Riptide Socks

These socks are knitted from the toe up and feature short-row heels and a twisted-stitch pattern that swells and recedes like the tides. Plus, the twisted stitches give the socks extra stretchiness!

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Materials:

Louet Gems Fingering Weight [100% wool; 185yds/169m per 1.76oz/50g skein]; two skeins in color of your choice

[Sample was knit with two skeins of Caribbean Blue]

Set of US #2/2.75mm double-pointed needles

Set of US #1/2.25mm double-pointed needles

Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:

Foot circumference = 8in/20cm, relaxed

Foot length = approximately 10in/25cm, but can be adjusted by working more or less of
chart before beginning heel

Gauge:

30 sts/40 rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch with larger needles

Starbucks Coffee Cozy

I'm a barista at Starbucks. I showed my manager my POISON! Coffee Cozy, and she loved it. In fact, she commissioned me to make one for her sister, only she wanted it to look like the cardboard sleeve that Starbucks puts on their hot drinks. And thus, this pattern was born.

The logo is done using intarsia. I wish I'd found a better green, but at my LYS, I had a choice between this and lime green. I split a length of black yarn into its plies and used one ply to embroider the check boxes on the back. Then I used two plies together to add a "3" in the shots blank and an "A" in the drink blank to signify a Triple Tall Caffe Americano, Robyn's sister's favorite drink. They got obscured a bit during felting, but you get the gist. Feel free to customize it with your own drink of choice.

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Materials:
Cascade 220 Wool (100% Peruvian Highland Wool, 3.5oz/100g, 220yds/201m); 1 skein each in 8555 Black and 8894 Green
Cascade 220 Heathers (100% Peruvian Highland Wool, 3.5oz/100g, 220yds/201m); 1 skein in 2442 Beige (and I used a skein of 9447 Forest Green in lieu of the better green I wanted)
[Note: You'll probably only need about 50 yards of the Beige and even less of the Green and Black, so if you've got leftovers from another project, feel free to use them up]
US 8 (5mm) needles
Tapestry Needle

Gauge:
18sts by 24rows= 4in (10cm) in stst, pre-felting
20sts by 27rows= 4in (10cm) in stst, post-felting

Finished Size:
3.5in (8.5cm) tall by 10in (25cm) around, pre-felting
3in (7.5cm) tall by 9in (23cm) around, post-felting

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Pattern:
With Beige, CO 48 sts.
Rows 1, 2, 4: sl1, k to end.
Rows 3, 5: sl1, p to last st, k1.
Rows 6-18: Work colorwork according to chart. Slip first st of every row and knit last st of every row.
Rows, 19, 21, 23: With Beige, sl1, p to last st, k1.
Rows 20, 22: With Beige, sl1, k to end.
BO purlwise on RS with Beige. Cut yarn, leaving a tail long enough to seam later.

Cut a strand of Black yarn, about a yard long, and separate one ply. Use it and a tapestry needle to embroider check boxes. Separate two more plies, and use them to embroider drink code. Ask your friendly local barista if you need help with the code. Use BO tail to sew rectangle into a tube. Weave in ends.




Handwash in hot water with a little dish soap and agitation until it felts to appropriate size. Rinse thoroughly. Blot with towel to absorb excess moisture. Stretch over a glass or plastic cup. Allow to dry completely before use. Go to your local Starbucks and show off your new creation.

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Raudona Socks

These lovely socks are knitted from the toe up and feature a deceptively easy lace pattern and short-row heels.

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Materials:
Lang Jawoll Superwash [75% wool/18% nylon/7% acrylic; 208yds/190m per 1.75oz/50g skein]; two skeins in color of your choice
[Sample was knit with two skeins of color #8301 White, dyed with cherry Kool-Aid]
Set of US #2/2.75mm double-pointed needles
Set of US #1/2.25mm double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:
Foot circumference = 8in/20cm, relaxed
Foot length = custom

Gauge:
32 sts/43 rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch with larger needles

Chromosome Cap

Here's another geeky knit from yours truly - cables that look like chromosomes! Display your dorkdom with pride.

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Materials:
Plymouth Encore Worsted [75% acrylic/25% wool; 200yds/183m per 3.5oz/100g skein]; color: #256; one skein
US #8/5mm 16-inch circular needle
Set of US #8/5mm double-pointed needles
Cable needle
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
20 sts x 40 rnds = 4in (10cm) in garter stitch, relaxed
Note: When working in the round, alternate knit rounds and purl rounds to create garter stitch.

Finished Size:
Child (Adult Small, Adult Large) = 19 (21, 23)in [48 (53, 58)cm] head circumference
[Shown in Adult Large]

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Special Abbreviations:
BC3 = slip 1 to cable needle and hold in back of work, knit 2 from left needle, purl 1 from cable needle
FC3 = slip 2 to cable needle and hold in front of work, purl 1 from left needle, knit 2 from cable needle
wrap4 = with yarn in back of work, slip next 4 stitches to cable needle, (bring yarn to front between cable needle and left needle, bring yarn to back between cable needle and right needle) twice, slip 4 wrapped stitches to right needle without knitting them

Pattern:
CO 80 (90, 100) sts on circular needle. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist.
Rounds 1, 3, 5, 7: purl.
Round 2 and all even rnds: knit.
Round 9, 11: *[p2, k2] twice, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 13: *p2, FC3, BC3, p2 (3, 4), k2, p2, k2, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 15: *p3, wrap4, p3 (4, 5), k2, p2, k2, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 17: *p2, BC3, FC3, p2 (3, 4), k2, p2, k2, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 19: *[p2, k2] twice, p2 (3, 4), FC3, BC3, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 21: *[p2, k2] twice, p3 (4, 5), wrap4, p1 (2, 3)*; rep between *s around.
Round 23: *[p2, k2] twice, p2 (3, 4), BC3, FC3, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 25: *[p2, k2] twice, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Cont in garter st for 6 (12, 14) rnds, ending with a purl rnd.

Child Size Only:
Dec Round: *k38, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 78 sts. Purl 1 rnd even.

Large Adult Size Only:
Dec Round: *k23, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 96 sts. Purl 1 rnd even.

Crown Shaping (All Sizes):
Switch to dpns when necessary. Cont to purl every other rnd even.
Round 1: *k11 (13, 14), k2tog*; rep between *s around - 72 (84, 90) sts.
Round 3: *k10 (12, 13), k2tog*; rep between *s around - 66 (78, 84) sts.
Round 5: *k9 (11, 12), k2tog*; rep between *s around - 60 (72, 78) sts.
Cont to dec 6 sts every knit rnd in this manner until 36 sts remain.
Purl 1 rnd even. Next round, k2tog around - 18 sts.
Purl 1 rnd even. Next round, k2tog around - 9 sts.
Purl 1 rnd even.

Cut yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail. Using tapestry needle, thread tail through rem sts, pull tight, and tie off. Weave in ends.

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Snowflake Hat

This continues my tradition of knitting matching hats for all the children in my family (current count: 4) each winter. First, there were pointy Christmas tree hats with i-cord garland and button ornaments. The next year, it was snowman caps, plain white with carrot-shaped noses and button eyes and mini toboggan hats on top. This year, I decided to go a little less wacky since the kids are getting a little older now.

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Materials:
Caron Simply Soft (100% acrylic, 6oz/170g, 330yds/302m) one skein in White
Caron Simply Soft Brites! (100% acrylic, 6oz/170g, 315yds/288m) one skein in Berry Blue
US7 (4.5mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle
US7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry Needle

Gauge:
21sts x 26rows = 4in (10cm) in stranded stst on US7 (4.5mm)
Note: Your gauge in stranded stst and solid-color stst will be different. It is important to do a gauge swatch using the fair isle pattern.

Finished Size:
Infant 6-12 months (Child, Adult S, Adult L) = 16 (18.25, 20.5, 22.75)in [41 (46, 52, 58)cm] head circumference, unstretched
[Shown in Infant Size]

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Pattern:
With White and circular needle (dpns for Infant size), CO 84 (96, 108, 120) sts.
Join, being careful not to twist.
Work in k2, p2 ribbing for 4 (5, 5, 6) rnds.
Join Blue, and begin working corresponding chart.
Switch to dpns when necessary.
When only 12 sts remain, cut yarn and thread tail through remaining loops using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.




































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Pink Ribbon Hat

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I've created this lovely cap with six cabled pink ribbons, separated by mini cables that work their way all the way up to the crown and join in the center. This hat could easily be made in a different color to support various causes: red for AIDS/HIV, yellow for the troops, a variegated rainbow yarn for gay rights, your choice! Here's a list of awareness ribbon colors and their meanings to help you along.

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Materials:
200yds (183m) of worsted weight yarn in the color of your choice
US #7/4.5mm 16in (41cm) circular needle
Set of US #7/4.5mm double-pointed needles
One stitch marker
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
20sts by 28rows = 4in (10cm) in stst

Finished Size:
Adult Small (Large) = 21 (23)in [53 (58)cm] in circumference

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Special Abbreviations:
FC3 = slip next 2 sts onto cable needle, hold in front, purl next st, knit sts from cable needle
BC3 = slip next st onto cable needle, hold in back, knit next 2 sts, purl st from cable needle
m1Lp = make 1 left purlwise - insert left needle from front to back under bar between next 2 sts, and purl this new stitch through the back loop
m1Rp = make 1 right purlwise - insert left needle from back to front under bar between next 2 sts, and purl this new stitch

Pattern:
CO 96 (108) sts on circ. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist.
Rnds 1, 5, 8: [k2, p14 (16)] 6 times.
Rnds 2, 4, 6: knit.
Rnds 3, 7: [FC2, p14 (16)] 6 times.
Rnds 9-32 can be worked by inserting chart between mini cables (don't forget to twist the mini cables every four rnds) or from the written instructions below.
Rnds 9, 10: [k2, p1 (2), k2, p8, k2, p1 (2)] 6 times.
Rnd 11: [FC2, p1 (2), FC3, p6, BC3, p1 (2)] 6 times.
Rnd 12: [k2, p2 (3), k2, p6, k2, p2 (3)] 6 times.
Rnd 13: [k2, p2 (3), FC3, p4, BC3, p2 (3)] 6 times.
Rnd 14: [k2, p3 (4), k2, p4, k2, p3 (4)] 6 times.
Rnd 15: [FC2, p3 (4), FC3, p2, BC3, p3 (4)] 6 times.
Rnd 16: [k2, p4 (5), k2, p2, k2, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 17: [k2, p4 (5), FC3, BC3, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 18: [k2, p5 (6), k4, p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 19: [FC2, p5 (6), FC4, p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 20: [k2, p5 (6), k4, p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 21: [k2, p4 (5), BC3, FC3, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 22: [k2, p4 (5), k2, p2, k2, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 23: [FC2, p3 (4), BC3, p2, FC3, p3 (4)] 6 times.
Rnds 24, 25, 26: [k2, p3 (4), k2, p4, k2, p3 (4)] 6 times.
Rnd 27: [FC2, p3 (4), FC3, p2, BC3, p3 (4)] 6 times.
Rnd 28: [k2, p4 (5), k2, p2, k2, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 29: [k2, p4 (5), FC3, BC3, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 30: [k2, p5 (6), k4, p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 31: [FC2, p5 (6), m1Rp, ssk, k2tog, m1Lp, p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 32: [k2, p6 (7), k2tog, m1Lp, p6 (7)] 6 times.

Small Size Only:
Rnd 33: [k2, p14] 5 times, k2, p7, pm to mark new beg of rnds.

Large Size Only:
Rnd 33: [k2, p16] 6 times.
Rnd 34: [k2, p16] 6 times.
Rnd 35: [FC2, p16] 5 times, FC2, p8, pm to mark new beg of rnds.

Crown Shaping:
Switch to dpns.
Rnd 1: [p6 (7), k2tog, k1, p7 (8)] 6 times - 90 (102) sts.
Rnd 2: [p6 (7), FC2 (k2), p7 (8)] 6 times.
Rnd 3: [p6 (7), k1, ssk, p6 (7)] 6 times - 84 (96) sts.
Rnd 4: [p6 (7), k2 (FC2), p6 (7)] 6 times.
Rnd 5: [p5 (6), k2tog, k1, p6 (7)] 6 times - 78 (90) sts.
Rnd 6: [p5 (6), FC2 (k2), p6 (7)] 6 times.
Rnd 7: [p5 (6), k1, ssk, p5 (6)] 6 times - 72 (84) sts.
Rnd 8: [p5 (6), k2 (FC2), p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 9: [p4 (5), k2tog, k1, p5 (6)] 6 times - 66 (78) sts.
Rnd 10: [p4 (5), FC2 (k2), p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 11: [p4 (5), k1, ssk, p4 (5)] 6 times - 60 (72) sts.
Rnd 12: [p4 (5), k2 (FC2), p4 (5)] 6 times.

Large Size Only:
Rnd 13: [p4, k2tog, k1, p5] 6 times - 66 sts.
Rnd 14: [p4, k2, p5] 6 times.
Rnd 15: [p4, k1, ssk, p4] 6 times - 60 sts.
Rnd 16: [p4, FC2, p4] 6 times.

Both Sizes:
Rnd 13 (17): [p3, k2tog, ssk, p3] 6 times - 48 sts.
Rnd 14 (18): [p3, FC2 (k2), p3] 6 times.
Rnd 15 (19): [p2, k2tog, ssk, p2] 6 times - 36 sts.
Rnd 16 (20): [p2, k2 (FC2), p2] 6 times.
Rnd 17 (21): [p1, k2tog, ssk, p1] 6 times - 24 sts.
Rnd 18 (22): [p1, FC2 (k2), p1] 6 times.
Rnd 19 (23): [k2tog, ssk] 6 times - 12 sts.
Rnd 20 (24): ssk 6 times - 6 sts.
Cut yarn and thread through rem loops using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

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Knitting Ramen 101

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Felted Satchel

This gorgeous bag features two expanding pockets on the front, four small side pockets and lots of interior space. It makes a great tote bag for your small-to-medium knitting projects, or even an everyday purse.

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Materials:
750yds (686m) of worsted weight wool in the color of your choice
US #10/6mm 20in (51cm) circular needle
Tapestry needle
Two 7/8in (2.2cm) buttons
Fabric for lining, if desired

Finished Measurements:
7in (18cm) by 17in (43cm) at the base,
7in (18cm) by 12in (30cm) at the mouth,
8in (20cm) tall, with 24in (61cm) straps
These measurements are approximate and may differ slightly with the gauge and felting characteristics of your yarn.

NOTE:
Sample was knit with three skeins of Murphy's Knitting Worsted (100% wool; approximately 250yds/229m per 4oz/113g skein) in color #1549 Rust, which has been discontinued.
Suggested substitutions:
4 skeins of Patons Classic Wool Merino (100% wool; 223yds/204m per 3.5oz/100g skein)
4 skeins of Cascade 220 Wool (100% wool; 220yds/183m per 3.5oz/100g skein)
4 skeins of Brown Sheep Lamb's Pride Worsted (85% wool/15% mohair; 190yds/174m per 4oz/113g skein)

Gauge:
16 sts/21 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch, before felting
18 sts/30 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch, after felting

POISON! Coffee Cozy

What better way to keep other people's paws off your caffeine than to imply toxicity? This quick little project is great for using up scraps of wool left over from other projects. Plus, it keeps your coffee warm afterward.

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Materials:

Small amounts of 100% wool in black and red

I used Patons Classic Wool Merino (100% wool, 3.53oz/100g, 223yds/204m); 1 skein 00226 Black and Murphy's Knitting Worsted (100% wool, 4oz/113g); 1 skein 1549 Rust

US 10 (6mm) double-pointed needles

Tapestry Needle

Gauge:

16sts by 21rows= 4in (10cm) in stst, pre-felting

18sts by 24rows= 4in (10cm) in stst, post-felting

Finished Size:

4.5in (11cm) tall by 10in (25cm) around, pre-felting

4in (10cm) tall by 9in (23cm) around, post-felting

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Pattern:

With red, CO 40 sts and distribute to dpns. Join, being careful not to twist.

Rnd 1: purl with red.

Rnds 2, 21, 22: knit with red.

Rnds 3, 20: join black and knit one rnd.
Rnds 4, 10: [k1Black, k1Red, k5Black, k1Red] around.

Rnds 5, 9: [k2B, k1R, k3B, k1R, k1B] around.

Rnds 6, 8: [k3B, k1R, k1B, k1R, k2B] around.

Rnd 7: [k4B, k1R, k3B] around.

Rnds 11-13, 19: [k3B, k3R, k2B] around.

Rnds 14, 15, 18: [k2B, k5R, k1B] around.

Rnds 16, 17: [k2B, k1R, k1B, k1R, k1B, k1R, k1B] around.

BO purlwise with red. Weave in ends. Handwash in hot water with a little dish soap and agitation until it felts to appropriate size. Rinse thoroughly. Blot with towel to absorb excess moisture. Stretch over a glass or plastic cup. Remove and allow to dry completely before use. Go caffeinate yourself.

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Preemie Hats for Charity

These little hats make a great stash-busting project that gives back to the community at the same time.

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Materials:
Small amounts of sport-weight soft, washable yarn in pastels, or colors of your choice
US3 (3.25mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
6.5 to 7 sts = 1in (2.54cm), depending on your yarn
A slightly different gauge will give you a slightly smaller or larger hat, but all baby heads are different anyway.

Finished Size:
11-12in (28-30.5cm) in circumference

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Pattern:
CO 72 sts and distribute to dpns. Join, being careful not to twist.
Work k2, p2 ribbing for 6 rnds.

Eyelet Version Only:
Rnds 1-3: knit.
Rnd 4: *k1, k2tog, yo, k3*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 5-7: knit.
Rnd 8: *k4, k2tog, yo*; rep between *s around.
Rep Rnds 1-8 twice more.
Continue to Crown Shaping below.

Heart Version Only:
Rnds 1-3: knit.
Rnd 4: *k6, p1, k5*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 5: *k5, [p1, k1] twice, k3*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 6: *k4, [p1, k1] three times, k2*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 7, 9, 11: *k3, [p1, k1] four times, k1*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 8, 10: *k2, [p1, k1] five times*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 12: *k4, [p1, k3] twice*; rep between *s around.
Knit 12 more rnds.
Continue to Crown Shaping below.

Diamond Version Only:
Rnds 1-3: knit.
Rnds 4, 12: *k6, p1, k5*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 5, 11: *k5, p1, k1, p1, k4*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 6, 10: *k4, p1, k3, p1, k3*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 7, 9: *k3, p1, k5, p1, k2*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 8: *k2, p1, k7, p1, k1*; rep between *s around.
Knit 12 more rnds.
Continue to Crown Shaping below.

Crown Shaping (Eyelet, Heart and Diamond Versions):
Rnd 1 and all odd rnds: knit.
Rnd 2: *k4, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 60 sts.
Rnd 4: *k3, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 48 sts.
Rnd 6: *k2, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 36 sts.
Rnd 8: *k1, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 24 sts.
Rnd 10: k2tog around - 12 sts.
Knit one more rnd even.
Cut tail and thread through remaining loops. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

Striped Version Only:
CO 72 sts with color A and distribute to dpns. Join, being careful not to twist.
Work k2, p2 ribbing for 6 rnds.
Switch to color B, without cutting color A. Knit two rnds with color B.
Switch back to color A, without cutting color B, by twisting the two strands behind work. Knit two rnds with color A.
Continue in stst, changing colors every two rnds, for 24 rnds above ribbing.
Follow crown shaping as above, but continue to change color every two rnds.

Ribbed Version Only:
CO 72 sts and distribute to dpns. Join, being careful not to twist.
Work k2, p2 ribbing for 30 rnds.
Crown Shaping (Ribbed Version):
Rnd 1: *k2, p2, k2, p2tog*; rep between *s around - 63 sts.
Rnd 2: *k2, p2, k2, p1*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 3: *k2, p2, k1, p2tog*; rep between *s around - 54 sts.
Rnd 4: *k2, p2, k1, p1*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 5: *k2, p2, p2tog*; rep between *s around - 45 sts.
Rnd 6: *k2, p3*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 7: *k2, p1, p2tog*; rep between *s around - 36 sts.
Rnd 8: *k2, p2*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 9: *k2tog, p2tog*; rep between *s around - 18 sts.
Rnd 10: *k1, p1*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 11: k2tog around - 9 sts.
Cut tail and thread through remaining loops. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

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