If only one of the great patterns in this Spring 2013 issue of Creative Knitting ends up in your home or as a gift to someone you love, then you've won!
Take a quick peek at what awaits you and you're sure to agree, Creative Knitting is a terrific inspiration.
Our Spring Issue
Cover Story:
Sharpen Your Lacemaking Skills
With Expert Designer Deborah Newton
Also Featured:
Home is Where the Art is
Lighten Up With Colorful Quick-Knits
From Ranch to Runway
Discover the Rich History of Imperial Stock Ranch
Articles of Interest -- A Taste for Lace
Learn the basics, then make your first sweater with expert designer Deborah Newton.
Articles of Interest -- From Ranch to Runway
Discover the rich history behind Imperial Stock Ranch and how mindful sheep-raising has become a sustainable way of life for more than 140 years.
Articles of Interest -- Itty-Bitty Little-Bit Hat
Make some quickie caps for your little one from your leftover scrap yarns!
Beads & Baubles -- Dainty Daisy Purse
Design by Nora Bellows
This vintage style felted bag, framed by exquisite hardware, is the perfect companion for a day out in the urban landscape or a night out on the town. This simple-to-knit project can be decorated with a single knitted daisy, a handful of blossoms or left unadorned as it pleases you.
Beads & Baubles -- Golden Waves
Design by Joyce Goodman
Garnet beads emphasize the feminine curves of turned-wire knitting. You can knit this bracelet in time for the weekend.
Beads & Baubles -- Jada Necklace
Design by Andi Javori
The Jada necklace illustrates how to knit with simple techniques and beads to create an elegant fashion statement.
Beads & Baubles -- Scarlet Cowl & Mitts
Designs by Gabrielle Augustine
Keep your hands looking pretty when you "dress up your hands" with these dainty and breathable fingerless mitts, and enjoy the cowl's multiple wearing options -- wrap once around the neck for a looser look or twice around for something completely different.
Denim by Design -- Building Blocks
Design by Sandi Prosser
Made from recycled denim, this color-block vest will get more comfortable every time you wash it, just like your favorite jeans.
Denim by Design -- Classically Cabled Cardigan
Design by Amanda Saladin
With cabled front bands and metallic yarn, this classic cardigan gets a shimmery lift.
Denim by Design -- Gima Layers
Designs by Kennita Tully
This on-trend twinset is very easy to knit with minimal shaping and lots of impact!
Denim by Design -- Intarsia Delight
Design by Galina Carroll
This go-with-anything design is a great way to add layers to your look. The knitting starts at the bottom of the back. Then, at the neckline, both fronts are knit separately, with stitches added for the placket at the center front.
Denim by Design -- Lacy Ribs
Design by Kennita Tully
This asymmetrical cardigan is worked in rib stitch with lace inserts, with an undulating bottom consisting of short rows.
Denim by Design -- Sassy Seed Stitch
Design by Amanda Saladin
These button tabs add a playful touch to this easy seed-stitch cardigan.
Great Wide Open -- Carefree Cover-Up
Design Courtesy of the Plymouth Design Team
This lace pattern complements the sloping asymmetrical hemline and sleeves of this carefree tunic.
Great Wide Open -- Floating Checks
Design by Robyn Schrager
Sometimes you feel like a shawl, sometimes you don't. Lacy edging is knit right in; wear it buttoned at each side of the neck for a unique look, or simply fasten at the neck or shoulder as a long wrap.
Great Wide Open -- Hint of Lace Cardigan
Design by Deborah Newton
If you're ready to move into the world of knitted garments, this cardigan is the perfect next project. With no complex shaping, this piece integrates an easy lace panel and simple stockinette stitching
Great Wide Open -- Lacy Baby Doll
Design by Tabetha Hedrick
You'll delight in the easy lace bodice of a pullover that is feminine and sophisticated.
Great Wide Open -- Leaves & Lace
Design by Kathleen Sperling
This sweet blanket is cleverly knit on the bias with the main area and border worked simultaneously.
Great Wide Open -- Lily Lace Scarf
Design by Anna Cohen, Courtesy of Imperial Yarn
Light and lacy, beautiful and elegant, this scarf is an approachable pattern that is fun and fashionable! And how can you beat the felted buttons?
Great Wide Open -- Minuet
Design by Theressa Silver
Lacy panels combine with stockinette stitch to create bold chevrons that dance down the length of this intricate-looking but easy-to-knit scarf.
Great Wide Open -- Un-Biased Scarf
Design by Cheryl Beckerich
If you think this scarf is worked on the diagonal, think again! It is created by working a series of increases and decreases at the beginning and end of each row. Give this easy technique a try.
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Great Wide Open -- Vertical Drop
Design by Kennita Tully
This drop-stitch T-shirt is loaded with texture.
Home Is Where the Art Is -- Domino Kitchen Set
Designs by Marjorie Mitchell
Add some excitement to your kitchen space with this whimsical mitered square threesome. You'll have fun making these quick and easy projects!
Home Is Where the Art Is -- Love, Knit, Relax
Designs by Lorna Miser
Cute, simple pillows can be personalized with words or names to your liking. What a great project for knitting I-cord for the first time!
Home Is Where the Art Is -- Woven Ribbons
Design by Margret Willson
Simple color changes transform easy garter stitch into dazzling woven ribbons in this colorful throw.
I Can Do It! -- Beginner Boho Bag
Design by Edie Eckman
This simple bag is a great project for any beginning knitter. Make it in your favorite colors and put the stripes wherever you like in order to create your own design.
I Can Do It! -- Easy In-the-Round Cowl
Design by Edie Eckman
Beginner knitters will get to practice both knitting and purling. Because this cowl is made in the round, there are no seams to sew at the end.
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