Showing posts with label Knitting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Knitting. Show all posts

Autumnal Socks

 


I tried a new sock knitting pattern for this pair.  I can't find a link to the pattern download, it was by Reiga and I assume it was a free download form somewhere that I neglected to keep a note of.  

I found the pattern more difficult to follow than the one I usually use and the socks came out baggier with a heel that seems a little awkward and "sticky out".

I'll be going back to my usual vintage Patons knitting pattern.  

But that yarn, now that's just gorgeous!!  I love the intricate self patterning design.  It was lovely to see it grow beneath my fingers.

Shout out to the lovely lady at Whitby Crafts https://www.facebook.com/WhitbyCrafts who helped me pick it out and colour match the solid contrasting yarn.

The yarns are Funny Feetz in Colour FZ01- https://www.jamescbrett.co.uk/yarn/funny-feetz
And Truly Wool Rich 4 Ply by Cygnet Yarns - https://www.cygnetyarns.com/truly-wool-rich-4-ply

I'm really happy with both yarns so far.

Winter Wine Jumper

 


Knitted in size XL - far too big!!!

Himalaya Everyday Ekose 241-06
Himalaya Ceylan DK 80950

Started 23-10-2020
Finished before 31-12-2020

Cast off hem too tightly.

Anti piling yarn is fabulous, well worth the money.  The colours are great but I wish I'd have made more of the plaid self patterning yarn.  The shaping in the sweater breaks the pattern.  

I may rip out and knit into something else.

The plain DK yarn is cheap and cheerful. bobbling terribly.  Don't buy again.

Santa's Britches!! [Free Dishcloth Knitting Pattern]



Hello!!! Thank you so much for stopping at Simply Crafting today! I'm so happy you're here!

If you're interested in making your own handmade cards then you're in the right place. Keep on reading and you will find everything you need to colour and make this card as well as all my best tips and tricks to make it a fun and enjoyable hobby.

If you're interested in making your own handmade crafts then you're in the right place. Keep on reading and you will find everything you need to craft this project as well as all my best tips and tricks to make it a fun and enjoyable hobby.

If you're interested in sewing your own clothes then you're in the right place. Keep on reading and you will find everything you need to complete this sewing project as well as all my best tips and tricks to make it a fun and enjoyable hobby.


Where to Buy Handmade Crafts

If you prefer to buy ready made take a look at my NuMonday shop. I sell a range of unique handmade cards and children's clothing that's designed to last.


Making Your Own Handmade Cards

Making your own handmade cards is a fun and relaxing (if addictive!!) hobby that will allow you to make truely personalised greetings cards for your familly and friends. You don't need any fancy equipment or materials to get started. Don't get me wrong you'll want ALL THE THINGS but you can start enjoying cardmaking without spending much. I love impressing my loved ones with unique handmade cards that really show them how much I care.

Sewing Your Own Clothes

Sewing your own clothes is a fun and relaxing (if addictive!!) hobby that will allow you to craft a wardrobe that's as unquie as you are. With a few basic techniques under your belt and some clever tricks up your sleeves you can create beautful clothes that you'll be proud to wear. Keep on reading for tips and techniques that will help you to master this hugely rewarding skill.

Making Your Own Handmade Crafts

Making your own handmade crafts is a fun and relaxing (if addictive!!) hobby that will allow you to make truely personalised gifts for your familly and friends. You don't need any fancy equipment or materials to get started. Don't get me wrong you'll want ALL THE THINGS but you can start enjoying crafting without spending much. I love impressing my loved ones with unique handmade gifts that really show them how much I care.


Craft Supplies You’ll Need

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Buy Handmade Item

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Craft Supplies You’ll Need to Make Your Own Item

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Dishcloth Knickers - Free Knitting Pattern


A fun and functional cute gift idea that’s super easy to knit yourself.

Buy Handmade Dishcloth Britches

If you're in a hurry and need last minute gift these dishcloths are available to buy through my NuMonday shop along with many of my handmade crafts.

How to Knit Your Own Dishcloth Britches

If you'd like to make your own hand knitted dish cloths then you're in luck, I'm giving away my pattern completely free of charge. 
The knitting pattern is perfect of beginners.  It uses only knit and pearl stitches to create the lovely bumpy texture.
This is quite a small knitting project so it’s ideal for using up leftover bits of yarn. 
I keep mine in my bag ready for anytime I have to wait around anywhere.  It’s such a small project I can tuck the ball into my pocket and knit stood in line on the school run.  It’s amazing how those few minutes here, there and everywhere can add up to a whole dishcloth.
Scroll down for the free knitting pattern.

The Poem

The little note included with these dishcloth knickers reads:

Now don't get excited
And don't be misled
These aren't for you
But for the dishes instead

Just pull on the bows
Take out the stitches
You've gained two dishcloths
Instead of your britches.


What's So Great about Hand Knitted Dishcloths Anyway?

Not just great for a laugh, hand knitted dishcloths are far superior to their machine made modern equivalents.  The extra thick bumpy, lumpy texture is perfect for scrubbing tough stains from your pans.

In The Bathroom

They are also fantastic in the bathroom, gently exfoliating even the most sensitive skin.  Use them to wrap an expensive soap for a beautifully presented gift.


Sophisticated Home Decor

These dish rags will make the perfect accent for any kitchen be it modern or traditional.  There'll be no need to hide these away when guests arrive.  Although I totally admit to leaving a set of mine tied together because they make me smile every time I see them.

The Perfect Gift

Such a delightfully simple luxury makes a perfect housewarming gift, particularly with its hilarious presentation.  What better way to show someone how much you care about them than a little luxury they'll appreciate every single day.

Great for the Environment

Instead of the short lived modern equivalents these dishcloths will last years and years.  And I really do mean it, mine are just over 10 years old and still going strong.  They have been re-used thousands of times making them exceptionally Eco-friendly.

Completely hand knitted from durable 100% cotton yarn.

Each dishcloth measures a generous 8" / 20 cm square.

How to Care for Your Knitted Dishcloths

These dish cloths are super easy to care for, just pop them in the washing machine along with your normal washing.  They'll survive a boil wash if you wish but modern washing machines do a great job of cleaning most fabrics at much lower temperatures making it easy to save energy.  They'll be quite happy in your dryer too although I usually don't bother drying mine, they generally get used damp so I figure why bother drying them, I just pop them next to my sink ready to grab the next time one of my kids spills - so three seconds after they come out of the wash.  They're super quick to air dry if your household isn't in a messy season of life.

Buy Handmade Dishcloth Britches

If you're in a hurry and need last minute gift these dishcloths are available to buy through my NuMonday shop along with many of my handmade crafts.


Free Knitting Pattern

If you'd like to make your own hand knitted dish cloths then you're in luck, I'm giving away my pattern completely free of charge.

Happy dishcloth knitting!!

Supplies You’ll Need


Picture of Dishcloth Cotton - WhitePicture of Creativ - Knitting Needles - 4mm
Use 4mm needles and 100% cotton DK weight yarn
You can really customise the look of your Dishcloth Britches with your choice of ribbon.  We have a huge range to choose from at Simply Crafting.

Cast on 40 stitches
Knit the first two rows

Then knit in pattern as follows:

K2, (K2 P2) x 9, K2
K2, (K2 P2) x 9, K2
K2, (P2, K2) x 9, K2
K2, (P2, K2) x 9, K2

Until length measures almost the same as the width.

Knit the last two rows.

Cast off in knit.

How to Assemble Your Knitted Dishcloth Britches

Fold each dishcloth in half, length ways and place them side by side so that the edges meet.  Weave a ribbon through the top of them both tying a bow in the centre.  Weave ribbon around the bottom of each "leg" and tie.  Use a little leftover yarn to attach the two cloths together in the middle with a little bow.

The Poem

If you'd like to include the little card and poem you can download this image and print it out.



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