NobleKnits Knitting Blog

Rio Shrug Free Knitting Pattern

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:31:00 +0000

Part wrap, part shrug - Feza's Rio Shrug is a generously sized layering piece. It's knit using Feza Nirvana bamboo yarn that provides excellent drape and a lovely soft and smooth hand. Make this shrug for nights on the town, layered over jeans, or just as a go-to cover up.

Rio Shrug Free Knitting Pattern

Sizes: Small (Medium, Large, XLarge)

Completed Shrug Measures: 48 (52, 56, 60)" from right sleeve edge to left sleeve edge

You will need:

6 (6, 7, 7) skeins Feza Nirvana Yarn, shown in color 907
Size US 7 circular 24-32" knitting needles
Stitch marker
Download Rio Shrug Free Knitting Pattern

Gauge: 16 sts and 20 row to 4" in st st

Happy knitting!

I love Candy! Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Wed, 15 May 2013 05:18:00 +0000

Here's another free knitting pattern featuring fun-to-knit Candy yarn. Feza Candy yarn is a wool blend with felted bobbles in lots of bright colors. This easy scarf uses just one skein of Candy.

Completed Scarf Measures: 6 x 55"

You will need:

1 skein Feza Candy Yarn, shown in color Purple
Size US 11 straight knitting needles
Download Candy Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

Gauge: 8 sts x 9 rows = 4" in pattern stitch

Happy knitting!

Be Sweet Boucle One-Skein Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Thu, 09 May 2013 07:06:00 +0000

One fabulous scarf - lots of ways to wear! I knitted up this scarf in just a few hours using one skein of Be Sweet Mohair Boucle yarn. This yarn is amazing. First of all, the hand dyed colors are vibrant and eye-catching. It has a fun loopy boucle that has lots of softness and loft. The mohair fiber that is hand spun in South Africa by a women's cooperative. I love knowing the yarn I purchase helps others in need. Read more about Be Sweet's job creation program

Be Sweet Boucle One-Skein Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

Completed Scarf Measures: 5.5" x 56" approximately

Skill Level: Beginner - EASY!

You will need:

1 skein Be Sweet Mohair Boucle Yarn
Size US 17 needles

Cast on 17 sts

Knit every row.

When only 1 yard of yarn remains, bind off all stitches.

Weave in yarn ends.

Happy knitting!

Salmon 1-Skein Cowl Free Knitting Pattern

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Sat, 04 May 2013 06:47:00 +0000

We love knitting all year round! The Salmon Cowl Free Pattern is perfect for knitting and wearing during warm weather months. It's knit using just one skein of World Class Stash Quill Ribbon Yarn, so it's light and airy. Wear it with a dress, suit, or even jeans and a tee! Designed by Donna Pelzar, the Knitting Doctor.

Salmon Cowl Free Knitting Pattern

You will need:

1 skein World Class Stash Quill Ribbon Yarn
Size US 15 circular 24" needle

Cast on 80 stitches, join for knitting in the round and place marker to mark the beginning of round

Rounds 1-5: Purl

Rounds 6-8: Knit

Round 9: (Eyelet round) *K2tog, yo* Repeat around to marker ending with a YO.

Round 10-13: Knit

Round 14: (Eyelet round) *K2tog, yo* Repeat around to marker ending with a YO.
Round 15-18: Knit

Round 19: (Eyelet round) *K2tog, yo* Repeat around to marker ending with a YO.

Rounds 20-22: Knit

Rounds 23-26: Purl

Bind off all stitches purlwise and weave in yarn ends.

Happy knitting!

Knit in Public

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:18:00 +0000

Where do you knit? I love to have a small knitting project with me wherever I go. You never know when you'll have the chance to squeeze in a few stitches and actually that is my favorite time to knit! I knit at the mall, the library, doctor's office, dentist, school car pickup line, in restaurants, movies, and anywhere I may have to wait more than a minute!

Today I'm knitting at Barnes and Noble Bookstore while my teen searches for a new book to read. Guess who ended up buying a book? Me! A knitting book, of course!

Go Team! Knit a Ruffle Scarf in Your Team Colors!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 06:44:00 +0000

Show your team spirit with these fun and easy to knit ruffle scarves from Premier Yarns. Starbella Stripes Yarn is available in the 18 most-popular team colors. One skein is all you need to knit or crochet a scarf. Free pattern and how-to instructions are available.

We've spoken to a lot of knitters about how they use Starbella Stripes - they knit them to show support for their favorite pro-sports team, elementary, middle school or high school. They are also popular for college teams and even sororities, church groups, knitting clubs, and other group events. Knit just one or knit them for the entire group - View all colors of Starbella Stripes Yarn

Chevron Stripes Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 06:48:00 +0000

Chevron Stripes are a hot knitting trend this season - this free pattern from our friends at Fairmount Fibers is a fun to knit scarf featuring Manos Lace Yarn. It combines 5 gorgeous shades of Manos kettle dyed yarn Three strands are held together at the same time to create interesting color variations and ombre/striping effect.

You will need:

1 skein each of 5 colors Manos Lace Yarn. Shown in Titania, Iridessa, Rani, Rhiannon, and Nerida Teal.
Size US 9 knitting needles
Download Keeping Rosita Warm Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

Happy knitting!

Our Favorite Lace Knitting Ideas!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 06:51:00 +0000

Knit something Lovely: Lace!

There's a certain addictive quality about lace knitting. It works up surprisingly fast and watching the pattern come to life is very gratifying. We have lace knitting projects for knitters of all skill levels and now is the perfect time of year to put a light and airy lace project on your needles!

Happy knitting!

What to Knit: Ideas for Spring Knitting!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 01:34:00 +0000

I love springtime knitting! The knits are light, airy, and usually use bright happy colors that put me in a good mood. Also, it's my favorite time of year to sit outside and knit a few rows while taking in the fresh air.

Here are some of our newest knitting project ideas for spring:

Classic Elite Pear Blossom Bag Knitting Pattern - this little cotton Bag uses just 2 skeins of Classic Elite Mesa Yarn

Star Lily Top Knitting Pattern - this versatile little wrap top is perfect for layering and can be worn 3 different ways! It features Classic Elite Canyon Yarn.

From Shibui's Mix Collection, the Mix No. 14 Striped Scarf Knitting Pattern has lovely drape and is large enough to also be worn as a wrap. It features Shibui Cima Yarn.

From Knit One Crochet Too, the Sea Lettuce Shawl Knitting Pattern has quickly become one of their most popular patterns, ever! This triangle wrap has a wavy stitch pattern throughout then a beautiful lace edging. It knits up with just 2 skeins of Knit One Crochet Too Crock-O-Dye Yarn!

Happy knitting!

Knit it Neon: Ruffle Yarns in Neon Colors!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 04:41:00 +0000

If you've been to the mall, shopped your favorite online retailer, or flipped through a magazine - you've most likely noticed the hottest trend of the season this spring - NEON! These vibrant pops of color can be found in jewelry, scarves, clothes, and even shoes! Well, it's a hot trend in knitting this year as well - so much so, that our first delivery of neon yarns sold out in a matter of hours.

Neon brights are available in our favorite ruffle scarf yarn, Premier Starbella Neon! One-skein makes a quick and easy scarf. It's available in neon solids: Living Green, Purple Panic, Hot Pink, Glowing Orange, Electric Blue, and Neon Yellow.

If you like prints, we have Starbella Neon shades for you: Toucan, Parrot, and Caribbean.

Shop the Premier Starbella Neon Yarns Collection

Twice as Nice Infinity Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 05:35:00 +0000

I created a similar cowl last year using Berroco Lago Yarn. Our in house knitting expert, aka The Knitting Doctor, Donna Pelzar put her own twist on this fun to knit cowl! The project knits up fast and uses a simple drop-stitch technique to give it an open, lacy look - perfect for the upcoming warm weather months. Have fun choosing colors for this fun to knit infinity scarf!

Twice as Nice Infinity Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

You will need:

1 skein Knit One Crochet Too Italian Ice Yarn, color (A)
1 skein Knit One Crochet Too Italian Ice Yarn, color (B)
Size US 9 circular 16" needle
Stitch marker

Pattern

Note: Use the entire skein of color A, ending with a complete round. Then switch to color B for the remainder of the project.

Using color A, cast on 100 stitches

Join round being careful not to twist stitches and place marker

Round 1: Knit

Round 2: Knit

Round 3: Knit 1, *YO 2 times, Knit 1.* Repeat from * to * around.

Round 4: Knit 1, *Drop 2 yarn overs off the needle, knit 1.* Repeat from * to * around.

Round 5: Knit

Round 6: Knit

Round 7: Knit

Round 8: Knit 1, *YO 2 times, Knit 1.* Repeat from * to * around.

Round 9: Knit 1, *Drop 2 yarn overs off the needle, knit 1.* Repeat from * to * around.

Repeat Rounds 5-9 another 3 times.

Last Round: Knit

Then, bind off loosely.

Weave in yarn ends. Block lightly (optional).

Here's a Quick Tip from the Knitting Doctor

Is your cast on or bind off edge always too tight?

Easily correct the problem by using a needle that's one or two sizes larger than the recommended needle size. Use it just for the cast on/bind off then switch to the recommended needle size for your project.

Problem solved!

Have a question for The Knitting Doctor?

Contact her here

An Egg-citing Easter Knitting Idea!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 23:43:00 +0000

Get crafty with this EGG-citing Easter Egg craft project! Adorable embellished eggs to knit and crochet. They work up fast and are a great way to use up small amounts of yarn. The free pattern is from our friends at Universal Yarn and it features Universal Cotton Supreme Yarn.

Cotton Supreme Easter Eggs Free Pattern (knit and crochet)

Completed eggs measure: 2.5" high knit version, 2.75" high crochet version

You will need:

Download PDF: Cotton Supreme Easter Eggs Free Pattern
7 colors Universal Cotton Supreme Yarn, shown in White, hot pink, yellow, orange cream, purple, celery, and aqua
Universal Cotton Supreme Batik, shown in Watermelon Patch
Size US 8 double pointed needles
Size G-6 (4mm) crochet hook
Polyester fiberfill

Happy knitting!

Add color to your knitting: Fiesta Yarns Meditation

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:07:00 +0000

Knit to suit your mood! Our friends at Fiesta Yarns took inspiration from the color wheel to create their latest collection of hand dyed yarns. Known as the Meditation Series, these gorgeous yarns will allow you to use color therapy to soothe your senses. Color palettes include: Vitality, Creativity, Wisdom, Happy, Balance, Energy Soothing, Imagination, Love, and Infinity.

We've received the first yarn in the Meditation Series, Fiesta Yarn's signature fiber - Fiesta La Boheme. Browse La Boheme Yarn

What to knit using Fiesta La Boheme? Check out these easy 2-skein projects:

What's your favorite color in the Meditation Series?

Imperial Yarn Coquette Cowl Giveaway Results!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:04:00 +0000

Thanks to all who participated in the Imperial Yarn Coquette Cowl Giveaway!

The winner is: pandglloyd@yahoo.com - Congratulations, please contact us so we can ship your kit!

If you would like to purchase your own Imperial Coquette Cowl, here are the details.

The project uses just one-skein Imperial Anna Yarn, the Imperial Coquette Cowl Knitting Pattern, and size US 11 needles.

Happy Knitting!

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NobleKnits Giveway: Imperial Coquette Cowl!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 07:55:00 +0000

Our friends at Imperial Yarns have provided us with this lovely Coquette Cowl Knitting kit to giveaway! The Coquette Cowl includes pattern and 1-skein Imperial Anna yarn to make this easy lace cowl.

Want to know more about Imperial Yarns? Shop Imperial Yarns and Patterns

How to Enter the Giveaway

Comment on this blog post by telling us... If you've had a chance to with Imperial Yarns and what you like about them. Have a favorite Imperial project, mention it!

PS. Don't forget to leave your name.

One winner will be chosen at random from the comments posted on this blog. Winner will be selected and announced here on our blog this Wednesday, March 6, 2013.

Void where prohibited, US residents only.

This Giveaway is now CLOSED. To view the results: Imperial Giveaway Winner

Freedom! Liberty Wool Light Swirl Hat Free Pattern

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 05:22:00 +0000

Looking for a quick knit hat to ward off the winter chill? This Eyelet Swirl hat from Classic Elite Yarns will keep your head toasty warm and a bit of colorful fun to your day. Designed by Meg Myers, this hat uses just one skein of Classic Elite Liberty Wool Light Print yarn. It knits up fast, has beautiful color changes, and it's machine washable! Pattern includes instructions to knit either a cap or slouchy tam version - either style uses just one ball!

Classic Elite Eyelet Swirl Hat Free Knitting Pattern

You will need:

Tam: 1 ball Classic Elite Liberty Wool Light Print Yarn
Cap: 1 ball Classic Elite Liberty Wool Light Print Yarn
Size US 4 circular 16" needles
Size US 4 double pointed needles
Stitch markers
Download Classic Elite Eyelet Swirl Hat PDF Knitting Pattern

Happy knitting!

Knit a Simple Shrug from Spud & Chloe!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 07:20:00 +0000

We love designs from Susan B. Anderson because she takes a basic silhouette and recommends ways to customize and make it your own! This simple shrug pattern for Spud and Chloe is no exception. How will you make your Simple Shrug?

Spud and Chloe Simple Shrug Free Knitting Pattern

Shown is size Women's Medium and includes instructions on how to make a custom size

You will need:

3 hanks Spud and Chloe Sweater Yarn, shown in color Beluga
Size US 7 circular 16" needles
Stitch marker
Download Simple Shrug Free Knitting PDF Pattern

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Happy knitting!

Try Spud & Chloe Sweater Yarn with a Free Scarf Pattern!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 06:56:00 +0000

Discover the beauty of Spud & Chloe Sweater yarn! It's a soft, bouncy yarn that's perfect for making...well, sweaters..and a whole lot more. This interesting twisted cable scarf is a great way to try Spud & Chloe Sweater yarn. Designed by Susan B. Anderson, Rambling encourages you to place the cables wherever you want allowing you to create a one-of-a-kind scarf.

Spud & Chloe Rambling Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

Completed Scarf Measures: 5 x 62"

You will need:

2 hanks Spud & Chloe Sweater Yarn, shown in Rootbeer
Size US 9 knitting needles
Cable needle
Download Rambling Scarf PDF Free Knitting Pattern

Gauge: 4 sts per inch in stockinette stitch

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Happy knitting!

Javori Bella Ring Giveaway Winner!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 06:52:00 +0000

Congratulations to Leigh Ann Jarrett! She is the winner of our NobleKnits Giveaway.
She's won a Javori Designs Bella Ring Beaded Knitting Kit.

Leigh Ann, please contact me at queen @ nobleknits dot com with your address so we can send your kit out right away!

Beaded knitting is a hot trend and our friends at Javori make it easy and fun. Their kits are a great way to try beaded knitting if you haven't done it before. Designer, Andi Javori creates necklaces, bracelets and rings featuring beautiful beads and luxurious fibers.

View all Javori Beaded Knitting Kits

Happy knitting!

Crochet Jewelry with Premier City Life Yarn!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 07:04:00 +0000

Knit and crochet jewelry is one of the hottest trends in crafting! Premier City Life is the perfect yarn for making your own hand crafted jewelry with a runway appeal. This is a fun to make layered crochet necklace. Here's what you'll need to make the quick-crochet necklace featured above.

City Life Beaded Necklace Free Crochet Pattern

You will need:

1 skein Premier City Life Yarn, shown in color #7 Corsage
Size US H/8 (5.0mm) crochet hook
Download Beaded Necklace PDF Crochet Pattern
Glass beads

Happy crocheting!

Knitting Giveaway: Javori Beaded Knitting Kit!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 01:02:00 +0000

Our friends at Javori Designs have provided us with this fabulous beaded knitting kit to giveaway! The Javori Bella Ring Kit includes instructions, yarn, and beads to create two beaded rings - one is reversible and the other is a single sided ring. It's an easy to knit kit and a great way to try knitting with beads.

Want to know more about these fun to knit kits? Shop Javori Beaded Knitting Kits

How to Enter the Giveaway

Comment on this blog post by telling us... If you've had a chance to knit jewelry and what you like about it. Have a favorite project, mention it!

PS. Don't forget to leave your name.

One winner will be chosen at random from the comments posted on this blog. Winner will be selected and announced here on our blog this Friday, February 15, 2013.

Void where prohibited, US residents only.

This giveaway is now closed. Click here to view the winner!

Blue Sky Alpacas Metalico Yarn: Luxury Yarn from Nature!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 22:17:00 +0000

New Yarn Arrival! Blue Sky Alpacas Metalico yarn has arrived at NobleKnits and we couldn't be more thrilled.

Our friends at Blue Sky Alpacas have impressed us with this lovely blend of Baby Alpaca and Mulberry Silk that is to die for! The two softest fibers coupled with the soft sheen of silk makes Metalico a yarn with wonderful hand, drape, and knitting appeal.

The shades of Metalico are soft and subtle because they use only the naturally occurring colors of both fibers. And if all that yarnie goodness isn't enough to inspire you, the pattern collection will. Projects are all fairly easy to knit and utilize the drape and elegance of Metalico.

Here's what to knit and crochet with Blue Sky Alpacas Metalico:

Happy knitting!

Hadley's Infinity Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 07:07:00 +0000

My daughter, Hadley learned how to knit at 4. I was surprised how quickly she took to it and knitted consistently for several years, but over the past few years she turned to other hobbies like sewing, drawing, making...anything other than knitting (mom's thing).

She accompanied me last weekend to the TNNA show and was completely inspired by all the beautiful yarns. So before we left on our long drive home she asked me to remind her how to cast on and get going...it was like riding a bike..she got right back into the knitting groove and finished this infinity scarf by the end of the day. I. Am. Thrilled! (But don't tell my teen, or she'll stop!)

Anyway, she knitted her infinity scarf in the round using just one skein of Knit Collage Gypsy Garden Yarn. She wore it to school the next day and got tons of compliments!

Here's the free knitting pattern so you can knit it, too. Enjoy!

Hadley's Infinity Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

You will need:

1 skein Knit Collage Gypsy Garden Yarn, shown in Kinari Bazaar
Size US 17 circular 24" needles

Cast on 50 stitches, join being careful not to twist stitches

Knit in the round until only 3 or 4 yards of yarn remain.

Bind off and weave in yarn ends.

Note: Since this scarf is knitted in stockinette stitch (knit every row in the round), it will naturally curl so you'll see the purl side.

Happy knitting!

Beginner Knitting: Felicity's Scarf Free Pattern!

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 03:59:00 +0000

Felicity Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

This quick and easy knitting pattern is perfect for knitters of all skill levels! It's a simple garter stitch pattern, what makes it special is that we used a lovely yarn, Universal Felicity. It's a railroad track style yarn with a strand of wool wound throughout, making it more stable and easier to knit that other "railroad track" style yarns.

Finally, we added a bit of glam to the scarf with some fringe. Felicity has great drape and hints of shimmer and shine making it perfect for fringe.

Completed Scarf Measures: 4 x 49" (not including fringe)

You will need:

1 skein Universal Felicity Yarn, shown in Autumn's End
Size US 15 needles
Crochet hook (for fringe)

Skill Level: Beginner

To Fringe or Not to Fringe

Before you begin this scarf, choose whether you want to have fringes or not. It's best to cut the fringe ahead of time, then you'll be able to use the rest of the yarn ball for the body of the scarf.

To Make Fringe

Cut 28 strands of Felicity each 12" long

Set them aside until scarf is completed.

Scarf

Cast on 14 stitches

Knit every row until only one yard of yarn remains.

Bind off and weave in yarn ends.

Add Fringe to Scarf Ends

Pick up 2 strands of fringe and holding them together fold them in half
Insert crochet hook into first stitch at scarf edge
Place folded end of fringe around crochet hook and pull fold through stitch, creating a loop
Then pull tails through the loop and tighten. One fringe completed.
Repeat steps 1-4 in every other stitch across scarf end.
Repeat at other end of scarf.

Happy knitting!

Why is Plymouth Linen Concerto better than other self-striping yarns?

noreply@blogger.com (Nancy Queen) — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 04:48:00 +0000

What makes Plymouth Linen Concerto better than other self striping yarns?

Contrary to most other self striping yarns, it's machine washable! It's great for people with wool allergies, too!

Plymouth Linen Concerto is one of our first early spring yarns to arrive this season. We're sure it will have you knitting up a storm. This easy care linen/cotton/rayon blend yarn has a soft tonal striping effect making it ideal for warm weather wear.

Fabulous Color Palette
We love the soft tone on tone color palette of Plymouth Linen Concerto. The colors work well in a spring/summer wardrobe and look great on most skin tones. Shown above, Blossom, Indigo Splash, Lavender Mix, and Linen Fields.

What to knit with Plymouth Linen Concerto?

Simple knits that work up quickly and are perfect for layering.

Plymouth Linen Concerto Shrug Knitting Pattern, Plymouth Linen Concerto Sampler Shawl Knitting Pattern, and Plymouth Linen Concerto Lace Edge Tank Knitting Pattern.

Happy knitting!