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In search of the perfect pattern for a knitted present? Look no further, thanks to this mini-reference of year-round gift ideas. Here are 50 inspired projects for all occasions, from New Year's and Valentine's Day to Easter, Mother's and Father's Days, graduation, Hanukkah, and Christmas. With home decorating items, toys, personal accessories, and garments—each featuring special holiday and seasonal touches—there's something for everyone!
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50 Knitted Gifts for Year-Round Giving presents inspired projects for every occasion, fromNew Year’s and Valentine’s Day to Easter, Mother’s and Father’s Days, summer, back-to-school,Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas. With home decor items, personalaccessories, and garments—each featuring special holiday and seasonal touches—you’ll findthe perfect pattern for every knitted present.
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DESIGNS FOR EVERY SEASONAND OCCASION FEATURING
UNIVERSAL YARNDELUXE WORSTED
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ABOUT UNIVERSAL YARN
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Universal Yarn is a distributor ofhigh-quality knitting yarn rangingfrom everyday basics to fantasy textures, in a widerange of weights and fibers. Universal Yarn DeluxeWorsted, part of a larger Deluxe Collection of wools,is available in an impressive array of nearly 200traditional and fashion-forward solid, natural,heather, variegated, and self-patterning colors,which work up beautifuly into textured, felted, andcolorwork projects to make and wear.
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Looking for just the right gift to knit butcan’t find just the right project?
50 Knitted Gifts for Year-Round Giving offersdozens of beautiful holiday-themedand seasonally inspired presents for
everyone on your list.
Ring in the New Year: Make that bottleof bubbly for your party host extra-special with
a Champagne Toast Wine Cozy
Knit a Piece of Your Heart:Create matching Happy Couple Cup Snuggies
for you and your sweetheart
Celebrate Spring: Make a yummyChocolate Bunny Hat for your favorite little one
Summer Fun: The outdoor lovercan dine alfresco anywhere with the
Sunny Day Picnic Blanket
Spooky Cute: Dare to scare with thesuper-cool Spiderweb Boot Toppers
Happy Holidays: Create a stunningChristmas centerpiece with the beautifully
cabled Decorative Gift Boxes
With patterns in a range of skill levels fromeasy to more challenging and a focus onsmaller projects that are great for last-minutegifts, every knitter is sure to find theperfect present for every occasion
throughout the year!
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Father’s Day Multicolor Scarf 62
Grandpa’s Eyeglass Case 64
Outdoorsman Socks 66
Dad’s Golf Club Covers 69
Party Time Cupcakes 74
Summer Seaside Pillows 76
Star Spangled Bunting 80
Sunny Day Picnic Blanket 82
Back-to-School Pencil Case 84
Campus Cool Cabled Hat 86
Felted Fall Backpack 89
Dorm Room Throw 92
School Spirit Convertible Mittens 94
Felted Trick-or-Treat Bag 98
Ghoulish Ghost Hat 101
Spiderweb Boot Toppers 104
Black Cat Brooch 108
Thanksgiving Throw 110
Autumn Leaves Scarf 112
Harvest Market Bag 115
Windy Day Appliqué Scarf 118
Acorn Placecards 120
Felted Casserole Carrier 122
ContentsPreface 7
New Year’s Eve Necklace 8
Champagne Toast Wine Cozy 10
Midnight Kiss Capelet 12
Auld Lang Syne Mitts 15
Happy Couple Cup Snuggies 18
Valentine’s Hot Water Bottle Cozy 20
Sweetheart Lacy Cowl 22
St. Patrick’s Day Beret 24
St. Patrick’s Day Necktie 28
Emerald Isle Lap Blanket 31
Easter Egg Toppers 34
Sunday in Spring Tea Cozy 36
Chocolate Bunny Hat 40
Passover Yarmulkes 43
Mother’s Day Ruffled Scarf 46
Mom’s Cozy Slipper Socks 50
Bouquet Shawl 52
Lovely Lacy Clutch 56
Sweet and Slouchy Hat 58
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Hanukkah Hat 126
Argyle Mitten Garland 128
Nordic Winter Gloves 130
Fair Isle Christmas Stocking 133
Holiday Stranded Wreath 136
Snowlady Hat 139
Christmas Tree Skirt 142
Decorative Gift Boxes 145
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Abbreviations • KnittingNeedles 150
Glossary • Skill Levels •A Note About the Charts 151
Useful Techniques 152
About the Yarns 156
Knitted GiftsPlanning Guide 157
Contributing Designers 158
Index 159
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NOTES1) The capelet is worked from the bottomup in 2 contrasting colors. Do not cut yarnbetween color changes, but twist the 2strands at the beg of every RS row to carrythe unused yarn up the side. Decreases areworked in the garter st rows transitioningfrom swag to scallop sections.2) The last st of every row is slpurlwise wyif.
STITCH GLOSSARYE (edge st) Sl last st of rowpurlwise wyif.MS Insert right needle under 2 loosestrands of CC, into next MC st, and knitall 3 tog.
SCALLOP PATTERN(multiple of 11 sts plus 2)Row 1 (RS) K1 tbl, *k2tog, k2, [kf&b]twice, k3, k2tog tbl; rep from * to last st, E.Row 2 K1 tbl, purl to last st, E.Rep rows 1 and 2 twice more forscallop pat.
MOSAIC SWAG PATTERN(multiple of 6 sts plus 7)Row 1 (RS) With MC, k1 tbl, knit tolast st, E.Row 2 (WS) K1 tbl, p to last st, E.Change to CC.Row 3 K1 tbl, p4, *sl3 wyif, p3; rep from* to last 2 sts, p1, E.Row 4 K1 tbl, k4, *sl3 wyib, k3; repfrom * to last 2 sts, k1, E. Change to MC.Row 5 Rep row 1.
Complement a shoulder-baring gown on New Year’s Eve with a fancy and
feminine capelet, featuring a uniquely beautiful scalloped color pattern.
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Midnight Kiss Capelet
SIZEOne size (adult)
KNITTED MEASUREMENTSHeight approx 16"/42cmNeck edge approx 26"/66cmBottom edge approx 60"/152.5cm
MATERIALS� 2 3½oz/100g skeins (each approx220yd/201m) Universal Yarn DeluxeWorsted (100% wool) in #12291 petitpink (MC)
� 1 skein in #12172 dark crystal (CC)
� Size 7 (4.5mm) circular needle,32"/81cm long, OR SIZE TO OBTAINGAUGE
� Stitch markers
� 1 frog or clasp closure
GAUGES18 sts and 28 rows = 4"/10cm over patusing size 7 (4.5mm) needles.18 sts and 30 rows = 4"/10cm over St stusing size 7 (4.5mm) needles.TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGES.
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Row 6 Rep row 2.Row 7 K1 tbl, k5, *MS, k5; rep from * tolast st, E.Row 8 Rep row 2. Change to CC.Row 9 K1 tbl, p1, *sl3 wyif, p3; rep from* to last 5 sts, sl 3 wyif, p1, E.Row 10 K1 tbl, k1, *sl3 wyib, k3; repfrom * to last 5 sts, sl3 wyib, k1, E.Change to MC.Row 11 Rep row 1.Row 12 Rep row 2.Row 13 K1 tbl, k2, *MS, k5; rep from *to last 4 sts, MS, k2, E.Row 14 Rep row 2.Rep rows 3–14 for mosaic swag pat.
CAPELETWith CC, cast on 222 sts.Rows 1–3 K1 tbl, knit to last st, E.Switch to MC.Rows 4–5 Knit to last st, E.Work scallop pat for 6 rows.Next row K1 tbl, k110, kf&b, knit tolast st, E—223 sts.Next row K1 tbl, purl to last st, E.Change to CC.Beg mosaic swag pat, work rows 3–14 fourtimes for a total of 8 swag rows.Change to CC.Next row K1 tbl, knit to last st, E.Next row K1 tbl, k2tog, k2, (k2tog, k3)43 times, k2tog, E. Switch toMC—178 sts.Next 2 rows K1 tbl, knit to last st, E.Work scallop pat for 6 rows.
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STITCH GLOSSARY3-st RC Sl 2 sts to cn, hold to back, k1,k2 from cn.3-st LC Sl 1 st to cn, hold to front, k2, k1from cn.
SOCK (MAKE 2)With A, cast on 52 sts loosely. Divide stsevenly on 4 dpns. Join in the rnd, beingcareful not to twist, pm at beg of rnd.
CUFF
Rnd 1 K1, *p2, k2; repeat from *, endp2, k1. Cont in rib pat as established untilcuff measures 2½"/6.5cm from beg.
LEG
Next rnd (set-up rnd) K1, [p2, k2] 5times, p2, pm, k6, pm, [p2, k2] 5 times,p2, k1.Rnd 1 With B, work in established pat tofirst marker, sl marker, work 6 sts of cablechart, sl marker, work to end inestablished pat.Rnds 2–10 Cont working rib pat asestablished and working sts betweenmarkers according to cable chart, changingcolors as indicated.Rep rnds 1–10 five times more. Work rnds1–2 once more.
LEFT HEEL FLAP
With WS facing and A, p26 on needles3 and 4. Work back and forth over 26 stsas foll:Row 1 (RS) *Sl 1 wyib, k1; rep from *to end.
Whether he’s fishing, working in the yard, or just settling in on the porch with a
cup of coffee, these rugged striped socks will keep Dad’s feet warm and comfy.
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Outdoorsman Socks
SIZEMen’s shoe size 11
KNITTED MEASUREMENTSLeg circumference 6½"/16.5cmwith rib relaxedFoot circumference 9"/23cmwith rib relaxedLeg length 8½"/21.5cmFoot length 11"/28cmHeel height 2½"/6.5cm
MATERIALS� 1 3½oz/100g skein (approx270yd/247m) of Universal Yarn RenewWool (65% virgin wool/35% repurposedwool) each in #104 shale (A) and #111russet (B)
� One set (5) size 6 (4mm) double-pointed needles (dpns) OR SIZE TOOBTAIN GAUGE
� Cable needle (cn)
� Stitch markers
GAUGE24 sts and 32 rows = 4"/10cm over St stin the rnd using size 6 (4mm) needles.TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE.
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Row 2 Sl 1 wyib, p to end.Rep these 2 rows until 24 rows arecomplete. Heel flap should measure2½"/6.5cm.
RIGHT HEEL FLAP
With RS facing and A, work 26 sts onneedles 1 and 2 as foll:Row 1 (RS) *Sl 1 wyib, k1; rep from *to end.Row 2 Sl 1 wyib, p to end.Rep these 2 rows until 24 rows arecomplete. Heel flap should measure2½"/6.5cm.
TURN HEEL
Row 1 (RS) K14, ssk, k1. Turn.Row 2 (WS) Sl 1, p3, p2tog, p1. Turn.Row 3 Sl 1, k4, ssk, k1. Turn.Row 4 Sl 1, p5, p2tog, p1. Turn.Row 5 Sl 1, k6, ssk, k1. Turn.Row 6 Sl 1, p7, p2tog, p1. Turn.Row 7 Sl 1, k8, ssk, k1. Turn.Row 8 Sl 1, p9, p2tog, p1. Turn.Row 9 Sl 1, k10, ssk, k1. Turn.Row 10 Sl 1, p11, p2tog, p1. Turn.Row 11 Sl 1, k12, ssk. Turn.Row 12 Sl 1, p12, p2tog. Turn—14 sts.
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K2, P2 RIB(multiple of 4 sts plus 2)Row 1 *K2, p2, rep from * to last2 sts, k2.Row 2 *P2, k2, rep from * to last2 sts, p2.Rep rows 1 and 2 for k2, p2 rib.
2-STITCH BUTTONHOLEK2, slip first st over second, k1,slip previous st over third st.
WHISKEY PILLOW FRONTWith B, cast on 62 sts. Work 18 rowsin St st.Row 19 With B, k13; with A, k36;with B, k13.Work in St st as est for 16 rows more.Row 36 With B, k13; with A, k12;with C, k12; with A, k12; with B, k13.Work as est for 16 rows more.Row 53 With B, k13; with A, k36;with B, k13.Work as est for 16 rows more. Break Aand C. With B, work 18 rows in St st.Bind off on WS.
X-RAY PILLOW FRONTWith A, cast on 24 sts; with B, cast on 14sts; with A, cast on 24 sts. Work 34 rowsin St st as est. Break A. With B, work 19rows in St st.Row 54 With A, k24; with B, k14;with A, k24.Work in St st as est for 33 rows more.Bind off on WS.
Display these maritime code pillows on the porch for your Independence Day
gathering, or use them all year round as fun nautical-themed décor.
76
Summer Seaside Pillows
KNITTED MEASUREMENTSApprox 15"/38cm x 15.5"/39cm
MATERIALS� 7 3½oz/100g skeins (each approx220yd/200m) of Universal Yarn DeluxeWorsted (100% wool) in #12257 pulp (A)
� 2 skeins in #12276 twilight (B)
� 1 skein in #12295 red rose (C)
� Size 6 (4mm) circular needle,24"/60cm long, OR SIZE TOOBTAIN GAUGE
� 3 16" pillow forms (1 for each pillow)
� 9 1" diameter wooden buttons(3 for each pillow)
� Tapestry needle
� Sewing needle and thread
GAUGE16 sts and 22 rows = 4"/10cm over St stusing size 6 (4mm) needles.TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE.
NOTE The following yarn amounts areneeded for each pillow: for Whiskeypillow, 2 skeins A, 1 skein B, 1 skein C;for X-ray pillow, 3 skeins A, 1 skein B;for Victor pillow, 3 skeins A, 1 skein C.
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VICTOR PILLOW FRONTWork chart.
BACK TOP (for all three pillows)With A, cast on 62 sts. Work 28 rows in St st.
BUTTONHOLE BAND
Rows 1 and 2 Work in k2, p2 rib.Row 3 [K2, p2] 3 times, k2, work 2-stbuttonhole, k1, [p2, k2] 3 times, work 2-stbuttonhole, k1, [p2, k2] 3 times, sl 2 sts,k1, [p2, k2] 3 times.Row 4 [P2, k2] 3 times, p2, cast on2 sts, [p2, k2] 3 times, p2, cast on 2 sts,[p2, k2] 3 times, p2, cast on 2 sts, [p2, k2]3 times, p2.Row 5 [K2, p2] 3 times, k2, k2 tbl,[k2, p2] 3 times, k2, k2 tbl, [k2, p2]3 times, k2, k2 tbl, [k2, p2] 3 times, k2.Bind off in rib.
BACK BOTTOMWith A, cast on 62 sts. Work 54 rowsin St st.
BUTTON BAND
Work 5 rows in k2, p2 rib. Bind off in ribon WS.
FINISHINGWeave in ends. Block pieces. Usingmattress stitch, sew outside edges of frontto back bottom, then sew outside edges ofback top to front, so that ribbed bandoverlaps that of back bottom. Blockadditionally as desired. Sew on buttons. F
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2-st LPT Sl 1 st to cn, hold to front, p1,k1 from cn.3-st RPT Sl 2 sts to cn, hold to back, k1,p2 from cn.3-st LPT Sl 1 st to cn, hold to front, p2,k1 from cn.
NOTEThe spider can be lowered and raised,depending on which buttonhole is used.
K2, P2 RIB(over multiple of 4 sts)Rnd 1 *K2, p2; rep from * around.Rep rnd 1 for k2, p2 rib.
BOOT TOPPER (MAKE 2)With MC, cast on 80 sts. Join in thernd, being careful not to twist, pm forbeg of rnd.
CUFF
Rnds 1–3 Work in k2, p2 rib.Rnd 4 [K2, p2] 10 times, bind off 2stitches, p2, [k2, p2] 9 times.Rnd 5 [K2, p2] 10 times, cast on 2stitches, p2, [k2, p2] 9 times.Rnds 6–23 Work in k2, p2 rib.Rnd 24 Rep rnd 4.Rnd 25 Rep rnd 5.Rnds 26–30 Work in k2, p2 rib.Rnd 31 *K3, M1; rep from * to last 2 sts,k2—106 sts.
FOLDOVER SECTION
Rnds 32–76 P28, work chart, p28.Rnd 77 *K2, p1, p2tog; rep from * to
Need a spooky trick-or-treat accessory? These clever boot toppers feature an
embroidered web and a spider that can be adjusted to dangle long or short.
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Spiderweb Boot Toppers
KNITTED MEASUREMENTSLength approx 11"/28cmCircumference over ribbing, relaxedapprox 10"/25.5cmCircumference for top approx17"/43cm
MATERIALS� 2 3½oz/100g skeins (each approx220yd/201m) of Universal YarnDeluxe Worsted (100% wool) in#12256 tangerine flash (MC)
� 1 skein in #1900 ebony (CC)
� 1 set (5) each sizes 5 (3.75mm) and2 (2.75mm) double-pointed needles(dpns) OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
� Tapestry needle
� Cable needle (cn)
� Small amount of fiberfill stuffing
� 2 7⁄8"/2.2cm buttons
GAUGE22 sts and 30 rows = 4"/10cm over St stusing size 5 (3.75mm) needles.TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE.
STITCH GLOSSARY2-st RPT Sl 1 st to cn, hold to back,k1, p1 from cn.
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last 2 sts, k1, p1.Rnds 78–80 *K2, p2; rep from * to last2 sts, k1, p1.Rnd 81 Bind off in pattern.Weave in ends.
SPIDERWEB
Use CC and tapestry needle to create thespiderweb design. Using the knit sts as aguideline, use an embroidery backstitchto create the radial lines. Add the circularembroidery using the same backstitchtechnique.
SPIDERABDOMEN
With CC and smaller needles, cast on 8stitches. Join in the rnd, being careful notto twist. Pm at start of rnd.Rnd 1 Knit.Rnd 2 *K1, kfb; rep from * to end—12 sts.Rnd 3 Knit.Rnd 4 *Kfb, k1; rep from * toend—18 sts.Rnd 5 Knit.Rnd 6 *K1, kfb; rep from * to end—27 sts.Rnds 7–9 Knit.Rnd 8 *Ssk, k1; rep from * toend—18 sts.Rnd 9 Knit.Rnd 10 *K1, ssk; rep from * toend—12 sts.Rnd 11 Knit.Rnd 12 *K1, ssk; rep from * toend—8 sts.Rnd 13 Knit.Fill abdomen with fiberfill.
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DOUBLE MOSS STITCH(over odd number of stitches)Row 1 *K1, p1, rep from * to last st, k1.Row 2 *P1, k1, rep from * to last st, p1.Row 3 Rep row 2.Row 4 Rep row 1.Repeat rows 1–4 for double moss stitch.
NOTESkirt is knit in 7 double moss st sectionswith a garter st border on each end. Thefirst and last st in each moss section areworked in St st. Increases are worked afterthe first St st and before the last St st.
TREE SKIRTWith A, cast on 99 sts.Rows 1–3 Knit.Row 4 (set-up row) K6, pm, k11,[pm, k13] 5 times, pm, k11, pm, k6.Row 5 (RS) K6, [k1, work double mossrow 1 to 1 st bef m, k1] 7 times, k6.Row 6 (WS) K6, [p1, work doublemoss row 2 to 1 st bef m, p1] 7 times, k6.Row 7 K6, [k1, work double moss row 3to 1 st bef m, k1] 7 times, k6.Row 8 K6, [p1, work double moss row 4to 1 st bef m, p1] 7 times, k6.Rep rows 5–8 for body of skirt.Next (inc) row K6, [k1, m1, workdouble moss until 1 st from marker, m1,k1] 7 times, k6.Work increases every 2nd row beginningwith row 5 ten times; then every 3rd rowfor remainder.
Crocheted circles on a bright moss stitch background make this skirt such a
pretty addition to the tree, you won’t want to hide it with presents.
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Christmas Tree Skirt
KNITTED MEASUREMENTSOverall diameter approx 42"/107cmCenter diameter approx 7"/18cm
MATERIALS� 4 3½oz/100g skeins (each approx220yd/201m) of Universal YarnDeluxe Worsted (100% wool) in#12279 blue lagoon (A)
� 1 skein in #3691 Christmas red (B)
� 2 skeins in #61633 greenery (C)
� Size 8 (5mm) circular needle,40"/100cm long, OR SIZE TOOBTAIN GAUGE
� Size G/6 (4mm) crochet hook
� Stitch markers
� Tapestry needle
� 5 1"/2.5cm buttons
GAUGE18 stitches and 24 rows = 4"/10cm overdouble moss stitch using size 8 (5mm)needles.TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE.
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AT THE SAME TIME,work buttonholes as foll:On row 5 and every3½"/9cm after, make abuttonhole on first garter-stitch border:RS row K2, bind off 3 sts, k1.WS row K1, cast on 3 sts, k2.Cont as established until skirt measures17"/43cm from cast-on edge or desiredlength, ending with row 8. Knit one roweven. Break yarn. Change to B.
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Aabbreviations 150Acorn Placecards 120–121Argyle Mitten Garland 128–129Auld Lang Syne Mitts 15–17Autumn Leaves Scarf 112–114
BBack-to-School Pencil Case 84–85Black Cat Brooch 108–109Bouquet Shawl 52–55
Ccables 152Campus Cool Cabled Hat 86–88Champagne Toast Wine Cozy 10–11charts, note about 151Chocolate Bunny Hat 40–42Christmas Tree Skirt 142–144crocheted chain 154
DDad’s Golf Club Covers 69–73Decorative Gift Boxes 145–149designers, contributing 158Dorm Room Throw 92–93
EEaster Egg Toppers 34–35embroidery stitches 155Emerald Isle Lap Blanket 31–33
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FFair Isle Christmas Stocking 133–135Father’s Day Multicolor Scarf 62–63Felted Casserole Carrier 122–125Felted Fall Backpack 89–91Felted Trick-or-Treat Bag 98–100
GGhoulish Ghost Hat 101–103glossary 151Grandpa’s Eyeglass Case 64–65
HHanukkah Hat 126–127Happy Couple Cup Snuggies 18–19Harvest Market Bag 115–117Holiday Stranded Wreath 136–138
LLovely Lacy Clutch 56–57
MMidnight Kiss Capelet 12–14Mom’s Cozy Slipper Socks 50–51Mother’s Day Ruffled Scarf 46–49
Nneedle sizes, knitting 150New Year’s Eve Necklace 8–9Nordic Winter Gloves 130–132
OOutdoorsman Socks 66–68
PParty Time Cupcakes 74–75Passover Yarmulkes 43–45picking up stitches 154Planning Guide 157pompoms 155
SSchool Spirit Convertible Mittens 94–97skill levels 151Snowlady Hat 139–141Spiderweb Boot Toppers 104–107Star Spangled Bunting 80–81St. Patrick’s Day Beret 24–27St. Patrick’s Day Necktie 28–30Summer Seaside Pillows 76–79Sunday in Spring Tea Cozy 36–39Sunny Day Picnic Blanket 82–83Sweet and Slouchy Hat 58–59Sweetheart Lacy Cowl 22–23
Ttechniques 152–155Thanksgiving Throw 110–111
VValentine’s Hot Water Bottle Cozy 20–21
WWindy Day Appliqué Scarf 118–119
Yyarn information 156yarn overs 153
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50 Knitted Gifts for Year-Round Giving presents inspired projects for every occasion, fromNew Year’s and Valentine’s Day to Easter, Mother’s and Father’s Days, summer, back-to-school,Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas. With home decor items, personalaccessories, and garments—each featuring special holiday and seasonal touches—you’ll findthe perfect pattern for every knitted present.
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DESIGNS FOR EVERY SEASONAND OCCASION FEATURING
UNIVERSAL YARNDELUXE WORSTED
made especially
for you
ABOUT UNIVERSAL YARN
AND DELUXE WORSTED
Universal Yarn is a distributor ofhigh-quality knitting yarn rangingfrom everyday basics to fantasy textures, in a widerange of weights and fibers. Universal Yarn DeluxeWorsted, part of a larger Deluxe Collection of wools,is available in an impressive array of nearly 200traditional and fashion-forward solid, natural,heather, variegated, and self-patterning colors,which work up beautifuly into textured, felted, andcolorwork projects to make and wear.
Cover design by Diane LamphronFront cover photography by Marcus TullisBack cover photography by Jack Deutsch
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CRAFTS • KNITTING
50 Ways to Give the Gift of Knitting!
www.universalyarn.com
$19.95 US • $21.95 Canada
Looking for just the right gift to knit butcan’t find just the right project?
50 Knitted Gifts for Year-Round Giving offersdozens of beautiful holiday-themedand seasonally inspired presents for
everyone on your list.
Ring in the New Year: Make that bottleof bubbly for your party host extra-special with
a Champagne Toast Wine Cozy
Knit a Piece of Your Heart:Create matching Happy Couple Cup Snuggies
for you and your sweetheart
Celebrate Spring: Make a yummyChocolate Bunny Hat for your favorite little one
Summer Fun: The outdoor lovercan dine alfresco anywhere with the
Sunny Day Picnic Blanket
Spooky Cute: Dare to scare with thesuper-cool Spiderweb Boot Toppers
Happy Holidays: Create a stunningChristmas centerpiece with the beautifully
cabled Decorative Gift Boxes
With patterns in a range of skill levels fromeasy to more challenging and a focus onsmaller projects that are great for last-minutegifts, every knitter is sure to find theperfect present for every occasion
throughout the year!
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