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http://www.knitca.comKnitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.comBlogger144125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-40696186551157936752014-01-25T15:31:00.000-05:002016-11-16T15:14:11.991-05:00Knitting honeycomb stitch in the round<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
A while ago I made a <a href="http://www.knitca.com/video/honeycomb" target="_blank">video </a>demonstrating how to knit honeycomb stitch. This video is supporting <a href="http://www.knitca.com/patterns/honeycomb_set" target="_blank">Honeycomb Sweater and Tam pattern. </a><br />
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Then I've got a few questions as to knitting honeycomb in the round. I promised to make a video about that too, but got really "gobbled" by my other day-to-day tasks. As I don't want to keep you waiting too long, I'll try to explain knitting honeycomb in the round as clear as I can in this post.<br />
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If you watched the video you will remember that it all wounds down to <b>two basic things</b>:<br />
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1. In every RS row you should knit every stitch except for yarn overs. Those yarn overs are slipped purlwise with yarn at back of your work.<br />
2. In every WS row you knit together all stitch+yarn over pairs, make a yarn over in front of each lonely stitch and slip those lonely stitches purlwise with yarn at back of the work.<br />
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If all this sounds confusing, watch the video here to better understand what I mean:<br />
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The problem with working in the round is that you don't work on the wrong side. So the basic things explained above don't apply. Well, almost...<br />
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<b>Here are the rules for knitting honeycomb stitch in the round:</b><br />
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1. In every odd numbered round (except for the first round that is a bit different) you will purl together all stitch+yarn over pairs, slip lonely stitches with yarn in front of the work and make a yarn over after every lonely stitch.<br />
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2. In every even numbered row you will do same thing as you do in RS rows when working flat. That is you will knit every stitch except for yarn overs. Those yarn overs are slipped purlwise with yarn at back of your work.<br />
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In round by round instructions it will look like that:<br />
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<b>Cast on even number of stitches. </b><br />
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<b>Round 1 (set up round):</b> [purl 1, slip 1 purlwise with yarn in front, yarn over], repeat brackets to end.<br />
<b>Round 2:</b> [knit 2, slip yarn over purlwise with yarn in back], repeat brackets to end.<br />
<b>Round 3:</b> [slip 1 purlwise with yarn in front, yarn over, purl 2 together], repeat brackets to end.<br />
<b>Round 4:</b> [knit 1, slip yarn over purlwise with yarn in back, knit 1], repeat brackets to end.<br />
<b>Round 5:</b> [purl 2 together, slip 1 purlwise with yarn in front, yarn over], repeat brackets to end.<br />
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Repeat rounds 2-5 as necessary for completing your project.<br />
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Happy knitting!<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-23714730004093159162014-01-23T17:14:00.002-05:002016-11-16T15:16:05.177-05:00Reversible cable stitch for beautiful knit snood or cowl<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Cables are beautiful. They add texture and style to any knit project. Bad thing about cables is that on the wrong side they look, well, not as good as on the right side. That's why I was happy to find a basket weave cable stitch pattern that is fully reversible.<br />
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Here are photos of right and wrong sides of the swatch I made:<br />
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Print out <a href="http://www.knitca.com/cable11" target="_blank">instructions and chart</a> and get knitting. This stitch begs for a chunky cowl :-)<br />
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Happy knitting!</div>
Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-69353943838427845102013-12-13T17:22:00.000-05:002014-02-11T10:34:25.652-05:00How to add fringes to scarves, blankets or any other hand made creations<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
It's getting colder and Christmas approaches quickly. These are sure signs that most knitters knit scarves and cowls either to keep themselves warm or as gifts for those lucky people who happen to be their friends or family.<br />
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Over the last couple of weeks there were quite a few knitters and crocheters who visited our store and asked me to show how to add fringes to scarves. As fringes seem to be so popular I made a video tutorial for everyone to learn and use an easy way to decorate your precious hand made creations.<br />
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You can watch the video below, on our <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/knitca" target="_blank">YouTube channel</a> or on <a href="http://www.knitca.com/video/fringes" target="_blank">our website</a> <br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-59088594889417819512013-11-20T12:59:00.000-05:002016-11-16T15:22:39.136-05:005 stitch patterns for cowls and scarves<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
We are all in "holiday knitting" mood right now. Scarves and cowls make perfect gifts for anyone. They are fast and easy to make, do not take much yarn and are easy to design. Just take any reversible (the one that looks good on both sides) stitch pattern and cast on enough stitches for as many repeats as you need to make the scarf wide enough. Usually scarves are 15-30 cm / 6-12" wide. Then work in stitch pattern of your choice until the scarf is as long as you want it to be. Good thing about designing a scarf is that you can try it on any time to see whether it's long enough.<br />
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If you want to make a cowl you have 2 main options. Make a scarf and then graft both ends together. See more details in my <a href="http://knitca.blogspot.ca/2011/11/how-to-knit-cowl-provisional-cast-on.html" target="_blank">"How to knit a cowl"</a> post. If you don't like grafting or any other kind of seaming join stitches for working in the round right after you cast on and make the cowl seamless.<br />
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Here are some stitch patterns that will make a beautiful scarf or cowl.<br />
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1. This stitch is the most recent addition to our <a href="http://www.knitca.com/stitches" target="_blank">stitch pattern library</a>. It is fairly easy to make and looks nice on both sides. Simple slip stitches in this pattern create a very interesting effect -
knit texture looks a lot like burlap weave. This stitch pattern will add
a nice rustic effect to any knit project.<br />
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Instructions and chart are available <a href="http://www.knitca.com/slipstitch14" target="_blank">here. </a><br />
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<a href="http://www.knitca.com/lace10" target="_blank">http://www.knitca.com/lace10</a><br />
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2. This stitch pattern, also called French Ribbing in some sources, has an
amazing texture. It is perfect for a warm hat, scarf, socks, sweater,
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Instructions and chart are available <a href="http://www.knitca.com/ribbing3" target="_blank">here.</a><br />
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3. This pattern makes a nice soft not-too-bulky and nice-looking
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Instructions and chart are available <a href="http://www.knitca.com/cable5" target="_blank">here.</a><br />
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4. This stitch pattern will make a nice shrug, scarf or sweater. It will
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Instructions and chart are available <a href="http://www.knitca.com/cable2" target="_blank">here.</a><br />
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5. This stitch pattern calls for a wide cozy wrap scarf. Almost reversible it looks good on both right and wrong sides.<br />
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Instructions and chart are available <a href="http://www.knitca.com/lace10" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Happy scarf-knitting :-) </div>
Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-52237260349449047792013-11-07T14:09:00.000-05:002016-12-07T13:29:46.108-05:00Minecraft - inspired hat : Enderman hat<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Have you heard about <a href="http://minecraft.net/" target="_blank">Minecraft</a>? You probably did. It looks like every kid plays it these days. Considering that Minecraft allows them to build new worlds, this game is pretty useful.<br />
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When we discussed our plans for winter hats a few weeks ago my son wanted a Minecraft-inspired hat right away. For some reason he likes the look of Enderman (a creepy guy that loves to carry blocks around). After a bit of research and pondering different color combinations for the eyes we came up with this hat:<br />
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Now my son puts it on every time he goes outside no matter how warm the weather is. That's a good sign. It means he actually likes it. And that makes me happy :-)<br />
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The pattern is available for free <a href="http://www.knitca.com/patterns/enderman_hat" target="_blank">here.</a> I hope your little (or not so little) gamer will like this hat.<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-83015173173398102512013-10-10T16:09:00.000-04:002016-11-16T15:24:20.118-05:00Make a fashion forward knit hat or scarf<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Lately the runway shows have often been featuring stylish knits with beautiful two-colored stitches like this wrap from <a href="http://www.style.com/fashionshows/complete/slideshow/F2013RTW-BJARRAR/#12" target="_blank">Bouchra Jarrar Fall 2013</a> collection:<br />
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Two colored patterns have something eye-catching about them. Whether it's a certain optical illusion or just the way colors work with each other, two-colored knits never go unnoticed.<br />
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Here's a stitch for you to use on a hat, scarf, wrap or any other knitted garment or accessory.<br />
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This stitch looks intricate but in fact it is an easy one. Every row is
worked with one color and there are even no purl stitches to worry
about. Instructions and chart are available in our <a href="http://www.knitca.com/slipstitch13" target="_blank">Stitch Pattern library.</a><br />
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Happy knitting :-)<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-5438494381987412572013-10-03T12:14:00.000-04:002013-10-03T12:14:10.902-04:00Choosing buttons for knitted cowl<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Choosing buttons can be frustrating at times. That's exactly what happened to me last Saturday during the second part of our <a href="http://www.knitca.com/classes/9050004" target="_blank">Knit a Chunky Cowl </a>class. I made a cowl out of our Wool Slub yarn in <a href="http://www.knitca.com/yarn/2130257" target="_blank">Orchid </a>color. This variegated color is a combination of lovely shades of lilac, pink, fandango and a bit of grey so when I wanted to choose buttons for the cowl I had a lot of options (sometimes having a lot of options is not good...). Out of almost <a href="http://www.knitca.com/catalog/69" target="_blank">200 kinds of buttons</a> I picked several options: options 1 and 2 (left to right) are simple but match the color of the yarn, option 3 is more fun but probably a bit too flashy on multicolored yarn. Option 4 (metal buttons) is neutral and work great in cases when you are not sure what to choose.<br />
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After pondering over my options (it took a while :-)) I decided to go with option 2 - simple buttons in solid lilac color. Here's how the cowl looks with those buttons.<br />
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And here's how it looks on my plastic helper Tina:<br />
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Happy choosing :-)</div>
Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-10390369182892996802013-09-27T14:30:00.002-04:002013-09-27T17:58:48.946-04:00Yarn over (double) bind off - video tutorial<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
When I was working on the Fringed Wrap (pattern is available <a href="http://www.knitca.com/patterns/fringed_wrap" target="_blank">here</a>) I wanted to make bulky cast on and bind off to offset the bulkiness of fringes. Cast on edge was not a problem as I used <a href="http://www.knitca.com/video/double_caston" target="_blank">double (Bulgarian) cast on</a>. For bind off edge I had to do a bit of research. I came across a simple way to create a chunky bind off edge and it served my purpose well.<br />
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Here's a video that demonstrates yarn over (double) bind off. <br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-27814519827709592582013-09-13T15:59:00.000-04:002016-12-07T13:37:30.787-05:00Easy way to knit honeycomb stitch - video tutorial<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
A while ago a lady came to our store and showed me a hat made for her by her friend. She loved the hat and wanted to knit another one as a gift for her daughter. The problem was - she didn't know what kind of stitch pattern her friend used to make the hat. The stitch was so different from the usual knit stitches that this lady called it "black magic". Right side of the stitch looked fluffy and textured and wrong side resembled reverse stockinette stitch.<br />
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I worked with this stitch before so I assured this lady there is no black magic here, just a bit of fiddling with stitches and yarn overs. As a result you get gorgeous honeycomb stitch (not cable-honeycomb but brioche-honeycomb).<br />
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After a bit of research I found 4 ways of knitting this stitch. Some of those ways are so complicated that after several rows I gave up on the swatch and moved on to other options. That's how I discovered the easiest way to knit honeycomb. And once I did, I recorded it on a video.<br />
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The video is right here:<br />
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P.S. You probably recognized the yarn used in the video. It is Knitca Delight (100% extra fine superwash merino yarn). We have it in many beautiful colors at http://www.knitca.com/yarn/delight<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-38113826241419241642013-09-11T16:23:00.000-04:002013-09-11T16:23:03.265-04:00How to add a new color to knitting<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Those of you who follow me on YouTube (thanks a lot for being so loyal, btw :-)) know that most of the videos I post cover some intermediate to advance knitting subjects. I have all intention to continue to demystify fancy knitting tricks but lately I've talked to many beginner knitters who are interested in more basic stuff. To help those knitters I decided to make more videos for beginners.<br />
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And here's the first one: <a href="http://www.knitca.com/video/adding_new_color" target="_blank"><b>Adding a new color</b></a>. To tell you the truth I don't remember how I learned this easy way to attach a new color but I've been using it every time I need to add a different color to my knitting. And this little trick never failed me.<br />
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Here's the video. I hope you'll find it useful :-)<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-60755730580261181872013-09-07T15:46:00.000-04:002016-12-07T13:34:03.734-05:00Cutie Hat - free knitting pattern<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Knitting for babies and toddlers is so much fun! Here's another baby hat I've just finished as a gift for one of my friends who is expecting a baby to arrive any time now.<br />
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This hat has no seams for better comfort. Those funny cords on top of the hat will bounce every time the little one is active :-) The <a href="http://www.knitca.com/catalog/12" target="_blank">Knitca Delight</a> yarn used for this hat is super soft and warm. It is machine washable too.<br />
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<a href="http://www.knitca.com/patterns/cutie_hat" target="_blank">Click here </a>to see the free pattern.<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-84631341652856372922013-08-29T16:37:00.000-04:002013-08-29T16:37:03.860-04:00Video tutorial on how to knit a stitch with extra wraps<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Remember the Tropicana scarf I blogged about a while ago? While making it I used stitches with extra wraps as a way to add openwork and create wave-looking pattern that in fact is just a bunch of dropped wraps.<br />
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I've made an easy to follow video in case you decide to play with extra wraps on a knit stitch and create your own version of Tropicana scarf. Now that I have all videos supporting this pattern, I'll release the pattern tomorrow. Meanwhile here's a video for you:<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-83104668813230449032013-08-10T18:03:00.002-04:002013-08-10T18:03:35.635-04:00Soft colors for chic knits<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I am a huge fan of bright colors but these soft shades have something gorgeous about them. Bamboo yarn in chic shades of <a href="http://www.knitca.com/yarn/1060691" target="_blank">Pale Pink</a> and <a href="http://www.knitca.com/yarn/1064755" target="_blank">Tan</a> calls for some really special knits.</div>
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-63521529468657317082013-08-03T16:51:00.001-04:002013-08-03T16:51:24.584-04:00Lovely stitch with small cables<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Here's the latest addition to our <a href="http://www.knitca.com/stitches" target="_blank">stitch pattern library</a>. It's a lovely stitch with vertical stripes formed by tiny cables. It will look good as an all-over pattern for a scarf, wrap or blanket (simply cast on any number of multiples of 12). You can
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-32016066822866703382013-08-02T14:19:00.000-04:002013-08-02T14:21:25.095-04:00Knitting in color - Azure Blue and Lime Green in cotton<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Azure Blue and Lime Green is a lovely color combination. Bright as summer itself, it makes me smile every time I see it. To show off these gorgeous colors I made a swatch with <a href="http://www.knitca.com/catalog/71" target="_blank">Knitca Cotton</a> yarn in colors (you probably guessed :-)) <a href="http://www.knitca.com/yarn/2860299" target="_blank">Azure Blue</a> and <a href="http://www.knitca.com/yarn/2860380" target="_blank">Lime Green</a>. Here they are:<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-5943163058307672442013-08-01T15:38:00.002-04:002013-08-01T15:46:52.994-04:00How to add beads to your knits<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Knitting with beads is not as complicated as it seems to be. And the result is worth every bit of the extra effort you take while knitting with beads.<br />
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Here's one of the ways how to add beads to your knitting:<br />
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1. First, make a simple threading tool. Cut a 10cm / 4" piece of <a href="http://www.knitca.com/wire/5110002" target="_blank">knitting wire</a>, dental floss or fishing line. <br />
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2. Fold the piece so that one end of the tool is a bit longer than the other. <br />
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3. Now get to your knitting. Knit a stitch that you want to place a bead on. On the photo it's the first stitch from the tip of the right needle.<br />
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4. Insert one end of the threading tool you made in steps 1 and 2 into the stitch.<br />
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5. Put a bead on both ends of the threading tool.<br />
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6. Take the stitch off the right needle and slide the bead to the bottom of the stitch.<br />
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8. Voila. Now you have a bead in your knitting.<br />
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Repeat steps 3 to 7 to make your knitted creation as beautiful as you want it to be.<br />
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If photos are not clear enough follow <a href="http://www.knitca.com/video/adding_beads" target="_blank">this link</a> to watch video tutorial.<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-35867710657643866772013-07-31T16:27:00.001-04:002013-07-31T16:27:20.243-04:00Ideas on blogging<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Today is the last day of July 2013. I know I haven't been posting for the whole month and this post was intended to be one of those "sorry posts". But then I realized that in fact it was a useful break for me and for this blog. Taking a step back gives a better perspective.<br />
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As you probably know I update <a href="https://www.facebook.com/knitca" target="_blank">Knitca Facebook page</a> with all the news that are happening here, in our company. I use <a href="http://pinterest.com/knitca/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> a lot (probably too much [sign] ) sharing photos I make and re-sharing photos I like with all our followers. We even started a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/knitca" target="_blank">group on Ravelry</a> this spring to give you a place to proudly show your knits made with Knitca yarns / patterns. So how's this blog fit in the mix?<br />
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That's what I was thinking every time I attempted to make a post this past month. And then it got to me - every time a customer-friend comes to our store I feel happy to share a knitting / crochet tip, suggest a color combination of yarn, show a project I've just finished or still work on, give a free pattern as a small gift or share some inspirational photos / ideas. For those of you who happen to live far from Mississauga area (and can not visit our store in person) I can put all this information in a form of blog posts that you can use in your own knitting adventures. <br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-48534873776173322812013-06-06T16:39:00.001-04:002013-06-06T16:39:27.991-04:00Delicate lace stitch pattern for gorgeous knits<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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With just 6 stitches by 8 rows repeat the pattern is fairly easy to work with. There are no purl stitches and it's absolutely reversible.<br />
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It will make a beautiful scarf, shawl or wrap. If you decide to make it out of Fine Silk, chances are you will be able to pull your shawl through your wedding ring in best traditions of heirloom knitting :-)<br />
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<b>Here are knitting instructions for this stitch:</b><br />
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<strong>Cast on a multiple of 6 stitches. </strong>Add 2 selvage stitches. <br />
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<strong>Row 1 (right side)</strong>: *k1, yo, SSK, k1, k2tog, yo*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<strong>Row 2 (wrong side)</strong>: *yo, double vertical decrease, yo, SSK, yo, k1*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<strong>Row 3 (right side)</strong>: *k1, yo, SSK, k1, k2tog, yo*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<strong>Row 4 (wrong side)</strong>: *k1, yo, double vertical decrease, yo, k2*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<strong>Row 5 (right side)</strong>: *k1, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, SSK*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<strong>Row 6 (wrong side)</strong>: *SSK, yo, k1, yo, double vertical decrease, yo*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<strong>Row 7 (right side)</strong>: *k1, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, SSK*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<strong>Row 8 (wrong side)</strong>: *yo, k3, yo, double vertical decrease*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
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Repeat rows 1-8 as necessary for completing your project.<br />
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<strong>All abbreviations are explained in the <a href="http://www.knitca.com/lace19">Key to Chart</a>.</strong><br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-34526017245657393442013-05-23T16:31:00.001-04:002013-07-27T10:54:15.777-04:00How to fix knitting mistakes - To tink or to frog?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Let's confess - we all make mistakes. What is different for each of us is the way we treat and fix our mistakes. <br />
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The first thing you have to do once you notice a mistake in your knitting is to place your knitting on a flat surface (a table will do nicely) being careful not to pull, push or agitate in any other manner your stitches. Then count your stitches. If the number of stitches is right (you haven't dropped any of them) look for the place on your knitting that doesn't look right.<br />
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If the mistake happened in previous or current row you don't need to rip down the whole project. Simply tink back ("tink" means "knit backwards") to the place where you made a mistake.<br />
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1. Insert your left needle from front to back into the stitch that is below the first stitch on your right needle.<br />
2. Slip the first stitch off the right needle.<br />
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Repeat steps 1-3 till you come to the stitch that is before the one where you made a mistake. Then continue knitting.<br />
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If the mistake happened several rows ago you'll need to rip your work up to the point before you made a mistake. This process is called "frogging". Why frogging? Say "rip it, rip it, rip it" and you'll sound like a frog, thus the name :-)<br />
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1. Keeping your work on a flat surface carefully take your needles from your work leaving stitches open.<br />
2. Pull the yarn to undo the stitches. When you get closer to the row that is above the row with mistake pull the yarn carefully to keep your stitches even.<br />
3. Pick up stitches with one of the needles. If you pick up stitches with your right needle, insert the needle into each stitch from back to front. If you pick up stitches with your left needle, insert the needle into each stitch from front to back. Make sure you pick up EVERY open stitch and the number of the stitches you picked up is same as it was when you were knitting that part of your work before. Then continue knitting. <br />
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If you happen to tink and frog quite often and/or if you are working on a complicated stitch pattern like lace or brioche, make a life line every couple inches of your work.<br />
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<b>Life Line</b><br />
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2. Keeping stitches on your knitting needle snake the wool needle with scrap yarn through every stitch of your project.<br />
3. Make a knot or a bow at each end of the scrap yarn to keep it from slipping from your work.<br />
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If you make a mistake later on, simply frog your work to the row with life line and easily pick stitches from the life line.<br />
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Happy knitting!<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-62267425071547017922013-05-16T16:43:00.001-04:002013-08-13T17:30:05.617-04:00Continental way of knitting and purling - free video tutorial<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I have a confession to make - up until several years ago I didn't know that English way of knitting exists. I know it sounds weird. As a kid I was taught to knit in continental way and every knitter I knew was a "picker".<br />
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When I moved to Canada continental method was considered a bit eccentric in North America but nowadays it becomes more and more popular. Many knitters come to <a href="http://www.knitca.com/contact" target="_blank">our store</a> to learn this fast and easy way of knitting and purling. <br />
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For those of you who can't make it to the store I made this quick video tutorial:<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-16208943473090887722013-05-10T17:27:00.000-04:002013-05-10T17:27:16.424-04:00How to learn to knit the easy way<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Quite often people come to our store and ask how they can learn to knit. Usually I set up a session for them right away and they leave the store 2 hours later with some yarn, needles, a small piece of knitted fabric and a smile on their faces.<br />
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But what to do if you are not in Mississauga area and can't make it to our store?<br />
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<b>Option 1</b> is <a href="http://www.youtube.com/" target="_blank">YouTube</a>. It's overwhelmed by all kinds of knitting videos. Many of them are very good and clear, but most are not made by professional knitting instructors and are hard to follow and sometimes plain frustrating :-( Besides if you follow this option, you will need to make a trip to a yarn store or any major supermarket selling craft supplies (Walmart, Michaels etc).<br />
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<b>Option 2</b> is getting a book for beginner knitters. You can find it in your local library, visit your local book store or order from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/" target="_blank">Amazon</a>. Good thing about books - they are written by professional instructors and usually double checked by tech editors. You will find clear illustrations for cast on, basic stitches and bind off. But trip to a yarn store (see Option 1) is also a must (sorry, but you cannot knit without yarn and needles)<br />
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It is a good idea to combine Options 1 and 2 and find clear videos that demonstrate basic stitches explained in the book.<br />
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<b>Option 3. </b>If you are lucky to have a yarn store in your area, go there. Chances are you'll find a good instructor there as well as good variety of yarn, needles and other knitting supplies you will need for your new hobby.<br />
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<b>Option 4.</b> If none of the first three options works, get a <a href="http://www.knitca.com/kits/8150000" target="_blank">Learn to Knit kit</a> that has it all - yarn, needles, notions, illustrated pattern and a DVD disc with a complete knit along that will guide you through every step of knitting a cute stripy scarf. Watch the disc any time and mimic the movements you see on the screen. In no time you'll have a Stripy Scarf and then many more knitted items.<br />
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Knitting is so much fun, once you learn how to knit, you cannot stop :-)<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-12485617064323677212013-04-18T15:21:00.000-04:002013-04-18T15:22:56.574-04:005 beautiful lace stitches for summer knits<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
We've patiently waited for spring to come and now, when it's here (hooray to warm sunny days :-)) it's time to think about cool knits for hot summer weather. And what can be cooler than lacy wrap / tunic / top / dress? Probably only a can of freezing Coke beats that :-)<br />
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Here are 5 most beautiful lacy stitches you can use for your spring / summer projects. Enjoy! <br />
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1. Lacy lace with grape cluster motif – this pattern will make a wonderful
summer sweater or shawl. If you use bamboo yarn for your project, you
will feel comfortable even in hot weather.<br />
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<b>Yarn shown in this swatch: </b> <a href="http://www.knitca.com/catalog/10" target="_blank">Knitca Lovely 100% bamboo yarn, color 0123 Tangerine</a><br />
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<b>Instructions:</b><br />
<b>Cast on multiple of 10 + 1 stitches</b>. Add 2 more selvage stitches if you want to make a nice-looking edge. <br />
<b>Row 1 (right side)</b>: k2tog, k3, *yo, k1, yo, k3, k3tog, k3*, repeat from * to * to last 7 sts, then yo, k1, yo, k3, k2tog.<br />
<b>Row 2 and every wrong side row</b>: purl all stitches.<br />
<b>Row 3 (right side)</b>: k2tog, k2, yo, *k3, yo, k2, k3tog, k2, yo*, repeat from * to * to last 7 sts, k3, yo, k2, k2tog.<br />
<b>Row 5 (right side)</b>: k2tog, k1, yo, k1, *yo, k3tog, yo,
k1, yo, k1, k3tog, k1, yo, k1*, repeat from * to * to last 7 sts, then
yo, k3tog, yo, k1, yo, k1, k2tog.<br />
<b>Row 7 (right side)</b>: k2tog, yo, k2, *k5, yo, k3tog, yo, k2*, repeat from * to * to last 7 sts, then k5, yo, k2tog.<br />
<b>Row 9 (right side)</b>: k2, yo, k3tog, *yo, k1, yo, k3tog, yo, k3, yo, k3tog*, repeat from * to * to last 7 sts, then yo, k1, yo, k3tog, yo, k2.<br />
<b>Row 11 (right side)</b>: knit all stitches.<br />
<b>Row 13 (right side)</b>: k1, yo, k2, *k1, k3tog, k3, yo, k1, yo, k2*, repeat from * to * to last 7 sts, then k1, k3tog, k3, yo, k1.<br />
<b>Row 15 (right side)</b>: k2, yo, k1, *k1, k3tog, k2, yo, k3, yo, k1*, repeat from * to * to last 7 sts, then k1, k3tog, k2, yo, k2.<br />
<b>Row 17 (right side)</b>: k2tog, yo, k1, yo, *k1, k3tog, k1,
yo, k1, yo, k3tog, yo, k1, yo*, repeat from * to * to last 7 sts, then
k1, k3tog, k1, yo, k1, yo, k2tog.<br />
<b>Row 19 (right side)</b>: k4, *yo, k3tog, yo, k7*, repeat from * to * to last 7 sts, then yo, k3tog, yo, k4.<br />
<b>Row 21 (right side)</b>: k1, yo, k3tog, yo, *k3, yo, k3tog, yo, k1, yo, k3tog, yo*, repeat from * to * to last 7 sts, then k3, yo, k3tog, yo, k1.<br />
<b>Row 23 (right side)</b>: knit all stitches.<br />
Repeat rows 1-24 till necessary for completing your project.<br />
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<b>You can also work according to the chart available at <a href="http://www.knitca.com/lace3">http://www.knitca.com/lace3</a></b><br />
<b></b><b>All abbreviations are explained in the Key to Chart.</b> <br />
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9nZAPTURrxs/UXA9xmtvOUI/AAAAAAAAAtI/2j_YqltsbqM/s1600/lace_18.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9nZAPTURrxs/UXA9xmtvOUI/AAAAAAAAAtI/2j_YqltsbqM/s320/lace_18.jpg" width="320" /></a>2. Here's a lace with a twist. A simple cable here and there makes this
stitch pattern attractive and eye-catching. It's a perfect stitch to
decorate your spring / summer knits.<br />
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<b>Yarn shown in this swatch: </b><br />
<a href="http://www.knitca.com/catalog/72" target="_blank">Knitca Socks 75% superwash merino wool 25% nylon yarn, color 2635 Lilac</a><br />
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<b>Instructions:</b><br />
<b>Cast on a multiple of 8 stitches. </b>Add 2 selvage stitches if you want to make a nice-looking edge. <br />
<b>Row 1 (right side)</b>: *SSK, yo, k2*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<b>Row 2 and every wrong side row</b>: *p2tog, yo, p2*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<b>Row 3 (right side)</b>: *4 stitches right cable, SSK, yo, k2*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<b>Row 5 (right side)</b>: *SSK, yo, k2*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<b>Row 7 (right side)</b>: *SSK, yo, k2, 4 stitches right cable*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
Repeat rows 1-8 as necessary for completing your project.<br />
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<b>You can also work according to chart available at <a href="http://www.knitca.com/lace18">http://www.knitca.com/lace18</a></b><br />
<b>All abbreviations are explained in the Key to Chart.</b><br />
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3. This stitch creates a simple yet cute mesh pattern - perfect if you want to make a
light sweater / cardigan / shrug for hot summer days and cool summer
nights. This pattern is easy to knit and easy to remember, so you can
knit on the go. If you choose bamboo yarn for your project (as I did)
you’ll feel comfortable whole summer.<br />
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<b>Yarn shown in this swatch: </b> <a href="http://www.knitca.com/catalog/10" target="_blank">Knitca Lovely 100% bamboo yarn, color 7527 Warm Gray</a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/null"> </a><br />
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<b><b>Instructions:</b> </b><br />
<b>Cast on an even number of stitches. </b>Add 2 more selvage stitches if you want to make a nice-looking edge. <b> </b><br />
<b>Row 1 (right side)</b>: *1 yarn over, knit 2 stitches together*, repeat from * to * as necessary.<br />
<b>Row 2 and every wrong side row</b>: purl all stitches.<br />
<b>Row 3 (right side)</b>: * knit 2 stitches together, 1 yarn over*, repeat from * to * as necessary. <br />
Repeat rows 1-4 till necessary for completing your project.<br />
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<b>You can also work according to the chart available at <a href="http://www.knitca.com/lace5" target="_blank">http://www.knitca.com/lace5 </a></b><br />
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-omMmMn3wRCs/UXBGWS5fLrI/AAAAAAAAAtg/hNpTXR8oX3c/s1600/lace_17.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-omMmMn3wRCs/UXBGWS5fLrI/AAAAAAAAAtg/hNpTXR8oX3c/s320/lace_17.jpg" width="320" /></a>4. Perfect stitch pattern for any spring / summer wrap, tunic or cardigan.
It's easy to knit and easy to remember, simple but not plain with just
enough lace to make it interesting.<br />
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<b>Yarn shown in this swatch: </b>
<a href="http://www.knitca.com/catalog/10" target="_blank">Knitca Lovely 100% bamboo yarn, color 0163 Peach</a><br />
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<b>Cast on a multiple of 6 stitches. </b>Add 2 selvage stitches if you want to make a nice-looking edge. <br />
<b>Row 1 (right side)</b>: *k3, yo, double vertical decrease, yo*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
<b>Row 2 and every wrong side row</b>: purl all stitches.<br />
<b>Row 3 (right side)</b>: *yo, double vertical decrease, yo, k3*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
Repeat rows 1-4 as necessary for completing your project.<br />
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<b>You can also work according to the chart available at <a href="http://www.knitca.com/lace17">http://www.knitca.com/lace17</a></b><br />
<b>All abbreviations are explained in the Key to Chart.</b><br />
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5. As the weather gets warmer we want to wear something weightless. This
semi-transparent stitch pattern will make a perfect top for hot summer.
Easy to knit, pleasant to wear. If you use bamboo yarn for your project,
you will feel comfortable even in hot weather.<br />
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<b>Yarn shown in this swatch: </b> <a href="http://www.knitca.com/yarn/1064755">Knitca Lovely 100% bamboo yarn, color 4755 Tan</a>.<br />
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<b>Instructions: </b></div>
<b>Cast on multiple of 4 + 2 stitches. </b>Add 2 more selvage stitches if you want to make a nice-looking edge. <br />
<b>Row 1 (right side)</b>: k1, *SSK, 2yo, k2tog*, repeat from * to * to last stitch, then k1.<br />
<b>Row 2 (wrong side)</b>: p1 *p2, k1, p1* repeat from * to * as necessary, then p1. <br />
Repeat rows 1-2 till necessary for completing your project.<br />
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<b>You can also work according to the chart available at <a href="http://www.knitca.com/lace4">http://www.knitca.com/lace4</a></b><br />
<b>All abbreviations are explained in the Key to Chart.</b><br />
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Happy knitting :-)<br />
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-29983127078665258422013-04-05T16:37:00.000-04:002013-04-05T16:37:10.609-04:00Eye catching lacy stitch pattern for spring / summer knits<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Here's a lace with a twist. A simple cable here and there makes this
stitch pattern attractive and eye-catching. It's a perfect stitch to
decorate your spring / summer knits.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Right side of the stitch pattern</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wrong side of the stitch pattern</td></tr>
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To knit this beauty cast on a multiple of 8 stitches. Add 2 selvage stitches if you want to make a nice-looking edge.<br />
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<strong>Row 1 (right side)</strong>: *SSK, yo, k2*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
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<strong>Row 2 and every wrong side row</strong>: *p2tog, yo, p2*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
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<strong>Row 3 (right side)</strong>: *4 stitches right cable, SSK, yo, k2*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
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<strong>Row 5 (right side)</strong>: *SSK, yo, k2*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
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<strong>Row 7 (right side)</strong>: *SSK, yo, k2, 4 stitches right cable*, repeat from * to * to end.<br />
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Repeat rows 1-8 as necessary for completing your project.<br />
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<strong>All abbreviations are explained in the Key to Chart at </strong><a href="http://www.knitca.com/lace18">http://www.knitca.com/lace18</a><br />
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Swatch on the photo is made with <a href="http://www.knitca.com/yarn/2902635" target="_blank">Knitca Socks yarn in color 2635 Lilac</a><br />
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Happy knitting! </div>
Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-26646335494623247672013-03-21T11:23:00.000-04:002013-07-27T10:54:15.773-04:00Knitting tips - Perfect bind off for 2x2 ribbing<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4Fc9IISXGP0/UUsj5A2GfiI/AAAAAAAAAq0/atc7efwp6Kg/s1600/tubular_bo5.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4Fc9IISXGP0/UUsj5A2GfiI/AAAAAAAAAq0/atc7efwp6Kg/s320/tubular_bo5.png" width="320" /></a>Tubular bind off for 2x2 ribbing could be a bit challenging, but the perfect elastic edge you get as a result is very much worth the trouble. And once you know the basic steps of this type of bind off it's not that hard to do really.<br />
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<b>So here are those important basic steps:</b><br />
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<i>Keep in mind that when you bind off knit stitches you will insert wool needle from front to back into the first stitch and back to front into the second one. When binding off purl stitches you'll do the opposite - back to front into the first stitch and front to back into the second stitch.</i><br />
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1. When you are ready to bind off, leave a yarn tail approximately 4 times longer than your bind off edge and cut the yarn. Thread the yarn tail into a wool needle and now you are ready to bind off :-)<br />
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2. It's better to start with a group of 2 knit stitches and insert the wool needle from front to back into the first stitch and back to front into the second stitch. Pull the yarn through.<br />
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3. Move on to the group of 2 purl stitches and insert the wool needle from back to front into the first purl stitch and front to back into the second one.<br />
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4. Now that you joined stitches within each group it's time to join first group of knit stitches to the second group of knit stitches and same for groups of purl stitches. First, start with joining groups of knit stitches - insert the wool needle from front to back into the second stitch of the first group of knit stitches and from back to front into the first stitch of the second group of knit stitches. Pull the yarn through.<br />
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5. The last basic step is to join two groups of purl stitches. To do that insert the wool needle from fack to front into the second stitch of the first group of purl stitches and from back to front into the first
stitch of the second group of purl stitches. Pull the yarn through.<br />
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Repeat steps 2 to 5 till you bind off all stitches.<br />
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<b>You can also see all the steps of tubular bind off for 2x2 rib in a video tutorial available at </b></div>
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<b>http://www.knitca.com/video/tubular_bo_2x2</b></div>
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Eventually it's time to enjoy the beautiful bind off edge you've just created and be proud of yourself :-) </div>
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Knitcahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05108945067891756816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3004269667434751670.post-88452442395245175702013-03-13T14:25:00.001-04:002013-03-13T14:25:47.864-04:00Runway knits you can make<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Does it happen to you - you see a knit sweater on a runway show and understand that no matter how much you like it you cannot afford to buy it any time soon. Well, good news is - many of the knits made by A-list designers are not hard to make once you know basic knit and purl stitches. Of course your sweater won't be exactly same (unless you are Karl Lagerfeld or Michael Kors), but you can get a very similar looking garment with the help of a ball of yarn and two needles.<br />
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Here's a beautiful sweater / jacket combo from Chanel ready-to wear fall/winter 2013 collection. The stitch pattern is quite simple - 1x1 ribbing on the bands, 3x1 ribbing on the neckband of the sweater and brioche stitch on the body. The interest is achieved by combining all different colors of yarn.<br />
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To mimic the look and texture of it I made a swatch with 5 strands of <a href="http://www.knitca.com/catalog/72" target="_blank">Knitca Socks yarn</a> in 1x1 rib and brioche stitch. The photo of the swatch is below. The texture is similar to the sweater but appears to be a bit thicker.<br />
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Well, if you decide to make your own sweater with this stitch pattern it will be chunkier and warmer. And you have enough time to make it by fall when Chanel sweater hits the shelves :-)<br />
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Stay inspired :-)<br />
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