Saturday Stitch: Acorn Lattice Stitch

Every Saturday I will share with you a new stitch.
Today's stitch is: Acorn Lattice Stitch.

It's great for  sweaters, jackets, blankets, throws, shawls etc. worked in multiples of 14 stitches plus 15.

Instructions :

Row: 1 (Right side) k7 * k5, sl 2 sts to dpn and hold in back, k3, 2 from dpn, k4 repeat from * ending k8
Row: 2 p3, k4 * k4, p5, k5 repeat from * ending k5, p3
Row: 3 k1, yo, k5 * sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k5, yo, k1, yo, k5 repeat from * ending sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k5, yo, k1
Row: 4 p4, k4 * k3, p7, k4 repeat from * ending k3, p4
Row: 5 k2, yo, k4 * sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k4, yo, k3, yo, k4 repeat from * ending sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k4, yo, k2
Row: 6 p5, k3 * k2, p9, k3 repeat from * ending k2, p5
Row: 7 k3, yo, k3 * sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k3, yo, k5, yo, k3 repeat from * ending sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k3, yo, k3
Row: 8 p6, k2 * k1, p11, k2 repeat from * ending p1, k6
Row: 9 k4, yo, k2 * sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k2, yo, k7, yo, k2 repeat from * ending sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k2, yo, k4
Row: 10 k5, p3 * p2, k9, p3 repeat from * ending p2, k5
Row: 11 k5, slip 2 to dpn * slip 3rd stitch to dpn and hold in front, k2, k3 from dpn, k9, slip 2 to dpn repeat from * ending slip 3rd stitch to dpn and hold in front, k2, k3 from dpn, k5
Row: 12 k5, p3 * p2, k9, p3 repeat from * ending p2, k5
Row: 13 k2-tog, k5, yo * k1, yo, k5, sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k5, yo repeat from * ending k1, yo, k5, ssk
Row: 14 k4, p4 * p3, k7, p4 repeat from * ending p3, k4
Row: 15 k2-tog, k4, yo, k1 * k2, yo, k4, sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k4, yo, k1 repeat from * ending k2, yo, k4, ssk
Row: 16 k3, p5 * p4, k5, p5 repeat from * ending p4, k3
Row: 17 k2-tog, k3, yo, k2 * k3, yo, k3, sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k3, yo, k2 repeat from * ending k3, yo, k3, ssk
Row: 18 k2, p6 * p5, k3, p6 repeat from * ending p5, k2
Row: 19 k2-tog, k2, yo, k3 * k4, yo, k2, sl-1-k2-tog-psso, k2, yo, k3 repeat from * ending k4, yo, k2, ssk
Row: 20 p3, k5 * k4, p5, k5 repeat from * ending k4, p3

Repeat rows 1 - 20

ssk = slip, slip, knit

Difficulty level: Intermediate

Saturday Stitch: Chandelier Lace Stitch

Every Saturday I will share with you a new stitch.
Today's stitch is: Chandelier Lace Stitch.

It's great for  sweaters, jackets, blankets, throws etc. worked in multiples of  8 stitches plus 1.

Instructions :

Row 1 (RS) K1, *k1, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, ssk, k2; rep from * to end. 
Row 2 and all WS rows Purl. 
Row 3 K1, *k2tog, yo, k3, yo, ssk, k1; rep from * to end. 
Row 5 [K2tog, yo] twice, *k1, yo, ssk, yo, S2KP, yo, k2tog, yo; rep from * to last 5 sts, end k1, [yo, ssk] twice. 
Row 7 K1, *k2tog, yo, k3, yo, ssk, k1; rep from * to end. 
Row 9 K2tog, yo, *k5, yo, S2KP, yo; rep from * to last 7 sts, end k5, yo, ssk. 
Rows 11–19 Rep rows 1–9. 
Rows 21, 23 and 25 K1, *yo, k1, ssk, k1, k2tog, k1, yo, k1; rep from * to end. 
Row 26 Purl. 
Rep rows 1–26.

s2kp = slip 2 tog, k1, pass 2 sl sts over sk2p=Slip 1, k2tog, pass sl st over ssk = slip, slip, knit

Difficulty level: Intermediate

Knit A Christmas Bookmark

Make a bookmark for yourself or someone special.

 Bookmarks are very fashionable these days and are a great gift for the readers in your life. With super fine yarn, and a little ingenuity, this simple bookmark can be made by anyone. There are no fancy stitches needed for this project, this lace pattern is very easy but effective so you don't have to be an expert to finish it. The finished project will resemble a miniature scarf.
I chose a gold colour with a shiny gold thread running through it, but knit in any color this is a great, useful and quick project.


You will need:

Size 3.25mm Needles
Cotton type yarn.
Gauge: 8 sts = 1inch St st on 3.25mm needles
although gauge is not essential for this project.


cast on 19 sts and work 8 rows knit.

Begin Pattern:
Row 1.  (RS) knit
Row 2. and all wrong side rows K3, P13, K3
Row 3.  Knit
Row 5. K7, K2tog, yo,K1, yo, ssk, K7
Row 7. K6,K2tog, yo, K3, yo, ssk, K6
Row 9. K5,( k2tog, yo,) twice, K1, (yo, ssk,) twice, K5
Row 11. K4, (K2tog, yo,) twice, K3, (yo, ssk,) twice K4
Row 13. K3, (K2tog, yo) three times, K1, (yo, ssk) three times, K3
Row 14. K3, P13, K3
These 14 rows form the pattern repeat 6 or 7 times to rquired length

Shape Top:
Row 1. Knit
Row 2. (K3, K2tog) 3 times, K4 (16sts)
Row 3-5 Knit
Row 6. K2tog twice, K8, K2tog twice (12sts)
Row 7-9 Knit
Row 10 K2tog twice, K4, K2tog twice (8sts)
Row 11. Knit
Cast off.

Finishing:
Fringe bottom edge as desired.
Press or block.

"ssk" means "slip, slip, knit"--that is, slip 2 sts one at a time as if to knit, put left needle through the front of these two sts, and knit them together through their back loops.

I hope you will enjoy knitting this little project as much as  I did.






                        Happy Knitting...Enjoy!

Saturday Stitch - Wheat Blowing In The Wind

Every Saturday I will share with you a new stitch.
Today's stitch is: Wheat Blowing in the Wind

 A beautiful knitting stitch with eyelet wheat ears blown to one side the wind. Suitable for knit  throws, pillow covers or for your scarves, sweaters etc.

Instructions

You need a stitch number multiple of 12 + 1 + 2 edge stitches. Repeat the pattern between the * as many times as you like.

Rows 1 & 3: edge st, * p1, k11; repeat from * to last 2 sts, p1, edge st
Row 2 & all other wrong side rows: edge st, purl across to last st, edge st
Row 5: edge st, * p1, k1, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, k1, sl1kw, k1, psso, k4; repeat from * to last 2 sts, p1, edge st
Row 7: edge st, * p1, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, k1, sl1kw, k1, psso, k3; repeat from * to last 2 sts, p1, edge st
Row 9: edge st, * p1, k3, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, k1, sl1kw, k1, psso, k2; repeat from * to last 2 sts, p1, edge st
Row 11: edge st, * p1, k4, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, k1, sl1kw, k1, psso, k1; repeat from * to last 2 sts, p1, edge st

Repeat rows 1 through 12.

sl1kw - slip 1 knitwise

Yo - yarn over

psso - pass slip stitch over

Difficulty level: Easy

You can find this stitch and more at craft cookie

Saturday Stitch- Lacy Hearts

Every Saturday I will share with you a new stitch.
This week's stitch is Lacy Hearts

These small lacy hearts form this elegant checkered pattern and is ideal for a sweater, scarf, cowl or blanket. It requires a bit of knitting experience but once you get going it's a dream.

Instructions

You need a stitch number multiple of 8 + 8 + 2 edge stitches. Repeat the pattern between the * as many times as you like.

Row 1: edge st, * yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, k6; repeat from * to last 9 sts, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, k6, edge st
Row 2 & all other wrong side rows: edge st, purl across to last st, edge st
Row 3: edge st, * k1, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, k3, k2tog, yo; repeat from * to last 9 sts, k1, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, k3, k2tog, yo, edge st
Row 5: edge st, * k2, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, k1, k2tog, yo, k1; repeat from * to last 9 sts, k2, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, k1, k2tog, yo, k1, edge st
Row 7: edge st, * yo, k3tog, yo, k3, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso; repeat from * to last 9 sts, yo, k3tog, yo, k3, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, edge st
Row 9: edge st, * k4, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, k2; repeat from * to last 9 sts, k4, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, k2, edge st
Row 11: edge st, * k2, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, k1; repeat from * to last 9 sts, k2, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, k1, edge st
Row 13: edge st, * k1, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso; repeat from * to last 9 sts, k1, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, edge st
Row 15: edge st, * k2, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, yo, k3tog, yo, k1; repeat from * to last 9 sts, k2, yo, sl1kw, k1, psso, yo, k3tog, yo, k1, edge st

Repeat rows 1 through 16.

Difficulty level: Medium

Lace Christmas Bookmark

 Make a bookmark for yourself or someone special.

 Bookmarks are so fashionable these days that they come in a variety of styles and mediums. From cloth to paper, bookmark creations are a great gift for the readers in your life. With super fine yarn, and a little ingenuity, this simple bookmark can be made by anyone. There are no fancy stitches needed for this project, this lace pattern is very easy but effective so you don't have to be an expert to finish it. The finished project will resemble a miniature scarf.
I chose a gold colour with a shiny gold thread running through it but knit in any color, this is a great and useful quick project.

Size 3.25mm Needles
Cotton type yarn.
Gauge: 8 sts = 1inch St st on 3.25mm needles
although gauge is not essential for this project.


cast on 19 sts and work 8 rows knit.

Begin Pattern:
Row 1.  (RS) knit
Row 2. and all wrong side rows K3, P13, K3
Row 3.  Knit
Row 5. K7, K2tog, yo,K1, yo, ssk, K7
Row 7. K6,K2tog, yo, K3, yo, ssk, K6
Row 9. K5,( k2tog, yo,) twice, K1, (yo, ssk,) twice, K5
Row 11. K4, (K2tog, yo,) twice, K3, (yo, ssk,) twice K4
Row 13. K3, (K2tog, yo) three times, K1, (yo, ssk) three times, K3
Row 14. K3, P13, K3
These 14 rows form the pattern repeat 6 or 7 times to rquired length

Shape Top:
Row 1. Knit
Row 2. (K3, K2tog) 3 times, K4 (16sts)
Row 3-5 Knit
Row 6. K2tog twice, K8, K2tog twice (12sts)
Row 7-9 Knit
Row 10 K2tog twice, K4, K2tog twice (8sts)
Row 11. Knit
Cast off.

Finishing:
Fringe bottom edge as desired.
Press or block.

"ssk" means "slip, slip, knit"--that is, slip 2 sts one at a time as if to knit, put left needle through the front of these two sts, and knit them together through their back loops.

I hope you will enjoy knitting this little project as much as  I did.

Happy Knitting...Enjoy!

Sweet Lace Baby Dress

This is the sweetest little dress, with a lacy skirt. Its simple and delicate shape will look gorgeous on your favorite little princess it will keep her both warm and fashionable.This adorable baby dress is perfect for parties, holidays, and other special occasions as well casual everyday .

You will Need:
Cotton 4PLY 100g 2 balls
1 pair each 3.25mm (UK 10) (US 3) and 2.75mm (UK 12) (US 2)
Knitting Needles
Size: (shown)
Newborn  - actual size at underarm = 38cm (15ins), Length approx 30cm  (12ins)


NEW SIZES ADDED ( 3mnths, 6mnths, 9mnths, 12mnths, 18mnths.)
actual sizes at underarm :
3 months = 43cm (17ins), length 34cm (13.5ins)
6 months = 49cm (19.5ins), length  38cm (15ins)
9 months = 51cm ( 20 ins), length 43cm ( 17ins)
12 months = 55cm (21.5ins), length 48cm (19ins)
18 months = 58cm (23ins), length  50cm (19.5)

Tension
28 sts and 36 rows to 10 cm over stocking st, using 3.25mm needles.
Please check your tension carefully. If less sts use smaller needles,
if more sts use bigger needles.

DRESS
BACK
Using 2.75mm Needles  cast on 71 sts.(81,91,91,101,111)
1st row (right side) - K1, * P1, K1, rep from * to end.
Rep 1st row for moss st 7 times ... 8 rows moss st in all.
Change to 3.25mm Needles and beg lace patt.
1st row (right side) - Knit.
2nd row - Purl.
3rd row - K3, * K2tog, yfwd, K1, yfwd, sl 1 knitways, K1, psso, K5,
rep from * to last 8 sts, K2tog, yfwd, K1, yfwd, sl 1 knitways, K1,
psso, K3.
4th row - Purl.
5th row - Knit.
6th row - Purl.
7th row - K1, * yfwd, sl 1 knitways, K1, psso, K5, K2tog, yfwd, K1,
rep from * to end.
8th row - Purl.
Rows 1 to 8 incl form lace patt.
Cont in lace patt until work measures approx 17 cm (20,23,27,32,33)
from beg, ending with a 4th or 8th patt row.
Next row - K4,(5,6,7,7,1) K2tog, * K2,(2,2,3,2,2,) K2tog, rep from * to last 5 sts,(6,7,7,8,0) K5 (6,7,7,8,0)  ... 55 sts.(63,71,75,79,83)
Next row - Purl.
Change to 2.75mm Needles.
knit 3 rows garter st.
Ribbonhole row (wrong side) - * P2tog, yrn, rep from * to last st, P1.
Knit 2 rows garter st.
Change to 3.25mm Needles. 
work 2 rows stocking st.
Beg yoke patt - 1st row (right side) - K1, * P1, K3, rep from * to last 2 sts, P1, K1.
2nd row - Purl.
3rd row - * K3, P1, rep from * to last 3 sts, K3.
4th row - Purl.
Rows 1 to 4 incl form yoke patt for remainder.
Keeping patt correct
SHAPE ARMHOLES
 cast off 2 sts (2,3,3,3,4) at beg of next 2 rows ... 51 sts.(59,65,69,73,75)
Dec one st at each end of next row, then in every foll alt row until 47sts rem. (55,61,63,67,69)
Cont without shaping until armhole measures 5 cm, (6,6,7,7,8cm)
working last row on wrong side. **

DIVIDE FOR BACK OPENING
Next row - Patt 23, (27,30,31,33,34), turn.
Cont in patt on these 23 sts (27,30,31,33,34) until armhole measures 10 cm, (11,12,13,13,14) working last row on wrong side.

SHAPE SHOULDER
Cast off 4 sts (5,5,6,6,6,) at beg of next row and foll alt row.
Work 1 row.
Cast off 3 sts (4,6,5,7,7,) at beg of next row.
Work 1 row.
Leave rem 12sts (13,14,14,14,15) on a stitch holder. 

With right side facing, join yarn to rem sts, K2tog, patt to end.
Cont in patt on these 23 sts (27,30,31,33,34) until armhole measures 10 cm,(11,12,13,13,14) working last row on wrong side.
Work 1 row.

SHAPE SHOULDER
Cast off 4sts (5,5,6,6,6) at beg of next row and foll alt row.
Work 1 row.
Cast off 3 sts (4,6,5,7,7) at beg of next row.
Leave rem 12 sts (13,14,14,14,15) on a stitch holder.



FRONT

Work as for Back to **.

SHAPE NECK
Next row - Patt 16, (20,23,24,26,27) turn.
*** Cont on these 16 (20,23,24,26,27) sts.
Dec one st at neck edge in every row until 14 (16,21,22,24,23) sts rem, then in every foll alt row until 11 sts (14,16,17,19,19) rem.
Cont in patt without shaping until armhole measures same as Back to beg of shoulder shaping, ending with same patt row.

SHAPE SHOULDER
Cast off 4 sts (5,5,6,6,6) at beg of next row and foll alt row.
Work 1 row.
Cast off rem 3 sts.(4,6,5,7,7) ***
Slip next 15 sts ( onto a stitch holder and leave.
With right side facing, join yarn to rem sts and patt to end.
Rep from *** to ***, working 1 row more before shoulder
shaping.


SLEEVES
Using 2.75mm Needles  cast on 47 sts (51,55,59,59,63).
Work 8 rows moss st as for lower band of Back.
Change to 3.25mm Needles and beg patt.
work 2 rows stocking st.
Work 2 rows yoke patt as for Back.
SHAPE TOP
Keeping patt correct, cast off 2 sts at beg of next 2 rows  43 sts (47,51,55,55,59).
Dec one st at each end of next row, then in every foll alt row until 21 sts (25,25,33,33,33) rem,
then in every row until 11 sts ( rem.
Cast off.


Neckband
Join shoulder seams. With right side facing, using 2.75mm
Needles knit across sts from left back stitch holder, knit up 14 sts (14,16,16,16,16) evenly along left side of neck, knit across sts from front stitch holder,
knit up 14 sts (14,16,16,16,16) evenly along right side of neck, then knit across sts from right back stitch holder  67sts (69,75,75,75,77).
Work 7 rows moss st as for lower band of Back.
Cast off in moss st.

BACK OPENING EDGING
With right side facing, using 2.75mm Needles knit up 37 sts (37,43,43,43,43) evenly along back opening and side edges of neckband.
Next row - Knit. Cast off knitways.
MAKE UP
Join side and sleeve seams. Sew in sleeves. make 1
buttonloop and attach  to top right side edge of neckband at
back neck opening. Sew on button to correspond with buttonloop. Sew in all ends. Thread
ribbon or cord through ribbonhole at waist, beg and ending at centre front. Draw up and tie in a bow.
Personalise this dress by using the colour of your choice and a special ribbon.