Ripple Pattern Beanie Hat

I released a new knitting pattern for a two-color hat in the stockinette stitch.
I used a wool/acrylic blend. Does not it look nice and cute with this Fair-Isle knit stripe?

Women's Sleeveless Vest, Leaf Stitch - Knitting Pattern

I published a knitting tutorial for this light vest.
This top looks and feels so nice and is perfect for my trans-seasonal wardrobe!
This lace leaf stitch reminds of walnut tree leaves and walnuts themselves. The yoke combines the garter and leaf stitches. I like the way how the neckline overlap came out too.

Quick Summer Knits

A couple of my quick summer projects: cotton tops knitted freehand. 
These ones are so fast to make! I used medium-weight and DK cotton.

Double Leaf Stitch Lace Pattern - Easy!

Cast on 16 sts + margin sts (margin sts are not included into this pattern)

Row 1 (right side): yo, k3, ssk, p6, k2tog, k3, yo.

Row 2 (wrong side): p5, k6, p5.

Row 3: k1, yo, k3, ssk, p4, k2tog, k3, yo, k1.

Row 4: p6, k4, p6.

Row 5: k2, yo, k3, ssk, p2, k2tog, k3, yo, k2.

Row 6: p7, k2, p7.

Row 7: k3, yo, k3, ssk, k2tog, k3, yo, k3.

Row 8: p across.
Next rows: repeat rows 1-8 as many times as you need.

New Free Knitting Pattern: Cotton Raglan Top-Down

I published a new pattern for this short-sleeved cotton top knitted in the round.
I used DK weight cotton yarn and needles in 2 sizes: 4 mm and 4.5 mm. The edging is a combination of 2 stitches: garter and lace. The eyelets along the raglan lines look like slashes (kind of). I love this color, too: very cheerful!

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Sleeveless Vest - Free Knitting Pattern (Beginners)

I published a new tutorial for easy beginner knitting: a women's wool vest.
This basic sleeveless top feels so nice and comfortable! It took just a few days to finish it. I like the way the triangle edge came out.
You do not need a lot of yarn for this design. The pattern is good for many sizes ranging from XS to plus sizes (1XL to 4XL).

You are welcome to check out this pattern and download its PDF:

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Bottom-Up Cardigan in Textured Stitch

This drop-shoulder cardigan is knitted in textured stitch from the bottom up. 
No armhole shaping is necessary as the back and front are rectangles. 
A turn-down collar in double moss stitch is an extra stylish detail. 
This knit can be made buttoned or buttonless at you choice.

You can find this free knitting pattern here:

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Vest Easy to Knit for Beginners - Free Knitting Pattern

I just finished my new project that took just a few days from start to finish.

The vest is knitted in the simple garter stitch and I am pleased with its look and feel.
I made it out of soft medium-weight cotton yarn, but this design is good for other kinds of the same weight yarn too (wool or acrylic).
I published this new knitting pattern for this easy women's vest on my website:

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You are welcome to check it out and post comments!

How to Weave Yarn in Fair Isle, Two-Color Patterns

Weaving yarn 

Use this helpful method to work large pattern repeats, patterns requiring 3 or more colors or when yarn has to be carried over more than 5 stitches.

Free Knitting Pattern - Summer Lace Cami Top

A camisole knitted in two pieces from the top down.
Yarn-over increases in combination with stitch decreases create a nice laced chevron stitch version. Vertical eyelet lines will make you look slimmer.
A contrasting crocheted trim accentuates and brightens a light primary color.

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Size: Small [Medium, Large, Extra Large, 2 Extra Large, 3 Extra Large]

Level of Skills: Intermediate

Gauge:
16 sts in stockinette /22 rows = 4"/10 cm
18 sts in chevron stitch /22 rows = 4"/10 cm

Check out Tutorial and download PDF

Bamboo Cotton Lace Top Womens - Leaf Stitch - S/M, L/XL

A summer cotton top knitted in one piece from the down to top in the round.
Lace stitch is both decorative and “hugs” your figure.

GAUGE 
20 sts/26 rows = 4" in stockinette

SIZE
S/M, L/XL

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Lace Summer Top - Women's S, M, L

This open summer cotton tank is knitted in one piece from the bottom up in the round with matching straps held by buttons. A ripple lace stitch imitates waves and will compliment your figure. No extra trimming needed as edges are integrated into this knit. No seams either! You will just have to sew buttons attaching the straps to each other.

Level of skills: intermediate

Stitches: knit, purl; yo and stitch increases; ssk and k2tog decreases; selvage

SIZE

Women's S [M, L]

GAUGE

16 sts = 4"/10 cm in stockinette stitch

20 sts = 4"/10 cm in ripple lace stitch

Check out Tutorial and download PDF

Detailed Review: Bamboo Cotton Yarn From China

This is a review of Tencel Bamcoo Cotton Yarn made in China by Erdos Tongxinyuan Textiles Co.

I tried my best to give an accurate description and tips based on my firsthand experience. 

You are welcome to read the article on redbasketknitting.com

5 Effective Ways to Get Free Yarn - Article

In my article published on redbasketknitting.com you can find a few tips how to find free yarn, needles, and other accessories and supplies for crocheting and knitting...

Baby Hat - Free Knitting Pattern, Video

A delightful do-it-yourself project for knitters: how to knit a cute ribbed beanie for babies that are 3 to 6 months old.

MEASUREMENTS Circumference 15" (38 cm), height 7.5" (19 cm) Good for babies 3-6 months old YARN Soft wool/acrylic, medium weight, about 1 once (30 g) Gauge ~4 sts/5 rows = 1" (2.5 cm)
NEEDLES Size 7 US (4.5 mm)

Multiple: 4

BABY BEANIE KNITTING PATTERN

Cast on 62 stitches (15*4+2 selvage stitches).

Set up row: knit 1, purl 2, *knit 2, purl 2; repeat from *, end knit 1.

Row 1 (right side): purl 1, knit 2, move 2 sts back to left, loop (around and between moved sts), knit 2 tog, * purl 2, knit 2, move 2 sts back to left, loop, knit 2 tog; repeat from *, end purl 1.

Row 2 (wrong side): knit 1, purl 2, *knit 2, purl 2; repeat from *, end knit 1.

Rows 3-25 (about 5.25" up or 3/4 of hat height): 

Repeat rows 1 & 2: row 1 for each right side row, row 2 for each wrong side row.

Row 26: knit 1, *purl 2, knit 2 together; repeat from *, end knit 1.

Row 27: purl 1, * knit 2, move 2 sts back to left, loop, knit 2 tog, purl 1; repeat from * to end. 

Row 28: knit 1, * purl 2, knit 1; repeat from * to end.

Row 29: purl 1, * knit 2 together, purl 1; repeat from * to end.

Row 30: knit 1, * purl 1, knit 1; repeat from * to end.

Row 31: knit 3 together, * knit 2 together; repeat from * to end (make sure not to twist stitches).

Row 32: all purls.     

Rows 33-37: stockinette stitch (green yarn): knit right side rows and purl wrong side rows.

Cut off the green yarn end (leave about 8" long) and draw it through the top row stitches.

Tighten it up and make a knot.

Join the side edges (with yarn of respective color)**.

Make a little braid at the top.

The hat is done!

**Seam sides may come out a bit short: this can be fixed adding a few extra stitches at the bottom with a crochet hook 

How to Knit a Fancy Purse, Phone Case, Cosmetic Bag, Gift Pouch (Knitting Pattern, Video)

Free knitting and crochet patterns:

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This do it yourself holiday knitting project shows how to make a knitted purse (phone case, cosmetic bag, etc). Easy enough for beginners!

Description and Knitting Pattern

The purse has 2 halves knitted separately Each half width: 7" (8-8.5" if stretched) Each half height: 5" Yarn: medium weight acrylic (approx 1 ounce) Needles: US size 6 or 7 (4 or 4.5 mm) Gauge: 4 sts/5 rows = 1"
Multiple: 5+3

Step by Step Knitting Pattern

How to Knit a Bobble Ribbed Hat - Free Knitting Pattern with Video

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DESCRIPTION

Size M/L
Width 20" (51 cm)
Will fit heads 19-23" (49-58cm)
Height 9" (23 cm)
Worsted wool about 2.5 onces (70 g)
Needles US size 6-7 (4-5 mm)
Gauge: ~4 sts/5 rows = 1" (2.5 cm)

This hat includes 4 parts knitted one after the other:

1) brim part, 

2) bottom part, 

3) middle part, and 

4) top (decrease) part 

Multiple: 2 (+1)

THE WAY I MAKE IT

Cast on 85 stitches

1) BRIM PART

The brim has 16 rows (~ 3" / 7.5cm)

Row 1 (right side) and next 7 right side rows: 

purl 1, *loop 1 around next stitch, knit 1, purl 1, repeat from* to end

Row 2 (wrong side) and next 7 wrong side rows: 

knit 1, *purl 1 (loop & stitch together), knit 1; repeat from * to end

2) BOTTOM PART (~ 3" / 7.5cm)

Basic 1x1 rib stitch (purls & knits) next 21 rows 

Switch the front side to the reverse 

3) MIDDLE PART (~ 4" /10 cm)

Every other right side row of the middle part (rows 38, 42, 46, 50, 54): 

*loop 1 around next stitch, knit 1, purl 1, repeat from * , 

end loop 1 around next stitch, knit 1

Next wrong side row: *purl 1 (loop & stitch together), knit 1, 

repeat from * , end purl 1 (loop & stitch together)

Basic 1x1 rib stitch otherwise (knits and purls)

Start decreasing the top after reaching up about 9.5-10" (24-25 cm) from the beginning row

4) TOP PART (~ 2" / 5 cm)

a) Right side row 1 of the top part: *knit 2 stitches together, 

repeat from* to end (make sure to avoid twisted stitches)

Next rows: stockinette stitch up another inch (2.5 cm)

(knits on right side rows, purls on wrong side rows)

b) Repeat the above a) section

c) Next right side row: *knit 2 stitches together, repeat from * to end

Finalize with purls on next wrong side row

Close up the top stitches and make a seam.

The hat is ready to go!

Fancy Lace Rib Stitch Knitting Pattern - Ripple/Chevron

This post shows how to knit ripple laced rib stitching to make ladies', men's, kids' sweaters, hats, beanies, as well as accessories: purses, bags, phone cases, etc.

How to Knit an Easy Baby Blanket /Rug | Free Knitting Pattern

Do it yourself project: a baby blanket/rug (easy for beginners).
To knit this blanket, I used acrylic yarn and circular needles.

Handmade knitted winter beanie hats