I Heart You Hat

A free Knitting Pattern

Somehow it is already February, and Valentine's Day is right around the corner. I have a cute little hat to share with you today. It works the left and right twists to form layered hearts. I love the texture of this hat. The ribbing really adds some stretch and dimension to the design. It has been a while since I have shared a twisted stitch pattern. I'm so glad to have another one to share.

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Pattern Information
Designer: Julia Schwartz
Yarn: Any aran weight yarn. Model used Red Heart Chic Sheep Yarn, 100% merino wool,
Needles: 7/ 4.5mm
Notions: yarn needle for sewing up the hat
Gauge: 18 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches
Size: 19 inch circumference (stretches to fit adult head)
Stitches used: SM (slip marker), k , p, RT, LT, wrap and Twist,  kbl (knit through the back loop, k2tog (knit 2 stitches together), k2tbl (knit 2 stitches together through the back loop)
Special Stitches:

• Right Twist (RT): Knit 2 together keeping both stitches on the left needle, knit into the first stitch, then pull both stitches onto the right needle, stitch complete.
• Left Twist (LT): Knit through the back loop of the 2nd st, keep the stitch on the left needle, knit in the first stitch, then pull both stitches onto the right needle, stitch complete.

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Instructions

Cast on Cast on 96 stitches to a circular needle using a long tail cast on. Place a stitch marker. Without twisting the cast on, complete the circle by putting your first stitch into the first cast on stitch (which will be a purl stitch). 

Round 1-10: (P, k) repeat around to marker. (96 sts here through round 46) Row 11: SM, (p, k, p, k, RT, k, LT, k, p, k ) repeat (to) 7 times Row 12: SM, (p, k, p, RT, k3, LT, p, k) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 13: SM, (p, k, RT, k5, LT, k) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 14: SM, (p, RT, k7, LT) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 15-17: SM, (p, KBL, k9, KBL) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 18: SM, (p, LT, k, RT, p, LT, k, RT) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 19: SM, (p, k, p, RT, k, p, k, LT, p, k) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 20: SM, (p, k, RT, p, k, p, k, p, LT, k) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 21-22: SM, (p, k), repeat (to) 7 times
Row 23: SM, (k, LT, k, p, k, p, k, p, k, RT) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 24: SM, (k2, LT, p, k, p, k, p, RT, k) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 25: SM, (k3, LT, k, p, k, RT, k2) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 26: SM, (k4, LT, p, RT, k3) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 27-29: SM, (k5, KBL, p, KBL, k4) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 30: SM, (p, LT, k, RT, p, LT, k, RT) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 31: SM, (p, k, LT, p, k, p, k, p, RT, k) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 32: SM, (p, k, p, LT, k, p, k, RT, p, k) repeat (to) 7 times
Row 33-34: SM, (p, k), repeat (to) 7 times
Row 35- 46: Repeat rounds 11-22

Hat should measure 7 1/2 inches at this point if you need more length
repeat round 34 until you reach your desired length.

Decreasing crown (Switch to double point needles).
Row 47: SM, (p, k, p, k, k2tbl, p, k2tog, k, p, k) repeat (to) 7 times (80 loops) Row 48: SM, (p, k) repeat (to) marker (80 loops)
Row 49: SM, (p, k, p, k2tbl, p, k2tog, p, k) repeat (to) 7 times (64 loops)
Row 50: SM, (p, k) repeat (to) marker (64 loops)
Row 51: SM, (p, k, k2tbl, p, k2tog, k) repeat (to) 7 times (48 loops)
Row 52: SM, (p, k2), repeat (to) marker (48 loops)
Row 53: SM, (p, k2tbl), repeat (to) marker (32 loops)
Row 54: SM, (p, k), repeat (to) marker (32 loops)
Row 55-56: SM, (k2tog) repeat (to) marker (16, then 8 loops)
Row 57: K last 8 sts, cut a long tail and weave it through the last 8 stitches and pull tight.
Secure in a knot and weave in your ends.

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Giles Table Runner

A Free Knitting Pattern

I love refreshing patterns, making them into something new with a fresh purpose. Some of you might recognize parts of this pattern from my Wellsley Cowl. I changed a few stitches, added a lace border and used cotton yarn. In the end I have a really great table runner. Some times we don't need a new thing, we just need a new perspective. I love how this pattern turned out. It also helps that I love the color yellow. I think this would also look really great in a neutral color or going bold with red.

If you are looking for a crochet table runner this one here has a very similar look to this one.

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Designer: Julia Schwartz
Yarn: Any worsted weight cotton yarn. Model used Peaches and Cream yarn 100% cooton 142 g/ 230m 4 medium
Needles: 9/ 5.5mm
Notions: yarn needle for sewing up the seams
Gauge: 14 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches
Size: 11 x 32 inches
Stitches used: k, p, RT, LT, k2tog, k2togb ( knit 2 together though the back loop), PM (place marker)
Special Stitches:

• Right Twist (RT): Knit 2 together keeping both stitches on the left needle, knit into the first stitch, then pull both stitches onto the right needle, stitch complete. 

• Left Twist (LT): Knit through the back loop of the 2nd st, keep the stitch on the left needle, knit in the first stitch, then pull both stitches onto the right needle, stitch complete.

Copyright
Julia Schwartz. Do not reproduce, copy, distribute, or sell this pattern without permission of the designer. This pattern must not be translated, reproduced, or circulated in another language without prior consent. If you have questions about this pattern please contact Julia.diligence@gmail.com.

Pattern Instructions

Cast on 43 stitches

Row 1: K, k2tog, {yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso)}, Repeat {to} 8xs,  yo, k, yo, k2tog, k

Row 2 and every even number: Purl

Row 3: K2, yo, {(s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo} repeat {to} 8 xs, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 5- 12: Repeat rows 1-4

Row 13: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, (LT) x 2, k18, (RT) x 2, k2tog, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k (note that the stitch count changes to 42 sts)

Row 15: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k4, (LT) x 2, k6, RT, LT, k6, (RT) x 2, k2, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 17: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k3, (LT) x 2, k4, RT, k2, LT, k4, (RT) x 2, k3, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Row 19: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k6, (LT) x 2, k2, (RT) x 2, (LT) x 2, k2, (RT) x 2, k4, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 21: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k5, (LT) x 2, (RT) x 2, k2, (LT) x 2, (RT) x 2, k5, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Row 23: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k8, LT, (RT) x 2, k4, (LT) x 2, RT, k6, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 25: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k7, (RT) x 2, k6, (LT) x 2, k7, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Row 27: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k8, (RT) x 2, LT, k4, RT, (LT) x 2, k6, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 29: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k5, (RT) x 2, (LT) x 2, k2, (RT) x 2, (LT) x 2, k5, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Row 31: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k6, (RT) x 2, k2, (LT) x 2, (RT) x 2, k2, (LT) x 2, k4, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 33: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k3, (RT) x 2, k4, LT, k2, RT, k4, (LT) x 2, k3, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Row 35: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k4, (RT) x 2, k6, LT, RT, k6, (LT) x 2, k2, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 37: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, (RT) x 2, k18, (LT) x 2, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Row 39: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k3, (LT) x 2, k18, (RT) x 2, k, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 41: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2, (LT) x 2, k6, RT, LT, k6, (RT) x 2, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Row 43: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k5, (LT) x 2, k4, RT, k2, LT, k4, (RT) x 2, k3, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 45: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k4, (LT) x 2, k2, (RT) x 2, (LT) x 2, k2, (RT) x 2, k4, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Row 47: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k7, (LT) x 2, (RT) x 2, k2, (LT) x 2, (RT) x 2, k5, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 49: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k6, LT, (RT) x 2, k4, (LT) x 2, RT, k6, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Row 51: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k9, (RT) x 2, k6, (LT) x 2, k7, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 53: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k6, (RT) x 2, LT, k4, RT, (LT) x 2, k6, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Row 55: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k7, (RT) x 2, (LT) x 2, k2, (RT) x 2, (LT) x 2, k5, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 57: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k4, (RT) x 2, k2, (LT) x 2, (RT) x 2, k2, (LT) x 2, k4, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Row 59: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k5, (RT) x 2, k4, LT, k2, RT, k4, (LT) x 2, k3, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 61: K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2, (RT) x 2, k6, LT, RT, k6, (LT) x 2, k2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Repeat rows 13 (see note below) -61:

Row 13 will change to as follows here and throughout:  

K, k2tog, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, (LT) x 2, k18, (RT) x 2, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo, k2tog, k 

Repeat rows 13- 35

Continue with lace edging as follows:

Row 1: K2, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k3, (RT) x 2, k18, (LT) x 2, k, kfb, yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso), 

yo, k2 (note that the stitch count changes to 43) 

Row 2: K, k2tog, {yo, k, yo, (s1, k2tog, psso)}, Repeat {to} 8xs,  yo, k, yo, k2tog, k

Row 3 and every odd number: Purl

Row 4: K2, yo, {(s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k, yo} repeat {to} 8 xs, (s1, k2tog, psso), yo, k2 

Row 6- 12: Repeat rows 2-5

Cast off. 

Finish off.

Block and weave in your ends. 


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Black and Bright Blanket

A Free Knitting Pattern

I've been done with this blanket for about a month and it has already become a favorite for living room snuggling. It is just the right size to throw over your legs and stay warm.

I started planning this blanket when I saw a picture of a rug in the grocery store. It turns out that the finished blanket looks nothing like the rug, but I love that I was able to gain inspiration from it and break it into easy steps that a beginner could follow.

The only stitch you need to know for this blanket is the knit stitch (and k2tog). There are some other technical stuff about where those knit stitches go but I have all the confidence in the world that you will see how it goes and accomplish it.

The i-cord edging is maybe a little beyond beginner and it is totally optional, but I think it is worth learning and it really makes the blanket have a professional finish. I have some tutorials that can help you learn how. You can see those tutorials Here!!!

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Pattern 

Designer: Julia Schwartz

Yarn: 

• Loops and Threads Charisma Net WT 3.5 oz. 100g. 100% acrylic (8 balls) colors: Off White (2), Fuchsia (2), Yellow (2), Bright Pop (2), 

• Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn Net wt 3.5 0z. 100g. 100% acrylic (5 balls)

Needles: size 11/8.00mm circular 24 inch cable (straight needles can be used, but you will need double points for the i-cord edging.

Notions: Yarn Needle

Size: Blanket is 30 by 44 inches

Gauge: 24 stitches and 48 rows of stockinette stitch is 9 inches 

Notes: This pattern is worked in squares that are seamed together when finished. 

Copyright: Julia Schwartz. Do not reproduce, copy, distribute, or sell this pattern without permission of the designer. This pattern must not be translated, reproduced, or circulated in another language without prior consent. If you have questions about this pattern please contact me through e-mail.

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Pattern Instructions

Squares: (make 12) 

Cast on 24 stitches with the black yarn using your favorite cast on keeping it loose.

Rows 1- 48: k in each stitch, turn.

Row 49: switch to a bright color k in each stitch, turn.

Rows 50- 57: k in each st, turn.

Cast off keeping it loose

Turn your work 90 degrees working down the side of your rows, pull up 24 stitches with a bright color in the valleys of  the stockinette rows. (make sure the top of your work is facing up)

Rows 1-8: k in each st, turn

Cast off keeping it loose

Now we are going to close up the square notch.

Row 1: With your work facing up and using the white yarn, pull up 4 loops down the rows of the first bright section completed, pull up a stitch in the first stitch of the second bright section completed, turn (5 loops on the needle)

Row 2: K2tog, k 3, turn

Row 3: k 4, pull up a loop from the next row of the second bright section, turn.

Row 4- 7: repeat rows 2 and 3

Row 8: repeat row 2

Cast off keeping it loose. I found it helpful to sl st into the next stitch of the bright section to better secure it. Finish off.

Sewing the Squares Together 

Place the squares how you would like them making sure they are all facing the same direction. Mattress stitch all the squares together. 

Weave in all your ends. (I watched a lot of T.V. during this stage. Tip leave the outside ends for when you make the edging. You can just tuck those into the i-cord)

Edging

Row 1: Starting at the bottom corner of the blanket where the black of the the squares are on that edge, cast on 4 stitches on to your needle, pick up one more loop from the row 1, turn

Row 2: K2tog, k 3 stitches, turn

Row 3: K 4, pick up 1 new loop, turn

Keep repeating row 2 and 3 until you reach the last row. Finish on a row 2, cast off.

Turn your work 90 Degrees.

With the white color yarn repeat rows 1 then continue repeating rows 2-3 for 10 rows

On row 11, switch to a bright color.  Continue repeating row 2 and 3 Until the last row

Cast off.

I-cord Edging:

Cast on 3 st with the wrong side facing up. Insert the needle in one of the corners and {pick up a new st. You should now have 4 st on the needle, push the needle down so you are now working from the other end, k 2, k2tog through the back loops}


Repeat {to} till you come to the next corner. At the corners pick up a stitch in the same space 3 times.


Go all the way around the blanket. Bind off. Weave in your ends. 

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Winter Thaw Hat

 A Free Knitting Pattern

I think you saw the hints that there would be a hat to match the Winter Thaw Shawl. It is finally here. Earlier this month I had some health concerns and it slowed me down a little, but it's time to get back on a schedule.

Just like the shawl the hat is made with two sock yarns held together. It gives the hat great definition and texture. It also makes it pretty comfortable. Its one of those hats that I could put on and forget I had it on. The pattern repeats are pretty easy especially if you have already made the dishcloth and shawl That pattern is slightly different since it is worked in the round, but the only difference is that instead of working a purl row you are working a knit round.

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Designer: Julia Schwartz
Yarn: Patons Kroy Sock yarn 2 strands held together. 75% washable wool 25% nylon, 50g/ 152 m. 2 skeins color blue/brown 170-200 grams needed.
Needles: 6 mm needles
Notions: tapestry needle
Size: 21 inch circumference fits most adults
Gauge: 16 sts x 24 rows = 4 inches k st as the gauge
Stitches Used:

• K: knit
• P:purl
• Yo: yarn over
• Spike stitch: insert your right needle into the stitch 3 rows below the row you are working, yo, and pull the needle back through the stitch (this counts as a knit stitch)
• K2tog: knit 2 stitches together
• Sskp: Slip 2 stitches to the right needle one at a time, k the next st, slip the slipped stitches over the knit stitch just made. 

Copyright:

Julia Schwartz. Do not reproduce, copy, distribute, or sell this pattern without permission of the designer. This pattern must not be translated, reproduced, or circulated in another language without prior consent. If you have questions about this pattern please contact Julia.diligence@gmail.com.

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Pattern Instructions

Cast on 84 sts onto circular needles using the long tail cast on. Complete the circle by putting your first st into the first cast on st.

Optional: Place a stitch marker on first st to keep track and move it with each new round.

Round 1-4: k2, p2,
Round 5-8: k3, p1,
Round 9-12: k
Round 13: (k2, spike st, k2tog) repeat around
Round 14: k
Round 15: (yo, k, yo, sskp) repeat around
Round 16: k
Round 17: (k1, spike st, k2tog, k1) repeat around
Round 18: k
Round 19: (sskp, yo, k, yo)

Repeat rows 12-19 until you reach a length of 7 ½ inches

Crown Decrease

Round 1: k
Round 2: (k5, sskp, k4) repeat around
Round 3: k
Round 4: (k1, sskp, k6) repeat around
Round 5: k
Round 6: (k3, sskp, k2) repeat around
Round 7: k
Round 8: (k, sskp, k2) repeat around
Round 9: k
Round 10: (k, sskp) repeat around
Round 11: k
Round 12: (k2tog) repeat around

Finish off with pulling the long tail through the remaining stitches on the needle. Pull tight and knot. Weave in your ends.

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Winter Thaw Shawl

A Free Knitting Pattern

I had so much fun making this shawl. Like I said in the tutorial post I started this pattern to celebrate the messiness of the season. That season right before it starts to get warm and we are all anxiously waiting for the snow to thaw. Even in the messiness there can be beauty. And without the waiting we wouldn't enjoy the coming quite as much.

I put two strands of sock yarn together for this project. I love how it turned out. The colors blend and come together so perfectly. It is also just the right amount of squishiness (spell check says this isn't a word) and warmth to put around your neck. I have been wearing this shawl a lot, even before I got the good pictures because I couldn't wait.

I also loved it so much that I made a hat to match it, and they have become inseparable. So be on the look out for the hat pattern coming soon!

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Designer: Julia Schwartz
Yarn: Patons Kroy Sock yarn 2 strands held together. 75% washable wool 25% nylon, 50g/ 152 m.  4 skeins color blue/brown 170-200 grams needed.
Needles: 6 mm needles
Notions: tapestry needle
Size: 42 inch wingspan
Gauge: 16 sts x 24 rows = 4 inches k st as the gauge
Stitches Usesd:

• K: knit
• P:purl 
• Yo: yarn over
• Spike stitch: insert your right needle into the stitch 3 rows below the row you are working, yo, and pull the needle back through the stitch (this counts as a knit stitch)
• K2tog: knit 2 stitches together
• Sskp: Slip 2 stitches to the right needle one at a time, k the next st, slip the slipped stitches over the knit stitch just made.

Copyright:

Julia Schwartz. Do not reproduce, copy, distribute, or sell this pattern without permission of the designer. This pattern must not be translated, reproduced, or circulated in another language without prior consent. If you have questions about this pattern please contact Julia.diligence@gmail.com.

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Garter tab start 

Cast on 6 st 

Row 1: K6, Repeat row 1 for a total of 6 rows, turn your work 90 degrees and pick up 3 st,
turn 90 degrees again and pick up 6 more sts (15 stitches on the needle)
Row 5: (ws) k (15 sts) 

Start of Shawl

Row 1: (rs) K6, pm, yo, k, yo, pm, k, pm, yo, k, yo, pm, k6 (increase of 4 sts) 

Row 2: (ws) K6, sm,p to the last marker, slipping the other markers as you pass, sm, k6 (19 sts) (row 2 is repeated every even number now and throughout)
Rows 3: K6, (sm, yo, k to next marker, yo, sm), k, Repeat (to), k 6

Rows 4- 24: Repeat rows 2 and 3, ending on a row 2

Row 25: K6, {sm, yo, (k2, spike stitch, k2tog) repeat 5x, k, yo, sm}, k, Repeat {to} 1x, k6
Row 26: repeat row 2

Row 27: K6, {sm, yo, k2, (yo, sskp, yo, k), repeat 5x, k, yo, sm}, k, Repeat {to} 1x, k6

Row 28: Repeat row 2

Rows 29-39: Repeat rows 25 and 27 for odd rows and row 2 for even rows

Rows 40- 64: Repeat rows 2 and 3.

Rows 65- 81: Repeat rows 25 and 27 for odd rows and row 2 for even rows

Rows 82- 94: repeat rows 2 and 3.

Rows 95: K6, sm, k to next marker, yo, sm, k, sm, k, sm, k6

Row 96: K6, sm, k to the next marker, sm, p, sm, k  to the last marker, sm, k6

Rows 97-105: Repeat rows 95 and 96.

Cast off.

Weave in your ends. 

Block.

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Winter Thaw Dishcloth

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In February I always get those antsy feelings of wanting winter to be over and for spring to get here. It doesn't help that there is always that one day that comes along in February that gets up into the 60's and melts all the snow, leaving this golden muddy hue in its wake. This time we have seen a whole lot of ice after that thaw. The kids are missing school and going crazy, us along with them. I started this pattern to celebrate the messiness of the season. Even in the messiness there can be beauty.

Just like with all of my tutorials here on the blog, when you are done you will have a dishcloth to use or give away. It's always nice to have something functional to use after we have worked hard to learn something.  The main things you will be learning with this dishcloth is how to do a spike stitch and how to make a decrease using 2 slipped stitches. I'm excited for you to learn these so you can join me in making the triangle scarf with this stitch pattern. (you can find that Pattern Here) There is a sneak peek below.

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Designer: Julia Schwartz
Yarn: Bernant Handicrafter, 100% cotton 1 skein
Needles: 6mm needles 
Notions: tapestry needle
Size: 6 x6 inches
Gauge: 15 sts 13 rows equals 4 inches

Stitches Usesd:
K: knit
P:purl
yo: yarn over
Spike stitch: insert your right needle into the stitch 3 rows below the row you are working, yo, and pull the needle back through the stitch (this counts as a knit stitch)
K2tog: knit 2 stitches together
sskp: Slip 2 stitches to the right needle one at a time, k the next st, slip the slipped stitches over the knit stitch just made.

Copyright:

Julia Schwartz. Do not reproduce, copy, distribute, or sell this pattern without permission of the designer. This pattern must not be translated, reproduced, or circulated in another language without prior consent. If you have questions about this pattern please contact Julia.diligence@gmail.com.

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Instructions

Cast on 23 stitches using your favorite cast on.

R0w 1-5: k

Row 6: k3, p 17, k3

Row 7: k3, (k2, spike st, k2tog), Repeat 3x, k1, k 3

Row 8: k3, p17, k3

Row 9: k3, k1, (yo, sskp , yo, k), Repeat 3x, k3

Row 10: k3, p17, k3

Row 11: k3, k4, (spike st, k2tog, k2), Repeat 2x, spike st, k2tog, k3, k3

Row 12: k3, p17, k3

Row 13: k3, k3, (yo, sskp , yo, k), Repeat 1x, yo, sskp , yo, k3, k3

Row 14: k3, p17, k3

Rows 15- 22: repeat rows 7- 14

Row 23: k

Row 24: k3, p17, k3

Rows 25- 30: k

Cast off and weave in your ends.

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A Free Knitting Pattern

My Last Pattern of 2018. What a great year it's been. I plan on getting an end of the year post together that will highlight all the patterns added this year to the blog. There will also be a giveaway attached to that post through my Facebook page so keep an eye out for it!

I have been working on this pattern; The Slalom Hat for awhile; August to be exact. This is the project that I would take with me to the school pick-up line and work on while I waited. I think I also remade it a few times. First I used a bulkier yarn, and with circular needles, then I tried it again with this yarn and circular needles and I still was not happy. I finally decided to go with working it flat and then seaming it. The numbers just wouldn't any other way.

There is always a big debate on using circular needles or straight or double points. I personally love using the circular needles, but I know there are others out there that are just as passionate about their straight needles. If that is you, then this pattern is for you.

I love the classic lines created in this hat, I even had first named this hat the Classy Hat, but when I was all done, I couldn't help by be reminded of little skiers running a slalom course down my hat.

Also this yarn, Baby Alpaca by Lion brand is so wonderfully soft and comfortable. It comes in at a great price of $5.00. That's a pretty great deal. A whole hat for $5.00, that is made out of 100% wool.  I will warn you, you will feel like you are playing yarn chicken with the skein, but I made it twice and had enough to finish the hat.

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Designer: Julia Schwartz

Yarn: Lion Brand LB Collection Baby Alpaca 3 light, 100% baby alpaca, 50g/ 1.75oz, 146 yrds/ 133m,  color tan, 1 skein

Needles: 6/ 4.25mm

Notions: yarn needle for weaving in your ends

Gauge: 24 sts x 30 rows = 4 inches Size: 19 inch circumference (stretches to fit an adult head. My head is 23 and it is perfect)

Stitches used: k (Knit), p (purl), RT (Right Twist), LT (Left Twist), k2tog (knit 2 together), k2togb (knit 2 together though the back loop), PM (place marker)
Special Stitches:

• Right Twist (RT): Knit 2 together keeping both stitches on the left needle, knit into the first stitch, then pull both stitches onto the right needle, stitch complete. 
• Left Twist (LT): Knit through the back loop of the 2nd st, keep the stitch on the left needle, knit in the first stitch, then pull both stitches onto the right needle, stitch complete. 

Notes: This pattern is worked flat and then seamed together at the end, so you can use straight needles for the whole pattern.

Copyright Julia Schwartz. Do not reproduce, copy, distribute, or sell this pattern without permission of the designer. This pattern must not be translated, reproduced, or circulated in another language without prior consent. If you have questions about this pattern please contact Julia.diligence@gmail.com.

Cast on 110 sts with straight needles leaving an extra long tail.

Row 1: (K2, P3) repeat for all 110 sts, turn
Row 2: (K3, P2) repeat for all 110 sts, turn
Rows 3-10: repeat rows 1 and 2
Row 11 and all odd numbers until stated: p all 110 sts, turn
Row 12: K5, RT, (k 9, RT) Repeat (to) 8 x, k 4 (110 sts), turn
Row 14: K4, RT, (k9, RT) repeat (to) 8x, k5, (110 sts), turn
Row 16: K3, RT, LT, (K7, RT, LT) repeat (to) 8x, k6 (110 sts), turn
Row 18: K3, LT, RT, (K7, LT, RT) repeat (to) 8x, k6 (110 sts), turn
Row 20: K4, LT, (k9, LT) Repeat (to) 8x, k5, (110), turn
Row 22: K5, LT, (k9, LT) Repeat (to) 8x, k 4 (110), turn
Row 24: (K9, LT) Repeat (to) 8x, k11 (110), turn
Row 26: K10, LT, (K9, LT), Repeat (to) 7x, k10 (110), turn
Row 28: K9, RT, LT, (K7, RT, LT) repeat (to) 7x, k9 (110 sts), turn
Row 30: K9, LT, RT, (K7, LT, RT) repeat (to) 7x, k9 (110 sts), turn
Row 32: K10, RT, (K9, RT), Repeat (to) 7x, k10 (110), turn
Row 34: (K9, RT) Repeat (to) 8x, k11 (110), turn

Rows 35- 58 repeat rows 11- 34

Crown Decrease

Row 1 and all odd number rows: p all sts, turn
Row 2: K4, k2tog, (k 9, k2tog) repeat (to) 8 x, k4 (110sts), turn
Row 4: K4, k2tog, (k 8, k2tog) repeat (to) 8 x, k4, (100 sts), turn
Row 6: K3, k2tog, (k7, k2tog) repeat (to) 8 x, k4, (90 sts), turn
Row 8: K3, k2tog tbl, (k6, k2tog tbl) repeat (to) 8 x, k3, (80 sts), turn
Row 10: K3, k2tog tbl, (k5, k2tog tbl) repeat (to) 8x, k2, (70 sts), turn
Row 12: K3, k2tog tbl, (K4, k2tog tbl) repeat (to) 8 x, k1 (60 sts), turn
Row 14: K3, K2tog tbl, (k3, k2tog tbl) repeat (to) 8 x, (50sts), turn
Row 16: (K2tog) Repeat 20 x, (20 sts), turn
Row 18: (k2tog) repeat 10 times, turn
Row 19: p10

Cast off by clipping a long tail and sewing it through the stitches left on the needles with a yarn needle. Pull all the stitches tight and secure your end.

Seam the hat up with the long tail from your cast on using the mattress stitch.

Weave in your ends.

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