SEE, MAKE, LOVE!
EASY KNITTING
PONCHO ON PARADE
Casual meets chic in this cosy poncho, which features easy-knit textured bands. It will feel like you’re being wrapped up in a warm hug! The poncho is worked in Heirloom Merino Magic 10 ply, a soft spun 100% wool yarn, proudly made in Australia.
Instructions on page 176
INTERMEDIATE KNITTING
SPLIT SIDE JUMPER
It may be winter, but you’ll sizzle in this striking jumper with cheeky side splits. It is knitted in Cleckheaton Verve 12 ply, a self-striping yarn, which means you don’t have to change colours to achieve the effect, nor do you have to bother with the inevitable weaving in of the ends! This jumper is knitted in the appropriately named colour ‘Blaze’, but there are nine other shades to choose from to suit your style preference. Instructions on page 176
KNITTING AN D CROCHET
EASY KNITTING
STRIPED CUSHIONS
These cushions are great for beginners to knitting. Worked on 9mm needles and chunky cotton blend yarn, you’ll whip them up in no time. So if you’re looking to learn, this pattern is the one to try. The contrast colour stripes make this super-easy knit a little more interesting. Pair it with the retro-inspired doily floor rug, crocheted in colours to match. Instructions on page 179
INTERMEDIATE CROCHET
RETRO FLOOR RUG Instructions ON page 178
INTERMEDIATE CROCHET
ROW BY ROW CUSHION COVER
Personalise your home with handmade homewares such as crochet, which is enjoying a revival. This cushion cover is made using a colourful array of Cleckheaton Country 8 ply, a machine-washable 100% wool yarn made in Victoria.
Instructions on page 179
INTERMEDIATE KNITTING
COLOUR DIP CARDIGAN
Sporty and casual, you’ll love the relaxed fit of this two-tone knitted piece. Wear it to work, to barbies, on your travels... this cuddly and soft cardi will be your number one go-to on cold days and nights. And you can proudly say ‘I made it’! Instructions on page 180
EASY KNITTING
IT’S AWRAP TEXTURED SCARF
Stay warm and look stylish with this attractive hand-knitted scarf, a feature of which is its double moss stitch texture. It is worked over a 4-row repeat pattern, alternating between knit and purl stitches. It’s easier than it sounds.
Instructions on page 181
INTERMEDIATE KNITTING
CABLED BOOT CUFFS
Amust-have fashion favourite! Get cracking and make these cabled cuffs, which are essentially worked up as tubes – no tricky footwork shaping required. Layer them with your fave pair of jeans and you’ll keep warm in style. These were knitted in super soft Cleckheaton Midlands Merino 8 ply.
Instructions on page 181
EASY CROCHET
EMOTION FRINGED THROW
Are you looking for a quick and colourful throw blanket to crochet and cuddle up with once you’re done? Look no more, for this wavy treble crochet pattern is made using a 9mm hook and Patons Sierra Chunky, which comes in 10 beautiful colours, from monochromatic to multi hues. Here, we’ve used Nevada. Instructions on page 182
INTERMEDIATE KNITTING
STRIPED BEANIE, MITTS AND SCARF
Coats and jumpers may be the obvious choice when it comes to cold-weather dressing but beanies, scarves and mitts are not to be underestimated. Knitted in 100% wool yarn, these small but mighty accessories will keep you warm when the temperature plummets. What are you waiting for? Winter will be upon us in no time, so get cracking on this set.
Instructions on page 182
EASY KNITTING
ADORABLE BABY BLANKET
Heading out for a stroll? Keep your baby snug with a beautiful handmade baby blanket worked in luxurious Patons Extra Fine Merino 8 ply yarn. Cuddly, soft and featuring an intriguing basket weave-like pattern, you’ll find this blanket easy-to-knit, even if you are a relative beginner.
Instructions on page 184
EASY KNITTING
KIDS’ BRILLIANT BEANIES
Keep your youngster warm and toasty on wintry days with an easy-knit ribbed beanie finished off with a cute and playful pompom. Suitable for ages 4 to 12, you can knit the beanie in your little one’s fave colour combination.
Instructions on page 184
EASY KNITTING
BABY AND TODDLER VEST OR CARDI
Knitting miniature outfits is next-level rewarding, be it for your own child, a niece, nephew, grandchild or a friend’s newborn. Perfect for a day out and about, this vest and cardi set is worked in popular self-striping Patons Big Baby 4ply in Earth Mix (vest) and Fairy Garden Mix (cardigan).
Instructions on page 185
INTERMEDIATE KNITTING
RELAXED RAGLAN JUMPER
Knit this warm and comfy high-neck raglan jumper and you’ll soon discover you can pair it with your choice of trousers – casual jeans, sporty cargos or smart slim or dressier wide-leg pants – for a look that is beyond chic. It’s worked in a dappled, light and lofty 12 ply yarn, and without an intricate pattern to follow, you can be confident it will be finished quick as a flash (well almost!).
Instructions on page 186
EASY KNITTING
Tactile JUMPER
Turn up the texture with this classic pullover featuring repeated sets of patterned bands. It offers a relaxed look that effortlessly pairs with chinos or jeans. Here, it is knitted in Heirloom Merino Magic 8 ply in Denim, but there are a number of other neutral and vibrant hues to pick from. Instructions on page 187
INTERMEDIATE KNITTING
CABLED BEANIE
Knit this attention-grabbing beanie and zhoosh up your winter wardrobe. Worked in Cleckheaton Verve 12 ply in Wildflowers, you’ll find it a simple way to add a pop of colour to a plain outfit. To keep the look streamlined, opt for clothing that matches one of the hues in the beanie.
Instructions on page 188
ADVANCED KNITTING
COLOUR BLOCK CARDI
This wool cardi with its delicious colour combos will be a huge hit with the kids. At the same time, it gives you an opportunity to master a variety of knitting stitches. The pattern will fit toddlers through to tweens (from ages 4 to 12).
Instructions on page 188
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
KNITTING ABBREVIATIONS
alt = alternate; approx = approximately; beg = begin/ ning; cont = continue; dec = decrease/decreasing; excl = excluding; foll/s = follows/ following; garter st = every row knit; inc = increase/increasing; incl = including/inclusive; k = knit; p = purl; patt = pattern; psso = pass slipped st over; rem = remain/ing; rep = repeat/ ing; sl = slip; st/s = stitch/es; stocking st = knit 1 row, purl 1 row; tbl = through back of loop; tog = together; ybk = yarn back; yft = yarn front; yfwd = yarn forward (bring yarn under needle then over into knitting position again, making a st); yon = yarn over needle (take yarn over top of needle into knitting position, making a st); yrn = yarn round needle (take yarn right around needle into purling position, making a st).
CROCHET ABBREVIATIONS
approx = approximately; beg = begin/ning; ch = chain; cont = continue; dc = double crochet; dtr = double treble; foll/s = follows/following; foundation ch = length of ch at beg to work sts into; htr = half treble; lp = loop/s; patt = pattern; rep = repeat/ing; sl st = slip stitch; sp/s = space/s; st/s = stitch/es; tog = together; tr = treble; turning ch = 1 or more ch worked at beginning of a row or round; yoh = yarn over hook.
BEFORE YOU START
• Quantities and project measurements are approximate. These projects have been designed for the yarns specified in the patterns. Other yarns are likely to produce different results.
• Using specified yarn, make a 15cm tension square. Use pins or tape to mark a 10cm square inside edges and count the number of stitches and rows in the space. Check against tension recommended in your pattern. If fewer stitches, use smaller needles to rework swatch until correct; if more stitches, rework swatch with larger needles.
• Check ball bands to ensure all yarn of same colour is from same dye lot, and for care instructions.
• Don’t press projects when done, unless otherwise specified.
• Australian abbreviations are used throughout instructions.
SKILL LEVELS EASY
For those with some knitting and crochet experience.
• Simple patterns with basic shaping using repetitive stitch patterns.
• Shaping in easy patterns.
• Simple patterns suitable for first-time pattern workers.
• Decreasing in pattern.
INTERMEDIATE
For those confident in knitting and crochet.
• Textured patterns.
• Cables.
• Shaping in pattern.
ADVANCED
For experienced knitters, skilled in complex patterns. A greater level of knitting knowledge is assumed.
INTERMEDIATE CROCHET
CHUNKY CHAIN THROW
You won’t believe how quickly you’ll finish this throw with its ‘chain’ effect. How come? Well it’s worked with 2 strands of Patons Cotton Blend 8 ply using a 7mm crochet hook, so it grows fast. As soon as you’ve finished one colour band, you’ll want to get onto the next. Instructions on page 191
Photography courtesy of The Australian Yarn Company. Due to the printing process, colour reproduction is a guide only.
INTERMEDIATE KNITTING
INTARSIA SCARF
It looks fancy, but this colour-blocked knitted scarf is one of the easiest you’ll ever make as it’s worked in garter stitch (knit every row). The only technique you’ll need to master is how to change yarn colours in the middle of each row. But the Intarsia Woolwind diagram on page 193 has it covered. The pompoms are the icing on the ‘cake’ so to speak.
Instructions on page 192
PONCHO O N PARADE Skill
Easy knitting
Measurements Sizes S-M (L, XL-XXL) To fit chest 90-100 (100-110, 110 -120)cm Actual Size approx 150 (170, 190)cm Length when worn approx 82 (84, 86)cm
Gather your supplies HEIRLOOM MERINO MAGIC 10 PLY 50g: 19 (23, 27) balls Denim (6505); 5mm circular knitting needle (80-100cm long)
Tension 19 sts and 24 rows to 10cm over stocking st, using 5mm needles. Correct tension is not essential for this poncho, however, measurements and yarn quantities are based on this tension.
Poncho (worked in 1 piece) Using 5mm circular needle, cast on 143 (161-179) sts.
NOTE A circular needle is used to accommodate the large number of sts. Work backwards and forwards in rows.
Work 3 rows garter st (every row knit, 1st row is wrong side).
Beg vertical textured bands
NOTE To keep edges neat, join a new ball 3 sts in from the edge. The ends can then be sewn in vertically.
Knit. K3, P16, (K3, P3) 4 times, purl to last 40 sts, (K3, P3) 4 times, P13, K3. K19, (P3 , K3) 4 times, knit to last 40 sts, (P3 , K3) 4 times, K16. K3, purl to last 3 sts, K3. K22, (P3 , K3) 3 times, knit to last 37 sts, (P3K3, P19, (K3, P3) 3 times, purl to last 37 sts, (K3, P3) 3 times, P16, K3.
