Merry Yarning
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knit, crochet, & craft projects
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MERRY YARNING
We wish you
MerryYarning
Yarning with your own two hands is super fun and adds joyful memories to the holiday season. It’s a chance to express your love by making gifts and adding cozy festive style to your home! We’ve included knit and crochet ideas to give and to wear, along with crafty decorations that are great for a DIY party or to make with the kids! It may seem early to get going on gift making. But we encourage you to get organized with your supplies now, so that you have time to craft gifts for everyone on your list. We hope you and yours will enjoy these Merry Yarning ideas!
Bobbie, Cat & Donna RED HEART Inspiration Team 3
Contents Cozy Gifts — Mittens, Hats, & Slippers 8 Snowday Crochet Mittens 10 Warm Brioche Mittens 12 Vivid Fair Isle Hat 14 Favorite Fair Isle Hat 16 Cheerful Cable Slipper Socks 18 Happy Kid’s Reindeer Slippers 20 Get Comfy Knit Slipper Socks Picture Perfect — Sweaters for Kids and the Pup 24 Holiday Classic Sweater & Hat 26 Holiday Photo Op Dress & Hat 28 Stylish Knit Dog Sweater Merrier Meal Time — Centerpiece & Table Runner 32 Make It Merry Crochet Tree
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34 Festive Sparkly Table Runner
Jolly Decor — Baskets, Stockings, & Tree Skirts 38 Jolly Santa Knit Basket 40 Have a Cool Yule Knit Throw 42 Holiday Ripple Throw 44 Crochet Snowman Basket 46 Crochet Snowman Stocking 48 Festive Fair Isle Stocking 50 Christmas Stocking with Fur Trim 52 Santa’s Coat Tree Skirt 54 Joyous Tree Skirt
Home Touches– Have a DIY party or make ‘em with the kiddos! 58 Nail Art Wreath
70 Peppermint Wreath
60 Crafty Ornaments
72 Friendly Snowman
62 Sparkling Noel
74 Fur Christmas Tree Trio
64 Crafty Star
76 Tassels & Poms Gift Toppers
66 Trio of Holiday Trees 68 Crafty Christmas Wreath
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Cozy Gif
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Mittens, Hats
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& Slippers
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Snowday Crochet Mittens LW6259 EASY Designed by Lorna Miser
Crochet these mittens in your choice of three sizes for 2 to 8 year olds. They are great for playing in the snow and will machine wash wonderfully.
What you will need: Girl’s mittens RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each 1704 Bubblegum A, 1201 Daffodil B, and 1932 Minty C Boy’s mittens RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each 1909 Holly Berry A, 1505 Peacock B, and 1805 Bluebell C Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8] Yarn needle
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Warm Brioche Knit Mittens LW6260 COMPLEX Designed by Lorna Miser
Get everyone ready for making a snowman with these warm, cozy mittens! This colorful brioche design is a special treat to give or knit for yourself. Pattern is written for 3 sizes. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each 1505 Peacock A, 1701 Hot Pink B, 1538 Lilac C and 1562 Jadeite D Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needle OR Double Pointed Needles: 5mm [US 8] Use two circular needles or one very long one for magic loop method. Stitch markers Waste yarn Yarn needle
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Vivid Fair Isle Hat LW6262 NTERMEDIATE Designed by Cathy Payson
Choose bright colors with good contrast to knit this spirited Fair Isle hat for yourself or special people in your life. We’ve included a chart to follow as you knit the pattern rows. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each 1562 Jadeite A, 1932 Minty B and 1701 Hot Pink C Susan Bates® Double Pointed Needles: One set each 5mm [US 8] and 5.5mm [US 9] Pompom maker Stitch marker Yarn needle
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Favorite Fair Isle Hat LW6261 EASY Designed by Cathy Payson
Classic Fair Isle is updated for a hat that is ideal for the men on your gift list. Choose colors with good contrast for maximum effect.
What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each 1505 Peacock A, 1308 Tan B and 1401 Pewter C Susan Bates® Double Pointed Needles: One set each 5mm [US 8] and 5.5mm [US 9] Stitch marker Yarn needle
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Cheerful Cable Slipper Socks LW6241 NTERMEDIATE Designed by Sandi Rosner
Perfect for gifting, these cabled slipper socks will be appreciated all winter long. This knit pattern is written for three sizes so you can custom fit to the wearer.
What you will need: RED HEART® With Love™ Metallic: 1 (1, 2) ball(s) 8922 Fuchsia Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 5.5mm [US 9] double-pointed needles (set of 5) Stitch markers Cable needle Stitch holder Pompom maker Yarn needle
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Happy Kid’s Reindeer Slippers LW6264 EASY Designed by Michele Wilcox
These slippers are a surefire way to keep the kids tootsies happy! They feature red noses, antlers and a fur edging for extra crochet coziness. Pattern is given with three sizes. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each 1101 Eggshell A and 1909 Holly Berry C RED HEART® Fur™: 1 ball 9100 Polar B Susan Bates® Crochet Hooks: 4mm [US G-6] and 6.5mm [US K-10½] Yarn needle Black embroidery floss Sewing needle and white thread
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Get Comfy Slipper Socks LW6242 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Sandi Rosner
Oh joy! Here are slipper socks that men will enjoy wearing. Knit them in this washable medium weight yarn that is soft next to the skin.
What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each 1914 Berry Red A, and 1401 Pewter B Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 5.5mm [US 9] double-pointed needles (set of 5), and 5.5mm [US 9] 16” [40.5 cm] circular needle Stitch markers Stitch holders Yarn needle
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Picture Perfect Sweaters for Kids and the Pup
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Holiday Classic Sweater & Hat LW6253 EASY Designed by Heather Lodinksy
Knit a classic style sweater and hat that will be worn throughout the holidays and beyond! Choose red for stripes, or switch to a child’s favorite wardrobe color.
What you will need: RED HEART® Soft®: 3 (3, 4, 4) balls 9440 Light Grey Heather A, and 1 ball 9925 Really Red B Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 4mm [US 6] and 5mm [US 8] Two stitch holders Pompom maker for large pompom Yarn needle
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Pomp-a-Doodle yarn is used for the tree garland right off the ball. Super easy!
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Holiday Photo Op Dress & Hat LW6252 EASY Designed by Diane K. Moyer
This simply charming outfit is comfortable to wear and very washable! She’ll wear it throughout the holiday season with or without a top underneath. Snowflake pockets add just the right merry touch! What you will need: RED HEART® Soft®: 2 (3, 3, 4) balls of 9925 Really Red A and 1 ball of 4601 Off White B Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9] Pompom maker Stitch markers Yarn needle
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Stylish Knit Dog Sweater LW6263 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Jodi Lewanda
Remember your best, most loyal friend with a handsome knit dog coat. We love the holiday inspired stripes, but you should choose colors that align with your pooch’s personality. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each 1621 Evergreen A, 1909 Holly Berry B, 1502 Iced Aqua C Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needle: 5mm [US 8], 16” [40cm] long Susan Bates® Double Pointed Needles: One set 5mm [US 8] Stitch markers Waste yarn Yarn needle
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Merrier Meal Time Centerpiece & Table Runner
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Make It Merry Crochet Tree LW6265 EASY Designed by Michele Wilcox
Use this contemporary tree when setting the table for holiday gatherings. It’s also the perfect handmade touch for any room of the house or your work place.
What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each of 1601 Lettuce A and 1621 Evergreen B RED HEART® With Love™ Metallic: 1 ball 8010 White Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 4mm [US G-6] Foam cone, 4” [10 cm] diameter base x 12” [30.5 cm] tall 4” [10 cm] square white peel and stick felt
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Festive Sparkly Table Runner LW6267 EASY Designed by Cristina Mershon
Yarn with a bit of sparkle makes this special table runner festive enough for life’s happiest mealtimes. It’s easy to crochet and will be used for years to come. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love™ Metallic: 3 balls 8010 White Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9] Yarn needle
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Jolly Decor
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Baskets, Stockings, & Tree Skirts
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Jolly Santa Knit Basket LW6256 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Nancy Anderson
Put a little Ho, Ho, Ho in your holiday décor! This cool Santa basket is perfect for keeping presents or other clutter organized. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 2 skeins 1101 Eggshell A, and 1 skein each 1308 Tan B, 1704 Bubblegum C, and 1909 Holly Berry D Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 10mm [US 15] 24” [60 cm] or longer circular needle 6.5mm [US 10½] straight needles (for nose and mustache only) Two 1¼” [30–32mm] black buttons (for eyes) Sewing needle and matching thread Yarn needle Optional: Yoga mat cut to size, sharp scissors and yard stick (for measuring and cutting mat), clear packing tape (for sealing seam).
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Have a Cool Yule Knit Throw LW6250 EASY Designed by Lisa Gentry
Simple knit and purl stitches form a mod pattern that is reminiscent of mid-century ornaments. Knit it in red, or any color you wish, and use it anytime (not just for the holidays). What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 6 skeins 1909 Holly Berry Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needle: 9mm [US 13], 29” [74 cm] long Yarn needle
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Holiday Ripple Throw LW6255 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Marianne Forrestal
Ripples have a totally timeless appeal, adding a wow factor to modern or more traditional décor. Combine red with grey for a color scheme that works for the holidays and beyond. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 3 skeins 1101 Eggshell A and 1 skein each 1909 Holly Berry B and 1401 Pewter C Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 6.5mm [US K-10½] Yarn needle
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Crochet Snowman Basket LW6257 EASY Designed by Michele Wilcox
Pop a fun basket into your holiday décor! This upbeat Snowman basket can add happiness to any room or be used for giving a special holiday gift.
What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 4 skeins 1101 Eggshell A, 3 skeins 1401 Pewter B, 2 skeins 1909 Holly Berry C, and 1 skein 1012 Black D Note: Only a small amount of D is needed. Susan Bates® Crochet Hooks: 11.5 mm [US P-16] (for basket) and 6 mm [US J-10] (for scarf and facial features) Stitch marker Yarn needle
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Crochet Snowman Stocking LW6258 EASY Designed by Michele Wilcox
Crochet a jolly snowman stocking that will be fun to hang each year! Nose and scarf are crocheted separately, eyes are buttons and mouth is simple embroidery.
What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each 1401 Pewter A, 1909 Holly Berry B, and 1101 Eggshell C. Small amount of 1012 Black D for embroidery Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 6.0 mm [US J-10] Yarn needle Two- ½” [1.5 cm] black buttons for Eyes
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Festive Fair Isle Stocking LW6269 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Jodi Lewanda
Whether you hang your stockings on the mantel or other special place for Santa to fill, this Fair Isle design is a definite holiday favorite. Knit in the colors shown or changed to match your own holiday decor, it will become a treasured heirloom. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each 1101 Eggshell A, 1401 Pewter B, and 1909 Holly Berry C RED HEART® Fur™: 1 ball 9100 Polar D Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] 16” [40 cm] circular needle 5mm [US 8] double pointed needles (set of 5) 8mm [US 11] straight needles Stitch marker Waste yarn Yarn needle
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Christmas Stocking with Fur Trim LM5945 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Sara Kay Hartmann
If your fireplace is in need of new stockings, this one is a great option! Super Saver Fair Isle colorways knit up in fun patterns, without having to change colors! Top it off with a festive Fur yarn trim and your halls will be decked in no time! What you will need: RED HEART® Super Saver Fair Isle™: 1 skein 7279 Jingle A RED HEART® Fur™: 1 ball 9101 Snow B Susan Bates® Double Pointed Knitting Needles: One set 5mm [US 8] Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needle: 10mm [US 15] 16” (40.5 cm) Susan Bates® Crochet Hook (for optional hanging loop): 4mm [US G-6] Stitch marker Stitch holder Yarn needle VIEW PATTERN
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Santa’s Coat Tree Skirt LW6266 EASY Designed by Rebecca J. Venton
The best-dressed tree deserves a tree skirt just as handsome as Santa’s own coat! We’ve trimmed our knit tree skirt with fur and given it a belt complete with a golden buckle. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love™ Metallic: 4 balls 8918 Red A RED HEART® With Love®: 1 skein each 1012 Black B and 1207 Cornsilk D RED HEART® Fur™: 4 balls 9100 Polar C Susan Bates® Circular knitting needles: 5.5mm [US 9] 29” (73.5 cm) or longer Susan Bates® Luxite Single Point knitting needles: 12.75mm [US 17] 24 stitch markers Yarn needle
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Joyous Tree Skirt LW6268 EASY Designed by Tammy Hildebrand
Crochet a tree skirt with fresh fallen snow and pine trees for a totally cool look this holiday season. Snowflakes and trees are crocheted separately, then held in place with fabric glue. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 3 skeins 1909 Holly Berry A and 1 skein each 1621 Evergreen C, 1601 Lettuce D, and 1101 Eggshell E RED HEART® Fur™: 5 balls 9100 Polar B Susan Bates® Crochet Hooks: 3.75mm [US F-5], 6mm [US J-10], and 16mm [US-Q] Yarn needle Fabric glue
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CraftyHome Touches MERRY YARNING
Have a DIY party or make ‘em with the kiddos!
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Nail Art Wreath LW6208 BASIC Designed by Sandi Rosner
Use your craftiness to make a festive wreath art plaque that will be enjoyed this year and for years to come!
What you will need: RED HEART® Sparkle™: 1 ball each 8961 Holiday Green A and 8905 Berry Red B 9” x 12” (23 x 30.5 cm) wood plaque Acrylic paint (optional) Adhesive tape Hand drill and small drill bit (optional) 53 #17 x 1” (2.5 cm) wire nails Hammer Scissors
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Crafty Ornaments LM6273 BASIC Designed by Red Heart Design Team
These ornaments are a great family activity! Wrap as many as you need to fill a tree and watch the lights sparkle off the metallic yarn. What you will need: RED HEART® Sparkle™: 1 ball each 8961 Holiday Green A, 8905 Berry Red B, and 8941 Silver C Styrofoam® balls in various sizes Straight pins Scissors Metal ornament toppers (optional)
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Sparkling Star LW6209
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Sparkling Noel LW6275 BASIC Designed by Red Heart Design Team
Make your holiday sparkle this year with handcrafted messages throughout your home. If you are short on time, no worries because you can finish this craft in a flash.
What you will need: RED HEART® Sparkle™: 1 ball 8941 Silver Wooden or paper mache letters Adhesive tape Yarn needle Clear-drying craft glue (optional) Scissors Pencil Heavy cardboard or foam core board (optional) Utility knife (optional)
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Crafty Star LW6243 BASIC Designed by Sandi Rosner
This bright star is the perfect tree topper! Simply cut star shape from foam core and wrap with festive metallic yarn. Add a coiled wire to fit a top branch and, voila! You have a star for your tree without any knitting or crocheting. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love™ Metallic: 1 ball 8918 Red 8” (20.5 cm) square of foam core board Pencil Ruler Adhesive tape Utility knife Yarn needle Clear-drying craft glue 12-gauge floral wire Small jar measuring 1½-2” (4-5 cm) in diameter
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Trio of Holiday Trees LW6274 BASIC Designed by Red Heart Design Team
Create trees of fluffy pompoms without making the pompoms! This yarn is created with soft pompoms along a cord so that wrapping and pinning to the cone foam shapes is a breeze! Only you will know how easy it was! What you will need: Red Heart® Pomp-a-Doodle™: 9” (23 cm) tree: 1 ball 9631 Holiday, 12” (30.4 cm) tree: 2 balls 6319 Red Hot, 15” (38 cm) tree: 2 balls 6030 Jolly 9” (23 cm), 12” (30.4 cm) and 15” (38 cm) Styrofoam® cones Greening pins Double stick tape (optional) Straight pins Craft glue (optional)
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Crafty Christmas Wreath LM6096 BASIC Designed by Pattie Wilkinson
This fluffy wreath is an easy way to craft for Christmas! Make one for your home to spread holiday happiness.
What you will need: RED HEART® Fur™: 2 balls each 9101 Snow A, 9319 Cherry B, 9631 Pine C Susan Bates® Easy-Wrap Pompom Maker 16” [40.5 cm] Wreath foam base 3 - 9” x 12” [23 cm x 30.5 cm] White felt craft sheets Corsage pins Scissors
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Peppermint Wreath LM6097 BASIC Designed by Pattie Wilkinson
If you’re short on space (or like to decorate every nook and cranny) this is the wreath for you. Hang it in your office, on a door, in a window, wherever a little extra holiday cheer is needed. What you will need: RED HEART® Fur™: 1 ball each: 9101 Snow A, 9319 Cherry B 6” [15 cm] Wreath Foam Base Corsage Pins Scissors
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Friendly Snowman LM6098 BASIC Designed by Pattie Wilkinson
This snowman won’t melt! Made with Fur yarn, this fun fellow is ready to add cheer to any room, even if the weather outside is frightful!
What you will need: RED HEART® Fur™: 1 ball each: 9101 Snow A, 9631 Pine B, 9319 Cherry C Susan Bates® Easy-Wrap Pompom Maker 12” [30.5 cm] Snowman foam base Corsage pins Craft glue Scissors 2 Buttons
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Fur Christmas Tree Trio LM6099 BASIC Designed by Pattie Wilkinson
These trees will brighten up any dreary corners of your home. This easy craft is a perfect snow-day activity.
What you will need: RED HEART® Fur™: 1 ball each: 9631 Pine A, 9319 Cherry B, 9101 Snow C Susan Bates® Easy-Wrap Pompom Maker Foam Cone base – 1 each 6, 9 and 12” [15, 23 and 30.5 cm] 3 black buttons (1 each, small, medium and large) optional Corsage Pins Scissors
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Tassels & Poms Gift Toppers LW6206 BASIC Designed by Sandi Rosner
This festive yarn is perfect for adding tassels or pompoms to your gift presentations!
What you will need: RED HEART® Sparkle™: 1 ball each 8905 Berry Red A and 8941 Silver B Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8] Scissors Tapestry needle Small book Pompom maker or piece of heavy cardboard cut to size of finished pompom
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MerryYarns
With Love® Ultra-soft, premium acrylic yarn perfect for throws, garments and accessories in a beautiful range of mixable multis and no-dye-lot solids.
Pomp-a-Doodle™ Fun pompom yarn made with extra-large poms! Use it straight off the ball for a fun Christmas tree garland!
With Love Metallic™ Premium With Love acrylic yarn with a matching metallic wrap. Ultra soft and ultra fantastic!
Sparkle™ This fun, textured metallic yarn is perfect for making your holiday crafting shine! Sparkle comes in a unique donut style ball with a tri-fold hangtag. It’s great for wrapping gifts too!
Soft® With an ultra-soft hand and subtle luster, Soft has an elegant drape that is ideal for fashion looks.
Fur™ Ultra-plush faux fur offered in a gorgeous assortment of trendy solid shades perfect for making fashion forward garments, accessories and holiday decorations. Super Saver Fair Isle™ Fair isle type patterning magically appears as you stitch. No need to change colors as the yarn changes for you. Perfect for sweaters, throws and wearable accessories.
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