Sheep Afghan

I finally finished the sheep afghan for my mom. It took me one year to muster up the attention span to get it done. I love it, and so does she. Now I want one for myself!

My Favorite Projects from April

I finished these both back in April, and forgot to blog about them- and a lot of other smaller projects, but I just want to mention these.

I made the Intolerable Cruelty skirt out of South West Trading Company Bamboo. I LOVE it so much! Super Sexy!



I also made the Lelah Top out of Austermann Caprice. While the shirt has neat color and sheen, it's a little to itchy. The top is a tube top and I added the racer-back straps to it.

A Flock of My Own

My new tattoo!

New Pattern- Smocking Cap

Smocking Cap

SIZE
Child [Women/Teen, Men]

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Head Circumference- 18 [20, 22] inches
Note: all sizes are very stretchy

MATERIALS

1 set US #8/5mm double-point needles
1 16-inch US #8/5mm circular needle

Notions required:
Tapestry needle
2 stitch markers

Shown in the following 2 color combinations:
[MC] Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Worsted [Wool, Mohair; 190yd/174m per 113g skein]; color: M-08 Color Name: Wild Oak; 1 skein
[CC] Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Worsted [Wool, Mohair; 190yd/174m per 113g skein]; color: M-124 Color Name: Persian Peacock; 1 skein

[MC] Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Worsted [Wool, Mohair; 190yd/174m per 113g skein]; color: M-80 Color Name: Blue Blood Red; 1 skein
[CC] Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Worsted [Wool, Mohair; 190yd/174m per 113g skein]; color: M-01 Color Name: Sandy Heather; 1 skein

GAUGE
18 sts/24 rows = 4" in stockinette stitch

PATTERN
Hat

In MC CO 80 [88,96] sts. PM and join stitches at the beginning of Round 1 making sure not to twist.

Round 1-3: Work in k2, p2 ribbing to end.
Round 4: Attach CC to inside of hat. (Insert needle between the 6th and 7th sts and draw through a loop in CC. Sl loop onto LH needles and k2tog with 1st st on LH needle using MC. Continue to work with MC- k1, p2, k2, p2)- Repeat to end.
Round 5-7: Work in k2, p2 ribbing to end.
Round 8: Sl the first 4 sts and pm (Insert needle between the 6th and 7th sts and draw through a loop in CC. Sl loop onto LH needles and k2tog with 1st st on LH needle using MC. Continue to work with MC- k1, p2, k2, p2)- Repeat to end. On the last repetition include the four sts between the markers. Remove the second marker (the one added to mark the 4 slipped sts) and use the original marker to indicate the beginning of the round.

Repeat Rounds 1-8 2[3, 3] more times. On the last round slip the 4 slipped sts back onto the LH needle after completing the round.

Decreasing Rounds:
Round 1: (k2tog, p2,k2,p2) to end. 70(77,84)sts left
Round 2: (k1,p2,k2,p2) to end.
Round 3: (k1,p2,k2tog,p2) to end. 60(66,72)sts left
Round 4: (Insert needle between the 4th and 5th sts and draw through a loop in CC. Sl loop onto LH needles and k2tog with 1st st on LH needle using MC. Continue to work with MC- p2, k1, p2)- Repeat to end.
Round 5: (k1,p2tog,k1,p2) to end. 50(55,60)sts left
Round 6: (k1,p1,k1,p2) to end.
Round 7: (k1,p1,k1,p2tog) to end. 40(44,48)sts left
Round 8: Sl the first 2 sts and pm (Insert needle between the 3rd and 4th sts and draw through a loop in CC. Sl loop onto LH needles and k2tog with 1st st on LH needle using MC. Continue to work with MC- p1, k1, p1)- Repeat to end. On the last repetition include the 2 sts between the markers. Remove the second marker (the one added to mark the 2 slipped sts) and use the original marker to indicate the beginning of the round. Slip the 2 slipped sts back onto the LH needle after completing the round.
Round 9: (k2tog,k1,p1) to end. 30(33,36)sts left
Round 10: (k2,p1) to end.
Round 11: (k2tog, p1) to end. 20(22,24)sts left
Round 12: k1,p1 to end.
Round 13: k2tog to end. 10(11,12)sts left
Round 14: k2tog to end. Women/teen will have 1 extra st, k this st.- 5(6,6)sts left

FINISHING
Break yarn and thread through remaining sts. Tie off and weave in ends.

New Pattern- Mossy

SIZE
Child [Women/Teen, Men]

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Head Circumference- 18 [20, 22] inches
Note: all sizes allow some wiggle room, they are somewhat stretchy

MATERIALS
Shown in the following 2 color variations:
[MC] Cascade Yarns Cash Vero [Microfiber/Cashmere/Merino; 98yd/90m per 50g skein]; Color: 012 Color Name: Rose, 1 skein
[CC] Plymouth Yarn Tweed [wool; 109yd/100m per 50g skein]; Color: 5320 Color Name: Dark Plum, 1 skein

[MC] Cascade Yarns Cash Vero [Microfiber/Cashmere/Merino; 98yd/90m per 50g skein]; Color: 029 Color Name: Charcoal, 1 skein
[CC] Plymouth Yarn Tweed [wool; 109yd/100m per 50g skein]; Color: 5277 Color Name: Wood Bark, 1 skein

1 set(s) US 10/6mm double-point needles
16-inch US #10/6mm circular needle

Notions required:
Stitch Marker
Tapestry Needle

GAUGE
14 sts/18 rows = 4" in moss stitch (see Rounds 1-4 of pattern)

PATTERN NOTES
The Cash Vero has less yardage than the Tweed so you will need to use your gauge swatch yarn to ensure you have enough to finish the hat for the men’s size. If you are worried that you won’t have enough you may want to pick up an extra skein just in case.

PATTERN

Holding strands of you MC and CC together CO 54[60,66]sts. You will work with both yarns together for the entire hat.

PM and begin round one to join round, being careful not to twist the stitches.
Round 1: k1,p1 to end.
Round 2: k1,p1 to end.
Round 3: p1,k1 to end.
Round 4: p1 k1 to end.

Work these 4 rounds for 4.5[5.5,6.5] inches. End on a Round 4 for child and men’s sizes and on Round 2 for women’s.

Decreasing:

Men Only:
Next Round: [(k1,p1) for 18 sts, k2tog, p2tog] 3 times. -60 sts remain.
Next Round: (k1,p1) to end.

Men and Women Only:
Next Round: [(p1,k1) for 16 sts, p2tog,k2tog] 3 times. -54 sts remain.
Next Round: (p1,k1) to end.

All Sizes:
Next Round: [(k1,p1) for 14 sts, k2tog, p2tog] 3 times. -48 sts remain.
Next Round: (k1,p1) to end.
Next Round: [(p1,k1) for 12 sts, p2tog,k2tog] 3 times. -36 sts remain.
Next Round: (p1,k1) to end.
Next Round: [(k1,p1) for 10 sts, k2tog, p2tog] 3 times. -30 sts remain.
Next Round: (k1,p1) to end.
Next Round: [(p1,k1) for 8 sts, p2tog,k2tog] 3 times. -24 sts remain.
Next Round: (p1,k1) to end.
Next Round: [(k1,p1) for 6 sts, k2tog, p2tog] 3 times. -18 sts remain.
Next Round: (k1,p1) to end.
Next Round: (p2tog, k2tog) to end. -9 sts remain.
Next Round: (k2tog, p2tog) to last sts, p. -5 sts remain.


FINISHING
Break yarn and thread through remaining sts. Tie off and weave in ends.

Spiderweb Brassiere

Spiderweb Brassiere
Size: S/M, L/XL

To Fit Bra Cup Size: A/B, C/D

Gauge: Doesn’t really apply

Supplies:
Size 5 double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle
Stitch holders or scrap yarn
Lion Brand Microspun [acrylic, 168 yards
(154 meters) per 70g] 1 skein in black
Optional: 6 silver hoops or rings from a craft
store, ribbon, thread and needle

Directions:
CO 5 sts. Arrange over 3 dpns. Be careful not to twist your sts.
Round 1: (k1, yo) around- 10 sts
Round 2: k
Round 3: (k1, yo) around- 20 sts
Round 4: k
Round 5: (k1,yo,k1)around- 30 sts
K 4(6) rounds
Next Round 12: (k1, drop 2 sts off the needle, CO 6) around- 70 sts
K 3 rounds
Next Round: In the next round there are instructions to “K3”. This includes the st that had just been knit before it, in order to BO the correct amount. You do not need to reknit that st. K2 (place these sts on a sts holder or scrap yarn), BO 20 sts very loosely, K3 (place these sts on a sts holder or scrap yarn), BO 21 sts very loosely, K3 (place these sts on a sts holder or scrap yarn), BO 20 sts very loosely. Put the 2 sts on the st holder back onto the needle with the one live stitch.


There are 2 strap options:

Option 1: Measure your own body and knit straps as follows:
Strap 1: Around the neck strap- measure from the top of the bra around to the middle of the back of your neck. Add 6-8” to that number so there is room for the tie. Work that many inches in I-cord with the 3 live stitches on your needle. At the end k3tog. Break yarn and weave in ends.

Strap 2: The middle of the bra (L of one cup and R of other cup). Measure the inside of the cup to the center of your bust. Add 6-8” to that number so there is room for a tie. If the cups will touch each other, leaving no room for ties, seam the 2 cups together using 3 needle bind off. Otherwise, k the desired length of i-cord. At the end k3tog. Break yarn and weave in ends. Repeat on the other cup.

Strap 3: Around the back straps (R of one cup and L of other cup). Measure from the outside edge of the cup around to the center of your back. Add 6-8” to that number so there is room for the tie. Work this many inches in i-cord with the 3 live stitches on your needle. At the end k3tog. Break yarn and weave in ends. Repeat on the other cup.

Option 2: Use Ribbon for straps:
Place each set of 3 “live” sts on a silver ring that you can purchase at a craft store and attach ribbon to each using thread and needle, measuring for the straps like you do in option 1.

Finishing:
Weave in the ends and stretch out the spiderwebs.

Candy Corn Pasties

These are perfect, and just in time for Halloween! The pattern is really long, because each size had to be written out separately, so check Ravelry for the pdf or email Bohoknitterchic@yahoo.com to request the pdf.

Ladybug Pasties

Be as sweet and innocent as a ladybug with these pasties that will be sure to bring luck to anyone who wears them.

Size in inches (circle diameter, measure of entire nipple):
S(M,L,XL)
1.5 (2, 2.5, 3)

Yarn: Patons Brilliant (166 yds/152 meters in 50 grams) in 4942 Radiant Red
and 4940 Black Dazzle or other black scrap yarn that is the right gauge.

Needles: US Size 5 straight needles

Other notions: embroidery needle
and craft wire for antenna

Gauge: 24 sts in 4” in stockinette stitch


Buy the pattern on Ravelry or my Etsy Shop.

Basic Inside Out Pasties

Basic Inside Out Pasties
This pattern is easy to customize and most yarns can be used.

Yarn: Light fingering to worsted weight
Needles: a set of double pointed needles required for the yarn are
using. If you bind off tightly you may want a needle that is two sizes
larger than the one you are using nearby.

Gauge: Doesn’t really matter.
Terminology: 

ktbl- knit stitch through the back loop. You will be doing this when you come to a yo stitch. This will twist it so that there is no (or little) hole.

You can purchase the pattern for $2 on Ravelry at or my Etsy Shop.

I am a horrible blogger

And I blame Ravelry. I spend so much time there chatting and updating my project pages that I have completely ignored my blog. I'm going to try to change this, although I can't promise anything.

Here are a few projects I have completed this year:

A twisted spiral neckscarf from "One Skein Wonders" using some fun yarn my husband got me for Christmas called Feza Iplik Cyprus Mohair.



I made a Jackall and Hyde mask for my brother to look like V from V for Vendetta using Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Chunky:



My favorite, and most used project ever is my Counterpane Carpet bag from the book "Handknit Holidays". I used Noro Kureyon.



Ok, that's enough for now. I'll update more projects soon...

Burlesque Fan Pasties

This pattern is inspired by all the gorgeous women who perform modern day burlesque. Right now I think you have to be a member of Ravelry to get a copy of the pattern using the "Buy Now" link below, but I'm not sure. I hope that the Buy Now link works.

Burlesque Fan Pasties

Size: The size can vary depending on whether or not you add feathers to your pasties. This size chart is based on the diameter of the nipple (whatever you want covered) in inches being completely covered by the knit part alone (and not any of the feathers).

Size S (1.5), M (2), L (2.5), XL (3)

Measurements: Again, varies depending on
embellishments used. These measurements are
of the knitted part at the widest points in inches.
Size: S M L XL
Height: 2.25 2.5 3 3.5
Width: 3 3.5 4 4.5

Yarn: Patons Brilliant
(166 yds/152m in 50g Nylon/Acrylic/Polyester)
Pattern shown in color Red 4942

Needle: Straight 5’s

Gauge: 24 sts in 4” stockinette stitch

Other Supplies: Embroidery needle, fabric
glue, feathers.


You can purchase the pattern on Ravelry:

Or at my Etsy Shop.

I've got a Cafe Press Store!

So I've started my Cafe Press store (finally!). There isn't much on there now, but hopefully if I get enough feedback on it I will upgrade to pro and get more products in my store. Check it out and be sure to let me know what you think and what type of products you would like to see there!

Bohemian Knitter Chic

My Yarn Tattoo's Are Complete!

I got the star yarn ball tattooed on the back of my ankle last Friday. My knitting tattoos are complete!

Shoot for the Stars Pasties

Shoot for the Stars Pasties

Size: S, (M, L)

Measurements (Diameter measured at main “body” of star, not from point to point) in Inches:
1.75, 2.25, 2.75

Gauge: 6 sts per inch in stockinette stitch

Supplies:
Cascade 220 Wool (100g, 220yards/201 meters, 100% Peruvian Highland Wool)
Size 5 Double Pointed Needles
Stitch marker
Embroidery Needle


This pattern is now for sale on Ravlery



If you aren't on ravlery, you can also purchase the pattern at my etsy shop.

Starfish Pasties

Starfish Pasties

Size: S, (M, L)

Measurements (Diameter measured at main “body”
of star, not from point to point) in Inches:
1.5, 2, 2.5

Gauge: sts per inch in stockinette stitch

Supplies:
Berroco Idol (87 yards/80 meters per 50g ball, Cotton/Nylon/Polyester)
Size 8 double pointed needles
Stitch marker
Embroidery Needle


This pattern is now for sale on Ravelry.


If you aren't on raverly, you can also purchase the pattern at my Etsy Shop.

Knitter Forever

Looky what I did last night:





Trying to knit while getting tattooed. It worked just long enough to get the picture.