Wednesday 27 May 2020

Summer Flower Headbands


Summer Flower Headbands



Summer Flower Headbands

Babies heads vary a lot in size - but this is a guide! 

0 - 3 months                65sts
6 months                     69sts
9 months                     73sts
12 months                   77sts
1 - 2 years                   81sts
3 – 4 years                  85sts
4 – 10 years                89sts


Summer Flower Headband

These are made with DK (8ply) yarn and 4mm needles.

Using first colour, cast on 65sts  (or the number suggested above for the required age)
1st Row:               K1, *(k2, p2) repeat from * to last 4sts, k2, p1, k1
2nd Row:               S1, k1, *(p2, k2) repeat from * to last 3sts, p2, k1   

Join in second colour ~
3rd Row:               Knit
4th Row:                S1, k1, *(p2, k2) repeat from * to last 3sts, p2, k1   

Using first colour ~
5th Row:                Knit
6th Row:                S1, k1, *(p2, k2) repeat from * to last 3sts, p2, k1   

Using second colour ~
7th Row:                Knit
8th Row:                S1, k1, *(p2, k2) repeat from * to last 3sts, p2, k1   

Using first colour ~
9th Row:                Knit
10th Row:             S1, k1, *(p2, k2) repeat from * to last 3sts, p2, k1   

Cast off loosely – use a bigger needle or a stretchy cast off

Add a pretty decoration – I used the pattern below for my Small Summer Flowers




Summer Flower Baby Headband in 1 colour only

These are made with DK (8ply) yarn and 4mm needles.

Cast on 65sts (or the number of stitches suggested above for the age required)
1st Row:               K1, *(k2, p2) repeat from * to last 4sts, k2, p1, k1
2nd Row:               S1, k1, *(p2, k2) repeat from * to last 3sts, p2, k1   
Repeat the last 2 rows 4 times more
Cast off loosely – use a bigger needle or a stretchy cast off

Add a pretty decoration –

I used this pattern for my Small Summer Flowers ~ 



Small Summer Knitted Flowers


Cast on 42sts

K1, cast off 5sts (2sts on right hand needle),k1, cast off 5sts (4sts on right hand needle), k1, cast off 5sts (6sts on right hand needle), k1, cast off 5sts (8sts on right hand needle), k1, cast off 5sts (10sts on right hand needle), k1, cast off 5sts (12sts on right hand needle)
Cut the yarn leaving an 6” tail
Thread the tail through each of the remaining 12sts and pull tight
Use  the tail from the cast on to join the first and last petals
Shape flower
Sew in ends

Add a button to the centre of each flower

Knitted Small Summer Flowers 


I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.  
In addition:  You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.    

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced
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Saturday 23 May 2020

Face Coverings and Mask Extenders

This week I have been making some face coverings for my family. 

I enjoy getting my sewing machine out from time to time and putting it to use! 
But it will never take over from my passion for knitting! 

Anyway, here is what I have been making ~


I looked online at a couple of tutorials, and decided I liked this one best ~ 


14 made ...... and I keep getting requests for more - so they must be OK ! 





Whilst I was making these I thought I might make a few mask extenders too
to donate to my local care home if they would like them.

Easy Ear Saver Mask Extenders

To make them easy to launder I used cotton yarn and acrylic buttons.


Easy Ear Saver Mask Extender - knitted

Requires:
DK cotton yarn
3.5mm needles
2 buttons

Small
Cast on 19sts
Row 1:             k1, kfb, knit to the last 3sts, kfb, k2                            21sts
Row 2:             Knit
Row 3:             k1, kfb, knit to the last 3sts, kfb, k2                            23sts
Row 4:             Knit
Row 5:             k1, kfb, knit to the last 3sts, kfb, k2                            25sts
Row 6:             Knit
Row 7:             K1, k2tog, knit to last 3sts, k2tog, k1                         23sts
Row 6:             Knit
Row 9:             K1, k2tog, knit to last 3sts, k2tog, k1                         21sts
Row 10:           Knit
Cast off
Use the cast on and cast off tails to sew a button at each end, then darn away.


Medium
Cast on 21sts
Row 1:             k1, kfb, knit to the last 3sts, kfb, k2                            23sts
Row 2:             Knit
Row 3:             k1, kfb, knit to the last 3sts, kfb, k2                            25sts
Row 4:             Knit
Row 5:             k1, kfb, knit to the last 3sts, kfb, k2                            27sts
Row 6:             Knit
Row 7:             K1, k2tog knit to last 3sts, k2tog, k1                          25sts
Row 6:             Knit
Row 9:             K1, k2tog, knit to last 3sts, k2tog, k1                         23sts
Row 10:           Knit
Cast off
Use the cast on and cast off tails to sew a button at each end, then darn away.


Large
Cast on 23sts
Row 1:             k1, kfb, knit to the last 3sts, kfb, k2                            25sts
Row 2:             Knit
Row 3:             k1, kfb, knit to the last 3sts, kfb, k2                            27sts
Row 4:             Knit
Row 5:             k1, kfb, knit to the last 3sts, kfb, k2                            29sts
Row 6:             Knit
Row 7:             K1, k2tog, knit to last 3sts, k2tog, k1                         27sts
Row 6:             Knit
Row 9:             K1, k2tog, knit to last 3sts, k2tog, k1                         25sts
Row 10:           Knit
Cast off
Use the cast on and cast off tails to sew a button at each end, then darn away.


Easy Ear Saver Mask Extenders


If you prefer to crochet you might like this simple idea ~ 



Easy Ear Saver Mask Extender - Crochet

Requires:
DK cotton yarn
3.5mm crochet hook
2 buttons

UK terminology

Chain 18, 20 or 22sts
Work 4 rows in half treble stitch

Use the ‘tails’ to sew on a button at each end, then darn away

 

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.  
In addition:  You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.    

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced
or republished on another webpage or website. 

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Monday 18 May 2020

Jack & Jill Baby Mittens


Jack & Jill Baby Mittens

Jack & Jill Baby Mittens

Requirements:
DK yarn (newborn ~ 8g - 10g, 3 months ~ 10g - 12g,  6 - 9 months ~ 12g - 14g) 
3.25mm & 4mm needles

Tension:      22sts = 4" (10cm) over stocking stitch


Jack & Jill Baby Mittens                   Newborn

Width:              2" (5cm), 4" (10cm) all around 
Length:            4" (10cm)

Using DK yarn & 3.25mm needles cast on 21sts

CUFF

1st Row:           S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last 2sts, k2
2nd Row:          S1, * p1, k1, repeat from * to end
Repeat last 2 rows 5 times more

HAND

Change to 4mm needles
1st Row:           S1, knit to end
2nd Row:          S1, *p3, k1, repeat from * to end
Repeat the last two rows 6 times more, or until work measures 3½" from the cast on edge

Shape the top ~

Next Row:              S1, *k2tog, k1, repeat from * to last 2sts, k2tog                            14sts
Next Row:              S1, purl to last st, k1
Next Row:              *K2tog, all across row                                   `                                7sts

Cut the yarn leaving a ‘tail’.
With a yarn needle, pull the yarn through all the remaining stitches and secure
Sew up side seam and weave in ends


Jack & Jill Baby Mittens                   3 months

Width:                     2½" (6.5cm), 5" (13cm) all around 
Length:                   4½" (11.5cm)
 
Using DK yarn & 3.25mm needles cast on 25sts

CUFF

1st Row:                  S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last 2sts, k2
2nd Row:                 S1, * p1, k1, repeat from * to end
Repeat last 2 rows 6 times more

HAND

Change to 4mm needles
1st Row:                  S1, knit to end
2nd Row:                 S1, *p3, k1, repeat from * to end
Repeat the last two rows 7 times more or until work measures 4" from the cast on edge

Shape the top ~

Next Row:              S1, *k2tog, k1, repeat from * to end                                             17sts
Next Row:              S1, purl to last st, k1
Next Row:              *K2tog all across row, to last st, k1                                               9sts
Cut the yarn leaving a ‘tail’.

With a yarn needle, pull the yarn through all the remaining stitches and secure
Sew up side seam and weave in ends


Jack & Jill Baby Mittens                   6 – 9 months

Width:                     5¾", 14.5cm all around 
Length:                   5", 12.5cm


Using DK yarn & 3.25mm needles cast on 29sts

CUFF

1st Row:                  S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last 2sts, k2
2nd Row:                 S1, * p1, k1, repeat from * to end
Repeat last 2 rows 6 times more

HAND

Change to 4mm needles
1st Row:                  S1, knit to end
2nd Row:                 S1, *p3, k1, repeat from * to end
Repeat the last two rows 8 times more or until work measures 4¼" from the cast on edge

Shape the top ~

Next Row:    K1, s1, k1, psso, k9, k2 tog, k1, s1, k1, psso, k9, k2tog, k1         (25sts)
Next Row:    S1, purl to last st, k1
Next Row:    K1, s1, k1, psso, k7, k2 tog, k1, s1, k1, psso, k7, k2tog, k1         (21sts)
Next Row:    S1, purl to last st, k1
Next Row:    K1, s1, k1, psso, k5, k2 tog, k1, s1, k1, psso, k5, k2 tog, k1        (17sts)
Next Row:    S1, purl to last st, k1

Cast off
Cut the yarn leaving a ‘tail’.

Join top and side seams
Weave in ends


If you would like to make a complete baby set .....
You will find my matching baby hat pattern here ~ 



You will find my matching baby cardigan jacket pattern here ~ 



And my matching baby blanket pattern here ~ 



For preemie sizes use this link ~ 




I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.  
In addition:  You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.    

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced
or republished on another webpage or website. 

Copyright © 2020 ‘made by marianna’  All Rights Reserved