Posts Tagged ‘easy’

The Infinity Scarf

// May 7th, 2012 // Comments Off // Sewing

Whether you are looking for a last minute make-it yourself gift for Mom, or just would like to make yourself a little something, why not try making an Infinity Scarf?
 This is a quick and satisfying sew.  It requires straight stitching and a touch of hand-sewing to complete.  The best part is that it looks like a boutique buy once complete!

You can use any cotton fabric you have on hand, upgrade a bit by using Velveteen and/or Voile, or go high end and use some silk.  Whatever you choose, I promise you will be super happy with the end product.

You can find tutorials all over the internet, I choose to use THIS ONE by Anna Maria Horner.  And if you don’t feel like cutting your own fabric, you can even order a KIT from her for $24.00.

So what are you waiting for?  Go on and get sewing!

-Jennifer
Sewplicity 

Just In Time For Christmas! Free Knitting Pattern from Berroco! !

// November 19th, 2011 // Comments Off // Blog, Knitting, Uncategorized

I was surfing the net looking for a few more “quick and easy” free knitting patterns for extra Christmas gifts under the tree. I am here to share with you a goldmine of a find! It only calls for ONE, yes you read it right, ONE ball of sock yarn! The maximum yardage is 180 yards! So dive into your stash to make this little gem! Is the suspense killing you?

IT IS………………….

A decorative cozy for your e-reader with customizable instructions for a perfect fit.

It’s similar to a kindle cover but Berroco calls it The Baobab pouch for an e-reader.

 

 

 

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Approximately 8½” wide x 10” long (or dimensions to fit your device)

MATERIALS
1 Ball BERROCO SOX METALLIC (100 grs), #1383 Spiced Rum
Straight knitting needles, size 2 (2.75 mm) OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
Three 1” buttons (ours are from One World Button Supply Co.)

GAUGE
28 sts = 4”; 52 rows = 4” in Seed St
TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE

SEED STITCH (Odd number of sts)

Row 1:  * K1, p1, rep from * across.

Rep this row for Seed St.

WELT         see this site for def. of a welt: http://charisa-martin.livejournal.com/24489.html

Row 1 (RS):  Knit.

Row 2: Knit.

Row 3: Purl.

Row 4:  Purl.

These 4 rows form Welt.

NOTE

Decorative Welts are added at specific intervals.  You can add them when you feel like it for an original cover or follow our directions.

COVER

With straight needles, cast on 65 sts (or the width of your device plus ½” x 7.5  – round up to the nearest even number).  Knit 1 row on WS, purl 2 rows.  Work even in Seed St until piece measures 3”, end on WS.  Work Welt.  Work even in Seed St for 4 rows.  Work Welt.  Work even in Seed St for 3½”, end on WS.  Work Welt.  Work even in Seed St for 1½”, end on WS.  Work Welt.  Work even in Seed St until piece measures 22½” from beg (or the height of your device x 2 plus 2½”), end on WS.

Buttonhole Row (RS):  Mark center 3 sts.  Working in Seed St, work 8 sts, bind off 3 sts, work to marker, bind off 3 sts, work to last 11 sts, bind off 3 sts, work to end.  Note:  If your device is narrower than 7”, you may want to omit the center buttonhole.

Next Row: Work in Seed St, cast on 3 sts over each group of sts bound off on previous row.  Work 4 rows even in Seed St.  Knit 2 rows, purl 1 row.  Bind off knitwise on WS.

FINISHING

Place your device in the cover, folding flap to the front and placing markers for buttons under buttonholes.  Pin side edges together.  Remove device and sew side seams.  Sew on buttons.

Happy Knitting!

Mary Ann Hoth

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Yarn Diet! Easy Horizontal Scarf by Mary Ann Hoth

// October 5th, 2011 // 9 Comments » // Blog, Knitting

Time For A Yarn Diet
The title has given you due warning. De-Nile isn’t just a river in Africa! It’s time to face the facts: every knitter knows they cannot throw away the ends of yarn, no matter how small the ball. Most of us (who are willing to admit it) have accumulated large stashes (that’s an understatement) of half-skeins and odd balls of leftover yarn, to “up-cycle” on a rainy day.
It’s now time to bust that stash!

Your Inner Diva
Have you ever wanted to create your own wearable work of art but do not know where to begin? It’s time to let your inner diva out and design an original scarf without spending a dime! How? Use up your leftover stash yarn putting together a simple yet elegant scarf! There is nothing not to love about this project, because the yarn does all the work.

The Hunt
The adventure begins with diving into your stash looking for colors that work well and complement each other. There are NO RULES and the possibilities are endless! Do not be concerned with texture or fiber as this will give your scarf that one-of-a-kind unique look. Look for leftover yarns the size of a tennis ball if you want to work the yarn for 3 – 4 rows. I choose 4 different yarns; two with sparkles, one with nubs for added texture and a solid color for the edges.

Let the Knitting Begin!
I would suggest however that you lay out your yarn to visualize the finished project. This scarf is worked horizontally by casting on 200 stitches. It is knit in a garter stitch = knit all rows. Three or 4 rows are worked and then 1 of the yarns exchanged for others which creates more subtle stripes.
Gauge is not critical.
Length without tassels 62″ Width 4 3/4″
Yards: 425 – 500
Needles: US Size 13
Cast on 200 stitches
Knit 4 rows with one yarn than switch to another color yarn.
Repeat until your width is 4 3/4″

Use a crochet hook or your fingers, to knot on tassels approximately 7” on length.

Free Ravelry Download with pictures and pattern instructions here:

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/easy-sideways-scarf

Viola!
The result is a one-of-a- kind, original design that will not stretch or roll and there is no “wrong side” to it.

Happy Knitting!

Mary Ann Hoth