Cable Storm Hat and Scarf - pattern release

 Today I'd like to share my latest knitted design - Cable Storm Hat and Scarf set.

This stylish set is knitted with beautiful cable combination on both accessories. The hat is knitted in the round while the scarf is knitted back and forth.

Aran or worsted weight yarn and US 7(4.5 mm) needles makes this set is fast and enjoyable knit.  

I would recommend you to check the project pages of my lovely test knitting team for some inspiration and yarn ideas.

My set is knitted with Hudson Worsted from The Yarn Collective. Knitting pattern is written for both children and adults and it is available from Etsy, Ravelry and Lovecrafts.

List of yarn substitutes:

- Woodlands by Mary Maxim

- Drops Nepal by Garnstudio

- Pure Wool Superwash Worsted by Rowan

- Fleece Bluefaced Leicester Aran by West Yorkshire Spinners

- Debbi Bliss Falkland Aran

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Instyle Wrap - pattern release

Happy knitting dear friends! I hope you feel well and safe wherever you are!
Today, I would like to share my latest knitting pattern - Instyle Wrap.

Instyle Wrap is knitted with DK weight yarn with beautiful lacy stitch.
The shawl is knitted sideways starting from garter border.
Two parts of scarf are knitted from edges up to centre and then joined using Kitchener stitch.

For this shawl I have used beautiful local yarn Wensleydale Gems DK from West Yorkshire Spinners in shade Zircon. This yarn is available from LoveCrafts.

The knitting pattern for Instyle Wrap is written for three sizes – small, medium and large. It is available from Ravelry with 10% off until March, 24th. Just use code INSTYLE10 at checkout to get your discount.

Also, last year I knitted triangular shawl using the same lacy stitch.
You can find the pattern for it in my Ravelry store as well. The pattern name is Instyle Shawl.

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Cable Fantasy Hat and Cowl Set

February and March are the coldest months here in South Wales. It means that we still have plenty of days for wearing of warm and cozy knits here. So I’ve designed another knitted set for my older daughter – Cable Fantasy Hat and Cowl set.

It is comfortable and stylish unisex set. Fancy cat shape hat knitted with pretty stitch combination – beautiful cables from both sides and moss stitch. Both hat and cowl are knitted in the round on circular needle with Aran weight yarn.

The cowl has the matching cable at front and it is made in shape of sweater collar so it is really comfortable to wear. 

The hat will also perfectly match with my Cable Fantasy Poncho. 

Do you love knitting cables and look for your next knitting project?
Why do not try this stylish easy-to-knit Cable Fantasy Hat and Cowl set? The knitting pattern for it is available from one of my pattern stores:

 Ravelry:

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cable-fantasy-hat-and-cowl

Craftsy:

 https://www.craftsy.com/knitting/patterns/cable-fantasy-hat-and-cowl/476634

Etsy:

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/494169780

and Paper Printed copy on eBay:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/252771825925

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Cloudlet Hat and Scarf Set

Some time ago Cloudborn Fibers offered their new yarn which will be available from 15th November 2015 to create a free pattern for them. I was so excited to try a new yarn so I agreed to do this straight away. A bit later I received a package with 2 x 100g skeins of Fine Highland Worsted Wool yarn in Heather Grey colour.

The yarn is so beautiful, soft and really easy to work with. I really love the colour and its texture.  Garments made with this yarn are really warm and comfortable to wear. I decided to design hat and matching scarf set with a cable pattern using this great wool yarn. When I tried different cables I re-knitted my swatch about five times and nothing has happened with the yarn. So I think the set will last for a long time and keep the same shape and look like new for a very long time.
So, please welcome Cloudlet Hat and Scarf set. If you love knitting cables then this pattern for you. This stylish set will keep you away from cold and wind. The set is knitted with nice cable pattern. The hat is knitted in the round with no seam and the scarf is knitted back and forth on needles.

The pattern is available from my pattern stores below: 

on Craftsy:
http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/accessory/cloudlet-hat-and-scarf/174531

on Ravelry:
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cloudlet-hat-and-scarf

on Loveknitting:
https://www.loveknitting.com/cloudlet-hat-and-scarf-knitting-pattern-by-vitalina-craft

on Etsy:
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/571052539

It is easy to follow and suitable for advanced beginners. The pattern contains 8 pages of row-by-row instructions, charts and picture. The pattern is written for sizes from toddler to adult.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS FOR HAT (toddler, child, adult):
-    Fits head circumference in cm: 46-49/50-54/56-60, in inches: 18-19”/20-21”/22-23½”

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS FOR SCARF (one size):
-    Length: 106cm (42”); Width: 15cm (6”)

TOOLS & MATERIALS: 
-    2 x 100g of Cloudborn Fine Highland Worsted Wool yarn in Heather Grey
-    Circular needle size US 4 (3.5 mm) x 40 cm
-    Circular needle size US 6 (4.0 mm) x 40 cm
-    Double pointed knitting needles size 6 (4.0 mm)
-    Stitch marker
-    Cable needle
-    Knitter’s needle or crochet hook

TYPE OF YARN: Worsted

GAUGE:
20 stitches and 28 rows = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch using needle size US 6 (4.0 mm)

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