Christmas is a great time for knitting. You can sit home by the fire and knit items that will keep you warm or that can be given as gifts to friends and family.
There are many knit patterns to choose from and the one you go with will set the tone for how the item comes out. This holiday season, why not try something new by taking on some patterns you never used before? Here are a few to consider.
Stone Scarf Knitting Pattern
A stone scarf is so named due to its 3D texture which is created by alternating knits and purls. The end product resembles a stone wall. It has quirky stone-like bumps that are tempered by a garter stitch border that provides a neat edge.
Honey Stitch Cowl Pattern
The honey stitch cowl pattern will produce a scarf that wraps around the neck in one piece. It employs a twisted rib stitch. The technique used leaves the stitches live and not closed off. They are later brought together in a nice, neat seam.
Mohair Scarf of Wrap
This pattern produces a feather light scarf or wrap that is perfect for any season. It combines three lace patterns, a knot stitch, a crossed eyelet stitch and a swirl border. It is perfect for an intermediate knitter looking to experiment with a lace design. Use a few balls of luxurious yarn to create the web like pattern that can be used to produce a scarf or wrap of any length or width.
Cable Scarf and Hat Set
This cable knit and hat set will produce a cable pattern that looks more complex to create than it actually is. Although the print will be flattering in any color, white will really bring out the texture. The set is perfect for wearing when skiing or ice skating.
Striped Skinny Scarf
This striped skinny scarf has a terrific modern look. It is knit in stockinette stitch with double point needles making for an item that is warm, seamless and free of curling edges. Prepare the fringe before you knit to ensure you don’t run out of yarn.
Foulard with Case
This thin, lightweight print scarf can be designed with a case that makes for easy carrying. The material is perfect for summer nights when a breeze comes on and for summer days when the air conditioning is just a bit much. The material does not wrinkle easily so it will look terrific, even after it’s been in its case few hours. It can be made in a variety of sizes so it is small enough to serve as a head scarf or large enough to work as a sarong.
If you are looking for knitting patterns to try out this holiday season, the ideas in this article will provide you with inspiration. Which will you be making to keep you warm when the cool winds blow?
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