Christmas Knitting Shop
A knitting obsession is a positive addiction to everything knitting related. This becomes a way of life for some and affects us in many different ways.
Here is a fun look at the knitting obsessed like us. Home, travel, family and our way of life for addicted knitters.
Your Way of Life
- You have at least one knitting tattoo
- You own several knitting bags and use them all
- If you are sitting you are knitting – no matter where you are
- Having no knitting leads to stress and withdrawl
- You fall asleep knitting as it’s almost finished and I want to get it done. Then if you make it into bed…
- You get up in the night to finish that project
- Pulling work back to rectify a mistake is really satisfying
- Your knitting bag goes everywhere with you
Knitting
- One more row always ends up with a finished item at 3 in the morning
- You know what yarn any knitted item has been made with
- If you see someone with a hand made item you have to ask if they made it.
- You always have to talk to someone who has a hand knitted item on as they understand the need for knitting
Your Home
- You have an entire room devoted to your craft
- And then more stash besides
- You hide your stash from your family
- You look down and there are always a couple of yarn ends on the floor
- When you see someone knitting on the telly you get all giddy
- Your monthly budget includes rent, utilities and knitting
- You go to bed and knit in your sleep
- You own more yarn and patterns than you could ever knit but that doesn’t stop the desire for more
- You leave a project in the loo because if you are sitting, you are knitting
Family
- People call you the knitting lady (or man!)
- All you get for birthdays and chirstmas is yarn, patterns, needles….
- Your family remind you about the yarn in the cellar, kitchen, bedrooms…
- You make up reasons not to go out, even on special occasions so you can stay home and knit
Buying Yarn, Patterns and Accessories
- To protect your latest purchase you say things like, “I’ve had this yarn for ages”
- You get home and immediately stuff your new purchase down the back of the sofa with the other 20 purchases so nobody sees
- The local craft shop is too much to walk past without going in
- Then you can’t leave without buying something
- You know all your local craft shop owners by name
- You see a new yarn or pattern and have to have it
Spare Time, Holidays and Travel
- You would rather stay home and knit than, shopping, days out, holidays, seeing family, walking the dog…
- Leaving home to go anywhere is difficult as you want to finish the end of the row and then – there’s time for one more – isn’t there?
- Going anywhere, even for an hour needs at least 3 projects to be on the safe side
- All holidays are planned around knitting
- You go on holiday to visit a yarn shop that you haven’t been to before
- You have a knitting group for every day of the week
- You plan your holiday so you can visit that yarn show everyone is talking about.
- You have a “just in case” project with you at all times
Did we miss anything? Leave a comment below and we will add it to the list.
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Knitting pattern instructions to knit a set of MUM heart cushions.
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4 Dogs to Knit in one Booklet, Paws-itively Hours of Fun!
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Santa has room for a chocolate treat. Two Christmas gifts in one. The first of the 2018 Christmas pattern collection.
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Enjoy this Lovely FREE Postbox Knitting Pattern. This cute post box is made with black and red double knitting yarn, 3mm single pointed needles and toy stuffing. Although any yarn and needles will work. It is about 13cm tall when finished.
Abbreviations : k – knit. p – purl. st – stitch. tog-together. st-st – Stocking Stitch (k1row, p1row). inc— increase. Knit into the front and the back of the stitch
Post Box—Make 1
Made in one piece from under the base to the top
With black, cast on 10 sts
Purl 1 row
Next: increase into every stitch (20 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k1, inc1) to end (30 sts)
Purl 1 row
Knit 3 rows
Starting with a purl row, st-st 9 rows
Purl 1 row (define the colour change)
Change to red
Starting with a purl row, st-st 13 rows
Next: k11, p8, k11 (Mark for letterbox)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 3 rows
Next: k11, p8, k11 (Mark for letterbox)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 3 rows
Top of post box
Next: (inc1, inc1, k1) to end (50 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k4, inc1) to end (60 sts)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 5 rows
Next: (k3, k2tog) to end (48 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k2, k2tog) to end (36 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k1, k2tog) to end (24 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k2tog) to end (12 sts)
Draw thread through the remaining stitches and pull tight
Sew down the row ends of the piece. Stuff well , make sure the base is flat and it will stand. Then seal up.
Letterbox—Make 1
With black, cast on 8 sts
Knit 1 row
Purl 1 row
Cast off
Sew the letterbox to the extra purl stitches on the front of the post box. It may be easier to do this before the main piece is stuffed.
Add any additional decorations such as ribbon and beads that you desire.
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Have fun with Frankenstein. Another cute knit all ready for the Halloween season. He is made with double knitting. He makes a great friend to the Wizard and Witch Festive Friends.
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Christmas is the time of the year that we all gather together with our loved ones and friends to celebrate the kindness, joy and peace. Also, this is the time when we exchange gifts to value each other’s presence in our lives. This is the time of the year that we — the knitters — surprise our loved ones and friends with our completed masterpieces that are hand knitted with lots of love.
Hand knitted goodies are the best gifts that they can receive from us. These Christmas themed knitted goodies don’t really have to be ultra fancy or expensive! In fact, most of them won’t even cost more than a few pounds to knit. However, the value these gifts provide to your loved ones is priceless!
Here are some Christmas gift ideas that will get your needles clicking for the festive season.
Knitted Stockings
The hand knitted stockings make lovely Christmas gifts. All you have to do is select some yarn that you like, pick vibrant colours as a traditional theme or go with greys and browns for a more contemporary look. Santa red and while are always cheerful colours for children of all ages.
Hand knitted stockings are in demand during the cold winter evenings, they make great ornaments on a mantlepiece. So knit some for your loved ones. Create a stocking and fill it with goodies for the kids in your family. They will adore them.
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Here is Santa Stocking hanging up and ready for Christmas.
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Here is a twist on a traditional Christmas favourite. He is a larger knit than our usual patterns so you can get your needles clicking with this one. Fill the reindeer with Christmas goodies.
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Here is a twist on a traditional Christmas favourite. He is a larger knit than our usual patterns so you can get your needles clicking with this one. Fill the snowman with Christmas goodies.
This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageHand Made Gift Bags
Hand knitted gift bags make trendy and usable presents. The best thing about knitting these little bags is that you can create them with all the leftover yarn from your main projects. They will make great accompaniments if you have made a main gift and have some leftovers.
This is a one size that fits them all! Pop little gifts into the bags and make a double gift. You can improvise with your creativity further and switch them up into other items such as eyewear pouches, TV remote keepers, cosmetic bags, mobile phone covers.
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Knit an elf that’s full of cheer, with a chocolate orange hiding near.
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This little Snowman Gift Bag is great as a gift for loved ones or for a craft stall. It will fit a Chocolate Orange inside or any other little goodies that you like.
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Toys are your go to knitting idea if you want something traditional for little ones. If you have grandchildren, then knit them some beautiful Christmas themed toys. Toys can be a lifetime keepsake at any age and look great on a shelf as well as in the toybox with the other toys.
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Knitting Pattern Instructions to Make a Reindeer and Sleigh
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Here is DungarElf. He has separate dungarees and a shawl too. Stripey stockings complete the look. You can make him using this elf knitting pattern. Download or Leaflet available now.
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Knitting pattern instructions to knit Snow Boy. He is all dressed up and ready to go and play in the snow.
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This idea knows no boundaries whatsoever. You can create decorative ornaments to hang on to your Christmas tree, decorate your mantlepiece, tables, doors and bathroom too! House decorations and Christmas themed decorations like knitted Christmas crackers never go out of fashion. Gifting decorations can be an unusual and unique gift that will be cherished. You can also decorate your home knitted Christmas trees, baubles and table decorations. Don’t forget Santa characters and Christmas themed doorstops. There are even Christmas themed toilet roll covers for your bathroom.
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An original and unusual design. Take two 10cm baubles and knit your own standing Snowman and Reindeer. An easy to knit and fun Christmas decoration.
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Gingerbread is sweet and so is she. Here is our little Gingerbread Girl all ready for you to knit in time for Christmas.
This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageThese are some ideas for you to start ticking off your Christmas gift list. Christmas is a time when hearts are filled with joy and your art of knitting is pure joy. These ideas are only to show you the doors. Choose the one you like, improvise and get knitting!
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This ballerina elephant is on her tip toes ready for her pirouettes. Her tu-tu is fixed to her waist and she is complete with ballet slippers. Make your own with this original knitting pattern.
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Knitting pattern instructions to knit an Easter egg on legs with a cute bonnet. She is holding a small Easter egg with a bow on it too.
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Faith is praying before bed.
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Tricking and Treating made easy with a little knitted gift bag.
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Knitting has been in existence since the Egyptian mythologies glory days! The archaeologists have discovered traces of hand knitted garments in the pyramids that house queens and princesses post death. This is indicative of the fact that knitting hasn’t been all about looping threads together to make the cardigan you have always wanted. There are scientific evidences backed by full fledged research that knitting activity is an efficient antidote for anxiety, stress and pain.
There are countless studies that indicate the positive impact of developing knitting into a habit. Compared to the commonly available anxiety relievers and stress balls, knitting stands out as a better remedy with productive results.
There are a variety of health benefits associated with knitting. These include lowering stress levels, reduced blood pressure, escaping the daily routine to relax, reduce the feeling of loneliness helping with arthritis and other chronic pain as well as many other positive benefits.
Knitting is considered a great tool to enjoy a better focus with great mental and physical health.
Following are some health benefits of knitting:
Lower Anxiety and Stress:
There has been countless research on the subject of knitting that prove the positive effects of knitting on mental health. The most cited study in support of this has been a 2007 research conducted by Harvard University’s Institute of mind and body. The study shows that knitting actually helps lower blood pressure. This has a domino effect on the knitter’s health. The lowering of blood pressure helps calm down anxious and stressed state of mind. Researchers also credit the arrangements of the knitters arms during the process. The arms’ arrangement during knitting resembles a protective dome. This dome helps create a safe zone which is helpful in comforting the people with anxiety.
Chronic Pain:
Chronic pain is another health condition that knitting can help with. Although knitting isn’t really a part of medical pain management techniques, however, it has helped countless individuals lower down the effects of the pain. Knitting is an activity that helps the mind and body to synchronize. This repetitive synchronization during knitting helps release serotonin. This organic chemical with the human body helps with exalted positive moods that partially mutes the feelings of pain.
Loneliness
Knitting can also help individuals to fight of their loneliness and feelings of gloom. The art of knitting is a productive exercise and it keeps the individual occupied. This helps in keeping the focus and attention of the individual to the knitting task at hand and not let it wander to the loneliness that surrounds them. Also, there are knitting groups and societies in many countries that let individuals come together to knit. The social inclusiveness of the activity helps people if they have a social disorders and cope with the feelings of sadness that may occur.
Knitting is an art that helps people with their health issues and keeps them productive. Most of the knitters feel great when they complete a project and share it with their loved ones. Many knitters around the world claim a better focus and less stress when they are engaged in the process of lopping the threads. Learning to knit isn’t really difficult. Knitting can be learned for free online. You’ll come across scores of tutorial videos on the topic in your preferred language on YouTube.
If you are already a seasoned knitter, you will know the health benefits and like me will already feel them in every day life. If not then I would urge you to give it a go as it is a wholesome activity that will improve the way you feel and your wellbeing.
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On the surface at least, toy filling isn’t very interesting. If like me however, you use it to make toys, then knowing all about the toy filling that you use can give you better finished results.
Toy filling is known by lots of names and can vary from country to country. Here are some of the terms I have come across. Toy stuffing, fibrefill, polyflock, wadding, batting, I am sure there are more names for it too.
Why does my choice of filling matter?
Your choice of filling matters because it can significantly change the finished toy look and feel of your toy. For example, you may like recycled poly filling but it will not be completely white. So if you make a toy that is mainly knitted in white then you may see the filling through the finished work and it will not look as ‘clean’ as you would like.
You may decide to go for a wool stuffing and keep to natural fibres. If you are on a low budget and have a large toy to stuff then it may not be an option.
Think about the receiver of the toy. Will they be children? If so then safety is important and be cautious. Could it be a choking hazard? Does the receiver have allergies or intollerancies to certain materials. It may need to be hypoallrgenic or bacterial resistant. It is all about what is right for you, the recipient and the toy you are crafting at the time.
What are the legalities of toy stuffing?
If you plan to give away or sell a toy that you have made then there are certain laws to consider. I am not going go into too much depth here as it is another topic completely. You will need to CE Mark and test your finished toys. There is a GOV.UK article here all about it.
It is possible to purchase toy stuffing that has been tested to the appropriate standard for CE Marking. Ask the toy filling retailer before you purchase to see any certificates they have on safety tests of their stuffing if you plan on selling or giving away. Keep them and add them as your compliance evidence.
The finished items still need to be safety checked by you before you can add the CE mark to your toys as the law applies to the finished article and not component parts. All CE testing must be made on new materials so recycling your filling is out of the question here too.
What can I use as a toy filling?
There are so many options for you to fill your toys with. Here is a long list of things that you could use to stuff your toy with.
- Polyester / Acrylic toy stuffing
- Cotton stuffing
- Wool
- Fabric Scraps
- Bamboo
- Old Socks
- Old Clothes shredded
- An old stuffed toy
- Shredded Paper
- Tissue
- Pillow Filling
- Recycled Cushions / Quilt Filling
- Old Packaging Materials such as Bubblewrap
- Lavender or Dried Flowers (Makes the toy smell nice)
- Rice (Can be used to add weight but watch if there is a chance of vermin)
- Beads (in combination with other stuffing to give it a different texture)
- Polystyrene Beads
- Sand (Wrapped up of course. Adds weight)
- Fish Tank Gravel (Again to add weight)
What do I need to consider when choosing a toy filling?
How much filling do you need to buy to fill your toy? This is a really tricky question to answer as different types of toy filling have different densities and you may prefer to stuff your toy a little firmer or lighter as you desire.
A 1kg bag of stuffing will have a different volume or size depending on what it is made from and how much air there is inside. New toy stuffing is sold by weight. This is why none of the Knitting by Post knitting patterns specify a stuffing quantity as it would be impossible to accurately measure as the weight has no bearing on the volume needed to stuff a toy completely.
If you plan on sending your finished toy abroad for any reason – e.g as a gift or if it has been sold. Be aware that if you use natural fibres such as bamboo or lavender inside, that you will have to declare them as the enter the country.
If you are recycle mad like me, then find something soft and squisy and get to it! It is good fun if you want to keep the toy yourself and experiment with different materials. You don’t have to use just one material, I make little bags to weigh down my toys with uncooked rice and add cotton stuffing round the edges.
Carding a filling product makes it more light and fluffy as it goes through a carding machine and introduces air. It is possible to buy uncarded toy stuffing and this is more dense and works well if you want a very firm and weighty toy.
What are the toy specific types of filling I can buy in the shops?
Polyester and Acrylics
A non-natural product that is inexpensive on the pocket and is also widely available. Most haberdasheries in the UK will carry a stock of this kind of toy stuffing. If the man-made element doesn’t bother you too much, it is good for toy stuffing as it has a consistent feel throughout and will give your finished toy the same feeling.
It can be good if you have large toys to fill as it is less dense than other kinds of filling and goes further by weight. If they are labelled high-loft this means that there is lots of air in it and it will be more bouncy.
Polyester filling can be siliconized. This means that the fibres of the filling are produced in such a way that they will minimise an allergic reaction (hypoallergenic). Siliconized polyester filling is designed to resist bacteria and dust. The filling may can be washed but take care with your toy as the fibres absorb heat and it may be difficult to remove stains.
Cotton
If keeping things natural is your thing then Cotton filling is great. It is more dense than the man made alternatives and may also come in an organic version too.
If you plan on washing your finished toy – maybe it is going to be given to a child then purchase cotton that is pre-shrunk as it may get a bit smaller after a wash.
Wool or Lambswool
An animal based natural fibre from sheep. If you make toys with natural fibres, it may make sense to use a wool based toy filling too. Sheep have been around for thousands of years so it would make sense that early soft toys were stuffed with wool too. Wool toy stuffing can also come carded and uncarded. It is also a bio-degradable material and is naturally fire resistant.
So which one do I use?
It is entirely up to you what materials you choose to fill your creations with. There are up and down sides to using all the different kinds of fibrefill. Hopefully you have read this article and can make a more informed choice for your knitted toys.
Do you have anything to add to this? If so, leave a comment below.
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Enjoy this lovely FREE dishcloth / washcloth /pan holder knitting pattern. It can be used as a dishcloth or wash cloth. You could also add a backing and use it as a pan holder. Keep reading for the instructions.
An easy pattern using just combinations of knit and purl stitches to create a lovely effect.
Abbreviations : k – knit, p – purl, st – stitch, st-st – stocking stitch (k1row, p1row), tog – together
This cloth was made with double knitting cotton and 3mm needles. Approx 25g used and 1 small button needed too. This is just a guide, use any yarn or needle combination that you like to get the effect and size you want.
The measurements at this tension were approx 19cm wide and 26cm tall including the handle. For a wider or smaller cloth, add or remove stitches in groups of 4.
Cloth – Make 1
With your desired colour, cast on 48 sts
Knit 4 rows
Next: (k2, p2) to end
Next: (k2, p2) to end
Next: (p2, k2) to end
Next: (p2, k2) to end
Complete the last 4 rows 3 times in total (12 rows)
Knit 1 row
Optionally, if a stripe is desired, change to stripe colour now
Starting with a knit row, st-st 4 rows
For a stripe, change back to main colour
Lower centre section. Knit 2 rows
Next: (k1, p1) to end
Next: (p1, k1) to end
Complete the last 2 rows 4 times in total (8 rows)
Next: (k1, p1) to end
Knit 1 row
For a stripe, change to stripe colour
Starting with a knit row, st-st 4 rows
For a stripe, change to main colour
Knit 2 rows
Next: (k2, p2) to end
Next: (k2, p2) to end
Next: (p2, k2) to end
Next: (p2, k2) to end
Complete the last 4 rows 10 times in total (40 rows)
For a longer cloth, add more rows here in groups of 4 rows
If you intend on lining the back of your cloth, measure now add a backing now before any reductions.
Reduce for the hanging loop
Next: k2tog to end (24 sts)
Next: k2tog to end (12 sts)
For a different colour handle, change colour now
Loop
Next: (k1, p1) to end
Complete the last row 32 times (or more rows if a larger loop is needed)
Buttonhole
Next: pattern for 5 sts, cast off 2 sts, pattern for 5 sts (10 sts)
Next: Pattern for 5 sts, cast on 2 sts, pattern for 5 sts (12 sts)
Next: k2tog, (k1, p1) to last 2 sts, k2tog (10 sts)
Next: k2tog, (p1, k1) to last 2 sts, k2tog (8 sts)
Next: k2tog, (k1, p1) to last 2 sts, k2tog (6 sts)
Next: k2tog, p1, k1, k2tog (4 sts)
Draw thread through the remaining stitches and pull tight
Tie in the row ends. Add a button to the front of the cloth.
I hope that you have enjoyed this pattern. Please use it to make lots of washcloths. You are free to sell the finished items for profit or charity as you please. Just please don’t copy and share the pattern but send knitters here if they want to make one for themselves.
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Bunnies !!! Bertie is such a cutie. His ears stand up and he has a sweet bow and scarf to keep warm.
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Enjoy this lovely toadstool pattern. It can be made with any odds and ends that you have left and a little bit of toy stuffing.
Abbreviations : k – knit, p – purl, st – stitch, st-st – stocking stitch (k1row, p1row), tog – together, inc—increase by knit-ting into the front and back of the stitch.
Toadstool—Make 1
At the bottom of the stem, cast on 12 sts
Purl 1 row
Next: inc knit wise into every stitch (24 sts)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 13 rows
Next: (k1, k2tog) to end (16 sts)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 5 rows
Change to the colour for the top of the toadstool
Next: (inc1, inc1, k1) to last stitch, k1 (26 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k1, inc1, inc1) to last 2 sts, k2 (42 sts)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 13 rows
Next: (k2, k2tog) to last 2 sts, k2 (32 sts)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 3 rows
Next: (k1, k2tog) to last 2 sts, k2 (22 sts)Starting with a purl row, st-st 3 rows
Next: k2tog to end (11 sts)
Draw thread through the remaining stitches and pull tight
Sew down the row ends of the toadstool and stuff carefully to get the correct shape. Gather the cast on stitches at the bot-tom and make the base of the toadstool as flat as possible so it will stand. Optionally add a small sealed bag of rice or sand at the bottom of the stem to weigh it down.
Door and Window—Make 1 each
Cast on 5 sts
Next: k1, p1, k1, p1, k1 Complete this row 7 times for door and 4 times for window. Cast off in pattern.
Sew the door to the front of the toadstool at the bottom of the stem. Sew the window higher and to the right of the door.
Spots—Make 4
Cast on cast on 7 sts
Purl 1 row
Next: increase into every stitch (14 sts)
Starting with a purl row, stocking stitch 3 rows
Next: k2tog to end (7 sts)
Draw thread through the remaining stitches and pull tight
Sew down the row ends, then fold flat with the bound off stitches in the centre front. Sew spots randomly to the top of the toadstool.
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Here is DungarElf. He has separate dungarees and a shawl too. Stripey stockings complete the look. You can make him using this elf knitting pattern. Download or Leaflet available now.
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Knitting Pattern Instructions to Make a Cat Toilet Roll Cover
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A cute little giraffe, great for small hands. Quick and easy to knit.
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Knitting Pattern Instructions to Make a Red Riding Hood Soft Toy
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Spot-On For Fun and Surprises! Little Ladybird Gift Bag Knitting Pattern for Easter Treats.
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The Mouse You Would Love in Your House. Here is Short and Sweet Mouse Knitting Pattern
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Enjoy this lovely little octopus pattern. He can be made with odds and ends that you have left and a little toy stuffing. Why not make a little pocket mascot in your team colours?
Abbreviations : k – knit. p – purl. st – stitch. tog-together. st-st – Stocking Stitch (k1row, p1row). inc— increase. Knit into the front and the back of the stitch
Use 3mm single pointed needles and oddments of double knitting yarn. You will also need some stuffing. He is 15cm across and 7cm high.
Body—Make 1
With orange, cast on 11 sts
Purl 1 row
Next: increase into every stitch (22 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k1, inc1) to last 2 sts, k2 (32 sts)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 2 rows
Knit 1 row (Attach the legs to this row later)
Starting with a knit row, st-st 10 rows
Change to pink and knit 4 rows
Change to green, starting with a knit row, st-st 6 rows
Next: (k1, k2tog) to last 2 sts, k2 (22 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: k2tog to end (11 sts)
Purl 1 row
Draw thread through stitches and pull tight
Sew down the row ends of the body, add stuffing and seal up.
Tentacles—Make 8
With orange, cast on 8 sts
Purl 1 row
Next: increase into every stitch (16 sts)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 10 rows
Change to pink and st-st 2 rows
Change to green and st-st 3 rows
Next: k2tog to end
Draw thread through stitches and pull tight
Sew down the row ends and add a little stuffing. Sew the tentacles to 4 sts on the extra knitted row on the body of the octopus. All tentacles sit side by side.
Add two eyes and a mouth to the front of the octopus in black. Add a few loops in pink to the top of the hat.
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He has hair and removable gown and hat. A knitted gift for the newly qualified. Graduation Doll comes to you as an A5 Booklet.
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Hang a knitted Santa bauble on your Christmas tree this year. A quick knit in a Santa and Gnome style.
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Keep Your Chocolate Orange Under Elf Supervision This Christmas Time.
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Knitting pattern instructions to make the Rabbit Snuggler Pet bed suitable for small pet sizes. This unusual design will work as a pet bed or as a cushion for a child.
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Eggsercise those needles and make Custard the Rabbit. Hop-Hop along and get this cute bunny knitting pattern.
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Yarn : Double knitting. Oddment of white and a contrast colour.
Needles : 3mm Single Pointed Needles
Abbreviations : k – knit. p – purl. st – stitch. tog-together. st-st – Stocking Stitch (k1row, p1row). inc— increase. Knit into the front and the back of the stitch
Tension : 26 sts x 33 rows = 10cm x 10cm in st-st with double knitting yarn
Dimensions : Approx. 10cm from hem to shoulder straps.
Dress—Make 1
Start at the top. With white, cast on 36 sts
Knit 1 row
Next: (k2, inc1) to end (48 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k3, inc1) to end (60 sts)
Next: k6, cast off 18 (in knit), k12, cast off 18 (in knit), k6 (24 sts)
Change to contrast colour
Knit along all stitches (24 sts)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 3 rows
Change to white
Knit 2 rows
Change to contrast colour
Knit 1 row
Next: (inc1, p1) to end (36 sts)
Next: (inc1, p2) to end (48 sts)
Next: (k2, p2) to end
Complete the last row 7 times in total
Change to white
Knit 3 rows
Purl 1 row
Knit 1 row
Cast off in knit
Sew down the row ends. Fold the bottom flat and sew along the hem.
Add ribbon and embellishments as desired.
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Knitting pattern instructions to knit Cerise in her little skirt and pom-pom hat.
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Here is something new! A knitted hand bell decoration for Christmas 2023. Reindeer is second in the collection!
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'Ello, 'Ello, 'Ello, what's all this then? It is only a knitted policeman pattern
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Two Patterns for a Fiver. Cheap Christmas Knitting
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Knit a Car, Aeroplane and Digger vehicles with this booklet knitting pattern.
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Knitting Pattern Instructions to Make a set of Rabbit Placemats
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Get 5 knitting patterns for the price of 4. Buy this collection of 5 Pyjama Case knitting patterns
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Materials : Oddments of yellow, dark yellow and white double knitting. 3mm single point needles. Tension isn’t important for such a small piece.
Finished butterfly is approximately 7cm high
Abbreviations : k – knit. p – purl. st – stitch. tog-together. st-st – Stocking Stitch (k1row, p1row). Knit into the front and the back of the stitch
Wings – Make 2
With white or yellow, cast on 30 sts
Starting with a purl row, st-st 15 rows
Cast off
Sew down the row ends so the wings are double thickness. Allow the cast on and cast off edges to curl. The centres will be gathered at the end.
Antennae – Make 1
With dark yellow, cast on 20 sts
Starting with a purl row, st-st 3 rows
Cast off
Allow the piece to curl upon itself and secure with stitches if needed
Body – Make 1
With dark yellow, cast on 26 sts
Starting with a purl row, st-st 3 rows
Cast off
Allow the piece to curl upon itself and secure with stitches if needed
Gather the wings in the centre and place the antennae at the top. Wrap the body piece round the wings and antennae and secure with stitches.
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Knitted Baby Comforter. Only the feet and hands are stuffed so the centre is floppy. This makes it very tactile and great for small hands.
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Here is Berry Good a little Berry girl.
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Sweet as candy, wrapped like a gift. Bring the holiday spirit, stitch by stitch
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Santa’s Little Pot of Joy. He’s Knit-Picking the Perfect Spot for Your Chocolate Orange
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Waddle along to this unusual chocolate orange cover knitting pattern. Part chocolate gift and part chick.
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Knitting Pattern Instructions to Make a Monkey Pyjama Case
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Materials : Oddments of red and white. Small amount of toy stuffing. Length of ribbon. 3mm single point needles.
Abbreviations : k – knit. p – purl. st – stitch. tog-together. st-st – Stocking Stitch (k1row, p1row). inc— increase. Knit into the front and the back of the stitch
Hearts
With red, cast on 4 sts
Purl 1 row
Next: increase into all stitches (8 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: inc1, k2, (inc1) twice, k2, inc1 (12 sts)
purl 1 row
Next: inc1, k4, (inc1) twice, k4, inc1 (16 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: inc1, k6, (inc1) twice, k6, inc1 (20 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: inc1, k8, (inc1) twice, k8, inc1 (24 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: inc1, k10, (inc1) twice, k10, inc1 (28 sts)
St-st 4 rows
Purl 14 sts and turn. Work with these stitches only
Next: (k1, k2tog) to last 2 sts, k2 (10 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: k2tog to end (5 sts)
Draw thread through the remaining stitches and pull tight
Reattach yarn to the remaining 14 sts and purl to end
Next: (k1, k2tog) to last 2 sts, k2 (10 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: k2tog to end (5 sts)
Draw thread through the remaining stitches and pull tight
Sew down the row ends of the heart – seam will be at the back. Fold into a heart shape at the top and sew around the edges. Add a little toy stuffing before sealing up
Attach each heart to the end of a piece of ribbon at the top centre and decorate as desired.
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Bear with me, this could get grizzly. Here is our take on a sweet little Valentine's Day bear knitting pattern, complete with a squishy heart.
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You Will Bat First and No Umpire Needed! A Great Cricketer Soft Toy Knitting Pattern.
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Knitting pattern instructions to knit two lovely birds. All ready for the big day, these birds will make a great knitted wedding gift.
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We are really buzzy making some great patterns for you to knit. Honey Bee Egg Holder Knitting Pattern
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Here are the Knitting by Post Doggy Heroes. Customise the girl and boy dog with your favourite hero colours.
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Knitting pattern instructions to knit Duck Duck the cute little duck.
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Here is our take on a World War 2 Pilot soft toy knitting pattern. He was seen on duty in the skies above our cities to keep us safe during World War 2. Created to commemorate 75 years since VE Day in 1945.
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Yarn : Oddments of white, red orange and black. Small amount of toy stuffing.
Needles : 3mm single pointed needles
Abbreviations : k – knit, p – purl, st – stitch, st-st – stocking stitch (k1row, p1row), tog – together, inc—increase by knitting into the front and back of the stitch.
Tension : 26sts x 33rows = 10cm x 10cm in stocking stitch
Dimensions : Approx. 11cm tall
Snowman—Make 1
With white, cast on 8 sts
Purl 1 row
next: increase into every stitch (16 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k1, inc1) to end (24 sts)
Purl 1 row
next: (k2, inc1) to end (32 sts)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 15 rows
Next: (k2, k2tog) to end (24 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k1, k2tog) to end (16 sts)
Purl 1 row
Increase for head
Next: (k1, inc1) to end (24 sts)
Purl 1 row
next: (k2, inc1) to end (32 sts)
Starting with a purl row, st-st 13 rows
Next: (k2, k2tog) to end (24 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k1, k2tog) to end (16 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k2tog) to end (8 sts)
Draw thread through the remaining stitches and pull tight
Sew down the row ends of the snowman. Add stuffing and seal. The seam is at the centre back.
Hat—Make 1
With red, cast on 32 sts
Next: (k1, p1) to end
Complete the last row 10 times
Starting with a purl row, st-st 5 rows
Next: (k2, k2tog) to end (24 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k1, k2tog) to end (16 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: (k2tog) to end (8 sts)
Draw thread through the remaining stitches and pull tight
Sew down the row ends of the hat, add to snowman’s head and secure with stitches.
Scarf—Make 1
With red, cast on 56 sts
Knit 2 rows
Cast off
Wrap round the snowman’s neck.
Buttons—Make 2
With red, cast on cast on 7 sts
Purl 1 row
Next: increase into every stitch (14 sts)
Purl 1 row
Next: k2tog to end (7 sts)
Draw thread through the remaining stitches and pull tight
Sew down the row ends, then fold flat with the bound off stitches in the centre front. Sew to the snowman’s body one above the other.
Sew a nose to the centre of the snowman’s face with a little orange yarn. Sew two eyes in black 2 sts apart above the nose.
Add a loop of yarn to the top centre of the hat so it can be hung.
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Get winter all wrapped up with Snowman on Skates. He has a top hat, gloves and knitted skates too. Get knitting now with this Christmas themed knitting pattern.
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Quick, it's melting! Here is Gelato the Ice Cream knitting pattern. He has a big red cherry nose and ice cream hat.
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Knitting Pattern Instructions to Make a Flower Fairy Toilet Roll Cover
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Knitting pattern instructions to knit Terry the Turtle in his hat. A sweet knitted turtle toy
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Knitting pattern instructions to knit a Playful kitten Soft Toy, he is play bowing ready to pounce on a mouse. Made using double knitting yarn, he is another super cute soft toy pattern direct from the designers.
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Here is a cute baby, ready for a nap with his dummy in and snuggly sleeping bag.
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Gnorman is a gnome with a lot of fun. He has easy to make features and looks mega cute.
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