Jaclyn Zifos
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Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This is a simple lacy halter top for little girls. It begins with a horizontal lace band that is stitched together to form the bottom edge then stitches are picked up along the straight edge and the body is knit in the round until the back half stitches are cast off and work continues on the front stitches. The top edge is folded over and bound...
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Short-sleeved, cropped cardigan/shrug. Open in the front except for a ribbed empire waistband holding it closed. Knit mainly in gravel stitch, the ‘skirt’ beneath the waistband is knit in stockinette. Loops of chained crochet stitches finish off the bottom hem while crocheted picot points line the deep vee neckline.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves, Mid-calf Socks
Size is customizable, especially for length. Just knit more/less rows before beginning toe for the sock or before BO on the mitts. Circumference is harder to adjust because of the cable pattern, my suggestion would be to use one-size-smaller/larger needles if you need a different circumference for the mitt or sock since adding 10 more sts for a...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
I wanted to whip up a quick pair of warm, fuzzy socks so I grabbed the super cuddly and toasty Pastaza. With the yarn so thick these socks are done in no time!
Knitting: Earflap Hat
The most important thing to remember when constructing this hat is to be aware of the finished product. When beginning the second earflap, it is very easy to twist the I-cords or to begin the flap backwards (in other words, the wrong side would be showing on one side). Once that hurdle is overcome, the rest is smooth sailing!
Knitting: Dress
This is a simple, sleeveless, A-line dress for baby girls and toddlers, with a basic fairisle pattern of waves. It’s available in 12-18 months, 2T, and 3T. Gauge is 6 stitches = an inch, in stockinette. Three colors of cotton or cotton-blend yarn (2 shades of blue, and a neutral beige) are needed.