3 Color Cashmere Cowl or Shawl KAL at Stash!

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Cashmere Shawl or Cowl KAL

Fridays, Feb 26, March 4, 11 & 18 , 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 

This is the perfect project to try a color outside of your comfort zone but have always wanted to knit.  For me it's the Glow Stick color by Knerd String.  It's so bright, I gotta wear shades to knit it!

The 3 Color Cashmere Cowl is a lovely little pattern to let the days go by while peacefully knitting away… There are no complex stitches in this cowl, just putting together some stripes, texture and lace as they suit you best!

3 color cashmere cowl by joji locatelli

3 color cashmere shawl by joji locatelli

The 3 Color Cashmere Shawl was inspired by the 3-Color Cashmere Cowl, the shawl version is for those who prefer the freedom of a shawl, or for those simply looking for an excuse to make this fun project again! There are no complex stitches in this shawl, just some stripes, texture and lace put together to peacefully knit away.

You will need: for the cowl: 3 colors fingering weight yarn approx. 200 yards each.  for the shawl: 3 colors fingering weight yarn approx. 350 yards each.  We recommend Knerd String Fingering or Wonderland Yarns Queen of Hearts.  Needle: Us 6 circular. Patterns are available for purchase at Stash!

This is also a great stash buster for those single skeins of fingering weight yarn you may have stashed away somewhere!  

We also have a few of our favorite color combos in Knerd String and Woderland Yarns for you: 

Great Gift Ideas!

It's that time of year.  We all know it's coming, but yet it sneaks up on us every time!  Here are a few of my favorite quick knit and crochet projects.  They are all fast projects that are fun to make and wear! 

arika cowl

Arika Cowl, by Jane Richmond. This one skein cowl is fast and fun to knit and absolutely effortless to wear.  Using just one skein of Hikoo Kenzington, it pairs beautifully with a denim top and looks just as fabulous worn over a tank in the summer making it a very versatile accessory for year-round wear. It is an ideal gift knit or instant gratification knit for yourself!  The pattern and yarn are available at Stash!

 

kingsley hat

Kingsley Hat  The Kingsley is a great unisex hat pattern with sizing for either a more traditional fitted look, or a more relaxed slouchy fit.  Our hat was knit using the newest yarn in the Manos line up, Gloria, which is an amazing worsted weight, machine-washable, super soft yarn available in gorgeous colors. What more is there to want?  The pattern and are are available at Stash!

audrey boots

Audrey Boots  by designer Mamachee.  These super comfy slipper boots are sure to become a staple for anyone on your list!  Grab your favorite bulky yarn and big hooks.  I bet you can't make just one pair!  The pattern and yarn are available at Stash!

dewey decimal cowl

Dewey Decimal Cowl by designer Heather Walpole of Ewe Ewe Yarns.  Crochet in a Stash favorite, Wool Worsted, this cowl will keep you warm and stylish while you are reading your favorite book or making your next handmade project!  Did you notice the Granny Square pattern?  Granny squares are my favorite!  The yarn is available at Stash, the pattern is free on Ravelry or on theEwe Ewe web site!

Don't forget about yourself!  Stop by Stash and fill out a "Wish List"  so you can get what you really, really want!   Your friends and family can then bring the list to Stash and we will help them shop for the perfect gift, like that yarn you've been lusting after, a new set of needles, or a blocking kit so all your projects will be perfectly finished.   

Great Gifts for the Last Minute!

holy cowl

A FREE pattern from Ewe Ewe Yarns!  " Here is a fun little project just right for knitting on the go.  Holy Cowl knites up easily in the round on size 10 needles and is nice and light with the unique hole stitch pattern."

non felted slippers

A FREE pattern on Ravelry!  The non felted slippers knit up in an evening or two.  This is the non-sewing version and in knit totally in the round (no seaming)  which saves some time!  Here is the original version of the pattern knit back and forth and sewed at the sole and heel.

dewey decicowl

A FREE pattern from Ewe Ewe Yarns!  This is a  super cute, super fast cowl that can be worn with or without the button tab!

Great Gifts for the Last Minute!

crochet! in bloom beret or cap

Enjoy this Free crochet pattern, by Brittney Waterhouse, on Ravelry! Make this cute cap style or the beret style in no time. I bet you make more than one!

wabi mitts

I love these Wabi Mitts by Fringe Association, another FREE pattern on Ravelry!  I can see many mitts made with The Fibre Co.'s Meadow yarn. This is a great pattern for any guy or gal on your knit-list!

olivia cowl

This Olivia Cowl is AWESOME!  Again, a FREE pattern on Ravelry, from Swan's Island Yarns.  This cowl uses just one skein of Swan's Island Worsted and is the perfect pattern for this yarn. Knit on the bias using the basket weave stitch, it looks like you put more work into it than you did.  You may have good intentions of making this as a gift, but you may just end up giving it to yourself!

all pictures from the designers used on ravlery.com

Great Gift Ideas!

The Atenti Caddy! 

Atenti Bags Trunk show will be at Stash for one more week! 

The Atenti Caddy is perfect for toting yarn and notions. The handy pockets around the inside of the caddy are great for storing tape measures, stitch markers and more! The beautiful fabrics combine to create a great-looking bag. Made in the U.S.A.

The Aspen Neck Cowl!

"There’s no reason not to be both warm AND stylish. Keep toasty in this ski resort inspired neck cowl."

FREE Ravelry pattern found here:

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/aspen-neck-cowl

Olivia Cowl!

FREE pattern with purchase of Swan's Island 100% Organic Merino Wool!

Wrist Yarn Holder!

Do you know someone who knits/crochets on the go? This is the perfect gift! A sweet little wrist yarn holder for any ball of yarn!

FREE pattern on Ravelry or on this blog:

http://knituition.blogspot.com/2007/04/wrist-yarn-holder.html

Great Gifts!

Crochet Fingerless Gloves!

Perfect for keeping your hand toasty while crocheting!

FREE Ravelry pattern or find it on this blog:

http://creativeyarn.blogspot.com/2008/02/crochet-openwork-handwarmers.html

Crochet Infinity Cowl!

Grab 106 yds of Chunky yarn and a size M hook and you are in business!

FREE pattern found on this blog:
http://sewchatty.blogspot.com/

The Honey Cowl!

I love cowls, and would love to get this in my knit stocking this year! I'll be casting on for a gift today!

FREE Ravelry Pattern:
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/honey-cowl

Great Gifts!

Honeycomb Wrist Warmers!

Wrist warmers or fingerless gloves are the perfect gift!

FREE pattern on Ravelry or on this blog:
http://www.pinkbrutus.com/free-patterns/

Chunky Neck Warmer!

Pick out a few cool buttons and whip up this cowl in no time!

Another awesome FREE pattern on Ravelry:
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/mochi-neck-cozy

An Owl Coffee Cozy!

Once you use a cozy, those cardboard coffee sleeves just won't do!

Pattern available at Stash or at BeeTwee on etsy:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/beetwee?ref=seller_info

Amigurumi Ornaments!

These cute little guys will make adorable gift toppers and ornaments!

Free Pattern here

Not sure how to Amigurumi? Stash has a class for that! Learn to make the Teddy, Panada, or Koala ornament

Great Gift Ideas!

Crochet Slouchy Hat

Crochet Gumdrop Slouchy Hat!

A FREE pattern on Ravelry or on Gleeful Things blog: 
http://www.gleefulthings.com/blog/?p=640

Slouchy hats are all the rage this year for all ages!

Olivia's Butterfly Hat

Olivia's Butterfly Hat!

This is a FREE crochet pattern available on Ravelry or Valieskids blog:
http://vallieskids.blogspot.com/2009/06/olivias-butterfly.html

This is a quick and CUTE gift to crochet and is perfect for girls and gals of all ages!

Drop Stitch Cowl

"A very simple and gratifying project using a conservative amount of your yarn and your time! Grab your size 15 circs, a ball of super bulky yarn and cast on! In no time at all you’ll have a stylish acces

sory that will quickly become one of your most treasured possessions."

Find this FREE pattern on Ravelry or on spiderwomanknits blog:

http://spiderwomanknits.typepad.com/swk/2012/01/free-pattern-.html

Happy Stitchin'

More Great Gift Ideas

This is a FREE crochet pattern by Hidden Daisyy, the Chain Loop Scarf,  a seriously fun, easy and FAST project.  I had fun making mine, all you need to know is how to crochet a chain!

The Hurricane Hat is another FREE pattern on Ravelry and from Love, Hestia

Who doesn't love a knit washcloth?  This would be a great gift with a special bar of soap or body wash.  Find this FREE pattern for the Gathered Washcloth on Ravelry

Happy Stitchin'

Count Down to Christmas!

There are 43 days until Christmas day!  NO worries, I will post some great, quick, and awesome gift ideas here in the upcoming weeks and days!  Cowls are the perfect gift and every so popular right now.  I love cowls, and especially love this design, the Altounyan Cowl, by a very talented young lady named, Lily Kate France. "A crumply, rumply cowl, Altounyan is the perfect quick knit for a last minute gift."

altounyan cowl

You can find this FREE pattern on Ravelry!  right here!

Happy Knitting!

October Dream CLub

The Autumn Fern Mobius using one skein of exclusively dyed merino/silk fingering yarn.

The color is amazing, I will be casting this on to my needles ASAP!

Call of email Stash to reserve your kit today!

Dream Club

It is finally here! The September 2012 Dream Club kits are now available at Stash! 

See more pictures and read about a contest on Dream in Color's blog: http://www.dreamincoloryarn.com/2012/09/01/september-2012-dream-club/

BTW 5 kits are already spoken for (without even seeing the yarn/pattern), that means there are only five left! You can call the shop today to reserve your kit: 303-660-9276

Super Bowl Knitting Project

I like to watch the Super Bowl, it's somewhat of a family affair, chili simmering, weenie dogs for apps, and brownies just in time for half-time.  Like most of you, I'm sure, I need to knit while watching TV especially sports.  I have to admit I did take a break from knitting to watch the commercials!  This is the twisted rib cowl I knit up while watching Super Bowl XLV.  I used Shokay Yak fiber, which is such a wonderful and soft yarn to knit with and to wear.  Too bad I will not be wearing this one, it's a gift for my Aunt.  But, I will be making one for myself soon only in a beautiful turquoise color.  Did you knit during the Super Bowl?  If so, tell me what you knit in the comments below, even better post a picture to Stash's facebook page.  As you know, I love show and tell!

Here's the pattern so you can make one too!

Yarn: Shokay 100% Yak yarn 164 yds, one skein

Needles: US Size 9 16" circ

CO 83 sts, join for working in the round being careful not to twist.

*K2, P2, repeat until piece measures 9 inches.

Bind off LOOSELY!

I did use a German Twisted Cast-on for this cowl.  This cast-on is very elastic and is perfect for cowls, socks, gloves, and hats.  Here is a video tutorial from "theknitwitch"  posted on Youtube:  German Twisted Cast-on

Happy Knitting!