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If you’re like most knitters, you have lonely skeins of yarn in your closet — casualties of projects discarded mid-row or leftovers from long-completed pieces. Offering 101 charming designs that use just a single skein of yarn, Judith Durant shows you how to turn these extra bits of fiber into stylish hats, mittens, scarves, and tea cozies. Covering a wide range of tastes and styles, this collection will inspire you to dig out your orphan yarn and get stitching.
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781612122380 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Storey Publishing, LLC |
| Publication date: | 10/30/2006 |
| Series: | One-Skein Wonders |
| Sold by: | Hachette Digital, Inc. |
| Format: | eBook |
| Pages: | 240 |
| File size: | 26 MB |
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CHAPTER 1
In the Thick of It: Bulky-Weight Yarns
One-Car-Ride Coaster Set
These felted coasters couldn't be easier. Cast on, knit, bind off, felt. That's it! The fun part of this project is the needle felting (designed by Ryan Anderson), which uses up bits and pieces of leftover wool. The knitting part is "mindless," the decorating part is creative. The best of both worlds.
Knitting
Cast on 11 stitches. Work garter stitch for 20 rows.
Bind off. Weave in ends.
Felting
Place coasters in washing machine with hot water and heavy clothing such as jeans to help with agitation. Check coasters every few minutes. When the stitches are no longer visible, the coasters are done. Dry completely.
Needle Felting
Lay scrap yarn on coaster in desired pattern. Using felting needles, "stab" the yarn into position until it has adhered. (Felting kits come with instructions on how to needle-felt.)
Shepherd Bulky Rainbow Hat
This hat is knitted in three directions. First you knit the cuff from center back to center back. Then you pick up the top of the cuff and knit up to the center of the crown. Then you pick up the bottom and knit down for the edging. Every which way!
Knitting the Cuff
With straight needles, cast on 25 stitches.
Row 1: K2, P1, K1, (P2, K4, P2, K1) twice, P1, K2.
Row 2: (K1, P1) twice, (K2, P4, K2, P1) twice, K1, P1, K1.
Row 3: K2, P1, K1, (P2, C4F, P2, K1) twice, P1, K2.
Row 4: Repeat Row 2.
Repeat Rows 1–4 until piece measures 20", ending with Row 4.
Bind off in pattern.
Beginning the Top
With straight needles and right side of cuff facing you, pick up and knit 74 stitches along one side of cuff edge.
Row 1 (wrong side): P9, (K1, P8) seven times, K1, P1.
Row 2: K1, (P1, K8) eight times, K1.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for 1.5", ending with Row 2.
Shaping the Top
Row 1: P1, (P6, P2tog, K1) eight times, P1. You now have 66 stitches.
Row 2 and all even-numbered rows: Knit the knits and purl the purls (see Glossary, page 230).
Row 3: P1, (P5, P2tog, K1) eight times, P1. You now have 58 stitches.
Row 5: P1, (P4, P2tog, K1) eight times, P1. You now have 50 stitches.
Continue in this manner, decreasing 8 stitches every other row, until 26 stitches remain.
Next Row: P1, (P2tog, K1) eight times, P1.
Break yarn, leaving a 12" tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle and draw through remaining 18 stitches. Pull up snug and fasten off on the inside.
Sew back seam.
Knitting the Edging
With circular needle and right side facing you, pick up and knit 70 stitches along bottom edge. Knit 4–8 rounds, making sure you leave enough yarn to bind off. Bind off loosely and let edge roll up.
Finishing
Weave in ends.
One-Skein-Wonder Baby Sweater
This cozy baby cardigan will knit up fast in bulky yarn on size 10.5 needles. And the best part is that there is little finishing to be done. The only pieces to join are the shoulder seams. And you don't even have to make buttonholes — the stitches are large enough to accommodate the buttons!
Getting Started
With straight needles, cast on 72 stitches. Knit 2 rows.
Keeping 2 stitches at each end of needle in garter stitch, change to stockinette stitch and work until piece measures 5.5" from beginning, ending with a wrong-side row.
Dividing for Front and Back
Knit 19 and place on holder, knit 34, knit 19 and place on holder. Working 34 back stitches only, knit in stockinette stitch until piece measures 11" from beginning. Cut yarn and place stitches on holder.
Knitting the Right Front
With right side facing, place right front stitches onto straight needles. Keeping the two center front stitches in garter, knit in stockinette stitch until piece measures 9.5" from beginning, ending with a wrong-side row.
Bind off 7 stitches at beginning of next row, knit to end.
Purl 1 row. Bind off 3 stitches at beginning of next row, knit to end.
Purl 1 row.
Work even until piece measures 11" from beginning. Cut yarn and place stitches on holder.
Knitting the Left Front
With right-side facing, place left front stitches onto straight needles. Keeping the 2 center front stitches in garter, knit in stockinette stitch until piece measures 9.5" from beginning, ending with a right-side row.
Bind off 7 stitches at beginning of next row, purl to end.
Knit 1 row.
Bind off 3 stitches at beginning of next row, purl to end.
Knit 1 row.
Work even until piece measures 11" from beginning.
Joining the Shoulders
With right sides together, join 9 front and back shoulder stitches on both sides using the three-needle bind-off (see Glossary, page 235). Leave remaining back neck stitches on holder.
Knitting the Sleeves (make 2)
With double-point needles, pick up 34 stitches around sleeve opening and distribute evenly on three needles with first picked-up stitch at beginning of Needle 1 and last picked-up stitch at end of Needle 3.
Knit 5 rows.
Decrease 1 stitch at beginning and end of next row, then every 4 rows four times, then every 2 rows once. You now have 22 stitches.
Work even until sleeve measures 6.5" from beginning.
Purl 1 row, knit 1 row.
Bind off in purl.
Knitting the Collar
With straight needles and right side facing, skip 3 stitches, pick up 9 stitches along right-front neck edge, knit the 16 remaining back neck stitches from holder, pick up 9 stitches along left-front neck edge to within 3 stitches of center front. Work in garter stitch until collar measures 3". Bind off.
Finishing
Weave in ends. Block. Sew on buttons.
Doll Shawl
The small shawl is the same pattern as the Seafoam Shawl on page 59. It is quick and easy and an excellent project for a child to make for her doll. One skein yields two Aran sweaters and one shawl for an 18" doll.
Knitting the Shawl
Cast on 2 stitches, leaving a tail of approximately 2 inches.
Row 1: K1, yo, K1.
Row 2 and all even rows: Knit.
Row 3: K1, yo, knit to last stitch, yo, K1.
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until shawl measures 8", leaving enough yarn for 2 more rows plus bind-off.
Next Row: Kfb, *yo, K2tog; repeat from* to last 2 stitches, yo, Kfb, K1.
Knit 1 row and bind off.
Finishing
Weave in ends. Sew button on left front and use a yarnover space as a buttonhole.
Flap Hat
Here's a quick-to-knit version of a classic hat. Sure to keep you warm in even the coldest temperatures, the earflaps are at once practical and fun.
Knitting the Band
With circular needle, cast on 42 stitches. Join into a round, being careful not to twist stitches.
Work K1, P1 rib for 1.5".
Knitting the Hat
Knit 1 round, increasing 2 stitches evenly spaced. You now have 44 stitches.
Work stockinette stitch (knit every round) until hat measures 5.25" from beginning.
Decreasing for the Crown
Decrease Round 1: K2, *K4, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 37 stitches.
Knit 1 round.
Decrease Round 2: K2, *K3, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 30 stitches.
Knit 1 round.
Decrease Round 3: K2, *K2, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 23 stitches.
Knit 1 round.
Decrease Round 4: K2, *K1, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 16 stitches.
Knit 1 round.
Last Decrease Round: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 8 stitches.
Cut yarn, leaving a 10" tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle, draw through remaining 8 stitches. Pull up snug and fasten off on the inside.
Knitting the Earflaps
With double-point needles, pick up and knit 9 stitches along cast-on edge.
Knit 4 rows.
Decrease Row: K2tog, K5, K2tog. You now have 7 stitches.
Knit 1 row.
Repeat these 2 rows until 3 stitches remain.
Work 3-stitch I-cord (see Glossary, page 229) to desired length.
Bind off.
Fold hat in half and pick up 9 stitches exactly opposite this earflap and work second earflap as above.
Finishing
Weave in ends.
Super Yak Scarf
This pattern uses a unique stitch: Make 7, which means you make seven stitches out of one. This not only creates the necessary stitches for the pattern, but it also produces a lovely eyelet at its base. It's not just the yarn that will have your friends "yakking" about this scarf!
Knitting the First Ruffle
Cast on 51 stitches.
Rows 1, 3, 5, 6, and 7 (wrong side): Knit.
Row 2: *K1, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 34 stitches.
Row 4: K2, *K2tog; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, K2. You now have 19 stitches.
Knitting the Body
Row 1 (RS): K3, P4, P2tog, Make 7, P2tog, P4, K3. You now have 23 stitches.
Continue by following the chart below, beginning with Row 2.
Work Rows 1–10 of chart 16 times total.
Next Row (WS): K3, P4, P2tog, P1, P2tog, P4, K3. You now have 17 stitches.
Working the Second Ruffle
Knit 3 rows.
Next Row: *Kfb; repeat from *. You now have 34 stitches.
Knit 1 row.
Next Row: *K1, Kfb; repeat from *. You now have 51 stitches.
Knit 1 row.
Bind off.
Finishing
Weave in ends. Block if desired.
Felted Accessory Bag
Use this attractive little bag to pack your jewelry when traveling, to hold together your scissors and other accessories in your knitting bag, or for any number of other things for which small organizers come in handy. Consider the bulkier bag for larger items.
Knitting the Bag
With circular needle, cast on 50 stitches. Knit one row and join into a round, being careful not to twist stitches.
Knit 30 rows. Bind off.
Sew bottom edges together.
Felting the Bag
Set the washer for the lowest water level, longest washing cycle, and hottest temperature. Add a small amount of detergent. Place bag in a zippered pillowcase and close. Place in washer with a pair of jeans or heavy towel to balance the load. Run machine on wash cycle only, checking felting status every 5 minutes. If necessary, reset the machine to wash cycle and agitate again. When desired effect is reached, run bag through cold rinse cycle to remove detergent, then through a spin cycle to remove excess water.
Fill the damp bag with towels to shape and allow to dry.
Making the Closure
With double-point needles, cast on 4 stitches.
Work 4-stitch I cord (see Glossary, page 229) for desired length (5–7"). Bind off.
Sew both ends of the strap to the center top of one edge of the felted bag. Attach button where end of loop meets front of bag.
Optional Bulkier Bag
Follow the same instructions as above with bulkier yarn for a slightly larger, thicker bag.
Fringed Scarf
The Thick 'n Thin yarn used for this scarf feels like the best of two worlds: It has the texture and fun of popular novelty yarn and the earthy feel of homespun wool.
Getting Started
For the fringe, measure and cut 100 pieces of yarn 12" long and set aside.
Knitting the Scarf
Cast on 12 stitches.
Row 1: *K2, P2; repeat from *.
Repeat Row 1 until you have enough left to bind off. Bind off.
Finishing
Block by pressing with a damp cloth.
Tie 6 pairs of fringe yarn on each end.
Tie remaining fringe by folding in half and tying through knit stitches on the front of the scarf in a staggered pattern.
Scalloped-Edge Hat
This cute hat has a garter-stitch border and an oh-so-cute and feminine scalloped edge. Inspiration for the I-cord scallop is from Knitting Over the Edge, by Nicky Epstein (Sixth and Spring Books, 2005). Knitted with Cashmerino Super Chunky, it is soft and warm. And oh so fast to knit!
Knitting the Scallops
Knit 3-stitch I-Cord for 90 (108) rows (see Glossary, page 229).
K3tog onto circular needle.
*Cast on 4 stitches, skip 8 rows I-cord and pick up and knit into next I-cord stitch; repeat from *. You now have 51 (61) stitches.
Place marker at beginning of round.
Knitting the Border
Work circular garter stitch (knit 1 round, purl 1 round) for 3 rounds.
Knitting the Hat
Knit 15 (19) rounds.
Round 16 (20): Knit to last 2 stitches, K2tog. You now have 50 (60) stitches.
Shaping the Crown
Round 1: *K8 (10), K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 45 (55) stitches.
Round 2: *K7 (9), K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 40 (50) stitches.
Round 3: *K6 (8), K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 35 (45) stitches.
Round 4: *K5 (7), K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 30 (40) stitches.
Round 5: *K4 (6), K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 25 (35) stitches.
Change to double-point needles.
Round 6: *K3 (5), K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 20 (30) stitches.
Round 7: *K2 (4), K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 15 (25) stitches.
Round 8: *K1 (3), K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 10 (20) stitches.
For Women's Size Only
Round 9: *K2, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 15 stitches.
Round 10: *K1, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 10 stitches.
Cut yarn, leaving a 4" tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle and thread through remaining 10 stitches. Fasten off on the inside.
Finishing
Weave in ends. Block lightly to shape scallops.
Crocheted Curly Hat
This cute little cap is meant to be unisex, with an optional picot edge for girls. It crochets up so quickly, you'll want to try it in different colors for every baby you know.
Crocheting the Crown
Row 1: Ch 2, 6 sc in first chain, join last sc to first with slip stitch.
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in every sc of previous row, join last sc to first with slip stitch. You now have 12 stitches.
Making the Curls
Row 3: Ch 1, *3 sc; sc in next sc and chain 12; working back toward base, 3 sc in second chain from hook and in remaining chains to base row. Repeat from * two more times. Join last sc to first with slip stitch. You now have three curls.
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in every stitch and 1 sc in back of curls; join last sc to first with slip stitch. You now have 12 stitches.
Row 5: Ch 1, 2 sc in every stitch; join last sc to first with slip stitch. You now have 24 stitches.
Row 6: Ch 1, sc in every stitch; join last sc to first with slip stitch.
Row 7: Ch 1, *1 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat from *; join last sc to first with slip stitch. You now have 36 stitches.
Row 8: Repeat Row 6.
Row 9: Ch 1, *2 sc, 2 sc in next stitch; repeat from *; join last sc to first with slip stitch. You now have 48 stitches.
Rows 10–12: Repeat Row 6.
Rows 13 and 15: Ch 1, *sc in next 4 stitches, sc dec; repeat from *; join last sc to first with slip stitch.
Rows 14, 16, and 17: Repeat Row 6.
Row 18 (optional picot edge): Ch 1, *3 sc in next stitch, sl st in next stitch; repeat from *.
Finishing
Weave in ends.
Quick & Classy Cabled Clutch
The inspiration for this clutch came from one that we saw in InStyle magazine. We have seen our customers get very creative with their embellishments, and they find this project fun and fashionable!
Getting Started
Cast on 39 stitches.
Knitting the First Cables
Rows 1 and 5: P3, K12, P3, K3, P3, K12, P3.
Rows 2, 4, 6, and 8: K3, P12, K3, P3, K3, P12, K3.
Row 3: P3, C4f, K4, P3, K3, P3, C4f, K4, P3.
Row 7: P3, K4, C4b, P3, K3, P3, K4, C4b, P3.
Repeat Rows 1–8 once.
You have finished 2 cable repeats.
Knitting Increase Rows
Row 1: P1, M1, P2, K12, P3, K3, P3, K12, P2, M1, P1. You now have 41 stitches.
Row 2: K2, M1, K2, P12, K3, P3, K3, P12, K2, M1, K2. You now have 43 stitches.
Row 3: P5, C4f, K4, P3, K3, P3, C4f, K4, P5.
Row 4: K5, P12, K3, P3, K3, P12, K5.
Row 5: P5, K12, P3, K3, P3, K12, P5.
Row 6: Repeat Row 4.
Row 7: P5, K4, C4b, P3, K3, P3, K4, C4b, P5.
Row 8: K2, M1, K3, P12, K3, P3, K3, P12, K3, M1, K2. You now have 45 stitches.
You have finished 3 cable repeats.
Knitting Next Cables
Rows 1 and 5: P6, K12, P3, K3, P3, K12, P6.
Rows 2, 4, 6, and 8: K6, P12, K3, P3, K3, P12, K6.
Row 3: P6, C4f, K4, P3, K3, P3, C4f, K4, P6.
Row 7: P6, K4, C4b, P3, K3, P3, K4, C4b, P6.
Repeat Rows 1–8 once.
You have finished 5 cable repeats.
Knitting Decrease Rows
Row 1: P1, P2tog, P3, K12, P3, K3, P3, K12, P3, P2tog, P1. You now have 43 stitches.
Row 2: K3, K2tog, P12, K3, P3, K3, P12, K2tog, K3. You now have 41 stitches.
Row 3: P4, C4f, K4, P3, K3, P3, C4f, K4, P4.
Row 4: K4, P12, K3, P3, K3, P12, K4.
Row 5: P4, K12, P3, K3, P3, K12, P4.
Row 6: Repeat Row 4.
Row 7: P4, K4, C4b, P3, K3, P3, K4, C4b, P4.
Row 8: K2, K2tog, P12, K3, P3, K3, P12, K2tog, K2. You now have 39 stitches.
You have completed 6 cable repeats.
(Continues…)
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Table of Contents
Introduction: Have a Ball!
In the Thick of It: Bulky-Weight Yarns
One-Car-Ride Coaster Set
Shepherd Bulky Rainbow Hat
One-Skein-Wonder Baby Sweater
Doll Shawl
Flap Hat
Super Yak Scarf
Felted Accessory Bag
Fringed Scarf
Scalloped-Edge Hat
Crocheted Curly Hat
Quick & Classy Cabled Clutch
Cashmere Ski Headband
Quick Felted Bag
Filippi Scarf
Squashy Bag
Cozy House Socks
Short & Sassy Shawl
Bulky Collar
Knitted Cap with Pigtails
Felted Gift Bag
Stirling Cloche
Heavyweight Champs: Heavy Worsted Yarns
The Twisted Knee-High Sock
Cabled Headband
Lotus Purse
The Diotima Shell
Half-and-Half, Please: Worsted-Mohair Yarns
Wine Gift Bag
Gossamer Shell Scarf
Razor Shell Lace Scarf
Shrug This
Seafoam Shawl
For Better or Worsted: Worsted-Weight Yarns
Eyelet Baby Hat
Megan's Braids
Swift Cell Phone Carrier
One-Skein Scarf
Monica's Flowers
Smiley Scarf
Striped and Scalloped Cap
Aran Tam
Be-Ribboned Bonnet
Twisted Spiral Neckscarf
Poncho Viva
Crocheted Bag
Wavy Hat
Ice Scraper Mitt
Spa Set
This 'n' That Hat
Jamaica Pouch
Fingerless Mittens
Baby Gnome Hat
Scrunchie Hat
Gallery of Projects: Picture This
Beaded Diamond Bag
Kirsten's Flapper Hat
Coffee Mitt
Ela's Favorite Hat
Tea Cozy
Little Ruff
Ribbed Cap
Bamboo Baby
Easy Mittens
Be-Ribboned Booties
Twirly-Top Toque
Hiker Socks
Sofia Cowl
One-Skein Felted Purse with One-Skein Flower
Felted Evening Bag with Ribbon Embroidery
Basic Tam with Flowers
Mel's Funky 3-Way Hat
Muff or "Smitten"
Super Simple Triangle Shawl
Primitive Bag
Beaded Napkin Rings
Flower Pin
The Wave Hand Warmers
Have a Ball: Sport-Weight Yarns
Salmon Scarf
Purple Linen Pillow
Yorkshire Tweed Beret
Four-in-One Gaiter
Skinny Dipping: Fingering-Weight Yarns
Adult and Child Socks
Curly Curtain Tiebacks
Sequin Barrette
Handpaint Highlights Socks
Heart Pin
Fabulous Filigree Scarf
"Orphan" Sweater and Socks
Red Hot Necklace
Sachet
Floral Mesh Shawl
Lace Bookmark
Variety Is the Spice of Life: Novelty Yarns
Knitted Coasters with Charms
Eros Extreme Belt
Golden Fantasy
Honey Tangerine Scarf
Sheri's Button Bag
Jan's Sensational Scarf
Catch-all Bowl
Pandora Scarf
Topless Hat and Fingerless Mittens
Sheri's Crystal FX Evening Bag
Victorian Collar
Pink Aura Scarf
Infinity Barrette
Contributors
Glossary
Index