London Yarns
Janet Filipchuk
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London, Ontario N6H 5L6
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FALL KNITTING PROJECTS
Monday, October 17, 2022 – Fall Knitting Projects
What do you think…does that chill in the air mean that we need to start knitting some winter projects to keep us and our loved ones warm? If you’re ready to begin, then today’s email is ‘just the ticket’!
We are featuring four projects – a hat, a scarf, a wrap/throw and a blanket. The wonderful thing about ALL of today’s projects is that they are all ‘small knits’. The hat and scarf are self-explanatory, but although the wrap/throw and the blanket are larger projects, they are both modular knits, meaning that they are worked piece by small piece, that when put together results in a larger finished project.
As always, we have included links to the appropriate yarn or weight of yarn to make each project and we would be happy to help you in your colour selections.
Happy project planning!
There is nothing quite like a cozy winter hat, and this gorgeous new design is the perfect accessory as the weather gets colder.
The Orbital Hat is a fun, fisherman’s style hat that was designed to add comfort and warmth to your winter look.
This hat is knit bottom up, seamlessly in the round and the stitch pattern creates a very dense structure which results in a snug fit and keeps your ears warm. The beautiful spiraling texture is created by simple cables inspired by the swirling night sky. Orbital can be worn with the brim folded up or down.
This hat makes a perfect gift and is a fantastic way to add a pop of bright, cheerful colour to your handmade wardrobe.
Sizes: S (M, L)
To fit head circumference: 18”-20” (20”-22”, 22”-24”) / 46-51 (51-56, 56-61) cm
Recommended Negative Ease: 0 - 1¾” / 0 - 5.5 cm head circumference
Yardage: 163 (190, 224) mtrs / 178 (208, 245) yds of DK weight yarn (#3)
YARN OPTIONS:
Pattern: we can purchase the pattern on your behalf for approx. $7.30 CDN and have it emailed to your inbox.
Gauge: 21 stitches and 26 rows = 4” in Cable St Pattern
Needles:
3.25 mm x 40 cm (US 3 x 16”) circular
4.00 mm x 40 cm (US 6 x 16”) circular or size needed to obtain gauge
4.00 mm (US 6) double pointed needles for crown shaping
BERROCO DROPSHIP PROJECT…
Sesame is a popular yarn for good reason. Its eye-catching colour flow makes pieces that will liven up any space. We especially love highlighting this feature with patterns that play with colour direction.
Parquet uses a modular knitting technique to create a beautiful mosaic pattern. The resulting throw is one you'll want to reach for and use every day. Better yet, enhance your wardrobe and wear it as a wrap!
This throw/wrap is made up of 12 identical blocks which are then crocheted together. An applied I-cord is added during finishing.
Finished Size: approx. 36” x 46” / 91 x 123 cm, blocked
YARN:
7 balls Berroco Sesame ($25.98/210m/100g) [colour shown is discontinued]
OR
9 balls Berroco Millefiori – in stock ($20.98/170m/100g)
This pattern is available for free.
Needles:
4.50 mm (US 7) knitting needles
4.50 mm (US 7) double pointed needles for I-Cord edging
4.50 mm (US 7) crochet hook for joining
Gauge: 16 sts and 32 rows = 4” in Garter St; each “Corner” square = 6” / 15 cm square.
To order: While we do stock Sesame, the quantity needed to make this project will have to be ordered. So, you can come in or call in (519-474-0403) with the name of yarn, colour number and number of balls needed.
About the yarn…
Sesame is multi-textured and multi-coloured treat to work with! It comes in big 100 gram ball with a generous 210m/230yds of yarn. And did we mention that it is machine washable?!?
SESAME SHADE CARD
Yardage: 210m / 230yd / 100g
Tension: 19-20 sts = 4" (10cm)
Suggested Needle Size: 4.50 mm - 5.00 mm (US 7-8)
Fibre Content: 43% Wool, 39% Acrylic, 9% Cotton, 9% Nylon
Care: Machine wash delicate cold, flat dry.
Made in Italy
Featuring BERROCO’S NEWEST YARN…
Photos © Berroco, Inc.
Here’s a conundrum for you…how can something be light and airy yet warm and cozy? Knit a Laurel scarf with Vento and you will have the answer!
Scarves are always essential for fall. An instant classic – make an impression with this oversized, faux-plaid scarf knit with 4 colours of Vento, one of Berroco’s new Fall yarns.
Don't fret the plaid – this technique is brilliantly easy. The scarf is knit in simple stripes and the vertical colour is woven in at the end through the designated purl stitches. Easy-peasy!!
Finished Size: approx. 24” / 60 cm wide x 80” / 203 cm long (not including fringe)
YARN
BERROCO VENTO ($13.98/200m/50g):
4 balls col. A; shown in #5661 Trade
2 balls col. B; shown in #5659 Bora [also used for vertical plaid stripe]
2 balls col. C; shown in #5656 Zephyr
1 ball col. D; shown in #5604 Bise
This pattern is available for free.
Gauge: 19 sts and 25 rows = 4” / 10 cm in pattern stitch
Needles: 4.50 mm (US 7) or size to obtain gauge
To order: Come in or call in (519-474-0403) with the name of yarn, colour numbers and number of balls needed in each colour.
About the yarn…
VENTO – a sophisticated modern yarn with beautiful drape, perfect for making light airy garments and warm soft accessories. The silky soft Baby Alpaca gives this yarn a gorgeous halo with a subtle two-tone effect that pops in jewel tones and creates depth in elevated neutrals. Made in Peru.
VENTO SHADE CARD
Yardage: 200m (219yd) / 50g
Gauge: 21-22 sts = 4" (10cm)
Needle Size: 3.75 - 4.50 mm (US 5-7)
Fibre: 50% Baby Alpaca, 40% Acrylic, 10% Merino Wool
Care: Hand wash in cold water. Lay flat to dry.
Made in Peru
And what about a Vento ‘topper’ to match Laurel?
Fernanda is a beautiful colourwork hat featuring a diamond style pattern, with optional yarn pompom. It would also look great with a faux fur pompom! Colourwork pattern is charted.
Finished Size: approx. 19½" / 49.5 cm around x 10½" / 26.5 cm high (not including pompom)
YARN
BERROCO VENTO ($13.98/200m/50g):
1 ball for main colour; shown in #5624 Sirroco
1 ball for contrast colour; shown in #5659 Bora
1 ball for pompom (optional); shown in #5662 Squall
Pattern: this pattern is FREE with Vento yarn purchase. Or we can purchase it on your behalf for approx. $8.70 CDN and have it emailed directly to you.
Gauge: 23 sts and 26 rnds = 4" / 10 cm in stranded colourwork pattern on larger needle
Needles:
4.00 mm x 40 cm (US 6 x 16") circular needles
4.50 mm x 40 cm (US 7 x 16") circular needles or size to obtain gauge
4.50 mm (US 7) double-pointed needles
3" / 7.5 cm pompom maker (optional)
To order: Come in or call in (519-474-0403) with the name of yarn, colour numbers and number of balls needed in each colour.
ATTENTION CROCHETERS!
Photos © Berroco, Inc
If you are eager to work with Berroco’s newest yarn VENTO, Alison Green has designed a stunning crochet pullover with a dramatic openwork yoke and cuffs, called ALONDRA. The pattern is FREE with Vento yarn purchase, or we can purchase the pattern alone on your behalf for approx. $11.60 CDN.
To order: Come in or call in (519-474-0403) with the name of yarn, colour number and number of balls needed.
An “ANY YARN” pattern!
Starflower Blanket: Lace Hexagons Forever!
“The Starflower blanket is both a big project and a small project at the same time. Each charming little lace hexagon is a nice, bite-sized amount of knitting, but when you put them all together, you've got quite the epic knit on your hands!
This blanket combines strong geometries with floral motifs and abundant texture. It looks unreasonably complex, but despite appearances, the hexagons aren't too difficult to knit. Once you've made a few, you'll only glance back at the pattern occasionally.
One Colour or ALL the Colours?
One of my favourite things about the Starflower blanket is how DIFFERENT it knits up in monochrome versus a rainbow of colours. It looks like a completely different pattern!
I'm also smitten with both the right side and the wrong side of this blanket. Each offers a distinct beauty with its own charm. Which one will you choose?!” – quoted from Alexa and Emily at Tin Can Knits
(right side)
(wrong side)
The crisp geometries of this floral blanket will delight you each time you cast off another hexagonal piece…and then once more when you arrange them into a colourful bouquet!
Sizes: Stroller (Crib, Throw)
Sizing Note
This design is modular, and can be knit in any yarn weight, so you can make it whatever size & shape you like! However, we have included 3 layout options in 3 yarn weights, to make things easy!
Finished Sizes for Stroller (Crib, Throw)
Each hexagon is approximately:
5½” wide in sock/sport weight
7½” wide in DK weight
9” wide in Worsted/Aran weight
STROLLER SIZES
Sock/Sport: 5x7 layout measures 28” x 35”
DK: 4x5 layout measures 30” x 35”
Worsted/Aran: 3x3 layout measures 27” x 26”
CRIB SIZES
Sock/Sport: 6x9 layout measures 33” x 45”
DK: 5x7 layout measures 38” x 47”
Worsted/Aran: 4x5 layout measures 36” x 41”
THROW SIZES
Sock/Sport: 8x11 layout measures 44” x 54”
DK: 6x9 layout measures 45” x 60”
Worsted/Aran: 5x7 layout measures 45” x 57”
Yardage for a Single Flower Motif
Sock/Sport (#1-2): 36 mtrs / 40 yds
DK (#3): 41 mtrs / 45 yds
Worsted/Aran (#4): 50 mtrs / 55 yds
Total Yardages for Stroller (Crib, Throw)
Sock/Sport: 1372 (2105, 3475) mtrs / 1500 (2300, 3800) yards
DK: 1098 (1829, 2743) mtrs / 1200 (2000, 3000) yards
Worsted/Aran: 549 (1143, 2057) mtrs / 600 (1250, 2250) yards
Pattern: we can purchase the pattern on your behalf for approx. $8.75 CDN and have it emailed to your inbox.
Gauge: Each blocked hexagon measures 5½ (7½, 9)” for Sock/Sport (DK, Worsted/Aran) weight yarn
Needles (see pattern notes below)
Sock/Sport: 3.25 mm (US 3) double pointed needles
DK: 3.75 mm (US 5) double pointed needles
Worsted/Aran: 4.50 mm (US 7) double pointed needles
Pattern Notes: Hexagon pieces are worked in the round either on DPNs or on a single long circular using the magic loop method. If you decide to work the optional edging, you will need one or more 32”+ circular needles. Lace pattern is both charted and written out.
Soooo that should keep us busy for a little while...at least until next week’s email, heehee.
Patti-Ann
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