vol. 6 winter 2014/2015

skacel
vol. 6 winter 2014/2015
Greetings Fiber Enthusiasts!
Welcome to volume 6 of our half magazine, half catalog - the Skacel Magalog! In every issue our goal is to
inspire you and to generate within you, a burning desire to create the projects we present to you on our glorious,
full color, oversized pages. This time around is no exception. Our creative team at Skacel has produced what I
feel is our best Magalog to date. It has so many great ideas and patterns that we not only had to increase it by 8
pages, but we also had to cut some projects because of lack of space! But have no fear, we have more Magalogs
coming your way, and the projects from this issue, that were left on the cutting room floor, will definitely find
their way into one of the next.
In this issue we focus on projects that can easily be knit in time for the holidays, yet are still viable options
for knitting after the holidays. We’ve taken an array of patterns and worked them in a multitude of ways to
demonstrate what the difference color, shaping and styling can make. During a recent trip to Germany with
Lauren Riker, The Fiber Factor’s grand prize winner (see page 34), we noticed that the garment that we refer to
as a cowl in the United States, is frequently called a loop in Europe. Loving the word ‘loop’, we thought it would
be fun to bring that terminology to North America. Since we’ve already had a full Magalog of cowls, you’ll find
we have decided to stir things up a bit and refer to all ‘cowls’ in this volume as ‘loops’. They just sound like a fun
thing to knit! So whether you are knitting or crocheting, whether for someone older or younger, male or female,
whether the recipient is ‘classic’ or ‘natural’ or ‘way out there’, we’ve done our best to create an option just for
you.
It was our intention to print all the featured patterns within this publication, but alas, all of them would
not fit. So to make it stress-free for you, we’ve dedicated a special place on our skacelknitting.com website that is
just for them. You can find a button on our home page clearly marked “Volume 6 – additional information” that
will take you directly to all the patterns we were not able to fit into this issue. No need to surf the entire site just
to find one pattern, although you might find some awesome things if you do!
All the yarns used in this issue can be found at your LYS. If you would like assistance finding a specific
yarn, give us a call at 1-800-255-1278, and we’ll get you hooked up with the shop closest to you.
We hope you enjoy this issue and welcome your feedback at all times! Please email me directly with your
comments and suggestions: [email protected]. I would love to know what you think!
table of contents
covermodel
hikoo® simplinatural zig-zag loops
Tschau, Karin Skacel
16 the reversible scarf
3
the fiber factor returns
17 zitron trekking xxl gauntlets
4
channeled colors brioche scarf & loop
18 hikoo® wooliebullie
6
discover your addi-tude
21
hikoo® caribou blankets
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hikoo® kenzington
22
cushy cable reversible loop or scarf
10 schulana sayonara ribbed loop
25
hikoo® zumie
11 briar rows brioche loop
26
block by block: a buttoned crochet loop
12 addi® round up
27
toddler’s blank slate cardi
14 classic checked vest
28
simpli-boot cuffs
29
schulana lanalpaco
30
artfelt®
33
garter stitch entrelac scarf
34
lauren riker goes to germany
36
ravelry spotting
38
hikoo® sock puppets
39
patterns
43
knit-a-long with skacel & michelle
The Zig Zag Loop, stacked high in an array of
gorgeous colors on Cover Girl Courtney, is an easy,
textural pattern that uses just one hank of HiKoo®
Simplinatural. The pattern is on page 41.
Second Print Edition 2015.
Visit Skacelknitting.com for any Errata.
All images and text copyright © skacel collection, Inc. 2014.
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The
Fiber
Factor
®
Returning for a second season in 2015!
12 Contestants
6 Challenges
1 Grand Prize Winner
Applications accepted
January 5 – February 28
Contestants and 1st Challenge Announced March 13
Stop by the skacel booth at VOGUEknitting LIVE! in New York or
Stitches West in California to pick up an application.
The application, more information, and complete contest rules can be
found at www.TheFiberFactor.com
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Channeled Colors Brioche
Scarf and Loop
Whether you knit Brioche, Fisherman’s
Rib, or “one stitch below,” this stitch
pattern is all the rage! Our Channeled
Colors Brioche Scarf and Loop are
perfect examples of how combining the
right yarn with the right stitch pattern
can create a real “wow” piece! Zitron
Unisono, a perfectly twisted, pure
merino wool, has just the right amount
of spring for this pattern. Combine that
with a choice of a dozen long repeat
multis and 35 solids to coordinate, and
you too can create a masterpiece! This
pattern can be found on page 41.
Top #1164 and #1220, Bottom #1178 and #1210
Top #1194 and #1235, Middle #1186 and #1245,
Bottom #1177 and #1245
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Discover your
-tude!
GERMANY
Located in Altena, Germany, Addi has been turning out needlecraftMADE
tools IN
for
over 150 years. The company is currently headed
by the 6th generation member of the Selter family. Addi is the only remaining knitting needle brand manufactured in Europe,
as other manufacturers have moved production to Mexico, China, and India to cut costs. Addi’s employees are all paid fair
wages, and provided with health insurance, vacation, and retirement. Many of the employees are second and third generation
with the company as well.
With over 20 steps in the manufacturing of each addi® needle, the time one item spends in the actual hands of a craftsman or
craftswoman is incredible by today’s standards (usually you’ll see machines or robots handle manufacturing, taking the human
out of the equation). In the end, you have a wonderfully hand-crafted needle, featuring smooth surfaces and perfect form.
With so many options available, choosing the right addi® needle for a project can be a daunting task. The following overview
was designed to eliminate any guesswork and help match your needs with the proper addi® tools, based on your personal
knitting style and project requirements.
The tipping point!
1.
Choosing the right tip style is a two-part process, as a needle’s tip is actually made up of the shaft and the point. The tip’s
point enters the stitch, while the tip’s shaft happily shuffles those stitches on to the cord. Know your yarn. Might it be
prone to splitting? If so, a standard addi Turbo® tip point is a wonderful choice. Otherwise, the tapered points of the
addi® Lace or addi® Rocket needles are perfect for working intricate stitches. If increasing the pace of your knitting is
important, the slick nickel-plated shafts of the addi Turbo® and addi® Rocket tips will help build speed with each stitch.
Conversely, those seeking to slow their stitches may wish to try the addi® Lace and addi® Natura shafts, which both
provide a slight ‘bite’. Look to the images below for a visual comparison of each available style.
Fixed or Click?
2.
While some knitters prefer a fixed needle, traveling with every size and length of needle isn’t always an option. This is
where an interchangeable set becomes very beneficial. Aside from the portability, having each size of tip and/or cord
available as you need them, is priceless. Sizes are even printed on all tips and cords, for ease of identification. Need to
switch tips or cords mid-project? No problem! The addi® Click sets are so versatile; you can even keep live stitches on
your cords with the set’s cord extender or HeartStoppers. The addi® Click system is the only complete interchangable
system which provides you with a patented ‘click-in’ tip, that will never come unscrewed while knitting.
3.
What about the cords?
4.
Ready, set, knit!
When it comes to needle cords, one must rely on the engineering standard known as the “Goldilocks Principle”. You
do not want to knit with a droopy cord, as your project will “puddle”. You do not want to knit with a stiff cord, as
your movement will be hindered. Instead, you want to choose a cord that is “just right”, providing the perfect balance
between strength, pliability and memory. The specially formulated blue nylon cords featured on all North American
addi® needles, are just right.
Now that you’ve settled on your needle type, there is only one thing left to do ... cast-on and enjoy the experience!
Working with a quality tool will not only increase your productivity, it will also make the knitting experiance relaxing
and enjoyable.
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All addi® needles feature pliable cords with just the right amount of memory, snag-free
joins for a smooth transition, and a lifetime guarantee from manufacturer’s defects.
addi Turbo® circulars
• Lightweight, hollow brass tips - nickel-plated for speed
• Standard points for all-around use
addi® Lace circulars
• Lightweight, hollow, treated brass tips - provides a slight ‘bite’
• Longer taper and sharper points, for slipping into tight or intricate stitches
addi® Rockets/Sock Rockets circulars
• Lightweight, hollow brass tips - nickel-plated for speed
• Longer taper and sharper points, for sliding into tight or intricate stitches
addi® Natura circulars
• Naturally warm to the touch - great for arthritic hands
• Lightweight, slow growth bamboo with a long lasting Carnauba
wax coating - provides a slight ‘bite’
• Standard points for all-around use
addi Click Turbo® Set
• Lightweight, hollow brass tips - nickel-plated for speed
• Standard points for all-around use
• Includes 10 sizes of tips (US 4-15) and 3 cord lengths (24”, 32”, 40”)
addi® Click Lace Short Set
• Lightweight, hollow brass tips - nickel-plated for speed
• Longer taper and sharper points, for slipping into tight or intricate stitches
• Special short tips allow knitters to create 16” and 20” circular needles
• Includes 8 sizes of tips (US 4-11) and 5 cord lengths (16”, 20”, 24”, 32”, 40”)
addi® Click Lace Long Set
• Lightweight, hollow brass tips - nickel-plated for speed
• Longer taper and sharper points, for slipping into tight or intricate stitches
• SOS Cords, featuring built-in lifeline eyelets
• Includes 8 sizes of tips (US 4-11) and 3 cord lengths (24”, 32”, 40”)
addi® Click Bamboo Set
• Naturally warm to the touch - great for arthritic hands
• Lightweight, slow growth bamboo with a long lasting Carnauba
wax coating - provides a slight ‘bite’
• Standard points for all-around use
• Includes 8 sizes of tips (US 4-11) and 3 cord lengths (24”, 32”, 40”)
Remember the gauge!
Since there is no standardization of needle sizes in the United States, one must
always remember to obtain a brand-specific needle gauge. Otherwise, you may
find that one manufacturer’s needle will gauge up quite differently on another
manufacturer’s gauge, and vice versa. The only true gauge for needles is the
metric size. It is a true measurement and will never vary. Learn your metrics!
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Equilibrium Reversible Loop
Designed by Jodi Roush
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
SIZE AND MATERIALS:
Finished piece measures approx 32” x 8”
Featured Yarns:
Kenzington by HiKoo®, 60% New Zealand Merino, 25% Nylon, 10% Alpaca, 5%
Silk Noils; 208 yds / 100g (1 hank). Shown in Color #1000.
addi® Needles: 7 mm (approx US 10.75) or size needed to obtain gauge.
GAUGE: 3.5 sts / inch in Stockinette Stitch
To save time, check your gauge and
read all instructions thoroughly before beginning.
Smock Stitch:
Insert right needle between 4th and 5th stitch from left needle tip and pull the
yarn through to create a new stitch. Place new stitch on left hand needle and
pull snug. Knit new stitch together with the following knit stitch.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Loosely CO 108 sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist stitches.
Purl 1 round.
Knit 1 round.
Purl 1 round.
Knit 6 rnds.
Rnds 1-3: *K1, P2; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 4: *Smock St, P2, K1, P2; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnds 5-7: *K1, P2; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 8: K1, P2, *Smock St, P2, K1, P2; rep from
* to last 3 sts, Smock St, P2.
Work Rnds 1-8 a total of 3 times, then work
Rnds 1-3 once more.
Knit 6 rnds.
Purl 1 round.
Knit 1 round.
Purl 1 round.
Bind off all sts loosely.
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HiKoo® Kenzington
60% New Zealand Merino, 25% Nylon, 10% Alpaca, 5% Silk Noils
208 yards per 100 gram hank • US 9-11 (5.5-8mm) needles • Approx. 3.5-4 sts per inch
#1015
Boysenberry
#1005
Bayberry
#1027
Takahe
#1024
Hokitika
#1008
Kale
#1025
Elegan
#1030
Taranaki
#1018
Seal
#1003
Lamington
#1000
Pavlova
Our NEW HiKoo® Kenzington is a light and airy chainette yarn made in New Zealand. The woolen preparation used to
create HiKoo® Kenzington overlaps and interlocks the fibers at a variety of angles, leaving pockets of air, resulting in
a lighter and more voluminous finished yarn. In contrast, a worsted preparation aligns all fibers so they run parallel
to each other and overlap only at the ends, leaving relatively no space or air, resulting in a denser and heavier yarn.
While blocking is an important step in most knitting projects, wet blocking is essential when finishing a project using
HiKoo® Kenzington. Because of the woolen preparation, a really good wet-blocking locks all of the fibers together
while also making the yarn softer and loftier! We trust you will enjoy working with this yarn as much as we do!
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Sayonara Ribbed Loop
Our Schulana Sayonara Ribbed Loop is the perfect project
for evenings when you want to indulge in that glass of wine,
yet still want to knit. Knit in the round, (so you never have
to turn your work), the fabulous ridges are easily created
simply by knitting rounds for a while, then purling
rounds. The colorful stripes are automatically created
by the long-running colors of the beautiful dye job. You
really can’t mess up! And as for the feel of 100% pure
silk running through your fingertips? Well that’s just
an added bonus! This loop only takes two balls – so
it’s far more affordable than you may think. Knit
one for yourself, your mother, your daughter, your
aunt...it’s a surefire winner with 10 colors from
which to choose. Loops shown from left to right,
in colors #55, #54, and #56.
SIZE & MATERIALS:
Approximate Measurements: For a circular loop
with a 44” circumference by 5” deep, you will
need 2 balls of Sayonara Print by Schulana. Also
needed is one 6 mm (approx US 10) 32” addi®
circular needle
Gauge: 16 sts x 66 rows = 4” x 4” in Stockinette
DESIGNER’S NOTE:
When beginning the second ball of yarn, start
with the end of the ball that will result in the
colors reversing back to the beginning color. Use
the tailless join method for an invisible join with no
tails to weave in. Tailless Join instructions available at
www.skacelknitting.com.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Loosely CO 170 sts.
Join in the round, being careful not to twist sts.
(Purl 6 rnds, knit 6 rnds) 5x, purl 6 rnds.
Loosely bind off all sts.
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Briar Rows
Brioche Loop
The Briar Rows Brioche Loop was
originally designed using our
luxurious, yet durable, Schoppel
Cashmere Queen. With time, the
halo of the yarn slightly softens
the distinct stitching of the pattern,
making it look lavishly rich, while
engulfing your neck with softness.
But, what if you like the very distinct
stitch pattern and prefer a more
natural, outdoorsy look? Then create
this pattern in our HiKoo® Kenzie in
two of its 30 colors. Wrap it around
your neck once or twice – the choice
is yours, but definitely make this loop
– you’ll find it will be your go-to loop
for this winter! Pattern is on page 42.
Pictured below, from top to bottom:
HiKoo® Kenzie #1011 and #1018,
Schoppel Cashmere Queen #3543
and #2965, HiKoo® Kenzie #1014 and
#1015, Schoppel Cashmere Queen
#7130 and #7181.
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Roundup
MADE IN GERMANY
New
& Popular Products
TM
Fabricated from high-grade aluminum, these colorful ultralightweight wonders feature dual tips (each needle features
both a Turbo® tip and a Lace tip for added flexibility of use). A
revolutionary design, FlipStix™ are available in 6” and 8” lengths,
in US 0, 2.25mm, 1, 2.75mm, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10.75, and 11.
HOBBY
Supercharge your needle felting with the patented addi® Quick Hobby felting tool. Create accessories,
ornaments, figures, and other felted items in the blink of an eye. Boasting a rapid needle insertion of 2,500
depressions per minute, fibers will felt more quickly than ever before.
addi® Express
The original addi® Express knitting machine features 22 needles, and is great for creating
scarves, ponchos, pillow covers and afghans. You can be knitting in minutes on the addi®
Express! Just crank and watch your creations grow before your eyes.
addi® King Size Express
The largest knitting machine from addi® features 46 needles,
which is more than twice the number of the original addi®
Express! The extra needles allow the user to make even
larger pieces, such as hats, garment panels and more.
addi® HeartStoppers
These adorable heart shaped end-caps are a versatile addition to the most comprehensive
interchangeable knit and crochet systems available, the addi® Click. The HeartStoppers click onto
the end of an addi® Click cord to create flex needles, cro-hooks, stitch holders, and much more!
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With only 250 needles available for sale in North
America and 500 worldwide, the second release from
the addi®-Art collection, the addi®-Art 24K is sure to
sell out quickly. The 32” US 6 addi Turbo® circular has
been densely gilded in 24 karat gold for long-lasting
shine.
The initial release from the addi®-Art line, the Diamond,
is a 32” US 15 addi Turbo® circular needle, whose tips
feature a visible core of genuine Swarovski crystals. Your
needles will twinkle and glisten as you knit, and are sure
to be the envy of your friends.
HOOK
The addi® Click Hook crochet set is intended as an upgrade or “booster pack” to
the existing Click sets. However, they can also be used as a fixed hook by simply
eliminating the cord. Add a cord, and they can be used for double-ended crochet, as
cro-needles, and also as Tunisian hooks (when paired with addi® HeartStoppers).
Each kit contains 8 addi® hooks (3.75mm, 4.0mm, 4.5mm, 5.0mm, 6.0mm, 7.0 mm,
8.0mm, and 9.0mm).
addi® Swing Hooks
Developed with comfort in mind, the ergonomic handle of the Swing Hook is constructed of two plastics: one colorful and soft,
and the other, white and firm. The two balance each other perfectly for just the right amount of flexibility.
Available in sizes 0.5mm through an 8mm.
addi-Colours
The addiColours crochet set includes 9 of the ever-popular addi®
color-coded crochet hooks, and is housed in an easy-to-store travel
case. The set includes hooks in metric sizes 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5,
5.5, and 6mm.
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MC=98, CC1=95, CC2=98
MC=97, CC1=96, CC2=97
MC=35, CC1=57, CC2=96
MC=32, CC1=57, CC2=32
MC=98, CC1=95, CC2=10
MC=99, CC1=97, CC2=99
MC=35, CC1=57, CC2=95
MC=32, CC1=95, CC2=32
MC=98, CC1=10, CC2=98
MC=53, CC1=02, CC2=99
MC=35, CC1=95, CC2=32
MC=32, CC1=57, CC2=95
MC=10, CC1=98, CC2=10
MC=53, CC1=97, CC2=53
MC=96, CC1=35, CC2=97
MC=32, CC1=94, CC2=32
MC=100, CC1=10, CC2=99
MC=02, CC1=46, CC2=02
MC=96, CC1=46, CC2=57
MC=95, CC1=94, CC2=95
MC=100, CC1=98, CC2=99
MC=02, CC1=46, CC2=99
MC=35, CC1=94, CC2=35
MC=94, CC1=95, CC2=94
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Classic Checked Vest
This wardrobe essential by John Crane uses HiKoo®
Simplinatural, and it can be made by using
combinations of two or three different colors for a
variety of looks!
For a classic gingham check: choose three different
colors – including a main color, a coordinating color 1
that is darker than the main color, and a coordinating
color 2 that is lighter than the main color.
For a different effect – a grid of squares: choose two
different colors – including a main color that is also
used for coordinating color 2, with a different color
for coordinating color 1.
Vests pictured right, from top to bottom, use (MC, CC1,
CC2) #s 100, 098, 100; #s 100, 002, 099; #s 035, 057, 032;
#s 096, 053, 097.
Pictured left are a few of the thousands of different
color combinations that are available using
HiKoo® Simplinatural.
You can find the Classic Checked
Vest pattern as a free download at
www.skacelknitting.com.
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Reversible Scarf designed
by Jeremy Congdon
Jeremy Congdon, the designer of this pattern, started knitting about 13 years ago. He was inspired
to learn while he was away at a residential training program getting a guide dog. He remembers
there being a lot of time spent sitting and waiting to work with the dogs, and the eight other
women in the class with him spent their down time enjoying their knitting, while he sat there
completely bored. He says, “it became very clear to me that I was the one with the problem, so I
resolved to teach myself to knit when I got home. I actually learned from a booklet,” which he
claims “contained distressingly ugly patterns!” Jeremy has very low vision, but he is still able
to learn techniques from diagrams in books using a powerful magnifying glass. He jokes, “I
don’t read in the sun as a precaution against my magnifying glass igniting my book and possibly
singeing my hair.” Jeremy goes on to say, “The act of knitting is a tactile process that I find a lot
of satisfaction in. There’s even yarn in my earthquake preparedness kit, since I don’t need light
to knit.”
Jeremy designed this Reversible Scarf pattern for a contest Skacel held with a group of men attending a local Men’s Knitting
Retreat in our home town, Seattle. Originally knit in HiKoo® Cobasi, we loved the fact that he used reversible cables in his
design so that both sides of the scarf were presentable. But we also knew this pattern would be splendid in an array of other
HiKoo® yarns, thus we ventured out and knit it in Simplicity and Kenzie, both pictured below. The pattern is available
for free at www.skacelknitting.com, and it has been modified slightly from Jeremy’s original version to include either 2
or 3 cables, to best accommodate different weights of yarns and the desired width of the finished scarf. Heck, if you want
something really wide – go for four cables! We won’t stop you!
#1005
#1004
#1013
#1018
simplicity
Cobasi.pdf
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#010
#003
#037
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#301
#064
#018
#049
Trekking XXL Gauntlets
These gauntlets, made using Zitron
Trekking XXL, are a quick and
easy knit! Make them neon, make
them dark, or choose something
in between! No matter the color,
the design is sure to please. Shown
below from left to right using color
#571, #550, #570, and #518. The
pattern can be found on page 42.
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HiKoo® WoolieBullie
90% Wool, 5% Polyester, 5% Nylon
27 yards per 50 gram ball • US 11-13 (8-9mm) needles • Approx. 3 sts per inch
HiKoo® WoolieBullie is a wool boucle yarn that knits up looking very sheepish, with the same wooly look on both sides of the
fabric. This yarn is the perfect trim for sweaters, coats, hats, mittens, or hand-warmers! It is also ideal for making a shearling
bag, which is totally on-trend, and you won’t have to spend $500 to get it! Because the yarn is 90% wool, it does felt slightly if
machine washed and dried, while hardly shrinking at all! Both felted and un-felted, this yarn is baaaad-ass!
Shearling Chic Bag
#03
natural
#35
turkish coffee
#15
ripe raspberry
#02
black
Designed by Chuck Wilmesher
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
SIZE:
Finished Dimensions: 14” tall x 13” wide x 4” deep (bag only)
Featured Yarns:
WoolieBullie by HiKoo®, 90% Wool, 5% Polyester, 5% Nylon, 27 yds /
50g; 5 balls total [as shown, 4 balls #03 (Natural = MC1) and 1 ball #02
(Black = MC2)].
Simplinatural by HiKoo®, 40% Baby Alpaca, 40% Fine Merino Wool,
20% Mulberry Silk; 183 yds / 100g. 2 hanks [as shown, 2 hanks #002
(Black = CC)].
addi® Needles:
6.5 mm (approx US 10.5) needles, 4 mm (approx US 6) needles
or sizes needed to obtain gauge
Additional Notions: Bag/purse handles; tapestry needle
GAUGE:
Shearling = 2.5 sts / inch in Garter St on larger needles with MC
Bag Edging = 5 sts / inch in Seed St on smaller needles with CC held
doubled
INSTRUCTIONS:
NOTE: Both yarns are knit very densely in this pattern to create firm
fabrics.
Shearling Solid Panel (back of bag, not seen):
Using MC1 and larger needle, CO 25 sts.
Row 1: Knit.
Row 2: Knit.
Row 3: K1, M1, Knit to last 2 stitches, M1, K1.
Work Rows 1-3 a total of 5x = 35 sts.
Continue working even, until panel is 14” long.
Bind off LOOSELY (very important)!
Shearling Striped Panel (front of bag, shown left):
Begin and work as for Solid Panel, making sections of black, if desired
(alternating colors as follows 3.5” MC1, 1” MC2, 3.5” MC1, 4.5” MC2
and 1.5” MC1 = 14”)
Bind off LOOSELY (very important)!
Bag Edging:
Using CC and smaller needle, CO 20 sts with yarn held doubled.
Row 1: Sl1, *k1, p1; repeat from * to last stitch, k1.
Row 2: Sl1, *p1, k1; repeat from * to last stitch, p1.
Repeat Rows 1 & 2 until edging measures 41” or until it is long enough
to go around 3 sides of the shearling panels.
ASSEMBLY:
Using CC and a tapestry needle, whip stitch the bag edging to three
sides of the Shearling Solid Panel, bringing together the slipped stitch
of the Bag Edging and the first stitch on each row of the Shearling
Solid Panel edge. Repeat for the Shearling Striped Panel, making sure
to align the front and back panels evenly. Attach the handles.
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This adorable Girl’s Handwarmer Muff is made with just one ball of HiKoo® WoolieBullie and one hank of HiKoo® Simplicity!
The muffs pictured in lower right photo from left to right use the following HiKoo® WoolieBullie/Simplicity combinations:
#15/#34, #15/#504, #35/#09, #03/#02, and #02/#03. The pattern is available as a free download at www.skacelknitting.com.
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HiKoo® Caribou Blankets
HiKoo® Caribou is a super soft and fluffy 100% nylon yarn! It’s perfect for kids’ blankets, stuffed toys, and anything that can be
embellished with a little furry fun! We recommend using a 6mm (US 10) 32” circular needle, and working to a gauge of about 3
stitches per inch. Have fun measuring because HiKoo® Caribou knits up into a very fluid fabric!
#78
blue jeans
#77
little boy blue
#01
white
#79
azure
#03
natural
#80
limey
#66
fawn
#76
tickled pink
#67
mushroom
#75
pretty in pink
#65
mahogany
#119
purplexed
#38
seattle sky
#118
purple mountain
#02
black
Stripes Blanket
4 balls: 1 each of color #075 (Pretty in Pink),
#076 (Tickled Pink), #118 (Purple Mountain
Majesty), and #119 (Purplexed).
Finished Size: Approx. 30” x 30”
Cast on 80 stitches with the lighter pink color.
Knit in Garter Stitch until you complete the
last full row you can knit with that color yarn.
Change colors (only change colors at the end
of a row – not in the middle).
Direction of work
Continue knitting in the manner above
using dark pink, then light purple, then dark
purple. When nearly out of dark purple, bind
off all stitches loosely. Weave in ends.
Squares Blanket
4 balls: 1 each of colors #077 (Little Boy
Blue), #078 (Blue Jeans), #079 (Azure), and
#080 (Limey).
Finished Size: Approx. 30” x 30”
Cast on 40 stitches with the lighter blue
color, then continue casting on another
40 stitches on the same needle with the
turquoise color.
Knit in Garter Stitch to create blocks of the
same color, making sure to twist the first
color together with the second color at each
color change, in order to join the blocks.
When nearly out of the first two colors of
yarn, start using the lime green and dark
blue colors and continue working as before.
When nearly out of these colors, bind off all
stitches loosely. Weave in ends.
Direction of work
Checks Blanket
6 balls: 3 #038 (Seattle Sky), 2 #001 (White), 1 #002 (Black).
Note: It will be necessary to split the balls of white and black, so multiple sections can be
worked at the same time.
Finished Size: Approx. 36” x 36”
Cast on 20 stitches each in the following order: white, grey, white, grey, white = 100 stitches
total.
Knit in Garter Stitch to create blocks of the same color. To join the blocks, make sure to twist
each ending color together with the next color at each color change. Each horizontal section
of blocks should be about 30 rows (or stop when the blocks are visually square).
Direction of work
Once the first row’s blocks are square, work the second horizontal section blocks as follows:
grey, black, grey, black, grey. Continue with this color sequence for the same number of rows
as the first section. Following the diagram at left, repeat these first two sections once more
and then the first section once more. Bind off all stitches loosely once the pattern is complete.
Weave in ends.
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Cushy Cable Reversible
Simplinatural
Simpliworsted Metallic
Simplinatural
Cashmere Queen
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Kenzie
Simplin
Loop or Scarf
natural
Download this free pattern at
www.skacelknitting.com
Designed by Marcy New
Simplinatural
Simpliworsted
Cashmere Queen
Simpliworsted
Lanalpaco
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Big Blocks Moebius Loop
Designed by Chuck Wilmesher
Swirly Hat
Designed by Adrienne Larson
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Top to bottom #20, #46, #37, #117, and #113
30% Wool, 50% Acrylic, 20% Nylon
110 yards per 200 gram hank
US 13 (9mm) needles • Approx. 2-2.5 sts per inch
#110
#115
#081
#105
#109
#114
#011
#020
#108
#113
#050
#035
#107
#112
#057
#064
#106
#116
#055
#037
#111
#117
#046
#002
Naming a yarn is always a fun thing to do, and our Hikoo®
Zumie was no exception. It knits up so fast, that all we kept
Top #105 and #115, Middle #114 and #113,
thinking of was “Zoom, zoom!” Thus Hikoo® Zumie became
Bottom #64 and #106
the perfect name. If you are in need of a quick knit, then
you want Hikoo® Zumie! The two patterns on these pages are available as free downloads on our website (www.
skacelknitting.com), along with several other designs that knit up just as quickly. If you are really in a rush, with
no time to even download, you’ll find a hat and cowl pattern conveniently located on the back of the Hikoo® Zumie
label as well. All these patterns, by the way, only take one or two hanks of Hikoo® Zumie!
When developing colors for Hikoo® Zumie – we kept in mind the sports knitter and created as many colors as
possible to suit all the different sports teams. Whether you are looking for crimson and grey, blue and orange,
or green and gold, chances are great we have what you are looking for. So take a few hanks to a game – you’ll
probably finish the piece before the game’s over!
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Block by Block
A Buttoned Crochet Loop
Designed by Sheila Olsen
SIZE: Approx 24” x 8”
Note: Measurements will vary, depending
on the weight of the yarn used.
MATERIALS:
Featured Yarns:
Ambiente by Schoppel Wolle, 100% Merino
Superwash Wool; 170 yds / 50g ball; Two
balls.
Zauberball 100 by Schoppel Wolle, 100%
Virgin Superwash Wool [Hand Dyed]; 437 yds
/ 100g ball. One ball.
Zauberball Crazy by Schoppel Wolle, 75%
Superwash Wool, 25% Nylon; 459 yds / 100g
ball. One ball.
addi® Needles
5 mm (approx US H) Crochet Hook
Additional Notions: Tapestry needle, Button(s) to match yarn.
Note: At this point a decrease will be made on the first block of each RS
row, and an increase of another block will be made at the beginning of
each WS row, causing the work to “lean”.
Gauge: Gauge is not crucial to this project.
DESIGNER’S NOTES:
1. This cowl makes the most impact when worked with a yarn that
has moderately long color changes.
2. This work can be continued until the desired length is reached.
A 24” long piece makes a single-wrap, buttoned cowl, while a
longer piece makes a more traditional long scarf.
Next Row (RS): Slip st across first 3 dc, *(slip st, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch
3 space of previous row, repeat from * to end of row. Turn work.
Next Row (WS): Ch 6, dc in 4th ch from hook, then in next 2 ch, (slip
st, ch 3, 3dc) in each ch 3 space of previous row across. Turn work.
Repeat the previous two rows until work measures 24” on longest
edge, or to desired length.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Ch 6.
Row 1 (RS): Dc in 4th ch from hook, then in next 2 ch - 1 block made.
Turn work.
Row 2: Ch 6, dc in 4th ch from hook, then in next 2 ch, (slip st, ch 3,
3dc) in ch 3 space of previous row - 2 blocks made. Turn work.
Row 3: Ch 6, dc in 4th ch from hook, then in next 2 ch, (slip st, ch 3,
3dc) in next two ch 3 spaces of previous row - 3 blocks made. Turn
work.
Next Row: Slip st across first 3 dc, *(slip st, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch
3 space of previous row; repeat from* to last ch 3 space, without
making a block in last space, only slip st in last space (1 block
decreased). Turn work.
Repeat previous row, decreasing 1 block each row until 1 block
remains. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Continue working in this manner, increasing 1 block on each row
until there are 12 blocks across.
Pictured above from left to right: Schoppel Zauberball 100 #2247,
#2245, Schoppel Zauberball Crazy #2100, #1660, Schoppel
Ambiente #2183, #1864
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Add buttons small enough to use stitch spaces as buttonholes, or pin
with a decorative shawl pin.
Pictured above from left to right:
Kenzington #1000, Cobasi Plus #83 and #07,
Simpliworsted #62 and #60, Simpliworsted
#62 and #22, and Simpliworsted #35 and #03.
Toddler’s Blank Slate Cardi
Designed by Karin Skacel
Sometimes a pattern is just that – a pattern – but in the case of our “Toddler’s Blank Slate Cardi,” it’s actually
much more! What we are providing you is a canvas on which we encourage you to create whatever you desire!
Choose to knit your cardigan out of HiKoo® Kenzington for a rustic, natural look, or HiKoo® Cobasi Plus for a
stretchy, durable, machine wash and tumble dry cardi, or our favorite basic, HiKoo® Simpliworsted, which gives
you not only the benefit of machine washing and tumble drying, but also a palette of well over 50 colors from
which to choose. After knitting, embellish the piece with the child’s favorite items using duplicate stitch or by
adding fun patches, crochet edges, or ribbons. The free pattern for this fabulous little cardi can be found at www.
skacelknitting.com, along with photos of ideas for further embellishments.
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SimpliStylish Boot Cuffs
Knit in HiKoo® Simpliworsted
HiKoo® Simpliworsted #655 and #06
If knitting socks isn’t your
cup of tea, then these boot
cuffs may be! Get the great
look of wearing fabulous
hand-knitted socks with your
boots – without having to
turn any heels!
Lacy Boot Cuffs
Knit in HiKoo® Simplinatural
HiKoo® Simplinatural #97
Better yet, since there is no
foot, you can knit them with
a worsted weight yarn in a
jiffy and not have to worry
about bulk in your boots!
Baa Baa Boot Cuffs
Knit in HiKoo® WoolieBullie and
Simpliworsted Multi
HiKoo® Simpliworsted Multi #602
HiKoo® WoolieBullie #03
Boot Cuffs designed by
Betsy Reed.
Free pattern download
available at
www.skacelknitting.com
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Schulana Lanalpaco
55% Alpaca, 35% Cotton, 10% Pure New Wool
120 yards per 50 gram ball • US 10-10.75 (6-7mm) needles • Approx. 3.5 sts per inch
#14
red
#07
boysenberry
#09
dark cobalt
#08
deep teal
#16
moss green
#01
cream
#11
beige
#02
light grey
#12
heathered brown
#03
charcoal
This Slip & Knit Moebius Loop by Chuck Wilmesher is an easy, yet fun-to-knit project using
two colors of Schulana Lanalpaco. This super soft and fluffy yarn is made of the perfect
blend of alpaca, merino and cotton. If you have never made a moebius before, this is a
perfect introduction to the technique! Shown below from left to right in colors #11/#12 and
#09/#12. The pattern can be found on page 40.
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Now don’t lose your pretty little head when we tell you this, but these felted heads are so very easy to create...using artfelt®
paper! They make a truly unique home décor piece, or if you feel you want to be practical, use them as a hat stand. You can
felt them to be abstract or add as many realistic features as you wish, albeit they look a little scary the more realistic you make
them...whatever you do, have fun! Life is too short not too!
artfelt® Mannequin Heads
Needed: Styrofoam head, scraps of artfelt® paper, approximately 50g roving, felting needles, scissors, stretchy trouser socks,
plastic, pan, water.
1. Cut Strips of paper. Cut the artfelt® paper into strips. Strips can vary in length and width, but none larger than about 2”
wide or 6” long.
2. Wet the paper. Fill a shallow pan with warm water. Place strips in water (about a dozen to start).
3. Papier-Mâché Head. Remove the strips from the water and lay on Styrofoam head, crosshatching the paper. You will want
a total of two layers of the paper on the head. Try not to let the paper soak too long in the water, so when the first twelve
strips are used, put the next twelve strips in to soak. Cover the entire head, including the bottom of the head, as it helps to
keep the roving from “shrinking” back up the neck.
4. Dry Head. When totally covered with two layers, allow the paper to dry. This will take overnight if left on its own. A hair
dryer can readily speed the process.
5. Apply Roving to Head. Tack roving onto the head, as if you were creating any other artfelt® project. Draft the roving and
layer it, crosshatching the roving as you go along. You will want at least two layers of roving in all areas. If you can see the
paper through the roving, then the roving is not thick enough. Tack in the roving about two tacks per inch. Create whatever
designs you wish.
6. Wet Head. Use a spray bottle (or your kitchen sink spray attachment) to saturate the Styrofoam head with water. Do not
dunk the head in water. Place the head in a plastic grocery bag, and tie closed, or wrap in plastic wrap. Use a large trouser
sock (or even better, part of a fishnet stocking) and place the head inside the stocking for a tight fit.
7. Place Head in Dryer. Turn dryer on medium heat and place head in dryer, along with a few towels. Keep in dryer for
approximately 30 minutes, then check for the first time. Rewrap and place back in dryer again if not fully felted. For the
smoothest finish, you will want to tumble longer, but keep the head in the plastic at all times. Heads will take longer to felt
than most artfelt® projects, as there is not much agitation of fibers going on.
8. Let Head Dry. No need to dissolve the paper, as that is what helps the roving adhere to the Styrofoam head. You are
finished!
For a complete video tutorial, go to www.itsartfelt.com
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Felting Made Easy!
Each of these artfelt® projects is available as a kit, and
all kits include everything you need to complete the
design! Online video tutorials are also available to guide
you every step of the way through the process. For more
information, including where to find artfelt® kits and
supplies, visit www.itsartfelt.com.
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Garter Stitch Entrelac Scarf
The long color runs of Schoppel Reggae Ombre are the perfect match for the entrelac technique! If you have
never tried entrelac, then now is the time! If you learn to knit back backward, entrelac becomes a breeze! Check
out the video on the skacel YouTube channel if you are interested in seeing the technique performed! Using
three balls of Schoppel Reggae Ombre will give you a scarf about 54” while four balls knit up to about 70.” The
scarves pictured above left (top to bottom) were made using colors: #1993, #1964, #2133, and #2199.
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
SIZE AND MATERIALS:
Finished piece measures approx 6” x 70”
Featured Yarns:
Reggae Ombre by Schoppel-Wolle; 100%
Merino Wool, 109 yds / 50g ball (3 balls).
Opus 1 by Zitron; 100% single ply Wool
infused with Aloe Vera and Jojoba oils; 208
yds / 100g hank (2 hanks).
Pur by Schoppel-Wolle; 100% Merino Wool,
164 yds / 100g hank (2 hanks).
addi® Needles: 5.5mm (approx US 9) 24”
circular needle
or size needed to obtain gauge
Additional Materials: tapestry needle
Repeat Rows 1 - 11 two more times with
remaining cast on stitches, then turn work.
Section A:
Increasing Triangle:
Row 1: K1, turn.
Row 2: KFB, turn.
Row 3: Sl1, SKP, turn.
Row 4: K1, M1, k1, turn.
Row 5: Sl1, k1, SKP, turn.
Row 6: K1, M1, k2, turn.
Row 7: Sl1, k2, SKP, turn.
Row 8: K1, M1, k3, turn.
Row 9: Sl1, k3, SKP, turn.
Row 10: K1, M1, k4, turn.
Row 11: Sl1, k4, SKP, do not turn.
GAUGE: 16 sts x 32 rows = 4” x 4”
To save time, check your gauge and
read all instructions thoroughly before
beginning.
Square:
Pick up 6 stitches along the side of next row,
turn.
Row 1: K6, turn.
Row 2: Sl1, k4, SKP, turn.
Repeat Rows 1 & 2 five more times, do not
turn.
Repeat Square one more time.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Cast on 18 sts.
Set up Triangles:
Row 1: K1, turn.
Row 2: K1, turn.
Row 3: Sl1, k1, turn.
Row 4: K2, turn.
Row 5: Sl1, k2, turn.
Row 6: K3, turn.
Row 7: Sl1, k3, turn.
Row 8: K4, turn.
Row 9: Sl1, k4, turn.
Row 10: K5, turn.
Row 11: Sl1, k5, do not turn.
Decreasing Triangle:
Pick up 6 stitches along the side of next row,
turn.
Row 1: K6, turn.
Row 2: Sl1, k3, k2tog, turn.
Row 3: K5, turn
Row 4: Sl1, k2, k2tog, turn.
Row 5: K4, turn.
Row 6: Sl1, k1, k2tog, turn.
Row 7: K3, turn.
Row 8: Sl1, k2tog, turn.
Row 9: K2, turn.
Row 10: SKP, turn.
Row 11: K1.
Section B:
Pick up 5 stitches along triangle edge, and
work square.
Work 2 more squares.
Repeat sections A & B until piece measures
approximately 60” (or until you have 5 yds
of yarn remaining), ending after completing
Section A.
Top Triangle:
Turn work and pick up 5 stitches along edge,
K1 from left needle and pass last picked up
stitch over this stitch, turn.
Row 1: K6, turn
Row 2: K2tog, k3, SKP, turn.
Row 3: K5, turn
Row 4: K2tog, k2, SKP, turn
Row 5: K4, turn
Row 6: K2tog, k1, SKP, turn
Row 7: K3, turn.
Row 8: K2tog, SKP, turn
Row 9: K2, turn.
Row 10: SK2P.
Repeat 2 more times (you will not need to
turn work to start next 2 top triangles).
Pull tail through last stitch to secure and
weave in loose ends.
Steaming is highly recommended.
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1 Mr. Thomas Selter (of addi®), Chuck Wilmesher (of skacel), Lauren, and
Kristen all stand in awe at the Caves of Iserlohn during their underground
tour. 2 Mr. Selter presents Lauren with a personalized addi® needle
with her name on it! 3 Kristen and Lauren try on chainmail armor and
helmets before sword fighting at the Altena Castle. 4 Lauren and Kristen
take a cruise on Lake Sorpesee. 5 Lauren and Kristen put their hands in
the needle polishing machine during their addi® factory tour.
The Fiber Factor®, the world’s first online reality design
competition for knitting, put on by skacel, wrapped up
in January 2014. Lauren Riker, a knitwear designer from
New York City, was the Grand Prize winner of the contest,
beating out 11 other designers from around the United
States. For taking top honors in the nine month long
contest, Lauren won an all-expense paid trip for two to
Germany to visit the addi® needle factory, the Zitron yarn
company, and the Schoppel yarn factory. Lauren chose
her friend, Kristen, a Toronto-based singer/songwriter,
to be her traveling partner. Karin Skacel, owner of
Skacel and head judge of The Fiber Factor®, and Chuck
Wilmesher, producer of The Fiber Factor®, escorted
Lauren and Kristen on the 9-day trip through Germany.
Following are Lauren’s thoughts on the trip:
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The Fiber Factor: What was your favorite part of the
trip?
Lauren Riker: It’s really hard to choose a favorite part!
I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the trip. From
visiting the manufacturing factories and learning a lot at
each of them, to exploring the local towns and doing fun
activities, to enjoying delicious German food and desserts
- every aspect of the trip was really wonderful. Overall
I just really enjoyed seeing Germany and experiencing
their culture through the lens of my favorite craft!
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United
Kingdom
TFF: What did you think of the addi® needle factory?
LR: Wow - I did not realize that so many steps were
required when making a pair of addi® needles. I was
really impressed by the dedication to quality addi® has,
through all of the intricate steps and specialists devoted
to ensure the needles meet the high addi® standards. I
have come to appreciate the super smooth join that addi®
circular needles have after learning about how important
that step was in the process.
TFF: How did the trip impact you as a designer?
LR: Visiting the factories definitely gave me a new
appreciation for the devotion to quality and craft that
addi®, Zitron, and Schoppel have. Learning about the
choices behind their product lines whether it was the
strong commitment to eco-friendly fibers with Zitron,
a stand for having the highest quality knitting needles
with addi®, or being on the cutting edge of innovation
with Schoppel, I admired how passionate the owners of
these companies were and how much love and care they
put into their products. I share that passion for knitwear
design, and want to support businesses that have the
same spirit.
TFF: What else should the readers know about your
trip?
LR: I want readers to know what wonderful people Mr.
Selter, Mr. Zitron, and Mr. Schoppel are. They were so
generous for taking the time to teach me about their
processes and also for showing us their beautiful cities. It
was such an incredible experience to get to see Germany
through these lovely hosts, and I feel very fortunate
to have had this unique opportunity. I will cherish the
memories forever, thank you The Fiber Factor®!
Learn more about The Fiber Factor® at
www.thefiberfactor.com and more about Lauren at
www.girlyknits.com.
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14 A sheep that lives at the
Hohenloher Freilandmuseum, an
open air museum depicting life
from medieval times 15 Kristen,
Mr. Schoppel, Irene, and Lauren
enjoying the sights at the outdoor
museum.
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6 Felix (of Zitron) shows Lauren and Kristen how the machine that makes yarn strips for shade
cards operates. 7 Lauren and Kristen model Zitron Unisono cowls and hats. 8 Felix, Lauren, Mr.
Klemens Zitron, Kristen, and Chuck in the Zitron yarn shop. 9 Mr. Zitron drapes a hank of Nobel
Art around Lauren, showing her how well the new colorway goes with her complexion.
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Baltic Sea
Germany
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Altena
10 Kristen and Lauren gobble up
a Schneeball (Snowball in English),
shown here in its traditional form
of a shortcrust pastry sprinkled with
powdered sugar. 11 Kristen, Lauren
and the Rothenburg night watchman
pose for a picture before going on
rounds of the walled city.
Wackershofen
Rothenburg
Wallhausen
Stuttgart
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12 Kristen, Irene (of Schoppel), Mr.
Gerhard Schoppel, Lauren, and Karin
Skacel outside of the Schoppel factory.
13 Mr. Schoppel with Kristen and
Lauren in the factory’s yarn drying room.
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and Kristen at
the Stuttgart
airport sad that
their German
adventure is
over.
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Creature Feet Socks
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HiKoo® CoBaSi Plus,
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Grazing Sheep Needle Keeper
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There is nothing more delightful than a newborn baby; the soft, sweet smell of their head, their pink rosy cheeks,
their tiny little fingers, and their pudgy miniature feet. Too small yet to carry them from place to place, babies kick
their feet when they are happy and grab them when they are bored. This is the perfect time to cover their tootsies in
our sock puppets. Created small for feet not quite ready to walk, these puppets will delight and entertain your baby
to no end. The book, with 13 patterns of charming creatures, is now available at your LYS. To give you a tiny taste of
what’s included, Kathy Gometz, the designer, provided us with a Flying Pig pattern just for this magalog. If you want
to knit fun sock puppets in your size, check out Ravelry Spotting on page 37. Enjoy!
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Flying Pig Sock Puppet by Kathy Gometz
Knit 1 rnd.
Part 3:
Cont in St st and work Dec Rnd as follows:
N1 - knit to last 3 sts, SKP, k1; N2 - knit; N3 k1, k2tog, knit rem sts.
Rep Dec Rnd, every other rnd, 2 more times,
ending after working Dec Rnd = 20 sts,
divided as follows: N1 (5 sts), N2 (11 sts), N3
(4 sts).
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
SIZE AND MATERIALS:
Featured Yarns:
Simpliworsted by HiKoo®, 55% Merino
Superwash, 28% Acrylic, 17% Nylon; 140 yds
/ 100g.
CoBaSi Plus by HiKoo®, 55% Cotton, 16%
Bamboo, 8% Silk, 21% Elastic Nylon; 177 yds /
100g hank. Shown in #083 (Hot Pink).
addi® Needles:
3.25 mm (US 3) DPNs
4 mm (US 6) DPNs
or sizes needed to obtain gauge
Additional Notions: Stitch marker, tapestry
needle
INSTRUCTIONS:
Cuff:
Using a VERY stretchy cast on with the larger
DPNs, CO 20 sts. Transfer sts to smaller DPNs
as follows:
Needle 1 (N1) - 6 sts; Needle 2 (N2) - 8 sts;
and Needle 3 (N3) - 6 sts. Join in the rnd,
making certain not to twist the sts.
Work in K1, P1 Rib for 6 rnds.
Leg:
Switch to larger needles and work in St st for
12 rnds.
Heel:
Part 1:
Knit 5 sts from N1. Slip unworked st from
N1 to N2. Slip 3 sts from N2 to N3. Slip 4 sts
from N3 to N1. Heel is worked in rows on the
9 sts on N1. Turn.
Row 1 (WS): Sl1, p8, turn.
Row 2 (RS): Sl1, k8, turn.
Rep these 2 rows, 3x more and WS row once
again. (9 rows)
Row 10 (RS): Sl1, k5, SKP, turn.
Row 11 (WS): Sl1, p3, p2tog, turn.
Row 12 (RS): Sl1, k3, SKP, turn.
Row 13 (WS): Sl1, p3, p2tog, turn = 5 sts.
Part 2:
Resume working in rnds.
(RS): Sl1, k4, and still with N1, PUK 5 sts
along slipped st edge, knit next 11 sts onto
N2, freeing N3.
With N3, PUK 5 sts along slipped st edge, k2
sts from N1 to N3 = 26 sts, divided as follows:
N1 (8 sts), N2 (11 sts), N3 (7 sts).
Foot: Knit 13 rnds even.
Toe Shaping:
Rnd 1: N1 - knit; N2 - k1, k2tog, knit to last 3
sts, SKP, k1; N3 - knit.
Rnd 2: Knit.
Rnd 3: N1 - knit; N2 - k1, k2tog, knit to last 3
sts, SKP, k1; N3 - k1, k2tog, K1.
Rnd 4: N1 - knit to last 3 sts, SKP, k1; N2 - knit
= 14 sts.
Cut yarn leaving a 12” tail. Sew toe using
Kitchener Stitch. Weave in all ends.
DECORATION TECHNIQUES:
Colors Shown:
Snout, Ears, & Tail
#083 (Hot Pink)
Eyes
#002 (Black)
Wings
#003 (Natural)
Pick Up A (working from cuff toward toe):
Insert needle into the center of the stitch
(between the 2 legs). Bring needle back out
in the center of the stitch above it (toward
toe).
Pick Up B (working from toe toward cuff):
Insert needle into the center of the stitch
(between the 2 legs). Bring needle back out
in the center of the stitch below it (toward
cuff).
Pig - Snout Chart
x
6
7
8
x
5
x
x
x
9
4
x
x
x
10
x
3
2
1
x
Note: 1) The chart is a representation of
the stitches to be picked up in numerical
sequence. The photo shows which stitches
to use. 2) Pick up stitches on N1 using Pick
Up A; on N2 and N3 using Pick Up B.
with larger DPN, PUK 10 sts as follows:
(N1): PUK 5 sts; (N2): PUK 3 sts; (N3): PUK 2
sts. Bring tail to the inside of the sock. With
the working yarn, join in the rnd.
Knit 2 rnds.
Bind off all sts.
Cut yarn leaving a 9” tail. Draw yarn through
last st and sew around the first bound off st
to close the circle. Sew top half of snout to
bottom half of snout loosely, as if lacing a shoe.
Right Ear:
Using smaller needles and photo for stitch
placement (for Right Ear), PUK 5 sts, working
from toe toward heel and work as follows:
Pig - Ear Placement
Pig - Snout Placement
Snout:
Using chart and photo for reference, and
Both Ears:
Rows 1 - 11 (odd rows): P1, knit to last st, P1.
Row 2: K1, M1, P3, M1, K1 = 7 sts.
Rows 4 & 6: K1, P5, K1.
Rows 8 & 10: SKP, purl to last 2 sts, K2tog.
Left Ear Only:
Row 12: K1, K2tog.
Row 13: P2tog = 1 stitch.
Right Ear Only:
Row 12: SKP, K1.
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Row 13: SSP = 1 stitch.
Cut yarn, leaving a 6” tail and draw through last stitch. Sew yarn
through the edge sts on the lower edge to meet sock. Secure tail and
bury it in the sock.
Left Ear:
Mirror Right Ear (pick up and knit sts working from heel toward toe).
Tail:
Using smaller needles and photo for stitch
placement, and with sock held toe facing
you and heel up, PUK 2 sts with N1, turn.
With a second needle, PUK 1 stitch in the
rnd below. Slip this third st to the first
needle.
Knit 12 rows of I-Cord.
Next Row: K1, SKP = 2 sts.
Knit 4 more rows of I-Cord
Next Row: SKP = 1 stitch.
Knit 1 more row.
Cut yarn, leaving a 6” tail and draw
through last stitch. With a tapestry
needle, whipstitch yarn down one strand
of a column of sts to bring the yarn end
to meet the sock. Bring yarn to inside of
sock and pull firmly to gather up sts to
form a curly tail and secure.
Wings:
Notes: 1) PUK using both legs of the
stitch. 2) PUK-PO start with 1 st on RH
needle, PUK a stitch in edge stitch of the piece, pass 1st stitch over
this stitch (this is like a slip stitch in crochet). 3) SSP - Slip, Slip, Purl
Left Wing:
Using smaller needles and photo for reference, PUK 7 sts working
from heel toward toe.
Pig - Left Wing Placement
Right Wing:
PUK 7 sts working from toe toward heel.
Row 1: Purl
Row 2: (K1, M1) 2x, (K2, M1) 2x, K1 = 11 sts.
Row 3: P1, K1, (P2, K1) 2x, P1, K1, P1
Rows 4 & 6: K8, turn.
Rows 5 & 7: P1, K1, P2, K1, P1, K1, P1.
Rows 8 & 10: K5, turn.
Rows 9 & 11: (P1, K1) 2x, P1.
Row 12: K3, K2tog.
Row 13: P2, K1, P1.
Row 14: K2, K2tog.
Row 15: P1, K1, P1.
Row 16: K1, K2tog, pass first stitch over; PUK-PO 5x, wyib slip 1 stitch
to RH needle, pass first stitch over this stitch, pass this stitch back to
LH needle, K3, turn.
Rows 17 & 19: P1, K1, P1.
Row 18: K3.
Rows 20 - 23: Repeat Rows 16 - 19.
Row 24: K1, K2tog, pass first stitch over; PUK-PO 4x, cut yarn leaving
a 6” tail and pull through last stitch.
Embroider face features using photo for reference. Secure all yarn
ends on inside of sock.
Slip & Knit Moebius Loop
by Chuck Wilmesher
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
SIZE & MATERIALS:
Featured Yarns:
Lanalpaco by Schulana, 55% Alpaca,
35% Cotton, 10% Merino; 120 yds / 50g.
Size: Circumference approx 26”, Width/Depth approx 15”
Yarn: Main Color (MC) 1 hank, Contrasting Color (CC) 1 hank
addi® Needles
9 mm (approximate US 13) 47” circular needle
Additional Notions: Stitch markers, tapestry needle
STITCH PATTERN:
Slip and Knit Stitch:
Row 1: With MC, *K1, sl1 (pwise) wyif; repeat from * to end of rnd.
Row 2: With CC, *Sl1 (pwise) wyif, k1; repeat from * to end of rnd.
Repeat Rnds 1 & 2 for pattern.
Row 1: Purl.
Row 2: K1, (M1, K2) 2x, (M1, K1) 2x = 11 sts.
Row 3: (P1, K1) 2x, (P2, K1) 2x, P1.
Rows 4: Knit.
Rows 5 & 7: (P1, K1) 2x, P2, K1, P1, turn.
Rows 6 & 8: Knit.
Rows 9 & 11: (P1, K1) 2x, P1, turn.
Rows 10 & 12: Knit.
Row 13: P1, K1, P1, SSP.
Row 14: Knit.
Row 15: P1, K1, SSP.
Row 16: Knit.
Row 17: P1, SSP, pass first stitch over; PUK-PO 5x, wyif slip 1 stitch to
RH needle, pass first stitch over this stitch, pass this stitch back to LH
needle; P1, K1, P1, turn.
Rows 18 & 20: Knit.
Row 19: P1, K1, P1.
Row 21 - 24: Repeat Rows 17 - 20.
Row 25: P1, SSP, pass first stitch over; PUK-PO 5x, cut yarn leaving a
6” tail and pull through last stitch.
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Gauge: 14 sts and 36 rows = 4” x 4” in Slip and Knit Pattern
To save time, check your gauge
and read all instructions thoroughly before beginning.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Holding together one strand each of the MC and the CC, CO 76 sts
using Cat Bordhi’s Moebius Cast On. This will create a total of 152 sts.
Place a marker to indicate the beginning of the full round.
Rnd 1: Using only the strand of MC, begin working Slip and Knit
Pattern to end of the full rnd, when marker will be back on the left
needle, SM = 152 sts.
Switch to the CC strand (bring the new color under the MC strand to
twist them.
Rnd 2: *Sl1 (pwise) wyif, k1; repeat from * to end of full rnd.
Repeat Rnds 1 & 2 until there is only 4 yards left of one color.
Bind off LOOSELY with the remaining 4 yards of that last color.
FINISHING: Weave in all ends.
Zig-Zag Loop
By Chuck Wilmesher
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
SIZE & MATERIALS:
Featured Yarns:
Simplinatural by HiKoo®, 40% Baby
Alpaca, 40% Fine Merino Wool, 20%
Mulberry Silk; 183 yds / 100g.
Size: Circumference approx 30”, Width/Depth approx 9”
Yarn: One hank
addi® Needles:
5.5 mm (approximate US 9) 24” circular needle
Additional Notions: One stitch marker, tapestry needle
GAUGE: 4 stitches & 6 rows/inch
To save time, check your gauge
and read all instructions thoroughly before beginning.
INSTRUCTIONS: Using Long Tail Cast On, loosely CO 112 sts. Place
marker. Join to knit in the round, making sure not to twist sts.
Garter Stitch Edge:
Rnd 1: Purl.
Rnd 2: Knit.
Rnd 3: Purl.
Main Body:
Rnds 1 & 2: *K1, p7; repeat from * to end of rnd, SM.
Rnds 3 & 4: K2, p5, *k3, p5; repeat from * to last st, k1, SM.
Rnds 5 & 6: K3, p3, *k5, p3; repeat from * to last 2 sts, k2, SM.
Rnds 7 & 8: K4, p1, *k7, p1; repeat from * to last 3 sts, k3, SM.
Rnds 9 & 10: *P1, k7; repeat from * to end of rnd, SM.
Rnds 11 & 12: P2, k5, *p3, k5; repeat from * to last st, p1, SM.
Rnds 13 & 14: P3, k3, *p5, k3; repeat from * to last 2 sts, p2, SM.
Rnds 15 & 16: P4, k1, *p7, k1; repeat from * to last 3 sts, p3, SM.
Repeat Rnds 1 - 16 two more times (for a total of 3 times).
Garter Stitch Edge:
Repeat Rnds 1-3 of Garter Stitch Edge.
Bind off all sts loosely. Weave in ends.
Channeled Colors Brioche
Loop & Scarf
by Marcy New
This pattern was inspired by a brioche
scarf belonging to Zitron.
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
SIZE AND MATERIALS:
Size
Loop
Scarf
Dimensions (approx)
32” circ x 14” deep
6” Wide x 72” Long
Main Color (MC)
1 hank
1 hank
Contrasting Color (CC)
1 hank
1 hank
Notes: These garments are reversible, and the same amount of yarn
is used in each color. MC & CC are simply used as reference in the
pattern.
FEATURED YARNS:
Unisono & Unisono Solid by Zitron, 100% Merino Extra Fine infused
with Aloe Vera and Jojoba Oil, 328 yards per 100 gram hank
addi® Needles:
5 mm (approx US 8) 24” circular needle (for Loop)
5 mm (approx US 8) 47” or 60” circular needle (for Scarf)
Additional Notions: Tapestry needle, locking stitch marker
GAUGE:
22 sts and 32 rows = 4” x 4”
To save time, check your gauge.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Loop:
With MC and circular needle, CO 160 sts. Place marker and join to
work in the round, being careful not to twist sts.
Knit 6 rnds. Switch to CC.
Set Up Rnd 7 (CC): *Sl1 wyif, YOP, p1; repeat from * to end of round.
Leave CC yarn at front of work.
Rnd 8 (MC): *k2tog wyo, sl1 wyif, YOK; repeat from * to end of round.
Leave MC yarn at back of work.
Rnd 9 (CC): *Sl1 wyif, YOP, p2tog wyo; repeat from * to end of round.
Leave CC at front of work.
Rnd 10 (MC): *K2tog wyo, sl1 wyif, YOK; repeat from * to end of
round. Leave MC at back of work.
Repeat Rnds 9 and 10 until desired length, ending after Rnd 10.
Continuing in MC, Knit 6 rnds (optional: switch to CC and purl 6 rnds
for a reversed opposite edge).
Bind off all sts loosely. Weave in yarn tails.
Scarf:
Note: To achieve the reversible rib, each row (RS and WS) is
worked twice, once in each color. To accomplish this, the work is
slid to the opposite end of the circular needle every other “row”.
Using MC, the longer circular needle, and a Long Tail Cast On (over 2
needles), loosely CO 319 sts.
Row 1 (WS): Purl.
Row 2: Knit.
Work Rows 1 & 2 a total of 3x. Do not turn.
Set Up Row (RS-CC): Slide work to other tip of needle and attach CC.
Attach a locking stitch marker to the bottom right edge to assist with
orientation. *Sl1 wyif, YOP, p1; repeat from * to last stitch, sl1 wyif,
YOK. Turn work.
Row 1 (WS-MC): With CC coming from the back of the work over the
LH needle and to the front, use MC to work as follows: p2tog wyo,
*sl1 wyif, YOP, p2tog wyo; repeat from * to last 3 sts (includes YO from
from previous row), sl1 wyif, YOK, k2tog wyo using the first YO of the
previous row. Do not turn work.
Row 1 (WS-CC): Slide work to other tip of needle, CC yarn will be in
front of work. *Sl1 wyif, YOK, k2tog wyo; repeat from * to last stitch,
sl1 wyif, YOK. Turn work.
Row 2 (RS-MC): With YOK from previous row still wrapped over the
left hand needle, use the MC to work as follows: p2tog wyo, *sl1 wyif,
YOK, k2tog wyo; repeat from * to end of row (make sure that the last
k2tog wyo uses the first YO of the previous row). Do not turn work.
Row 2 (RS-CC): Slide work to other tip of needle, CC yarn will be in
front of work. *Sl1 wyif, YOP, p2tog wyo; repeat from * to last stitch,
sl1 wyif, YOK. Turn work.
Repeat Rows 1 (WS-MC & WS-CC) and Rows 2 (RS-MC & RS-CC) for
pattern, until scarf measures desired length, ending after working
Row 2 (RS-CC).
Pattern End Row (WS): Continuing with CC, *P2tog wyo, P1; repeat
from * to end of row.
Next Row: Knit.
Next Row: Purl.
Work these two rows a total of 3x.
Loosely bind off all sts. Weave in yarn tails. Block if desired.
ABBREVIATIONS:
k2tog wyo
knit the next knit stitch together with its yarnover
p2tog wyo purl the next purl stitch together with its yarnover
sl1
slip one stitch purlwise
wyif
with yarn in front
wyo
with yarn over (from previous row / round)
YOK
(with yarn at front and before a knit stitch) bring yarn over the top of the right needle to back of work and continue.
YOP
(with yarn at front and before a purl stitch) bring yarn over right needle and back to front again and continue.
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Trekking XXL Gauntlets
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
FEATURED YARN: Trekking XXL by
Zitron, 75% Superwash Wool - 25%
Nylon; 459 yds / 100g skein.
addi® Needles:
Small (Large): 2.5mm (approx US 1) 32”
circular or DPNs (pattern is written for
Magic Loop)
Extra Small (Medium): 2.25mm 32” circular or DPNs (pattern is
written for Magic Loop)
Gauge: (after blocking)
Small (Large): 7.5 sts and 11 rows = 1” on larger needle.
Extra Small (Medium): 8 sts and 12 rows = 1” on smaller needle.
STITCH PATTERNS:
Garter Stitch:
Rnd 1: Knit.
Rnd 2: Purl.
Repeat Rnds 1 & 2 for pattern.
Stockinette Stitch (St st):
Knit every rnd.
Dec Rnd: (SM, K6, K2tog, knit to 8 sts before marker, k2tog, k6) 2x = 4
sts decreased.
Reverse St st Section (Rev St st Section): (worked over 8 rnds)
Purling all rnds, increase 8 sts evenly on the first round, work 6 rnds
even, then decrease 8 sts evenly on the last rnd.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Note: Use the appropriate size needle for the desired size/gauge.
Cuff:
Cast on 72 (80) sts and join in the round, being careful not to twist sts.
Work 10 rnds in Garter Stitch.
Work 17 rnds in St st, placing markers at beg and halfway mark on
the last rnd.
Work a Rev St st Section.
Work 14 rnds in St st, then work a Dec Rnd =68 (76) sts.
Work a Rev St st Section.
Work a Dec Rnd = 64 (72) sts.
Work 13 rnds in St st.
Work a Dec Rnd =60 (68) sts.
Work a Rev St st Section.
Work a Dec Rnd = 56 (64) sts.
Work 11 rnds in St st.
Work a Dec Rnd = 52 (60) sts. Remove halfway marker.
Work a Rev St st Section.
Work 13 rnds in St st.
Thumb Gusset:
Rnd 1: K2, M1R, knit to 2 sts before marker, M1L, k2.
Rnd 2: Knit.
Rep Rnds 1 & 2 until there are 66 (76) sts, ending after working Rnd 1.
Remove marker after last rnd.
Divide for Thumb:
Next 2 rnds: Knit 59 (68), place next 14 (16) sts on waste yarn,
continue knitting next sts with live yarn to join again in the rnd, knit
to end of rnd = 52 (60) sts.
Work 5 rnds even in St st.
Work 8 rnds in Garter Stitch.
Bind off loosely in pattern.
Thumb:
Remove sts from scrap yarn and join in the rnd with new yarn.
Work 3 rnds in St st.
Work 6 rnds Garter Stitch.
Bind off all sts loosely, and weave in all ends.
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Briar Rows Brioche Loop
by Rachael Hiatt
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
FEATURED YARNS:
Cashmere Queen by Schoppel, 35%
Cashmere, 45% Merino Wool, 20% Silk;
153 yds / 50g ball.
Kenzie by HiKoo®, 50% New Zealand Merino, 25% Nylon, 10% Angora,
10% Alpaca, 5% Silk Noils; 160 yds / 50g skein.
SIZE AND MATERIALS:
Size: Circumference approx 30”, Width/Depth approx 6.5”
Yarn: Main Color (MC - Light) 1 ball/skein, Contrasting Color
(CC - Dark) 1 ball/skein
Note: This garment is reversible, and the same amount of yarn is
used in each color. MC & CC are used simply as reference in the
pattern.
addi® Needles: 4.5 mm (approx US 7) circular needle
Additional Notions: 4.5 mm (approx US 7) circular needle
GAUGE:
20 sts and 36 rnds = 4” x 4”
INSTRUCTIONS:
With CC, CO 120 sts. Place marker and join to work in the round,
being careful not to twist sts.
Note: The first half of this pattern is knit with 2 rnds of Dark (CC)
followed by 4 rnds of Light (MC). After the color transition, work
continues with 2 rnds of Light (MC) followed by 4 rnds of Dark (CC).
First Half:
Rnd 1 (CC): *K1, yf, sl1yo; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 2 (CC): *K1, yf, sl1+yo; rep from * to end of rnd. Hang yarn in
front of work.
Rnd 3 (MC): *K1, brk; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 4 (MC): *Yf, sl1yo, k1; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 5 (MC): *Yf, sl1+yo, k1; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 6 (MC): *Brk, k1; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rep Rnds 1 - 6 until piece meas 3.25”, ending after working Rnd 6.
Color Transition:
Note: This section is worked only one time. For a wider color
transition, work Rnds 1 through 6 once, and for a narrower
transition (lavender version), work only Rnds 1 through 3 once.
Rnd 1 (CC): *Yf, sl1yo, k1; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 2 (CC): *Yf, sl1+yo. k1; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 3 (CC): *Brk, k1; rep from * to end of rnd. Hang yarn in front of
work.
Rnd 4 (MC): *K1, yf, sl1yo; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 5 (MC): *K1, yf, sl1+yo; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 6 (MC): *K1, brk; rep from * to end of rnd.
Second Half:
Rnd 1 (MC): *K1, yf, sl1yo; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 2 (MC): *K1, yf, sl1+yo; rep from * to end of rnd. Hang yarn in
front of work.
Rnd 3 (CC): *K1, brk; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 4 (CC): *Yf, sl1yo, k1; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 5 (CC): *Yf, sl1+yo, k1; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rnd 6 (CC): *Brk, k1; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rep Rnds 1-6 until piece meas approx 6.5”, ending after working Rnd 6.
FINISHING:
Loosely bind off all sts. Weave in ends.
ABBREVIATIONS:
brk
sl1yo
sl1+yo
yf
brioche knit: knit the stitch with its yarn over(s)
slip one yarn over: slip one stitch purlwise. Yarn is carried over top of needle to work next stitch
slip one plus yarn over: slip one stitch and its yarn over
together purlwise. Yarn is carried over top of needle to work
next stitch.
yarn forward: Bring working yarn to front, under right hand needle
Join in the Knit-A-Long fun as skacel brings you the
Progressive Needles KALs, led by Michelle Hunter!
These free, skill-building Knit-A-Longs are held every 3
months – each January, April, July and October – and feature
a mystery project that is revealed over four weeks.
Details for each KAL are available at
www.knitpurlhunter.com/kal and
www.skacelknitting.com.
Knit Along Overview
• Each quarterly KAL features a single project that introduces specific knitting techniques.
• Each project features a specific yarn which can be purchased at your local yarn shop.
• Instructions for the projects are posted on the Knit Purl Hunter website (www.knitpurlhunter.com).
• Instructions are posted in four weekly segments, with each segment revealing the next step.
• Video Clips of any special techniques used are posted on the Knit Purl Hunter website.
• A forum for questions and comments about the projects can be found on Ravelry.
• After each KAL, three winners are chosen randomly from entries and photos submitted to skacel.
January 2015
January’s mystery KAL is a unisex scarf featuring interesting
cables!
This project uses 3 or 4 skeins of HiKoo® Kenzie, depending
on how long you want your finished scarf to be. This is the
perfect opportunity to knit with one of the 10 brand new
colors of HiKoo® Kenzie (pictured left).
April 2015
April’s mystery KAL is a sock featuring Japanese stitches
that make a truly unique design!
This project uses 1 hank of a limited edition, Merino/Nylon
sock yarn dyed specifically for this KAL by
(www.SchmutzerellaYarns.com).
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