needles and knit four rounds. Bind on white yarn (don't cut green yarn) and work the following 2 rounds:

Rounds 1 and 2: k 3, ss, repeat to end.

With green yarn work the following 2 rounds:

Round 3: p 1, k 1, repeat to end.

Round 4: knit to end.

Bind on red yarn and work the following 2 rounds:

Rounds 5 and 6: k 1, *ss, k 3, repeat from * to last 3 sts, ss, k 2.

With green yarn work the following 2 rounds:

Round 7: repeat round 3.

Round 8: repeat round 4.

Repeat rows 1-8 four times, for size L repeat rows 1-4 once more. Cut red and white yarns.

Decreasing rounds: 

Round 1: k2tog, k 9 (10, 11), repeat to end. 80 (88, 96) sts

Rounds 2 and 3: knit to end.

Round 4: k2tog, k 8 (9, 10), repeat to end. 72 (80, 88) sts

Rounds 5 and 6: knit to end.

Round 7: k2tog, k 7 (8, 9), repeat to end. 64 (72, 80) sts

Round 8: knit to end.

Round 9: k2tog, k 6 (7, 8), repeat to end. 56 (64, 72) sts

Round 10: knit to end.

Round 11: k2tog, k 5 (6, 7), repeat to end. 48 (56, 64) sts

Round 12: k2tog, k 4 (5, 6), repeat to end. 40 (48, 56) sts

Round 13: k2tog, k 3 (4, 5), repeat to end. 32 (40, 48) sts

For size S, Cut a 15 cm / 6" long yarn, Pull it through all sts and tighten tog. Next round is for sizes M and L only:

Round 14: k2tog, k (3, 4), repeat to end. (32, 40) sts

For size M, Cut a 15 cm / 6" long yarn, Pull it through all sts and tighten tog. Next round is for size L only:

Round 15: k2tog, k (3) repeat to end. (32) sts

For size L, Cut a 15 cm / 6" long yarn, Pull it through all sts and tighten tog.

Weave in loose ends. Make a pompom using the three yarn colors and attach it on top of the hat.

Lastly, feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions or find something confusing in the pattern.

Happy crocheting/knitting! follow me on Instagram @wiams_crafts and Twitter @wiamscrafts to see my upcoming projects.

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Parachutes Cowl

A new post and a new Cowl design; the domain that I'm fond of and excel in (in my opinion). I love experimenting with new stitch patterns, and I have many boards in pinterest dedicated to collecting them. From time to time I try incorporating some of these ideas in my designs, for example my Lady Cool Shawl in knitting, and Little Lily Nap Blanket in crochet.

This Cowl is simple to make and warm to wear. It is made out of two skeins of worsted yarn. My only reason to rate it as "Intermediate" is the use of a stitch holder, which some of you may find a little hard to handle. Apart from that, it's easy, and can be finished in less than one day of work.

Skill level: Intermediate 


Materials:

• Nako vison yarn, 100% premium acrylic, 100 g. / 3.53 oz., 195m / 213 yards: (color A) gray 23403, 1 skein and (color B) Red 251, 1 skein.
• Circular needles, 7 mm, 60 cm/ 24” long.
• Stitch marker ring.
• Small stitch holder.
• Tapestry needle.

Dimensions: height = 10.5” (27 cm), circumference = 31” (79 cm), approx.

Yardage: 305- 315 yards (280- 290 m).


Gauge: 14 sts and 16 rounds = 4" x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in stockinette stitch


Knitting terms:

• st: stitch
• sts: stitches.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• sstbl: slip stitch through back loop.

Instructions:

Notes:

• Always insert a stitch marker ring at the end of each round and do not forget to slip it from left to right needle.
• Pay attention to the change in colors every two rounds.

With (A) yarn, cast on 104 sts using long tail method, join in round, make sure that all stitches are straight and not twisted.

Don't know how to join in the round? here is a short tutorial on how to do it (from 0:26 - 1:15 min): 

 

Use both yarn and what is left of the tail to work first four stitches, to get a better and neater look. Band round: k 2, p 2. Repeat this row 5 times, and then knit 2 rounds.

Parachutes stitch pattern:

Multiple of 8 sts. Join (B) yarn. Rounds 1 and 2 (B): k 3, *sstbl 2, k 6, repeat from * to last 5 sts, sstbl 2, k 3. Round 3 (A): k 1, *put next 2 sts in st holder in back of work, k 1 (the slipped stitch), put the 2 sts back and k them.

Put next ss in the st holder in front of work, k 2, put the ss back and knit it, k 2, repeat from * to last 7 sts.

Put next 2 sts in st holder in back of work, k 1 (the slipped stitch), put the 2 sts back and k them, put next ss in the st holder in front of work, k 2, put the ss back and knit it, k 1. Round 4 (A): k all sts. Round 5 and 6 (B): sstbl, *k 6, sstbl 2, repeat from * to last 7 sts, k 6, sstbl. Round 7 (A): *put ss in the st holder in front of work, k 2, put the ss back and knit it, k 2, put next 2 sts in st holder in back of work, k 1 (the slipped stitch), put the 2 sts back and k them, repeat from * to end. Round 8 (A): k all sts.

Repeat rounds 1- 8 five times, cut red yarn (B).

Work as follows:

Band Round: k 2, p 2 to end. Repeat five times. You can watch my tutorial video for the stretchy bind off method here: 

 

Bind off using stretchy method, Weave in loose ends.

Lastly, feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions or find something confusing in the pattern.

Happy crocheting/knitting! follow me on Instagram to see my upcoming projects @wiams_crafts.

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