tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-46311916150070852202024-03-13T23:18:42.340-07:00Sarah Dawn's DesignsHello, and Welcome to Sarah Dawn's Designs! Here, you'll find info on pattern releases, K/CAL's, and calls for testing, as well as looks at what I'm making and what's just come off my hooks and needles!
Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.comBlogger463125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-37410038306713563212024-03-08T03:00:00.000-08:002024-03-08T03:00:00.275-08:00FO Friday (maybe?): One Finished Sock!<p> Alright, alright. Is this really a <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/FO%20Friday" target="_blank">Finished Object</a>? I know it's debatable, as it's only one sock, not two. but it is a Finished Sock, so, I figure that counts?</p><p>And yes, it is the first of the <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/Waffle%20Stitch%20Socks" target="_blank">Waffle Stitch Socks</a>, finished up and ready to go! This was a really interesting challenge in design, as crochet socks aren't -that- different then knit socks, but there are some pretty big differences. </p><p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQK88PHvDgF-umZaGqLiRuRRmLGHna6JIqdSlL7Sa6NeIPurcIn-4eHwroUZvVGMCy6Nxy3K10CjMDVVoAHEzg_xHap4mMxEWXEEEZJuCP_Je07kRcl9Ctj24VBwfNFHziN2SgVBCya9XCwRfGE-TY7AfC6H80iYDujpkCMiXoloePr5v4QQXJKXWu0h4/s3264/waffle%20socks%20one%20done.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="someone wearing a crochet sock done in textured stitch. The stitch pattern has front post crochet stitches crossing over a background in a diamond pattern." border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQK88PHvDgF-umZaGqLiRuRRmLGHna6JIqdSlL7Sa6NeIPurcIn-4eHwroUZvVGMCy6Nxy3K10CjMDVVoAHEzg_xHap4mMxEWXEEEZJuCP_Je07kRcl9Ctj24VBwfNFHziN2SgVBCya9XCwRfGE-TY7AfC6H80iYDujpkCMiXoloePr5v4QQXJKXWu0h4/w240-h320/waffle%20socks%20one%20done.jpg" width="240" /></a>First, the <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/2024/02/wip-wednesday-crochet-socks.html" target="_blank">crochet ribbing</a> is done back and forth in rows, and then stitches are picked up from the edge of that. I learned the hard way that the ribbing is at a very, very different gauge then the rest of the sock, and it took a number of tries to get that part right! <br /></p><p>Second, the heel is very much done as an afterthought heel (which worked out for me, since I was able to use single crochet for the entire heel, which makes it a bit more durable). I did have to rip out and re-work the heel math several times; but once I got it right, it came together pretty quickly. </p><p>Getting the toe decreases in pattern was also a bit of a trick, and, small spoiler, I gave up on that at the last round and just went with a plain round of double crochet - I just could not make it work!</p><p>Having finished my first crochet sock, I see why people would prefer these more as slippers rather then as socks. Especially if they were worked in a thicker yarn, I can totally see it (and I have some slipper ideas as a result of this particular experiment!) And speaking of yarn, yarn for this was <a href="https://www.theknitcafetoronto.com/collections/sock-yarns/products/lichen-and-lace-80-20" target="_blank">Lichen and Lace 80/20 Sock in "Beach Glass."</a> - it's a pretty standard sock yarn in an absolutely glorious colour, and I'm very happy with how this turned out!<br /></p><p> The hook I used was a 2.75 mm (US C) hook, and it was my first time working with a hook this small - I really enjoyed the end result, but I will say, I'm glad I had other projects to work on when my hands started to cramp up a bit. I usually prefer wooden hooks, but I have not found a wooden hook this size, (and I do wonder if I'd snap a wooden hook this small - I know I can snap wooden double-pointed needles at this gauge annoyingly easily!) <br /></p>Would I make another crochet sock? Absolutely. At the very least I have to make the mate for this one, and I have rough ideas for more - plus, honestly, after trying it on, it's thicker then a standard knit sock and I like it! <br /> <br />I'm also now wondering if it will be warmer in the winter than comparable knit socks? If anyone knows that answer to that one, please, let me know, either here in the comments, or on the <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>!<br />Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-15587191469936955662024-03-04T13:14:00.000-08:002024-03-11T13:07:31.421-07:00March Featured Pattern and Knit-Along: Garden Lace Socks<div style="text-align: left;">
<p>So it look (and feels!) like the groundhog didn't see his shadow back in February. As I write this, it's a balmy and sunny 13 C here; and it really feels like the start of spring - perfect excuse to update the <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/garden-lace-socks" target="_blank">Garden Lace Socks</a> for the March Featured Pattern and Knit-Along!<br /></p><p></p><p>Don't worry, if you don't have the pattern, it's 50% off through the month of March! </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw2eH-ngyW0HV_p46h0fQpu5-DkzKB_ATnz-aRgImTYX7yaLsBK3uz4OFMgy2GsG_nGiLjtsucOkZsHseNFU157Z7NGR-Z0sTtBuhfNCPGf_cEoGiA5gL3EjgY6egt59S8-ZpZQ6AXBMsqlkY7rvc3PEmw5MjlU7utUAKY7P6OkCMAiXr3d9EId6mmQuQ/s2048/Crossed%20in%20flowers%203%20rotated.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Someone wearing a pair of green socks. They have a lace leaf pattern along the leg and top of the foot." border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1310" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw2eH-ngyW0HV_p46h0fQpu5-DkzKB_ATnz-aRgImTYX7yaLsBK3uz4OFMgy2GsG_nGiLjtsucOkZsHseNFU157Z7NGR-Z0sTtBuhfNCPGf_cEoGiA5gL3EjgY6egt59S8-ZpZQ6AXBMsqlkY7rvc3PEmw5MjlU7utUAKY7P6OkCMAiXr3d9EId6mmQuQ/w205-h320/Crossed%20in%20flowers%203%20rotated.jpg" width="205" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photography: Stephanie Wallace<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;"></div></div><p style="text-align: center;">
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</p><p></p><p>These socks come from several ideas, but the biggest one was the idea of
travelling lace leaves. I fell in love with this motif the first time I
saw it, and this seemed the perfect place to use it! When I was working
the partial garter rib, it reminded of a newly sown garden, all in neat
lines. Hence, the name of the socks was a relatively easy choice, and accurate for these glorious days!<br /></p><p></p><p>This sample was knit in <a href="https://yarnsub.com/yarns/fleece_artist/blue_face_leicester_socks" target="_blank">Fleece Artist BFL Sock</a> in "Jade" - now, sadly, discontinued. If you're looking for a substitute, any fingering-weight wool sock yarn should work up just fine, even better if is a BFL blend of wool!<br /></p><p>You can buy the pattern through <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.etsy.com/listing/628351735" target="_blank">Etsy</a>, in my <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/garden-lace-socks" target="_blank">Web Shop</a>, or, on my <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/garden-lace-socks-digital-knitting-144310" target="_blank">Patreon Shop</a>,
the discount is available on all platforms. (Psst, Featured Pattern
Subscribers and above on Patreon can just download the pattern for free
from the <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/garden-lace-socks-digital-knitting-144310" target="_blank">Patreon Shop</a>!)</p><p><span></span></p><a name="more"></a><p></p><p> Now, onto the Knit-Along!</p> For
the month of March, every finished pair of socks has a chance to win a
$25 Gift Card from <a href="https://www.knitpicks.com/" target="_blank">Knit Picks</a>
(US/Canada only at the moment, sorry!) or,
4
patterns of the winner's choice from my Web Shop! To enter on the
blog, simply post a link to a picture of your completed socks by March 31, 2024. Please note that the socks doesn't have to
have
been
started
in March, just finished in March,, -- so it's a good reason to
pull
out any
WIPs!<br /><br />Please note, due to the seizure/migraine risks, you may not
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by Knit Picks/WeCrochet. Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-61715255874172978092024-02-28T03:00:00.000-08:002024-02-28T03:00:00.252-08:00WIP Wednesday: Crochet Socks, Now in the Right Size!<p> **This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may
give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something
using that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase
from my affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!**</p><p>It's Wednesday, and that means <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/WIP%20Wednesday" target="_blank">WIP Wednesday</a>;
and, amid the <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/february-23rd-99085713" target="_blank">many other samples I've got on the needles and hooks</a>, the crochet socks continue! </p><p>I've finished the crochet ribbing, and (mostly) figured out the diamond waffle stitch in the round. But, math has apparently eluded me, because my first four attempts failed. See, what I neglected to consider is that the crochet slip-stitch ribbing has a much, much tighter gauge then the diamond waffle stitch. So it <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/99211978" target="_blank">took a few tries</a> to figure out how many stitches I needed to pick up from the edge of the crochet ribbing, and what the rate of pick up was going to be! Now, with try number five, it looks like I finally got it to work! <br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSM_uR4bzQPxYxBXt_7fPGrtbIj3FQ4fRdUQWGlH6453pVXtQ410HUThDl871JfYb7PvJfI5xNtFysgbhuVImJsTJUzsg_OUd7YPDGpnDXUBxQv2-02b4pIkfntCw8pGqfFWMiv9z52DgAqhHM_0lhpa2NXMcXlQujqeiwtDUkaQXbzcOgDt8FIxJ-1Hs/s3264/waffle%20socks%20try%205.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="a crochet sock in progress, worked in a diamond pattern of front post stitches over a background of double crochet. A stitch marker with a silver rose charm is clipped into the work." border="0" data-original-height="2448" data-original-width="3264" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSM_uR4bzQPxYxBXt_7fPGrtbIj3FQ4fRdUQWGlH6453pVXtQ410HUThDl871JfYb7PvJfI5xNtFysgbhuVImJsTJUzsg_OUd7YPDGpnDXUBxQv2-02b4pIkfntCw8pGqfFWMiv9z52DgAqhHM_0lhpa2NXMcXlQujqeiwtDUkaQXbzcOgDt8FIxJ-1Hs/w320-h240/waffle%20socks%20try%205.jpg" width="320" /></a></p><p>The hook is a 2.75 mm (US C) hook . . . . and I have no idea where it came from. I - think- it might have been someone's big destash of hooks and needles, but I'm honestly not sure. I didn't even remember I had it until I went looking to see what hook sizes I did, in fact, have on hand. </p><p>Usually, I don't like the wider-handled hooks, but for a hook this thin, I'm finding I'm glad for the additional grip. It's got the perfect spot for my thumb when I'm manipulating many loops, which I'm definitely doing on the front post treble decreases! </p><p> Yarn is <a href="https://lichenandlace.com/collections/frontpage/products/beach-glass?variant=6172508419" target="_blank">Lichen and Lace 80/20 Sock in "Beach Glass."</a>
I wasn't sure how this yarn would behave in crochet, but so far, I'm quite happy with the result - it's definitely stretchy (some of that is the yarn, some of that is the stitch pattern), and the nylon makes it that much more durable, so I don't wear out these socks in a hurry!</p><p>My round marker is the <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/621037488/set-of-5-rose-gold-or-silver-rose-stitch" target="_blank">*Silver Rose Stitch Marker</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/NotionsEmporium" target="_blank">*NotionsEmporium</a>, which is very useful. I use it to mark the slip-stitches that join each round together - otherwise, I find it very easy to miss them, and thusly mess up my stitch count. I like that the lobster claw clasp is small, meaning if I do have to work over it, it doesn't distort the stitch above it too much, too!</p><p>Now that I'm starting to memorize the pattern (I still need to look at my notes for the beginning and end of the round), this is quite possibly a second travel project, which is nice to have! I'm still hanging out online and listening to lots of podcasts to try and get this done. Current podcast is the Pattern Design Circle Podcast by Snickerdoodle Knits - if you have podcast suggestions for me (or, just want to show off your own cool things), drop them in <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">the Discord</a>!</p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-81329552261391912752024-02-21T03:00:00.000-08:002024-02-21T03:10:27.471-08:00WIP Wednesday: Crochet Socks?<p> **This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may
give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something
using that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase
from my affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!**</p><p>Hello,
and welcome back, once again to <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/WIP%20Wednesday" target="_blank">WIP Wednesday</a>; and well, I've been bitten by the cast on bug yet again - or should I say the chaining bug? -- because this week, it's crochet! </p><p>I had the immediate brainwave for a pair of crochet socks, thanks to a magazine design call, and my first thought was 'you can do socks in crochet, right?' I confess, I hadn't given the matter much thought, as most of the time, I'm looking for knit socks because it's what I'm familiar with. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyQlD2834781ebgfqX1l0nyLPZMNiN3BdZS00bAatSEU_DZN1IQRdeOIFslxkOeRhKbQNMDRZtttSu9irj8Kl31mbWgEVO4ucEO9Ft49vfl72xCga3k4uWQlh63JIDZBzJ355nJaWsBAK1Ha5Sp0KD-3KiubDY8CjZqQlRqnf0ShDveRWxD9LMQnnrZf0/s3264/waffle%20stitch%20crochet%20socks%20ribbing%20WIP.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="a small strip of crochet ribbing worked in fingering-weight pale blue yarn. A silver rose stitch marker is clipped into the fabric, while two other stitch markers are clipped in at each end of the row." border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyQlD2834781ebgfqX1l0nyLPZMNiN3BdZS00bAatSEU_DZN1IQRdeOIFslxkOeRhKbQNMDRZtttSu9irj8Kl31mbWgEVO4ucEO9Ft49vfl72xCga3k4uWQlh63JIDZBzJ355nJaWsBAK1Ha5Sp0KD-3KiubDY8CjZqQlRqnf0ShDveRWxD9LMQnnrZf0/w240-h320/waffle%20stitch%20crochet%20socks%20ribbing%20WIP.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>Well. A quick search later, and I found out that absolutely, crochet socks are eminently do-able, and definitely a thing that exists. I've been warned that since crochet fabric is more textured then knit fabric, some folks find the soles of crochet socks a bit too textured and/or thick, so I'll have to see what my personal verdict is once I get the sample worked up and wear them around for a few days!</p><p>First step? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XVQqDhSk1A" target="_blank">Crochet ribbing</a>. I didn't know this was a thing, but a quick search showed me how to do crochet ribbing, and how easy it is! So this is my first attempt at crochet ribbing for the cuff of the sock. It's a bit uneven - I had some trouble with the foundation chain - but, for a first attempt, I'm pretty happy with it!</p><p>The hook is a 2.75 mm (US C) hook that. . . honestly, I don't remember where it came from! It's actually my first time using a hook this small, the only time I've used a smaller hook is the really teeny crochet hooks that I use to put beads in lace shawls, so this is a learning experience for me! It's a bit challenging to get the hook into the back stitch of each row and to see where my row ends (I've borrowed a trick from <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XVQqDhSk1A" target="_blank">Marly Bird's crochet ribbing tutorial</a> and stuck a <a href="https://tidd.ly/3rSaH91" target="_blank">*stitch marker</a> in each end of the row so I don't miss a stitch, because yeah, it was too easy to miss the last stitch of the row otherwise)</p><p>Yarn is <a href="https://lichenandlace.com/collections/frontpage/products/beach-glass?variant=6172508419" target="_blank">Lichen and Lace 80/20 Sock in "Beach Glass."</a> I had an extra skein of this in my stash, and this seemed like a great way to use it up! All my previous crochet experiences have been with heavier yarn, and this definitely needs more attention -- I definitely found it challenging to work into the smaller stitches. </p><p>So I've got the <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/621037488/set-of-5-rose-gold-or-silver-rose-stitch" target="_blank">*Silver Rose Stitch Marker</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/NotionsEmporium" target="_blank">*NotionsEmporium</a> functioning as my Right-Side marker (I clipped it into the Right Side of the work so that I would know what was the right side and wrong side of the work). And two <a href="https://tidd.ly/3rSaH91" target="_blank">*"Faith" Stitch Markers</a> (also from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/NotionsEmporium" target="_blank">*NotionsEmporium</a>), are my previously mentioned markers for the start of each row. </p><p>These require a bit too much attention to be my 'travel project,' but, I've spent the afternoon watching Lets Play videos and learning how to do crochet ribbing. What have you been doing on this Wednesday afternoon? Feel free to show it off in the comments, or,<a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank"> on the Discord!</a></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-23722330979015229662024-02-14T03:00:00.000-08:002024-02-14T03:00:00.247-08:00WIP Wednesday: Impossible Geometry Socks: The Heel!<p> </p><p> **This post contains affiliate links. 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and welcome back, once again to <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/WIP%20Wednesday" target="_blank">WIP Wednesday</a>; and today's post is the magic of sock heels!</p><p>Those who are following my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@SarahDawnsDesigns/streams" target="_blank">Youtube Livestreams</a> will be aware that the first of the Impossible Geometry Socks has reached the heel of the pattern - and turning the heel of a sock is always a bit of magic. Short rows and decreases take a tube of knitting and turn it almost ninety degrees. It's really something to watch, and I never grow tired of it. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAiXRSFbXfggIDkLzghhySwbBz5GffZfYrBsxXG9wliGkJ9py5k0_lUZcXvusJlXRf3PCgo6qhb1tWB6vTJ4DEhb7gePN7E0q0eD7mGJFZ1neHzvRXq5dQSvk5HBMBWHXSAWLqFMT7NPTHHzy2fhOE_Mm0dWUIonB00RWagtFYBX7kuKQMbnmXVjAsHfw/s2595/impossible%20Socks%20heel%20gusset.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The heel, gusset, and instep of a hand knit sock live on two needles." border="0" data-original-height="2595" data-original-width="2436" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAiXRSFbXfggIDkLzghhySwbBz5GffZfYrBsxXG9wliGkJ9py5k0_lUZcXvusJlXRf3PCgo6qhb1tWB6vTJ4DEhb7gePN7E0q0eD7mGJFZ1neHzvRXq5dQSvk5HBMBWHXSAWLqFMT7NPTHHzy2fhOE_Mm0dWUIonB00RWagtFYBX7kuKQMbnmXVjAsHfw/w300-h320/impossible%20Socks%20heel%20gusset.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br />The yarn is <a href="https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/malabrigo-ultimate-sock?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=dbdb5c0e" target="_blank">*Malabrigo Ultimate Sock</a> in "Teal Feather", kindly given to me by <a href="https://malabrigoyarn.com/" target="_blank">Malabrigo Yarns</a> as part of the <a href="https://blog.malabrigoyarn.com/blog/category/Quickies" target="_blank">Malabrigo Quickies program</a>; and what you're seeing today is the gusset decreases. It's very interesting working on this pattern once you get to the gusset, since the stitch pattern shifts back and forth by one stitch. So, for the first bit of the gusset decreases, you're actually borrowing a stitch from the gusset to complete the cable pattern, which gets a little fiddly. Honestly, though, I think I very much prefer a merino wool yarn to the BFL that I knit my first sample in. The merino wool gives it just that little bit more stretch. . . . but because the stitch pattern is not stretchy at all, that little bit of extra stretch really, really helps with fit. <p></p><p>Needles are my <a href="https://shrsl.com/3v6nb" target="_blank">*Knit Picks Nickle-plated 2.25 mm circulars</a>. I would have very much preferred double-points for this section of the instep, simply because I'm having to fuss about with the Magic Loop every time I needed to borrow that one stitch from the gusset. But, it looks like all my 2.25 mm double-points re in various WIPs, so, well, it is what is is. Also, since these are my travel project, I've found I do much prefer Magic Loop for any project I'm travelling with. It's far too easy to lose a DPN on a moving bus or train. </p><p>Stitch marker is the <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/571957378/ocean-shells-with-pearls-and-ocean" target="_blank">*Ocean Shell Stitch Marker</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/winemakerssister" target="_blank">*WineMakersSister's Etsy Shop</a>. I really do prefer the lobster claw markers when I'm working on anything where the stitch counts shifts - I can pull the stitch marker out and clip it wherever it needs to be without fussing about with my stitches. </p><p>So, what are you working on on this grey February afternoon? Feel free to show it off in the comments, or,<a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank"> on the Discord!</a></p><p> </p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-66499981805727675832024-02-01T02:00:00.000-08:002024-02-01T14:20:49.185-08:00February Featured Pattern and Knit-Along: Wrought Mithril Hat<script src="https://payhip.com/payhip.js" type="text/javascript"></script>It's February, and things are weirdly warmer then normal right now. At least here in Southern Ontario, February is traditionally the coldest month of the year - which should makes a warm winter hat (like the <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/wrought-mithril-hat" target="_blank">Wrought Mithril Hat</a>), so important. But, it's supposed to get colder through the week, and all of that is at least a small reason why I've chosen this hat as February's Featured Pattern and Knit-Along!<p>Don't worry, if you don't have the pattern, it's 50% off through the month of February! <br />
</p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6kPTCCrd3o5doQQ29a5bxJhWOcw626vCTGDus_Mpbo38TT7ixVr-zqArxj5FiZ3cZoZ6wYTaNAf61-rkbafrg15q-ybpItIOkPkKNIdpu4t899XbcRSRbFftlnYSk1AbE8b1YfgkZ5ATKuX9PYwNA8-ORYxMBBtU-eVaRSIMgXobaa9rvE4YJnnYYvIE/s2048/Blue%20hat%20-%20flat2.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="A fingering-weight cable and lace beanie hat laying flat. The hat has a lengthy ribbed rib that flows into intricate cables and lace." border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6kPTCCrd3o5doQQ29a5bxJhWOcw626vCTGDus_Mpbo38TT7ixVr-zqArxj5FiZ3cZoZ6wYTaNAf61-rkbafrg15q-ybpItIOkPkKNIdpu4t899XbcRSRbFftlnYSk1AbE8b1YfgkZ5ATKuX9PYwNA8-ORYxMBBtU-eVaRSIMgXobaa9rvE4YJnnYYvIE/w320-h240/Blue%20hat%20-%20flat2.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photography: Stephanie Wallace</td></tr></tbody></table><p style="text-align: center;">
<a class="payhip-buy-button" data-product="tdDT" data-theme="blue" href="https://payhip.com/b/tdDT">Buy Now</a> </p><p>The design for this hat came about from the Initiate Knit Design
Challenge, hosted by Francoise Danoy of Aroha Knits. The goal of the
challenge is to help people get their design ideas off the ground, and
this fingering-weight lace and cable hat is the result! For the initial
prompt, I drew inspiration from the vertical lines of wrought-iron
fencing and the leading of stained glass. The result is a hat that's
lightweight, but still warm, and a great layering piece. <br /></p><p></p><p>The yarn for the sample is Northbound Knits Merino/Silk Fingering in "Ethereal". When looking for a substitute, most fingering-weight yarns would work well. I'd suggest wool or alpaca for a cold weather hat, but you could also work it in cotton or linen for warmer weather.</p><p>You can buy the pattern through <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.etsy.com/listing/698958031" target="_blank">Etsy</a>, in my <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/wrought-mithril-hat" target="_blank">Web Shop</a>, or, on my (new!) <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/119058" target="_blank">Patreon Shop</a>,
the discount is available on all platforms. (Psst, Featured Pattern
Subscribers and above on Patreon can just download the pattern for free
from the <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/119058?" target="_blank">Patreon Shop</a>!)</p><p><span></span></p><a name="more"></a><p></p><p> Now, onto the Knit-Along!</p> For
the month of February every finished hat has a chance to win a
$25 Gift Card from <a href="https://www.knitpicks.com/" target="_blank">Knit Picks</a>
(US/Canada only at the moment, sorry!) or,
4
patterns of the winner's choice from my Web Shop! To enter on the
blog, simply post a link to a picture of your completed hat by February 29, 2024! Please note that the hat doesn't have to
have
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started
in February, just finished in February, -- so it's a good reason to
pull
out any
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by Knit Picks/WeCrochet <br />Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-54736813289908918742024-01-24T13:51:00.000-08:002024-01-24T13:54:45.766-08:00WIP Wednesday: Eyelet Lace Skirt for KNITMuch!<p> Alright, once again, welcome back to <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/WIP%20Wednesday" target="_blank">WIP Wednesday</a>! Patrons who hung out with me in the Virtual Knit Night will know that I've got a new WIP on the go - this is the <a href="https://universalyarn.com/collections/flax-patterns/products/eyelet-skirt" target="_blank">Eyelet Skirt from Universal Yarns</a>, and I'm knitting it up as part of a sponsored blog post with the wonderful folks over at <a href="https://knitmuch.com/" target="_blank">KNITmuch</a>!</p><p>The chronicle of knitting this skirt will also be up on the <a href="https://knitmuch.com/" target="_blank">KNITmuch blog</a> in the summer, so you can check it out there, too when it goes live!</p><p>First, the pattern. While the pattern is absolutely gorgeous, the instructions. . . . well, they leave something to be desired. First, the designer has you knitting the skirt in panels and seaming it together and I, for the life of me, can't figure out -why-. There's no structural reason as to why you would do that that I can figure out. Maybe it has something to do with the waistband? That's my only guess - and it is a guess! So, first step for me was converting it into the round, because, uh, no, I'm not sewing that if I don't have to! </p><p>(If someone who is more knowledgeable then me knows a reason why you might knit a skirt in panels then sew it, I'd love to hear, I'm really curious to know if there is a functional reason behind this style of construction! It makes sense for sewing a skirt from woven fabric, but I can't see the reasoning for hand-knitting!)<br /></p><p>Also, this pattern does, in fact, have the dreaded 'at the same time' pattern instructions. It's not totally terrible, I just keep note of which rounds are decrease rounds; and I see why the pattern is worked that way - to work out all the decreases for all the sizes would make the pattern very, very verbose. It's just something that you need to keep count of, I use the <a href="https://knirirr.com/beecount/" target="_blank">BeeCount App</a> to do just that. </p><p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih1RpvHtsoBZjYXl-75Ws-4Jt8EArEuWDGIzIlZRR2MNOamlV9gBvYHas1_aHebWMWSg7C62awF8cJASzn3ap-vteknAdGcK41FF8Z2ZVb6_m716zvs0QiBtijfru6noNNOgXq5zpsAgwK9B_r2upzWByPtnvaE9pt30t3WIdhjEqNmkH3rMksTy0P-YE/s3264/eyelet%20lace%20skirt%20wip%201.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="lace knitting in progress on a pair of wooden circular needles" border="0" data-original-height="2448" data-original-width="3264" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih1RpvHtsoBZjYXl-75Ws-4Jt8EArEuWDGIzIlZRR2MNOamlV9gBvYHas1_aHebWMWSg7C62awF8cJASzn3ap-vteknAdGcK41FF8Z2ZVb6_m716zvs0QiBtijfru6noNNOgXq5zpsAgwK9B_r2upzWByPtnvaE9pt30t3WIdhjEqNmkH3rMksTy0P-YE/w320-h240/eyelet%20lace%20skirt%20wip%201.jpg" width="320" /></a>But easily the most complicated part of the pattern is keeping the lace in pattern at the edges of each panel. The pattern will tell you to start at specific stitches of the various lace patterns. . . but then the increase rows disrupt that; so then you are one stitch earlier or later then the pattern says. Plus, the instructions are that if you don't have enough stitches for both the decrease and yarn-over, then knit them in stocking stitch. . . . so you have to figure out where, exactly your stitches are going to fall at the start of each panel section. It's a lot to keep track of, and yes, I've had to frog a few times, but the finished skirt should absolutely make up for the effort, I hope! And, once you figure that out, the lace itself isn't super complicated, plus, the rounds are quite long, and every even round is plain stocking stitch, so, barring the occasional pause to make sure things are right; it's actually great podcast knitting.</p><p></p><p>Anyway, onto the yarn. The yarn is <a href="https://www.hakidd.com/product.php?iproductid=1819000011" target="_blank">FibraNatura's Flax in "Adriatic"</a> (thanks to <a href="https://knitmuch.com/">KNITMuch</a> for the yarn support!) and I absolutely adore this colourway. No, I didn't just pick it because it's the same colour as the sample, those who've been around here long enough know that I'm an absolute sucker for things in the jewel tone colours - teals, blues, and purples! Thanks to it being so grey today, the colour is a bit off - it's actually a bit more blue then grey, but the camera refuses to get it quite right. The flax is, admittedly very rough on the hands to work with, but, for better or worse, it actually absorbs the sweat and such from my hands and gets a bit softer if my hands are sweaty, which has been interesting! Flax usually softens up immensely once it goes through the washer and dryer, and I'm betting that's what will happen here, too. Right now, the skirt looks crunched up and terrible - but lace really is a testament to the powers of blocking, and this skirt will definitely need to be blocked once I'm done!<br /></p><p>The needles are a completely new needle brand for me, they're <a href="https://www.hakidd.com/product.php?iproductid=78624006" target="_blank">Clover Bamboo Needles</a> (again, thanks to <a href="https://knitmuch.com/" target="_blank">KNITMuch</a> for sending me the needles to try out, too!) and I really, really like them! They're lightweight and very smooth, I'd absolutely buy myself some more of their fixed circulars. I do wonder how they'd work with a more slippery yarn like bamboo rayon or silk? But working the Flax on them has been great, I've had no issues with slipping stitches . . . . except for an incident involving one very helpful feline knitting helper. . . . . but that's not anything to do with the needles! </p><p>Stitch Markers are the <a href="https://www.hakidd.com/product.php?iproductid=8500024" target="_blank">Unique Stitch Markers</a> (also thanks to KNITMuch - they really sent all the goodies for me to work this up for their blog, it's awesome!) I'm learning I'm less fond of the split-ring markers when they go on the needle. I think if I had them hooked into the fabric it would be different, but when I've got them on the needle, I find that occasionally they tend to snag the stitch next to them, or, they catch the working yarn when I've put the project away in its bag. So I do definitely prefer either straight ring markers or lobster claw markers, I think. Not that these are bad, but just not my preference for being right on the needles. </p><p>This is my big project for the start of 2024, and it's going to take a bit to finish - I'm planning for it to be done by late June/early July so it can be a proper summer skirt, which I think will be a wonderful addition to my wardrobe. </p><p>Have you cast on any big projects for 2024? Share them in the comments or <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">on the discord</a>! <br /></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-8080232069080620552024-01-17T03:00:00.000-08:002024-01-17T03:01:53.516-08:00WIP Wednesday: Impossible Geometry Socks, Take Two!<p> **This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may
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and welcome back to <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/WIP%20Wednesday" target="_blank">WIP Wednesday</a>! So, those who have seen my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@SarahDawnsDesigns/streams" target="_blank">Youtube Livestreams</a> are aware that this is not a completely new project, as I've already finished one pair of Impossible Geometry Socks (this particular pattern is actually <a href="https://www.yarnpond.com/pattern_tests/4402" target="_blank">up for testing right now</a> as I type!) <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXFPcj6rW2fb-n4bVgHmv4-jcyLFNcVpDQL2aVWOO9P273T-pDOlLGTrPKYD-ITbzsoyLQ5zkLCNPUkxgdSlxg-wrnSD24TVa5m8qFS2sk83mp562deMLxVOWDl1Apo42ZiIM1pZJxQuX-osuX4oOgJfD9oSxsVFI5DW-XMdvpGe4ItqIrbMn_AyybfTw/s3264/impossible%20socks%202%20wip.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A fingering-weight sock cuff on the needles, knit in a dark teal yarn. The cuff is worked in series of one-over-four cable stitches. A silver stitch marker with a shell charm is clipped into the work." border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXFPcj6rW2fb-n4bVgHmv4-jcyLFNcVpDQL2aVWOO9P273T-pDOlLGTrPKYD-ITbzsoyLQ5zkLCNPUkxgdSlxg-wrnSD24TVa5m8qFS2sk83mp562deMLxVOWDl1Apo42ZiIM1pZJxQuX-osuX4oOgJfD9oSxsVFI5DW-XMdvpGe4ItqIrbMn_AyybfTw/w240-h320/impossible%20socks%202%20wip.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>I'd originally come up with the rough idea for these in response to a 'Art Nouveau' themed magazine submission, but, well, this is how I learned that most of M.C. Escher's better known work isn't Art Nouveau, but considered Modern Art, instead. (This makes sense now that I think about it, but I still confess to knowing almost nothing about various art styles, ok?) Because yes, when I saw this stitch pattern, it reminded me very strongly of the various <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M._C._Escher#Tessellation" target="_blank">tessellations</a> in Escher's work, and, given that he is one of my favourite artists, well, there you go!</p><p>The yarn is <a href=" https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/malabrigo-ultimate-sock?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=dbdb5c0e" target="_blank">*Malabrigo Ultimate Sock</a> in "Teal Feather", kindly given to me by <a href="https://malabrigoyarn.com/" target="_blank">Malabrigo Yarns</a> as part of the <a href="https://blog.malabrigoyarn.com/blog/category/Quickies" target="_blank">Malabrigo Quickies program</a> (and yes, these socks will be a Malabrigo Quickie Pattern when they're published!) I'm currently about 3.5 inches down the leg, and so far, very much enjoying the yarn! It's got more 'spring' to it then the DyeVersion BFL Sock Yarn (which seems to be discontinued?) that I originally knit my sample in. This makes sense, actually considering that the BFL sock yarn is, well, BFL, while the Ultimate Sock is Merino and Nylon. BFL is very sturdy, but has a bit less bounce then Merino, so yeah, that tracks! I actually think the Merino/Nylon suits the stitch pattern a little better, since it has that bit more stretch that the stitch pattern loses because of the cables. My only grumble with the yarn is that it's been a bit splitty, especially when I'm not using a cable needle for the one-over-four cables. (Yes, I am that person, I know it terrifies some of you!)<br /></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>Needles are my <a href="https://shrsl.com/3v6nb" target="_blank">*Knit Picks Nickle-plated 2.25 mm circulars</a>. They're working well, though, I think I would have preferred double-points to circular needles, simply for the fact that I have to adjust where the magic loop falls whenever the cables fall over the beginning/end of round. But, I just simply grabbed these from when I'd finished the <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/2024/01/fo-friday-finished-christmas-tam.html" target="_blank">Christmas Tam</a>, I didn't want to go digging about in my needle case for a set of 2.25 mm DPNS. So that is the minor price for my laziness! Though, to play Devils Advocate with myself, these are also my travelling socks, they come with me on the subway, and to my Dungeons and Dragons game - and for that sort of travelling, I do much prefer Magic Loop. Less chance to loose a needle! (As someone who's watched a lost DPN roll down the aisle of the bus and out the door in comical slow motion, yep, I much prefer Magic Loop for travelling!) <br /></p><p>I just stole my Stitch Marker from the <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/2023/12/wip-wednesday-finishing-christmas-hat.html" target="_blank">Christmas Tam</a>, as well, because it was convenient and right there! So, my beginning/end of round marker is still the <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/571957378/ocean-shells-with-pearls-and-ocean" target="_blank">*Ocean Shell Stitch Marker</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/winemakerssister" target="_blank">*WineMakersSister's Etsy Shop</a>. I'm glad it is one of the lobster claw stitch markers - that makes it much easier to work with when I have to move it back and forth (the cable stitch does cross the beginning/end of round, so you have to play about with your stitch markers a little bit!) </p><p>So, I guess this counts as my 2024 cast on? Did you cast on anything for the New Year? Feel free to show it off in the comments, or,<a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank"> on the Discord!</a><br /></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-27467743806773071922024-01-12T03:00:00.000-08:002024-01-12T03:03:47.187-08:00FO Friday: Finished Christmas Tam!<p> *This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may
give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something
using that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase
from my affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!**</p><p> Alright, I actually have another <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/FO%20Friday" target="_blank">Finished Object</a>! The <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/MacAskill%20Tam" target="_blank">Christmas Tam</a> is done and gifted, and only a few days after Christmas! <br /></p><p>It was really fun as a prototype knit, (and while I was initially worried the cables wouldn't show, well, that got proven wrong and I'm thrilled about it!) I absolutely plan to do a second prototype, and even have yarn ideas for it <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKnfhs_WEi_HE4Bn3D0j__ywB5j_cmvk9ihg_c8HS2O24Tbh2EFO760bci33eIcK-_o1_c7KAqIxZ4wXAK5N-AqyAfMRWf7JIeLzXPQGAEU-5jx4uwrmE6gwlWeA-jMQiujphckdlo5ICfj8gC-mHXglDzDwRvcwOJ_Zgcnw4m1U1RtbRNGznO5AcrbJg/s3264/Steph's%20Tam%20Done.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="a knit cabled tam laying flat in a circle" border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKnfhs_WEi_HE4Bn3D0j__ywB5j_cmvk9ihg_c8HS2O24Tbh2EFO760bci33eIcK-_o1_c7KAqIxZ4wXAK5N-AqyAfMRWf7JIeLzXPQGAEU-5jx4uwrmE6gwlWeA-jMQiujphckdlo5ICfj8gC-mHXglDzDwRvcwOJ_Zgcnw4m1U1RtbRNGznO5AcrbJg/w240-h320/Steph's%20Tam%20Done.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>This yarn, though, is <a href="https://yarnsub.com/yarns/fleece_artist/merino_2_6" target="_blank">Fleece Artist's 2/6 Merino</a> in "Spruce", which is now discontinued. I actually won the game of yarn chicken with enough yarn to a) rip back and lengthen the ribbing, and b) add a (slightly demented, because the yarn was kinked up from being unravelled) pompom - as per the request of my giftee. </p><p> However. . . . <br /></p><p>When I washed and blocked this, the cable pattern tension wasn't impacted by blocking and washing, but the ribbing for the brim grew. A lot. <br /><br />It's exactly the same problem I had with the hat I unravelled (hat body was fine after blocking, ribbing was ginormous), and I wonder if it's something about the twist of yarn? Or maybe about how I knit my ribbing? I don't know, I've never had this happen with another yarn! I've had things grow substantially after washing and blocking sure, but I've never had just the ribbing grow, except with this yarn! <br /></p><p>So, at my giftee's request, I'm going to sew in a drawstring along the ribbed brim (in the same way you would sew in an elastic). I asked if she wanted elastic, or an adjustable drawstring, and she voted for the latter. I'll knit up an I-cord out of some leftover stash (I won't have enough of the 2/6 Merino to make a long enough I-cord, so I'll go stash-diving instead) and stitch it in so it can work as a drawstring. </p><p>As for the rest of the hat details, I used my <a href="https://shrsl.com/3v6nb" target="_blank">*Knit Picks Nickle-plated 2.25 mm circulars</a>,
and the hat came to a tight tension (9 stitches per inch for this prototype for the cables), so I'm not surprised the cable pattern didn't really grow with blocking/washing - it's basically a 'bulletproof' gauge - I've yet to have anything at that tight a tension really change much with washing. <br /></p><p>So yeah. The Christmas Tam is done and off the needles. . . but not quite 'done.' Anyone else ever had this one happen? I'd love to share stories in the comments or <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">on the discord</a>!</p><p>P.S. My music training keeps trying to insist that I-cord is actually spelled 'I-chord'! I keep having to fix it after I type it. (I didn't even notice that it was a common error for me until my tech editor pointed it out in a pattern; now I keep an eye out for it!)<br /></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-11825786728449727862024-01-09T14:05:00.000-08:002024-01-09T14:08:31.686-08:00Impossible Geometry Socks Test-Knit Call!<p> </p><div class="post-body entry-content float-container" id="post-body-6924770041842558871">
<p> *<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">*This post contains </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">affiliate links</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">.
Any link marked with an * may give me a reward or commission if you
visit and/or purchase something using that link, at no additional cost
to you! And, if you do purchase from my affiliate links, thank you for
helping to keep rent paid!**</span></p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">After a long delay, I've finally got another testing call up! The Impossible Geometry Socks are now <a href="https://www.yarnpond.com/pattern_tests/4402" target="_blank">up for testing on Yarnpond</a>!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj9PM6t2hmwZuSLP-Mu80n2LMtrMrRUOoV8VDg4mY4mWJqyCouMi0VOCITpJnJ8jNXqum37NfLDkBwdJXqFBBToRMmjNlTDn-XkQ-wnrD6zpkdMJrd7mwQanwykyqpnnWkwTJVDie1llVetMFxYyYtNBPS7RQB6rrn__3qtXXh4BkCzpegEWUWm6ONG1U/s2592/Impossible%20Socks%20Sock%201%20done.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="a blue sock with a slip-stitch cable pattern on the leg and instep" border="0" data-original-height="1944" data-original-width="2592" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj9PM6t2hmwZuSLP-Mu80n2LMtrMrRUOoV8VDg4mY4mWJqyCouMi0VOCITpJnJ8jNXqum37NfLDkBwdJXqFBBToRMmjNlTDn-XkQ-wnrD6zpkdMJrd7mwQanwykyqpnnWkwTJVDie1llVetMFxYyYtNBPS7RQB6rrn__3qtXXh4BkCzpegEWUWm6ONG1U/w320-h240/Impossible%20Socks%20Sock%201%20done.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;"></p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">Sample
is shown in size S, with 3 adult sizes available. Foot/Leg Circumference is 6.5 (7, 8) inches, (16.5, 18, 20.5 cm), and the foot length is adjustable. </p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;"></p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">Yarn shown is Dye-Version's BFL Sock in "Neptune" (now discontinued), but any fingering weight wool/nylon sock yarn would work well. The sock uses 2.25 mm (US 1) needles, either <a href="https://shrsl.com/3v6nb" target="_blank">*circulars</a> or a double pointed set. <br /></p><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;"></div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">I'm
looking for 12 testers across the four adult sizes listed, plus, I'm
also specifically looking for testers to test the large-print/screen
reader accessible version of this pattern! So if that's something you're
willing/able to do, just make a note of that on your Yarnpond
application, and I'll send you the link to the large print pattern. </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">Please note, that you only have to finish one sock for the test, as left and right socks are identical. </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">To test, you will need to make a <a href="http://www.yarnpond.com/" style="background: transparent; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Yarnpond</a> account
(you do need to sign up if you haven't before, but, don't worry, it's
free, all you need is an e-mail address!) From there, you can link your
Instagram and Ravelry accounts, if you have either. </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;"> </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">And, for those who
can't use Ravelry, please, don't worry, you don't have to have a Ravelry
account to participate - if you're a new tester, I just need somewhere I
can see some examples of your work, so Instagram, or even a blog, is
perfect!</div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">Deadline
for the test is March 15th, 2024 and as usual, my testing dates can
usually be extended if there's a need, so don't hesitate to get in touch
with me if you're going to have trouble meeting the deadline. And, as
always, testers who complete the test will receive the finished pattern
for free, as well as two patterns of their choice from my <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/" style="background: transparent; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">self-published patterns</a>.</div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">If
you want to be notified about future testing calls, the best place to
be is in my testing group over on Yarnpond! Folks there will get
notified automatically when I post a new test (and there's no
requirement to test anything - test only what you want to test!) I
also post testing calls here on the blog, and to my other social media
platforms (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/" style="background: transparent; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/posts?tag=Test-Knit" style="background: transparent; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;">Patreon</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sarahdawnsdesigns/" style="background: transparent; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">Tumblr</a>, and a <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" style="background: transparent; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Discord Server</a>!), as well as sending out calls to those on my <a href="http://eepurl.com/cd6MB1" style="background: transparent; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;">mailing list</a>, as well, so hopefully, anyone who's interested won't miss a testing call! </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;"><br />And
if you know someone else who might be interested, please, as always
feel free to share this post with them! I don't usually fill my pattern
tests, so, the more testers the better!</div>
</div>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-31279295251349896972024-01-05T13:57:00.000-08:002024-01-09T13:17:56.159-08:00January Featured Pattern and Knit-Along: Diamond Lace Boot Toppers! <div><script src="https://payhip.com/payhip.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<p> **This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something
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<br /></p><p>It's January 2024 (and eek, when did -that- happen!) We've finally had snowfall that has stuck around; and the weather's reliably below freezing now, which makes it the perfect time to dig out the <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/diamond-lace-boot-toppers" target="_blank">Diamond Lace Boot Toppers</a> for January's Featured Pattern and Knit Along! </p><p>Don't worry, if you don't have the pattern, it's 50% off through the month of January! <br /></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8inXRN8CL_1vp7pOFZiAkwv6QR6BO0BiPlCmILXMAllCRt6ikZXb5QMVBzIIiQjc1V9KUFypPtee9XnxNIfLtHinthslxsERlWNjKygCVwR_6JuCo_6OMqV3FrsaIz03gSW61ipKPefsp38G2do6JzHESjdfvedYG7lhT1OMUDcIKCnvmqlX8tj0WuCA/s2048/Boot%20toppers-modeled2.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Someone wearing a sky blue boot topper knit in worsted yarn; with lace eyelets visible" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8inXRN8CL_1vp7pOFZiAkwv6QR6BO0BiPlCmILXMAllCRt6ikZXb5QMVBzIIiQjc1V9KUFypPtee9XnxNIfLtHinthslxsERlWNjKygCVwR_6JuCo_6OMqV3FrsaIz03gSW61ipKPefsp38G2do6JzHESjdfvedYG7lhT1OMUDcIKCnvmqlX8tj0WuCA/w320-h240/Boot%20toppers-modeled2.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photography: Stephanie Wallace<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> <br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a class="payhip-buy-button" data-product="iUgy9" data-theme="blue" href="https://payhip.com/b/iUgy9">Buy Now</a></div>
<p>These boot toppers can be mostly attributed to curiosity. Before I got into knitting as an adult, I’d never even heard of such a thing! But, once I got into the online knitting community, I quickly found out that boot toppers are “a thing”, and a thing I wanted to try out in a Canadian Winter (spoiler, they're awesome!) <br /></p><p>Throw in some inspiration from the
good folks <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns" target="_blank">over on Patreon</a>, a couple of hours of knitting time, and you
have a pair of Diamond Lace Boot Toppers!</p><p>Sample is shown in size S, and worked in <a href="https://yarnsub.com/yarns/spun_right_round/superwash_merino_worsted" target="_blank">Spun Right Round Merino Worsted</a>,
which is sadly discontinued. When looking for a substitute, I'd suggest
a multi-ply light worsted wool yarn (acrylic also works up well!)</p><p>You can buy the pattern through <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.etsy.com/listing/779184194" target="_blank">Etsy</a>, in my <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/diamond-lace-boot-toppers" target="_blank">Web Shop</a>, or, on my (new!) <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/diamond-lace-boot-toppers-digital-98614" target="_blank">Patreon Shop</a>,
the discount is available on all platforms. (Psst, Featured Pattern
Subscribers and above on Patreon can just download the pattern for free
from the <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/diamond-lace-boot-toppers-digital-98614" target="_blank">Patreon Shop</a>!)</p><p><span></span></p><a name="more"></a><p></p><p> Now, onto the Knit-Along!</p><p> For
the month of January every finished pair of boot toppers has a chance to win a
$25 Gift Card from <a href="https://www.knitpicks.com/" target="_blank">Knit Picks</a>
(US/Canada only at the moment, sorry!) or,
4
patterns of the winner's choice from my Web Shop! To enter on the
blog, simply post a link to a picture of your completed boot toppers by January 31rst, 2024. Please note that the boot toppers don't have to have
been
started
in January, just finished in January, -- so it's a good reason to
pull
out any
WIPs!<br /><br />Please note, due to the seizure/migraine risks, you may not
post links to Ravelry.com in the comments of this blog. Such links will
be removed and will not count as entries to the Knit-Along. IG
posts, public Facebook posts, blog posts, or even direct image links are
all acceptable alternatives.<br /><br />You can also enter to win by posting to the giveaway on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/posts/874344554700130" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C12g3tfOWe0/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and, <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>, giving 4 chances to win in total!<br /><br />I always look forward to seeing your Finished Objects! Please post them to various social media with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesigns/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesigns</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesignsjan2024/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesignsJan2024</a> and/or share them to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/SarahDawnsDesigns/" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a> or to the <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>! That way, I can see the awesome that you folks make!<br /><br />**One
entry per person for each project per platform (four possible entries
total for each completed project). One Winner will be drawn at random
using random number generation. Prize will be distributed by e-mail,
Participants may enter the same project on more then one platform, but
may only enter each project once per platform. Not sponsored or endorsed
by Knit Picks/WeCrochet <br /></p><p> </p><p></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-70790675202179627312023-12-20T12:16:00.000-08:002023-12-20T12:16:07.085-08:00WIP Wednesday: Finishing the Christmas Hat. . . . By Christmas? <p> **This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may
give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something
using that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase
from my affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!**</p><p>Hello,
and welcome back to WIP Wednesday. I am, as is common, I think for may crafters, right now, playing the 'will I actually finish this for Christmas?' game, in addition to the game of Yarn Chicken <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/2023/12/wip-wednesday-more-christmas-knitting.html" target="_blank">I mentioned playing last week.</a> </p><p>That said, the hat is coming together, and, you can see the cable pattern much better now! I'm at about 3.25 inches of cables, and I need 4 inches before I can start the decreasing. (I've also had to drop down and fix a wrongly crossed cable, which has majorly slowed me down, eeep!) Hopefully I'll pick up speed once I reach the 4 inch mark and start decreasing! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijo5IZUCWqA07Cja_soD0Eb5VIzph0DpoPDSoNvFSC6LT6kCLH15nUXynTbPwXPvmFnyBLLeq298iu8SPPTVHpGBvC98KbdDVuC_-DUd0mGBnfZj8ezM_lKrxWQHi5eV6A22sx4HWvdv-j04WAKMrRPy1B_Xc6rgm3m9zRDbOilnmSFrWuzF8J-ZyHPlU/s3264/steph's%20Christmas%20Hat%203.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="a cabled hat on circular needles. The hat is knit in a tonal green fingering-weight yarn, and a shell stitch marker is clipped over the cord of the circular needles." border="0" data-original-height="2448" data-original-width="3264" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijo5IZUCWqA07Cja_soD0Eb5VIzph0DpoPDSoNvFSC6LT6kCLH15nUXynTbPwXPvmFnyBLLeq298iu8SPPTVHpGBvC98KbdDVuC_-DUd0mGBnfZj8ezM_lKrxWQHi5eV6A22sx4HWvdv-j04WAKMrRPy1B_Xc6rgm3m9zRDbOilnmSFrWuzF8J-ZyHPlU/w320-h240/steph's%20Christmas%20Hat%203.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />Yarn is <a href="https://yarnsub.com/yarns/fleece_artist/merino_2_6" target="_blank">Fleece Artist's 2/6 Merino</a> in "Spruce", which is now discontinued - the only reason I have some in my stash is because I'm unravelling an old project that's getting reused! (Giftee picked an older knit hat and asked if I had more yarn of the same yarn. I said I didn't, but the hat in question hadn't received much love, as it was a project from my early knitting days, and I didn't know enough to make it a well-fitting hat, so I was happy to knit it up into something new that would receive much love!)<br /><p></p><p></p><p>Needles are my <a href="https://shrsl.com/3v6nb" target="_blank">*Knit Picks Nickle-plated 2.25 mm circulars</a>, and they're perfect for this particular project. The needle tips are that perfect spot in the middle - they're sharp enough to pick up the yarn, but not sharp enough to be annoying. <br /></p><p>Stitch markers are a necessity for me in marking pattern repeats (and even then I sometimes still mess up!) The beginning/end of round marker is an <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/571957378/ocean-shells-with-pearls-and-ocean" target="_blank">*Ocean Shell Stitch Marker</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/winemakerssister" target="_blank">*WineMakersSister's Etsy Shop</a>, while the stitch markers between repeats are more of the <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/621037488/set-of-5-rose-gold-or-silver-rose-stitch" target="_blank">*Silver Rose Stitch Markers</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/NotionsEmporium" target="_blank">*NotionsEmporium</a>.</p><p>My giftee is teasing me I probably won't get it done in time (She knows me too well, there's languishing Birthday and Christmas knitting from years past that may never be completed!) So, yeah, I'm kind of hoping I can surprise her Christmas Morning with a completed hat. Wish me luck! <br />
</p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-38427018724957436242023-12-13T14:17:00.000-08:002023-12-13T14:17:58.994-08:00WIP Wednesday: More Christmas Knitting!<p> **This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may
give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something
using that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase
from my affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!**</p><p>Hello, and welcome back to WIP Wednesday - I actually have stuff I can post! The Christmas Tam is slowly growing, and my game of Yarn Chicken continues. (The Yarn Chicken is why I've kept the ribbing very short on this one, I originally planned for at least one inch of ribbing, but don't know if I'll have the yarn for that. If I do, I can always knit it on at the bottom once the hat is done!) </p> <p></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ3_k0xOf97ejYyvBgv0NQb20kVeS7VPSnHtNfXesMafbLKoBSC8DPBBZkbcbD4ya8a5O_lMnMTFADzumq3739vo-JXLLDhqW1KOfkJkgXDsWjj7VhHEMMiBp4HLmWPmgFADtp2E6tXZ3js_qCy1bRpi81L_V1Zgq_L6VbJ4JJnufjcWdStMFpHp0QtsY/s2523/stephs%20christmas%20hat%202.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="A cabled hat in progress on circular needles. The hat is knit in varegated green fingering-weight yarn, and there are several stitch markers on the cord of the circular needle." border="0" data-original-height="2523" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ3_k0xOf97ejYyvBgv0NQb20kVeS7VPSnHtNfXesMafbLKoBSC8DPBBZkbcbD4ya8a5O_lMnMTFADzumq3739vo-JXLLDhqW1KOfkJkgXDsWjj7VhHEMMiBp4HLmWPmgFADtp2E6tXZ3js_qCy1bRpi81L_V1Zgq_L6VbJ4JJnufjcWdStMFpHp0QtsY/w310-h320/stephs%20christmas%20hat%202.jpg" width="310" /></a>Yarn is <a href="https://yarnsub.com/yarns/fleece_artist/merino_2_6" target="_blank">Fleece Artist's 2/6 Merino</a>
in "Spruce", which is now discontinued - actually, this is yarn that's
getting frogged from a hat made early in my knitting days! I have just over 4 inches of hat (and, because it's going right from one hat to another hat at very similar tension, I didn't worry too much about washing and re-skeining the yarn, I'm just knitting right from the old hat!) <br /></p><p></p><p>Needles are my <a href="https://shrsl.com/3v6nb" target="_blank">*Knit Picks Nickle-plated 2.25 mm circulars</a>, and they're holding up well to 230 stitches and some pretty elaborate cables! I cable without a cable needle for most of these, and I've found that if the needle tips are dull, it's harder to cable. These needles? No problems!<br /></p><p>And, of course, it wouldn't be my knitting without sparkly stitch markers. (I haven't bought any more in a while. I was sorely tempted by some sparkly stitch markers at the <a href="https://www.kwkg.ca/fair/" target="_blank">K-W Knitter's Fair</a>, but I'd already spent my budget by that point, or they would have come home with me!) </p><p>Anyway, my beginning/end of round is an <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/571957378/ocean-shells-with-pearls-and-ocean" target="_blank">*Ocean Shell Stitch Marker</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/winemakerssister" target="_blank">*WineMakersSister's Etsy Shop</a>, while the stitch markers between repeats are more of the <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/621037488/set-of-5-rose-gold-or-silver-rose-stitch" target="_blank">*Silver Rose Stitch Markers</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/NotionsEmporium" target="_blank">*NotionsEmporium</a>.</p><p>So, here's hoping that I can actually finish this Christmas Knitting, well, before Christmas (my roommate has low hopes. She's not wrong.) And, I'll end with the usual WIP
Wed question: what are you working on today? Let us know in the
comments, or post it in the Works In Progress channel <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">on Discord!</a> </p><p></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-21212907643708099972023-12-06T10:04:00.000-08:002023-12-06T11:35:06.954-08:00Magic Loop / Magic Ring Video Tutorial!<p></p><div><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1xmvt09 x1lliihq x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x xudqn12 x3x7a5m x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u x1yc453h" dir="auto">Alright,
so, I'm finally back making some tutorials, and this is a video
tutorial for the Magic Loop / Magic Ring crochet start! My Alpine Hat
pattern uses this start, as do countless other crochet patterns!</span></div><div><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1xmvt09 x1lliihq x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x xudqn12 x3x7a5m x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u x1yc453h" dir="auto"> </span></div><div><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1xmvt09 x1lliihq x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x xudqn12 x3x7a5m x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u x1yc453h" dir="auto"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/D970Qd3gF_0" width="320" youtube-src-id="D970Qd3gF_0"></iframe></div> </span></div><div><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1xmvt09 x1lliihq x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x xudqn12 x3x7a5m x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u x1yc453h" dir="auto"> </span>Wondering how to do the Magic Ring start for Crochet? Well, keep
watching to find out! This video will teach you how to do the Magic
Ring for Crochet - commonly used to start a hat from the crown, like my
<a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/alpine-hat" target="_blank">Alpine Hat</a> Pattern! </div><p> This video is available with Described Video <a href="https://youdescribe.org/video/D970Qd3gF_0?ad=656a58a4da4820001e9c205c" target="_blank">on YouDescribe</a>: </p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Pattern: <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/alpine-hat" target="_blank">Alpine Hat</a> </li><li>Hook: <a href=" https://theleitherco.com/collections/crochet-hooks" target="_blank">Leither Co</a>. </li><li>Yarn: <a href="https://www.woolistheanswer.co.uk/shop" target="_blank">Wool is the Answer'</a>s Superwash Merino Fingering with Neps in
"Mustard" </li></ul><p>And if you'd like your name in the video credits, <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns" target="_blank">become a Patron</a> today! <br /></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-55535507204516138132023-11-30T10:09:00.000-08:002023-12-04T12:25:49.843-08:00December Featured Pattern and Knit-Along: Woodland Hat!<script src="https://payhip.com/payhip.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
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<br /></p><p>Welcome to December - not the coldest month of the year here, but definitely cold. I'm still holding out hope for a White Christmas, even if it is above freezing here in Southern Ontario today. But, it's definitely still Winter Hat weather, which is why I chose the <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/woodland-hat" target="_blank">Woodland Hat</a> to be December's Featured Pattern and Knit-Along!</p><p>Don't worry, if you don't have the pattern, it's 50% off through the month of December!</p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg45uxlP2vuXifShdRMTtic0lEOAkkKx72_F1utT2oCbKwYUtOVjwXZeywnSWTW9G56eSc7xdEWx9EKKaOOkaDvX0Gw28_b3mTqoxK_ndtnjSaEgjedY7wepxSfUjNbkl0D6uuVaiV0W_5D1p3MPJQAAKhw9MXCzgCwc1Yps5zw83_VD4aquT7-zSEkybc/s2048/Why%20is%20it%20in%20there.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="A woman wearing a blue cabled knit hat with the brim folded up, revealing an off-white layer underneath." border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1994" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg45uxlP2vuXifShdRMTtic0lEOAkkKx72_F1utT2oCbKwYUtOVjwXZeywnSWTW9G56eSc7xdEWx9EKKaOOkaDvX0Gw28_b3mTqoxK_ndtnjSaEgjedY7wepxSfUjNbkl0D6uuVaiV0W_5D1p3MPJQAAKhw9MXCzgCwc1Yps5zw83_VD4aquT7-zSEkybc/w312-h320/Why%20is%20it%20in%20there.jpg" width="312" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photography: Stephanie Wallace<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p style="text-align: center;">
<a class="payhip-buy-button" data-product="3VBjH" data-theme="blue" href="https://payhip.com/b/3VBjH">Buy Now</a> </p><p>The design for this hat came about thanks to two things: first, the (now defunct) Ravelry Designer’s Challenge, based on a woodland theme, and second, my roommate needed a new hat! <br /><br />She wanted something that was thick and warm with a brim that could fold up over the ears. So, I started experimenting with different hat designs, but most of them didn’t seem warm enough. After trying various knitted linings, I came up with this idea. It’s thick, warm, and heavy enough to keep all but the worst of the winter winds out!</p><p></p><p></p><p>Blue Sample is done in <a href="https://tidd.ly/3E98HQq" rel="nofollow noopener ugc" target="_blank">*Squoosh Fiber Arts Ultra Worsted</a>, in "Rock Candy" and "Mallowmar" is shown in size S. <br /></p><p>You can buy the pattern through <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.etsy.com/listing/643855730" target="_blank">Etsy</a>, in my <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/woodland-hat" target="_blank">Web Shop</a>, or, on my (new!) <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/woodland-hat-digital-knitting-pattern-71213" target="_blank">Patreon Shop</a>,
the discount is available on all platforms. (Psst, Featured Pattern
Subscribers and above on Patreon can just download the pattern for free
from <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/pine-cone-gloves-digital-knitting-42867" target="_blank">the Patreon Shop</a>!)</p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p> Now, onto the Knit-Along!</p><p> For
the month of December every finished hat has a chance to win a
$25 Gift Card from <a href="https://www.knitpicks.com/" target="_blank">Knit Picks</a>
(US/Canada only at the moment, sorry!) or,
4
patterns of the winner's choice from my Web Shop! To enter on the
blog, simply post a link to a picture of your completed hat by December 31rst, 2023. Please note that the hat doesn't have to have
been
started
in December, just finished in December-- so it's a good reason to
pull
out any
WIPs!<br /><br />Please note, due to the seizure/migraine risks, you may not
post links to Ravelry.com in the comments of this blog. Such links will
be removed and will not count as entries to the Knit-Along. IG
posts, public Facebook posts, blog posts, or even direct image links are
all acceptable alternatives.<br /><br />You can also enter to win by posting to the giveaway on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/posts/849513177183268" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0R-tR8Op6l/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and, <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>, giving 4 chances to win in total!<br /><br />I always look forward to seeing your Finished Objects! Please post them to various social media with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesigns/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesigns</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesignsdec2023/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesignsDec2023</a> and/or share them to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/SarahDawnsDesigns/" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a> or to the <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>! That way, I can see the awesome that you folks make!<br /><br />**One
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by Knit Picks/WeCrochet </p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-72558192956935392502023-11-29T07:51:00.000-08:002023-11-29T07:51:18.937-08:00WIP Wednesday: Christmas Knitting!<p> **This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may
give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something
using that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase
from my affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!**</p><p> Welcome back to <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/WIP%20Wednesday" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">WIP Wednesday</a>! So apparently I'm on a roll with new cast ons - this one is Christmas Knitting! I don't think my recipient reads the blog, so I should be good on this front - but they also dropped some very unsubtle hints about what they wanted, so, they're not going to be superbly surprised, and I'm not superbly worried if this gets 'spoiled' for them via social media. They picked the yarn and gave me the design idea, after all!<br /></p><p>This is the start of a Cabled Tam, using, in part, the same Cable Pattern as the <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/5bu7" target="_blank">MacAskill Scarf </a>and the <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/2023/07/wip-wednesday-start-of-hooded-jacket.html" target="_blank">Beech Tree Jacket</a>. What you're seeing is just the start of the brim, as, since I'm playing Yarn Chicken, I made the ribbing quite short, at only 0.5 inches (2.5 cm). </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim8tM7nl4kxewDjEGh1XMzVVIp5tsURrio0pybylKa7boK2cPiiVEOtl5D3l806eQDz79ufT5bkEhe0jboUht5yYUlH342f5nbI5YHp6o9oFnJfChBMQmuvNtxbzbgTkBTcpcTnpwNqP5xqKfTi9_detuHJhtCER8Ylo48mAi5Dn6mnaylQGFxEbXzuXI/s2851/Steph's%20Christmas%20Tam%201.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="1 by 1 ribbing knit in fingering-weight varegated green yarn; on a circular needle with several stitch markers." border="0" data-original-height="2851" data-original-width="2372" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim8tM7nl4kxewDjEGh1XMzVVIp5tsURrio0pybylKa7boK2cPiiVEOtl5D3l806eQDz79ufT5bkEhe0jboUht5yYUlH342f5nbI5YHp6o9oFnJfChBMQmuvNtxbzbgTkBTcpcTnpwNqP5xqKfTi9_detuHJhtCER8Ylo48mAi5Dn6mnaylQGFxEbXzuXI/w266-h320/Steph's%20Christmas%20Tam%201.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><p></p><p>And, speaking of yarn, the yarn is <a href="https://yarnsub.com/yarns/fleece_artist/merino_2_6" target="_blank">Fleece Artist's 2/6 Merino</a> in "Spruce", which is now discontinued - actually, this is yarn that's getting frogged from a hat made early in my knitting days! </p><p>I made the previous hat before I really understood how things fit, so it didn't fit as well as it could. My giftee loves the yarn colours, though, so, I figured I could try and re-make make a new hat that fits her properly. Now that I'm in this, I'm not 100% sure that this was the best choice, the cables aren't showing as well as I would like, but that might be a 'yet.' The hat I'm unravelling was also cabled and knit at almost identical tension, and the cables showed up just fine there, so I'll give it a few more rounds before I make another decision. </p><p>Needles are my <a href="https://shrsl.com/3v6nb" target="_blank">*Knit Picks Nickle-plated 2.25 mm circulars</a>. They've been great for this, the cord is flexible enough to let me do travelling loop on the ribbing, and that means I don't have to hunt about for a pair of double-points once I start decreasing for the crown! </p><p>And, this is another one with a lot of stitch markers! My beginning/end of round is an <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/571957378/ocean-shells-with-pearls-and-ocean" target="_blank">*Ocean Shell Stitch Marker</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/winemakerssister" target="_blank">*WineMakersSister's Etsy Shop</a>, while the stitch markers between repeats are more of the <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/621037488/set-of-5-rose-gold-or-silver-rose-stitch" target="_blank">*Silver Rose Stitch Markers</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/NotionsEmporium" target="_blank">*NotionsEmporium</a>.</p><p> So, yes, I've added yet another WIP to the pile, though this, being Christmas Knitting, sort of needs to get done! That said, it's still the usual WIP
Wed question: what are you working on today? Let us know in the
comments, or post it in the Works In Progress channel <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">on Discord!</a> </p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-35216956272875302362023-11-22T06:00:00.000-08:002023-11-22T06:00:00.152-08:00WIP Wednesday: Scribe Lace Shawl<p> **This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may
give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something
using that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase
from my affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!**</p><p> Welcome back to <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/WIP%20Wednesday" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">WIP Wednesday</a>! The commissions are done, ends are sewn in; and it's just hand washing the last one to go out - and I've cast on a new lace shawl! It's inspired by some magazine calls for designs that have come across my e-mails, (<a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/october-25th-new-91665950" target="_blank">Patrons have all the details in a behind-the-scenes post</a>) and, I've finally gotten it working and doing what I wanted it to do. <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqu0KENLeG1KjLbvhFmF9ko_uSM3FGie0iSmsvQMLlKlbI5x9X5PIvEerc4i6OJqqIlpihKHtSzSUVuXj6tEdnQ299nAkQ2Vq2BUXOZIS5H1Z1fORa_bSixenqmt7xXg8-Uhw6f_nDPdspiPnpqCIvLqXeosOrXEh0S0pimM6lu2KHgm2xD9zBMiEOk_g/s3264/scribe%20shawl%20wip%201.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="a lace shawl in a pale green yarn on circular needles. There are many polished glass stitch markers looped over the cord of the needle." border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqu0KENLeG1KjLbvhFmF9ko_uSM3FGie0iSmsvQMLlKlbI5x9X5PIvEerc4i6OJqqIlpihKHtSzSUVuXj6tEdnQ299nAkQ2Vq2BUXOZIS5H1Z1fORa_bSixenqmt7xXg8-Uhw6f_nDPdspiPnpqCIvLqXeosOrXEh0S0pimM6lu2KHgm2xD9zBMiEOk_g/w240-h320/scribe%20shawl%20wip%201.jpg" width="240" /></a> It looks a bit wonky and weird right now -- all lace looks wonky and weird before you block it out, I promise, it will look much better once the shawl is done. Lace Knitting is something where you really have to just trust the process! <br /></div><p></p><p>Yarn is <a href="https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/juniper-moon-farm-findley?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=dbdb5c0e" target="_blank">*Juniper Moon Farms Findley</a> in "Crocodile". It's a ball of yarn that's been sitting in my stash for a few years now, and it's been taunting me from the top of the yarn box for a bit, so, now was a great time to cast on with it, I figure!</p><p>Needles are my 2.75 mm (US 2) <a href="https://shrsl.com/3v6nb" target="_blank">*Circular Needles from Knit Picks</a>. These have been great with the lace, there's been a teeny bit of snagging at the join, but nothing I can't work with (and I have way more expensive needles that also have that same teeny snag, so, for the price point of the Knit Picks needles, there's absolutely no cause to complain!) </p><p>Stitch Pattern is another <a href="https://www.gannetdesigns.com/2023/10/02/scribe-a-lace-knitting-stitch-pattern/" target="_blank">stitch pattern from the wonderful Gannet Designs</a> - which has informed the working title for this shawl, too - if I'm ever stuck for stitch pattern inspiration, I just end up sleuthing the Gannet Designs blog and I know I'll find something!</p><p>As for stitch markers, well, there's lots of them in this one to help me keep track! I'm marking every 10 stitch pattern repeat with the <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/156691419/sea-glass-non-snag-stitch-markers" target="_blank">*Sea Glass Stitch Markers</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/winemakerssister" target="_blank">*WineMakersSister's Etsy shop</a> - since the rings on these stitch markers are wielded, there's nothing for the lace yarn to snag on. That has been a problem with other stitch markers, but not these ones, and it's wonderful! To mark my edge sections, I'm using <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/621037488/set-of-5-rose-gold-or-silver-rose-stitch" target="_blank">*Silver Rose Stitch Markers</a> from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/NotionsEmporium" target="_blank">*NotionsEmporium</a>, and my centre stitch marker is a "Faith" Stitch marker with a locking lobster claw, also from NotionsEmporium. Since I want to mark the centre stitch, I lock it right into the centre stitch, rather then putting it over the needle. I just have to remember to unhook it and bring it up every couple of rows!<br /><br />So, yes, I've added another WIP to the pile! But, it's still the WIP Wed question: what are you working on today? Let us know in the
comments, or post it in the Works In Progress channel <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">on Discord!</a></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-45069578851952061382023-11-01T12:59:00.007-07:002023-11-30T08:49:11.236-08:00November Featured Pattern and Knit-Along: Pine Cone Gloves! <script src="https://payhip.com/payhip.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<p>**This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something using that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase from my affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!** <br /></p><p>Welcome to November, and the colder weather is here! We're seeing nights drop below 0 C here in Southern Ontario, which means it's definitely time for gloves! </p><div style="text-align: left;"></div><p> Which is why I'm happy to say that this month's Featured Pattern and Knit Along is the <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/pine-cone-gloves" target="_blank"><br />Pine Cone Gloves</a>! And for those of you who don't
already have the pattern, it's 50% off for the month of November!</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkETa0fCeqnt26A_7moUHrBAnk784u_d6xzlWIRQx4hWe883bRblozDJj4OHa8z9OzagzC58Yi_7okbZrrSU6os6o0zsyWftdvJkVT_W35Fhj6Yd5EGJ2qh34ZKDmhfE9VJic41SbcCxir3MPt8t1D95oruZe4DafjJYbJJ_IcBz5qAI4NWMHvcC6oq7A/s2827/Pinecone%20glove%20-%20throwing%202.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="someone wearing a knit glove done in fingering-weight blue yarn. The palm and cuff have a knit and purl texture." border="0" data-original-height="2315" data-original-width="2827" height="262" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkETa0fCeqnt26A_7moUHrBAnk784u_d6xzlWIRQx4hWe883bRblozDJj4OHa8z9OzagzC58Yi_7okbZrrSU6os6o0zsyWftdvJkVT_W35Fhj6Yd5EGJ2qh34ZKDmhfE9VJic41SbcCxir3MPt8t1D95oruZe4DafjJYbJJ_IcBz5qAI4NWMHvcC6oq7A/w320-h262/Pinecone%20glove%20-%20throwing%202.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photography: Stephanie Wallace</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>
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<p></p>These gloves came about as, and I quote: “the hand knit version of the nylon gloves you can find in a dollar store.”<br /><br />I
wanted a pair of gloves that were lightweight, but very snug to the
hand, perfect for spring or early fall, or, to layer under other mittens
or gloves during winter. <br /><br />The Pine Cone Stitch pattern uses only
knits and purls to create a fun, textured stitch that I instantly fell
in love with! So it seemed only natural to put these two ideas together
to knit up a pair of lightweight gloves in fingering-weight yarn.<p>Sample was knit in two skeins of <a href="https://shrsl.com/3fqmg" target="_blank">*Knit Picks Twill Fingering</a> in "Patchwork Heather" and is shown in size XS. <br /></p><p>You can buy the pattern through <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.etsy.com/listing/1258611997" target="_blank">Etsy</a>, in my <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/pine-cone-gloves" target="_blank">Web Shop</a>, or, on my (new!) <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/pine-cone-gloves-digital-knitting-42867" target="_blank">Patreon Shop</a>,
the discount is available on all platforms. (Psst, Featured Pattern
Subscribers and above on Patreon can just download the pattern for free
from <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/pine-cone-gloves-digital-knitting-42867" target="_blank">the Patreon Shop</a>!)<br /></p><p> Now, onto the Knit-Along!</p><p> For
the month of November every finished pair of gloves has a chance to win a
$25 Gift Card from <a href="https://www.knitpicks.com/" target="_blank">Knit Picks</a>
(US/Canada only at the moment, sorry!) or,
4
patterns of the winner's choice from my Web Shop! To enter on the
blog, simply post a link to a picture of your completed pair of gloves by November 30th, 2023. Please note that the gloves don't have to have been
started
in November, just finished in November-- so it's a good reason to
pull
out any
WIPs!<br /><br />Please note, due to the seizure/migraine risks, you may not
post links to Ravelry.com in the comments of this blog. Such links will
be removed and will not count as entries to the Knit-Along. IG
posts, public Facebook posts, blog posts, or even direct image links are
all acceptable alternatives.<br /><br />You can also enter to win by posting to the giveaway on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/posts/828873769247209" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CzHgdCGPLwg/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and, <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>, giving 4 chances to win in total!<br /><br />I always look forward to seeing your Finished Objects! Please post them to various social media with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesigns/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesigns</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesignsnov2023/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesignsNov2023</a> and/or share them to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/SarahDawnsDesigns/" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a> or to the <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>! That way, I can see the awesome that you folks make!<br /><br />**One
entry per person for each project per platform (four possible entries
total for each completed project). One Winner will be drawn at random
using random number generation. Prize will be distributed by e-mail,
Participants may enter the same project on more then one platform, but
may only enter each project once per platform. Not sponsored or endorsed
by Knit Picks/WeCrochet</p><p></p><p></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-50045161247825488442023-10-13T14:51:00.004-07:002023-10-16T13:12:26.523-07:00October Featured Pattern and Knit-Along: Luckenbach Socks! <script src="https://payhip.com/payhip.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<p></p><p style="text-align: left;">Well, this month's Featured Pattern is what I hope is a very timely re-release: the <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/luckenbach-socks" target="_blank">Luckenbach Socks</a>. These knee-high socks, first published in <a href="https://nomadicknits.com/product/issue-ten-texas/" target="_blank">Nomadic Knits issue 10,</a>are perfect for the colder fall weather. And for those of you who don't already have the pattern, it's 50% off for the month of October! <br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih252OCx5ANnt36FGvbOw3T8w-nyQOVrK2Y8OZv8pJMuGG6cmSRqUaqYvQvZJh_dAICrYc72oIUKh7kG4CcsAYPSGab8F3hyphenhyphenPaQSbrTj4jRQLF3RwxoSEfzut0a73hUtFlpmRfAtVARONvjogCO9wh2DQM48JJik3CBZA84ZWDTGmnLMdUSTNsY022nSs/s2048/luckenbach.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="A pair of grey knee-high socks knit in fingering-weight sock yarn. Honeycomb Cables surround a central cable that runs along the instep and front of the leg" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1630" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih252OCx5ANnt36FGvbOw3T8w-nyQOVrK2Y8OZv8pJMuGG6cmSRqUaqYvQvZJh_dAICrYc72oIUKh7kG4CcsAYPSGab8F3hyphenhyphenPaQSbrTj4jRQLF3RwxoSEfzut0a73hUtFlpmRfAtVARONvjogCO9wh2DQM48JJik3CBZA84ZWDTGmnLMdUSTNsY022nSs/w255-h320/luckenbach.jpg" width="255" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photography: Nomadic Knits<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"> <a class="payhip-buy-button" data-product="e3tm4" data-theme="blue" href="https://payhip.com/b/e3tm4">Buy Now</a></div>
<p>These beautifully cabled socks are perfect to show off with a skirt or a
pair of walking shoes. They come in two sizes, a standard 6 inch (15
cm) leg length, and a knee-high (10 inches / 25.5 cm) with calf shaping! </p><p>There are knit from the cuff down on circular needles or
double-pointed needles. The heel flap is knit flat and stitches are
picked up and knit from the slipped stitch edge of flap, then decreased
to form <br />the gusset. The toe is decreased, and the final toe seam is grafted together. This pattern also has an
accessible large print option that is compatible with screen-reading
software. The version available in Nomadic Knits also has both written and charted instructions (and absolutely counts for the October Featured Pattern Knit-Along, of course!) </p><p> Sample was knit in Gritty Knits Hombre in "Catahoula" (60% Superwash Merino, 20% Yak,<br />20% Silk) and shown in size XL. Any wool/nylon fingering-weight
sock yarn should work up well as a substitute. </p><p>You can buy the pattern through <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.etsy.com/listing/1571869080" target="_blank">Etsy</a>, on Ravelry, in my <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/luckenbach-socks" target="_blank">Web Shop</a>, or, on my (new!) <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/luckenbach-socks-digital-knitting-31991" target="_blank">Patreon Shop</a>, the discount is available on all platforms. (Psst, Featured Pattern Subscribers and above on Patreon can just download the pattern for free from <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/shop/luckenbach-socks-digital-knitting-31991" target="_blank">the Patreon Shop</a>!)<br /></p><p> Now, onto the Knit-Along!</p><p> For
the month of October every finished pair of socks has a chance to win a
$25 Gift Card from <a href="https://www.knitpicks.com/" target="_blank">Knit Picks</a>
(US/Canada only at the moment, sorry!) or,
4
patterns of the winner's choice from my Web Shop! To enter on the
blog, simply post a link to a picture of your completed pair of socks by October 31, 2023. Please note that the socks don't have to have been started
in October, just finished in October -- so it's a good reason to
pull
out any
WIPs!<br /><br />Please note, due to the seizure/migraine risks, you may not
post links to Ravelry.com in the comments of this blog. Such links will
be removed and will not count as entries to the Knit-Along. IG
posts, public Facebook posts, blog posts, or even direct image links are
all acceptable alternatives.<br /><br />You can also enter to win by posting to the giveaway on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/posts/817476590386927" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CyeG5vauime/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and, <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>, giving 4 chances to win in total!<br /><br />I always look forward to seeing your Finished Objects! Please post them to various social media with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesigns/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesigns</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesignsoct2023/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesignsOct2023</a> and/or share them to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/SarahDawnsDesigns/" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a> or to the <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>! That way, I can see the awesome that you folks make!<br /><br />**One
entry per person for each project per platform (four possible entries
total for each completed project). One Winner will be drawn at random
using random number generation. Prize will be distributed by e-mail,
Participants may enter the same project on more then one platform, but
may only enter each project once per platform. Not sponsored or endorsed
by Knit Picks/WeCrochet</p><p></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-50116066499943516122023-09-01T03:00:00.014-07:002023-09-06T13:12:35.655-07:00September Featured Pattern and Knit-Along: Selcouth Hat!<script src="https://payhip.com/payhip.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<p>**This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may give
me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something using
that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase from my
affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!** <br /></p><p> Alright, I have a working computer again! Patrons who follow the behind-the-scenes posts will know <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/august-22-behind-88036598" target="_blank">the full saga of my failing Hard Drive</a>, but, now that that's sorted and repaired, I can get back into getting things updated in a much more timely manner!<br /></p><div style="text-align: left;">So, given that I'm no longer wrangling a failing computer, I am absolutely thrilled to announce that the re-released <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/selcouth-hat" target="_blank">Selcouth Hat</a> is the pattern for the September Knit-Along! It was originally published in Interweave Knits (and yes, if you have the pattern in the Summer 2021 edition, that absolutely counts for the knit-along, don't worry!)<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">For those of you who don't have a copy, don't worry, the pattern is 50% off for the month of September!<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQgygpuYgg9x2_nUyqagORtDXrStRCpjhKWjc6nCOWFS1B0philjo_T0DUGwurvhlCPja5yPpH36KE79WlVaPX1_ovlCZI3gkniuVdJy_sQQYJ20_lmA5hkTzuAUgIZE8VCgiVENFqRdxbs6C8tgjihknAMyjeE7Xszr-1iuf1JkEeMs3yG2QbvEVmlw0/s3184/Hat%20-%20working%20shot%20-%20side%20on-%203.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="someone wearing a knit hat, worked in fingering-weight grey yarn and leaf lace motif. The ribbed brim is folded up." border="0" data-original-height="2668" data-original-width="3184" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQgygpuYgg9x2_nUyqagORtDXrStRCpjhKWjc6nCOWFS1B0philjo_T0DUGwurvhlCPja5yPpH36KE79WlVaPX1_ovlCZI3gkniuVdJy_sQQYJ20_lmA5hkTzuAUgIZE8VCgiVENFqRdxbs6C8tgjihknAMyjeE7Xszr-1iuf1JkEeMs3yG2QbvEVmlw0/w320-h268/Hat%20-%20working%20shot%20-%20side%20on-%203.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photography: Stephanie Wallace<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p style="text-align: center;"> <a class="payhip-buy-button" data-product="1d82B" data-theme="blue" href="https://payhip.com/b/1d82B">Buy Now</a></p><p><i>With a deep brim perfect for folding or wearing slouchy and an allover, leaf-inspired lace pattern, the Selcouth Hat will keep your ears snug and hair in place as you dream of wandering along windswept moors.<br /></i><br />The design for this hat was inspired by the idea of summer leaves and ivy - I was looking for a toque that would fit over hair braids and buns and this hat does the job wonderfully! The result is a hat that’s lightweight, but still warm, fits over hairpins, and keeps the ears warm (even in a Canadian winter), but is light enough to wear into spring!</p><p>The Selcouth Hat is knit in the round from the brim up. The stitch
pattern (including crown decreases) are both charted and written - this pattern also has an
accessible large print option that is compatible with screen-reading
software. (Please note, the version of this hat in interweave Knits only includes instruction for the
smaller size. In addition, copies from Interweave Knits have only the
charted instruction available). <br /></p><div style="text-align: left;">Sample was knit in Plymouth Yarn Happy Feet 100 in "Ice Grey" (90%
Merino, 10% Nylon) and shown in size S. Any wool/nylon fingering-weight
sock yarn should work up well as a substitute - and it only needs one 100 gram skein of sock yarn!<br /></div><p>You can buy the pattern through <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fca%2Fsarahdawnsdesigns%2Flisting%2F1551053087%2Fknitting-pattern-selcouth-hat-adult-hat" target="_blank">*</a><a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/sarahdawnsdesigns/listing/1551053087/knitting-pattern-selcouth-hat-adult-hat" target="_blank">Etsy,</a> on Ravelry, or in my <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/brickworks-socks" target="_blank">Web Shop</a>, the discount is available on all platforms.<br /><br />Now, onto the Knit-Along!</p><p> For
the month of September, every finished hat has a chance to win a
$25 Gift Card from <a href="https://www.knitpicks.com/" target="_blank">Knit Picks</a> (US/Canada only at the moment, sorry!) or,
4
patterns of the winner's choice from my Web Shop! To enter on the
blog, simply post a link to a picture of your completed hat by September 30th, 2023. Please note that the hat doesn't have to have been started in September, just finished in September -- so it's a good reason to pull
out any
WIPs!<br /><br />Please note, due to the seizure/migraine risks, you may not
post links to Ravelry.com in the comments of this blog. Such links will
be removed and will not count as entries to the Knit-Along. IG
posts, public Facebook posts, blog posts, or even direct image links are
all acceptable alternatives.<br /><br />You can also enter to win by posting to the giveaway on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/posts/785683166899603" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CwpSLQ_PQxS/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and, <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>, giving 4 chances to win in total!<br /><br />I always look forward to seeing your Finished Objects! Please post them to various social media with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesigns/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesigns</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesignssept2023/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesignsSept2023</a> and/or share them to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/SarahDawnsDesigns/" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a> or to the <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>! That way, I can see the awesome that you folks make!<br /><br />**One
entry per person for each project per platform (four possible entries
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using random number generation. Prize will be distributed by e-mail,
Participants may enter the same project on more then one platform, but
may only enter each project once per platform. Not sponsored or endorsed
by Knit Picks/WeCrochet</p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-10200199739597403132023-08-29T11:51:00.006-07:002023-08-29T12:16:02.839-07:00Public Pattern Release: Diamonds and Lace Scarf!<script src="https://payhip.com/payhip.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<p>**This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may give
me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something using
that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase from my
affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!** <br /></p><p> I've been rather quiet over here on the blog for a bit, but, despite not having anything new for <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/WIP%20Wednesday" target="_blank">WIP Wed,</a> (the curse of having a big project I can't share on social media!) I -do- have a new(ish) Pattern release -- The Diamonds and Lace Scarf Pattern is now also available in my <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/diamonds-and-lace-scarf" target="_blank">WebShop</a> and on <a href="https://tidd.ly/3KX8J39" target="_blank">*Etsy</a>!<br /></p><div><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dBEBYAzH8Js/Xr8Wccl_9AI/AAAAAAAAE1Q/JjxOE0vF9TEQMqmL4pCtqiqUKuJqPbKaACPcBGAYYCw/s2764/Woodland%2Bscarf%2Bmodeled%2B2.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="A woman holding a scarf across her shoulder and back with an outstretched arm. The scarf is knit in striping worsted-yarn, and shows a diamond lace pattern." border="0" data-original-height="1138" data-original-width="2764" height="264" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dBEBYAzH8Js/Xr8Wccl_9AI/AAAAAAAAE1Q/JjxOE0vF9TEQMqmL4pCtqiqUKuJqPbKaACPcBGAYYCw/w640-h264/Woodland%2Bscarf%2Bmodeled%2B2.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photography: Stephanie Wallace<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>
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<div> </div><div>It had originally been published as a Patron-Exclusive pattern (and Patrons, you can still <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/54148732" target="_blank">download your new-and-updated copy over on Patreon</a>!) But now, it's also available elsewhere online, as well. <br /></div><div> </div><div>This
lace scarf is made from less then 350 yards of worsted-weight yarn, perfect to use up those orphan one or two skeins that are left over
after making a sweater. It's thick and warm, and is
perfect for showing off self-striping or long colour change yarns, but
will work up just fine in a solid or tonal as well!</div><div><br /></div><div>This
scarf is knit flat (with straight needles or circulars, your choice!)
with a garter stitch border, All Wrong-Side rows are purled with a
garter stitch border. Though only one size is given, the scarf is
easily adjustable, and notes on how to do that are included in the
pattern. </div><div><div><br /></div><div>The scarf as written, uses
almost all of the recommended skeins of yarn. If you are altering the
pattern, or are a looser knitter, you may need an additional skein of
yarn.</div><br /><div>Sizes Available: One Size (adjustable). Sample
measures 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) by 62 inches (157.5 cm), Sample shown
in Wisdom Yarn Poems, (100% Wool), in the colourway "Enchanted Forest."
As this yarn is (sadly) discontinued, you can find a list of <a href="https://yarnsub.com/yarns/wisdom_yarns/poems" target="_blank">possible substitutions here</a> - and the scarf looks just as awesome in a tonal or solid colour, too!<br /></div><br />The
pattern is both written and charted, and, there is a large-print
version available that is also compatible with screen-reading
technology.<br /><br />As always, I love seeing what you make! So please, tag your creations on Social Media with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesigns/">#SarahDawnsDesigns</a>, so I can find your awesome things! <br /><br />If you've got feedback, comments, or questions about the pattern, you can comment here, or e-mail me at <a href="mailto:sarahdawnsdesigns@gmail.com">sarahdawnsdesigns@gmail.com</a>.</div></div>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-35337191810154086502023-07-26T08:27:00.003-07:002023-07-26T19:14:24.088-07:00WIP Wednesday: The Start of a Hooded Jacket?<p> **This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may
give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something
using that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase
from my affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!**</p><p> Welcome back to <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/search/label/WIP%20Wednesday" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">WIP Wednesday</a>! After finishing the <a href="https://sarahdawnsdesigns.blogspot.com/2023/04/fo-friday-one-half-of-finished-pair-of.html" target="_blank">Commission Mittens</a> (yes, I finished the second one, now they just have to be washed and they can go out to my customer!), I've started in on a new project - this one, inspired by an upcoming Magazine Call for Submissions. So I get to be a bit oblique about it until I know if it's going to be accepted or not. (Some magazines don't like it if I've blogged about the project before hand, some don't care, and some are superbly strict!)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhls0DratHNk4nwjDql5IRQAZeiaIezIKbyxEp0pFNaZlpVBBYnWXkNL3BHWdyzhZJUlpqP3NWG5Q0vC0nniCKBevrbOnylviTnUe1nBIsJfaUZfJ5bkeiSN6ghU_oUWnPzOirRgnwOdtkeRy1DKR3P9knmhPB6SrS2cKklmpl0MuFIMWOpMcZ2g9Hj71g/s3264/Beech%20Tree%20Jacket%20Swatch.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="a large cable-knit panel in progress, laying flat." border="0" data-original-height="2448" data-original-width="3264" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhls0DratHNk4nwjDql5IRQAZeiaIezIKbyxEp0pFNaZlpVBBYnWXkNL3BHWdyzhZJUlpqP3NWG5Q0vC0nniCKBevrbOnylviTnUe1nBIsJfaUZfJ5bkeiSN6ghU_oUWnPzOirRgnwOdtkeRy1DKR3P9knmhPB6SrS2cKklmpl0MuFIMWOpMcZ2g9Hj71g/w320-h240/Beech%20Tree%20Jacket%20Swatch.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p></p>That said, this is part of why I try and respond to as many magazine calls as possible - they provide inspiration and push me out of my comfort zone to try something new, even if I am rejected (and there are A Lot of rejections. I've heard comments suggesting that some companies and magazines get over 100 submissions per issue - they could never publish them all!) <br /><p></p><p></p><p>Yarn is <a href="https://yarnsub.com/yarns/blacker_yarns/west_country_tweed" target="_blank">Blacker Yarns WestCountry Tweed</a>, which I (amazingly) got for free as part of someone's destash! Sadly, it's now discontinued; but I'm really enjoying working with it, regardless. It's not as buttery-soft as some of the merino blends - it's clearly more of a 'workhorse' style yarn, but it should work up well for what I'm testing it with!</p><p>Needles are inherited 3.5 mm Aero straight needles, and, though they're quite old, they're working up well for this project!<br /></p>The <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&clickref=&p=%5B%5Bhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.etsy.com%252Fca%252Flisting%252F539062737%252Fset-of-5-silver-rose-flower-stitch%253F%5D%5D" target="_blank">*Silver Rose markers</a> are from <a href="https://tidd.ly/3odupd7" target="_blank">*NotionsEmporium</a>, while the <a href="https://tidd.ly/3eY3HEv" target="_blank">*Sea Glass Stitch Markers</a> are from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6939&awinaffid=413781&clickref=&p=%5B%5Bhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.etsy.com%252Fca%252Fshop%252Fwinemakerssister%5D%5D" target="_blank">*WineMakersSister's Etsy Shop</a>. They're being used to mark out different cable patterns and working out perfectly. I specifically like that the Sea Glass markers are wielded closed - no edges of a jump ring to catch on the yarn!<br /><p>Well, that's my current WIP, so it's the usual WIP Wed question: what are you working on today? Let us know in the
comments, or post it in the Works In Progress channel <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">on Discord!</a><br /></p><p><br /><br /></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-86646812150091143552023-07-17T13:26:00.001-07:002023-07-17T13:26:23.645-07:00Pattern Release: Aren Basket Weave Hat<p> **This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something using that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase from my affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!**</p><p>I'm happy to announce that the <a href="https://www.ilikecrochet.com/magazine/crochet-hat-patterns/aren-basket-weave-hat/" target="_blank">Aren Basket Weave Hat</a> is now available in <a href="https://www.ilikecrochet.com/magazine/crochet-hat-patterns/aren-basket-weave-hat/" target="_blank">I Like Crochet's August 2023 edition</a>!</p><p>I Like Crochet Members have unlimited access to all patterns, while non-members have limited access to a certain number of patterns per month for free. <br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOgaa86m9vNu_HwgOMm1v0Zl9Av-OATLt7F4PDUnSEioLwg5Wt86Wl_6lwgnntNgcoeJye1WvLvPBhKM6PI69P-T2Bb-lVbhJ1SrdMNDjjZHmSUYDrUdaAA1njyU0S7jmvnRqg8V3HexshnmnQRLvZ96AG1hUBcn_laQEe05lTOG2irjMC3yH5DLIqw-U/s2048/basket%20weave%20hat%20worn%205%20from%20FB%20-%20ILC.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="A woman wearing a crochet beanie. The beanie is worked in a basket weave stitch using post crochet stitches." border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOgaa86m9vNu_HwgOMm1v0Zl9Av-OATLt7F4PDUnSEioLwg5Wt86Wl_6lwgnntNgcoeJye1WvLvPBhKM6PI69P-T2Bb-lVbhJ1SrdMNDjjZHmSUYDrUdaAA1njyU0S7jmvnRqg8V3HexshnmnQRLvZ96AG1hUBcn_laQEe05lTOG2irjMC3yH5DLIqw-U/w213-h320/basket%20weave%20hat%20worn%205%20from%20FB%20-%20ILC.jpg" width="213" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo Credit: I Like Crochet<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></p><p><i>Introducing the Aren Basketweave Hat crochet pattern, a cozy and comfortable accessory for chilly days.Starting with a double crochet foundation at the brim, the hat then transitions into the captivating basketweave stitch. The unique feature of this design lies in the use of post crochet stitches, which create a dense and squishy fabric with excellent stretch. The result is a thick and warm hat, perfect for braving the cold weather in style</i>.</p><p>The hat comes in two adult sizes, with a finished circumference of 17.5 (22.5) inches to fit a22.5, (26.5) inch head circumference, and uses two skeins of <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=726901&u=1533559&m=59159&urllink=www%2Ecrochet%2Ecom%2Fyarn%2Fwool%2Dof%2Dthe%2Dandes%2Dsuperwash%2Dbulky%2Fc%2F5420256&afftrack=" target="_blank">*WeCrochet Wool Of the Andes Superwash Bulky</a>, (shown in the colourway "Persimmon Heather". The sample shown was worked on a <a href="https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/laurel-hill-ebony-crochet-single-ended-standard-hook-15cm-6in?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=dbdb5c0e" target="_blank">*4mm (US G) hook</a>, but you may need to adjust your hook size to get the correct tension.</p><p>The pattern is written using US crochet terms, and has written instructions only - you can find all the details on the <a href="https://www.ilikecrochet.com/magazine/crochet-hat-patterns/aren-basket-weave-hat/" target="_blank">I Like Crochet Website</a>! And remember, as always, I love seeing what you make! So please, tag your creations on Social Media with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesigns/" style="background: transparent; color: #4285f4; text-decoration-line: none;">#SarahDawnsDesigns</a>, (or share them in <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">the Discord</a>) so we can all see your awesome things!<br /><br />If you've got feedback, comments, or questions about the pattern, you can comment here, or send me an e-mail, I'm happy to hear from you!<br /></p>Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-91991518288934380012023-06-07T10:11:00.007-07:002023-06-08T14:38:02.703-07:00June Featured Pattern and Knit-Along: BrickWorks Socks!<script src="https://payhip.com/payhip.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<p> **This post contains affiliate links. Any link marked with an * may give me a reward or commission if you visit and/or purchase something using that link, at no additional cost to you! And, if you do purchase from my affiliate links, thank you for helping to keep rent paid!**</p><div style="text-align: left;">It's June, and it's (finally) warm enough for shorts, skirts, and the chance to show off all the fun knit socks! And in perfect timing (or just my happy scheduling), the newly released BrickWorks Socks are the featured Pattern for the June Knit-Along! </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Don't have the socks pattern? Don't worry, it's 50% off during the month of June!</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh81oUpZleSFLS7kReOivmHip3PyIoN6KEyHo-6sy43ISFa2Ww9yHFQX7lJPR7PpYv8OVF9J8hkc5o54NzJ8LQajcYKmWk0J6m8uUKZPdRHBc3c6f84Aoa55996OhRIDBBT3VmQdS1gbhLJOJOtYK4QQh0IIlmI-stS29-oRhW_1r68BUprRQq2ierv/s4837/Red%20Brick%20sock.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="a red sock knit in fingering-weight yarn. The sock is worked in a knit and purl checkerboard pattern." border="0" data-original-height="3640" data-original-width="4837" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh81oUpZleSFLS7kReOivmHip3PyIoN6KEyHo-6sy43ISFa2Ww9yHFQX7lJPR7PpYv8OVF9J8hkc5o54NzJ8LQajcYKmWk0J6m8uUKZPdRHBc3c6f84Aoa55996OhRIDBBT3VmQdS1gbhLJOJOtYK4QQh0IIlmI-stS29-oRhW_1r68BUprRQq2ierv/w320-h241/Red%20Brick%20sock.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photography: Stephanie Wallace</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>
<div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a class="payhip-buy-button" data-product="SZWsU" data-theme="blue" href="https://payhip.com/b/SZWsU">Buy Now</a> </div></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">These socks started after getting the idea to model a stitch pattern after some old brickwork on a converted factory building! After playing about, I got a simple knit and purl pattern that really resembled bricks!</div><p></p><p>With a simple stitch pattern that only uses knits and purls, this is a perfect sock for a beginner knitter who's just getting into the wonderful world of hand-knit socks.</p><p> They're knit from the cuff down; using a heel-flap and gusset, so you do have to pick up and knit, but there are tutorial links right in the pattern to help you through it! The toe is sewn up with grafting (also known as Kitchener stitch), and again, if you're not sure, don't worry, there are tutorial links right in the pattern, as well!) </p><div style="text-align: left;">This pattern has written instructions only. This pattern also has an accessible large print option that is compatible with screen-reading software.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div>Sample was worked in sample was knit in <a href="https://shrsl.com/3szxy" target="_blank">*Knit Picks Stroll Tweed</a> in "Firecracker Heather" and shown in size S. If you're substituting yarn, look for a wool/nylon blend made for knitting socks, or, if you want to avoid wool, look for a yarn with some elastic in the mix, like a cotton/elastic blend.<br /><br />You can buy the pattern through <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/sarahdawnsdesigns/listing/1480421488/knitting-pattern-brickworks-socks-adult" target="_blank">Etsy</a>, or in my <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/brickworks-socks" target="_blank">Web Shop</a>, the discount is available on both platforms.<br /><br />Now, onto the Knit-Along!<br /><br />For
the month of June, any finished pair of socks has a chance to win a
$25 Gift Card from Knit Picks (US/Canada only at the moment, sorry!) or,
4
patterns of the winner's choice from my Web Shop! To enter on the
blog, simply post a link to a picture of your completed pair of socks by June 30, 2023. Please note that the socks don't have to have to have been
started in June, just finished in June, -- so it's a good reason to pull
out any
WIPs!<br /><br />Please note, due to the seizure/migraine risks, you may not
post links to Ravelry.com in the comments of this blog. Such links will
be removed and will not count as entries to the Knit-Along. IG
posts, public Facebook posts, blog posts, or even direct image links are
all acceptable alternatives.<br /><br />You can also enter to win by posting to the giveaway on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/posts/724770592990861" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CtMp_xwuPcY/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and, <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>, giving 4 chances to win in total!<br /><br />I always look forward to seeing your Finished Objects! Please post them to various social media with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesigns/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesigns</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesignsjune2023/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesignsJune2023</a> and/or share them to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/SarahDawnsDesigns/" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a> or to the <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>! That way, I can see the awesome that you folks make!<br /><br />**One
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Sarah Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02735177170790495068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631191615007085220.post-53261502502719964952023-05-04T13:16:00.007-07:002023-05-08T13:47:48.398-07:00May Featured Pattern and Knit-Along: Spiralling Star Fingerless Mittens<script src="https://payhip.com/payhip.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<p> **This post contains affiliate links.
Any link marked with an * may give me a reward or commission if you
visit and/or purchase something using that link, at no additional cost
to you! And, if you do purchase from my affiliate links, thank you for
helping to keep rent paid!**</p><div style="text-align: left;">It's May and it's (finally) getting warm enough to be out in the garden, but the nights are still cool. The Spiraling Star Fingerless Mittens are that perfect solution for warm spring days and cool nights - and yes, they are the Featured Pattern for the May Knit-Along!</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Don't have the pattern? It's 50% off for the month of May!<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVngncI48U-YCYIKCCY2wiaKHqrSThbJzJ_ZLCxBitLf0n1N8RuwKgO8fbtvwO7hBBMISYbagWYw1UlbJI9Tl4-MEc51wP3wBv3YzRKYNRUj-a1iPEoplA8v940XU40Hrw68o04gyF9JACkyvhKjvXs1cUmMNK2Xqxnxg6JvhE8otKbA0IFqeF6GDf/s2048/Spiralling%20Star%20Mitts%20With%20Background.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Someone wearing a pair of fingerless mittens. The mittens are knit in a dark green fingering-yarn and use a textured star stitch over the body of the mitten." border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVngncI48U-YCYIKCCY2wiaKHqrSThbJzJ_ZLCxBitLf0n1N8RuwKgO8fbtvwO7hBBMISYbagWYw1UlbJI9Tl4-MEc51wP3wBv3YzRKYNRUj-a1iPEoplA8v940XU40Hrw68o04gyF9JACkyvhKjvXs1cUmMNK2Xqxnxg6JvhE8otKbA0IFqeF6GDf/w240-h320/Spiralling%20Star%20Mitts%20With%20Background.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photography: Stephanie Wallace<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></div>
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<div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The idea for the Spiralling Star Fingerless Mittens came from an online knit-along which challenged participants to create something using the Star Stitch pattern. While swatching, I found a particular version of the Star Stitch that created a spiral effect, and these mittens were born from that!</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">These fingerless mittens are worked from the cuff-up in the round, with the Star Stitch pattern continuing onto the thumb gusset. The top cuff, bottom cuff, and thumb are edged with 1 by 1 ribbing. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />This
pattern has written and charted instructions. This pattern also has an
accessible large print option that is compatible with screen-reading
software. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div>Sample was worked in (sadly, now discontinued) MadelineTosh Eyre Light in "Mill Pond" - a substitute, I'd suggest <a href="https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/manos-del-uruguay-silk-blend-fino?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=dbdb5c0e" target="_blank">*Manos del Uruguay Silk Blend Fino</a>, though any predominantly wool blend yarn with a decent amount of memory will work up well for these mittens. <br /><br />You can buy the pattern through <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/sarahdawnsdesigns/listing/546533501/knitting-pattern-star-stitch-mittens" target="_blank">Etsy</a>, or in my <a href="https://shop.sarahdawnsdesigns.com/b/spiralling-star-fingerless-mittens" target="_blank">Web Shop</a>, the discount is available on both platforms.<br /><br />Now, onto the Knit-Along!<br /><br />For
the month of May, any finished pair of mittens has a chance to win a
$25 Gift Card from Knit Picks (US/Canada only at the moment, sorry!) or, 4
patterns of the winner's choice from my Web Shop! To enter on the
blog, simply post a link to a picture of your completed pair of mittens by May 31,
2023. Please note that the mittens don't have to have to have been started in May, just finished in May, -- so it's a good reason to pull out any
WIPs!<br /><br />Please note, due to the seizure/migraine risks, you may not
post links to Ravelry.com in the comments of this blog. Such links will
be removed and will not count as entries to the Knit-Along. IG
posts, public Facebook posts, blog posts, or even direct image links are
all acceptable alternatives.<br /><br />You can also enter to win by posting to the giveaway on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SarahDawnsDesigns/posts/701562858644968" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cr3y-4LOl8_/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and, <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>, giving 4 chances to win in total!<br /><br />I always look forward to seeing your Finished Objects! Please post them to various social media with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesigns/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesigns</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sarahdawnsdesignsmay2023/" target="_blank">#SarahDawnsDesignsMay2023</a> and/or share them to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/SarahDawnsDesigns/" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a> or to the <a href="https://discord.gg/J45GbBjWXB" target="_blank">Discord</a>! That way, I can see the awesome that you folks make!<br /><br />**One
entry per person for each project per platform (four possible entries
total for each completed project). One Winner will be drawn at random
using random number generation. Prize will be distributed by e-mail,
Participants may enter the same project on more then one platform, but
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