Table Of Contents Cuddly Blankets Baby Girl Chevron Blanket PAGE 3 Baby Boy Chevron Blanket PAGE 6 Lace Chevrons Baby Blanket PAGE 9 Heavenly Baby Blanket PAGE 13 Cuddle Bug Baby Blanket PAGE 16 Baby-Size Fashions Color Block Hoodie PAGE 19 Let s Play Knit Vest PAGE 24 Baby Swing Coat PAGE 28 Baby Lace Cardigan PAGE 33 Hats, Socks and Cute Accessories Double Chevron Beanie PAGE 41 Cozy Toes Socks PAGE 44 Candy Corn Cocoon & Cap PAGE 48
LW4075 Baby Girl Chevron Blanket 3
LW4075 Baby Girl Chevron Blanket Chevrons are the perfect pattern for wrapping a modern baby in soft comfort. This pattern is perfect in any color. Knit yours to suit baby s nursery or gender. Designed by Nancy J. Thomas MATERIALS NEEDED: RED HEART Soft Baby Steps : 2 balls each 9401 Elephant A, 9700 Baby Pink B, 9600 White C Susan Bates Circular Knitting Needles: 5.5mm [US 9] 29 long Yarn needle, stitch markers GAUGE: 16 sts = 4 [10 cm] in Garter Stitch and 24 rows = 4 [10 cm] for one Ripple Pattern repeat. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needle to obtain the gauge. RED HEART Soft Baby Steps, Art. E746 available in solid color 5 oz (141 g), 256 yd (234 m); prints 4 oz (113 g), 204 yd (187 m) balls SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS K2tog = Knit 2 stitches together. Insert the right needle into two stitches at the same time and knit. This will result in a decrease of one stitch. This decrease will slant to the right. YO = Yarn over needle STITCH Garter Stitch = Knit every row. RIPPLE PATTERN (over 12 sts) Row 1: Knit across row. Row 2: Purl across row. Row 3: *(K2tog) twice, (yo, K1) 4 times, (K2tog) twice*, repeat from * to end. Row 4: Knit across row. Repeat Rows 1-4 for Ripple Pattern. NOTE Blanket is worked back and forth on circular needle, do not join. Blanket measures: 36 wide x 36 (91 cm x 91 cm) A, B, C = Colors A, B, C; cm = centimeters; k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts. together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; RS = right side; st (s) = stitch(es); yo = yarn over; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated; WS = wrong side. 4
LW4075 Baby Girl Chevron Blanket TIPS & HINTS Join a new ball of yarn when there are color changes and/or approximately 6 [15 cm] of yarn left from the old ball. Weave these ends in neatly on the wrong side of the fabric in a zigzag pattern for a few inches, and then trim off excess. BLANKET With A, cast on 150 sts. Rows 1-5: Work in Garter st (3 ridges). Cut A and attach B. Next Row: With B, K3, place marker, work Ripple Pattern to last 3 stitches, place marker, K3. Note: Continue to work K3 on first and last 3 stitches on every row to establish border pattern and work Ripple Pattern inside markers. *Continue in pattern until 8 rows (2 repeats) have been worked. Next Rows: Cut B and attach C. With C, work in Garter st 4 rows (2 ridges). Next Rows: Cut C and attach A. With A, work in Ripple Pattern until 12 rows (3 repeats) have been worked. Next Rows: Cut A and attach C. With C, work in Garter st 4 rows (2 ridges). Repeat from * until 7 full repeats have been worked. Next Rows: Cut C and attach B. With B, work 8 rows in Ripple Pattern. Next Rows: Cut B and attach A. With A, knit 6 rows in Garter st. *Bind off 6 sts, k2tog, bind off the k2tog; repeat from *, binding off remaining sts at end. This keeps bind off from being too loose. FINISHING: Weave in ends. A, B, C = Colors A, B, C; cm = centimeters; k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts. together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; RS = right side; st (s) = stitch(es); yo = yarn over; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated; WS = wrong side. 5
LW4304 Baby Boy Chevron Blanket 6
LW4304 Baby Boy Chevron Blanket Chevrons are the perfect pattern for wrapping a modern baby in soft comfort. This pattern is perfect in any color. Knit yours to suit baby s nursery or gender. Designed by Nancy J. Thomas MATERIALS NEEDED: RED HEART Soft Baby Steps : 2 balls each 9505 Aqua A, 9600 White B, 9932 Puppy Print C Susan Bates Circular Knitting Needles: 5.5mm [US 9] 29 long Yarn needle, stitch markers GAUGE: 16 sts = 4 [10 cm] in Garter Stitch and 24 rows = 4 [10 cm] for one Ripple Pattern repeat. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needle to obtain the gauge. RED HEART Soft Baby Steps, Art. E746 available in solid color 5 oz (141 g), 256 yd (234 m); prints 4 oz (113 g), 204 yd (187 m) balls Blanket measures: 36 wide x 36 (91 cm x 91 cm) SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS K2tog = Knit 2 stitches together. Insert the right needle into two stitches at the same time and knit. This will result in a decrease of one stitch. This decrease will slant to the right. YO = Yarn over needle STITCH Garter Stitch = Knit every row. RIPPLE PATTERN (over 12 sts) Row 1: Knit across row. Row 2: Purl across row. Row 3: *(K2tog) twice, (yo, K1) 4 times, (K2tog) twice*, repeat from * to end. Row 4: Knit across row. Repeat Rows 1-4 for Ripple Pattern. NOTE Blanket is worked back and forth on circular needle, do not join. A, B, C = Colors A, B, C; cm = centimeters; k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts. together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; RS = right side; st (s) = stitch(es); yo = yarn over; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated; WS = wrong side. 7
LW4304 Baby Boy Chevron Blanket TIPS & HINTS Join a new ball of yarn when there are color changes and/or approximately 6 [15 cm] of yarn left from the old ball. Weave these ends in neatly on the wrong side of the fabric in a zigzag pattern for a few inches, and then trim off excess. BLANKET With A, cast on 150 sts. Rows 1-5: Work in Garter st (3 ridges). Cut A and attach B. Next Row: With B, K3, place marker, work Ripple Pattern to last 3 stitches, place marker, K3. Note: Continue to work K3 on first and last 3 stitches on every row to establish border pattern and work Ripple Pattern inside markers. *Continue in pattern until 8 rows (2 repeats) have been worked. Next Rows: Cut B and attach C. With C, work in Garter st 4 rows (2 ridges). Next Rows: Cut C and attach A. With A, work in Ripple Pattern until 12 rows (3 repeats) have been worked. Next Rows: Cut A and attach C. With C, work in Garter st 4 rows (2 ridges). Repeat from * until 7 full repeats have been worked. Next Rows: Cut C and attach B. With B, work 8 rows in Ripple Pattern. Next Rows: Cut B and attach A. With A, knit 6 rows in Garter st. *Bind off 6 sts, k2tog, bind off the k2tog; repeat from *, binding off remaining sts at end. This keeps bind off from being too loose. FINISHING: Weave in ends. A, B, C = Colors A, B, C; cm = centimeters; k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts. together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; RS = right side; st (s) = stitch(es); yo = yarn over; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated; WS = wrong side. 8
LW4081 Lace Chevrons Baby Blanket Intermediate 9
LW4081 Lace Chevrons Baby Blanket This beautiful lace design features zigzag chevrons, a popular trend in home decorating. The blanket is worked in one piece on circular needles, so there is very little finishing. Just weave in the ends and present it to a lucky new mother and baby! Designed by Julie Hines MATERIALS NEEDED: RED HEART Soft Baby Steps : 3 balls 9620 Baby Green Susan Bates Circular Knitting Needles: 5.5mm [US 9] 29 long 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1 Ivy Lace Pattern 20 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 20-row rep Yarn needle, Stitch markers 11-st rep GAUGE: 17 sts = 4 [10 cm]; 20 rows = 4 [10 cm] in Stockinette Stitch. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needle to obtain the gauge. Key knit on RS, purl on WS yarn over k2tog (knit 2 stitches together) ssk (slip, slip, knit) RED HEART Soft Baby Steps, Art. E746 available in solid color 5 oz (141 g), 256 yd (234 m); prints 4 oz (113 g), 204 yd (187 m) balls. Blanket measures: 36 wide x 36 long [91 cm x 91 cm] SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS K2tog = Knit 2 sts together as one. SSK = Slip next 2 stitches, one at a time as if to knit, to right needle, insert point of left needle through front of sts, knit these sts together through back loop decrease made. K = knit; K2tog = knit 2 sts. together; mm = millimeters; P = purl; RS = right side; st (s) = stitch(es); yo = yarn over; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated; WS = wrong side. 10
LW4081 Lace Chevrons Baby Blanket STITCH PATTERNS Seed Stitch Row 1: *K1, p1, k1; repeat from * to end of row. Row 2: Knit the purl sts and purl the knit sts, as they appear. Repeat last row for Seed St. Pattern. Ivy Lace Pattern (multiple of 11 sts) Row 1 and every following alternate row (Wrong Side): Purl. Row 2: *K2tog, k4, [yo, k1] 2 times, ssk, k1* Row 4: *K2tog, k3, yo, k1, yo, k2, ssk, k1* Row 6: *K2tog, k2, yo, k1, yo, k3, ssk, k1* Row 8: *K2tog, [k1, yo], 2 times, k4, ssk, k1* Row 10: *K2tog, yo, k1, yo, k5, ssk, k1* Row 12: Repeat Row 8. Row 14: Repeat Row 6. Row 16: Repeat Row 4. Row 18: Repeat Row 2. Row 20: *K2tog, k5, yo, k1, yo, ssk, k1* NOTES 1. Blanket is worked back and forth in rows on circular needles, do not join. 2. Borders and main body of blanket are worked at same time in one piece. TIPS & HINTS Join a new ball of yarn when there are approximately 6 [15 cm] of yarn left from the old ball, also leaving a 6 [15 cm] tail of yarn with the joined yarn. Weave these ends in neatly on the wrong side of the fabric in a zigzag pattern for a few inches, and then trim off excess. K = knit; K2tog = knit 2 sts. together; mm = millimeters; P = purl; RS = right side; st (s) = stitch(es); yo = yarn over; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated; WS = wrong side. 11
LW4081 Lace Chevrons Baby Blanket BLANKET Cast on 156 sts. Rows 1-8: Work in Seed Stitch pattern for bottom border. Row 9 (Right Side): Work 6 sts in Seed Stitch pattern for border, K1, work in Ivy Lace Pattern to last 6 sts (13 repeats), work 6 sts in Seed Stitch pattern for opposite border. Note: Place stitch markers between side borders and center panel of Ivy Lace Pattern to mark where borders begin and end. Also place stitch markers every repeat of Ivy Lace Pattern to keep track of pattern repeats. Next Rows: Repeat Ivy Lace Pattern rows 1-20 9 times. Next Rows: Work 8 rows in Seed Stitch pattern for bottom border. Bind off all sts in Seed Stitch pattern. FINISHING: Weave in ends. Block lightly to measurements. K = knit; K2tog = knit 2 sts. together; mm = millimeters; P = purl; RS = right side; st (s) = stitch(es); yo = yarn over; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated; WS = wrong side. 12
LW3595 Heavenly Baby Blanket 13
LW3595 Heavenly Baby Blanket A knit blanket is the perfect gift for keeping a precious little one feeling safe and loved. The classic cable is a beautiful design for this sure-to-betreasured keepsake. Designed by Joyce Nordstrom MATERIALS NEEDED: RED HEART Baby TLC : 5 balls 5881 Powder Blue Susan Bates Knitting Needles: 3.75mm [US 5] Cable needle, 24 stitch markers, yarn needle GAUGE: 24 sts = 4 ; 30 rows = 4 in pattern. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the gauge. CABLE PANEL (worked over 12 sts): Rows 1, 5, 7 (Right Side): P2, K 8, P2. Rows 2, 4, 6: K2, P8, K2. Row 3: P2, slip next 4 sts onto a cable needle and hold at front of work, K4, then K4 from cable needle, P2. Row 8: K2, P8, K2. PLUME PANEL (worked over 17 sts): Row 1 (Right Side): P2, K13, P2. Row 2: K2, P13, K2. Row 3: P2, K4tog, [yo, K1] 5 times, yo, K4tog, P2. Row 4: K2, P13, K2. Blanket measures 37 x 42 (94 x 107 cm) RED HEART Baby TLC, Art 258 available in solid color 5 oz (141g), 358 yd (328m) and Multicolor 4 oz (113g), 242 yd (222m) balls K = knit; mm = millimeters; P = purl; pm = place marker; sts = stitches; tog = together; yo = yarn over; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified. 14
LW3595 Heavenly Baby Blanket BLANKET Cast on 222 sts. Knit 8 rows, increasing 8 sts evenly spaced on last row 230 sts. Row 1 (Right Side): K6, pm, * work Cable Panel Row 1 over next 12 sts, pm, K4, pm, [work Plume Panel Row 1 over next 17 sts, pm, K4, pm] twice, work Cable Panel Row 1 over next 12 sts, pm, K4, pm; repeat from * twice more, K2. Row 2: Slipping markers as you come to them, K6, * work Cable Panel Row 2 over next 12 sts, K4, [work Plume Panel Row 2 over next 17 sts, K4] twice, work Cable Panel Row 2 over next 12 sts, K4; repeat from * twice more, K2. Continue as established until 41 from beginning, ending with Row 8 of Cable Panel and Row 4 of Plume Panel, decreasing 8 sts evenly spaced on last row 222 sts. Knit 8 rows. Bind off. Weave in ends. K = knit; mm = millimeters; P = purl; pm = place marker; sts = stitches; tog = together; yo = yarn over; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified. 15
LW3795 Cuddle Bug Baby Blanket 16
LW3795 Cuddle Bug Baby Blanket It won t take long to knit this cozy blanket with this super bulky, super cuddly yarn. Simply start at one corner, increasing until you reach the next two corners. Then, decrease to the last corner. Designed by Nancy J Thomas MATERIALS NEEDED: RED HEART Snuggle Bunny : 4 balls 9965 Flamingo Susan Bates Circular Knitting Needles: 9mm [US 13] 29 long NOTE Work back and forth on circular needle, do not join. TIPS Join a new ball of yarn when there are approximately 6 [15 cm] of yarn left from the old ball, also leaving a 6 [15 cm] tail of yarn with the joined yarn. Weave these ends in neatly on the wrong side of the fabric in a zigzag pattern for a few inches, and then trim off excess. Yarn needle Blanket measures: 32 x 32 (81.3 x 81.3 cm) GAUGE: 8 sts = 4 [10 cm]; 16 rows = 4 [10 cm] in Garter Stitch. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needle to obtain the gauge. RED HEART Snuggle Bunny, Art. E812 available: 4oz (113g), 83yd (75m) balls Special Abbreviation SK2P = slip 1, knit 2 together, pass slip st over knit 2 together. bo = bind off; k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts. together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; RS = right side; sk2p = slip 1, k2tog, pass slip st over k2tog; st (s) = stitch(es); yo = yarn over; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated; WS = wrong side. 17
LW3795 Cuddle Bug Baby Blanket BLANKET Cast on 4 sts. Knit one row. Row 1 (Right Side): K1, knit in front and back of next 2 sts (increase 2), K1 6 sts. Row 2 and all Wrong Side rows: Knit. Row 3: K1, knit in front and back of next 4 sts. (increase 4), K1 10 sts. Row 5: K4, YO, K2, YO, K4 12 sts. Row 7: K4, YO, K4, YO, K4 14 sts. Row 9: K4, YO, K6, YO, K4 16 sts. Row 11: K4, YO, K8, YO, K4 18 sts. Continue to work in this way adding 2 more stitches on every Right Side row until there are 90 sts. total, end with a Wrong Side row. Next Row (Right Side): K4, YO, slip 1, K2tog, pass slip stitch over K2tog (SK2P), K to last 7 sts, SK2P, YO, K4. Next Row (Wrong Side): Knit. Repeat last 2 rows until 12 sts remain, end with a right side row. Next Row: K4, K2tog twice, K4 10 sts. Next Row: K3, K2tog twice, K3 8 sts. Next Row: K2, K2tog twice, K2 6 sts. Next Row: K1, K2tog twice, K1 4 sts. Bind off remaining 4 sts. FINISHING: Weave in ends. bo = bind off; k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts. together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; RS = right side; sk2p = slip 1, k2tog, pass slip st over k2tog; st (s) = stitch(es); yo = yarn over; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated; WS = wrong side. 18
19 LW3054 Color Block Hoodie
LW3054 Color Block Hoodie Knit this colorful addition to a welldressed baby s wardrobe. Baby will love its softness and new mothers will love the easy washability. Designed by Joyce Nordstrom MATERIALS NEEDED: Baby TLC : 1 ball each 7624 Lime A, 5935 Clear Blue B, 5011 White C and 7555 Lilac D Knitting Needles: 4mm [US 6] and 3.75mm [US 5] One 7/8 (22mm) diameter button, stitch holders, yarn needle GAUGE: 22 sts = 4 [10cm]; 28 rows = 4 [10cm] in Stockinette Stitch using larger needles. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the gauge. 2½ (2½, 3, 3½, 3½, 3½)" [6.5 (6.5, 7.5, 9, 9, 9)cm] 4½ (4½, 4½, 4½, 5, 5½)" [11.5 (11.5, 11.5, 11.5, 12.5, 14)cm] 8 (9, 10, 11, 12, 13)" [20.5 (23, 25.5, 28, 30.5, 33)cm] Back 9½ (10, 10½, 11, 12, 13)" [24 (25.5, 26.5, 28, 30.5, 33)cm] 8 (8½, 9, 9½, 10, 11)" [20.5 (21.5, 23, 24, 25.5, 28)cm] Sleeve 5 (5, 5½, 6, 6, 6)" [12.5 (12.5, 14, 15, 15, 15)cm] 6 (6½, 7, 7½, 8, 9)" [15 (16.5, 18, 19, 20.5, 23)cm] 4 (5, 5½, 6½, 7, 7½)" [10 (12.5, 14, 16.5, 18, 19)cm] 4 (4, 4½, 4½, 5, 5½)" [11.5 (11.5, 11.5, 11.5, 12.5, 14)cm] RED HEART Baby TLC, Art 258 available in solid color 5 oz (141g), 358 yd (328m) and Multicolor 4 oz (113g), 242 yd (222m) balls 2" [5cm] Left Front 5 (5½, 5½, 6, 6, 6½)" [12.5 (14, 14, 15, 15, 16.5)cm] 4 (5, 5½, 6½, 7, 7½)" [10 (12.5, 14, 16.5, 18, 19)cm] 4 (4, 4½, 4½, 5, 5½)" [10 (10, 11,5, 11.5, 12.5,, 14)cm] A, B, C = Color A, B, C; k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; St st = Stockinette stitch; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together; yo = yarn over. 20
LW3054 Color Block Hoodie Directions are for size 3 months. Changes for sizes 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, 18 months and 24 months are in parentheses. Chest: 19½ (20, 20½, 22, 23, 25) [49.5 (51, 52, 56, 58.5, 63.5) cm] Length: 8 (9, 10, 11, 12, 13) [20.5 (23, 25.5, 28, 30.5, 33)cm] BACK With smaller needles and A, cast on 50 (54, 56, 60, 64, 68) sts. Work in Garter st for 8 rows, increasing 2 sts on last row 52 (56, 58, 62, 66, 70) sts. Change to larger needles and St st and work until piece measures 8 (9, 10, 11, 12, 13) [20.5 (23, 25.5, 28, 30.5, 33) cm], end with a wrong side row. Bind off. Repeat Rows 1-2 until piece measures 4½ (5½, 6½, 7½, 8½, 9½) [11.5 (14, 16.5, 19, 21.5, 24) cm] from beginning, end with a wrong side row. Change to C and repeat Rows 1-2 until piece measures 6 (7, 8, 9, 10, 11) [15 (18, 20.5, 23, 25.5, 28) cm], end with a right side row. Shape Neck Bind off 8 (9, 9, 9, 10, 10) sts at beginning of next wrong side row for Neck 19 (20, 21, 23, 24, 26) sts, Working in St st, decrease 1 st at Neck edge every other row 5 (5, 5, 5, 5, 6) times 14 (15, 16, 18, 19, 20) sts. Work until piece measures same length as Back. Bind off. LEFT FRONT With smaller needles and B, cast on 25 (27, 28, 30, 32, 34) sts. Work in Garter st for 8 rows, increasing 2 sts on last row 27 (29, 30, 32, 34, 36) sts. Row 1 (Right Side): Change to larger needles and knit. Row 2: K6 for Frontband, purl to end. A, B, C = Color A, B, C; k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; St st = Stockinette stitch; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together; yo = yarn over. 21
LW3054 Color Block Hoodie RIGHT FRONT With A, cast on 25 (27, 28, 30, 32, 34) sts. Work in Garter st for 8 rows, increasing 2 sts on last row 27 (29, 30, 32, 34, 36) sts. Row 1 (Right Side): Change to larger needles and knit. Row 2: Purl to last 6 sts, k6 for Frontband. Repeat Rows 1-2 until piece measures 3 (4, 5, 6, 7, 8) [7.5 (10, 12.5, 15, 18, 20.5) cm] from beginning, end with a wrong side row. Change to D and repeat Rows 1-2 until piece measures 5½ (6½, 7½, 8½, 9½, 10½) [14 (16.5, 19, 21.5, 24, 26.5) cm] from beginning, end with a right side row. Buttonhole Row (Wrong Side): Purl to last 6 sts, k2, k2tog, yo, k2. Repeat Rows 1-2 until piece measures 6 (7, 8, 9, 10, 11) [15 (18, 20.5, 23, 25.5, 28) cm], end with a wrong side row. Shape Neck Bind off 8 (9, 9, 9, 10, 10) sts at beginning of next right side row for Neck 19 (20, 21, 23, 24, 26) sts, Working in St st, decrease 1 st at Neck edge every other row 5 (5, 5, 5, 5, 6) times 14 (15, 16, 18, 19, 20) sts. Work until piece measures same length as Back. Bind off. SLEEVES (Make Right Sleeve with B and Left Sleeve with D) With smaller needles, cast on 24 (25, 26, 28, 29, 30) sts. Work in Garter st for 8 rows, inc 4 sts evenly spaced on the last row 28 (29, 30, 32, 33, 34) sts. Work in St st, inc 1 st each side every other row once, then every 4th row 7 (8, 9, 9, 10, 12) times 44 (47, 50, 52, 55, 60) sts. Work until piece measures 6 (6½, 7, 7½, 8, 9) [15 (16.5, 18, 19, 20.5, 23) cm] from beginning. Bind off. FINISHING Sew Shoulder seams. Measure and mark 4 (4, 4½, 4½, 5, 5½) [10 (10, 11.5, 11.5, 12.5, 14) cm] down from Shoulder on Fronts and Back. Sew tops of Sleeves between markers. Sew side and Sleeve seams. A, B, C = Color A, B, C; k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; St st = Stockinette stitch; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together; yo = yarn over. 22
LW3054 Color Block Hoodie Hood With RS facing and smaller needle, join A 3 sts in from Right Front edge, pick up and knit 66 (68, 70, 72, 74, 76) sts around Neck edge, end 3 sts from Left Front edge. Row 1 (Wrong Side): K6, purl across, increasing 16 (16, 16, 20, 20, 20) sts evenly spaced to last 6 sts, k6 82 (84, 86, 92, 94, 96) sts. Change to larger needles, keeping first and last 6 sts in Garter st, work remaining sts in St st until piece measures 7 (7½, 7½, 8, 8½, 8½) [18 (19, 19, 20.5, 21.5, 21.5) cm] from beginning, end with a wrong side row. Bind off. Fold bind-off row in half and sew edge together. Weave in ends. Sew button opposite buttonhole. A, B, C = Color A, B, C; k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; St st = Stockinette stitch; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together; yo = yarn over. 23
24 LW2531 Let s Play Knit Vest
LW2531 Let s Play Knit Vest Knit this cute little vest for an active baby in easy-care yarn that mothers will love. Make one in each size and watch as baby grows. Designed by Scarlet Taylor. Directions are for size 6 months; changes for sizes 12, 18 and 24 months are in parentheses. Finished Chest: 20 (22, 24, 28). Finished Length: 10 (11, 12, 14). 10 (11, 12, 13)" ½" 3½ (4, 4½, 5)" 2 (2, 2½, 2½)" Front and Back 5 (5½, 6, 6½)" 5 (5½, 6, 6½)" MATERIALS NEEDED: RED HEART Soft Baby Steps : 1 (2, 2, 3) balls 9932 Puppy Print. 10 (11, 12, 14)" Knitting Needles: 4.5mm [US 7] and 5mm [US 8]. Stitch holders, yarn needle. GAUGE: 17 sts = 4 ; 23 rows = 4 in St st using larger needle. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the gauge. Special Abbreviations ssk = slip next two stitches knitwise to right needle, insert point of left needle through front of sts, knit these sts together through back loop. VEST Back With smaller needles, cast on 44 (48, 52, 60) sts. Work in K1, p1 rib for ¾», end with a wrong side row. Change to larger needles and work in St st until piece measures 5 (5½, 6, 6½) from beginning, end with a wrong side row. k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; St st = Stockinette stitch; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together. 25
LW2531 Let s Play Knit Vest Shape Armholes Bind off 2 sts at beginning of next 6 (6, 6, 8) rows, then 1 st at beginning of next 0 (2, 2, 2) rows 32 (34, 38, 42) sts. Work even until Armhole measures 4½ (5, 5½, 6), end with a wrong side row. Shape Neck Next Row (Right Side): K10 (10, 11, 11) sts, slip center 12 (14, 16, 20) sts to a stitch holder for Back Neck, join a second ball of yarn and knit to end of row 10 (10, 11, 11) sts each side. Working both sides at same time with separate balls of yarn, decrease 1 st at each Neck edge once 9 (9, 10, 10) sts each side. Work even until Armhole measures 5 (5½, 6, 6½). Bind off. Shape Armholes and Neck Next Row (Right Side): K21 (23, 25, 29) sts, slip center 2 sts to a stitch holder for Front Neck, join a second ball of yarn and work to end of row 21 (23, 25, 29) each side. Working both sides at same time with separate balls of yarn, shape Armholes same as for Back. AT SAME TIME, decrease 1 st each Neck edge every other row 1 (1, 1, 4) times, then every 4th row 5 (6, 7, 6) times 9 (9, 10, 10) sts each side. Work even until Armhole measures same length as Back to Shoulder. Bind off. FINISHING Sew left shoulder seam. FRONT With smaller needles, cast on 44 (48, 52, 60) sts. Work as for Back until piece measures 2 rows before beginning of Armhole shaping, end with a wrong side row. k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; St st = Stockinette stitch; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together. 26
LW2531 Let s Play Knit Vest Neckband With right side facing and smaller needles, join yarn at Neck edge of right shoulder, pick up and knit 2 sts down Back Neck edge, knit across 12 (14, 16, 20) sts from Back Neck stitch holder, pick up and knit 2 sts up Back Neck edge, pick up and knit 20 (20, 22, 24) sts down left Front Neck edge, place marker, k2tog from Front Neck stitch holder, pick up and knit 19 (21, 23, 25) sts up right Front Neck edge 56 (60, 66, 74) sts. Working in K1 p1 rib, work 1 row. Decrease Row (Right Side): Work in K1, p1 rib to 2 sts before marker, k2tog, k1, ssk, work to end of row. Repeat Decrease Row every other row until piece measures ¾. Bind off in rib. Sew right shoulder seam and Neckband. Armhole Bands With right side facing and smaller needles, join yarn at Armhole edge and pick up and knit 48 (52, 56, 62) sts evenly around Armhole edge. Work in K1, p1 rib for ¾. Bind off in rib. Repeat for opposite Armhole. Sew side seams. Weave in ends. RED HEART Soft Baby Steps, Art. E746 available in solid c olor 5 oz (142 g), 256 yd (234 m); multi color 4 oz (113 g), 204 yd (187 m) and smart print 3 0z (85 g), 153 yd (140 m) balls. k = knit; k2tog = knit 2 sts together; mm = millimeters; p = purl; St st = Stockinette stitch; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together. 27
LW3806 Baby Swing Coat 28
LW3806 Baby Swing Coat Just when you thought that your cute little one couldn t be any more cuddly, along comes this darling coat. Knit in plush yarn, little ones will love the way it feels and moms will like its ease of care. Designed by Kristin Omdahl MATERIALS NEEDED: RED HEART Buttercup, 3 (3, 4) balls 4930 Cutie Pie Susan Bates Knitting Needles: 8 mm [US 11] circular needle, 29 (73.5 cm) long or longer Susan Bates Crochet Hook: 5 mm [US H-8] (for button loop only) Stitch holder, one 1½ (4 cm) button, sewing needle and thread (to sew on button), yarn needle GAUGE: 10 sts = 4 (10 cm); 14 rows = 4 (10 cm) in Stockinette st (knit on right Side, purl on wrong Side). CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the gauge. RED HEART Buttercup, Art N396 available in 1.76 oz (50 g), 72 yd (66 m) balls Special Stitch ssk = slip next two stitches knitwise to right needle, insert point of left needle through front of sts, knit these sts together through back loop. NOTES 1. Coat is worked in one piece beginning at the lower edge. Piece is divided at underarm; back and fronts worked separately. 2. Stitches are picked up across an armhole edge to begin each sleeve. 3. Circular needle is used to accommodate large number of stitches of body, and working across a curved edge for sleeves. Work back and forth on circular needle as if working with straight needles. Directions are for size 12 months. Changes for sizes 18 months and 24 months are in parentheses Finished Chest: 25 (26, 27) (63.5 (66, 68.5) cm) Finished Length: 14¼, (14¾, 15) (36 (37.5, 38) cm) k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; st(s) = stitch(es); * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 29
LW3806 Baby Swing Coat 14¼ (14¾, 15) (36 (37.5, 38) cm) 4 (4½, 5) (10 (11.5, 12.5) cm) Left Front 12 (12½, 13) (30.5 (32, 33) cm) Back BODY Right Front ½ (1.5 cm) 4¾ (5¼, 5½) (12 (13.5, 14) cm) 9 (23 cm) 25 (26, 27) (63.5 (66, 68.5) cm) 37 (39, 41) (94 (99, 104) cm) 7½ (8½, 9) (19 (21.5, 23) cm) SLEEVE 9½ (10½, 11) (24 (26.5, 28) cm) 6 (6½, 7) (15 (16.5, 18) cm) BODY Cast on 93 (97, 102) sts loosely. Knit 4 rows. Row 1 (right side): Knit. Row 2: K1, purl to last st, k1. Repeat last 2 rows until piece measures about 9 (23 cm) from beginning; end with a wrong side row. Decrease Row (right side): K0 (1, 0), *k2tog, k1; repeat from * to end of row 62 (65, 68) sts. Next Row: K1, purl to last st, k1. Divide at Underarms (right side): K15 (16, 17) for right front, bind off 1 st, k30 (31, 32) for back, bind off 1 st, k15 (16, 17) for left front. k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; st(s) = stitch(es); * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 30
LW3806 Baby Swing Coat Left Front Row 1 (wrong side): K1, p14 (15, 16); place remaining sts on holder 15 (16, 17) sts. Row 2: Ssk, knit to end of row 14 (15, 16) sts. Row 3: K1, purl to end of row. Row 4: Knit to last 2 sts, k2tog 13 (14, 15) sts. Row 5: K1, purl to end of row. Rows 6 11: Repeat last 2 rows 3 more times 10 (11, 12) sts at the end of Row 11. Row 12: Knit. Row 13: K1, purl to end of row. Rows 14 17 (17, 19): Repeat last 2 rows 2 (2, 3) more times. Size 18 months only: Repeat Row 12. Bind off. Back Return the 30 (31, 32) back sts from holder to needle, ready to work a wrong side row. Row 1 (wrong side): Purl. Row 2: Ssk, knit to last 2 sts, k2tog 28 (29, 30) sts. Rows 3 17 (18, 19); Beginning with a wrong side (purl) row, work in Stockinette st for 15 (16, 17) rows. Bind off. Right Front Return the 15 (16, 17) right front sts from holder to needle, ready to work a wrong side row. Row 1 (wrong side): Purl to last st, k1. Row 2: Knit to last 2 sts, k2tog 14 (15, 16) sts. Row 3: Purl to last st, k1. Row 4: Ssk, knit to end of row 13 (14, 15) sts. Row 5: Purl to last st, k1. Rows 6 11: Repeat last 2 rows 3 more times 10 (11, 12) sts at the end of Row 11. Row 12: Knit. Row 13: Purl to last st, k1. Rows 14 17 (17, 19): Repeat last 2 rows 2 (2, 3) more times. Size 18 months only: Repeat Row 12. Bind off. Sew shoulder seams. SLEEVES (work 2) Row 1 (right side): With right side facing, beginning and ending at underarm, pick up and k24 (26, 28) sts evenly spaced across armhole edge. Rows 2 10 (12, 14): Beginning with a wrong side row, work in Stockinette st for 9 (11, 13) rows. k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; st(s) = stitch(es); * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 31
LW3806 Baby Swing Coat Row 11 (13, 15): Ssk, knit to last 2 sts, k2tog 22 (24, 26) sts. Row 12 (14, 16): Purl. Rows 13 (15, 17) 18 (20, 22): Repeat last 2 rows 3 more times 16 (18, 20) sts. Rows 19 (21, 23) 23 (25, 27): Knit 5 rows. Bind off. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing sleeve seam. FINISHING Sew sleeve seams. Button Loop With right side facing and crochet hook, join yarn with slip st in corner of right neck, chain 5, slip st in front edge about 1 (2.5 cm) below joining slip st. Fasten off. Sew button to left front, opposite button loop. Weave in ends. k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; st(s) = stitch(es); * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 32
LW4066 Baby Lace Cardigan Intermediate 33
LW4066 Baby Lace Cardigan This comfy raglan- style sweater features a pretty pattern of knitted lace on each front. The neutral grey blends fashionably with all the colors in baby s wardrobe. Designed by Julie Hines MATERIALS NEEDED: RED HEART Soft Baby Steps : 2 (2, 2, 2) balls 9401 Elephant Susan Bates Knitting Needles: 4.5 mm [US 7] and 5 mm [US 8] Stitch markers, six ¾» (19 mm) buttons, yarn needle GAUGE: 17 sts = 4 (10 cm); 23 rows = 4 (10 cm), in Stockinette st (knit on right side, purl on wrong side) CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the gauge. RED HEART Soft Baby Steps, Art. E746 available in solid color 5 oz (141 g), 256 yd (234 m); prints 4 oz (113 g), 204 yd (187 m) balls 12 (12½ 13½ 14) (30.5 (32, 34.5, 35.5) cm) 1 (2.5 cm) 11 (11½, 12½, 13) (28 (29, 32, 33) cm) 11½ (12¼, 12¾, 13¾) (29 (31, 32.5, 35) cm) 5½ (6, 6¼, 6¾) (14 (15, 16, 17) cm) BACK 11 (12, 13, 14) (28 (30.5, 33, 35.5) cm) 2 (5 cm) LEFT FRONT 6¾ (7¼, 7¾, 8¼) (17 (18.5, 18.5, 21) cm) 7¾ (8¾, 9¾, 10½) (19.5, 22, 25, 26.5) cm) LEFT SLEEVE 6¼ (6¾, 7¼, 7¾) (16 (17, 18.5, 19.5) cm) 7¾ (8, 8½, 8¾) (19.5 (20.5, 21.5, 22) cm) 4¼ (4½, 5, 5¼) (11 (11.5, 12.5, 13.5) cm) 7¾ (8, 8½, 8¾) (19.5 (20.5, 21.5, 22) cm) 4¼ (4½, 5, 5¼) (11 (11.5, 12.5, 13.5) cm) 7¾ (8¼, 8½, 9) (19.5, 21, 21.5, 23) cm) 3¾ (4, 4¼, 4¾) (9.5 (10, 11, 12) cm) k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; p2tog = purl next 2 sts together; st(s) = stitch (es); yo = yarn over; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 34
LW4066 Baby Lace Cardigan Special Stitches M1 = Make 1 (Increase) Lift strand between needles to left-hand needle and knit strand through the back loop, twisting it to prevent a hole. s2k1p2 = Slip 2 stitches as if to k2tog, k1, pass the 2 slipped stitches over the knit stitch and off the needle 2 sts decreased. ssk = Slip next 2 stitches as if to knit to right needle, insert point of left needle through front of sts, knit these sts together through back loop. Pattern Stitches Seed Stitch (over an odd number of sts) Row 1: *K1, p1; repeat from * to end of row. Row 2: K the purl sts and p the knit sts as they appear. Repeat Row 2 for Seed st. Little Arrowhead Lace (worked over 5 sts) Row 1 (right side): Yo, ssk, k1, k2tog, yo. Row 2: Purl. Row 3: K1, yo, s2k1p2, yo, k1. Row 4: Purl. Repeat Rows 1 4 for Little Arrowhead Lace. Directions are for size 6-12 months. Changes for sizes 12-24 months (2-3 years, 3-5 years) are in parentheses To Fit Chest: 16-18 (18-20, 20-22, 22-24) (40.5-45.5 (45.5-51, 51-56, 56-61) cm) Finished Chest: 22 (24, 26, 28) (56 (61, 66, 71) cm) Finished Length: 12 (12½, 13½, 14) (30.5 (32, 34.5, 35.5) cm) k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; p2tog = purl next 2 sts together; st(s) = stitch (es); yo = yarn over; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 35
LW4066 Baby Lace Cardigan BACK With smaller needles, cast on 47 (51, 55, 59) sts. Work in Seed st for 8 rows. Change to larger needles. Work in Stockinette st (knit on right side, purl on wrong side) until piece measures 7¾ (8, 8½, 8¾) (19.5 (20.5, 21.5, 22) cm) from beginning; end with a wrong side row. Shape Raglan Armholes Row 1 (right side): Bind off 2 sts, knit to end of row 45 (49, 53, 57) sts. Row 2: Bind off 2 sts, purl to last 2 sts, k2 43 (47, 51, 55) sts. Row 3 (decrease row): P2, k2tog, knit to last 4 sts, ssk, p2 41 (45, 49, 53) sts. Row 4: K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2. Repeat last 2 rows 9 (10, 11, 12) more times 23 (25, 27, 29) sts. Work even in Stockinette st until armholes measure 4 1/4 (4½, 5, 5¼) (10.5 (11.5, 12.5, 13.5) cm); end with a wrong side row. Bind off. LEFT FRONT With smaller needles, cast on 29 (31, 33, 35) sts. Work in Seed st for 8 rows. Change to larger needles. Begin Lace Pattern Row 1 (right side): K15 (17, 19, 21), [p1, k1] twice, place marker, work Row 1 of Little Arrowhead Lace, place marker, k1, [p1, k1] twice. Row 2: K1, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work Row 2 of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, [k1, p1] twice, purl to end of row. Row 3: Knit to 4 sts before marker, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work Row 3 of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, k1, [p1, k1] twice. Row 4: K1, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work Row 4 of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, [k1, p1] twice, purl to end of row. Repeat last 4 rows until piece measures 7 3/4 (8, 8½, 8¾) (19.5 (20.5, 21.5, 22) cm) from beginning; end with a wrong side row. k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; p2tog = purl next 2 sts together; st(s) = stitch (es); yo = yarn over; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 36
LW4066 Baby Lace Cardigan Shape Raglan Armhole Row 1 (right side): Bind off 2 sts, knit to 4 sts before marker, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work next row of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, k1, [p1, k1] twice 27 (29, 31, 33) sts. Row 2: K1, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work next row of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, [k1, p1] twice, purl to last 2 sts, k2. Row 3 (decrease row): P2, k2tog, knit to 4 sts before marker, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work next row of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, k1, [p1, k1] twice 26 (28, 30, 32) sts. Repeat last 2 rows 7 (8, 9, 10) more times 19 (20, 21, 22) sts. Shape Neck Remove markers as you work the next row. Row 1 (wrong side): Bind off 7 (8, 8, 9) sts, purl to last 9 (10, 11, 12) sts, [k1, p1] twice, p3 (4, 5, 6), k2 12 (12, 13, 13) sts. Row 2 (right side): P2, k2tog, k1 (2, 3, 4), p1, k1, p1, k2 (1, 1, 0), k2tog 10 (10, 11, 11) sts. Row 3: P2 (1, 1, 2), [k1, p1] 2 (2, 2, 1) time(s), p2 (3, 4, 5), k2. Size 6-12 months only: Row 4 (right side): P2, k2tog, [p1, k1] twice, k2tog 8 sts. Row 5: P3, k1, p2, k2. Size 12-24 months only: Row 4 (right side): P2, k2tog, [k1, p1] twice, k2tog 8 sts. Row 5: P2, k1, p3, k2. Size 2-3 years only: Row 4 (right side): P2, k2tog, k2, p1, k1, p1, k2tog 9 sts. Row 5: P2, k1, p4, k2. Size 3-5 years only: Row 4 (right side): P2, k2tog, k3, p1, k1, k2tog 9 sts. Row 5: P1, k1, p5, k2. All Sizes: Work even in Stockinette st until armhole measures 4¼ (4½, 5, 5¼) (10.5 (11.5, 12.5, 13.5) cm); end with a wrong side row. Bind off. k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; p2tog = purl next 2 sts together; st(s) = stitch (es); yo = yarn over; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 37
LW4066 Baby Lace Cardigan RIGHT FRONT With smaller needles, cast on 29 (31, 33, 35) sts. Work in Seed st for 8 rows. Change to larger needles. Begin Lace Pattern Row 1 (buttonhole row right side): K1, yo, k2tog (buttonhole made), p1, k1, place marker, work Row 1 of Little Arrowhead Lace, place marker, [k1, p1] twice, knit to end of row. Row 2: Purl to 4 sts before marker, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work Row 2 of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, k1, [p1, k1] twice. Row 3: K1, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work Row 3 of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, [k1, p1] twice, knit to end of row. Row 4: Purl to 4 sts before marker, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work Row 4 of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, k1, [p1, k1] twice. As you continue to knit, keep a row count and work a buttonhole (as in Row 1) at the beginning of Row 11 (13, 13, 15), Row 23 (23, 25, 27), Row 33 (35, 37, 39), Row 45 (45, 49, 51) and Row 55 (57, 61, 63). Repeat last 4 rows until piece measures 7¾ (8, 8½, 8¾) (19.5 (20.5, 21.5, 22) cm) from beginning; end with a right side row. Shape Raglan Armhole Row 1 (wrong side): Bind off 2 sts, purl to 4 sts before marker, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work next row of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, k1, [p1, k1] twice 27 (29, 31, 33) sts. Row 2 (decrease row): K1, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work next row of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, [k1, p1] twice, knit to last 4 sts, ssk, p2 26 (28, 30, 32) sts. Row 3: K2, purl to 4 sts before marker, [p1, k1] twice, slip marker, work next row of Little Arrowhead Lace, slip marker, k1, [p1, k1] twice. Repeat last 2 rows 7 (8, 9, 10) more times 19 (20, 21, 22) sts. k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; p2tog = purl next 2 sts together; st(s) = stitch (es); yo = yarn over; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 38
LW4066 Baby Lace Cardigan Shape Neck Remove markers as you work the next row. Row 1 (right side): Bind off 7 (8, 8, 9) sts, knit to last 9 (10, 11, 12) sts, [k1, p1] twice, k3 (4, 5, 6), p2 12 (12, 13, 13) sts. Row 2 (wrong side): K2, p2tog through back loops, p2 (3, 4, 5), [k1, p1] 2 (1, 1, 1) time(s), k0 (1, 1, 0), p2tog through back loops 10 (10, 11, 11) sts. Row 3: K3 (2, 2, 1), [p1, k1] twice, k1 (2, 3, 4), p2. Size 6-12 months only: Row 4: K2, p2tog through back loops, [p1, k1] twice, p2tog through back loops 8 sts. Row 5: K2, [p1, k1] twice, p2. Size 12-24 months only: Row 4 (wrong side): K2, p2tog through back loops, p2, k1, p1, p2tog through back loops 8 sts. Row 5: [K1, p1] twice, k2, p2. Size 3-5 years only: Row 4 (wrong side): K2, p2tog through back loops, p4, k1, p2tog through back loops 9 sts. Row 5: K2, p1, k4, p2. All Sizes: Work even in Stockinette st until armhole measures 4¼ (4½, 5, 5¼) (10.5 (11.5, 12.5, 13.5) cm); end with a wrong side row. Bind off. LEFT SLEEVE With smaller needles, cast on 27 (29, 31, 33) sts. Work in Seed st for 8 rows. Change to larger needles. Beginning with a right side (knit) row, work in Stockinette st for 2 rows. Size 2-3 years only: Row 4 (wrong side): K2, p2tog through back loops, p3, k1, p1, p2tog through back loops 9 sts. Row 5: [K1, p1] twice, k3, p2. k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; p2tog = purl next 2 sts together; st(s) = stitch (es); yo = yarn over; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 39
LW4066 Baby Lace Cardigan Increase Row (right side): K1, M1, knit to last st, M1, k1 29 (31, 33, 35) sts. Work even in Stockinette st for 9 rows. Repeat last 10 rows 2 (3, 4, 5) more times 33 (37, 41, 45) sts. Work even in Stockinette st until piece measures 7¾ (8¼, 8½, 9) (19.5 (21, 21.5, 23) cm) from beginning; end with a wrong side row. Shape Raglan Edges Row 1 (right side): Bind off 2 sts, knit to end of row 31 (35, 39, 43) sts. Row 2: Bind off 2 sts, purl to end of row 29 (33, 37, 41) sts. Row 3 (decrease row): P2, k2tog, knit to last 5 sts, ssk, p2 27 (31, 35, 39) sts. Row 4: K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2. Repeat last 2 rows 8 (9, 10, 11) more times 11 (13, 15, 17) sts; end with a right side row. Shape Cap Row 1 (decrease wrong side): Bind off 5 (6, 7, 8) sts, purl to last 2 sts, k2 6 (7, 8, 9) sts. Row 2 (decrease right side): P2, k2tog, knit to end of row 5 (6, 7, 8) sts. Bind off. RIGHT SLEEVE Work same as Left Sleeve to Shape Cap; end with a wrong side row 11 (13, 15, 17) sts. Shape Cap Row 1 (decrease right side): Bind off 5 (6, 7, 8) sts, knit to last 2 sts, p2 6 (7, 8, 9) sts. Row 3 (decrease wrong side): K2, p2tog through back loops, purl to end of row 5 (6, 7, 8) sts. Bind off. FINISHING Block pieces to measurements shown on schematic. Weave in ends. Sew shoulder seams. Sew Left Front and Right Front raglan edges to front raglan edges of Sleeves. Sew Back raglan edges to back raglan edges of Sleeves. Sew side and sleeve seams. Sew buttons to left front band, opposite the buttonholes on right front. k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; p2tog = purl next 2 sts together; st(s) = stitch (es); yo = yarn over; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 40
LW4290 Double Chevron Beanie 41
LW4290 Double Chevron Beanie Keep your precious little one warm with this modern chevron beanie. It s great in any of the many colors of this easy-care yarn! Designed by Danyel Pink Materials Needed RED HEART Super Saver : 1 skein each of 4334 Buff Fleck A, 3950 Charcoal B, 4313 Aran Fleck C. Susan Bates Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] circular needle, 16 (40 cm) long, and 5mm [US 8] set of double pointed needles Stitch marker, yarn needle GAUGE: 17 sts = 4 (10 cm); 18 rows = 4 (10 cm) in Stockinette st worked in rounds (knit every round). CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the gauge. RED HEART Super Saver, Art. E300 available in solid color 7 oz (198 g), 364 yd (333 m); multicolor, heather and print 5 oz (141 g), 244 yd (223 m), flecks 5 oz (141g), 260 yds (238 m) skeins Finished Circumference: 17 (19) (43 (48.5) cm) Note: Hat will stretch to fit a range of sizes. Notes 1. Hat is worked in rounds beginning at lower edge. 2. Hat is worked on circular needle, changing to double pointed needles while shaping crown. 3. When changing color, do not cut old color until instructed. Carry colors not in use up wrong side (inside) of hat when next needed. 4. Color pattern can be worked by following written instructions or reading chart. Read all rows of chart from right to left. Directions are for Toddler size. Changes for Child size are in parentheses HAT With circular needle and A, cast on 72 (80) sts. Place marker for beginning of round. Prepare to work in rounds. Rounds 1 5: *K1, p1; repeat from * around. Round 6: Knit. ABBREVATIONS: A, B, and C = Color A, Color B, and Color C; k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; st(s) = stitch(es); * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 42
LW4290 Double Chevron Beanie Color Pattern Round 7: *With B, k1; with A, k3; repeat from * around. Round 8: *With B, k2; with A, k1; with B, k1; repeat from * around. Round 9: With B, knit. Round 10: *With C, k1; with B, k3; repeat from * around. Round 11: *With C, k2; with B, k1; with C, k1; repeat from * around. Cut B. Round 12: With C, knit. Round 13: *With A, k1; with C, k3; repeat from * around. Round 14: *With A, k2; with C, k1; with A, k1; repeat from * around. Cut C. Work remainder of hat with A only. Rounds 15-22 (26): Knit. Note: Piece should measure about 5 (6) (12.5 (15) cm) from beginning. Shape Crown Note: When stitches no longer fit comfortably on circular needle, change to double pointed needles. Round 1: *K6, k2tog; repeat from * around 63 (70) sts. Round 2: Knit. Round 3: *K5, k2tog; repeat from * around 54 (60) sts. Round 4: Knit. Round 5: *K4, k2tog; repeat from * around 45 (50) sts. Round 6: Knit. Round 7: *K3, k2tog; repeat from * around 36 (40) sts. Round 8: Knit. Round 9: *K2, k2tog; repeat from * around 27 (30) sts. Round 10: Knit. Round 11: *K1, k2tog; repeat from * around 18 (20) sts. Round 12: *K2tog; repeat from * around 9 (10) sts. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through remaining stitches and remove them from the needles. Pull to close opening at top of hat. Draw tail to wrong side and weave in very securely. FINISHING Weave in all ends. Block lightly, if desired. ABBREVATIONS: A, B, and C = Color A, Color B, and Color C; k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p = purl; st(s) = stitch(es); * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated. 43
LW3838 Cozy Toes Socks 44
LW3838 Cozy Toes Socks Keep baby s toes in comfort with lovingly made socks. These knit up quickly, so you can make them in a wardrobe of colors! Designed by Jodi Lewanda RED HEART Baby Clouds : 1 skein 9351 Tutti-frutti (m) Susan Bates Double-pointed needles: one set 6mm [US 10] Yarn needle, Stitch marker GAUGE: 11 sts = 4 [10 cm]; 14 rows = 4 [10 cm] in St st with larger needles. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the gauge. RED HEART Baby Clouds, Art. E710 available in solid color 6 oz (170 g), 140 yd (128m) and multicolor and swirl 4.5 oz (127 g), 105 yd (96 m) skeins Special Stitches K2tog = Knit 2 sts together. P2tog = Purl 2 sts together. SSK = Slip next 2 stitches, one at a time as if to knit, to right needle, insert point of left needle through front of sts, knit these sts together through back loop. WYIB =With yarn in back. WYIF = With yarn in front. Directions are for size 6 months SOCK (Make 2) Cuff Cast on 12 sts. Divide sts evenly around needles. Join to work in rounds, being careful not to twist sts. Place marker for beginning of round. Round 1: *K1, p1, repeat from * around. Repeat Round 1 until piece measures 1 [2.5 cm] from beginning. K = knit; K2tog = Knit two sts together; mm = millimeters; P = Purl; Ssk = slip, slip, knit; st(s) = stitch(es); St st = Stockinette stitch; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * or ** = repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated. 45
LW3838 Cozy Toes Socks Leg Next Row: Work in Stockinette st (knit every row) until leg measures 2½ [6 cm] from beginning. Divide sts around needles as follows: Needle 1: 3 sts. Needle 2: 6 sts. Needle 3: 3 sts. Heel Flap Knit across needles #1 and #2. Working on needle #2 only, and starting with a wrong side row: Row 1 (Wrong Side): Slip 1 wyif, p5. Row 2 (Right Side): *Slip 1 wyib, k5. Repeat Rows 1-2, 1 time more. Heel Continuing on needle #2 only. Row 1 (Wrong Side): Slip 1 wyif, p3, p2tog, turn. Row 2 (Right Side): Slip 1 wyib, k2, ssk, turn. Row 3: P2, p2tog, turn. Row 4: K1, ssk 2 sts remain. Do not turn. Gusset With right side facing, using needle #2, pick up and knit 4 sts along the edge of the Heel Flap. Using new needle, knit across needle #3 and needle #1 combining sts onto one needle. Using another needle, pick up and knit 4 sts along opposite side of Heel Flap, then knit across first st of heel. The two needles hold 5 sts each and third needle holds 6 sts 16 sts. The new beginning round is at the center of the heel (between the two needles that have 5 sts each). Work Heel Gusset decrease rounds as follows: Round 1: New Needle 1: Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. New Needle 2: Knit all sts. New Needle 3: K1, ssk, knit to end. Round 2: Knit all sts. Repeat Rounds 1-2 until 12 sts remain 3 sts. on needles #1 and #3, 6 sts on needle #2. Foot Work even until foot measures 2½ [6 cm] from picked up Gusset sts. K = knit; K2tog = Knit two sts together; mm = millimeters; P = Purl; Ssk = slip, slip, knit; st(s) = stitch(es); St st = Stockinette stitch; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * or ** = repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated. 46
LW3838 Cozy Toes Socks Shape Toe Round 1: Needle 1: K2tog, k1. Needle 2: K1, ssk, k2tog, k1. Needle 3: K 1, ssk. Round 2: K all sts. Round 3: Needle 1: K2tog. Needle 2: Ssk, k2tog. Needle 3: Ssk. Using needle #3, knit across needle #1 so that there are 2 needles, each with 2 sts. FINISHING Cut yarn leaving a 6 [15 cm] tail. Thread yarn needle with tail and pass through remaining sts. Pull yarn tightly and fasten off. Weave in ends and block lightly. K = knit; K2tog = Knit two sts together; mm = millimeters; P = Purl; Ssk = slip, slip, knit; st(s) = stitch(es); St st = Stockinette stitch; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * or ** = repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated. 47
LW3269 Candy Corn Cocoon & Cap 48
LW3269 Candy Corn Cocoon & Cap Just as sweet as candy, the smallest trick-or-treater can join the fun wearing this snuggly knit cocoon. Design by Cathy Payson. MATERIALS NEEDED: RED HEART Super Saver : 1 skein each of 324 Bright Yellow A, 0254 Pumpkin B and 316 Soft White C. Susan Bates Straight Knitting Needles: 5.5 mm [US 9]. Yarn needle. GAUGE: 14 sts = 4 (10 cm), 21 rows = 4 (10 cm) in Stockinette Stitch. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the gauge. RED HEART Super Saver, Art. E300 available in solid color 7 oz (198 g), 364 yd (333 m); multicolor, heather, and print 5 oz (141 g), 244 yd (223 m), flecks 5 oz (141 g), 260 yds (238 m) skeins. Finished Size Cocoon: 24 (61 cm) circumference x 19 (48.5 cm) long Hat: 15 (38 cm) circumference x 9¼ (23.5 cm) long COCOON Body (Make 2) With A, cast on 42 sts. Row 1 (Right side): Knit across. Row 2: Purl across. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for pattern until Body measures approximately 8 (21 cm) from cast on edge. Cut A. With B, Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for pattern until Body measures approximately 18 (46 cm) from cast on edge. Last Row: (K1, P1) across. Repeat Last row for pattern until Body measures approximately 19 (49 cm) from cast on edge. Bind off all sts in pattern, leaving a long end for sewing. CAP RIBBING With C, cast on 56 sts. Row 1 (Right side): (K1, P1) across. Repeat Row 1 for Ribbing until piece measures approximately 1 (2.5 cm) from cast on edge, ending by working a wrong side row. ABBREVIATIONS K = knit; mm = millimeter; P = purl; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together; ( ) = work instructions in parentheses as indicated. 49
LW3269 Candy Corn Cocoon & Cap Body Row 1 (Right side): Knit across. Row 2: Purl across. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for pattern until Body measures approximately 3½ (9 cm) from cast on edge, ending by working a wrong side row. CROWN SHAPING Row 1 (Right side): K1, (K7, K2 tog) across to last st, K1: 50 sts. Row 2: Purl across. Row 3: Knit across. Row 4: Purl across. Row 5: K1, (K6, K2 tog) across to last st, K1: 44 sts. Rows 6 8: Repeat Rows 2 4. Row 9: K1, (K5, K2 tog) across to last st, K1: 38 sts. Rows 10 12: Repeat Rows 2 4. Row 13: K1, (K4, K2 tog) across to last st, K1: 32 sts. Rows 14 16: Repeat Rows 2 4. Row 17: K1, (K3, K2 tog) across to last st, K1: 26 sts. Rows 18 20: Repeat Rows 2 4. Row 21: K1, (K2, K2 tog) across to last st, K1: 20 sts. Rows 22 24: Repeat Rows 2 4. Row 25: K1, (K2 tog, K1) across to last st, k1: 14 sts. Rows 26 28: Repeat Rows 2 4. Row 29: K1, K2 tog across to last st, K1: 8 sts. Cut yarn, leaving a 15 (38 cm) end for sewing. Thread yarn needle with the end and weave through remaining stitches, draw up firmly; fasten securely. With right sides together, weave seam. FINISHING Thread a yarn needle with the long end. With wrong sides of two Body pieces together, sew seam 4 (10 cm) down from top edge, around bottom and other side to 4 (10 cm) below top edge. Leaving a 3 (8 cm) arm opening on each side, sew remaining 1 (3 cm). ABBREVIATIONS K = knit; mm = millimeter; P = purl; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together; ( ) = work instructions in parentheses as indicated. 50