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    Spring Flower Bralette- Knitting Pattern

      Hi! I’m Ruo, also known as freaky444yarn. Today I will be sharing a knitted halter bralette pattern. Cropped halter tops are perfect for a warm summer day. The crochet flower appliques give it extra special flair and the placement and amount of appliques is customizable. The pattern is made to measure so you will use your own measurements to create a top that fits you. Wool or wool-blend yarn is recommended because this top has negative ease, so it’s important to use a stretchy fiber yarn. Materials Clover Takumi…

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    Something Knitted, Something Blue Wedding Shawl- Knitting Pattern

      Greetings fellow crafters! Hannah here, the knitwear designer, blogger, and maker behind Bears Den Essentials (@bearsdenessentials) with some exciting updates on my end. I am happy to announce a brand new pattern that I will actually be wearing to my wedding in just under a week! I live in Montana, where it can snow up to twelve months out of the year, so having a February wedding where I’ll be outside meant figuring out some cute but functional layering options.    I’ve known since I was a little girl…

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    Be My Valentine Baggie- Knitting Pattern

    What could be better than receiving a baggie full of chocolates from someone you love? How about a baggie that you knit just for them full of chocolates?!   The Be My Valentine Baggie is a quick knit and the perfect little candy caddy for someone special in your life. Maybe your child’s teacher or a soccer coach? Or maybe you want to show your office co-workers how much you love working with them! Long after the chocolates are gone, this baggie will continue to remind them of your appreciation…

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    The Boho Messy Bun Headband- Beginner Knitting Pattern

    Happy New Year fellow crafters! Hannah here, the knitwear designer, blogger, and maker behind Bears Den Essentials (@bearsdenessentials) with an exciting chance to kick off 2023 by learning a new skill set! I am happy to announce a brand new pattern AND an accompanying series of video tutorials that will provide new (and experienced) knitters with all that they need to create a beautifully messy bun headband. These twisted headbands are wildly popular, and I thought this pattern would be a fun alternative to the typical beginner patterns of a…

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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…