Pattern: Cotton Hats from Last Minute Knitted Gifts
Yarn: Bernat CottonTots in Sunshine and Blueberry
Needles: Denise Circulars size 8
Notes: I decided that since a little boy doesn't need a bow, I tied the i-cord in just a regular knot and the hat is cute, but not too girly
Pattern: Mine--Based off of skills learned in The Sweater Workshop by Jacqueline Fee
Yarn: Patons Merino Wool in Russett
Needles: Denise Circulars size 7
Notes: Yes, this is the Mariah yarn I purchased. I have quite a bit left over, so I think I'll try matching felted clogs.
Pattern: Sitcom Chic by Bonne Marie Burns available at Knitty.com
Yarn: Lion Brand CottonEase in Bubble Gum.
Needles: Denise Circulars size 7
Notes: This would make a nice first project. It is comfortable and wears nicely.
Pattern: Ribbed Baby Jacket by Debbie Bliss in Special Knits
Yarn: Lion Brand CottonEase
Needles: Denise Circulars size 7
Notes: This was knit in one piece, was quick, and easy. The baby's parents loved it!
Pattern: Houglass Sweater in Last Minute Knitted Gifts
Yarn: Chuckanaut Bay Wool
Needles: Denise Circulars size 8
Notes: I put some elastic in the neck to make up for the large opening.
Pattern: Garter Stitch Scarf
Yarn: Passport Yarn Co. Dublin Yarn
Needles: Strights size 9
Notes: Quick and easy baby scarf.
Pattern: Pick Up Sticks Lady Bug
Yarn: Cascade 220
Needles: Denise Circulars size 13
Notes: This was a fun one to make. Even my husband was impressed!
Pattern: Irish Hiking Scarf
Yarn: Classic Elite Lush
Needles: Denise Circulars size 8
Notes: Love this yarn!! So soft and pretty.
Pattern: Socks Soar on Two Circulars basic sock pattern
Yarn: Cherry Tree Hill Supersock in Java
Needles: Clover Bamboo size 3
Notes: I LOVE THIS YARN!! I received this yarn from my first secret pal (THANK YOU!!) and decided they would be my first pair of socks. It is so soft and the colors are awesome.
Pattern: Angora Baby Booties from Last Minute Knitted Gifts by Joelle Hoverson
Yarn: 100% Angora in white
Needles: 2 Denise Circulars size 5
Notes: Oh how I wish I could have a pair of these. They are so soft and cuddly. I found Yoda trying to cuddle with with them!!
Pattern: Klaralund from Cornelia Tuttle Hamilton Collection Book 2
Yarn: Noro Silk Garden color 201
Needles: Lion Brand size 8 plastic straights
Notes: I shortened the sleeves a bit. I will probably never use Silk Garden again. I am not a fan of the knots, the fodder or the feel of it. It did soften a little when washed, but not too much.
The bamboo needles are crap. The tip of one of the needles is rough and catches on the yarn.
All the yarn was based in cotton. I think for the price of the kit (orig $69.99 down to $49.99) was a little high for all cotton yarn....
It came with about 5 different yarns. All the main stands were cotton, but they were combined with eyelash, viscose, mohair, etc. I liked that I was able to sample the other types of yarns without having to knit a whole lot in each one.
There are no finishing instructions....This thing NEEDS to be croched around the ourside. Knit entirely in Stockenette stitch, it curls....I will be adding that when I am done....
Speaking of instructions, they were VERY basic. The kit said it was an intermediate kit, but a beginner could follow the directions and be fine.
The shawl is becoming very cute, and I may use the pattern again, but I will definately use different yarn
One last thing, everyone who saw the kit in it's carry all bag thought I was carrying around a Barbie doll!!
DB Super Chunky Cashmerenio is very soft and nice, but there are TONS of knots!! For as much as this yarn cost, I should not have had to cut out about a balls worth of knots.
I need another set of Denise Needles. While I was using the 10 and 10.5 needles, I couldn't use them to start another project. Another set would fix this problem...
Pattern: Joe's London Beanie
Yarn: Cascade 109 LE
Needles: Denise Circulars size 9
Notes: I wanted a thick fabric for the beanie, so I went down some needle sizes and knit tightly.
Pattern: Comfy Ribbed Hat from Knit Knack Kit
Yarn: Cascade 109 LE
Needles: Denise Circulars size 11
Notes: Quick and easy knit. Very warm and soft yarn
Pattern: Debbie Bliss Tennis Sweater in Vogue Magazine
Yarn: Knit Picks Shine in Green Apple and Blush
Needles: Denise Circulars size 5
Notes: This was supposed to be a sweater, but I became impatient and decided it would make a good vest. I think I was right.
Pattern: Broadripple on Knitty.com
Yarn: Cascade Fixation
Needles: Clover Bamboo Circulars size 3
Notes: The pattern is quick and easy. My sock pal wanted something bright, so I went with this colorway. If I make a pair for myself, I will go with a single color yarn.
Pattern:Raglan Pattern guide from The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns
Yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease
Needles: Denise Circulars size 8 & 6
Notes: I really like the "pattern", and the Wool-Ease was exceptionally soft. I don't know if I would ever do that much duplicate Stitching again, but I think it turned out pretty nice.
Pattern: Free PAttern found at Knittinghelp.com: http://www.knittinghelp.com/knitting/forum/viewtopic.php?t=143
Yarn: Plymouth Galway Colornep in color 556
Needles: Denise Circulars size 8
Notes: Very Easy and pretty pattern.
Pattern: "A Craving to Knit" from The Yarn Girls Guide to Easy Knitting
Yarn: Lion Brand CottonEase in Licorice
Needles: Denise Circulars size 9
Notes: Easy pattern to follow and fits great. I will make another cardi from this pattern.
Pattern: Jelly Bean Hat from Stitch 'n Bitch Nation
Yarn: Joann Fabrics Essential Dolcetto in Cream
Needles: Denise Circulars size 8
Notes: This yarn is surprisingly soft and easy to use. I will buy some more. The pattern is well written and just look at the beautiful had that can be done in a couple of hours.
Pattern: Family of Sweaters by Lion Brand
Yarn: Lion Brand Thick and Quick in Spice
Needles: Denise Circulars size 11 & 13
Notes: Just call me a linebacker for the Chicago Bears...
Pattern: Child's Placket Neck Pullover from Last Minute Knitted Gifts
Yarn: Lion Brand CottonEase Popsical Blue
Needles: Denise Circulars size 6
Notes: Great for a boy or girl!!
Pattern: FCEK
Yarn: Lion Brand CottonEase in Pistachio
Needles: Bond Ultimate Sweater Machine
Notes: I did a crochet border around the neck of the sweater to make it look nice. This is my first knitting machine garment...more to come!
Pattern: Raglan knit in the Round from The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns : Basic Designs in Multiple Sizes & Gauges
Yarn: Knit Picks Merino Style in Butternut
Needles: Denise Circulars size 8
Notes: Warm and Soft
Pattern: Essential Stripe
Yarn: Patons Classic Merino Wool in Winter White, Petal Pink, Grey Mix, That's Pink, and Maroon
Needles: Denise Circulars size 7
Notes: Fun to knit pattern--lots of customization.
Pattern: Stephanie Japel's Raglan Cardigan from the Top Down (minus the cardigan part)
Yarn: Valley Yarns 2/4 Highland Tweed in Cardinal
Needles: Denise Circulars size 8
Notes: The yarn is a little oily, and requires many washes before the strage oil smell starts to fade. It's a good price, though, so I can't complain too much!
Pattern: A Sweater for the Ages form The Yarn Girls' Guide to Beyond the Basics
Yarn: CottonEase in Popsical Blue
Needles: Denise Circulars size 8
Notes: This was a really easy and quick pattern to follow and make. I can't wait for the weather to warn up so that I can wear it out!
Pattern: Green Gable by Zephyr Style
Yarn: Cotton Fleece in Cotton Ball
Needles: Addi Turbos size 6
Notes: Great Pattern! I would recommend this pattern to beginners.
Pattern: Cynthia from Hot Knits
Yarn: Lion Brand CottonEase in Banana Cream
Needles: Denise Circulars size 8
Notes: While the pattern is easy to follow, the collar just doesn't cut it. So, I used an i-cord bind off after knitting a few rows on size 6 needles. This helped to bring in the neck a bit and not make it so floppy.
