FANTASY CACTI

Collection #1

The Fantasy Cacti Collection #1 features 4 different cacti. In addition to the featured cacti there is instruction for variations of the cacti plus embellishments for the cacti. These cacti are easy and fun to knit and encourage creativity. The cacti make unique home accessories and gifts.

SIZE: varies

MATERIALS: various yarns

NEEDLE SIZE: varies with yarn used.

$11.95

MITERED SQUARE AND "EASY T" PULLOVER
(2 PATTERNS)

These two garments have been Knitting Basket "favorites" for a long time. They are great patterns for those new to "patchwork" knitting as well as the experienced "patchwork" knitter.

SIZE: Mitered Square Patchwork Pullover W=44" L=21"
"Easy T" Patchwork Pullover W=42" L=22"
(Both patterns include instructions for size adjustments)

MATERIALS: Mitered Square Patchwork Pullover 12-50 gram skeins DK weight yarn (sample was knit in a cotton/rayon blend)
"Easy T" Patchwork Pullover 12-50 gram skeins
worsted weight yarn (sample was knit in cotton ribbon)

NEEDLE SIZE:
Mitered Square Patchwork Pullover #7 needles
"Easy T" Patchwork Pullover #8 needles

$11.95

SLIP STITCH COCOON JACKET
(Long & Short) + Options

The "COCOON" is a simple, loose fitting, knit in one piece, elegantly shaped jacket. The garment is knit side-to-side in one piece. The COCOON is comfortable to wear and is flattering on all figure types. Pattern includes stitch pattern options.

SIZE: One (instructions for making a custom size (longer/shorter, larger/smaller) pattern are included)

MATERIALS: Approximately 1200 yds of yarn in a combination of different colors and textures

NEEDLE SIZE: #11 needles

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BLENDED SEED STITCH JACKET, VEST (Elegant Sleeveless Wrap) & PONCHO (3 patterns)

Knit easy fitting, flattering garments using simple construction techniques. Use those "treasure" yarns, commonly referred to as "stash". These three designs are sure to be favorites that will be knit again and again.

SIZE: Blended Seed Stitch Jacket W=52" L=26"
Blended Seed Stitch Vest (Elegant Sleeveless Wrap) W=52" L=22"
Blended Seed Stitch Poncho One size (all easy to adjust sizing)

MATERIALS:
Jacket: approximately 1500 yds of DK and/or worsted weight yarn
Vest: approximately 1200 yds worsted weight yarn
Poncho: approximately 800 yds DK and/or worsted weight yarn

NEEDLE SIZE:
Jacket #8 needles
Vest: #8 needles
Poncho #9 needles

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CHILDREN'S PATCHWORK VESTS (2 patterns)

Gather up your favorite "brights" and knit these stunning patchwork vests. SERENDIPITY, a patchwork pullover vests consists of irregularly shaped squares and rectangles. The "open front" vest is knit using mitered squares. The bottom band on this garment is knit in a slip stitch rib. A decorative cord and seed stitch front band complete the vest.

SIZE: Serendipity Medium W=15 3/4" L=16" (approx. 5-7 years old)
Open Front Vest W=24" L= 12" (approx. 18-24 months)

MATERIALS: Serendipity 8-50 gram skeins DK weight yarn Open Front Vest 6-50 gram skeins DK weight yarn

NEEDLE SIZE: Both garments #6

$11.95

PATCHWORK PURSE COLLECTION #2
(2 patterns---patchwork triangles and shells)

The Triangle and Shell purse patterns were originally designed for a teaching aid for a Knitting Basket Workshop/Retreat in Mexico 2005. These are very good introductory patterns for "modular" knitting.

SIZE: Triangle Purse W=11 1/2" L=13"
Shell Purse W= 10" L=10"

MATERIALS: 6-50 gram skeins (6 colors) in DK weight yarn. The sample purses were knit in cotton blend yarns

NEEDLE SIZE: #5 needles

$11.95

PATCHWORK PURSE COLLECTION #3 "Medley of Miters" (3 patterns)

Learn new, simplified techniques for patchwork (modular) knitting. Comprehensive, detailed instructions are the hallmark of these patterns. Three patterns (designs) are included for your enjoyment.

SIZE: W=12 1/2" L=13"

MATERIALS: 6-50 gram skeins DK weight yarn. Samples were knit in cotton and cotton blend yarns

NEEDLE SIZE: #5 needles

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RHOMBUS VEST

The rhombus (an equilateral parallelogram) is the modular unit used in creating this unique vest. All units are knit individually and joined as you knit. Concise, easy to understand instructions make knitting this project a breeze.

SIZE: One W=42" L=21" (custom size instructions included)

MATERIALS: Approximately 1300 yds worsted weight yarn in a combination of complementary colors. The sample garment was knit using a superwash wool (TESSA)

NEEDLE SIZE: #7

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DIAMOND PULLOVER

Simple elegance describes this garment. The garment is knit using mitered squares set on point. All units are joined as you knit; hence minimizing finishing detail.

SIZE: One W=40" L=23" (instructions for custom sizing included)

MATERIALS: 15-50 gram skeins DK weight yarn in a combination of colors and textures. The sample garment was knit combining alpaca, poly ribbon and a textured, novelty blend yarns.

NEEDLE SIZE: #6

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MEDLEY OF MITERS PULLOVER

This figure flattering, modular knit garment is comprised of "4 in 1" mitered corners in a single square and 2 color square units. The pattern is designed to provide an intriguing and enjoyable challenge for the intermediate and advanced "patchwork" knitter.

SIZE: One W=42" L= 21" (custom sizing instructions included)

MATERIALS: 12-50 gram skeins DK weight yarn in different colors and textures, The sample garment was knit using a cotton/rayon blend and a poly ribbon.

NEEDLE SIZE: #5 or #6

$11.95

PATCHWORK PURSE (3 patterns)
(Collection 1)

This pattern is a great introduction to patchwork knitting. Knit three attractive purses while learning three Patchwork modulars; the triangle, the mitered square and the "U Turn" rectangle.

Purse Sizes: Approximately 8"x8"

Materials: Approximately 150 yds worsted weight yarn per purse. You can combine a variety of yarn colors and textures for truly unique creations

Needle Size: #5 circular

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INNOVATIVE PATCHWORK JACKET

Description: The inspiration for this jacket came from patchwork knitting guru, Horst Schulz. The jacket consists of three geometric shapes; a square, a rectangle (two squares) and an "L" shape (three squares). The units are knit individually and joined as you knit.

The original jacket was knit using a sport weight cotton/linen/silk blend yarn.

Size: S/M Width=44", Length=25"
M/L Width=53", Length=25"

Materials: 17-50 gram skeins cotton and/or synthetic yarns in a variety of colors and textures.

Needle Size: #6 and #7 circular (24")

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PATCHWORK TRIANGLES
(Scarf & Vest)

Instructions include two knitting projects using the triangle motif.

Description: Equilateral Triangle Scarf: The triangles are knit individually and joined as you knit.
Size: Scarf 7" x 60"

Materials: Scarf 6 skeins, 6 colors in sport weight wool or wool blend yarns
Needle Size: Scarf #6 or #7

Description: Equilateral Triangle Patchwork Vest: The triangles are knit individually and joined as you knit.
Size: Med Width=42", Length=20 1/2" (Custom size instructions included)

Materials: Vest 12 skeins (1200 yds) worsted weight yarn; 600 yds MC and 600 yds in 6 CC
Needle Size: Vest #6 & #7

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PATCHWORK SHELLS (2 patterns)
(Collection 1)

There are two options in this booklet. Knit a vest from the top down or an attractive short sleeve jacket from the bottom up.

Description: Vest: Shells are knit individually, but joined as you knit
Cardigan: Shells are knit individually, but joined as you knit. Back and sleeves of cardigan are a solid color in Stst

Size: Vest: M Width=42", Length=22"
(Custom size instructions included)
Cardigan: S/M Width=42", Length=20 1/2"
M/L Width= 48", Length=22 1/2"

Materials: Vest: 14-50 gram skeins (1400 yds) DK weight yarn in a variety of colors and textures
Cardigan: 1600 yds of DK weight in a variety of colors
and textures

Needle Size: Vest: #7 circular
Cardigan: #6 & #7 circular

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TUMBLING BLOCKS CARDIGAN

Discover how easy it is to knit patchwork tumbling blocks, a popular knitting motif, utilizing the easy patchwork method.

Description: Knitting this cardigan is a good way to use your "stash" yarns

Size: S/M Width=42", Length=23"
M/L Width=48", Length=23"

Materials: 19 skeins DK weight (9 skein MC, 1 skein each of 10 CC)

Needle Size: #6 circular and #5 DP

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PATCHWORK DOUBLESHELLS
(Undulations)

The unique modular unit used in this garment involves knitting two shells and joining them at their base. The sample was knit using sport weight and fingering weight yarns. Different weight yarns can be used successfully if integrated within a unit.

Description: The units (double shells) are knit individually and are joined by knitting them together

Size: M Width=40", Length=20" (Custom size instructions included)

Materials: Approximately 1300 yds in fingering and sport weight yarn

Needle Size: 2 sets #5 circular & #5 DP

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PATCHWORK BLOSSOMS

The "Blossoms N Baskets" vest is the outgrowth of the '99 Horst Schulz USA Workshop Tour. Many of the techniques in this pattern were presented in the workshop.

Description: All the units (blossoms and baskets) are knit individually and joined using a three needle bind off

Size: M Width=42", Length= 21 1/2" (Custom size instructions included)

Materials: 12 skeins (approximately 1200 yds) of assorted, complementary yarns in a variety of colors

Needle Size: #5 circular (24") and #5 DP

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PATCHWORK "U' TURN VEST

This easy and fast "U Turn" motif is fun and intriguing to knit. The motif
can be used in purses, pillows, quilts as well as the vest.

Description: All units "U TURNS" are knit individually and joined as you knit

Size: M Width=43", Length=23"
L Width= 48", Length=27"

Materials: 1500 yds worsted weight yarn (700 yds MC & 800 yds CC)

Needles Size: #8 circular, #8 DP

$11.95

PATCHWORK SHELLS (2 patterns)
(Collection 2)
There are two outstanding patterns in this collection. The Lace Patchwork Shell Shawl was knit using a novelty mohair blend for the MC and alpaca for the CC. The Lace Shell Patchwork Vest was knit using alpaca for the MC and novelty ribbons and "glitzy" yarns for the CC

Description: "Shells" are knit individually and joined as you knit

Size: Shawl 45" x 85"
Vest One Width=44", Length=22" (custom size instructions included)

Materials: Shawl 1200 yds sport weight yarn in a variety of colors and textures
Vest 700 yds sport weight yarn MC and 600 yds in 6 colors in novelty sport weight yarn

Needle Size: Shawl #10
Vest #7 circular

$11.95