hello lovelies!

my computer is giving me issues, so i can't really post pictures right now. however, i really want you all to be able to see what i worked on last weekend... my first-ever pattern!

it's called you snag! and it's for a pair of top-down punk glovelettes with dropped stitches. i've made two pairs already and i'm starting on a third... they're so comfy, and easy too. definitely a beginner level.

pattern is here for downloading!

i'm already working on a sweater based on the same stitch pattern. i really like it, what can i say?

Baby Pattern Links

Jaime asked for some links to baby knitting patterns. Here are some cute ones I found, online. Some are odd, some are normal and the links are endless. I just shared a few...Happy Knitting!

Hats
Apple Hat, Baby Earflap Hat, Leaf Trim Hat, Baby Squid Hat, Froggy Hat (pdf), Tomato Hat, Pumpkin Hat, Lady Bug Hat, Just Ducky Hat (pdf)

Blankets
Bunny Hop Blanket, Checkerboard Baby Blanket, Wild Stripes Baby Blanket, Rib Check Baby Blanket, Heart Blankie

Feet
"Ugg" Booties, Bunny Booties, Elfy Booties, Rib Cuff Booties, Bullfrog Boogie Socks, Froggy Socks (pdf) - matches the froggy hat, above.

Clothes
Baby Cardigan, Baby Yoda Sweater, Baby Cargo Pants, Unisex Onesies

Cupcake Dishcloth Pattern

I know I'm a nut but if anyone is interested in getting a free cupcake dishcloth pattern, you can find it on my blog here

Patterns

Some free patterns I have found in my surfings, this week...


Cropped Lace Cardigan, Clessidra Socks, Beyond The Basics Hat, Shimmer Socks, April/May Armwarmers, Milo Sweater, Patchwork Throw, Naiad Scarf, Raglan Tunic, Henry's Blanket, Baby Tart, Aran Knit Purse, Felted Basket, Fuzzy Dice, Moccasin Slippers, Norberta Dragon, Poppy Cat Sweater, Mug Rug, Felted Knitting Needle Case, Eyelet Kerchief, One Baaad Poncho, Cabled Capelet, Mohair Scarf, Flower Cloth

WARNING!

For others getting into the fingerless glove groove, be warned that the cool looking cabled fingerless gloves that Lana added to her list a few posts below (PDF pattern here) has an error.

I haven't ever done anything with real cables and thought I'd cut my teeth on these fingerless gloves and until I got some help I thought I was so worthless as a knitter, I might as well start calling myself a muggle.

First Try: I thought something was a bit "off" about the beginning of the cable, so I modified it but by the time I got to row 13 or so, I couldn't do the repeat and figured I modified it wrong so I frogged down to row 5.

Second try: I decided that as smart as I think I am, I should probably just follow the pattern as written. So i did....and it looked off. While I was trying to figure out what I had done wrong, a male knitter riding in the front seat of the car asked what I was doing and I explained my knitting dilemma. After studying the pattern, he helped me determine that there was an error in the pattern. Time to frog again.

Third try: Finally! I'm getting somewhere. Per the pattern modification suggesting from knitter man, they are turning out quite well.

What was the error?
So far everything seems to be fine except for row 1 of the cable pattern itself. Row 1 of the cable should read as follows:

Row 1: (RS) p 2, sl 2 sts onto cable needle and hold in front, K 2, then k2 from cable needle, k 2, p 2.

What it really says is k 4 after you k 2 from the needle. So any good cablers can now see my dilemma.

Knit on, punk rock knitters, knit on.

All About The Hands

Since we are on the topic or posting about hand warmers, etc and I am currently not knitting a pair...I went in search of free patterns for them. Here are my finds, so far...

Checkers Wrist Warmers, Stars Wrist Warmers, Armwarmers, Buttoned Fingerless Gloves, Cabled Fingerless Gloves (PDF), Cabled Gauntlets, Mens Fingerless Gloves, Mohair Armwarmers, Fingerless Gloves with Ruffles, Wristers, Nearly Gloves, Simple Fingerless Gloves, Cozy Wrist Warmers, Dragon Scale Gauntlets, Pulse Warmers, Earthtone Warmers, Earthy Warmers, Fetching Fingerless Gloves, Web Surfing Mitts, Snowball's Chance In Hell, Fingerless Gloves, Long Fingerless Gloves, Fingerless Mittens, Fingerless Mitts, Spooky Cabled Armwarmers, Funky Punky Armwarmers, Supple Rib Knit Armwarmers, Funky Vintage Wrist Warmers, Swedish Fingerless Mitts, Glove Bites, Symmetrical Braided Gauntlets, Touch Of Whimsey Fingerless Gloves, Lacis Gauntlets, Sockotta Fingerless Gloves, VooDoo Wrist Warmers, Victoriana Gloves, Warm Cable Braid Wrist Warmers (PDF), Vino Armwarmers, Lace Hand Warmers, Wrist Warmers, Flashdance Wrist Warmers, Little Twist Warmers, Long Noro Rainbow Arm Warmers, Knucks.

Some Free Patterns

It's been pretty quiet for the last few days. I am going to just post some random free patterns I have found while surfing this week...

Sonata Shawl, Tori Vest, Argyle Cable Afghan, Lucy the Lamb, Coco Evening Bag, Harry Potter Uniform Sweater, Journal Cover, Cabled Headband, Mesh Stockings, Fern Leaf Lace Socks, Roxane Scarf, Gansey Gloves, Reid Sweater, Twiggy Hat and Scarf, Razor Cami, Gwennabe, Tarantino Vest, Eiffel Top, Sigil Sweater, Top Down Sweater with Crazy Collar, Wisteria Sweater, Licorice Whip, Bikini Top, Shimmering Gown, Jazz Coffee Cup Cozy

Feb. Magknits!

Just a reminder to everyone that the February issues of Magknits is up.

Also, I noticed that the AntiCraft is all new too. (this comes with a explicit warning, a racey issue this time around. I warned you!)

Go forth and knit...

Patterns & Sunday Coffee

I spent a bit of time surfing around for free patterns..while consuming my sunday morning coffee...Here are some that I found.

Easy Tube Socks, Beacon Hill Shrug, New York Hat, Blondie Skirt, Bell Sleeve Pullover, Lizard Socks, Fuzzy Feet Slippers, Marsan Watchcap, Cleo Clutch, Monk Hat, Nadia Scarf, Knitted Peace Sign, Super Stars, Allete, Trapezoid Felted Bag, Star Pillow, Baby Apple Hat, Cycling Aran, Laura Jane Bears, Rose Pin

Warm Hands

Berroco's free end of the week pattern(s) are all about warm hands. Let's see...
Ken, men's gloves.
Lacis, women's gauntlets.
Melinda, women's mittens.
Pele, men's convertible mittens/fingerless gloves.

Also, the new January Magknits is out too. There are only 5 patterns listed for this month. Hmmm...? Alright, happy knitting, everyone!

Punky Brewster

My latest project were some Punky Brewster-esque wrist warmers.

I had tried to make the wrist warmers from Last Minute Knitted Gifts but they were too tight so I decided to design my own. I used Patons Classic Wool Merino in Rosewood and size 7 DPNs.

The pattern is super easy, free, and on my blog.

http://creativecarissa.blogspot.com

enjoy!

MP3 Player Cozy

Hey everyone! I hope all of you are well. It's been a bit quiet around here this week. I completely understand. My girls are out of school and driving me nutty.

I have proof that I have been knitting sporadically, at least. I completed a cozy for my new pink MP3 plaer. I did not use a pattern, but I did explain how I made it on my personal blog, if anyone wants to make a cozy too. Happy knitting and rock on!

HAPPY NEW YEAR TOO!

More Patterns To Knit

Fuzzy Dice, Knotty Hat, Stash-Buster Bag, Sheldon, the Turtle, Sound System Snugglers, Cell Phone Cozy, Eyelet Vest, Banff Pullover, Simply Marilyn (PDF), Breakfast Coat, Licorice Bullet Skirt, Bristow Cardigan, Eggplant Tank, Cameo Bolero Shrug

BookWorm Hat (and Free Pattern)

I just finished a ton of Christmas knitting and this is my latest......

The BookWorm Hat

There is a free pattern listed on my blog for those who are interested (I won't take up all the space here).

I made these for my husband's parents for Christmas. Hopefully they'll like them.

Pink Striped Anklets Pattern

Yesterday I posted my finished pink striped socks. I have finally typed out the pattern and posted it on my blog if anyone wants to try them out. Feel free...
Pink Striped Anklets pattern

Ok, I am now off the computer until tomorrow. I am going to plant my tush on the couch and knit up a storm. Toodles.

Winter 2006 Knitty!

Hey everyone, the new Winter 2006 Knitty is out. There are so many cute new patterns. I love quite a few. Happy Weekend!

Random Free Patterns

More random free patterns I have come across in my surfing, this week.

Pinwheel Sweater, Brangelina Hat, Globe Trotter Socks, Cinnabar Scarf, Victorian Choker, Delta Shawl, Iris Afghan, Felted Bag With Mitered Squares, Born To Knit Cloth, Knit Flower, Love Me Knot Socks, Double Knit Bears, Paige Poncho, Carpathia Gloves, Noro Silk Garden Scarf

December Magknits

I know that I am a wee bit late, but the December issue of Magknits is out. Go forth and check it out, already. LOL! Knit and be merry...

New Skull scarf pattern

Skull Scarf Pattern on Knitty: "Yorick"

More Free Pattern Searching

I spent the early mornig time searching for random free patterns to share. Have at it...Happy Knitting.

Alexi Cardigan & Scarf, Cashmere Comfort Sweater, Vertigo Hat, Harry Potter Book Scarf, Larkspur Headband, Amber Hat, Marigold Hat, Peter Fair Isle Vest, Durrow Pullover, Bear Skin Rug, Aran Tweed Wrap, Comfort Shawl, Hello Kitty, Snowflake Star, Quilt In Stripes, Chevron Felted Bag