Monday, March 28, 2005

Scarf

Knitted scarf


This is a scarf I am knitting for my former mother-in-law as a Christmas gift for 2005. The pattern has no name and no instructions since this is one my mother taught me when I learned to knit 41 years ago. I have been using variations of this for years to make scarves in all widths and lengths.

Knitted scarf


I am using Lion Brand Micro-Spun yarn in color number 98 - French Vanilla and US #5 needles. The gauge on the yarn calls for US #4 needles, but I'm not particularly worried about gauge on this project.

Instructions:

Cast on 70.

Knit 5 rows.

On the 6th row, knit 1, * wrap yarn 3 times around needle, knit 1. * Repeat to end.

On the 7th row, knit 1, * drop wrapped yarn, knit 1. * Repeat to end. Pull to tighten stitches as you go along.

Knit 4 rows.

Repeat pattern starting with the 6th row until the scarf is as long as you'd like.

To finish, end with knit 4 rows. Use the next row to bind off.

Add a fringe.

Saturday, March 26, 2005

First chickadee

Cross stitched Christmas ornament of a chickadee

First Chickadee
Christmas Traditions
Stoney Creek Collection, Book 28


I stitched this ornament for my best friend for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft.

Friday, March 25, 2005

Polar bear

Cross stitched Christmas ornament of a Polar bear wearing a sweater and cap

Polar Bear
Lots of Christmas
35 Designs By Carol Emmer
Leisure Arts Leaflet 894


I stitched this ornament for my granddaughter for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft.

Sunday, March 20, 2005

Candles

Cross stitched Christmas ornament of a multicolored candles

Candles
Christmas Ornaments Plain & Fancy, CSB-197
Cross My Heart, Inc.


I stitched this ornament for my step-daughter for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft.

Friday, March 18, 2005

Candle

Cross stitched Christmas ornament of a red candle

Candle
Christmas in Stitches, CSB-151
Cross My Heart, Inc.


I stitched this ornament for my brother and sister-in-law for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida.

Monday, March 14, 2005

Peace on Earth dragon

Cross stitched Christmas ornament of a dragon holding a white dove with the words Peace on Earth

Just Cross Stitch, 2002 Christmas Ornaments issue
Designed by Jennifer Aikman-Smith of Dragon Dreams, Inc.


I stitched this ornament for my eldest nephew J for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft. I modified the pattern by stitching the words in DMC 498 instead of white so they would show up on the white background.

Saturday, March 12, 2005

Choo choo train (#103)



Pattern #103
201 Cross-Stitch Christmas Designs
by Kooler Design Studio


I stitched this piece for my son's friend C for Christmas, 2005. It was stitched on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft. I changed the smoke from white to one of the greys so it would stand out. I don't remember which one I used.

Thursday, March 10, 2005

Lollipop (#93)



Pattern #93
201 Cross-Stitch Christmas Designs
by Kooler Design Studio


I stitched this piece for ~ insert recipient here ~ for Christmas, 2005. It was stitched on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft.

(~ I'm not really sure yet who is going to get this piece for Christmas. I started out thinking I would give it to one of my son's friends, but then my best friend put in a request for it and I kind of like it, so who gets it is still up in the air.)

Updated 3/22/05: I've decided to give this one to the Prodigal Son's girlfriend. I have an idea or three what I'd rather make for the Best Friend.

Tuesday, March 08, 2005

Cactus (#92)

Cross stitched cactus Christmas ornament

Pattern #92
201 Cross-Stitch Christmas Designs
by Kooler Design Studio


I stitched this piece for my Favorite Aunt for Christmas, 2005. It was stitched on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft.

(Yes, I know it's a cactus, but every year my mother sends her some kind of Texas kitsch - you know, armadillos and cow patties, that sort of thing - so when I saw this cactus I just had to make it for her to add to her kitsch collection.)

Sunday, March 06, 2005

Not a creature was stirring

Sleeping dragon snuggling a Christmas ornament, completed cross stitch project

Just Cross Stitch, 2001 Christmas Ornaments issue
Designed by Jennifer Aikman-Smith of Dragon Dreams, Inc.


I stitched this ornament for my youngest nephew W for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft. I modified the pattern by leaving off the border so I could make it into the pillow ornament.