{"title":"Projects","description":"\u003ch4\u003eWe share our store projects for your inspiration! For all of our projects see our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBLOG\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eor sign up for our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.us3.list-manage.com\/subscribe?u=e0ba3f1e9f4bd0fb42c315a1b\u0026amp;id=e062841a15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eemail newsletter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/h4\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"crochet-grocery-bag-pattern-free","title":"Crochet Grocery Bag Pattern FREE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/files\/Knitomatic_Crochet_Grocery_Bag_ed_Dec_22_2015.pdf?14944344566442517465\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/files\/Icon_Download_shopify_files_100pxl_large.png?v=1508812262\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWe designed this bag for utilitarian purposes with myself, my friends \u0026amp; family in mind. It is a sturdy, medium-sized mesh bag that will be large enough to replace a regular size plastic bag from the grocery store. It comes out looking small but it holds a mighty load. It is designed to be just the right size to hold heavy groceries (like 4 heavy cans) without hitting the ground or falling out. They are also just the right size to avoid overloading and making the bag uncomfortably heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a large shoulder bag sized tote. If you want it to be bigger for an all-day shop or to hold really big leafy plants see the pattern prologue for alteration suggestions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarn Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-ultra-pima\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Ultra Pima\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 skein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/kelbourne-woolens-mojave?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=f68bb9fc7\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eKelbourne Mojave\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 skein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-sparrow?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=fd68329e8\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Sparrow\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 skein (use a 3.75mm or 3.5mm hook)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Materials Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/clover-amour-crochet-hooks\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4mm crochet hook\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSee projects on \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/crochet-grocery-bag\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRavelry\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knitomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":672851353,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/crochet_bag_grocery.jpg?v=1571270090"},{"product_id":"crochet-farmer-s-market-bag-pattern-free","title":"Crochet Farmers Market Bag Pattern FREE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/files\/crochet_market_bag_April_14_2021.pdf?v=1618431818\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/files\/Icon_Download_shopify_files_100pxl.png?v=1508812262\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bag is a simple project, great for novices to crochet.  The white\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esample was made with a 5mm crochet hook, grey was made with a 3.75mm hook. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/clover-amour-crochet-hooks\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3.75mm Crochet Hook\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e420m DK weight cotton yarn (2 skeins\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-ultra-pima\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Ultra Pima\u003c\/a\u003e )\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/notions\/products\/clover-stitch-markers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 split ring stitch marker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSee projects on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/crochet-farmers-market-bag\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRavelry\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Knitomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":681529945,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/crochet_bag_farmers.jpg?v=1571270094"},{"product_id":"beginner-slouchy-hat","title":"Beginner Slouchy Hat PATTERN","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Courier New, monospace\" style=\"font-family: 'Courier New', monospace;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/files\/Knitomatic_Beginner_Slouchy_Hat.pdf?1361699602927631566\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/files\/Icon_Download_shopify_files_100pxl_large.png?v=1508812262\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Open Sans, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTo fit head circumference:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e21(22, 23, 24) inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChild(Small, Medium, Large, XLarge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e1 skein \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/urth-yarns-uneek-worsted\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUrth Uneek Worsted\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, colour 4011 (approx 200m or worsted weight yarn) \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e4mm\/ US6 – 16” circular\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e                                       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e4.5mm\/US7-16” circular needles\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e                \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e4.5mm\/US7 double pointed needles \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e              \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e1 stitch marker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003etapestry or darning needle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Open Sans, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;\"\u003eSee projects on Ravelry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knitomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2437361762313,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Urth_Uneek_Worsted_Hat.jpg?v=1571270181"},{"product_id":"chevron-baby-blanket-project","title":"Chevron Baby Blanket Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/chevron-baby-blanket-3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg data-attachment-id=\"24176\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/urth-uneek-worsted-chevron-baby-blanket-4\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.files.wordpress.com\/2019\/03\/urth-uneek-worsted-chevron-baby-blanket-4.jpg?w=625\" data-orig-size=\"640,934\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta='{\"aperture\":\"5\",\"credit\":\"\",\"camera\":\"Canon EOS Rebel T6\",\"caption\":\"\",\"created_timestamp\":\"1552655012\",\"copyright\":\"\",\"focal_length\":\"41\",\"iso\":\"800\",\"shutter_speed\":\"0.016666666666667\",\"title\":\"\",\"orientation\":\"1\"}' data-image-title=\"urth-uneek-worsted-chevron-baby-blanket-4\" data-image-description=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.files.wordpress.com\/2019\/03\/urth-uneek-worsted-chevron-baby-blanket-4.jpg?w=625?w=206\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.files.wordpress.com\/2019\/03\/urth-uneek-worsted-chevron-baby-blanket-4.jpg?w=625?w=625\" src=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.files.wordpress.com\/2019\/03\/urth-uneek-worsted-chevron-baby-blanket-4.jpg?w=625\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24176\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.files.wordpress.com\/2019\/03\/urth-uneek-worsted-chevron-baby-blanket-4.jpg?w=625 625w, https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.files.wordpress.com\/2019\/03\/urth-uneek-worsted-chevron-baby-blanket-4.jpg?w=103 103w, https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.files.wordpress.com\/2019\/03\/urth-uneek-worsted-chevron-baby-blanket-4.jpg?w=206 206w, https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.files.wordpress.com\/2019\/03\/urth-uneek-worsted-chevron-baby-blanket-4.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 625px) 100vw, 625px\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChevron Baby Blanket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Chevron Baby Blanket (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/chevron-baby-blanket-3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevron Baby Blanket\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/urth-yarns-uneek-worsted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUrth Uneek Worsted\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eand it’s just a beautiful as I thought it would be. Our blanket turned out a bit smaller than expected, but we only used 2 skeins of yarn. We've done the math and adjusted the number for larger sizes for you, including suggestions for the yarn required.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/urth-yarns-uneek-worsted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUrth Uneek Worsted\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a really special yarn – it’s a gorgeous, hand-painted, self-striping, machine washable super-soft merino wool, and their colourways absolutely GLOW with life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pattern is straightforward (and free), and the yarn is soft and stunning, so I don’t think you can go wrong with this project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are looking for a similar look but can’t handle the price-tag, try using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-comfort-print\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Comfort Print\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s soft, machine washable, self-striping, costs a third of the price, and the yardage is the same as the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/urth-yarns-uneek-worsted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUrth Uneek Worsted\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you go with this option be sure to choose the colours that are labelled ‘stripes’ – it also comes in variegated colours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI highly suggest you use stitch markers to demark the pattern repeats, it will make so much easier and hep you keep track of where you are in the row.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI also suggest putting in a\u003ca aria-label=\"Berroco Comfort Stripes (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ae7pobnLKGQ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elife-line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eevery now and again, just in case you make a mistake and have to rip a few rows back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe blocked out blanket using the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Knitter's Pride Knit Blockers (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/blocking\/products\/knitters-pride-knit-blockers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitter’s Pride Knit Blockers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand I AM IN LOVE with them! They made blocking a million times easier and faster!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs noted above, our project came out small, so I’ve laid-out the numbers for larger sizes. I also thought it would make a gorgeous and easy wrap, so I included the numbers for that, as well as for a larger throw blanket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur blanket came out 24”(61cm) wide by 28.5″(72cm) long after blocking. The pattern is written for one size, but based on our tension I’ve drafted some suggestions for larger sizes, a wrap and a throw blanket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby Blanket – 24”(61cm) wide by 28.5″(72cm) long: cast on 121 sts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby Blanket – 28.5”(72cm) wide x 34”(86cm) long: cast on 145 sts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby Blanket – 33”(84cm) wide x 39”(99cm) long: cast on 169 sts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby Blanket – 37.5”(95cm) wide x 45”(114cm) long: cast on 193 sts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrap\/Shawl – 19.5”(49.5cm) wide x 60”(152cm) long (or longer): cast on 97 sts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrow Blanket – 51″(129cm) wide x 60″(152cm) long: cast on 265 sts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca aria-label=\"Urth Uneek Worsted (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/urth-yarns-uneek-worsted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUrth Uneek Worsted\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2(3, 4, 5, 4, 9) skeins (see sizes above, shown in colour 4014) ... or try \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-comfort-print?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=01d2db9ef\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Comfort Print\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label='4.5mm\/US7 - 29\" circular needles (or longer) (opens in a new tab)' href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/Circular\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4.5mm\/US7 – 29″ circular needles (or longer)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Stitch Markers (locking or fixed) (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/notions\/Marker\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStitch Markers (locking or fixed)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Our Ravelry Notes (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/chevron-baby-blanket-3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOur Ravelry Notes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"FREE pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/chevron-baby-blanket-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFREE pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20116180467815,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Urth_Uneek_Worsted_Chevron_Baby_Blanket_SQUARE_4.jpg?v=1571270189"},{"product_id":"brushed-alpaca-nuvem-wrap-project","title":"Brushed Alpaca Nuvem Wrap Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe finished a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/category\/nuvem\/\"\u003ethird Nuvem\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand it was a total win! It’s light and airy as a cloud and cozy as hell. It’ll be an awesome spring\/fall wrap, I just want to cocoon in it. I used\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-brushed-alpaca-silk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Brushed Alpaca and Silk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand 4.5mm\/US7 needles, so it also didn’t take a super long time (I took about a month, but I totally dawdled because I wasn’t into any tv shows or audiobooks). Anyway, everyone who picks it up says they feel compelled to make one – especially after I tell them the yarn only cost $36 (total).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern isn’t very complicated, but it does involve a cast-on that some may not be familiar with:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Judy's Magic Cast-on (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=judy%27s+magic+cast+on\u0026amp;rlz=1C5CHFA_enCA814CA814\u0026amp;oq=judy%27s+magic+cast+o\u0026amp;aqs=chrome.0.0j69i57j0l4.4821j0j1\u0026amp;sourceid=chrome\u0026amp;ie=UTF-8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJudy’s Magic Cast-on\u003c\/a\u003e. It’s isn’t hard, and I don’t think you should let it stop you from making this project.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Judy's Magic Cast-on (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=judy%27s+magic+cast+on\u0026amp;rlz=1C5CHFA_enCA814CA814\u0026amp;oq=judy%27s+magic+cast+o\u0026amp;aqs=chrome.0.0j69i57j0l4.4821j0j1\u0026amp;sourceid=chrome\u0026amp;ie=UTF-8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJudy’s Magic Cast-on\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a very popular technique for making toe-up socks, and there are tons of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Judy's Magic Cast-on (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=judy%27s+magic+cast+on\u0026amp;rlz=1C5CHFA_enCA814CA814\u0026amp;oq=judy%27s+magic+cast+o\u0026amp;aqs=chrome.0.0j69i57j0l4.4821j0j1\u0026amp;sourceid=chrome\u0026amp;ie=UTF-8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evideos and tutorials\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor it online, so if you have a hard time with one just skip to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNuvem Needle Hacks\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe last time I made a Nuvem I came up with an easy\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Knit Hack (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/2017\/09\/13\/knit-hack-nuvem-needles\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnit Hack\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto help keep track of my needles on this project!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis pattern is worked on two identical circular needles, which can get unwieldy. After I had been working for a while and my Nuvem had grown sufficiently I found that I was able to transfer all of my stitches to a single 60″ circular needle. My preferred type of needles for this project are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"interchangeables (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/Interchangeable\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einterchangeables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(I have a set of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Addis (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/addi-interchnageable\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAddis\u003c\/a\u003e, but\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Knitter's Pride (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/knitters-pride-interchangeable\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitter’s Pride\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare also a great option, their extra cords and tips are affordable), because if I’m going to buy two identical needles of the same size, they might as well be interchangeable tips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI always wonder why shawls and wraps don’t come in sizes – people comes in different shapes and sizes, and a person with larger shoulders, back and\/or bust will need a larger garment, right? Luckily, this pattern is extremely flexible, so it’s very easy to make this wrap smaller or larger. I cast on 143 stitches, which measured 37”\/94cm in length after blocking (the end sections each measure about 17″\/42cm). I feel like my wrap would fit up to a size large, but if I was an XL or larger I’d make it longer. If you want yours longer you can cast on more stitches (based on my tension, that’s about 3.85 stitches per inch, so if you wanted your wrap to be 4″\/10cm longer I’d cast on an extra 15 stitches). If you want it wider you just have to knit extra rounds (or block it width-wise – I blocked mine length-wise).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth (after blocking length-wise): 23”\/58cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength (after blocking length-wise): 71”\/180cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 150g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can get an idea about the finished size in the picture below. The mannequin is a size 6 and on the small size at that (no booty whatsoever), so I’d say that this is what it would look like on a small person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-brushed-alpaca-silk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e6 skeins of Drops Brushed Alpaca and Silk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/copy-of-knitters-pride-interchangeable-circular-needle-tips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e2 pairs of 4.5mm\/US7 - 32\" (or longer) circular needles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 stitch markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/nuvem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20830918705255,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/drops_brushed_alapca_silk_nuvem_2_square_insta.jpg?v=1571270189"},{"product_id":"reflections-fair-isle-hat-project","title":"Reflections Fair Isle Hat Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI was looking for a nice little intro level fair-isle pattern and came across this little beanie. Using 2 colours keeps things simple, and the pattern is straightforward and doesn’t require carrying many long floats in the back, so it’s easier to learn how to keep your tension consistent. Plus it’s pretty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe used about 51g of the Main Colour (blue) for size large (23″ circumference head) and it fits like a beanie, so if you want to make your hat larger or taller I recommend getting a second ball. We only used half of the white, so you’re probably good there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarn Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe no longer carry the yarn we originally used, Cascade 220 Superwash Sport\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 skein in each colour (904 colonial blue and 817 aran).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can use 1 skein in each of any of the following yarns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/fibre-company-acadia\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFibre Co Acadia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/fibre-co-road-to-china-light\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFibre Co Road to China Light\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-remix-light\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Remix Light\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(wool-free)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-vintage-dk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage DK\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (machine washable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/copy-of-berroco-vintage-dk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Baby\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e  (machine washable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/bc-garn-bio-balance\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/bc-garn-bio-balance\"\u003eBC Garn Bio Balance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOther Materials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/clover-takumi-circular-knitting-needles-16-40cm?variant=788980805\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3mm\/US2.75mm – 16″ circular needles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/clover-takumi-circular-knitting-needles-16-40cm?variant=788980821\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3.5mm\/US4 – 16″ circular needles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/clover-takumi-double-pointed-knitting-needles?variant=29443809097\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3.5mm\/US4 double pointed needles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/reflections-dk-version\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20116544421991,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Cascade_220_Superwash_Sport_Reflections_Hat_SQUARE.png?v=1571270189"},{"product_id":"easy-garter-scarfy-wrap-project","title":"Easy Gradient Garter Scarfy-Wrap Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis project is the brainchild of my friend Jo, and I’m very grateful that she came up with this simple solution because it’s GREAT! This wrap drapes like a big scarf, but is also equally wearable as a wrap. The pattern is almost totally brainless; it’s a great second or third project for a beginner knitter, but it also works equally well for more experienced knitters hanging out on the patio with a beer or a cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s designed with the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/handmaiden-casbah-5ply-gradient-wrap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHandmaiden Casbah 5ply Gradient Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(which we are constantly restocking), but you can use any DK or Sport weight yarn (or if you want to play around with the base math you can use other weights of yarn). You can make it as a gradient colourway, like ours, or use a single variegated, solid, semi-solid, ombre, or even self-striping yarn – it’s such a simple shape that just about anything goes, it’s totally flex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an aside, we are always restocking the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/handmaiden-casbah-5ply-gradient-wrap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHandmaiden Casbah 5ply Gradient Kits\u003c\/a\u003e, but they are all one of a kind and individually dyed, so no two will be exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank You Jo!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14.5″\/37cm wide x 76″\/190cm long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/handmaiden-casbah-5ply-gradient-wrap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmaiden Casbah 5ply Gradient Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eor 400m of DK weight yarn (about 80m in each of 5 colours)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4mm\/US6 -36″circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8mm\/US11 needle (for bind-off)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edarning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/easy-garter-scarfy-wrap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20116592853095,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/handmaiden_gradient_easy_scarfy_wrap_back_square_a5f1f73f-1149-400c-98fd-a0ecf9f5d9c9.png?v=1571270190"},{"product_id":"easy-multi-coloured-garter-scarfy-wrap-project","title":"Easy Multi-Coloured Garter Scarfy-Wrap Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe just finished making our FREE \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Easy Garter Scarfy Wrap (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/2018\/05\/07\/freebie-easy-garter-scarfy-wrap\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Garter Scarfy Wrap\u003c\/a\u003e with one of the new multi-coloured \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Handmaiden Casbah 5ply Gradient Wrap Kits (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/handmaiden-casbah-5ply-gradient-wrap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHandmaiden Casbah 5ply Gradient Wrap Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – I knew it would come out beautifully! Handmaiden always comes up with interesting colour combinations that I wouldn’t normally think of, and the pop of colour is just what’s needed on dreary winter days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll of the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/handmaiden-casbah-5ply-gradient-wrap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHandmaiden Casbah 5ply Gradient Wrap Kits \u003c\/a\u003eare one-of-a-kind so no two colourways will be the same. The \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/easy-garter-scarfy-wrap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epattern\u003c\/a\u003e is free, VERY beginner friendly, and mostly mindless. I used \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"THIS TUTORIAL (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/weaving-in-your-ends\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTHIS TUTORIAL\u003c\/a\u003e for weaving in the ends on garter stitch – it is super helpful. This project didn’t require many notes, but you can find it on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/easy-garter-scarfy-wrap-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Ravelry (opens in a new tab)\"\u003eRavelry\u003c\/a\u003e anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/handmaiden-casbah-5ply-gradient-wrap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHandmaiden Casbah 5ply Gradient Wrap Kits\u003c\/a\u003e: 1 kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4mm\/US6 – 36″ circular needles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003etapestry or darning needle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/easy-garter-scarfy-wrap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20116718846055,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Handmaiden_Gradient_Mix_Kit_sample_7BSQUARE_eed406c2-0d54-4659-ab3b-2f5fa24a57b8.jpg?v=1571270190"},{"product_id":"carbeth-cardigan-project","title":"Carbeth Cardigan Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our new Carbeth Cardigan – it’s definitely a win! It was relatively quick, and I only used two skeins of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Check out my new Carbeth Cardigan! I just finished blocking it, and it's definitely a win. It was relatively quick, and I only used two skeins of Cascade Eco Peruvian Tones, which makes if  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-peruvian-tones\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCascade Eco Peruvian Tones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, so the price tag isn’t precious. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fit is great! I made the second size and it fits true to a size small (sometimes with sweaters with a lot of ease through the body it’s hard to tell which size will fit. I wasn’t sure the decorative detail in the shoulder would make me happy (diagonal lines in that area don’t always flatter petite shoulders) but I was very happy and surprised to find that they made my tiny shoulders look great! It’s hard to see on the mannequin because it has even less shoulder than I do, but the lines are very elegant. I think the sweater will look great with a high waisted pant like a trouser cut (unfortunately, another garment my mannequin doesn’t wear well). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHappy Accidents\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small note about the colour of my yarn – it is not supposed to stripe or knit in blocks of colour. There seems to have been a problem with the dye lot I used, which was actually from last year’s stock. It looks like the dye was more saturated in part of the skein. After I figured out what was happening I decided to go with it – I wasn’t in the mood to rip it all back, so I figured I’d take a leap of faith, thinking it might look interesting or add something aesthetically. I think it did. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCheck Your Gauge\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI swatched A LOT to make sure my tension was accurate. My tension may not be what yours is, so PLEASE swatch and measure your gauge before casting on!  The needles I used may not be the right size for you. The pattern called for 6.5mm\/US10.5 needles, but I ended up going down to a 5.5mm\/US9 to get the right tension. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo measure your gauge, you want to knit a square approximately 6 inches x 6 inches in the stitch that the pattern suggests (if they say their tension is in stocking stitch, then do that). Wash your swatch in cold water with a delicate wash like\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label='Another note on the tension: I swatched A LOT to make sure my tension was accurate. My tension may not be what yours is, so PLEASE swatch and measure your gauge before casting on!  To measure your gauge, you want to knit a square approximately 6\" x 6\" in the stitch pattern that they suggest in the pattern (if they say their tension is in stocking stitch, then do that). Wash your swatch in cold water with a delicate wash like Eucalan or Soak, and lay it flat to dry.  (opens in a new tab)' href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/soap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEucalan or Soak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and lay it flat to dry. Then, on a hard surface with a ruler, measure the number of stitches and rows inside 4 inches\/10 cm in the centre of the piece. DO NOT cast on the number of stitches that are stated in the pattern gauge, this will make a swatch that is too small to measure your tension accurately. How many stitches should you cast on for a swatch? Take the number of stitches in the pattern’s recommended tension (ex. 14 sts = 4″\/10cm) and multiply it by 1.5 … so if the tension is 14 stitches you should cast on about 21 stitches.  Also, always swatch with the same needles you are going to knit with – people’s tension can change with their comfort level with different types of needles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-peruvian-tones\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco Peruvian Tones\u003c\/a\u003e or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Cascade Eco Peruvian Tones or Cascade Eco:  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco\u003c\/a\u003e: 2 skeins (we used\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/cascade-eco\/products\/cascade-eco-peruvian-tones?variant=45809956617\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label='Cascade Eco Peruvian Tones or Cascade Eco: 2 skeins (we used Cascade Eco Peruvian Tones colour 06 Ebony)\u20285.5mm\/US9 -29\" circular needles (or size for gauge)\u20285.5mm\/US9 double pointed needles (or size for gauge)\u20284.5mm\/US7 -29\" circular needles (or size for gauge)\u20284.5mm\/US7 double pointed needles (or size for gauge)\u2028tapestry or darning needle\u2028Pattern Download (opens in a new tab)'\u003eCascade Eco Peruvian Tones colour 06 Ebony\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5mm\/US9 -29″ circular needles (or size for gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5mm\/US9 double pointed needles (or size for gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5mm\/US7 -29″ circular needles (or size for gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5mm\/US7 double pointed needles (or size for gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry or darning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label='Cascade Eco Peruvian Tones or Cascade Eco: 2 skeins\u20285.5mm\/US9 -29\" circular needles (or size for gauge)\u20285.5mm\/US9 double pointed needles (or size for gauge)\u20284.5mm\/US7 -29\" circular needles (or size for gauge)\u20284.5mm\/US7 double pointed needles (or size for gauge)\u2028tapestry or darning needle\u2028Pattern Download (opens in a new tab)' href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/carbeth-cardigan\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern Download\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eYarn Alternatives\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a more luxe cardie try\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"For a more luxe cardie try Diamond Luxury Collection Baby Alpaca Sport and 7mm needles (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/diamond-luxury-baby-alpaca-sport\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiamond Luxury Collection Baby Alpaca Sport\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eand 7mm\/US10.75 (\u0026amp; 6mm\/US10) needles (alpaca tends to be very stretchy, so consider going down a size in the pattern). If you need a yarn that’s machine washable, try\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"For a more luxe cardie try Diamond Luxury Collection Baby Alpaca Sport and 7mm\/US10.75 needles. Alpaca tends to be very stretchy, so consider going down a size. If you need a yarn that's machine washable, try Berroco Vintage Chunky and 6mm\/US10 needles (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand 6mm\/US10 (\u0026amp; 5mm\/US8) needles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20116934918247,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/CAscade_Eco_Peruvian_Carbeth_1_INSTAGRAM_d9ad958e-35b4-4a0b-ab73-042bf249068b.jpg?v=1571270190"},{"product_id":"granny-slipper-project","title":"Granny Slipper Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA client came in last night who wanted to make some granny slippers, and it occurred to me that I’ve NEVER made a pair, and maybe I should step outside my box and try a pair. I’m happy to report that they were SUPER EASY, beginner friendly (like after scarves), fast, and don’t use a ton of yarn, and are super cosy and warm! I whipped up a pair in one evening, so they’re definitely doable for holiday gifts. They aren’t fancy, but they are definitely cosy, warm, and fast!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI decided I wanted a funkier pair and used one skein of hand dyed \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"A client came in last night who wanted to make some granny slippers, and it occurred to me that I've NEVER made a pair, and maybe I should step outside my box and try a pair. I'm happy to report that they were SUPER EASY, beginner friendly (like after scarves), fast, and don't use a ton of yarn. I decided I wanted a funkier pair, and used one skein of Fleece Artist Back Country (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/fleece-artist-back-country\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFleece Artist Back Country\u003c\/a\u003e, but another great (less pricey) yarn would be\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"A client came in last night who wanted to make some granny slippers, and it occurred to me that I've NEVER made a pair, and maybe I should step outside my box and try a pair. I'm happy to report that they were SUPER EASY, beginner friendly (like after scarves), fast, and don't use a ton of yarn. I decided I wanted a funkier pair, and used one skein of Fleece Artist Back Country, but another great yarn would be Berroco Vintage Chunky. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e. The yarn was lovely (as always), soft and smooth. If you want a pair of fuzzy slippers you could hold together 1 strand of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"A client came in last night who wanted to make some granny slippers, and it occurred to me that I've NEVER made a pair, and maybe I should step outside my box and try a pair. I'm happy to report that they were SUPER EASY, beginner friendly (like after scarves), fast, and don't use a ton of yarn. I decided I wanted a funkier pair, and used one skein of hand dyed Fleece Artist Back Country, but another great (less pricey) yarn would be Berroco Vintage Chunky. The yarn was lovely (as always), soft and smooth. If you wanted a pair of fuzzy slippers you could hold together 1 strand of Cascade 220 Superwash and 1 strand of Drops Brushed Alpaca and Silk. The pattern, Easy Steps by Drops, is a freebie, and was fairly easy to follow. Please read below for our modifications and notes. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/cascade-220-superwash\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade 220 Superwash\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand 1 strand of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"A client came in last night who wanted to make some granny slippers, and it occurred to me that I've NEVER made a pair, and maybe I should step outside my box and try a pair. I'm happy to report that they were SUPER EASY, beginner friendly (like after scarves), fast, and don't use a ton of yarn. I decided I wanted a funkier pair, and used one skein of hand dyed Fleece Artist Back Country, but another great (less pricey) yarn would be Berroco Vintage Chunky. The yarn was lovely (as always), soft and smooth. If you wanted a pair of fuzzy slippers you could hold together 1 strand of Cascade 220 Superwash and 1 strand of Drops Brushed Alpaca and Silk. The pattern, Easy Steps by Drops, is a freebie, and was fairly easy to follow. Please read below for our modifications and notes. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-brushed-alpaca-silk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Brushed Alpaca and Silk\u003c\/a\u003e (1 ball of each should be enough. The pattern, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/156-53-easy-steps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Steps\u003c\/a\u003e by Drops, is a freebie, and was fairly easy to follow. Please read below for our modifications and notes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eModifications \u0026amp; Pattern Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA. I used 5mm\/US8 needles, and it made the tension a bit tighter, 15 sts = 4″ (10cm). My feet are narrow, so this didn’t make a big difference in size, but if you are knitting for wider feet I would add a couple of stitches to the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eB.  The pattern, which was not originally written in english, has one phrase that novices might find confusing. It says “K sts tog 2 by 2”. What they want you to do is K2tog across the row (so knit 2 stitches together, and keep doing this to the end of the row. For beginners, the pattern website also has a \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.garnstudio.com\/pattern.php?id=6683\u0026amp;cid=17\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehow-to video\u003c\/a\u003e on how to knit 2 stitches together. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC. For beginners who do not know how to seam (or for more experienced knitters who may not know how to do this particular seaming prettily), the pattern website offers some handy \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"For newbies who do not know how to seam (or for more experienced knitters who may not know how to do this particular seaming properly), the pattern website offers some how-to videos to get you through the project.  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.garnstudio.com\/pattern.php?id=6683\u0026amp;cid=17\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehow-to videos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto get you through the project. To make a tidy seam at the back of the foot (because it is a cast-on edge) \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"For newbies who do not know how to seam (or for more experienced knitters who may not know how to do this particular seaming properly), the pattern website offers some handy how-to videos to get you through the project. To make a tidy seam at the back of the foot this may be a helpful video. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/seaming-stockinette-stitch-horizontally\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethis may be a helpful video\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/fleece-artist-back-country\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFleece Artist Back Country\u003c\/a\u003e (colour: Masala) or  \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e: 1 skein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Fleece Artist Back Country or  Berroco Vintage Chunky: 1 skein\u20285.5mm\/US9 (or 5mm\/US8 for a tighter tension) needles (straight or circular)\u2028tapestry needle (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/clover-takumi-straight-knitting-needles?variant=29443278985\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5.5mm\/US9\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Fleece Artist Back Country or  Berroco Vintage Chunky: 1 skein\u20285.5mm\/US9 (or 5mm\/US8 for a tighter tension) needles (straight or circular)\u2028tapestry needle (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/clover-takumi-straight-knitting-needles?variant=29443278921\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5mm\/US8\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor a tighter tension) needles (straight or circular)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Fleece Artist Back Country or  Berroco Vintage Chunky: 1 skein\u20285.5mm\/US9 (or 5mm\/US8 for a tighter tension) needles (straight or circular)\u2028tapestry needle (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/notions\/Darning-Needles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etapestry needle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Fleece Artist Back Country or  Berroco Vintage Chunky: 1 skein\u20285.5mm\/US9 (or 5mm\/US8 for a tighter tension) needles (straight or circular)\u2028tapestry needle\u2028FREE Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/156-53-easy-steps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20117097218151,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Fleece_Artist_Back_Country_Slippers_3_INSTAGRAM.jpg?v=1571270190"},{"product_id":"worlds-simplest-mitts-project","title":"World's Simplest Mitts Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made our World's Simplest Mitts in a Bulky weight\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"While Rose was making worsted weight mittens, we were working on something a bit thicker, in a Bulky weight Fleece Artist Back Country. The yarn worked out perfectly, and I kinda love the colours - they're bright and funky and cheery me up on those dreary winter days. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/fleece-artist-back-country\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFleece Artist Back Country\u003c\/a\u003e. The yarn worked out perfectly, and I kinda love the colours – they’re bright and funky and cheer me up on those dreary winter days. If you want an even faster knit mitt, try the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"While Rose was making worsted weight mittens last week, we were working on something a bit thicker, in a Bulky weight Fleece Artist Back Country. The yarn worked out perfectly, and I kinda love the colours - they're bright and funky and cheer me up on those dreary winter days. If you want an even faster knit mitt, try the Burly Mitts we made a few years ago with Fleece Artist Merino Stream (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/2016\/11\/09\/freebie-burly-mitts\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBurly Mitts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewe made a few years ago with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/fleece-artist-merino-stream\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"While Rose was making worsted weight mittens last week, we were working on something a bit thicker, in a Bulky weight Fleece Artist Back Country. The yarn worked out perfectly, and I kinda love the colours - they're bright and funky and cheer me up on those dreary winter days. If you want an even faster knit mitt, try the Burly Mitts we made a few years ago with Fleece Artist Merino Stream. (opens in a new tab)\"\u003eFleece Artist Merino Stream\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eModifications \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern calls for an unusual amount of yardage, I think because the cuff is so extra-long. Because we weren’t sure about how far the yarn would go (based on the pattern requirements), we made the cuff shorter (18 rows). In the end, we were fine and had LOTS of yarn left (35% of the skein) …\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/fleece-artist-back-country\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"The pattern calls for an unusual amount of yardage, I think because the cuff is so extra-long. Because we weren't sure about how far the yarn would go (based on the pattern requirements), we made the cuff shorter (18 rows). In the end, we were fine and had LOTS of yarn left (35% of the skein) ... Fleece Artist Back Country  comes in generous 125g skeins. We made a Ladies size small, but I think it fits a ladies Medium (it fits me). I have a feeling 2 skeins will make 3 pairs of mittens in this size (or smaller). (opens in a new tab)\"\u003eFleece Artist Back Country\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ecomes in generous 125g skeins. We made a Ladies size small, but I think it fits a ladies Medium (it fits me). I have a feeling 2 skeins will make 3 pairs of mittens in this size (or smaller).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Fleece Artist Back Country: 1 skein (shown in Kazoo)\u20285mm\/US8 double pointed needles\u20285.5mm\/US9 double pointed needles\u2028Tapestry needle\u2028FREE Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/fleece-artist-back-country\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFleece Artist Back Country\u003c\/a\u003e: 1 skein (shown in Kazoo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Fleece Artist Back Country: 1 skein (shown in Kazoo)\u20285mm\/US8 double pointed needles\u20285.5mm\/US9 double pointed needles\u2028Tapestry needle\u2028FREE Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/DPN\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5mm\/US8 double pointed needles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Fleece Artist Back Country: 1 skein (shown in Kazoo)\u20285mm\/US8 double pointed needles\u20285.5mm\/US9 double pointed needles\u2028Tapestry needle\u2028FREE Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/DPN\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5.5mm\/US9 double pointed needles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Fleece Artist Back Country: 1 skein (shown in Kazoo)\u20285mm\/US8 double pointed needles\u20285.5mm\/US9 double pointed needles\u2028Tapestry needle\u2028FREE Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/notions\/Darning-Needles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTapestry needle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Fleece Artist Back Country: 1 skein (shown in Kazoo)\u20285mm\/US8 double pointed needles\u20285.5mm\/US9 double pointed needles\u2028Tapestry needle\u2028FREE Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/the-worlds-simplest-mittens\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20117148827751,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Fleece_Artist_Back_Country_Mitts_2.jpg?v=1571270190"},{"product_id":"classic-ribbed-hat-project","title":"Classic Ribbed Hat Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe just finished this easy\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/classic-ribbed-hat\"\u003eClassic Ribbed Hat\u003c\/a\u003e, and I’m really pleased with how it turned out. The pattern was a freebie, so yay! We used a single skein of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/diamond-luxury-baby-alpaca-sport\"\u003eDiamond Baby Alpaca Sport,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhich is a BULKY weight, supremely soft 100% baby alpaca, and it feels marvellous! We used 5.5mm\/US9 needles, so the tension is tight and the fabric will hopefully be a bit on the dense side, and more Canadian winter friendly. I kinda really like the colour, sometimes pinks and purples can be so surprising. And of course, we topped the whole thing off with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/bags\/products\/raccoon-fur-pompoms\"\u003eRaccoon Fur Pompom\u003c\/a\u003e – I think they add a little polish and finish the look. I think it makes a beautiful, personal holiday gift (and it works up fairly quickly, so you can get it done in time).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eModifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI wasn’t sure about the sizing, so we cast on for the child side to fit an adult S\/M, and then followed the instructions for the adult size. We also did an extra round of decreases at the end, to make the top more manageable to close. We always try to write out mods in the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/classic-ribbed-hat\"\u003eproject notes on Ravelry\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/diamond-luxury-baby-alpaca-sport\"\u003eDiamond Baby Alpaca Sport\u003c\/a\u003e: 1 skein (colour 712)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/Circular\"\u003e5.5mm\/US9 – 16″ circular needles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/DPN\"\u003e5.5mm double pointed needles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/notions\/Darning-Needles\"\u003etapestry needle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/bags\/products\/raccoon-fur-pompoms\"\u003eRaccoon Fur Pompom\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/classic-ribbed-hat-4\"\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20117205581927,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/diamond-baby-alpaca-sport-hat-purple.jpg?v=1571270190"},{"product_id":"meadow-lane-baby-blanket-project","title":"Meadow Lane (Baby) Blanket Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.files.wordpress.com\/2019\/03\/urth-uneek-worsted-meadow-lane-baby-blanket-1.jpg?w=625\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeadow Lane Baby Blanket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Last month (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/2019\/02\/22\/proejcts-urth-baby-blankets\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFebruary 2019\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewe showed you my friend Jo’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Meadow Lane (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/meadow-lane\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMeadow Lane\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebaby blanket in progress, and it was so inspiring that we made one for the store! We used 4 skeins of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/urth-yarns-uneek-worsted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUrth \u003cstrong\u003eUneek Worsted\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein colour 4010 and it positively SINGS (although I LOVE\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/2019\/02\/22\/proejcts-urth-baby-blankets\/\" aria-label=\"Jo's blanket (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJo’s blanket\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein colour 4009). For a less spendy version try the same quantities in \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-comfort-print?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=01d2db9ef\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBerroco Comfort Print\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/meadow-lane\" aria-label=\"FREE pattern (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFREE pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis worked in a broken garter stitch, it’s a very simple knit, and definitely beginner friendly (you only need to know how to knit and purl in the same row). If you have a hard time ‘reading’ your stitches you’ll want to use\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/notions\/Marker\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStitch Markers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eto separate your knits from your purls. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern offers several sizes (I ADORE designers who do this, they deserve a standing ovation), from a baby-size to a full-sized lap blanket. We made a size “small” and after blocking it came out 28″ wide by 39″ long (more than sufficient for a baby blanket):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby: 29.75” wide x 32” long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall: 32” wide x 42” long\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium: 36.5” wide x 43” long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge: 41” wide x 48” long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXL: 45.5” wide x 50” long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXXL: 50” wide x 56” long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/urth-yarns-uneek-worsted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUrth Uneek Worsted\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3(\u003cstrong\u003e4\u003c\/strong\u003e, 5, 6, 7, 9) skeins (see sizes above, shown in colour 4010)\u003cspan\u003e  ... or try \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-comfort-print?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=01d2db9ef\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-comfort-print?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=01d2db9ef\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Comfort Print\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/Circular\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4.5mm\/US7 – 29″ circular needles (or longer)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/notions\/Marker\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStitch Markers\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/meadow-lane\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFREE pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20299416764519,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Urth_Uneek_Worsted_Meadow_Lane_Baby_Blanket_SQUARE.jpg?v=1571270191"},{"product_id":"quaker-yarn-stretcher-wrap-project","title":"Quaker Yarn Stretcher Wrap Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuaker Yarn Stretcher\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI LOVE this project, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/quaker-yarn-stretcher-boomerang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eQuaker Yarn Stretcher\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ewas definitely a win. When I cast on I wasn’t sure if it was right for the yarn (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/handmaiden-maiden-hair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHandmaiden Maiden Hair\u003c\/a\u003e) but my intuition told me that it would work out, so I pushed on, and I’m glad I did. By the time I was ready to cast-off, I was wishing I had another ball – not because I thought the project needed to be larger, but because I was just enjoying it so much. The size is just right for a fall scarf. The fabric is light and airy; the silk in the yarn shows up as beautiful highlights of colour, and the kid mohair creates a soft, beautiful halo. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/handmaiden-maiden-hair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHandmaiden Maiden Hair\u003c\/a\u003e: 1 skein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5mm\/US9 – 24″ circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry or darning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/quaker-yarn-stretcher-boomerang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/quaker-yarn-stretcher-boomerang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eOur Pattern Notes\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e(optional but useful)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20299896914023,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Handmaiden_Maidenhair_Quaker_Stretcher_wall_SQUARE.png?v=1571270191"},{"product_id":"capture-cowl-project","title":"Capture Cowl Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCapture Cowl\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love this yarn (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/handmaiden-maiden-hair\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmaiden Maiden Hair\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSO MUCH, that I don’t feel like it matters what you make with it … but I am also very happy with it (\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/capture\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCapture\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e) too. Embodying the best of two worlds,\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/handmaiden-maiden-hair\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMaiden Hair\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis sumptuous, but also an interesting texture. It’s a strand of stunning silk swaddled in the loveliness kid mohair. It has both sheen and aura, an unusual but delicious combination. The pattern was simple, effective, and fairly easy. I worked 12 rounds for each section. Overall, I am very, very happy with this project, and I’m itching to make something else with this yarn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/handmaiden-maiden-hair\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHandmaiden Maiden Hair\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 skein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5mm\/US9 – 32″ circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapestry or darning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/capture\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20300105842791,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Handmaiden_Maiden_Hair_Capture_Cowl_SQUARE.jpg?v=1571270191"},{"product_id":"annabellas-cowl-project","title":"Annabella's Cowl Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAnnabella’s Cowl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI just finished this little neck-a-ma-thing, and it turned out really well! The pattern is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/annabellas-cowl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAnnabella’s Cowl\u003c\/a\u003e, and the yarn is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/fleece-artist-back-country\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFleece Artist Back Country\u003c\/a\u003e, a super soft, machine-washable merino wool made right here on Canada’s East Coast. The yarn wasn’t exactly like the ones they called for in the pattern, so I used a larger needle and cast on fewer stitches (you can find all of our modifications in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/annabellas-cowl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eour project notes on Ravelry)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe project only took one skein of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/fleece-artist-back-country\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFleece Artist Back Country\u003c\/a\u003e, and I’m happy with the size – not too big, not too tight. The pattern was extremely easy, it’s definitely beginner-friendly (probably a good project for a novice once they’ve learned knit and purl. It’s a great knit in front of the TV kind of project, especially if you need to whip up a gift in a rush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Yarn Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern was originally designed with a yarn like\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/handmaiden-maiden-hair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHandmaiden Maiden Hair\u003c\/a\u003e, which would knit up beautifully on 5mm\/US8-16″ circular needles (only 1 skein required). It would also be yummy made with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-brushed-alpaca-silk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eDrops Brushed Alpaca Silk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(use a single strand and 5mm\/US8 needles (two skeins) for a light, airy version, or two strands held together and 6mm\/US10 needles (4 skeins) for a thicker, cozier neckwarmer). If you want a yarn option that’s a little less precious try\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(1 skein) with 6mm\/US10 needles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/fleece-artist-back-country\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFleece Artist Back Country\u003c\/a\u003e: 1 skein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10 – 16″ circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/annabellas-cowl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eOur project notes on Ravelry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/annabellas-cowl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAnnabella’s Cowl\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20300450300007,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Fleece_Artist_Back_Country_Neckwarmer_4_SQUARE.png?v=1571270191"},{"product_id":"quaker-yarn-stretcher-wrap-project-no-2","title":"Quaker Yarn Stretcher Wrap Project no. 2","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuaker Yarn Stretcher no. 2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI loved out\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"first version (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/store-projects\/products\/quaker-yarn-stretcher-wrap-project\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efirst version\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Quaker Yarn Stretcher (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/quaker-yarn-stretcher-boomerang-2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuaker Yarn Stretcher\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat we made a second in a lighter, springier colour. We used the same yarn, one skein of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/handmaiden-maiden-hair\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHandmaiden Maiden Hair\u003c\/a\u003e, but we tried some larger (7mm\/US10.75) needles this time and got an even lighter, airier effect. It still makes a great, light-as-air scarf, but you can see in the pictures below it’s a perfect wrap for cool summer evenings and chilly wedding halls everywhere. Or just drape it on things around your hose and enjoy the prettiness all year (I seriously used to have a friend who did this – she used to art-direct her apartment long before blogging and the internet. Her for-display-only yarn basket was what got me into knitting).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yarn,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/handmaiden-maiden-hair\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHandmaiden Maiden Hair\u003c\/a\u003e, is just gorgeous, I absolutely adore working with it before, during, and after the project. Apparently, you do too, so we have ordered more in some springier colours and it is on its way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe accidentally changed the pattern and worked e rows of garter stitch instead of reverse-stocking stitch, but it isn’t highly noticeable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI splurged and got myself a second set of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Knitter's Pride Knit Blockers (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/blocking\/products\/knitters-pride-knit-blockers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitter’s Pride Knit Blockers\u003c\/a\u003e because I absolutely freakin’ LOVE THEM. Blocking the shawl was a dream with them, they are my favourite new thing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/handmaiden-maiden-hair\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHandmaiden Maiden Hair\u003c\/a\u003e: 1 skein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7mm\/US10.75 – 24″ circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry or darning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/quaker-yarn-stretcher-boomerang\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/quaker-yarn-stretcher-boomerang-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"\u003eOur Pattern Notes\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e(optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20334078787687,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Handmaiden_Maidenhair_Quaker_Stretcher_BLUE_SQUARE.jpg?v=1571270191"},{"product_id":"groovy-shawl-bio-balance-project","title":"Groovy Shawl Bio Balance Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe just finished another \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Groovy wrap (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/groovy-dk-and-aran-weight-4\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGroovy wrap\u003c\/a\u003e (when something works well, I tend to go with it). The \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"last time we made it  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/groovy-dk-and-aran-weight-3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elast time we made it \u003c\/a\u003ewas a few years ago with \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Quince \u0026amp; Co Sparrow (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-sparrow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Sparrow\u003c\/a\u003e, and I wanted to try it with a different textile, to see how the fibre behaved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern isn't free, but it's a good pattern, the kind you'll go back to over and over when you have random skeins you don't know what to do with, and the price is nominal. It doesn't take a lot of brain power (which is nice in warm weather), and is accessible to newer knitters. Basically, it falls into the \"some things are worth paying for\" category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Yarn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis time we used a new yarn, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"BC Garn Bio Balance (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/bc-garn-bio-balance?variant=19864859672679\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBC Garn Bio Balance\u003c\/a\u003e. It's a deliciously soft blend of organic cotton and organic wool, an all year yarn that's especially great for people who run warm. The company is Danish, the yarn is milled in Turkey, and the fibres are from Argentina. It's definitely an idea yarn for wraps, sweaters, baby and child garments, etc. The fabric turned out soft, light, and cozy, and pretty, and our wrap is a perfect little something to throw on in spring and summer. Not too big and not too small, you wan wear it around your neck or your shoulders. If you want to make one larger, just get an extra skein and keep knitting. I loved this dark blue, it's very denimy (without feeling or knitting like denim), but now that all of our stock of \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/bc-garn-bio-balance?variant=19864859672679\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBC Garn Bio Balance\u003c\/a\u003e has arrived I've re-confirmed that all the colours are delicious!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"BC Garn Bio Balance: 3 skeins (colour 27 harbour) (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/bc-garn-bio-balance?variant=19864859672679\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBC Garn Bio Balance: 3 skeins (colour 27 harbour)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4mm\/US6 - 32\" circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern: \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Groovy (DK to Aran Weight) (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/groovy-dk-and-aran-weight\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGroovy (DK to Aran Weight)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNotions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/notions\/Darning-Needles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTapestry needle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/blocking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBlocking materials: wires, pins, and mats (optional but useful to really stretch the fabric)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20679596605543,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Bc_Garn_Bio_Balancce_Groovy_Shawl_6_SQUARE.png?v=1571270193"},{"product_id":"groovy-shawl-bio-quince-sparrow-project","title":"Groovy Shawl in Quince Sparrow Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGroovy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made this wrap a few years ago, but I've been working on my photography skills and while I had the camera out I figured I try taking some new photos. Little did I know that it would make love to the camera! Or maybe the camera loved it. Either way, beauty is abundant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Groovy (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/groovy-dk-and-aran-weight\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroovy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is an uncomplicated pattern, well suited to intermediate to advanced beginners, and more experienced knitters who need something simple to work on. We used \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Quince and Co Sparrow (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-sparrow?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=02fc92c41\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince and Co Sparrow\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eand 3.75mm\/US5 needles, a 100% organic linen, and the drape is just INCREDIBLE. Plus blocking is a dream - machine wash in a delicate bad, dry on low for 15 minutes, lay flat to dry. The fabric comes out silky and has a drape like no other fabric you've ever seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-sparrow?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=02fc92c41\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince and Co Sparrow\u003c\/a\u003e: 4 skeins (the colour is citron, but I have not colour corrected these photos, and the most accurate version of the colour is on our \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"website (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-sparrow?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=02fc92c41\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=2163360759817\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewebsite\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.75mm\/US5 - 29\" circular needles (or longer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/groovy-dk-and-aran-weight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Pattern: Groovy (opens in a new tab)\"\u003ePattern: Groovy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20679963541607,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Quince_and_Co_Sparrow_Groovy_citron_wall_SQUARE.png?v=1571270193"},{"product_id":"clapo-ktus-wrap-project","title":"Clapo-Ktus Wrap Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI just finished this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/clapo-ktus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Clapo-Ktu (opens in a new tab)\"\u003eClapo-Ktu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003es wrap and it came out beautifully! I was itching to work with some of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Handmaiden Flys (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/handmaiden-flyss\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHandmaiden Flyss\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on our shelves, a Canadian hand-dyed blend of Silk and Linen, and I was looking for a one-skein project that wouldn't take too long and would show off the textile - I think totally NAILED IT. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/clapo-ktus\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClapo-Ktu\u003c\/a\u003es (terrible name, but the pattern is free) is actually a combination of two popular patterns, the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Clapotis (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/clapotis\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClapotis\u003c\/a\u003e scarf\/wrap, which involves dropped stitches, and the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Baktus (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/baktus-scarf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBaktus\u003c\/a\u003e scarf, which is knit from side to side. The dropped stitches are gorgeous and make great use of the yarn's natural drape (linen and silk are both fibres that are ALL drape, and have zero body). The \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Baktus (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/baktus-scarf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBaktus\u003c\/a\u003e part of the design give it a triangular shape, and allows you to use exactly as much yarn as you have on hand (hence a one-skein project). \u003c\/span\u003eThe skill lever wasn't especially hard, I'd rank it around an advanced-beginner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI wasn't initially sure the one skein would be enough, but as I dropped the stitches it expanded beautifully, and after blocking it was magnificent. If you are interested, I would definitely also recommend making a \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/clapotis\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClapotis\u003c\/a\u003e with this yarn, it would be a stunner! I originally envisioned this project as a wrap for the spring and summer, and I think it will hold it's own in this department, but when it was finished and I tried it on I actually ADORED wearing it as a spring scarf. The fabric isn't heavy or dense, and the textile is soft but has just enough texture to make it interesting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJust one caveat - I ended up with these weird open stitches on one side, where the dropped stitches were initially created (you can see them in the picture below with the hanger). I thought I followed the pattern, so I'm not sure what went wrong or how I ended up with this. With all the dropped stitches in the fabric I don't think it's a big deal or unsightly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/handmaiden-flyss\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHandmaiden Flyss\u003c\/a\u003e : 1 skein (colour Storm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4mm-24\" circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/clapo-ktus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"FREE Pattern (opens in a new tab)\"\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20680615690343,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Handmaiden_Flyss_Clapoktus_shawl_4_SQUARE.png?v=1571270193"},{"product_id":"hack-pantyhose-yarn","title":"HACK  Pantyhose Yarn Management","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKNITHACK The Pantyhose Hack\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weather has turned warm and I frequently find myself recommending this hack to clients in the store. Summer yarns tend to be made from plant fibres (like cotton and linen, hemp), cellulose based fibres (tencel made from mashed up and reconstituted plants like bamboo, seaweed, etc), silk, or synthetics (nylon is one of the higher quality synthetics, you’ll also see ‘microfiber’, viscose, and acrylic on labels). These fibres have a tendency to be a bit slippery, and the balls can fall apart or collapse, making a big tangle for you to negotiate at just the wrong time. Enter the Panty Hose Hack ….\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNOTE: If you want to learn more about the fibres used in yarn, Clara Parkes is your Guru, she knows everything: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/Knitters-Book-Yarn-Ultimate-Choosing\/dp\/0307352161\/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=1527525493\u0026amp;sr=8-1\u0026amp;keywords=knitters+book+of+yarn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e“The Knitter’s Book of Yarn” by Clara Parkes\u003c\/a\u003e (available online or through your public library), or the Craftsy online class\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.craftsy.com\/knitting\/classes\/know-your-yarn-choose-the-perfect-yarn-every-time\/35364\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e“Know Your Yarn” with Clara Parkes.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 pair of Panty Hose or Tights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esharp scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Acquire a Pair of Pantyhose or Tights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld hose from the bottom of your drawer will work just fine. Personally, I have an aesthetic issue with regular nude or black hose, I always feel like my yarn is about to knock over a convenience store. I buy mine at the dollar store, I like to find pretty colours and fun textures. I think the ones above were some kind of mesh kids tights from the dollar store. For some reason, I get a kick out of fine gauge fishnets on my yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Deconstruct the Hose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne pair of pantyhose or tights will make 4 “yarn bras” or sacks:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut each leg off below the crotch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut each leg into 2 roughly similar sized parts (it won’t hurt if the upper part of the leg can be a bit longer). You should have two pieces with a closed end (the foot) and two pieces that are tubes with both ends open. (note: I wouldn’t bother trying to get 6 pieces from a single pair of hose\/tights, the pieces end up being too short unless the balls you are working with are very small)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith each of the tube pieces, tie a knot at one end of the tube. (do not tie the tube pieces to each other, and do not tie knots in both ends of the same piece).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Insert Yarn in the “Yarn Bra”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePop your yarn in, and you’re ready to go! The hose\/tights will act like Spanx for your ball of yarn, and keep it under control. You can work from the tail coming from the centre of the ball and the whole thing will stay in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTah-Dah!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s it, that’s the Pantyhose Hack. There isn’t much to it, but it will make your knitterly life easier and keep you and your yarn much happier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"jp-post-flair\" class=\"sharedaddy sd-like-enabled sd-sharing-enabled\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sharedaddy sd-sharing-enabled\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20724025000039,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Hack_Pantyhose_BLOG_1.jpg?v=1571270193"},{"product_id":"hack-spring-prep","title":"HACK  Spring Prep \u0026 Mothproofing","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMoth-Proofing: 5 Easy Things You Can Do Now\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt feels a little early, but even if spring is only casually flirting with us, it may be time to start thinking about protecting your woolens for the upcoming season. It's A LOT easier and cheaper to avoid moth holes than it is to mend them. Even worse, if you end up hosting a moth infestation you'll have to pitch everything. You can read up on the \"How-Tos\" in \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/2016\/03\/22\/knit-hack-storing-your-knits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eStoring Your Knits\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efrom last spring, but here are a few things you can do to get yourself started.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChange Your Moth Traps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI just changed my \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.homehardware.ca\/en\/rec\/index.htm\/Outdoor-Living\/Yard-Maintenance\/Insect-Animal-Cntrls\/Insect-Controls\/Ribbons-Glue\/2-Pack-Clothes-Moth-Traps\/_\/N-ntlc4Z1z1410t\/R-I5045712\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emoth traps\u003c\/a\u003e and they were blessedly EMPTY. If you haven't already, it might be time to change yours, and if you don't use them I suggest you do. I only consider them a second line of defense, but they're helpful, and they'll let you know if you have moths.  I use the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.homehardware.ca\/en\/rec\/index.htm\/Outdoor-Living\/Yard-Maintenance\/Insect-Animal-Cntrls\/Insect-Controls\/Ribbons-Glue\/2-Pack-Clothes-Moth-Traps\/_\/N-ntlc4Z1z1410t\/R-I5045712\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAeroxon Clothing Moth Traps\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBag Exposed Stash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBugs like sweaters, but your stash is also vulnerable. There's no time like the present to bag up yarn that's floating around. Don't forget projects on hold, laying fallow in project bags. If the majority of your stash isn't already organized in sealed bags (like Ziploc) now is probably a good time to get on that. By the way, the picture above is pretty, but a good example of how NOT to store your yarn (stuff in baggies doesn't make for good pictures). If you find yourself spring-cleaning your stash and need to purge, our next \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.knitomatic.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eyarn swap\u003c\/a\u003e is April 23, 2017, or you can drop off donations in a sealed plastic bag any time we are open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWash Dirty Woolens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart washing the sweaters you wore this winter, especially anything that's been in frequent use. Little bits of food \u0026amp; shmutz are what moths feast on, so shutter the buffet. If you're like me and wear a lot of sweaters, getting them all cleaned is a bit of a chore, so you might as well start early and get it over with. I like to wash with either \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/soap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eEucalan or Soak\u003c\/a\u003e, both are excellent no-rinse delicate washes that are very easy to use (I do not suggest you use the stuff from the grocery store).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStore Peripheral Knits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart bagging and storing any knits or woolens that you aren't likely to use again this season. At my house this includes heavy wool sweaters, thick wool socks, scarves\/hats\/gloves that didn't get used, felt hats, wool coats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlan Ahead\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOK, this sounds really niggly, but I'm constantly learning from my mistakes in this particular area. Almost every year I come across some class of object that I forgot was made of wool - and of course, I find this out the hard way (lots of tears and regret). I always think I'll remember things but never remember things, so I keep a running \u003cem\u003eMoth-Proofing Checklist\u003c\/em\u003e and add to it every time I find something new that needs to be stored. I keep my checklist digitally in a cloud-based form of storage (iCloud, Google Docs, Dropbox, etc), so I can get to it easily and it won't get lost. This is currently what it looks like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esocks (wool)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecoats (wool)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eknit scarves, hats, mitts, gloves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elegwarmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efelt insoles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblankets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epillow covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efelt hats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eneedle felted stuff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efelted bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efelted wool rugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"jp-post-flair\" class=\"sharedaddy sd-like-enabled sd-sharing-enabled\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sharedaddy sd-sharing-enabled\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20724389085287,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/mothproofing_stash_hack_SQUARE.jpg?v=1571270193"},{"product_id":"hack-change-your-mothtraps","title":"HACK  Change Your Mothtraps!","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you recall way back last spring when I wrote about\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/2016\/03\/22\/knit-hack-storing-your-knits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eStoring Your Knits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e? Well if you read it and actually took my advice, you might have gone out and bought MOTH TRAPS! Moth Traps are awesome, the only hitch is that they’re only good for 3 months, so if you have them it’s time to change them out for new ones! I did, and this is what I found – a bunch of malevolent little wool munching creatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon’t panic, just because you caught buggies does not necessarily mean you have an infestation. First off, the bugs can get into the house through natural means, doors and windows tend to open frequently. Secondly, the traps use moth pheromone to attract the males, so the females’ eggs aren’t fertilized. Certainly feel free to inspect your woollens, and I continue to urge you to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/2016\/03\/22\/knit-hack-storing-your-knits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eseal them up (seasonally) when not in use\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you set out your new traps write the expiry date on them and put the date in your calendar too (you know you won’t remember). Also, when you buy them always get extras for the next round (you aren’t going to want to go back to the hardware store, but your knits do need defence). I use\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homehardware.ca\/en\/rec\/index.htm\/Outdoor-Living\/Yard-Maintenance\/Insect-Animal-Cntrls\/Insect-Controls\/Ribbons-Glue\/2-Pack-Clothes-Moth-Traps\/_\/N-2pqfZ67l\/Ne-67n\/Ntk-All_EN\/R-I5045712?Ntt=aeroxon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAeroxon Clothes Moth Traps\u003c\/a\u003e (package of 2), I get them from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homehardware.ca\/en\/rec\/index.htm\/Outdoor-Living\/Yard-Maintenance\/Insect-Animal-Cntrls\/Insect-Controls\/Ribbons-Glue\/2-Pack-Clothes-Moth-Traps\/_\/N-2pqfZ67l\/Ne-67n\/Ntk-All_EN\/R-I5045712?Ntt=aeroxon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHome Hardware\u003c\/a\u003e, and I think they’re worth every penny. It’s substantially cheaper to avoid moth holes than fix them, and infinitely satisfying when you catch the little buggers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"jp-post-flair\" class=\"sharedaddy sd-like-enabled sd-sharing-enabled\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sharedaddy sd-sharing-enabled\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20724453113959,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/moths-caught-1_SQUARE.jpg?v=1571270193"},{"product_id":"reversible-wrap-cardiganproject","title":"Reversible Wrap-Cardigan Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/reversible-wrap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReversible Wrap\u003c\/a\u003e by Jo Sharp is one of those under-appreciated patterns that's flown under people's radar for way too long! It's an amazing project for newbies, it's basically made from two rectangles that are cleverly sewn together - easy peasy knitting! The only skills involved are cast on, cast off, knit, purl, basic mattress stitch, and basic wet blocking. The pattern is written for two versions, one long and one short. It's also reversible, you can wear it right side up, or upside down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made the long version and used two skeins of very economical \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/cascade-eco\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+\u003c\/a\u003e (costs less than $60). It's a very flexible garment, as is the yarn, so if you want a garment with a bit more drape and stretch feel free to go up in needle size. It's also a pattern that can be in a warmer winter yarn or a cooler fibre for spring\/summer.  Affordable yarn options include \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/cascade-eco\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-vintage\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYarn Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate Yardage Required (chunky or heavy aran weight yarn): version 1 (short): 400(470) metres, version 2 (long): 535(670) metres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Yarns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/cascade-eco\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco\u003c\/a\u003e: version 1 short: 1(2) skeins, version 2 long: 2(2) skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-vintage\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e: version 1 short: 4(4) skeins, version 2 long: 5(6) skeins (use 6mm\/US10 needles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/diamond-luxury-baby-alpaca-sport\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiamond Baby Alpaca Sport\u003c\/a\u003e: version 1 short: 4(5) skeins, version 2 long: 6(7) skeins (use 6mm\/US10 needles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/cascade-eco\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+\u003c\/a\u003e: version 1 (short): 1(2) skeins, version 2 (long): 2(2) skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/needles\/Needles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5.5mm\/US9 needles (straight or circular)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapestry\/darning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1EDAuHVzp4Vn8mUBL_5iI9E3jSbAJ8atR\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResources for Beginners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeaming\u003c\/strong\u003e: If you've never seamed before, Mattress stitch is the way to go ... there are some good free instructions at  \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.vogueknitting.com\/pattern_help\/how-to\/beyond_the_basics\/seaming\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVogue Knitting\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/knitty.com\/ISSUEspring04\/mattress.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitty\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeaving In Ends\u003c\/strong\u003e: I always go to this comprehensive tutorial from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/weaving-in-your-ends\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePurlSoho on Weaving In Ends\u003c\/a\u003e. Remeber, you never tie and cut your ends in knitting, you always weave them in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlocking\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wet blocking is pretty easy (it's basically just washing), but here's a nice \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.craftsy.com\/blog\/2013\/05\/blocking-knitting-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etutorial from Craftsy\u003c\/a\u003e to help you out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEverything Else\u003c\/strong\u003e: For the basics like cast on, bind-off, knit, purl, go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knittinghelp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eknittinghelp.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20758809706599,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Cascade_Eco_Jo_Sharp_Rversible_Jacket_1_SQUARE_8f8884fb-07df-4f20-83b5-c7b5bb2b0006.png?v=1571270194"},{"product_id":"day-blossom-project","title":"Day Blossom Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen we make projects for the store, I choose them with you in mind. You’ll can probably figure out which things I like to make for myself – mostly sweaters with simple silhouettes, accessories for the family, and quirky little things (mohair tissue box covers, decorative mini-sweaters, tea cozies with limbs growing out of them, etc).\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Day Blossom (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/day-blossom\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDay Blossom\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis kind of a crossover – I came across it while looking for a store project, and figured I’d take a chance on it. I fell in love with the texture, I love texture and playing with texture. It combines two weights of Quince’s linen yarns, one thicker and one thinner. In the pictures the yellow is the thicker yarn (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-kestrel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Kestrel\u003c\/a\u003e) and the neutral colour is the thinner (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-sparrow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Sparrow\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI kind of like the little fringes, they reiterate the changes in the textile and create a bit of visual interest, but you don’t have to make them if you don’t want to. The size is nice too, it’s very comfortable as a scarf and as a shoulder cover. The linen is cool and comfortable, all drape. After a long winter and cold spring it’s nice to wear a garment that’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003efeels\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003edifferent. Linen and wool are kind of binary opposites; wool is all about warmth, air and body, while linen is cool, dense and drapey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI like knitting linen with wood needles, but Liane said it drove her up the wall. When I made my first sweater with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-sparrow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Sparrow\u003c\/a\u003e I swatched quite a bit to make sure I got tension, and I tried both bamboo and brass needles. At first I didn’t like the wood, then I tried the brass, and after that I went back to the wood and preferred them. In the end, the needles weren’t really the factor I expected them to be, but getting used to working with the linen was the important part. Once I was accustomed to the fibre I was happy with my regular needles. As for all those swatches, Sparrow is super soft and machine washes beautifully so I use them around the house and the store. They’ve replaced disposable tissues for removing makeup, washing my face, and cleaning up little messes. To my mind, that’s a big bonus – the less I have to send to landfill the better!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colours shown in the original pattern are \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-sparrow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Sparrow\u003c\/a\u003e in Moon (a grey with a blueish cast) and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-kestrel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Kestrel\u003c\/a\u003e in Minos (purple). Their colours are STUNNING, I love them, and for a bit I had a hard time thinking outside of that box. But it’s been such a cold \u0026amp; dreary spring here that I felt I owed it to everyone to come up with something brighter, happier, more optimistic. To pull myself out of that blank mental space I pulled all of the colours off the shelf and shuffled them around on the table. I’m glad I did, the colour combo I came up with is sunny, it has just enough colour to brighten things up without being “HI, NICE TO MEET YOU! I’M YELLOW!” You can’t go wrong with the combo of a colour on a neutral, you just have to make sure that the tones in both shades are complimentary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca aria-label=\"Quince \u0026amp; Co Kestrel: (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-kestrel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Kestrel\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2 skeins (colour shown is Yarrow)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca aria-label=\"Quince \u0026amp; Co Sparrow (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-sparrow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Sparrow\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 skeins (colour shown is Sans)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.25mm\/US3 – 32″ circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapestry needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/day-blossom\" aria-label=\"Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20777584197735,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/QuinceKestrelDayBlosomSQ1.png?v=1652297125"},{"product_id":"deschain-pullover-project","title":"Deschain Pullover Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is our first store sample made with \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Berroco Estiva (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-estiva\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBerroco Estiva\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/deschain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeschain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epullover. The top mmakes a great summer cover-up, and is extremely to wear with a tank underneath. I love the idea of wearing the grey top with a pop of bright colour worn underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern was designed a few years ago by Quince \u0026amp; Co for their organic linen yarn,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Kestrel (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-kestrel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKestrel\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(which is also stunning and I love and we sell and makes me very happy). But the pattern looks equally awesome made with a new bulky weight cotton yarn,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Berroco Estiva (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-estiva\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBerroco Estiva\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Estiva isn’t as heavy as linen, and while it has some drape, it holds a surprising amount of body, and doesn’t grow as dramatically as linen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made ours with 6mm\/US10 needles, and that was a mistake, our tension was way too tight. I suggest you go up to a 7mm\/US10.75 needle, and check your tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction is fairly simple, The pieces are all rectangular and are seamed together. It’s not a bad project for an intermediate or advanced beginner knitter who wants to try lace, and make an actual sweater. Intermediate knitters should be able to wiz through, it makes for some nice, fast summer knitting).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eyou might need to work extra pattern repeats to get your sweater long enough. While you are working, hold it up to your body as you go (for a size small you might need to knit extra length to get good coverage), we added one extra pattern repeat. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-estiva\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Estiva\u003c\/a\u003e: 2 to 3 skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7mm\/US10.75 needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry or darning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/deschain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29583515517031,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Berroco_Estiva_Deschain_1_square_cropped.png?v=1571270197"},{"product_id":"fibre-co-one-sweater-project","title":"Fibre Company One Sweater Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/one-sweater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFibre Co \u003cem\u003eOne Sweater\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic. It's a timeless, gender-inclusive (unisex) knit - it will NEVER go out of style. Take good care of this sweater and you'll have it forever. It's knitted in one piece from the top down with a raglan sleeve. It has a little bit of short row neck shaping to make the fit comfortable (I hate it when the back of a sweater rides up). The pattern is offered in a broad range of sizes, from age 1-2 through to a 56” chest circumference. It also includes the option of a shorter or longer length for the adult sizes, and they included the extra yardage (I love these people).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great project for knitters who are new to sweaters, as well as those who have already been initiated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are ....\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew to sweaters:\u003c\/strong\u003e it's a good first sweater, you'll learn useful new skills and it'll give you the confidence to jump into more advanced projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHave a little bit of experience with sweaters:\u003c\/strong\u003e this shouldn't phase you, and it'll reinforce the skills you already have.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperienced at sweaters:\u003c\/strong\u003e it's great for those who want to go on autopilot and make something simple and timeless. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is normally a paid pattern ($9 USD\/$12.50CAD) but The Fibre Co is offering it for free through stores when you buy the yarn for the sweater (\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/the-fibre-co-cumbria?variant=29769260990567\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFibre Co Cumbria\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e). Just ask us in-store or when you check-out online. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarn\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's talk about the YARN. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/the-fibre-co-cumbria?variant=29769260990567\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFibre Co Cumbria\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a traditional style, British yarn, it doesn't look substantially different from other classic-ish \u003cspan\u003estring fro the UK? What makes it special? Good question ... a little while ago I decided to start exploring a different way to buy yarn for the store. Instead of making sure a yarn ticks a bunch of boxes for client needs \u003c\/span\u003e(which I do still take into account), I decided to base my initial decision of how the yarn feels to knit with - ie. how enjoyable it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo I started swatching and rating my enjoyment level during the process of working with the yarns. It has been a VERY interesting process. There have been a lot of gorgeous yarns that I thought would be great while in the skein, but once I cast-on they felt Meh, or worse, Yucky. Life is both very short and very long, and if I'm laying down my money for a pricey yarn I don't want to work with Meh or Yucky. I want something that SINGS, something that brings me JOY. Furthermore, I don't want you to either. There's already enough Meh and Yuck in our world, I don't want to spread more, I want to share Joy. It's time to bring-back joy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyway, I'm sure you've already read between the lines and figured out that \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/the-fibre-co-cumbria?variant=29769260990567\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Fibre Co. Cumbria\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of the yarns that absolutely SANG. I think I even swatched it twice, on separate occasions several months apart, and still had the same happy reaction. It was beautiful to work with, and I enjoyed it so much that when I ordered it I bought an extra bag to make a sweater for ME (if you want my yarn I'll share it, I know where to get more).\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/the-fibre-co-cumbria?variant=29769260990567\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eThe Fibre Co. Cumbria\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 [2: 3: 3: 3: 4: 5: 5: 6: 6: 7: 7: 8] hanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor longer length – [-: -: -: -: -: 5: 5: 6: 7: 7: 8: 9] hanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYardage given includes enough to knit an 8” x 8” tension swatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor full details \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefibreco.com\/product\/one-sweater\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eSee table HERE\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished chest circumference: 22.5(25.5, 27.5, 28.75, 30.5, 32, 33.5, 38.5, 41.5, 46.5, 49.5, 52.75, 57.5)\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Materials\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.75mm (US 5) 40 cm (16 in) circular needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4mm (US 6) 100 cm (40 in) circular needle (or size to obtain gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estitch markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003escrap yarn or stitch holders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry\/darning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/one-sweater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePattern HERE \u003c\/a\u003e   \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/the-fibre-co-cumbria?variant=29769260990567\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eYarn HERE\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Fibre Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29826174812263,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Fibre_Co_One_Sweater_Front_SQ.jpg?v=1571270200"},{"product_id":"the-shift-cowl-project","title":"The Shift Cowl Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Shift\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"entry-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWay back at the start of August\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"I wrote about a neat fall-ish project, The Shift (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/2019\/08\/07\/24823\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eI wrote about a neat fall-ish project, The Shift\u003c\/a\u003e, and I finally finished mine! I asked you if you thought I should try out someone else’s colours or go my own path, and I think everyone (including me) was in agreement that I should trust my intuition, so I did. I chose 3 colours that I thought would work, crossed my fingers, knocked on some wood, and set to work. At first I was thinking “I don’t know about this …”, but as the project progressed I saw what was taking place and it was AMAZING!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow I Chose Colours\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern is always alternating 2 colours: one works as a background and the other is the dots in the foreground. The background colour will stand out more than the foreground colour. I found that colours A \u0026amp; B ended up being the dominant colours, and C was used mostly for the foreground\/dots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI picked three colourways that looked like the colours could work together. One had reds, one was neutrals, and the third was dark things and a bit of greens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne colourway was darkish (colour A, one was medium in its brightness (the red, colour B), and the last was lighter (the neutrals, colour C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMy colours: A)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"2328 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529874890855\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2328\u003c\/a\u003e, B)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"2361 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529953075303\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2361\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand C)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"2349 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529952256103\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2349\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting thing … as I was working I realized that colours A\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529874890855\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2328\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u0026amp; C\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529952256103\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2349\u003c\/a\u003e. could also work really well with a cool colour for B, like the blue of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"2362 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529874858087\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2362\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor the green\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"2298 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529943769191\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2298\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Yarn’s Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Schoppel Edition 3  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529874890855\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSchoppel Edition 3\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ewas beautiful to work with and the finished piece looks and feels gorgeous. The designer,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Andrea Mowry (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/designers\/andrea-mowry\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAndrea Mowry\u003c\/a\u003e, has a sweater pattern named\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Shifty (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/shifty-2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShifty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat can be made with the same yarn, and I would totally, unequivocally do it! Mowry suggests going down a size in the sweater pattern if you are between sizes, and I think that is perfectly feasible with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529874890855\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSchoppel Edition 3\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ebecause it stretched easily when I blocked it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Small Hack\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yarn was very, very soft, and will be absolutely no problem wearing against your skin. It comes in balls, and I found that rewinding them into cakes on a ball-winder made them easier to work with. I also used my old\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/2018\/05\/28\/knithack-the-pantyhose-hack\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePantyhose Hack\u003c\/a\u003e, which kept things more orderly. Since you’ll have 3 colourways going, I suggest using 3 different colours of pantyhose or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Yarn Sleeves (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/bags\/products\/unique-yarn-sleeves\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYarn Sleeves\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern wasn’t hard, but I did have to pay attention to where I was and keep track of my rows. To do this I used a row counter and made notations in pencil on my pattern. If you find that confusing you may want to put the info into a spreadsheet program to keep track row-by-row.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stitch pattern is a slip stitch, and on a few occasions I had to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003etink\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emy work a row or two when I wasn’t on the ball. It is not a project to do while distracted (ie. drinking).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529874890855\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSchoppel Edition 3\u003c\/a\u003e: 3 balls (1 in each of 3 colours). We used A)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529874890855\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2328\u003c\/a\u003e, B)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529953075303\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2361\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand C)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/schoppel-edition-3?variant=29529952256103\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2349\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.75mm needles (circular or straight)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003etapestry needle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRow counter (optional but useful)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Pattern: The Shift (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/the-shift\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern: The Shift\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConclusions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yarn was great, the pattern was great, the finished project was great! I recommend it and I would do it again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30030697496679,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Schoppel_Edition_3_The_Shift_4_SQUARE.png?v=1571270201"},{"product_id":"carbeth-pullover-project","title":"Carbeth Pullover Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCarbeth (Pullover)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a quick sweater to whip up before the fall weather really hits, this is IT! The \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/carbeth\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarbeth Pullover\u003c\/a\u003e uses chunky weight yarn, 6mm\/US10 needles, so it goes fast! The design is simple, elegant, and makes for a very easy to wear sweater with a little bit of interest in the details. It's easy to change the measurements (make the body longer, make the neck longer or shorter, etc). We used the same yarn, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-peruvian-tones\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+ Peruvian Tones\u003c\/a\u003e, but in a more interesting colour, 08 Rum Raisin (in the skein it looks brownish, but knitted up it looks more like an oxblood\/dark red). We tried out the black\/grey colourway \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomaticyarns.com\/2018\/12\/12\/project-class-carbeth-cardigan\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elast December when I made a Carbeth Cardigan\u003c\/a\u003e, but I think it's time to get some colour back into our lives!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eYarns\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe used \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-peruvian-tones\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+ Peruvian Tones\u003c\/a\u003e, which gave it a contemporary look for a great price (the project used less than two skeins, and came in under $70). I've also seen it made a few times with \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/cascade-eco-merino-wool?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c8f7b73f6\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+ Merino\u003c\/a\u003e, which is a softer merino wool, has more body and definition and still comes in under $76. If you need something machine washable you can't go wrong with \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Berroco Vintage Chunky (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMods\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern is a cropped style and we added one inch to the length of the body. I think if I was to make one for myself I'd like the neck longer - I like it all oversized and cozy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eP.S.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany thanks to our sample knitter \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/motherdaughtermakers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Tessa (opens in a new tab)\"\u003eTessa\u003c\/a\u003e, without who I could not keep up with the hard work of inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-peruvian-tones\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco Peruvian Tones\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Cascade Eco+ Merino (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/cascade-eco-merino-wool?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c8f7b73f6\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+ Merino\u003c\/a\u003e: 2 skeins (we used \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Cascade Eco Peruvian Tones colour 08 Rum Raisin (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-peruvian-tones?variant=19495196098663\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco Peruvian Tones colour 08 Rum Raisin\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10 -29″ circular needles (or size for gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10 double pointed needles (or size for gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mm\/US8 -29″ circular needles (or size for gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mm\/US8 -16″ circular needles (or size for gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mm\/US8 double pointed needles (or size for gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry or darning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003escrap yarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Pattern Download (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/carbeth\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern: Carbeth\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:image {\"align\":\"center\",\"id\":5826,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"custom\"} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:image {\"id\":24941,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"custom\"} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30037992833127,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Cascade_Eco_Peruvian_Tones_Carbeth_Pullover_SQUARE.png?v=1571270201"},{"product_id":"paprika-cardigan-project","title":"Paprika Cardigan Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c!-- wp:image {\"id\":24014,\"linkDestination\":\"custom\"} --\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love the soft, fuzzy, retro quality of this sweater, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Paprika (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/paprika\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePaprika\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love the look of mohair, but I don't love the itchy feel, so I've been doing some experimenting with \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-brushed-alpaca-silk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Brushed Alpaca and Silk\u003c\/a\u003e. It looks like mohair, but it feels like happy. Plus, it's light as air! I made Paprika with two strands held together, on 8mm\/US11 needles. It was a fast and easy knit, worked in one piece from the bottom-up, so no seaming - nothing fussier than picking up stitches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style is oversized and roomy. I made a medium but I could have easily made a small. It was definitely an affordable knit, coming in under $50 (I used 8 skeins of \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-brushed-alpaca-silk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Brushed Alpaca and Silk).  \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you're ready to make yours you should definitely take a look at our \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"pattern notes on Ravelry (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/paprika\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epattern notes on Ravelry\u003c\/a\u003e, I found a few quirks with the pattern and noted my modifications \u0026amp; etc. I also feel that the sleeves are way too long and I'd make them several inches shorter. Other than that, I'm pretty pleased with the results!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS(M, L, XL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished Bust Circumference: 45(48, 41, 54.5) inches or 112(120, 128, 136) cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-brushed-alpaca-silk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Brushed Alpaca and Silk\u003c\/a\u003e: 8(9, 9, 10) balls. (holding 2 strands together, shown in colour 3 gray)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10 -36\" circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10 double pointed needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8mm\/US11 - 29\" (or longer) circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8mm\/US11 double pointed needles (or 16\" circular)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/paprika-6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Our Notes on Ravelry (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/paprika\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOur Notes on Ravelry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30113211514983,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Drops_Brushed_Alpaca_Parprika_1_SQUARE.jpg?v=1571270202"},{"product_id":"infinitude-scarf-cowl-project","title":"Infinitude 'Scarf' Cowl Project","description":"\u003ch2\u003eInfinitude 'Scarf' Cowl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI really love how this project came out! It's soft, airy, light, cozy, and with the pattern being free and the yarn only costing $20, it's a pretty cost effective knit too! If you're starting to think about holiday gift to knit, this is a great go-to project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern is called a scarf, but I don't know why because it's actually a cowl. We made the smaller size and in the yarn we used (\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=577d83ac1\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/a\u003e) it can be worn either once or twice around the neck. I also found that the \"twice around\" brings the 'full goldilocks' - it isn't too big or too small, it's just right (in my mind, that means it doesn't gape, letting cold air in). If your finished project looks small just wet-block it, mine stretched from 20\" x 10\" to 24\" x 9\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Pattern\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern,\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\" Infinitude Scarf, (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/infinitude-scarf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Infinitude Scarf,\u003c\/a\u003e is a simple little thing that combines knits and purls in the easiest way. The skills are pretty simple: casting on, working in the round, using a knit \u0026amp; purl stitch in the same row, and binding off. We made the smaller size, but had extra yarn so just kept going in the welt pattern by adding an extra 3 pattern repeats (so we did \"Knit \u20294 \u2029rnds,\u2029 purl\u2029 4 \u2029rnds\" a total of 6 times).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Yarn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe used two skeins of \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Drops Air (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=577d83ac1\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/a\u003e, a new yarn for us this year. It's a super light and airy alpaca that knits easily and looks great! It's a 'blown' yarn, which means it consists of a loosely knit chain core made of polyamide and then the Alpaca is literally blown into and through this core, coating it in a delightful halo of the softest alpaca. The result is an extra depth of colour because you can see a bit of the core through the translucent outer layer. \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=577d83ac1\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/a\u003e comes in both heathered and solid colours, but I think the heathers are extra pretty, with that extra dimension of colour added. Did I mention that it's also super soft? Yeah, it's crazy soft, it totally passes the neck test. \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=577d83ac1\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/a\u003e comes in a bunch of colours, made in Peru and the European Union, and it only costs $9.97 a skein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=577d83ac1\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/a\u003e: 2 skiens (colour 12 Moss Green Mix)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mm\/US8 - 29\" circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 stitch marker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry\/darning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Our Project Notes with out Modifications\u2028 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/infinitude-scarf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOur project notes with out Modifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"FREE Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/infinitude-scarf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Final Assessment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis project was a WIN. Pattern: Good. Yarn: Goooood. Finished Product: Great!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP.S. the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/store-projects\/products\/paprika-cardigan-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"SWEATER (opens in a new tab)\"\u003eSWEATER\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the pictures is Paprika, make with Drops Brushed Alpaca and Silk, and the details are\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/store-projects\/products\/paprika-cardigan-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\" HERE (opens in a new tab)\"\u003e HERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30269990469735,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Drops_Air_Infinitude_Scarf_4_SQUARE.png?v=1571270202"},{"product_id":"handspun-art-yarn-cowl-project","title":"Handspun Art Yarn Cowl Project","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"CONTENT-TYPE\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta name=\"GENERATOR\" content=\"OpenOffice 4.1.5  (Unix)\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\n@page { size: 21.59cm 27.94cm; margin: 2cm }\n\t\tP { margin-bottom: 0.21cm }\n\t\tA:link { so-language: zxx }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first thing people say when they see\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Studioloo Handspun Art Yarn (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/studioloo-handspun\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStudioloo Handspun Art Yarn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis “What do you make with it?” The quantities are generous and the yarn generally does all the work, but there is still room to play around. I like the idea of using an art yarn as a launch-pad and expanding on the aesthetic with a different texture, colour, or both. This is also a great way to make the most of handspun yarn if you only have a small amount, or you definitely don’t have enough for a full scarf or cowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this pattern I’ve started with a skein of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/studioloo-handspun\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStudioloo Handspun Art Yarn\u003c\/a\u003e, knitted it in a simple garter stitch, which really makes the different colours and textures in the yarn pop. Then I finished the project with a contrasting commercial yarn (\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-spuntaneous\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Spuntaneous\u003c\/a\u003e) with a slightly different tension and stitch pattern (K2P2 rib). I decided to keep the colour between the two yarns consistent (beige) for the sake of simplicity, but I normally like a little contrast (I was thinking or cream or even navy blue as alternate choices). Both yarns are a single ply, but the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-spuntaneous\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Spuntaneous\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis thicker and loftier, and knits on larger needles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Courier New, monospace\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\"\u003eSkill Level: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Courier New, monospace\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\"\u003eBeginner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Courier New, monospace\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\"\u003eSize: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e33” long x 6” wide (lying flat)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Courier New, monospace\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan face=\"Open Sans, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003e1\u003cspan color=\"#000000\"\u003e skein \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/studioloo-handspun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eStudioloo Handspun Art Yarn\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e(yardages vary, ours was140m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\u003cspan color=\"#000000\"\u003e skein \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-spuntaneous\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\"\u003eCascade Spuntaneous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\"\u003e(200g\/100m)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7\u003cspan color=\"#000000\"\u003emm\/US10.75 needles\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9mm\/US13 needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapestry Needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/files\/Knitomatic_Handspun_Art_Yarn_Cowl.pdf?390\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Courier New, monospace\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\"\u003eGauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Open Sans, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/studioloo-handspun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandspun\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: 11 sts = 4”\/10cm with 7mm\/US10.75 in garter stitch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-spuntaneous\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCascade Spuntaneous\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: \u003cspan color=\"#000000\"\u003e13 sts = 4”\/10cm with 9mm\/US13 in K2P2 rib (unstretched)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee projects on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/studioloo-handspun-cowl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRavelry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knitomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30391536812135,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Studioloo_Handspun_Cowl_Friendship_is_Magic_SQUARE_a7c28100-1d30-40fa-8b32-4ad26324b14a.jpg?v=1571270204"},{"product_id":"felix-pullover-project","title":"Felix Pullover Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDetails\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recently finished this cozy sweater, and it's definitely a WIN! It was a quick, simple knit with a timeless appeal and pretty, knitterly details. The pattern, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Felix Pullover (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/felix-pullover\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFelix Pullover\u003c\/a\u003e, is a beginner friendly top-down sweater that knits in one piece (no seaming). It works up on 6mm\/US10 needles, so it makes a great project you can make AND wear THIS fall. We used two skeins of Cascade Eco+ Merino, which makes it an affordable project that comes in just over $75. It also makes a great gift to knit, should you happen to owe someone a sweater?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Yarn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter seeing clients make a few gorgeous \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Carbeths (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/carbeth\/yarns\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarbeths\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-merino-wool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+ Merino\u003c\/a\u003e I wanted to give it a go! I've been feeling a need for colour lately, but I thought the neutral light grey would make for a pretty, simple sweater and show off the design details. \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-merino-wool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+ Merino\u003c\/a\u003e is a soft, springy 100% South American merino wool, made in Bolivia. It's spongy and has a ton of body and memory (seriously, it stands up majestically, like gigantic fake boobs). The only thing I've found about this yarn is that it's very merino-ish, it creates great surface detail and would make gorgeous cables. The flip side is that it was slightly unforgiving when it came to weaving in the ends. I suggest splitting the strand when weaving in the tails, which will create less bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eYarn Alternatives\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=e2d6c2154\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDROPS AIR\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: The \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Felix Pullover (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/felix-pullover\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFelix Pullover\u003c\/a\u003e was originally written to be a looser knit on an aran weight yarn that blooms. If you want to try a lighter or airier version, try super soft \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Drops Air (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=e2d6c2154\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/a\u003e: 4(5, 6, 6, 7) balls. This would would make a sensational spring pullover which would look great over a tank top, or be a great sweater for warm climates and for people who run warm. This is also a super affordable option, running from $40 to $70 (depending on size).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=dad8ce23b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBERROCO VINTAGE CHUNKY\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: For a machine washable sweater or something for someone who is extra itchy or allergic, I'd go with \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Berroco Vintage Chunky (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=dad8ce23b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e: 5(6, 7, 7, 8) skeins. Vintage Chunky is also a pocket-book friendly choice, running from $40 to $80 for the project (depending on size).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/diamond-luxury-baby-alpaca-sport?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=051f78ba5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDIAMOND LUXURY BABY ALPACA SPORT\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: For an extra soft and drapey version, try \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Diamond Luxury Baby Alpaca Sport (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/diamond-luxury-baby-alpaca-sport?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=051f78ba5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiamond Luxury Baby Alpaca Sport\u003c\/a\u003e: 6(7, 8, 9, 9) skeins. NOTE: alpaca is VERY stretchy and you can probably go down a size from what you would normally wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-kestrel?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=fe6a77989\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQUNICE \u0026amp; CO KESTREL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Do you winter down south or live in a warm climate? I don't, but if I did I'd go for an aran\/chunky weight, machine washable linen like \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Quince \u0026amp; Co Kestrel: (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-kestrel?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=fe6a77989\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Kestrel:\u003c\/a\u003e 9(10, 12, 13, 14) skeins. NOTE: Linen is VERY stretchy and you can probably go down one or two sizes from what you would normally wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelix is supposed to fit a little bit oversized and casual. We made the second size, which is a medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS(M, L, XL, XL2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircumference at bust at underarm: 39 (43 ½, 48, 52 ½, 57)”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength from right front cast on to right neck edge: 21 (23, 24, 26, 27)”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Cascade Eco+ Merino (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-merino-wool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+ Merino\u003c\/a\u003e: 2(2, 2, 2, 3) skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mm\/US8-16\" and 24\" circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10-16\" and 24\" circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mm\/US double pointed needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10 double pointed needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitch markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapestry needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/felix-pullover\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern: Felix Pullover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30583433265255,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Cascade_Eco_Merino_Felix_Front_SQUARE.jpg?v=1571270204"},{"product_id":"copy-of-annabellas-cowl-project","title":"Geting Warmer Cowl Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGetting Warmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’m sorry it’s taken me so long to get this project out to you (it’s been in the store window for a couple of weeks already) – you know how it goes … Life! Anyway, I thought it would make a great little neck accessory as the temperature drops. I love little shoulderettes, they’re so cosy and are great for changing seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Getting Warmer (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/getting-warmer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGetting Warmer\u003c\/a\u003e, a FREE pattern, and we made it with a yarn that’s new for us,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Illimani Llama II (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/illimani-llama-ii\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIllimani Llama II\u003c\/a\u003e. Illimani is a little company located in Quebec that imports gorgeous yarns from South America, especially alpaca and other camelids, like llama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern is pretty straight forward and is fairly accessible for beginners (depending on your level of beginnerness, of course). The ‘special’ skills include knit \u0026amp; purl in the same row, working in the round on circular needles, decreasing, and reading a pattern. Basically, if you can make a hat, you can make a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/getting-warmer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGetting Warmer\u003c\/a\u003e. The project works up on 6mm\/US10 needles, so I think it qualifies as a “small, achievable goal”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBTW, many thanks to Adrienne for doing the heavy lifting on this project!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eYarn Options\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yarn we used,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/illimani-llama-ii\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIllimani Llama II\u003c\/a\u003e, was a delight! It is super soft and is made from 100% de-haired llama, so it basically feels like baby alpaca (de-haired means that when the fibre is being processed the coarser parts of the coat are removed, leaving only the soft undercoat).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther yarns options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-merino-wool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco Merino\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eone skein of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Cascade Eco Merino (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-merino-wool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco Merino\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewould make an entire\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/getting-warmer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGetting Warmer\u003c\/a\u003e, which would be pretty economical at $38.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Drops Air (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=786cd13c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: two skeins of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Drops Air (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=786cd13c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewould make a looser, more relaxed look, and the price tag would look sweet at under $20.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Diamond Baby Alpaca Sport (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/diamond-luxury-baby-alpaca-sport\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiamond Baby Alpaca Sport\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: three skeins of super soft ‘n sexy\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/diamond-luxury-baby-alpaca-sport\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiamond Baby Alpaca Sport\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewould make a neckie-thingie you’ll want to cozy up next to at the bar and offer to buy it a drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Berroco Vintage Chunky (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: three skeins of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill get the job done with style and grace for people who are sensitive to wool or are really good at wrecking things by putting them in the washing machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/mineville-merino-2ply?variant=19505091084391\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMineville Merino 2ply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: If you want a little colour, you can still scoop up 3 skeins of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/mineville-merino-2ply?variant=19505091084391\"\u003eMineville Merino 2ply\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom our Clearance section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Drops Brushed Alpaca and Silk (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-brushed-alpaca-silk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrops Brushed Alpaca and Silk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: if you want mega texture, go for a super soft mohair effect with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-brushed-alpaca-silk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Brushed Alpaca and Silk\u003c\/a\u003e. For a loose, airy texture knit with a single strand (3 skeins), and for a denser, warmer fabric work with 2 strands held together (6 skeins). Both options are super affordable, from $18 to $36.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/illimani-llama-ii\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIllimani Llama II\u003c\/a\u003e: 3 skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10 – 16″ needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10 – 24″ needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estitch markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapestry needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Free Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/getting-warmer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNeedle Hack\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don’t already have these needles in your kit, you might be interested in some Knitter’s Pride Interchangeable needles: you just buy one set of 3.5″ tips and two cords, and it saves having to purchase two separate circular needles. But note, you MUST get shorter tips that are 3.5″ to 4″ long! Any longer and they won’t work with the 16″ cord:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Knitter's Pride 6mm\/US10 - 3.5\u0026quot; Interchangeable tips  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/copy-of-knitters-pride-interchangeable-circular-needle-tips?variant=987991184\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitter’s Pride 6mm\/US10 – 3.5″ Interchangeable tips\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e(Dreamz wood or Nova metal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Knitter's Pride 16\u0026quot; interchangeable cord (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/knitters-pride-interchangeable-circular-needle-cords?variant=31740251273\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitter’s Pride 16″ Interchangeable cord\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Knitter's Pride 24\u0026quot; Interchangeable cord (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/knitters-pride-interchangeable-circular-needle-cords?variant=793814037\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitter’s Pride 24″ Interchangeable cord\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer Addi needles, they also make interchangeable tips that are the right length:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label='Addi Turbo 6mm\/US10 0 3.5\" short lace tips (opens in a new tab)' href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/addi-click-interchangeable-circular-needle-tips-individual-sets?variant=865407621\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAddi Turbo Click 6mm\/US10 0 3.5″ short lace tips\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label='Addi Turbo Click 16\" cord (opens in a new tab)' href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/addi-turbo-click-interchangeable-circular-knitting-needle-cords?variant=988178076\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAddi Turbo Click 16″ cord\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label='Addi Tubo Click 24\" cord (opens in a new tab)' href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/addi-turbo-click-interchangeable-circular-knitting-needle-cords?variant=12113445388414\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAddi Tubo Click 24″ cord\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shorter needles are ideal for making hats, neck things, baby things, and will always work with the longer cords from their respective brand. If you’re feeling like why not dive in and buy a whole set with a bunch of sizes (its usually more affordable than buying them one size at a time), here are a few brands who make them in the right size:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterchangeable Needle Sets (with 3.5″ to 4″ tips)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Addi Turbo Interchangeable Set - Short Lace Tips (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/addi-click-interchangeable-needle-set?variant=775840613\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAddi Turbo Interchangeable Set – Short Lace Tips: 3.5mm\/US4 to 8mm\/US11\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Chiaogoo Twist Red Lace Interchangeable Set - 2.75mm\/US2.5 to 10mm\/US15 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/chiaogootwist-red-lace-interchangeable-sets?variant=620313673737\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChiaogoo Twist Red Lace Interchangeable Set: 2.75mm\/US2.5 to 10mm\/US15\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Knitter's Pride Dreamz Special IC Set - 3.5mm\/US4 to 6mm\/US10) (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/knitters-pride-dreamz-symfonie-wood-interchangeable-circular-needle-deluxe?variant=793838113\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitter’s Pride Dreamz Special IC Set: 3.5mm\/US4 to 6mm\/US10\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Knitter's Pride Nova Plantina Special IC Set - (3.5mm\/US4 to 8mm\/US11) (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/knitters-pride-nova-platina-interchangeable-needle-sets?variant=2544668292\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitter’s Pride Nova Plantina Special IC Set: 3.5mm\/US4 to 8mm\/US11\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Knitter's Pride Ginger Wood Special IC Set - 3.25mm\/US3 to 12mm\/US17 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/knitters-pride-ginger-wood-interchangeable-circular-needle-sets?variant=12151765565566\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitter’s Pride Ginger Wood Special IC Set: 3.25mm\/US3 to 12mm\/US17\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Knitter's Pride Karbonz Carbon Fibre Special IC Set - 3.5mm\/US4 to 6mm\/US10 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/knitters-pride-karbonz-interchangeable-circular-needle-sets?variant=9485528965\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitter’s Pride Karbonz Carbon Fibre Special IC Set: 3.5mm\/US4 to 6mm\/US10\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Knit Picks Rainbow Wood Short Set  - 3.5mm\/US4 to 6mm\/US10 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/knit-picks-options-interchangeable-harmony-wood-needle-set?variant=27964412553\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnit Picks Rainbow Wood Short Set: 3.5mm\/US4 to 6mm\/US10\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30887308853351,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Illimani_Llama_2_Getting_Warmer_Cowl_SQUARE.jpg?v=1571421276"},{"product_id":"slouchy-angora-hat-project-1","title":"Slouchy Angora Hat Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSlouchy Angora Hat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a pattern I came up with YEARS ago, but I don't seem to have ever published it to Ravelry. I came across this utterly DIVINE yarn, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Phildar Pur Angora (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/phildar-pur-angora\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePhildar Pur Angora\u003c\/a\u003e, and I had to buy it, and then of course had to make something with it ... so the old \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Slouchy Angora Hat (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/store-patterns\/products\/slouchy-angora-hat\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSlouchy Angora Hat\u003c\/a\u003e pattern came out. I've re-edited and made some updates to the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hat is a basic, slouchy toque. You can wear it with the brim turned up and wear it as a watch-cap, down and slouchy, or turn the brim under and wear it as a beanie. It's pure angora, it does all the work! It is knit with 2 strands held together, in our sample we used one strand of black and one of the lighter grey, Perle, to create a marled effect. If that feels a little busy for you try using two strands of the same colour and make it a dense and delicious colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yarn is just so gorgeous and precious! I hold it and I'm like \"Oh hello you beautiful thing!\", and then I start talking to it like it's a baby with the fattest thighs I've ever seen. I like using different kinds of yarns, and once in a while using something and precious special REMINDS me that I'm special and precious (it seems like the further we get from that yummy baby fat the less we receive that kind of honour, so I undertake it myself).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note ... I am currently wearing the hat (brim turned under) and I'm not sure if it is influencing my writing, but I think that if it *is* inspiring me to love myself and treat myself well then it qualifies as an EXTRA-successful project\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eregardless\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eof any of it's other properties. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS(M, L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished Circumference: 17(19, 20.5)”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo approximately fit head circumference: 21(22, 23)\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2, 2) \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Phildar Pur Angora (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/phildar-pur-angora\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhildar Pur Angora\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (25g,109m\/123yds, 100% Angora)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5mm\/US7 (5mm\/US8, 5mm\/US8)-16” circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5mm\/US7 (5mm\/US8, 5mm\/US8) double pointed needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDarning\/Tapestry Needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 stitch marker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/store-patterns\/products\/slouchy-angora-hat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"FREE Pattern (opens in a new tab)\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConclusions \u0026amp; A Question\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'm definitely going to have to make a little beret and maybe a matching neck thing with this yarn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI also have an open ended mindfullness question for those of you who practice such things .... if you work on a project, and the entire time you are making it you intentionally think of about how precious you are (or whatever you choose), will you feel those emotions every time you wear the finished garment? Has anyone ever tried this? What would you call the practice? How did it turn out? .... It's pretty clear to me at this point that I'm going to have to try it and share. :-)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31085964492903,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Phildar_Pur_Angora_HAT_toque_SQUARE.png?v=1572553215"},{"product_id":"decemberist-project","title":"Decemberist Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDecemberist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease meet our latest success,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/decemberist\" aria-label=\"Decemberist (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDecemberist\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e! I’ve been eyeballing this pattern for a while and figured “What have I got to loose?!” It knits fast with super thick yarn on 9mm\/US13 needles (or larger if your yarn is accommodating). We used 3 balls of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-andes\" aria-label=\"Drops Andes (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Andes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein colour 8112, an icy blue, so it was a pretty affordable project too ($33). The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/decemberist\" aria-label=\"pattern (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epattern\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ewas straight-forward, and the lace is given in both written instructions and as a chart – it probably fits into an advanced-beginner\/intermediate skill level, and would probably make a decent introduction to lace knitting for anyone wanting to expand and explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, I think it is a very successful project, and it would make a great holiday gift knit (I kind of like that it looks like a substantial sized gift, even though it’s light on cost and labour). If you know someone with a cottage it would make an amazing wrap to snuggle up in at night or at the end of the season. Women who work in cold offices will also appreciate one of these. I also think that this wrap is so pretty that when your friends\/family\/colleagues see you wearing this they are going to ask you to make them one, so you might as well get ahead of the curve and start early. Will it look a little strange seeing the women in your office walking around wearing the same wrap in different colours? Maybe, but the Pointer Sisters rocked the look, so I say own it and be your best, favourite you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Your Decemberist\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to make yours larger the easiest way is to use a slightly thicker yarn with a larger needle.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/malabrigo-rasta?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c7fabd65b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" aria-label=\"Malabrigo Rasta (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMalabrigo Rasta\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(5 skeins) and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/cascade-spuntaneous?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=1cdff4dc8\u0026amp;_ss=r\" aria-label=\"Cascade Spuntaneous (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Spuntaneous\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(3 skeins) would both be great yarns to sub, and you can go up to a 12mm\/US17 needle with both of them. Unless you are a tight knitter, I would NOT increase the needle size for the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-andes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Andes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e; after blocking the fabric flows and drapes, its a beautiful tension (around 9 sts over 4″\/10cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you feel confident with your mathimagical abilities, you can also upsize the pattern by increasing the amount of stocking stitch you work before starting the lace. You’ll need to add an extra 36 sts to the stocking stitch section (so you’ll need to do an extra 6 repeats for “Section 1”, which would add an extra 12 rows). Depending on your tension, this should give you about an extra 3.75″\/9.5cm of depth and about 16″\/40cm in width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-andes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Andes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 skeins (shown in colour 8112) OR \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-wish\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-wish\"\u003eDrops Wish\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(4 skeins) OR \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/malabrigo-rasta?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c7fabd65b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" aria-label=\"Malabrigo Rasta (opens in a new tab)\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/malabrigo-rasta?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c7fabd65b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMalabrigo Rasta\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(5 skeins) OR \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/cascade-spuntaneous?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=1cdff4dc8\u0026amp;_ss=r\" aria-label=\"Cascade Spuntaneous (opens in a new tab)\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/cascade-spuntaneous?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=1cdff4dc8\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Spuntaneous\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(3 skeins)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9mm\/US13 – 36″ needles (or longer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca aria-label=\"jumbo stitch markers (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/notions\/products\/clover-stitch-markers?variant=789686205\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ejumbo stitch markers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(optional but VERY useful)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/decemberist\" aria-label=\"Pattern  (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeedle Hack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you don’t already own 9mm\/US13 needles (or larger) this might be a great opportunity to buy some \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/copy-of-knitters-pride-interchangeable-circular-needle-tips?variant=11358767237\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnitters Pride Interchangeable needles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. You’ll need a long \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/knitters-pride-interchangeable-circular-needle-cords\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecable\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efor this project, which is something you may not get a lot of use out of in the future (unless you’re going to get into making \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/search#pc=blanket\u0026amp;needles=9.0mm\u0026amp;sort=recently-popular\u0026amp;view=captioned_thumbs\" aria-label=\"Bulky Blankets (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBulky Blankets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which are awesome things in their own right). With interchangeable needles one pair of tips can become any length of circular needle from 24″ to 60″, and extra \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-wish\" aria-label=\"cords (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecords\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are a very reasonable $3.97 each (instead of $20 to $35 for a new pair of needles with a different length cord).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConclusions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis project is a two thumbs up! It’s pretty, fast, not too complicated, affordable, and giftable. I’m thinking about trying it again in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/malabrigo-rasta?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=ed984b44e\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=30972355739751\" aria-label=\"Malabrigo Rasta in 429 Cape Cod Grey (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMalabrigo Rasta in 429 Cape Cod Grey\u003c\/a\u003e, but I’ll wait a month or so in case you guys need the yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31164609265767,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Drops_Andes_Decemberist_Wall_SQUARE.png?v=1624050439"},{"product_id":"felix-cardigan-project","title":"Felix Cardigan Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFelix Cardigan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter we finished the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Felix Pullover (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/store-projects\/products\/felix-pullover-project\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFelix Pullover\u003c\/a\u003e I wanted to try the cardigan version of the sweater for myself, as a store sweater (as opposed to my home sweaters, or commuting sweaters - those are completely different categories of sweater). I was kind of dawdling, so it took me a while to complete, but it's actually a very quick knit and I don't think others would have a hard time getting through it. I also learned a few news things along the way! I love learning new things!!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:image {\"id\":25151,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"custom\"} --\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFit \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo the style is a bit oversized and is supposed to fit with positive ease, and I'd describe the style as demure. I made the smallest size and it's plenty roomy - after blocking it is 42\" in circumference in the bust (buttoned). The neckline is designed wide, and if you do a sewn\/tubular bind-off it will be even wider (I'll talk more the bind-off below) - which might be good if you have narrow shoulders like me. The fit feels cozy, comfy, and casual, and I don't feel like you can see much body underneath, partly because of the design and the yarn I used (\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-merino-wool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+ Merino\u003c\/a\u003e). There isn't any shaping through the body, but if some A-line shaping suited you it would be very easy to include.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThings I like:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. It makes my shoulders look bigger. 2. It looks good over a t-shirt, with skinny jeans . 3. It isn't too warm. 4. It's roomy for puffy days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThings I don't like:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. It's oversized so my shape gets lost (I always feel a bit lost in oversized garments).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:image {\"id\":25149,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"custom\"} --\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Yarn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter seeing clients make a few gorgeous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/carbeth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Carbeths (opens in a new tab)\"\u003eCarbeths\u003c\/a\u003e we made the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/store-projects\/products\/felix-pullover-project\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFelix Pullover\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-merino-wool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+ Merino\u003c\/a\u003e, and since I wanted some new colours in my wardrobe this winter so I gave this pretty periwinkle blue\/purple a go. \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-merino-wool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+ Merino\u003c\/a\u003e is a soft, springy 100% South American merino wool, made in Bolivia. Its spongy, springy and has a ton of body and memory. I think it would hold texrure beautifully and make a \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"dynamite cabled scarf (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/classic-cables-scarf-2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edynamite cabled scarf\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"cowl (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/cabled-cowl-90589ad\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecowl\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yarn was soft and easy to work with, and a nice quality at a good price. It wet blocked well, but it really looked fantastic after a good steaming. It's a neutral feeling yarn, and I think it's great for the price (by 'neutral' I mean it doesn't feel like it was made from sacred sheep and spun in a mill run by Disney princesses, employing a unionized workforce of well paid small animals and home accents with a background in musical theatre). If you want an \"OMG, did vestal virgins knit this sweater?!\" experience treat yourself to some \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Malabrigo Mecha (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/malabrigo-mecha?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=9f387f01a\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMalabrigo Mecha\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/diamond-luxury-baby-alpaca-sport?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=051f78ba5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiamond Luxury Baby Alpaca Sport\u003c\/a\u003e, you won't regret it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eYarn Alternatives\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"MALABRIGO MECHA (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/malabrigo-mecha?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=9f387f01a\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMALABRIGO MECHA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: This hand dyed, incredibly soft singly ply merino wool would hands-down make the MOST Stunning cardigan EVER! 6(7, 7, 8, 9) skeins would make a cardigan you'll never want to take off. I'd opt for one of the semi-solid colourways, otherwise you'll lose the pretty lace detail in the shoulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/diamond-luxury-baby-alpaca-sport?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=051f78ba5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDIAMOND LUXURY BABY ALPACA SPORT\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: For an extra soft and drapey version, try \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/diamond-luxury-baby-alpaca-sport?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=051f78ba5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiamond Luxury Baby Alpaca Sport\u003c\/a\u003e: 6(7, 8, 9, 9) skeins. NOTE: alpaca is VERY stretchy and you can probably go down a size from what you would normally wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=e2d6c2154\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDROPS AIR\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: The pattern was originally written to be a looser knit on an aran weight yarn that blooms. If you want to try a lighter or airier version, try super soft \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=e2d6c2154\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/a\u003e: 4(5, 6, 6, 7) balls. This would would make a sensational spring pullover which would look great over a tank top, or be a great sweater for warm climates and for people who run warm. This is also a super affordable option, running from $40 to $70 (depending on size).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=dad8ce23b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBERROCO VINTAGE CHUNKY\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: For a machine washable sweater or something for someone who is extra itchy or allergic, I'd go with \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=dad8ce23b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e: 5(6, 7, 7, 8) skeins. Vintage Chunky is also a pocket-book friendly choice, running from $50 to $80 for the project (depending on size).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-kestrel?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=fe6a77989\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQUNICE \u0026amp; CO KESTREL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Do you winter down south or live in a warm climate? I don't, but if I did I'd go for an aran\/chunky weight, machine washable linen like \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-kestrel?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=fe6a77989\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Kestrel:\u003c\/a\u003e 9(10, 12, 13, 14) skeins. NOTE: Linen is VERY stretchy and you can probably go down one or two sizes from what you would normally wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelix is supposed to fit a little bit oversized and casual. I made the first size, which is a small but fits oversized and loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS(M, L, XL, XL2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircumference at bust at underarm: 39 (43 ½, 48, 52 ½, 57)”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength from right front cast on to right neck edge: 22 (24, 25, 27, 28)”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cascade-eco-merino-wool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Eco+ Merino\u003c\/a\u003e: 2(2, 2, 3, 3) skeins, colour 24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mm\/US8-16\" and 24\" circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10-16\" and 24\" circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mm\/US double pointed needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10 double pointed needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitch markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapestry needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Pattern: Felix Pullover (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/felix-cardigan\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern: Felix Cardigan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/felix-cardigan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"My Ravelry Notes (opens in a new tab)\"\u003eMy Ravelry Notes\u003c\/a\u003e (for modifications for button-bands and neck ribbing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:image --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearnings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the very start of this wall-o-text I mentioned that I learned things, so here are my learnings!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1. Sewn\/Tubular Bind Off is STRETCHY\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern suggests using a tubular bind-off, but you can use any kind of bind off you like. I figured I would give the Tubular-Bind off a go to see how it worked out, what it's benefits and deficits were. Just to make sure we are on the same page, I used \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"THIS TUTORIAL for a Long Tail Tubular Bind-Off (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/long-tail-tubular-bind-off\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTHIS TUTORIAL for a Long Tail Tubular Bind-Off\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first the sewn bind-off looked like it would pull-in a lot and I'd have problems maintaining the shape of the garment. I think if you did the bind-off too tight this could end up being a problem, but at a normal or loose tension it is definitely not a concern. I did not really understand how stretchy this bind off can be until I wet blocked the sweater, at which point it really went to town! The bind-off edge was most sensitive on the front button bands and the neck-line, the edge on the cuffs was the most resilient. To get them back into shape I gave them a good steam, but the neck-line might need reinforcing down the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of a Tubular Bind-Off\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1. It makes a nice edge. 2. It's very stretchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeficits of a Tubular Bind-Off:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. It takes time and patience, since it's basically grafting\/Kitchener stitch. 2. It's very stretchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConclusions: \u003c\/strong\u003ePick your poison. I would probably do it again for the sleeve cuffs and the bottom of the sweater, \u003cem\u003epossibly\u003c\/em\u003e for the button bands, but definitely not for the neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e2. Steam is Good!\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI bought a little \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"hand-held garment steamer (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/gp\/product\/B01N1QE5ME\/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehand-held garment steamer\u003c\/a\u003e on Amazon and I really like it! The stitches all fell into place beautifully, the places where the fabric had stretched bounced back, and the fibre looks great. I am now pro-steamer garment blocking. (BTW, did you know that Amazon has a discount section called \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Warehouse Deals (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/s?me=AUJBRIGYRJ3Q8\u0026amp;marketplaceID=A2EUQ1WTGCTBG2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWarehouse Deals\u003c\/a\u003e? I think it's stuff people have returned, so mostly opened boxes and superficially blemished products.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3. The Perfect Sweater\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've been mulling around ideas about my understanding of perfectionism, which seems to be something that comes into play when people are learning. I don't know if I've nailed anything down yet, but I definitely see that I've been carrying around some perfectionist ideals, and they really hold me back and keep me from feeling satisfied. When I make a sweater for myself I usually have a subconscious fantasy desire, I want it to be perfect, which for me means it's my favourite thing EVER. I made this sweater to explore a bit (and have a new sweater), and part of that exploration was how I feel about pursuing things that aren't absolutely phantasmagorical. At no point was this sweater a \"This is going to be my favourite sweater EVER\" type of project, and that's really forced me to put myself outside of the safe and familiar. Don't get me wrong, its a good sweater, and a nice sweater, I'm wearing it right now and you'll see me wearing it around the store on a regular basis, but it isn't my fantasy sweater. But who knows, maybe I'll come to love wearing it around the store, and it'll be my favourite store sweater? Maybe I'll make another? Or maybe it will help me to try something new, and then another thing that's new, and then a whole bunch of new things until \"favourite\" takes on a whole new meaning to me? Maybe this wasn't so much a \"Learning\" as a \"Growing\"?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31267372302439,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Cascade_Eco_Merino_Felix_Cardigan_3_SQUARE.png?v=1573772581"},{"product_id":"barbara-cowl-project","title":"Barbara Cowl Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBarbara\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease forgive me for falling behind, I’m still catching up on my blogging (and knitting, and other things) … why does December have to consume such a large part of January? Anyway, I wanted to show you another success story, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Barbara (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/barbara-cowl\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBarbara\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a simple knit, and a free pattern, and makes for a nice splash of colour mid-way through winter. We used 2 skeins of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Malabrigo Rios (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/malabrigo-rios?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=9d96a8481\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMalabrigo Rios\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein colour 96 Sunset (I thought it would nice and sunny looking forward to spring, like Pantone colour\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Saffron (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pantone.com\/color-intelligence\/fashion-color-trend-report\/fashion-color-trend-report-new-york-spring-summer-2020\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSaffron\u003c\/a\u003e), but any worsted weight yarn will do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMods\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/barbara-cowl\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBarbara\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis knit lengthwise like a scarf and then seamed, so it isn’t particularly technically advanced. You can seam it into a regular loop or a mobius loop, whatever tickles your fancy. If you wanted to turn it into a scarf I’d work about 1.5″ in K1P1 rib at each end to give it a nice finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/malabrigo-rios?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=9d96a8481\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMalabrigo Rios\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 skeins (show in 96 Sunset)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5mm\/US9 needles (straight or circular)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry or darning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"FREE Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/barbara-cowl-2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOther Yarns\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarbara would of course look great in other yarns … I can see a nice fluffy version made with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Drops Air  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=09598e32a\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Air\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e(3 skeins). Something classic in a heathered colour would be great made with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Cascade 220 Superwash (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/cadcade-220-superwash-heathered-colours\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade 220 Superwash\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(2 skeins\/5mm-US8 needles) – a great knit for anyone who likes things simple. Personally, I’m really into\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Fibre Co. Road to China Light (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/fibre-co-road-to-china-light\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFibre Co. Road to China Light\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eright now, I can see it making a super sexy accessory I’d never want to take off (3 skeins\/4mm-US6 needles) … oh god, please help me, I think I just fell down a rabbit hole …. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31871779962983,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Rios_Barbara_7_SQUARE.jpg?v=1580249985"},{"product_id":"berroco-nera-shrug-project","title":"Nera Shrug Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNera\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis little shrug was a gift from Berroco yarns, so we didn't actually make it ... but we totally could have! Very easily, in fact! Its a nice little cotton shrug for spring \u0026amp; summer, knit on big-ish needles (6mm\/US10). The fit is easy and the construction isn't too involved. Wear it over a dress, a shirt, a tank or a cami, with jeans, a skirt, a romper, knickers ... you name it, it goes with it! Plus, it makes a great little 'office sweater' when the weather gets warmer and the office temperature gets colder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI especially love the yarn, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-estiva?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=a8f4d70cd\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Estiva\u003c\/a\u003e, a bulky weight cotton tape that's really lovely to knit with and to wear. I've used it before for our \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Beach Wrap (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/store-projects\/products\/beach-wrap-in-estiva-project\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBeach Wrap\u003c\/a\u003e, a \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Deschain Pullover (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/store-projects\/products\/deschain-pullover-project\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDeschain Pullover\u003c\/a\u003e, and a new pattern I designed that's coming out soon. It knits up in a slow monochrome gradient, giving the colour some interest without making you look like you're wearing Joseph's Technicolor Dream-coat. Plus, we have some gorgeous new colours this year (see pictures below), so you've got even more inspiration to choose from!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBust (closed): 36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60)\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 15½ (16, 16, 16½, 16½, 17, 17)\" (including lower ribbing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShown in size 40\" with approximately 5\" of ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Berroco Estiva (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-estiva?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=a8f4d70cd\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Estiva\u003c\/a\u003e: 3 (3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4) cakes in colour 2634 Tradewind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5mm\/US9 - 29\" circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10 - 29\" circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpare knitting needle: 6mm\/US10 (for 3 needle bind off)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewaste yarn to hold stitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/nera\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Pattern  (opens in a new tab)\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sides, including sleeves and yoke of this garment are worked in one piece from sleeve cuff to center back. The sides are joined at center back using a 3-needle bind off. The lower ribbing is then picked up and worked down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure gradient pattern is similar to the sample shown, work from the cakes as follows for sizes 36–52\": Start at the beginning (dark-coloured) part of a new cake for each sleeve, using remaining yarn to knit the lower section and neckband. For sizes 56\" and 60\", 2 cakes of yarn are used through out. Alternate cakes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a linen version with lots of drape try using \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Quince \u0026amp; Co Kestrel (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/quince-and-co-kestrel?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=6660132ae\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuince \u0026amp; Co Kestrel\u003c\/a\u003e yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31994486128743,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Berroco_Estiva_Nera_Bolero_front_Dress_SQUARE.jpg?v=1582758359"},{"product_id":"olive-poncho-wrap-project","title":"Berroco Olive Poncho\/Wrap Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one’s for the new knitters, the prodigal knitters, and the more seasoned knitters who are struggling with what I affectionately call “pandemic brain”. This FREE pattern from Berroco is a very simple, very beginner-friendly poncho\/wrap. It’s basically a big rectangle that’s seamed up the side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSkills Required\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNothing fancy, bust the basics …. I’ve linked to video tutorials for all of the skills:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarting \u0026amp; Finishing:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knittinghelp.com\/videos\/cast-on\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCast On\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u0026amp;\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knittinghelp.com\/videos\/binding-off\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCast Off\/Bind Off\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitches:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knittinghelp.com\/videos\/knitting-tips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRibbing (knitting \u0026amp; purling in the same row)\u003c\/a\u003e {\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knittinghelp.com\/videos\/knit-stitch\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnit Stitch\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knittinghelp.com\/videos\/purl-stitch\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePurl Stitch\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knittinghelp.com\/videos\/knitting-tips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeaming (mattress stitch)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u0026amp;\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knittinghelp.com\/videos\/knitting-tips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWeaving in the Ends\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knittinghelp.com\/videos\/knitting-tips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFixing Mistakes\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall\/Medium (Large\/XL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e22 (24)” wide x 46 (54)” long (before sewing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShown in size Small\/Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: 4(5) skeins of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-vintage\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(our sample is in colour 5199 … I especially love the heathered colours in this yarn)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedles: 5.5mm\/US9\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/knitters-pride-straight-needles?variant=28173905993\" target=\"_blank\"\u003estraight (14″ long )\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/clover-takumi-circular-knitting-needles-16-40cm?variant=788982677\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecircular (29″ or longer) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eneedles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/notions\/products\/clover-darning-needles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etapestry or darning needle (the Clover Chibis 339 or 340 are both great)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/sites\/default\/files\/downloads\/patterns\/Berroco_Olive_v3.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFREE pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMore Yarn Options\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pattern calls for or 800(1000)m of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/Worsted-Weight\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eworsted weight yarn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you’ve got lots of options ….\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/malabrigo-rios\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalabrigo Rios:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4(5) skeins … Rios is a beautiful hand-dyed, super soft machine washable merino wool. The dyeing is spectacular, you’ll fall in love with your poncho immediately!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-air\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrops Air:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6(7) skeins … this light as air yarn has a soft halo of baby alpaca that makes is beautiful to work with and incredibly cozy to wear!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/cascade-220-superwash\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCascade 220 Superwash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: 4(5) skeins … this 100% peruvian wool is machine washable, easy to work with, and comes in a broad spectrum of beautiful colours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/berroco-comfort-print\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBerroco Comfort Stripes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: 4(5) skeins … this yarn is soft, easy to care for (machine wash and dryable) and comes in a bunch of bright, fun colours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-brushed-alpaca-silk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Brushed Alpaca \u0026amp; Silk:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6(8) balls …\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/store-projects\/products\/brushed-alpaca-nuvem-wrap-project\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewe’ve made a wrap with this yarn before\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eso it’s gonna be gorgeous! Super soft, light and fluffy, this yarn is like wearing a cloud. I wouldn’t recommend it for new knitters, but advanced-beginners should be fine with it, and intermediate knitters won’t have a problem. Needles on the pointier side will be helpful with this yarn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32206756577383,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/BerrocoVintageOliveSQUARE.jpg?v=1587156487"},{"product_id":"copy-of-deschain-pullover-project","title":"Love Note Pullover Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLove Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMy assessment of Love Note is it’s a WIN! The fabric is very light and airy, and because of the alpaca in the yarn it’s probably better suited for weather that’s under 10 degrees celsius, but I file that under NEVER ENOUGH SWEATERS. Anyway, I would totally make it again. It was a straight forward pattern, very uncomplicated and easy to follow. I used \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/illimani-amelie\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/illimani-amelie\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIllimani Amelie\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eand I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it! The blown yarn was ideal, it’ll look great over a tank top. I love that the pattern comes in kids and baby sizes, I might make one for my niece in pink or aqua. As I was working I was also thinking that it might make a great summer sweater knit up in a summer yarn like Quince \u0026amp; Co Kestrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe pattern is EXTREMELY size-inclusive, it runs from a baby 0-6 months up to an adult 5XL (72″ bust). I’m thinking matching mommy\/baby sweaters? Sibling sweaters? Cousin sweaters? BFF sweaters? The opportunities are endless. The baby and child sizes are an ideal opportunity to use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=04313b218\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=04313b218\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – my mom always said you can put a baby in anything, that they can’t complain, but I beg to differ – they seem to be adept at wailing their adorable little heads off for as long as they feel uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0-6 mo (6-12 mo, 1-2 yrs, 2-4 yrs, 4-6 yrs, 6-8 yrs, 8-10 yrs, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdult XS, S, M, L, XL-XXL, 3XL-4XL, 5XL\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFinished Chest Measurement: 24.5 (25.5, 26.5, 28.6, 30.5, 32.5, 34.5, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e38.5, 41.5, 44.5, 48.5, 56.5, 66.5, 72.5”\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYarn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=04313b218\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=04313b218\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (cropped version): 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4, 4, 5, 5, 6, 8, 9\u003c\/strong\u003e) skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=04313b218\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-air?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=04313b218\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (regular version): 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 4, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9\u003c\/strong\u003e) skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/illimani-amelie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eIllimani Amelie \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(cropped version): 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4, 4, 5, 5, 6, 8, 9\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e) skeins\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/illimani-amelie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ellimani Amelie \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(regular version): 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 4, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9\u003c\/strong\u003e) skeins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e6mm\/US10 circular needles (length depends on the size you’re making, interchangeable needles are good for this project)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4.5mm\/US7 circular needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e6mm\/US10 double-pointed needles (or alternative – I managed to use 16″ circulars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4.5mm\/US7 double-pointed needles (or alternative … 12″ circulars worked well)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003escrap yarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estitch markers (optional but useful in the lace)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/love-note\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/love-note\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32806490177639,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/DropsAirLoveNote1SQUARE.jpg?v=1599252664"},{"product_id":"four-square-pullover-project","title":"Four Score Pullover Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/four-score\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFour Score\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eis a great sweater project for newbies or just people whose skill threshold isn’t advanced, but they want to try and do something more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sweater is worked flat in four pieces, on two straight needles (or circular if you prefer) and sewn up later using mattress stitch. The back and front are the same. A generous 4×4 rib pattern makes this a stretchy, flattering sweater with a bit of cling. It is designed to be worn with 3-6” of ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yarn,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-air\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, is also super accessible. It’s super soft, light as air (hence the name), fluffy (which can be both cozy *and* forgiving), and affordable. I think this project is one you’ll love making as well as snuggling into. It’s a good thing many people are working from home, because when people see your new sweater they are going to ask you to make them one!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished Bust: 34(37.5, 41, 45, 49, 52.75) inches or 85(94, 102.5, 112.5, 122.5, 132)cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweater is designed to be worn with 3-6” of positive ease (extra space between the sweater and your body)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/yarn\/products\/drops-air\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrops Air\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: 6(6, 7, 8, 9, 10) skeins ... s\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eample knit in Drops Air in colourway Fog.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5mm\/US7 needles (13″ straight or 29″or longer circular)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitch markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapestry needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/four-score\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSkills \u0026amp; Techniques\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe skills and techniques used in this project are not complicated! The most advanced skill is seaming. Don’t let seaming scare you, it isn’t complicated, you just have to do it to practice it. The yarn that this project is made with is a great canvas to learn on – you don’t have to be perfect, the fuzzy aura will obscure so many sins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecast on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eknit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epurl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003essk (slip, slip, knit – an easy type of decrease)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eknit 2 together (a very easy type of decrease)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epurl 2 together (a very easy type of decrease)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebind off in rib (knit the knit stitches, purl the purl stitches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eseaming with mattress stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOnline Support\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re looking for help on the interweb I always recommend the following two resources to new knitters:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/knittinghelp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnittinghelp.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: All the basics with great videos and photos!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/verypink.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery Pink Knits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: I usually just google whatever I’m searching for (ex. “knit 2 together”) and “very pink knits” and the right video pops up!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32822476374119,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/FourScoreSQUARE1.jpg?v=1599844396"},{"product_id":"copy-of-chevron-baby-blanket-project","title":"First Winter Baby Blanket Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis pattern popped up on Ravelry last week and I think it’s absolutely brilliant in its simplicity. It’s a baby blanket that turns into a bunting – genius! It uses 3 skeins of one of my favourite yarns, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/malabrigo-rios?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d034fa204\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/malabrigo-rios?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d034fa204\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eMalabrigo Rios\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, an incredibly soft, hand-dyed machine washable merino wool from Uruguay. The knitting is pretty basic, just garter stitch and seed stitch, so it’s accessible to knitters of all skill levels. The \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/first-winter-blanket\" aria-label=\"pattern is FREE (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/first-winter-blanket\"\u003epattern is FREE\u003c\/a\u003e, so Yay!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlus, the manufacturer, \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"http:\/\/www.malabrigoyarn.com\/about-us-8#.XTh2ZJNKjBI\" aria-label=\"Malabrigo Yarns (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.malabrigoyarn.com\/about-us-8#.XTh2ZJNKjBI\"\u003eMalabrigo Yarns\u003c\/a\u003e, is committed to employing women who lack job opportunities, ecological sustainability and ethical animal husbandry. These things are important, and while it may sound kooky, I increasingly think that all the parts of the manufacturing process end up *in* the product. Trendy isn’t enough for me – I want more, I want better, I want JOY.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Malabrigo Rios (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/malabrigo-rios?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d034fa204\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMalabrigo Rios\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 skeins (1 in each of 3 colours)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mm needles (straight or circular)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estitch markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erow counter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 buttons (15mm to 25mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/first-winter-blanket\" aria-label=\"FREE Pattern (opens in a new tab)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFREE Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32822633627751,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/RiosfirstblanketSQUARE1.jpg?v=1599849030"},{"product_id":"gambit-cowl-capelet-project","title":"Gambit Cowl\/Capelet Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGambit\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/gambit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGambit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a great little capelet designed to be worn OVER outerwear – clever and stylin’! It’s knit in super bulky yarn, so it’s a satisfying, quick little knit. We used \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/malabrigo-rasta\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMalabrigo Rasta\u003c\/a\u003e, we couldn’t *not* indulge in it’s ridiculous softness and depth of colour. If Rasta is a bit too precious for your needs you can also use Cascade Spuntaneous or Drops Andes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes on the Pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pattern involves a few techniques that newbies might be unfamiliar with (short rows, provisional cast on, grafting\/kitchener stitch) and is not for the absolute beginner – an advanced beginner should be fine with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shaping is created with short rows, so you’ll have to be diligent and keep track of your rows. I found that I didn’t like the type of short row technique used in the pattern, it left gaps (I don’t know if this is because I used a different yarn than the original design). I changed to regular, old fashioned\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.knittingdaily.com\/glossary\/short-rows-knit-side\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWrap \u0026amp; Turn (W\u0026amp;T) short rows\u003c\/a\u003e. Luckily, in garter stitch you don’t need to unwrap short rows, which makes things much easier. I worked to one stitch less than the number specified for the short row in the pattern, wrapped the next stitch, and turned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKNIT HACK\u003c\/strong\u003e: To help keep track and stay oriented I put a locking stitch marker in the stitch every time I did a short row.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe garment is knit flat and joined together using kitchener stitch – anther happy discovery was that\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.jessicabiscoe.co.uk\/archives\/work-kitchener-stitch-garter-stitch\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egrafting in garter stitch\u003c\/a\u003e is a bit simpler than in stocking stitch. You are going to start the project with a provisional cast on (a cast on using scrap yarn), I like using the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.stitchdiva.com\/tutorials\/knitting\/provisional-cast-on\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecrochet or ‘chained’ cast on\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emethod, the scrap yarn comes out extremely easily.  I wove in the ends using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/2011\/07\/14\/weaving-in-your-ends\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eduplicate stitch\u003c\/a\u003e and you can’t see them at all!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne more thing,  full disclosure – I accidentally used the wrong size needles (9mm\/US13). Yup, even knitting store owners grab the wrong size on occasion. The capelet came out fine after blocking (our mannequin is on the small size and doesn’t move around much), but you should use 10mm\/US15 needles to get the appropriate tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYarn Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/products\/malabrigo-rasta\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMalabrigo Rasta\u003c\/a\u003e: 3(4) skeins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/cascade-spuntaneous?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=de8f60bb6\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCascade Spuntaneous\u003c\/a\u003e:  3(4) skeins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-andes?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3c101593d\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eDrops Andes\u003c\/a\u003e:  3(4) skeins {use 9mm\/US13 needles with this yarn)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/knitomatic.myshopify.com\/collections\/needles\/Needles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e10mm\/US15 needles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra large needle for finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry\/darning needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elocking stitch markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003escrap yarn \u0026amp; large crochet hook (for cast on)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/gambit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern via Ravelry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic\/gambit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOur Project Notes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32909536133223,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/Gambit_Rasta__2_medium2_1.png?v=1602265275"},{"product_id":"copy-of-hack-pantyhose-yarn-management","title":"SKILLS Tension \u0026 Gauge","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI’m so sorry, but I feel like it’s time for us to have ‘the talk’ …. about tension and gauge. Seasoned knitters can probably skip to the end, but over the last half year there have been a lot of new knitters coming into the fold, and they could use a little support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is Tension and\/or Gauge?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTension or gauge is the way knitting and crochet is measured mathematically. It represents the relationship between the size of your needles and the thickness of your yarn. It is math, and we check it to try and figure out the size and proportions of the garment we want to make. If your needles are too small in size for your yarn your tension will be too tight, the fabric will be too tight and rug-like, and the garment will come out smaller. Similarly, if your needles are too large in size for your yarn, your tension will be too loose, the textile will be too loose, open and floppy, and the size will be too large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhy Can’t You Skip over it or Estimate it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrimarily, tension is numbers, math, as in the bones and sinews of the universe, the laws of nature. You can’t cheat nature … well, you can try, but you will *not* like the results. An accurate tension swatch gives you the information you need to make an informed decision about how to proceed with your sweater. If your number of stitches is smaller than the one given in the pattern, your sweater will be too big, and if it is larger than theirs it will come out too small. Major bummer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSecondarily, tension varies from person to person, everyone holds their yarn a little bit differently, so even if you are using the same yarn and needles as someone else, your work may not come out at the same tension. Furthermore, peoples’ tension can change from time to time, depending on their emotional and psychological state. Unsurprisingly, when you’re in a tense place you knit tighter, when you’re relaxed you knit looser. For example, my tension has always been fairly consistent, but after I took up meditation my tension loosened up. Another good example are my\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic?set=haley-special\u0026amp;view=thumbnail\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/knitomatic?set=haley-special\u0026amp;view=thumbnail\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e“Haley Special” sweaters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– over the years I’ve made 6 iterations of the same sweater using the same yarn, pattern and needles and I’ve noticed that the tension on each is a little bit different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThirdly, if you want to get really niggly, the tension on balls of yarn can vary from colour to colour and dye lot to dye lot. Some times the milling process changes and the yarn is slightly different. The tension on an older ball of yarn may not be exactly the same as a more current version of itself. This doesn’t happen very often, but I’ve seen it happen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow NOT to Measure Tension\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost people start off knitting their tension swatches incorrectly, but IT’S NOT YOUR FAULT, it’s the system! This is because knitting patterns are kind of like cooking recipes – they’re a set of directions and they assume that you already know how to do the techniques they are directing you to do. Much like a cooking recipe doesn’t teach you how to crack an egg, a knitting pattern will most likely not explain how to knit a tension swatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost people learn about tension the hard way … on their first sweater. They find a pattern and the ‘yarn people’ tell them to knit a tension swatch before casting on. The pattern says the tension is “18 sts \u0026amp; 24 rows = 4″\/10cm” in stocking stitch, and so they cast on 18 stitches and knit away. Maybe the swatch comes out 4″, and maybe it doesn’t. (I usually hear about it when it doesn’t, and that generally leads to a mini-intervention.) Unfortunately, this is NOT the correct way to measure your tension, because it doesn’t give you the accurate information you need to make sure your garment will fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to Measure Tension (Properly)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSwatching is an expedition in information gathering, and you need to make sure that your recon is accurate, otherwise it isn’t going to help you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou need to make a larger piece of fabric, ideally something around 6″ x 6″. To find this number take the suggested tension of the yarn ball-band (ex. 18 sts = 4″) and multiply it by 1.5. If the yarn label gives you a number in one inch, multiply that by 6.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWork your swatch in the stitch pattern described in the pattern’s gauge information. If a pattern calls for a K2P2 rib working your swatch in stocking stitch won’t give you the information you are looking for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWash your swatch and dry it in the way you will launder the finished garment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasure the number of stitches and rows over 4 inches\/10cm on the INSIDE of the swatch. The stitch tension on the edges is wonky, try to avoid them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther Useful Things to Know\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTry to swatch with the needles you expect to be knitting with. Different materials and needle lengths can result in different tensions. For example, I find I knit tighter on metal needles than I do on wood. Also, any time I use 16″ circular needles or shorter my tension tightens up, and it is not the same as when I knit on the same size, longer circumference needles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you are swatching for a garment made in the round you need to swatch in the round. This is because your knit and your purl stitches don’t have exactly the same tension. A demo of how to swatch in the round is\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/verypink.com\/2014\/12\/10\/stellar-swatching\/\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/verypink.com\/2014\/12\/10\/stellar-swatching\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, the technique starts at 2:56.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSwatches are a good source of extra yarn if you need to mend your finished sweater. I often label mine, pack them up in a little ziplock bag and throw it in my sewing basket just in case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI label my swatches with the pertinent information, because I will inevitably immediately forget what it is, the size needle I used, and the tension measurement. Sometimes I also take a photo and upload the details into Ravelry for potential later use (because I’ll probably misplace my swatch too).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSwatch Demo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbove is some swatching I recently completed. I wanted to know how a new yarn,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-melody?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=dec1f1a3b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/drops-melody?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=dec1f1a3b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrops Melody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, would knit up on different sized needles and holding multiple strands together, so I swatched it. Whenever I changed needle size I worked a purl row to differentiate the two sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHere’s a section of my swatch being measured. The ruler is in the centre of the piece, the green line represents 4 inches, and I tired to highlight the stitches with the yellow “V”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"jp-post-flair\" class=\"sharedaddy sd-like-enabled sd-sharing-enabled\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sharedaddy sd-sharing-enabled\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32913140023399,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/tension-gauge-1.jpg?v=1602431628"},{"product_id":"fern-lake-blanket-kit-special-order","title":"Berroco Fern Lake Blanket Kit PRE-ORDER","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRE-ORDER Kit  (see below for details)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you’re fireside indoors or out we love how Fern Lake blanket will make you feel at your coziest. A simple ombre texture flows through the blanket in a simple rhythmic stitch pattern. You’ll love making this blanket as well as getting cozy beneath it. Fern lake is designed with\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-lanas\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-lanas\"\u003eBerroco Lanas\u003c\/a\u003e (colour combos that start with 'L')\u003c\/strong\u003e, a 100% Peruvian wool yarn. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade from a special blend of South American wools, Lanas is a classic yarn with a soft touch and beautiful luster. We also also making these kits available in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2fd17a341\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2fd17a341\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eBerroco Vintage\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(colour combos that start with 'V')\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is machine washable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eFinished Projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/fern-lake\/people\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eRavelry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/fernlakeblanket\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e#fernlakeblanket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximately 45\" wide x 68\" long (lap or sofa blanket sized). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Includes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13 skeins of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-lanas\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-lanas\"\u003eBerroco Lanas\u003c\/a\u003e (L) \u003c\/strong\u003eor\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2fd17a341\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2fd17a341\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eBerroco Vintage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (V): \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e2 balls each of C1 and C5; 3 balls each of C2, C3, and C4 (shown in Berroco Lanas colourway L1: Greens \u0026amp; Golds)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/patterns\/fern-lake\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/patterns\/fern-lake\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit does NOT include\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5mm\/US7 - 32\" circular needles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"field-items\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarn Substitutions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"field-items\"\u003eIf you would prefer a different fibre blend for your project we can substitute the following yarns:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" class=\"field-items\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Washable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-ultra-wool\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-ultra-wool\"\u003eBerroco Ultra Wool\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(100% Supewash Peruvian Wool, $15.47\/skein)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-comfort\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-comfort\"\u003eBerroco Comfort\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e50% Super Fine Acrylic, 50% Super Fine Nylon, good for care homes, 9.97\/skein\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2fd17a341\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2fd17a341\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eBerroco Vintage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (52% Acrylic, 40% Wool, 8% Nylon; $9.97\/skein)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-remix\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-remix\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Remix\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(recycled - \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30% Nylon, 27% Cotton, 24% Acrylic, 10% Silk, 9% Linen; $15.97)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand Wash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-ultra-alpaca\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-ultra-alpaca\"\u003eBerroco Ultra Alpaca\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(50% Super Fine Alpaca, 50% Peruvian Wool, $16.97\/skein)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-ultra-alpaca-natural\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-ultra-alpaca-natural\"\u003eBerroco Ultra Alpaca Natural\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e50% Super Fine Alpaca, 50% Peruvian Wool,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e$16.97\/skein\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRE-ORDER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese kits as a special-order and aren’t stocking them in the store on a regular basis -\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e you have the option to order it any time (it will be available to purchase as long as the manufacturer makes it available to us). Your kit will ship or be available for pick-up once it arrives, and we will contact you. If you need your kit for a specific date please let us know and we can find out if it’s feasible. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Cok9bPPwGPw\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Berroco","offers":[{"title":"V1: Forest Greens VINTAGE (2 x 5179, 5177; 3 x 5192, 51132, 5175))","offer_id":38081947435194,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V2: Browns \u0026 Blues VINTAGE 2 x 5103, 5187; 3 x 5105, 5101, 5170)","offer_id":38082017263802,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V3: Golds \u0026 Blues (2 x 5144, 5187; 3 x 5127, 5108, 5170)","offer_id":38082031059130,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V4: Browns \u0026 Denims VINTAGE (2 x 5103, 51182; 3 x 5105, 5101, 51184)","offer_id":38082019197114,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V5: Greys, Cream \u0026 Black VINTAGE (2 x 5189, 5145; 3 x 5106, 5101, 5107)","offer_id":38081841758394,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V6: Reds VINTAGE (2 x 5182, 5181; 3 x 51181, 5151, 5173)","offer_id":38081882390714,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V7: Blues \u0026 Purples VINTAGE (2 x 5197, 5190; 3 x 5172, 5116, 5183)","offer_id":38082022473914,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V8: Brights VINTAGE (2 x 51130, 51134; 3 x 51131, 51132, 51133)","offer_id":38082037645498,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V11: Blue on Blue VINTAGE (2 x 5132, 5143; 3 x 5149, 5170, 5187))","offer_id":38082023948474,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V12: Neutrals VINTAGE (2 x 5103, 5107; 3 x 5105, 5101, 5106)","offer_id":38081970831546,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V13: Amber\/Green VINTAGE (2 x 5192, 51174; 3 x 51192, 5108, 51195)","offer_id":41229504479418,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L1: Greens \u0026 Golds LANAS","offer_id":37468357001402,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L2: Browns \u0026 Blues LANAS","offer_id":37468357034170,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L3: Plums \u0026 Peaches LANAS","offer_id":37468357066938,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Berroco Ultra Wool: colour chosen by client","offer_id":41954635251898,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Berroco Ultra Wool Chunky: colours chosen by client","offer_id":41954641313978,"sku":"","price":155.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/BerrocoDropshipKitFernLake-1.jpg?v=1624900482"},{"product_id":"broderie-wrap-kit-special-order","title":"Berroco Broderie Wrap Kit PRE-ORDER","description":"\u003ch4\u003ePre-Order Kit  (see below for details)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo colors of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-millefiori-light\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-millefiori-light\"\u003eBerroco Millefiori Light\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eare combined with an easy slipped stitch pattern in an asymmetrical knitted shawl (final shape will be triangular). Begin at the widest end and decrease for a fast, fun knitting project. Kit is shown in colourway 06 (Azalea 6893 \u0026amp; Dahlia 6896)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eApproximately 29\" across (at widest point) x 50\" long (after blocking)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKit Includes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e3 skeins of\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-millefiori-light\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-millefiori-light\"\u003eMillifiori Light\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(a total of 300g\/960m of sport weight yarn - 2 skeins of the lighter colour, 1 of the darker colour)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/patterns\/broderie\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/patterns\/broderie\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKit DOES NOT Include\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5mm\/US7 needles (straight or circular)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/search#pattern-link=broderie-4\u0026amp;yarn-link=berroco-millefiori-light\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSee finished projects HERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you'd like to see the colours more closely you can visit us in-store and look at our shade-cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe colour combinations listed are the ones on offer from the company, but if you would like to you can create your own combination, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.berroco.com\/yarns\/berroco-millefiori-light\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eyou can find the shades available HERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePRE-ORDER\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese kits as a special-order and aren’t stocking them in the store on a regular basis -\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e you have the option to order it any time (it will be available to purchase as long as the manufacturer makes it available to us). Your kit will ship or be available for pick-up once it arrives, and we will contact you. If you need your kit for a specific date please let us know and we can find out if it’s feasible. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"6831 \u0026 6832","offer_id":41431324557498,"sku":"6831-6832","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6831 \u0026 6833","offer_id":41431324590266,"sku":"6831-6833","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6832 \u0026 6833","offer_id":41431324623034,"sku":"6832-6833","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6850 \u0026 6853","offer_id":41431331373242,"sku":"6850-6853","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6853 \u0026 6851","offer_id":41431352115386,"sku":"6853-6851","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6861 \u0026 6883","offer_id":41431359783098,"sku":"","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6861 \u0026 6885","offer_id":41431284383930,"sku":"6861-6885","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6871 \u0026 6890","offer_id":41431277109434,"sku":"6871-6890","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6871 \u0026 6891","offer_id":41431276421306,"sku":"6871-6891","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6883 \u0026 6897","offer_id":41431308861626,"sku":"6883-6897","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6885 \u0026 6883","offer_id":41431337861306,"sku":"6885-6883","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6885 \u0026 6897","offer_id":41431314727098,"sku":"6885-6897","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Create Your Own Colour Combination","offer_id":37532336554170,"sku":"","price":60.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/BerrocoDropshipBroderie2SQUARE.png?v=1605129233"},{"product_id":"casapinka-glamping-blanket-kit-special-order","title":"Berroco Casapinka Glamping Blanket Kit PRE-ORDER","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDetails\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis adorable blanket is a graphic combination of colours and textures. The yarn, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3fb7862a3\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3fb7862a3\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e is the PERFECT blanket yarn - it's soft and cozy, it knits up quickly, and it's easy to wash - ideal for comfy snuggling for all ages and species!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSizes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCat Blanket: 18\" X 22”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby Blanket\/Small Dog\/Portly Cat: 24\" X 36” (side-eye to Kit Kat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDog and Lap Blanket (or a larger baby blanket):  35\" X 44”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSofa Blanket (for humans): 46\" X 58”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKit Includes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/berroco-vintage-chunky?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3fb7862a3\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerroco Vintage Chunky\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: c\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eolour A. 1 (2, 3, 5)hanks, c\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eolour B. 1 (2, 2, 4) hanks, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecolour C. 1, (2, 2, 4) hanks, c\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eolour D. 1, (1, 2, 3) hanks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe sample blanket is done in: A: Sunny (yellow), B: Mochi (off white), C: Fondant (pink), D: Mushroom (beige).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/sharons-glamping-blanket\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKit DOES NOT Include\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm\/US10 - 32\" circular needles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/search#pattern-link=sharons-glamping-blanket\u0026amp;yarn-link=berroco-vintage-chunky\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee Finished Projects HERE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis yarn is machine washable. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you'd like to see the colours more closely you can visit us in-store, we carry the yarn all year.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis kit is a Special Order, and it may take up to 2 weeks for us to receive it. \u003c\/span\u003eThe colour combinations listed are the ones on offer from the company, but if you would like to create your own combination we are happy to ask them and see if we can make that work. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCombining Colours\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sample blanket is done in: A: Sunny (yellow), B: Mochi (off white), C: Fondant (pink), D: Mushroom (beige). To help you chose a balanced colour palette, the sample blanket's colours are distributed like this:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour A is your darkest colour, it requires 1 (2, 3, 5)skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour B is your lightest colour, it requires  1 (2, 2, 4) skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour C is your second lightest or a medium-light colour, it requires 1, (2, 2, 4) skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour D is your second darkest colour or a medium-dark colour, it requires 1, (1, 2, 3) hanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo check on the balance of lightness or darkness in your palette you can take a digital picture of them and use your camera's editing settings and change the picture it to black \u0026amp; white or monochrome. You'll get a good idea of how much contrast, or lack-thereof, is in your colour combo!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Berroco","offers":[{"title":"Cat Blanket: 18 X 22” (4 skeins: 1 in each colour)","offer_id":37646713094330,"sku":"","price":51.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Baby Blanket: 24 X 36” (7 skeins: a\/2, b\/2, c\/2, d\/1)","offer_id":37646713159866,"sku":"","price":83.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Lap Blanket:  35 X 44” (9 skeins: a\/3, b\/2, c\/2, d\/2)","offer_id":37646713192634,"sku":"","price":104.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sofa Blanket: 46 X 58” (16 skeins: a5\/ b\/4, c\/4, d\/3)","offer_id":37646713225402,"sku":"","price":177.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/BerrocoDropshipCasapinkaGlampingBlanket3SQUARE.png?v=1618777804"},{"product_id":"swerve-shawl-project","title":"Swerve Shawl Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Swerve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdrienne just knit up this gorgeous\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/swerve-2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSWERVE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor us using one of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/handmaiden-halo-kit?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=b8d7aaa90\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFleece Artist\/Handmaiden Halo Bundles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. The shawl is a delicate combination of fingering weight merino alternated with a fine kid-mohair, making it light, feminine, but also interesting. The yarn bundles are dyed together, so you don’t have to worry about combing or matching your yarns, and they’re also very reasonably priced at $43.97 each. Plus, the pattern knits up on 5.5mm\/US9 needles, so it won’t take *forever* to work up!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/handmaiden-halo-kit?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=b8d7aaa90\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFleece Artist\/Handmaiden Halo Bundle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: 1 bundle (we used colour Jacobean Blue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5mm\/US9 – 29″ circular needles or longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry Needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/swerve-2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSWERVE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37575614955706,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/HandmaidenHaloKitSwerveShawl2SQUARE.png?v=1605688126"},{"product_id":"never-not-gnoming-project","title":"Never Not Gnoming Project","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNever Not Gnoming\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSay hi to our new store Gnome! His name Gnarvin (that’s Gnomish for Marvin), and he’s currently living in our window. Gnarvin was made for us by my good friend\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/AuntTallulah\/never-not-gnoming-23\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, who is a very experienced knitter of gnomes … Rosie is actually friends with the lady who writes the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/search#query=Sarah%20Schira%20gnome\u0026amp;sort=best\u0026amp;view=captioned_thumbs\u0026amp;page=1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egnome patterns\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(my favourite is the\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/go-big-or-go-gnome-pullover\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egnomish sweater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a larger size gnome we bumped up the yarn from a fingering weight to a super bulky (and the corresponding needles as well). We used\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/cascade-spuntaneous?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=79d303e83\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Spuntaneous\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, 1 skein in each of 3 colours (if you want to make the hat \u0026amp; body in the same colour you’ll need two skeins). Your gnome doesn’t have to be in holiday colours, I feel like gnomes are a year-round magical creatures and needn’t be limited by culture or season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/products\/cascade-spuntaneous?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=79d303e83\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCascade Spuntaneous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: 1 skein in 04 Red, 08 Treetop, 10 Cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/knitters-pride-double-pointed-needles-2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7mm\/US10.75 double pointed needles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/knitters-pride-double-pointed-needles-2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm\/US11 double pointed needles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/clover-takumi-circular-knitting-needles-16-40cm?variant=788980881\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm\/US11 – 16″ circular needles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/needles\/products\/copy-of-knitters-pride-interchangeable-circular-needle-tips?variant=31994341130343\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eor 3.5″ interchangeable needles\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/poly-fil:%202%20bags\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoly-fil: 2 bags\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried Beans (optional: to put in the bottom to keep him upright)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/never-not-gnoming\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern: Never Not Gnoming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Knit-O-Matic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37798937198778,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/0017\/products\/NeverNotGnoming1.jpg?v=1608676079"}],"url":"https:\/\/knitomatic.com\/collections\/store-projects\/spring-summer.oembed?page=2","provider":"Knit-O-Matic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}