WAND + WOOL PAT TERNS FOR A HANDMADE LIFEST YLE
WAND + WOOL was created as an academic capstone project by Justine Stage at Pennsylvania College of Technology. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the author. All images are property of Justine Stage. Copyright Š Justine Stage, Spring 2020
WAND + WOOL PAT TERNS FOR A HANDMADE LIFEST YLE
CONTENTS
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3
Introduction
4
Abbreviations
9
Solstice Mittens
15
Ira Shawl
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Sage Head Wrap
27
Rowan Hat
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Nora Socks
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About the Author
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Index
WAND + WOOL PAT TERNS FOR A HANDMADE LIFEST YLE
Justine Stage
THIS BOOK IS DEDICATED TO ... my children and my dear fella. If it weren’t for my first child, Willow Evelynn, I would not be the woman that I am today. She gave me a reason, and the will, to live. Without my second child, Arthur Benjamin, I would have never known a mother’s love for her son and I wouldn’t have had the motivation to get through my senior year. Because of the never ending late nights, countless hours of lost sleep, and unconditional love
and support from Paul Benjamin, I would not be graduating with a degree in Graphic Design. It’s hard to express the amount of love you have for someone through words but I hope that this dedication shows a small glimpse of how much I appreciate, adore and cherish him as my significant other. There is no one else I would rather tackle this whole adulthood, parenting craziness with. 1
INTRODUCTION WAND + WOOL began as an exploration of combining my craft with my career. In an attempt to create a book that I would personally cherish, I proposed to design a knitting book for the handmade lifestyle. Knitting from this book is meant to be an escape from every day stress. Naturally, knitting garments is a slow process which is why I chose to design my pattern book with the Danish word hygge in mind. Hygge is
loosely defined as an atmosphere of comfortable, calm, warmth, well-being and coziness. It is the ritual of enjoying life’s simple pleasures, or spending time with people you love. While you knit patterns from this book, take time to stop and appreciate your surroundings. Embrace the quite, slow nature of knitting, get lost in your stitch counting and create with intention. 3
ABBREVIATIONS The standard abbreviations used in this book are intended for use with American (U.S.) patterns. In addition to this master list, all abbreviations, that will be used in the patterns, will be listed in the corresponding “Supplies & Details� section at the beginning of each pattern. It is recommended to have a solid understanding of basic knitting terms and techniques before beginning any projects in this book.
BEG BO CC CO CONT DEC DPN INC K K2TOG
Beginning
KFB
Knit 1 into front and
Bind off
back of a stitch
Contrasting color
M M1 MC P P2TOG PM RS SL
Marker
Cast on Continues Decrease Dbl-pointed needle Increase Knit Knit 2 together
Make 1 stitch knitwise Main color Purl Purl 2 together Place marker Right side Slip
SL1K SL1P SM SSK ST(s) TOG WS W&T WYF YO
Slip 1 knitwise Slip 1 purlwise Slip marker Slip, slip, knit Stitch(s) Together Wrong side Wrap and turn With yarn in front Yarn over 5
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SOLSTICE MITTENS Cozy, bulky knit mittens will become your new winter weather staple. Designed with the advanced beginner in mind, the Solstice Mittens require only a few hours from start to finish. Patons Classic Wool Roving is a personal favorite and the example mittens were knit in their colorway, Low Tide. The Solstice Mittens are perfect for an afternoon near a wood stove, indulging in sugar cookies and enjoying a midday tea break. 9
SUPPLIES
ABBR.
US 13 (9mm) 24” Circular needles Bulky (5) Wool Yarn: Approx. 70 yds. Tape measure 3 Stitch markers 1 Removable stitch marker Scrap yarn Scissors Tapestry needle
CO - Cast on
DETAILS
PM - Place marker K - Knit P - Purl M1 - Make one RM - Remove marker SM - Slip marker ST(s) - Stitch(es) K2TOG - Knit 2 stitches together
Gauge: 6 stitches & 8 rows = 2”x2” Women’s Medium: 7” hand length Finished length: 9”
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SOLSTICE MIT TENS
1/2
CO 20 STITCHES
THUMB GUSSET
MITTEN BODY BODY DECREASE
12
Join in round, pm Rounds 1 – 8: k1, p1 rib for approx. 2.5” Round 9: k9, m1, k1, k9, m1, k1 (22 sts) Rounds 10 – 14: Knit in the round Round 15: k10, pm, m1, k1, m1, pm, k11 (24 sts) Round 16: k10, sm, m1, k3, m1, sm, k11 (26 sts) Round 17: k10, sm, m1, k5, m1, sm, k11 (28 sts) Round 18: k10, rm, place 7 sts on scrap yarn, rm, co 1 st, k11 (22 sts) Rounds 19 – 32: knit in the round Round 33: k2tog, k7, k2tog, k2tog, k7, k2tog (18 sts) Round 34: k2tog, k5, k2tog, k2tog, k5, k2tog (16 sts) Round 35: k2tog, k3, k2tog, k2tog, k3, k2tog (14 sts) Round 34: k2tog, k1, k2tog, k2tog, k1, k2tog (12 sts)
SOLSTICE MIT TENS
BODY FINISHING
THUMB BODY
THUMB DECREASE THUMB FINISHING
2/2
Cut yarn and leave a 6” tail Weave tail through the remaining sts, pull tight and pull yarn through center to the inside of mitten Place the 7 thumb stitches from scrap yarn onto the needles Pick up and knit 1 stitch from the CO edge (8 sts) Place removable stitch marker under the picked up stitch to mark beginning of row Rounds 1 – 8: knit in the round Round 9: k2tog, k2tog, k2tog, k2tog (4 sts) Cut a 6” tail Weave tail through the remaining stitches, pull tight and pull yarn through center to the inside of thumb Weave in all loose ends Repeat entire pattern for second mitten. 13
IRA SHAWL The Ira Shawl is beginner friendly, repetitive and free of ornamentation. The main stitches that are used include a knit stitch and a knit in front, knit in back stitch to create the row increases. Embrace the feeling of solitude, tuck yourself away in a mountain cabin and knit a cozy, blanket-like shawl. Handmade tassels can be added to the corners, if desired. Try adding a contrasting color to create an interesting color combination! 15
SUPPLIES
ABBR.
US 9 (5.5mm) 24” & 40” Circular needles Worsted (4) Wool Yarn: Approx. 1600 yds. Tape measure Scissors Tapestry needle
CO - Cast on K - Knit KFB - Knit in front & back of a stitch ST(s) - Stitch(es) SL1P - Slip 1 stitch purl wise WYIF - With yarn in front
DETAILS Gauge is not important. Finished Wingspan: 76” Finished Short Edge: 52”
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IR A SHAWL
1/1
CO 2 STITCHES
FINISHING
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Row 1: k1, kfb (3 sts) Row 2: sl1p wyif, kfb, k1 (4 sts) Row 3: sl1p wyif, knit to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 (5 sts) Repeat Row 3 until piece measures 52� along one side of triangle from co point Bind off loosely Weave in all loose ends Blocking is recommended but not necessary
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SAGE HEAD WRAP While the ground begins to thaw and you’re awaiting fresh blooms, knit a Sage Head Wrap. The wrap will keep your ears warm during the spring when a full hat is no longer necessary. The thick, wool blend holds heat but is also a breeze to work with! The Sage Head Wrap will take approximately an hour to an hour and a half to knit and finish. The wrap can be finished by wrapping the yarn around or it can be left as a simple twist. 21
SUPPLIES
ABBR.
US 13 (9mm) Straight Needles Bulky (5) Wool Yarn: Approx. 70 yds. Tape measure Scissors Tapestry needle
CO - Cast on K - Knit P - Purl
DETAILS Gauge: 6 stitches & 8 rows = 2”x2” Size: 18” – 2” Circumference Width: 5”
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SAGE HEAD WR AP
1/1
CO 14 STITCHES FINISHING
Rows 1 – 70: k, p Turn your work at the end of each row Bind off when the flat piece measures approximately 20” Twist the piece once and sew the short edges together Cut a 6” tail and weave in ends Wrap yarn around the twist approximately 10 times Tie off the yarn on the inside of the head wrap and then weave in any remaining ends
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ROWAN HAT The Rowan Hat was designed with the winter holidays in mind. This hat is perfect for gift giving. About two hours, from start to finish, is all you need to knit the Rowan Hat. The thick, knit one, purl one brim ribbing shields your ears from the chill while ensuring that the Rowan Hat will stay securely on your head in case of a gust of the north winds. Personalize your hat with multiple colors, a colorwork pattern or a pom pom. 27
SUPPLIES
ABBR.
US 13 (9mm) 16” Circular Needles Bulky (5) Wool Yarn: Approx. 80 yds. Tape Measure 1 Stitch Markers Scissors Tapestry Needle
CO - Cast on PM - Place marker K - Knit P - Purl ST(s) - Stitches K2TOG - Knit 2 stitches together
DETAILS Gauge: 6 stitches & 8 rows = 2”x2” Size: 18” – 20” Circumference Finished height: 9”
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ROWAN HAT
1/1
CO 42 STITCHES BODY DECREASE FINISHING
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Join in round, pm K1, p1 rib for 3” Knit in the round until the hat measures 8” from the co edge *K, k, k2tog*, Repeat * – * for 2 rounds Final round: k2tog until the end of round Cut an 6” tail and weave into remaining sts Pull tail into the center of hat and pull tight Weave in all loose ends Blocking is recommended but not necessary
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NORA SOCKS Is there anything better than a drawer full of hand-knit socks? Cold morning toes need a pair of cozy Nora Socks. The stockinette wool socks will keep your feet warm on your walk to brew a mug of hot coffee or tea. The Nora Socks knit up quickly which makes them great for personal knitting projects as well as perfect seasonal gifts. Feel free to experiment with colors! Try the cuff, heel and toe in a contrasting color to add interest. 33
SUPPLIES
US 6 (4mm) 32” Circular Knitting Needles Super Fine (1), 4-ply Wool Yarn: Approx. 280 yds. 3 Stitch markers (2 matching, 1 unique) Tape measure Scissors Tapestry needle
ABBR. K - Knit P - Purl SM - Slip marker SL1P - Slip 1 purlwise K2Tog - Knit 2 together P2TOG - Purl 2tTogether SSK - Slip, slip, knit
DETAILS
STS - Stitches WS - Wrong side RS - Right side
Gauge: 22 stitches & 32 rows = 4”x4” Women’s Shoe Size: 7.5 – 9
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NOR A SOCKS
1/3
CO 44 STITCHES BODY HEEL FLAP
HEEL TURN
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Join in round, pm Rounds 1 – 10: k1, p1 rib for ~ 1.5” Rounds 11 – 40: knit in the round Rm, place 22 sts on hold (work in rows for the heel flap) Row 1 (ws): k1, p across until 1 st remains, holding yarn in front sl1p Row 2 (rs): k1, sl1p, repeat until 1 st remains, holding yarn in front sl1p Repeat rows 1 and 2 for 20 total rows Row 21: sl1, p11, p2tog, p1, turn your work (21 sts) Row 22: sl1, k3, ssk, k1, turn your work (20 sts) Row 23: sl1, p4, p2tog, p1, turn your work (19 sts) Row 24: sl1, k5, ssk, k1, turn your work (18 sts) Row 25: sl1, p6, p2tog, p1, turn your work (17 sts) Row 26: sl1, k7, ssk, k1, turn your work (16 sts) Row 27: sl1, p8, p2tog, p1, turn your work (15 sts) Row 28: sl1, k9, ssk, p1, turn your work (14 sts)
NOR A SOCKS
HEEL TURN GUSSET
FOOT BODY
2/3
Row 29: sl1, p10, p2tog, turn your work (13 sts) Row 30: sl1, k10, ssk (12 sts) Round 41: pick up 10 sts down the heel flap, pm (1st matching), k22, pm (2nd matching), pick up 10 sts up the heel flap, place unique stitch marker (54 sts) Round 42: k up to 2 sts before marker, k2tog, k up to next marker, sm, ssk into the next 2 sts after marker, k to end (52 sts) Round 43: knit in the round Repeat rounds 42 and 43 until you have 44 sts left on your needles (20 total rounds) Round 51 – 85: knit in the round, remove matching markers as you knit
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NOR A SOCKS
3/3
TOE DECREASE
FINISHING
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Remove beginning of round marker, k11, pm Round 86: k1, ssk, k16, k2tog, k2, ssk, k16, k2tog, k1 Round 87: k each stitch around (40 sts) Round 88: k1, ssk, k14, k2tog, k2, ssk, k14, k2tog, k1 Round 89: k each stitch around (36 sts) Round 90: k1, ssk, k12, k2tog, k2, ssk, k12, k2tog, k1 Round 91: k each stitch around (32 sts) Round 92: k1, ssk, k10, k2tog, k2, ssk, k10, k2tog k1 Round 93: k each stitch around (28 sts) Round 94: k1, ssk, k8, k2tog, k2, ssk, k8, k2tog k1 Round 95: k each stitch around (24 sts) Round 96: k1, ssk, k6, k2tog, k2, ssk, k6, k2tog, k1 Round 97: k each stitch around (20 sts) Cut a 9� tail and close the toe with the Kitchener Stitch Pull yarn into sock and weave in all loose ends Repeat entire pattern for second sock Blocking is recommended but not necessary
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Justine is from Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania. She currently lives in Montoursville, PA, in a small home with her two children, Willow Evelynn and Arthur Benjamin, and her fiancĂŠ, Paul Kemp. She is a leisure knitter, a religious coffee drinker, an avid book reader and an occasional sugar cookie baker. For work inquiries, email jas54@pct.edu. 41
INDEX A abbreviations 4 ira shawl 17 nora socks 35 rowan hat 29 sage head wrap 23 solstice mittens 11 about 41 author 41
G gusset sock 37 thumb 12
C cast on 4, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36 contents 4
I ira shawl 15 introduction 3
D dedication 1
M mittens 9
H hat 27 heel flap 36 heel turn 36 – 37
N nora socks 33 R rowan hat 27 S sage head wrap 21 socks 33 solstice mittens 9 T thumb body 13 decrease 13 gusset 12 43
WAND + WOOL began as an exploration of combining my craft with my career. While you knit patterns from this book, take time to stop and appreciate your surroundings. Embrace the quite, slow nature of knitting, get lost in your stitch counting and create with intention.
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