Lewis Knits

2011-11-15T04:34:00.001-08:00

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2010-04-27T13:41:00.000-07:00

Jewelry Frame
By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
any yarn you like

Needles:
any size you like
I used US7

Notions :
Row Counter if needed
Picture Frame (your choice of size)
Thumb Tacks or your choice of something to tack it down with

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
BO = Binf Off
k2tog = knit 2 sts together
psso = pass slipped st over
sl = slipped st
yo = yarn over

Pattern Instructions

Mult. of 6 + 1

I cast on 31,

Row 1 (RS) : *Sl 1, k1, psso, k2, yo, k2; rep from * to last st, k1.
Row 2 : purl and all even rows
Rep these 2 rows twice more.

Row 7 (RS) : k3, *yo, k2, k2tog, k2; rep from * to last 4 sts, yo, k2, k2tog.
Row 8 : purl
Rep these 2 row twice more.

Finishing
Weave in ends.
Tack it to your frame :)

Copyright 2009 by Mindy Lewis - All Rights Reserved.
I'm not perfect, never claimed to be, I'm only human and make human mistakes.
So if there are mistakes in my patterns please let me know so that I can fix them.
This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use.
Permission is granted to reproduce this pattern in any medium, as long as it is distributed for free
and copyright notice remains intact.
Permssion also granted to produce items from this pattern for sale. Just don't sale the pattern itself :)
Questions or comments please e-mail at : chuckandmindy@att.blackberry.net

Colorful Designer Inspired Scarf

2010-01-24T21:07:00.000-08:00

Designer Inspired Scarf
By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
bits and pieces of left over yarn
I used any and all of my yarns, from bulky weight to finger weight!

Needles:
US Size 10 1/2
but any size needle can be used
just remeber the smaller the needle, the tighter the stitch
bigger the needle, looser the stitch

Notions :
Row Counter if needed
Yarn Needle or crochet hook

Gauge : Not Imporant really

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
BO = Bind Off
YO = yarn over
k3tog = knit 3 stitches together
TS (Twisty St) = wrap yarn around both needles then around just the right needle

Pattern Instructions

Notes : You can start with either pattern, I started with the Twisty St. pattern and finished with the Box St. pattern. The twisty st pattern can be used with any number of sts, but the Box St. pattern is a mult. of 6 + 5 sts. Then just changed back and forth from each one.

CO 29
OR mult. of 6 + 5.

Twisty Stitch Pattern
Row 1 : TS to end,
Row 2 : knit all sts.
Rep these two rows 3 times.

Then

Box Stitch Pattern
Row 1 (RS) : k1, p3, *k3, p3; rep from * to last st, k1.
Row 2 : p1, k3, *p3, k3 rep from * to last st, p1.
Row 3 : k1, yo, k3tog, yo, * k3, yo, k3tog, yo rep from * to last st, k1.
Row 4 : purl all sts.
Row 5 : k4, p3, *k3, p3 rep from * to last 4 sts, k4.
Row 6 : p4, k3, *p3, k3 rep from * to last 4 sts, p4.
Row 7 : k4, yo, k3tog, yo *k3, yo, k3tog, yo rep from * to last 4 sts, k4.
Row 8 : purl all sts.
Rep these 8 rows just once,

Then do the 2 row pattern, then the 8 row pattern and so on...

Rep these 2 patterns for desired length of scarf.

Finishing

Weave in all those ends. (it's not as bad as it looks :) )
Then add 8 tassels to each end with 6 pieces at 19" long,
- fold in half and place on the BO and CO edges

Copyright 2009 by Mindy Lewis - All Rights Reserved.
I'm not perfect, never claimed to be, I'm only human and make human mistakes.
So if there are mistakes in my patterns please let me know so that I can fix them.
This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use.
Permission is granted to reproduce this pattern in any medium, as long as it is distributed for free
and copyright notice remains intact.
Permssion also granted to produce items from this pattern for sale. Just don't sale the pattern itself :)
Questions or comments please e-mail at : chuckandmindy@att.blackberry.net

Dusk...

2009-08-16T19:12:00.000-07:00

Dusk...
By Mindy Lewis

　
Level : some sock knitting required
　

Size Made : shoe size 12
　

Sizes : child med, ( child lg, adult sm, adult med, adult lg)
6 1/2, (7 1/2, 8, 9, 9 3/4)" foot cir. & about 7 ( 8 1/4, 9 1/2, 10 1/4, 11)" foot length
　

Yarn Used :
Knit Picks Essential Solids & Twists
2 balls - 231 yds per ball
Color : dusk

OR
Sock Yarn or
Fingering Weight Yarn
　

Needles:
US Size 2 DPNs
or size you prefer
　

Notions :
Cable Needle or extra DPN
Yarn Needle
5 Stitch Makers (4 the same color, then 1 different color)
　

Gauge : about 8 sts per inch
　

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
BO = Binf Off
PM = place maker
sl = slip
rd = Round
wyb = with yarn in back
wyf = with yarn in front
pwise = purlwise
p2tog = purl 2 sts together
k2tog= knit 2 sts together

ssk = slip 2 sts knitwise one at a time, from left needle to right needle, insert left needle tip through both front loops and knit together (1 st dec)

C6B = place the next 3 sts onto cable needle and hold at back of work, then knit the next 3 sts, then knit the 3 sts from cable needle

C3F = slip 1 st onto cable needle and hold at front of work, then knit the next 2 sts, then knit the st from cable needle
　
　
Notes :

Cable Pattern
10sts

Row 1 - 4 : p2, k6, p2.
Row 5 : p2, C3F, C3F, p2.
Row 6 -10 : p2, k6, p2.
Row 11 : p2, C6B, p2.
Row 12 : same as 1
Rep these 12 rows
　

Kitchener Stitch
With the top (right side) of the sock facing you.
Step 1 : Bring the yarn needle through the first st on the front needle from right to left as if to purl and leave the st on the needle.
Step 2 : Bring yarn needle through the first st on the back needle from left to right as if to knit and leave the st on the needle
Step 3 : Bring yarn needle through the first front st as if to knit and slip off the needle, thenbring the yarn needle through the next front st as if to purl and leave this st on the needle
Step 4 : Bring the yarn needle through the first back st as if to purl and slip this st off the needle, then bring the yarn needle through the next back st as if to knit and leave this st on the needle
Rep steps 3 & 4 until no sts remain on the needles.
Weave in ends.
　
　
Pattern Instructions

Leg

CO 52 (60, 64, 72, 76)

PM (one in the different color), join for knitting in rd.

2 X 2 ribbing for the length that you like. Mine is about 1".

Here is how to place cable pat.

You may place it anywhere you like but this is how you should do it if you choose to have one on each side of the sock. I usually just place a maker on each side of cable pat. so that I don't forget and then have to back track.

Sts in the ( ) are your instep sts.

use the st makers that are the same color here

You may divide your sts however you like on the DPNs, or you divid them 1 of 2 ways,

way 1 : divid your sts in half, then divide one set of those sts in half, see picture.
Say you CO 72
needle 1 half your sts (36 sts), needle 2 & 3 divid the other half of those sts ( needle 2 - 18 sts, needle 3 - 18 sts)

way 2 :

If you CO 52,
k12, (PM, 10 sts for cable pat, PM, k8, PM, 10 sts for cable pat, PM), k12.

If you CO 60,
k14, (PM, 10 sts for cable pat, PM, k12, PM, 10 sts for cable pat, PM) k14.

If you CO 64,
k15 (PM, 10 sts for cable pat, PM, k14, PM, 10 sts for cable pat, PM), k15.

If you CO 72,
K17, (PM, 10 sts for cable pat, PM, k18, PM, 10 sts for cable pat, PM) k17.

If you CO 76,
k18, (PM, 10 sts for cable pat, PM, k20, PM, 10 sts for cable pat, PM) k18.
　
Cont. til length of leg is desired length.
　
Heel Flap
The begining of your rd should be in the middle of the heel flap sts.
When you are ready to knit the heel flap, start in the rd just before that. And when you come the the heel sts, cont. in heel flap pat.

Work back and forth on heel sts in rows as follows :
Row 1 : (RS) *Sl 1 pwise with yarn in back (wyb), k1; rep from*
Row 2 : Sl 1 pwise with yarn in front (wyf), purl to end.
Rep rows 1 & 2 until a total of 26 ( 30, 32, 36, 38) rows have been worked
13 (15, 16, 18, 19) selvedge sts.

Heel Turn
Work short rows as follows :
Row 1 : (RS) k15 (17, 18, 20, 21), ssk, k1, turn work.
Row 2 : (WS) Sl 1, p5, p2tog, p1, turn.
Row 3 : Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap made on previous row, ssk (1 st from each side of gap), k1, turn.
Row 4 : Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap made on previous row, p2tog (1 st from each side of gap), p1, turn.
Repeat rows 3 & 4 until all heel sts have been worked. End with WS row.
　

Gusset
One extra st is picked up along the selvedge in corner to avoid a hole. Or pick up as many as you would like so that there are no holes, you would just have to do a few extra dec. rds.
Rd 1 : With one needle, k across all heel sts, then pick up and knit 14, (16, 17, 19, 20) sts along selvedge edge of heel flap, with another needle, work across 26 (30, 32, 36, 38) held instep sts, with another needle, pick up and knit 14 (16, 17, 19, 20) sts along other side of heel flap, then k across the first 8 (9, 9, 10, 11) heel sts from first needle. Rd now begins at center back heel.
Rd 2 : On first needle knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; on second needle k all instep sts, on third needle k1, ssk, k to end. (2 sts dec.)
Rd 3 : k all sts.
Repeat rds 2 & 3 until you have 52 (60, 64, 72, 76) sts.
　

Foot
Work even until piece measures 5 1/2 (6 1/2, 7 1/2, 8, 8 1/2)" from back of heel, or about 1 1/2 ( 1 3/4, 2, 2 1/4, 2 1/4)" less than desired total foot length.
You can also make the foot length as long as you would like.
　

Toe
Rd 1 : First needle, k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1;
second needle, k1, ssk, work to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1;
third needle, k1, ssk, k to end. (4 sts dec)
Rd 2 : k all sts.
Repeat rds 1 & 2 until 24 (28, 32, 36, 40) sts rem.
Repeat rd 1 until you have 8 (12, 12, 16, 16) sts . Then k sts from first needle onto needle 3 --- 4 ( 6, 6, 8 , 8) sts on each of your two needles.

Finishing
Finishing Toe
Cut yarn leaving a 12" tail. Use Kitchener st to graft toe sts together. See notes.Weave in ends.
　

Copyright 2009 by Mindy Lewis - All Rights Reserved.
I'm not perfect, never claimed to be, I'm only human and make human mistakes.
So if there are mistakes in my patterns please let me know so that I can fix them.
This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use.
Permission is granted to reproduce this pattern in any medium, as long as it is distributed for free
and copyright notice remains intact.
Permssion also granted to produce items from this pattern for sale.
Questions or comments please e-mail at : mindylewis678@yahoo.com

Designer Inspired Tube Scarf

2009-07-25T18:11:00.000-07:00

Designer Inspired Tube Scarf
By : Mindy Lewis
　

Finished Measurements : about 11 1/2" wide X 24" long NOT sewed
　

Yarn Used :
Knit Picks City Tweed Heavy Worsted
2 balls - 164yds
Color Used : Snowshoe
Any weight yarn will work though!

Needles:
US Size 10.5
　

Notions :
Cable Needle or DPN
Yarn Needle
　

Gauge : Not to important
　

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
BO = Binf Off
CN = cable needle
C6F (cable 6 front) = slip 3 sts onto CN and hold at front of work, knit next 3 sts, then knit sts from CN
C6B (cable 6 back) = slip 3 sts onto CN and hold at back of work, knit next 3 sts, then knit sts from CN
　

Notes : mult. 12 + 6 + 1 st for the rim on each edge (so really 2 sts)
　

Pattern Instructions

CO 68

Row 1 & 5 : k
Row 2 & all even rows : k1, p to last st, k1.
Row 3 : k1, *C6F, k6; rep from * to last 7 sts, C6F, k1.
Row 7 : k1, *k6, C6B; rep from * to last 7 sts, k7.
Row 8 : p

Rep these 8 rows for desired length, you run out of yarn or til piece measures 24"
　

Finishing
With right sides facing each other sew CO & BO edges together - see picture.
Block if desired
　

　
Copyright 2009 by Mindy Lewis - All Rights Reserved.
I'm not perfect, never claimed to be, I'm only human and make human mistakes.
So if there are mistakes in my patterns please let me know so that I can fix them.
This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use.
Permission is granted to reproduce this pattern in any medium, as long as it is distributed for free
and copyright notice remains intact.
Permssion also granted to produce items from this pattern for sale.
Questions or comments please e-mail at : mindylewis678@yahoo.com

Confusion Bag

2009-07-24T19:16:00.000-07:00

Confusion Bag
By : Mindy Lewis
　

Note: This pattern is for the knitted part of the bag only!
　

Yarn Used :
Vanna's Choice 7oz. - 340 yds / 312m per ball
Color Used : Angel White
About 1 and half balls were used.

Needles & Notions :
US Size 9
Cable Needle or DPN
2 Row Counter (needed)
Yarn Needle
Things I used for handles
2 bracelets
leather-like material
charms if desired
　

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast OnPM = place stitch marker
yf = yarn forward
sl 1 = slip 1 st. (knitwise)
psso = pass slip stitch over
k2tog = knit 2 sts together
p3tog = purl 3 sts together

C9F = slip next 5 sts onto cable needle and hold at front of work, knit the next 4 sts from left-hand needle, then knit the 5 sts from cable needle.

C12F = slip next 6 sts onto cable needle and hold at front of work, knit the next 6 sts from left-hand needle, then knit the 6 sts from cable needle.

C12B = slip next 6 sts onto cable needle and hold at back of work, knit the next 6 sts from left-hand needle, then knit the 6 sts from cable needle

MB = (k1, yf, k1, yf, k1) into next sts, turn and k5, turn and p5, turn and sl 1, k1, psso, k1, k2tog, turn and p3tog.
　

Pattern Instructions
　
Note :
The easy way to do this bag (and explain it) is place st markers before and after each cable pat. You need 2 row counter because you need one for the 9 stitch cable pattern and one for the giant braid cable pattern. I used two different colors. I wrote down next to pattern the color used, so I didn't forget which went with which cable pattern. For example : blue with 9-st cable pat. and red with giant braid cable pat. It's really rather easy once you get the hang of it. The bag/cables are done on reverse St. st.
　

The cables are separted by 8 sts, except begining and end.

So, pattern would go like this :
(RS) p9, PM, 9-St. cable pat, PM, p8, PM, giant braid cable pat, PM, p8, 9-St cable pat,PM, p9.
(WS) k9, PM, 9-St. cable pat, PM, k8, PM, giant braid cable pat, PM, k8, PM, 9-St. cable pat, PM, k9.

　
CO 70

This cable pat. is done twice, one on each side of the giant cable.

9-Stitch Cable with Bobble

panel of 9 sts on background of reverse St. st.

Row 1 : k9
Row 2 : p9
Row 3 & 4 : Rep the last 2 rows once more
Row 5 : C9F
Row 6 : p9
Row 7 : k4, {MB = (k1, yf, k1, yf, k1) into the same st., turn, and k5, turn and p5, turn and sl 1, k1, psso, k1, k2tog, turn and p3tog, (1 bobble completed)} k4.
Row 8 : p9
Row 9 -12 : Rep 1st and 2nd rows twice more.

Rep these 12 rows.
　

This cable pat. is done once, it's the big main cable in the middle of the bag.

Giant Braid Cable

panel of 18 sts on background of reverse St. st.

Row 1 : k18
Row 2 : p18
Row 3 : k6, C12F.
Row 4 : p18
Row 5 - 10 : Rep 1st and 2nd rows 3 times
Row 11 : C12B, k6
Row 12 : p18
Row 13 - 16 : Rep 1st and 2nd rows twice
Rep these 16 rows
　
Finish

Bottom corners and folded up about 1".

You can add handles however you like.
　
　

　
Please let me know if there are any problems/unclear portions of this pattern.
All Rights Reserved. This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use. You may not sell this pattern.
Please feel free to tell everyone where you got the pattern at :
www.ravelry.com Designer Mindy Lewis

CopyCat Bag

2009-07-24T18:57:00.000-07:00

　
　
CopyCat Bag
By : Mindy Lewis

Note: This pattern is for the knitted part of the bag only!
　

Yarn Used :
Preaches & Creme Cotton / 2 - 4 balls used - 2.5 oz per ball
Color Used : Ecru
Any worsted cotton will do!
　
　

Needles & Notions :
US Size 6
Row Counter
Yarn Needle
Things used for handles & other parts of bag.
Leather-like material
Material for ling bag
Needle & Thread

　　
Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On

P2Tog = Purl 2 TogetherS2KP = Slip 2 stitches together, Knit 1 stitch, Pass 2 slipped stitches over

YO = Yarn Over

K2Tog = Knit 2 Together

P2Tog = purl 2 togetherSSK = slip, slip, knit

MB = make bobble, knit into the front, back, front & back of the next stitch, turn, k4, turn and p4, turn and k4, turn, and slip 2 sts, then k2tog, psso.

KRL = Knit Right Loop is done as follows:

1. Insert right-hand needle into right loop of stitch just below next stitch, place it onto the left-hand needle and knit it.

2. Knit first stitch on the left-hand needle.

M1F (Make One Front) = From the front, lift the running thread between the stitch just worked and the next stitch with the left needle, then knit into the back loop of this stitch.

Purl Inc = Purl Increase is done as follows:

1. Purl into the top loop of the stitch in the row below the first stitch on left-hand needle (inserting needle point downward from front, not through the stitch from behind).

2. Purl into the first stitch on the left-hand needle.

Pattern Instructions

Notes : This bag is made up of 6 pieces. I have given you the pattern for the two seperate pieces. I knitted the leaf pattern first to determan the length of my bag, then I knitted the flower-like pieces.
　

Make 4 pieces of flower-like pattern (this part of bag is knit up-side down)

CO 23

Row 1: K1, p2, k1, yo, k3, s1, k1, psso, p5, k2tog, k3, yo, k1, p2, k1.
　
Row 2 : P1, k2, p6, k5, p6, k2, p1.

Row 3 : K1, p2, k2, yo, k3, s1, k1, psso, p1, MB, p1, k2tog, k3, yo, k2, p2, k1.

Row 4 : p1, k2, p7, k3, p7, k2, p1.

Row 5 : K1, p2, k3, yo, k3, s1, k1, psso, p1, k2tog, k3, yo, k3, p2, k1.

Row 6 : P1, k2, p8, k1, p8, k2, p1.

Row 7 : K1, p2, k4, yo, k3, s1, k2tog, psso, k3, yo, k4, p2, k1.

Row 8 : P1, k2, p17, k2, p1.

Rep these 8 rows
　
　
Make 2 pieces of leaf
　
CO 36

Row 1: K10, P5, K4, P3, K14.

Row 2: P12, P2Tog, KRL, K2, P4, K2 YO, K1, YO, K2, P10.

Row 3: K10, P7, K4, P2, K1, P1, K13.

Row 4: P11, P2Tog, K1, Purl Inc, K2, P4, K3, YO, K1, YO, K3, P10.

Row 5: K10, P9, K4, P2, K2, P1, K12.

Row 6: P10, P2Tog, K1, Purl Inc, P1, K2, P4, SSK, K5, K2Tog, P10.

Row 7: K10, P7, K4, P2, K3, P1, K11.

Row 8: P9, P2Tog, K1, Purl Inc, P2, K2, P4, SSK, K3, K2Tog, P10.

Row 9: K10, P5, K4, P2, K4, P1, K10.

Row 10: P10, YO, K1, YO, P4, K2, P4, SSK, K1, K2Tog, P10.

Row 11: K10, P3, K4, P2, K4, P3, K10.

Row 12: P10, (K1, YO) twice, K1, P4, K1, KRL, P2Tog, P2, S2KP, P10.

Row 13: K14, P3, K4, P5, K10.
Row 14: P10, K2, YO, K1, YO, K2, P4, K1, KRL, K1, P2Tog, P12.

Row 15: K13, P1, K1, P2, K4, P7, K10.

Row 16: P10, K3, YO, K1, YO, K3, P4, K2, Purl Inc, K1, P2Tog, P11.

Row 17: K12, P1, K2, P2, K4, P9, K10.

Row 18: P10, SSK, K5, K2Tog, P4, K2, P1, Purl Inc, K1, P2Tog, P10.

Row 19: K11, P1, K3, P2, K4, P7, K10.

Row 20: P10, SSK, K3, K2Tog, P4, K2, P2, Purl Inc, K1, P2Tog, P9.

Row 21: K10, P1, K4, P2, K4, P5, K10.

Row 22: P10, SSK, K1, K2Tog, P4, K2, P4, YO, K1, YO, P10.

Row 23: K10, P3, K4, P2, K4, P3, K10.

Row 24: P10, S2KP, P2, P2Tog, K1, KRL, P4, (K1, YO) twice, K1, P10.

For mine I rep these 24 rows 3 times
　
　

2009-06-21T23:49:00.000-07:00

Knot Ribbon Coffee Sweater (Cozy)
By : Mindy Lewis

Finished Measurements : 4" wide X 8" long

Yarn Used :
Peaches & Creme
Cotton Wrosted
Color Used : White, Orange & a tan
Any worsted will do!

Needles:
US Size 7

Notions :
Ribbon
Yarn Needle

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
BO = Bind Off
yo = yarn over
k2tog = knit 2 sts together
p2tog = purl 2 sts together

Notes : Pretty snug fit on coffee cup.

Pattern Instructions

To make the cozy without ribbon repeat rows 1 -4.

CO 19

Row 1 : K all sts
Row 2 : K1, * p2tog without slipping sts off needle, then k tog the same 2 sts; rep from * to end.
Row 3 : K all sts
Row 4 : *P2tog without slipping sts off needle, then k tog the same 2 sts; rep from * to last st, k1. Row 5 : K4, yo, k2tog, k8, yo, k2tog, k3.
Row 6 : same as row 2
Row 7 : K all sts
Row 8 : same as row 4

Rep these 8 rows 5 times

BO.

Finishing
Sew cast on and bind off edges together.
Run ribbon through small holes, tie in a bow after you have fitted on coffee cup.

Please let me know if there are any problems/unclear portions of this pattern.
Copyright 2009 by Mindy Lewis - All Rights Reserved.
This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use. Permission is granted to reproduce this pattern in any medium, as long as it is distributed for free and copyright notice remains intact.
Permssion also granted to produce items from this pattern for sale.
Questions or comments please e-mail at : mindylewis678@yahoo.com

Husband Scarf

2009-06-21T23:39:00.000-07:00

Husband Scarf
By Mindy Lewis

Finished Measurements : 6" wide X given when finished

Yarn Used :
Knit Picks Wool of the Andes
3 balls - 110yds / 50g per ball

Color Used : Cloud
Any yarn will do!

Needles:
US Size 8

Notions :
Yarn Needle

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
BO = Bind Off

Notes : I wanted something manly and easy. This is both.
Looks the same on both sides. Mult. of 3 sts + 1 st.

Pattern Instructions

CO 40

Row 1 : *K2, p1 rep from*to last st, k1.
Row 2 : P1, *k2, p1 rep from* to end.
Rep these 2 rows for desired length of scarf.

BO.

Finishing
Weave in ends.

Fountains Coffee Sweater (Cozy)

2009-06-21T23:33:00.000-07:00

Fountains Coffee Sweater (Cozy)
By : Mindy Lewis

The first picture is the pattern right out of the book, all I did was take a picture of it, I hope this clears up any confusion.

Then you just add two stitches to each side, 4 sts all together, easy as pie!

Finished Measurements : 4" tall X 8" long

Yarn Used :
Lion Brand Wool-Ease
197yds / 180m - 3zo / 85g

Color Used : Cocoa

Any worsted yarn will do!

Very little is used.

Needles:
US Size 7

Notions :
2 Buttons
Needle & Thread
Yarn Needle

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
st / sts = stitch / sticthes
yo = yarn over
yfrn = yarn forward and around needle (increase)
yon = yarn over needle (increase)
psso = pass slipped st over
sl = slip
k2tog = knit 2 stitches together
yb = yarn to the back
rep = repeat

Notes : I didn't block mine, but if you would like to show off the leafy lace better, wet block.

Pattern Instructions

CO 20

Row 1 : K20
Row 2 : *K1, sl 1 : rep from* to last 2 sts, k2.
Row 3 : K20
Row 4 : K2, * sl 1, k1, rep from * to end.
Rep these 4 rows twice

Row 1 : (RS) K3, yo, k1, sl 1, k1, psso, p1, k2tog, k1, yfrn, p1, yb, sl 1, k1, psso, p1, k2tog,

(yo, k1) twice, k2.

Row 2: K2, p5, k1, p1, k1, p3, k1, p4, k2.

Row 3 : K3, yo, k1, sl 1, k1, psso, p1, k2tog, k1, p1, yb, sl 1, k2tog, psso, yo, k3, yo, k3.

Row 4 : K2, p7, k1, p2, k1, p4, k2.

Row 5 : K2, (K1, yo) twice, sl 1, k1, psso, p1, (k2tog) twice, yo, k5, yo, k3.

Row 6 : K2, p8, k1, p1, k1, p5, k2.

Row 7 : k3, yo, k3, yo, sl 1, k2tog, psso, p1, yon, k1, sl 1, k1, psso, p1, k2tog, k1, yo, k3.

Row 8 : k2, p4, k1, p3, k1, p7, k2.

Row 9 : k3, yo, k5, yo, sl 1, k1, psso, k1, sl 1, k1, psso, p1, k2tog, k1, yo, k3.

Row 10 : K2, p4, k1, p2, k1, p8, k2.

Rep rows 1-10 (3 more times)

(RS) After that rep rows 1 -4 (3 more times)

If you wish to add button holes, here's how (if not skip this section) :
Next Row : K5, yo, k2tog, k7, yo, k2tog, k4.

Rep row 2 of pat.
K 1 row.

BO.

Here is the leafy lace pattern only!

panel of 16 sts

Row 1 : (RS) K1, yo, k1, sl 1, k1, psso, p1, k2tog, k1, yfrn, p1, yb, sl 1, psso, p1, k2tog, [yo, k1] twice.
Row 2 : p5, k1, p1, k1, p3, k1, p4.
Row 3 : k1, yo, k1, sl 1, k1, psso, p1, k2tog, k1, p1, yb, sl 1, k2tog, psso, yo, k3, yo, k1.
Row 4 : p7, k1, p2, k1, p4.
Row 5 : [k1, yo] twice, sl 1, k1, psso, p1, [k2tog] twice, yo, k5, yo, k1.
Row 6 : p8, k1, p1, k1, p5.
Row 7 : k1, yo, k3, yo, sl 1, k2tog, psso, p1, yon, k1, sl 1, k1, psso, p1, k2tog, k1, yo, k1.
Row 8 : p4, k1, p3, k1, p7.
Row 9 : k1, yo, k5, yo, sl 1, k1, psso, k1 sl 1, psso, p1, k2tog, k1, yo, k1.
Row 10 : p4, k1, p2, k1, p8.

rep these 10 rows.

Finishing
Sew cast on & bind off edges together, with wrong sides facing each other.
Attach buttons if desired.

2009-06-15T10:26:00.000-07:00

Zig-Zag Coffee Sweater (Cozy)
By : Mindy Lewis

Finished Measurements : 3" tall X 9" long

Yarn Used :
Knit Picks
Color Used : Painted Desert
Any worsted yarn will do!

Needles:
US Size 7

Notions :
Cable Needle
Yarn Needle

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
T2B = slip next st onto cable needle and hold at back of work, knit next st from left-hand needle, then purl st from cable needle.
T2F = slip next st onto cable needle and hold at front of work, purl next st from left-hand needle, then knit st from cable needle

Pattern Instructions

CO 42

Row 1 : k42
Row 2 : k42

Row 3 : (RS) P3, T2B, * p2, T2B: rep from * to last st, p1.
Row4 : K2, *p1, k3,: rep from * to end.
Row 5 : P2, *T2B, p2; rep from * to end.
Row 6 : *k3, p1; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2.
Row 7 : P1, T2B, * p2, T2B; rep from * to last 3 sts, p3.
Row 8 : K4, p1, *k3, p1; rep from *to last st, k1.
Row 9 : P1, T2F, *p2, T2F; rep from * to last 3 sts, p3.
Row 10 : As 6th row.
Row 11 : P2, *T2F, p2; rep from * to end.
Row 12 : As 4th Row
Row 13 : P3, T2F, *p2, T2F; rep from * to last st. p1.
Row14 : K1, p1, *k3, p1; rep from *to last 4 sts, k4.

Rep rows 3 - 14 for desried length or
Knit 2 rows.
BO.

Finishing
Sew cast on & bind off edges together, with wrong sides facing each other.

Summer Nights Top

2009-05-07T22:51:00.000-07:00

SummerNight's
By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Knit Picks Shadow (a lace yarn)
1 1/2 skeins used - 440yds / 50g per skein
Try a lace cotton for a lighter top.

Color Used : Pink Posy

About or less than 1 skein was used for this top.

Any yarn will work.

Needles & Notions :
US Size 7
2 to 4 buttons
Yarn Needle

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
YO = yarn over

Notes : This is a form fitting top. Very stretchy also. Would look great on anyone even the ones with child, no matter how far along they are.

Pattern

CO 120, more or less depending on how long you would like it

(makes sure it's an even number of sts.)

Row 1 - 4 : knit
Row 5 : k2, *yo, yo, k1* to last st. k1.
Row 6 : k2, *drop yo's, k1* to last st. k1.
Rep these 6 rows til piece measures around the top of your breast

Then knit 1 row.

BO.

You don't have to had the straps, a strapless would be Very Cute too!

But if you would like

Straps (make 2) - two ways to add straps -

Pick up 4 sts where you would attach them.

Attach yarn

K1, K into front & back of next st (twice), k1. (6 sts.)

then cont. in pattern.

Row 1 - 4 : Knit

Row 5 : k2, (yo, yo, k1) 3 times, k1.

Row 6 : k2, (drop yo's, k1) 3 times, k1.

CO 6
Row 1 - 4 : knit
Row 5 : k2, (yo, yo, k1) 3 times, k1.
Row 6 : k2, ( drop yo's, k1) 3 times, k1.
Rep these 6 rows til piece is long enough to fit over shoulder from front to back.

When desired length..

For button hole

Knit 1 row

K3, yo, k2tog, k1.

Knit 2 rows.

BO.

Finishing
Sew up side - cast on & bind off edges
Once side is sewed up attach straps or add them in desired place. Easiest would be a knitted area.

Add buttons to front and/or back.

Please let me know if there are any problems/unclear portions of this pattern.
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www.ravelry.com Designer Mindy Lewis

Pretty Little Cables Clutch

2009-03-03T11:39:00.000-08:00

Pretty Little Cables Clutch
By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Lion Brand Wool
1 ball

Color Used : Winter White

Any worsted yarn will do!

Needles & Notions :
US Size 7
Row Counter if needed
Cable Needle or DPN
Yarn Needle
Handles
Ribbon & Material for lining bag if desired

Size : 11" wide (after I blocked mine) & 6" folded in half

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
Rep = repeat
S1 = slip 1 stitch purlwise
crossover = slip next st to cable needle, k2, than k st from cable needle

Pattern Instructions

Mult. of 6 sts. plus 3 sts.

CO 63

Row 1 : k3, *p1, s1, p1, k3*: rep from to end.
Row 2 : p3,*k3, p3 * rep to end.
Row 3 : crossover, *p1, s1, p1, crossover* rep from to end.
Row 4 : p3,*k3, p3 * rep to end.

Rep rows 1-4, 10 times ( about 5 1/2" long ) or desired length

Row 1 : *k3, p3 * to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 2 : *p3, k3 * to last 3 sts, p3.
Row 1 : k3, *p1, s1, p1, k3*: rep from to end.
Row 2 : p3,*k3, p3 * rep to end.
Row 3 : crossover, *p1, s1, p1, crossover* rep from to end.
Row 4 : p3,*k3, p3 * rep to end.

Rep rows 1-4, 10 times or desired length

BO.

Finishing
Block if desired.
(I blocked mine b/c of the handles I used, it wasn't wide enough, by just about 1 or 1/2 inch.)
With wrong sides facing each other, sew up sides.
( I used the long tail left over from CO & BO to sew up sides.)
Attach handles
& ribbon ( I ran ribbon behind each cable)

Please let me know if there are any problems/unclear portions of this pattern.
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www.ravelry.com Designer Mindy Lewis

Cables & Lace Bag

2009-02-26T13:58:00.001-08:00

Cables & Lace Bag
By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Lion Brand Wool
Less than 1 ball used

Color Used : Winter White
Any worsted yarn will do!

Needles & Notions :
US Size 7
Row Counter if needed.
Cable Needle or DPN
Ribbon

Size : 16" long not folded in half/ 8" folded in half & 4 1/2 " wide

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
s1 = slip one st. from left needle to right needle without knitting
yo = yarn over
C6B = place next 3 sts on cable needle, k3, then k3 from cable needle
DD = (double decrease) on 3 sts, slip 2 sts {as if to K} to right handle needle, k1, pass both slipped sts over k sts together, and drop them.
k2tog = k 2 sts together
psso = pass slipped st over k st.

Pattern Instructions

Mult. of 11 plus 6

CO 28

Knit 2 rows

Row 1 & 5 : k6 * yo, s1 purlwise, k1 (psso), k1, k2tog., yo, k6.
Row 2, 4, 6 : purl
Row 3 : *C6B, k1, yo, DD, yo, k1 * to last 6 sts, C6B.
Row 7 : *k7, yo, DD, yo, k1* to last 6 sts, k6.
Row 8 : purl
Rep these 8 rows for desired length or 16".
End with Row 7.
Knit 2 rows.
BO (wrong side)

Finishing
Sew up side with wrong sides facing each other to about 1" from top.
Run ribbon around top through lace holes, and behind cables (about 1" from top )

Please let me know if there are any problems/unclear portions of this pattern.
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www.ravelry.com Designer Mindy Lewis

Smock You Coffee Sweater (cozy)

2009-02-12T12:09:00.000-08:00

Smock You Coffee Sweater (Cozy)
by : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Knit Picks - Wool of the Andes
Color Used : Painted Desert
Any worsted yarn will do!

Needles & Notions :
US Size 6
Row Counter if needed
Yarn Needle
2 buttons

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
smocking st = insert RH needle from front between 6th and 7th sts, wrap yarn around needle and draw through a loop, sl this loop on LH needle and k tog with first st on LH needle
k2tog = knit the next 2 sts together
YO = yarn over

Pattern Instructions

mult. of 16 sts plus 2 sts.

CO 22

Row 1 : (RS) k2, p2, * k2, p2; rep from * to end, k2.
Row 2 : k2, *k2, p2, rep from * to last 4 sts, k4.

Row 3 : k2, p2, * smocking st, k1, p2, k2, p2; rep from * to end. k2.
Row 4 & 6 : as row 2
Row 5 : as row 1
Row 7 : k2, p2, k2, p2, * smocking st, k1, p2, k2, p2; rep from * to last 6 sts, k2, p2, k2.

Row 8 : as row 2
Rep these 8 rows for desired length.
knit 4 row
Next row : k4, YO, k2tog, k to last 5 sts, YO, k2tog, k to end.
knit 2 rows
BO.

Finishing

Sew on buttons

Weave in ends.

Please let me know if there are any problems/unclear portions of this pattern.
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Once Upon A Time..... Scarf

2009-02-06T20:34:00.000-08:00

Once Upon A Time...
by : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Lion Brand - Lion Wool
2 balls - 158yds / 144m - 3oz / 85g

Color Used : Winter White

Needles & Notions :
US Size 7
Row Counter if needed
Yarn Needle

Size : 7" Wide X as long as you like :)

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On

K2tog = knit 2 stitches together

yo = yarn over

sk2po = slip 1 stitch, knit 2 stitches togther, pass the slip st over (2 stitches decreased)

ssk = slip 2 stitches one at a time, knit 2 slipped stitches togther through back loop

Pattern

Mult. of 14 plus 11 sts.

CO 39

Row 1 : (RS) k2tog, k3, yo, *k1, yo, k3, ssk, yo, sk2po, yo, k2tog, k3, yo; rep from* to las 6 sts, k1, yo, k3, ssk.

Row 2 : Purl

Rep these 2 rows twice more,

Row 5 : (RS) k2tog, k3, yo, *k1, yo, k3, ssk, yo, sk2po, yo, k2tog, k3, yo; rep from* to las 6 sts, k1, yo, k3, ssk.

Row 6 : knit

Rep these 6 rows for desired length of scarf.

Finishing

Weave in ends.

Please let me know if there are any problems/unclear portions of this pattern.
All Rights Reserved. This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use. You may not sell this pattern or items made from this pattern. Please feel free to tell everyone where you got the pattern at :
www.ravelry.com Designer Mindy Lewis

Love's Scarf

2008-12-03T23:05:00.000-08:00

Love's Scarf
by Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Lane Cervinia Londra
3 balls - 80m / 50 g per ball

Color Used : mult. color

Needles & Notions :
US Size 11 straight
Cable Needle
Yarn Needle
Stitch Marker if desired
Row Counter if needed

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On

C8B = slip next 4 sts on cable needle hold at back of work, knit next 4 sts, than knit 4 sts from cable needle

P2tog = purl 2 sts together
tog = together
rep = repeat

{p2tog, k same 2tog} = p2tog without slipping sts off needle, then k tog the same 2 sts - # of times

Pattern Instructions

CO 24

Row 1 : k to end.
Row 2 : k1, {p2tog, k same 2tog} - 6 times, p8, k1, {p2tog, k same 2tog} once
Row 3 : k to end.
Row 4 : {p2tog, k same 2tog} - 6 times, k1, p8, {p2tog, k same 2tog} - once, k1.
Row 5 : k3, C8B, k13.
Row 6 : k1, {p2tog, k same 2tog} - 6 times, p8, k1, {p2tog, k same 2tog} once
Row 7 : k to end,
Row 8 : {p2tog, k same 2tog} - 6 times, k1, p8, {p2tog, k same 2tog} - once, k1.
Row 9 : k to end.
Row 10 : k1, {p2tog, k same 2tog} - 6 times, p8, k1, {p2tog, k same 2tog} once
Row 11 : k to end.
Row 12 : {p2tog, k same 2tog} - 6 times, k1, p8, {p2tog, k same 2tog} - once, k1.

Rep these 12 rows for desired length of scarf.
End with the 12th row.
Knit one row (RS)
BO (WS)

Finishing
Weave in ends.
Add fringe if you like.

Please let me know if there are any problems/unclear portions of this pattern.
All Rights Reserved. This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use. You may not sell this pattern or items made from this pattern. Please feel free to tell everyone where you got the pattern at :
www.ravelry.com Designer Mindy Lewis

Yesterday's Bag

2008-11-24T21:23:00.000-08:00

Yesterday's Bag
By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Knit Picks Wool of the Andes

5 balls -110yds / 50g per ball

Color Used: Maple Syrup

Lion Brand Jiffy
Less than 1 ball used

Color Used : Dusty Pink

Needles & Notions :
US Size 9 (Straight or Circular)
Yarn Needle
Cable Needle
Needle & Thread
Row Counter if needed
Material for lining handles & bag (optional)
4 Buttons (1.5", optional)

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
yf = Yarn Front
yb = Yarn Back
sl = slip
k2tog = knit 2 sts together
C9B = slip next 4 sts onto a cable needle and hold at back of work, knit the next 5 sts from left-hand needle, then knit sts from cable needle
C4B = slip 2 sts on cable needle, knit the next 2 sts, then knit the 2 sts from cable needle

Pattern

Bag Sides (Make 2 )
CO 82
Row 1 : (RS) knit
Row 2 : K1, *yf, sl 2 purlwise, yb, k4; rep from* to last 3 sts, yf, sl 2 purlwise, yb, k1.
Row 3 : K1, *keeping yarn at back sl 2 purlwise, k4 rep from* to last 3 sts., sl 2 purlwise, k1.
Row 4 : as 2nd row
Row 5 : as 3rd row
Row 6 : as 2nd row
Row 7 : knit
Row 8 : K4, *yf, sl 2 purlwise, yb, k4; rep from* to end
Row 9 : K4, *keeping yarn at back sl 2 purlwise, k4 rep from* to end.
Row 10 : as 8th row
Row 11 : as 9th row
Row 12 : as 8th row
Rep these 12 rows once more.
Knit 2 rows

(Twisted Cable RIbbing)
Next Row : (RS) P2, * k2, p2; rep from* to end.
Row 2 : K2, *p2, k2; rep from to end.
Row 3 : P2, *k2tog but do not slip off needle, then insert right-hand needle between these 2 sts. and knit the 1st st. again, slipping both sts. off needle tog., p2; rep from * to end.
Row 4 : as 2nd row
Rep these 4 rows twice more

Knit 2 rows
Next Row : (RS) knit
Row 2 : K1, *yf, sl 2 sts purlwise, yb, k4; rep from* to last 3 sts, yf, sl 2 purlwise, yb, k1.
Row 3 : K1, *keeping yarn at back sl 2 purlwise, k4 rep from* to last 3 sts., sl 2 purlwise, k1.
Row 4 : as 2nd row
Row 5 : as 3rd row
Row 6 : as 2nd row
Row 7 : knit
Row 8 : K4, *yf, sl 2 purlwise, yb, k4; rep from* to end
Row 9 : K4, *keeping yarn at back sl 2 purlwise, k4 rep from* to end.
Row 10 : as 8th row
Row 11 : as 9th row
Row 12 : as 8th row
Rep these 12 rows for desired length of bag.
BO.

Handles (Make 2)
Knit 4 rows
Next Row : (RS) knit
Row 2 : K2, p9, k2.
Row 3 : k
Row 4 : K2, p9, k2.
Row 5: K2, C9B, k2.
Row 6 : K2, p9, k2.
Row 7: k
Row 8 : K2, p9, k2.
Row 9 : k
Row 10 : K2, p9, k2.
Row 11 : k
Row 12 : K2, p9, k2.
Rep these 12 rows til they measure 26" or desired length of handles.
Then knit 4 rows,
Bind Off.
Block if desired. Makes them easier to line.

Small Pieces to Hold Cable Around Bag on
(Make 4)
CO 5
knit every row til piece measures 3"
BO

Cable Around Bag
With another color of yarn
CO 10
1st row : (RS) k
2nd row : k3, p4, k3.
3rd row : k
4th row : k3, p4, k3
5th row : k3, C4B, k3.
6th row : k3, p4, k3.
Rep these 6 rows til measures about 30"
This length is long enough but not to long, when tied pulls in bag alittle.
Make 4 Pompoms attach to ends of. (Mine are about 1" pompoms)

Finishing Bag
If you choose to line bag, do so after all other pieces have been attached.
With wrong sides of bag facing each other, sew bottom of bag, then the sides up to the top of ribbing.
Attach handles, one on each side, button evenly spaced on top of where you attach the handles.
Attach small knitted pieces about 3" from side and 1" down from handle.
Pull Cable through loops and tie on one side.

Hugs & Kisses Beanie Hat

2008-11-24T19:43:00.001-08:00

Hugs & Kisses Beanie Hat

By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Lion Brand Jiffy (less than 1 ball)
Color Used : White

Needles & Notions :
US Size 10.5 Straight & Double Pointed (DP)
Yarn Needle
Row Counter if needed

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
K2tog = knit 2 st. together
C4F = slip next 2 st. on cable needle hold at front of work, knit next 2 st., than knit 2 st. from cable needle
C4B= slip next 2 st. on cable needle hold at back work, knit next 2 st., than knit 2 st. from cable needle

Pattern Instructions
CO 12
Row 1 : K to end.
Row 2 and every alt row : Purl
Row 3 : K2, C4F, C4B, k2.
Row 5 : knit.
Row 7 : k2, C4B, C4F, k2.
Row 9 : knit
Row 11 : k2, C4B, C4F, k2.
Row 13 : knit
Row 15 : K2, C4F, C4B, k2.
Row 16 : purl.
Rep these 16 rows til piece measures around your head comfortably. Makes the perfect fit.
Sew ends together.

With DP needles pick up and knit 58 st. on one side.
Place maker, join for knitting in round.
Now knit every round til hat fits comfortably, about 2" from top of head.

Shaping Crown (Top)
Row 1 : k8, k2tog to end.
Row 2 and every alt row : knit
Row 3 : k7, k2tog to end.
Row 5 : k6, k2tog to end.
Row 7 : k5, k2tog to end.
Row 9 : k4, k2tog to end.
Row 11 : k3, k2tog to end.
Row 13 : k2, k2tog.
Row 15 : k1, K2tog to end.
Row 17 : K2tog to end.
Cut yarn and with a yarn needle, weave through remaining stitches, pull tight.

Finishing
Weave in ends.

Ruffled Neck Warmer

2008-11-24T19:31:00.000-08:00

Ruffled Neck Warmer

By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn :
Knit Picks - Wool of Andes Bulky
1 skein - 137yds

Color Used : Spumoni

Needles & Notions :
Us Size 11 Straight
Crochet Hook Size G/6 - 4.25mm
2 Buttons
Needle & Thread
Row Counter if needed

Abbreviations :
CO = cast On
K = knit
sl = slip stitch
rep = repeat
yf = yarn in front
yb = yarn in back
BO = Bind off

Size : 6 1/4" Wide X 24 1/2" Long with ruffles on each end

Pattern Instructions
CO 25
Row 1-2 (RS) : Knit
Row 3 : K1, *sl 1 purlwise, k1; rep. from * to end.
Row 4 : K1, *yf, sl 1 purlwise, yb, k1; rep from * to end.
Row 5-6 : Knit
Row 7 : K2, *sl 1 purlwise, k1; rep from * to end, k1.
Row 8 : K2, *yf, sl 1 purlwise, yb, k1; rep from * to end, k1.
Rep these 8 row
til piece measures about 20" (or desired length) end with row 8
Next Row (a knit row) : k7, BO 2, k7, BO 2, k7.
Next Row (also a knit row) : K7, CO 2, k7, CO 2, k7.
Row 3 of pat. : K1, *sl 1 purlwise, k1; rep. from * to end.
cont. in pat. for about 2".
Next row : BO.

Edging (Ruffles)
(This is the only way I know how to explain using a crochet hook. I hope you can understand.
Please let me know if you have any questions.)
Attach yarn,
Chain 3,
Wrap yarn around needle,
Put needle through first stitch, pull through, (3 stitches on needle)
Wrap yarn around needle, pull through 2 loops on needle,
Wrap yarn around needle, pull through 2 loops on needle.
Chain 3,
Wrap yarn around, put needle through same stitch,
Pull through, ( 3 stitches on needle)
Wrap yarn around needle, pull through 2 loops on needle,
Wrap yarn around, pull through 2 loops on needle.
Cont. these steps to end of piece, do for both ends.
Cut yarn, pull end through last loop.

Finishing
Weave in ends.
Sew on buttons.

Country Flower

2008-11-23T23:53:00.000-08:00

Country Flower

By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Lion Brand Jiffy
Color Used : Caffe

Needles & Notions :
US Size 9
Yarn Needle
Row Counter if needed
Material for lining bag
and flower on front of bag (Optional)
Button (Optional)
Needle & Thread

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
M1 = pick up horizontal strand of yarn lying between stitch just worked and next stitch and knit it.
K2tog = Knit 2 stitches together
C4F = slip next 2 st. on cable needle hold at front of work, knit next 2 st., than knit 2 st. from cable needle
C4B= slip next 2 st. on cable needle hold at back work, knit next 2 st., than knit 2 st. from cable needle

Pattern Instructions
CO 48
Row 1 : knit
Row 2 and every alt row : Purl
Row 3 : *K2, C4B; rep from* to end.
Row 5 : Knit
Row 7 : *C4F, K2; rep from* to end.
Row 8 : Purl

Rep these 8 rows once more.

Next Row : (RS) K1, M1, *k to end*
Next Row : K1, *p1, k1 to end* rep this row 6 more times
Next Row : (RS) K1, k2tog, *k to end*
Row 2 : (WS) purl

Row 1 : knit
Row 2 and every alt row : Purl
Row 3 : *K2, C4B; rep from* to end.
Row 5 : Knit
Row 7 : *C4F, K2; rep from* to end.
Row 8 : Purl

Rep these 8 rows for desired length of bag.

Next Row : (RS) K1, M1, *k to end*
Next Row : K1, *p1, k1 to end* rep this row 6 more times
Next Row : (RS) K1, k2tog, *k to end*
Row 2 : (WS) purl

Row 1 : knit
Row 2 and every alt row : Purl
Row 3 : *K2, C4B; rep from* to end.
Row 5 : Knit
Row 7 : *C4F, K2; rep from* to end.
Row 8 : Purl

Rep these 8 rows once more.
Bind off

Finishing
Weave in ends.
Fold in half, wrong sides facing each other, sew up sides.
Add handles, lining and anything else you would like to give it a little flare!

Enjoy!

Frenchy French Coffee Press Cozie

2008-11-23T23:34:00.000-08:00

Frenchy French Coffee Press Cozie

By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Lion Brand Jiffy
Color Used : Caffe

Needles & Notions :
US Size 9 Straight
Yarn Needle
Needle & thread
4 buttons
Crochet Needle any size ( used G/6 - 4.4mm)
Row Counter if needed

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On
T3B = slip next st. onto cable needle and hold at back of work, knit next 2 st. from left and needle, then purl st. from cable needle
T3F = slip next st. onto a cable needle and hold at front of work, knit next 2 st. from left and needle, then purl st. from cable needle
C4F = slip next 2 st. on cable needle hold at front of work, knit next 2 st., than knit 2 st. from cable needle
C4B= slip next 2 st. on cable needle hold at back work, knit next 2 st., than knit 2 st. from cable needle

Pattern Instructions

CO 30

Knit 6 rows

1st Row : (RS) k3, p1, k8, p1, k4, p1, k8, p1, k3.
2nd Row : k4, p8, k6, p8, k4.
3rd Row : k3, p1, C4B, C4F, p1, k4, p1, C4B, C4F, p1, k3.
4th Row : k4, p2, k4, p2, k6, p2, k4, p2, k4.
5th Row : k3, T3B, p4, T3F, k4, T3B, p4, T3F, k3
6th Row : k3, p2, k6, p2, k4, p2, k6, p2, k3.
7th Row : k5, p6, k8, p6, k5
8th Row : same as 6th row
9th Row : same as 7th row
10th Row : same as 6th row
11th Row : k3, T3F, p4, T3B, k4, T3F, p4, T3B, k3.
12th Row : k4, p2, k4, p2, k6, p2, k4, p2, k4.
13th Row : k3, p1, C4F, C4B, p1, k4, p1, C4F, C4B, p1, k3.
14th Row : k4, p8, k6, p8, k4
15th Row : k3, p1, C4B, C4F, p1, k4, p1, C4B, C4F, p1, k3.
16th Row : k4, p8, k6, p8, k4.
17th Row : k3, p1, k8, p1, k4, p1, k8, p1, k3.
18th Row: same as 14th row
19th Row : same as 15th row
20th Row : same as 16th row
Rep these 20 rows for desired length.
Next Row : (RS) Knit

knit 5 rows

Bind off, weave in ends.

Finishing
Crochet a chain 10 stitches long. (make 4)
Sew on buttons evenly spaced on one end.
Attach crocheted chains to other side,
also evenly space, to wrap around buttons.

Please let me know if there are any problems/unclear portions of this pattern.
All Rights Reserved. This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use. You may not sell this pattern or items made from this pattern. Please feel free to tell everyone where you got the pattern at :
www.ravelry.com Designer Mindy Lewis

Mini Santa Hat

2008-11-23T23:25:00.000-08:00

Mini Santa Hat
By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn :
Caron Simple Soft Eco
Color Used : Wine Country

any worsted yarn will do!

Bernet Softee Baby
Color Used : Bongo Blue

TLC Macaroon (Super Bulky)
Color : Coconut

Needles & Notions :
Us Size 3 Double Pointed & Straight
Place Marker
Yarn Needle
Row Counter if needed
Abbreviations :
K = Knit
K2Tog = Knit 2 Stitches Together
CO = Cast On

Size : about 3" Wide X 4 1/2" Tall with pompom on top of hat

Pattern Instructions

Hat Cuff :
With US 3 Straight Needles
CO 25
Knit every row til piece measures 1"
Transfer or knit to DP Needles
PM, Join for knitting in round.
Row 1-4 : Knit
Row 5 : K5, K2Tog, to end.
Row 6-7 : Knit
Row 8: K4, K2Tog, to end.
Row 9-10 : Knit
Row 11 : K3, K2Tog, to end.
Row 12-13 : Knit
Row 14 : K2, K2Tog, to end.
Row 15-16 : Knit
Row 17 : K1, K2Tog, to end.
Row 18-19 : Knit
Row 20 : K2Tog. to end.
Cut yarn, weave through remaining stitches.
Weave in ends.
To make ball on top of hat :
Leave a 2" tail,
Wrap yarn around finger a few times,
Tie ends together tightly.
Then weave both pieces through yarn needle and attach to top of hat.

His & Her's Coffee Cozies

2008-11-21T18:50:00.000-08:00

His & Hers Coffee Cozie
By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Peaches & Creme
Color : Camel

Red Heart Sport
Color Used : Hot Pink

any cotton yarn will do!

Needles & Notions :
US size 6
Yarn Needle
Cable Needle
Row Counter if needed

Abbrevi6ations :
K = Knit
P = Purl
CO = Cast On

T3B = slip next st onto cable needle and hold at back of work, knit next 2 sts from left-hand needle, then purl st from cable needle

T3F = slip next 2 sts onto cable needle and hold at front of work, purl next st from left-hand needle, then knit sts from cable needle

C4F = slip next 2 st. on cable needle hold at front of work, knit next 2 st., than knit 2 st. from cable needle

C4B= slip next 2 st. on cable needle hold at back work, knit next 2 st., than knit 2 st. from cable needle

Pattern Instructions

CO 20

1st Row : (RS) K2, P2, C4B, p4, C4F, p2, k2.
2nd Row : K4, p4, k4, p4, k4.
3rd Row : K2, P1, T3B, T3F, p2, T3B, T3F, p1, k2
4th Row : K3, [p2, k2] 3 times, p2, k3.
5th Row : K2, [T3B, p2, T3F] twice, k2.
6th Row : K2, P2, k4, p4, k4, p2, k2.
7th Row : K4, p4 C4B, p4, k4.
8th Row : As 6th Row.
9th Row : K4, p4, k4, p4, k4.
10th Row : As 6th Row.
11th Row : As 7th Row.
12th Row : As 6th Row.
13th Row : K2, [T3F, p2, T3B] twice, k2.
14th Row : As 4th Row .
15th Row : K2, P1, T3F, T3B, p2, T3F, T3B, p1, k2.
16th Row : As 2nd Row.
17th Row : As 1st Row.
18th Row : As 2nd Row.
19th Row : As 3rd Row.
20th Row : As 4th Row.
21th Row : K2, P1, [k2, p2] twice, k2, slip last 6 sts worked on cable needle and wrap yarn 4 times anti-clockwise around these 6 sts, then slip the 6 sts. back onto right hand needle, p2, k2, p1, k2.

22nd Row : As 4th Row.
23rd Row : As 15th Row.
24th Row : As 2nd Row.

Rep these 24 rows for desired length.
Bind off.

Finishing
Weave in ends.
Sew two ends together.
Share with your coffee!

Please let me know if there are any problems/unclear portions of this pattern.

All Rights Reserved. This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use. You may not sell this pattern or items made from this pattern. Please feel free to tell everyone where you got the pattern at :
www.ravelry.com Designer Mindy Lewis

Mini Mittens

2008-11-20T22:18:00.000-08:00

Mini Mittens
By : Mindy Lewis

Yarn Used :
Carron Simpl Soft Eco
Color Used : Wine Country

Bernet Softee Baby
Color Used : Bongo Blue

or just any scrap worsted yarn will do!
You don' use that much.

Needles & Notions :
US Size 3 Double Pointed
3 Stitch Markers
Stitch Holder
Yarn Needle
Row Counter if needed

Finished Size : about 3 1/2 inches

Abbreviations :
K = Knit
M1 = Make 1 Stitch
PM = Place Marker
SM = Slip Marker to Next Needle
K2Tog = Knit 2 Stitches Together
CO = Cast On
2 X 2 Ribbing = K2, P2 to end.

Pattern Instructions

Cuff :

Leaving a 6" - 10" cast on tail, (to tie mittens together when done) you can always cut it later, depending on how long you want it to be, I tied mine so that one side way longer than the other.

CO 20

PM, Join for knitting in round.
2 X 2 Ribbing for 1"

Setting Up For Thumb :
Row 1 : Knit
Row 2 : K13, PM, M1, K1, M1, PM, K6.
Row 3 : Knit
Row 4 : K13, SM, M1, K3, M1, SM, K6.
Row 5 : Knit
Row 6 : K13, SM, M1, K5, M1, SM, K6.
Row 7 : K13, remove marker, place 7 stitches on stitch holder, remove marker, k6.
Row 8 : K13, M1, K6. (20 Stitches)
Row 9 : Knit

Knit every row til mitten measures 2 1/2" or desired length.

Shaping Top (Dec.) :
Row 1 : K2, K2Tog, to end.
Row 2 : Knit
Row 3 : K1, K2Tog, to end.
Row 4 : Knit
Row 5 : K2Tog, to end.
Cut yarn, weave through remaining stitches.

Thumb :
Place 7 stitches from holder on 3 DP needles evenly.
Row 1 : M1, Knit to end.
Row 2-4 : Knit
Row 5 : K2Tog, to end.
Cut yarn, pull through remaining stitches.

Finishing
Weave in ends.
Start on Mitten 2.

Please let me know if there are any problems/unclear portions of this pattern.