We all want to make something special for the knitworthy people in our lives. It seems like once October and November are upon us the stress of picking a project and getting it done in time really hits us knitters. Well here is a handy little guide of accessory projects with details about yarn , skill level, techniques used and super handy- average knit time. Check out the number of Knit Gnomes to see how much time you might need to get that gift done and not stress knit!
Note: the Knit Gnomes work on each project a little each day to make to make their average knitting time!
Click on the photo for more pattern details and where to purchase the pattern
MITTS
Yarn: Sian O’Doherty Rhëydr or a 4ply fingering weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: Knitting in the round, Stranded Colourwork, Kihnu vits Braid (video tutorial included in pattern), Twisted Braid in two colours, Ribbing
Yarn:The Fibre Co. Cumbria Fingering or a 4ply fingering weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: Knitting in the round, Ribbing, Corrugated Ribbing (2 color), Roosimine (video tutorials included in pattern), Purlwise cable cast on (video tutorial link included)
Yarn: Walcot Yarns Opus or a sport weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: Knitting in the round, Stranded color work, Latvian Braids
Yarn:The Grey Sheep Co Hampshire 4ply or a 4ply fingering weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: Knitting in the round, Ribbing, Stranded color work, Twisted Stitches
Yarn:The Grey Sheep Co Hampshire 4ply or a 4ply fingering weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: Knitting in the round, Ribbing, Stranded color work
Yarn:The Grey Sheep Co Stein Fine Wool 4ply or a 4ply fingering weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: Knitting in the round, Ribbing, Stranded color work, Cable cast on
COWLS & SHAWLS
Yarn: Walcot Yarns Opus or a sport weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: Knitting in the round, Provisional cast on, Stranded color work, Grafting with Kitchener Stitch
Yarn: Exterior: Rauwerk DK or a DK weight yarn and Lining: G-uld Alpaca or DK weight / 4ply fingering held double
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: Provisional cast on, Knitting in the round, Ribbing, Roosimine (video tutorial links included in the pattern)
Yarn: Walcot Yarns Opus or a sport weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: Knitting in the round, Provisional cast on, Stranded color work, Grafting with Kitchener Stitch
Yarn: Mothy and the Squid Superwash Sock or a 4ply / fingering weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: Knitting in the round, Provisional cast on, Stranded color work, Slip stitches Grafting with Kitchener Stitch
Yarn: Claudia Hand Painted Yarns Addiction Fingering or a 4ply / fingering weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: Knitting in the round, Provisional cast on, Stranded color work, Grafting with Kitchener Stitch
HATS
Yarn: Lanivendole A Heavenly Blend & A Stormy Blend or a DK weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round.
Techniques used: 2 colour braid cast on, Ribbing, Knitting in the round, Roosimine (video tutorial included), Decreasing for crown shaping
Yarn: Triskelion Scylfing Aran & Spincycle Dream State or two worsted weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting with two colours in the round and twisted or cable stitches.
Techniques used: Knitting in the round, Ribbing, Stranded colorwork, Twisted stitches , Decreasing for crown shaping
TOYS
Yarn: John Arbon Textiles Knit By Numbers DK or DK weight yarn
Skill Level: Advanced beginner; comfortable knitting in the round with two colors.
Techniques used: Provisional cast-on, Knitting in the round, Stranded colourwork, Striping, Picking up stitches (tutorial video included), Basic decreases, Sewing; whip stitch (tutorial video included)