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.
July 28, 2019
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.
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.
July 21, 2019
Knitted Doll Dress -Free Knitting Pattern
A new ball gown for Barbie: pattern for intermediate knitters. I used white DK weight yarn and a piece of pink fabric for an underskirt and a waistband. Came out quite fancy!
July 8, 2019
Knit a Sweater Tunic - Beginner Level
A new knit that looks and feels so good!
An easy-to-knit sweater tunic in double moss stitch and stockinette. Two identical rectangular pieces for the front and the back allow for some waist shaping thanks to the reverse stockinette at the outer edges of the middle section.
No neck shaping is necessary as the tunic has a boat neck feature.
The gauge is 12 sts in 4''/10 cm with #9 (5.5mm) needles, so this top can be finished quickly. You can find the free knitting pattern for this garment on
An easy-to-knit sweater tunic in double moss stitch and stockinette. Two identical rectangular pieces for the front and the back allow for some waist shaping thanks to the reverse stockinette at the outer edges of the middle section.
No neck shaping is necessary as the tunic has a boat neck feature.
The gauge is 12 sts in 4''/10 cm with #9 (5.5mm) needles, so this top can be finished quickly. You can find the free knitting pattern for this garment on
July 1, 2019
Knit Leaf Stitch Vest
I published a new free knitting pattern for advanced knitters on redbasketknitting.com.
This double leaf pattern took a lot of attention while I was working, but the outcome was worth it!
June 28, 2019
Purl & Knit Stitch for Sweater - Easy Knitting!
What I love about knit-and-purl stitches:
They are easy and endlessly variable. You can play with their unlimited combinations and applications.
Here is one of them good for cardigans and sweaters:
Row 1 (right side): purl across.
They are easy and endlessly variable. You can play with their unlimited combinations and applications.
Here is one of them good for cardigans and sweaters:
Multiple: 6+3 stitches.
Row 1 (right side): purl across.
Row 2 (wrong side): knit across.
Row 3: p4, k1,
*p5, k1, repeat from *, end p4.
Row 4: repeat stitches as seen (knit over knitted stitches and purl over purled stitches).
Row 5: p3,
*k3, p3, repeat from * to end.
Row 6: as row 4.
Next rows: repeat rows 1-6 as many times as you need.
June 18, 2019
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:
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:
You are welcome to check it out and post comments!
June 9, 2019
Leaves Pattern Knitting Stitch
I am finishing a women's vest using the below leaves pattern.
I will publish a free knitting pattern as soon as it is finished.
This pattern is for advanced knitters as it takes a lot of your attention and knitting skills.
BUT the result is quite nice and rewarding!
Double Leaf Knitting Pattern
Cast on 14 sts (for pattern) + margin sts.
Row 1: p6, k2, p6.
Row 2: rep sts as seen.Row 3: p4, p2tog, yo, bc, yo, p2tog, p4.
Row 4: k5, p4, k5.
Row 5: p3, p2tog, yo, k1, yo, bc, yo, k1, yo, p2tog, p3.
Row 6: k4, p8, k4.
Row 7: p2, p2tog, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, bc, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, p2tog, p2.
Row 8: k3, p5, m1, p2, m1, p5, k3.
Row 9: p1, p2tog, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2, p1, bc, p1, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2, p2tog, p1.
Row 10: k2, p7, rli, k1, p2, k1, lli, p7, k2.
Row 11: p2tog, k3, yo, k1, yo, k3, p2, bc, p2, k3, yo, k1, yo, k3, p2tog.
Row 12: k1, p9, rli, k2, p2, k2, lli, p9, k1.
Row 13: p1, ssk, k5, k2tog, p3, bc, p3, ssk, k5, k2tog, p1.
Row 14: k1, p7, rli, k3, p2, k3, lli, p7, k1.
Row 15: p1, ssk, k3, k2tog, p4, bc, p4, ssk, k3, k2tog, p1.
Row 16: k1, p5, k4, p2, k4, p5, k1.
Row 17: p1, ssk, k1, k2tog, p4, bc, p4, ssk, k1, k2tog, p1.
Row 18: k1, p3, k4, p2, k4, p3, k1.
Row 19: p1, k3tog, p4, bc, p4, k3tog, p1.
Row 20: k6, p2, k6.
Abbreviations
k – knit
p – purl
yo - yarn over
bc – back cross (with 2 sts on left needle: holding 1st st on left needle, knit 2nd st, then knit 1st st)
k2tog - knit two sts together
ssk - slip, slip, knit (slip st, slip next st, knit 2 slipped sts together)
June 7, 2019
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.
June 1, 2019
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.
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.
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
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.
Lace stitch is both decorative and “hugs” your figure.
GAUGE
20 sts/26 rows = 4" in stockinette
SIZE
S/M, L/XL
20 sts/26 rows = 4" in stockinette
SIZE
S/M, L/XL
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
Women's Knitted Tunic - Top-Down, One-Piece Raglan Top, Yoke
This cotton sleeveless top is knitted in one piece from the top down.
No purling needed! A garter yoke with yarn-over increases has a low V-neckline.
Most of the lower body is worked in stockinette.
A garter hem gives the piece a nice touch.
No purling needed! A garter yoke with yarn-over increases has a low V-neckline.
Most of the lower body is worked in stockinette.
A garter hem gives the piece a nice touch.
Sizes: Women's Small [Medium Large, Extra Large]
Level of skills: Beginner, intermediate
Gauge:
16 sts/24 rows = 4"/10 cm in stockinette stitch
16 sts/28 rows = 4"/10 cm in garter stitch
April 29, 2019
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.
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...
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