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    Lucky Beanie-Knitting Pattern

    How about a little luck? Today I’m going to show you how to make an adorable yet simple Leprechaun belt beanie in teen/small adult size. St. Patrick’s Day has always been a big holiday in our house. My second daughter was born 8 days after and she loves everything green and clovers (even now at age 10!). We’ve got blankets, stuffed animals, sunglasses, shirts, you name it. It’s also been a fairly common request over the years I’ve been on Etsy to make people a hat they can wear for…

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    Winter Stars Cowl- Knitting Pattern

    When the weather turns cold, the first accessory I reach for is a warm and cozy cowl. A cowl that can be pulled up over my ears and keep me toasty when the wind howls. Working in fair isle with chunky yarn is a great way to strengthen the warmth of a project. The floats on the inside add a second layer of fabric to your garment. The extra layer of fabric helps keep wind out and heat in, which is very much needed if you live in a cold…

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    This Year.. Knit Rug- Knitting Pattern

    Materials Takumi Bamboo Knitting Needles Circular 36″ No. 19 (15.00mm)- Art No 3016/36-19 Stitch markers Super bulky yarn held double stranded 2 high contrast colors  Main Color – 280 yards Contrast Color – 125 yards Amounts include tassels and duplicate stitching Tapestry needle Optional – Trimmable rug pad or fabric for the backing Gauge 4″ = 6 sts x 9 rows on 19 mm (US 35) needles with 2 strands of super bulky yarn held double in stockinette Terms St(s) – Stitch(es) Co – Cast on K – Knit P…

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    Christmas Stocking- Knitting Pattern

    Hi Makers! Hannah here from @bearsdenessentials. We are excited to bring you a festive pattern perfect for knitting up this holiday season. It’s dog-tested, and kid approved! The Bears Den Essentials Christmas Stocking pattern uses Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick yarn in two colors, Cranberry and Fisherman, and it celebrates the beautiful colors of the Christmas season. Knit from the cuff to the toe in the round, the heel of the stocking is constructed using the Wrap + Turn Short Rows method. An I-cord is used to create a…

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    The Bitterroot Sagebrush Beanie- Knitting Pattern

    The Bitterroot Sagebrush Beanie Hi Makers! Hannah here, the designer, knitwear blogger, and maker behind Bears Den Essentials (@bearsdenessentials). Fall, my favorite time of year, is arriving quickly, which means it’s time to start knitting up projects for the cooler temps. Living in Montana, our falls are incredibly short, but the vibrant colors and textures of the Northern Rockies pack a punch. This project uses lacework to celebrate two fixtures of the Ruby Valley which I call home: sagebrush and bitterroot.    Inspired by the state flower of Montana and…