Ozark Handspun

Pattern: Ozark Danish Shawl

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:52:00 +0000

This shawl was inspired by the project: Traditional Danish Tie-Shawls in Spin-Off Magazine’s Spring 2008 issue.

MATERIALS:
10-15 Skeins Ozark Handspun Opulent in 3 coordinating colors
1 Set US Size 10 Knitting Needles
1 US Size L or larger Crochet Hook
Row Markers

Gauge: 8 stitches per 4 inches; 16 rows per 4 inches

Size Chart: X Large 160 rows; Large 144 rows; Medium 128 rows; Small 112 rows

Notes: This piece is started in the center and worked in one piece in garter stitch. Increase every other row creating two triangles with 3 stitches as the center point. It is best to mark the right side. Slip-stitch the first stitch on every row. The border is a single crochet around the entire shawl. Yarn over increase occurs on the right side on every other row. Increase two times at the beginning of the row after the third stitch, two times in the middle either side of the 3 center stitches and two times at the end of the row before the last 3 stitches. Yarn-overs are knitted through the back loop on the wrong side on both edges of the shawl. Yarn-over increases create a vertical row of holes down the middle of the shawl on either side of the three center stitches. The size of the shawl is determined by the number of rows with the gauge depending upon how long you desire the back.

INSTRUCTIONS:
Cast on 7 stitches. Knit 3 rows garter stitch.
Row 4: Knit 1, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, place marker, knit 3, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, knit 1.
Row 5: Slip first stitch, knit.
Row 6: Knit 2, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, knit 3, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, knit 2.
Row 7: Slip first stitch, knit.
Row 8: Knit 3, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, place marker, knit 3, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, knit 3.
Row 9: Slip first stitch, knit.
Row 10: Knit 3, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, palce marker, knit 3, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, knit 3.
Row 11: Slip first stitch, knit.
Row 12: Knit 3, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, palce marker, knit 3, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, knit 3.
Row 13: Slip first stitch, knit.
Repeat rows 12 and 13 until the desired size/length is reached.
Note: Be sure to yarn over on the right side of your work. Yarn-overs are knitted through the back loop on the wrong side on both edges of the shawl.
Finishing: Single crochet around the entire edge of the shawl.Ties: Cut yarn into 12-20 inch lengths. Braid 6 strands together and tie off at one end, tie onto shawl with the free end.

Adapted by Pat Hebert for Ozark Handspun, May 2008

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Danish Shawl.

Pattern: McKenzie's Swing Coat

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 17:41:00 +0000

This simple top-down raglan style design suits all ages. Be Creative! Have fun with color!

For approximate measurements and yarn requirements, please refer to sizing chart at end of pattern.

Size: Child Sizes: 2 (4,6,8,10); Adult Sizes: 4 (6,8,10,12,14,16,18,20)

Yarns: Yarn by Ozark Handspun - 34 yds; Bulk Weight yarn to obtain gauge such as: Bear Creek by Kraemer Yarns; Burly Spun by Brown Sheep; or Magnum by Cascade Yarns

MATERIALS:

1 set US size 17--24 inch or longer circular knitting needles

1 set US size 17--16 inch circular knitting needles for sleeves if worked in the round

1 US size J or K crochet hook

Stitch Markers and Stitch Holders

3--8 Odd Ball Buttons measuring between 5/8 and 1 1/4 inches

Gauge: 2 stitches per inch on size 17 needle or size to obtain gauge

Techniques you will use in this pattern and additional pattern notes: Garment is raglan style worked top down, back and forth in stst (knit 1 row, purl 1 row) throughout on a circular needle.

Crochet Picot Edge=*2 sc, ch 3, sl st in 1st ch; repeat from * to end.

Increase=M1L&M1R or you can use any increase method you want.

Knit Picot Bind Off=BO 2 sts, *slip st back from right hand needle to left hand needle, use cable cast on method, cast on 3 sts, then BO 5 sts; repeat from * to end of row. BO last st.

Loop Stitch Row=*K1, leaving stitch on left needle; bring yarn to front between needles; wrap around left thumb; move yarn to back between needles; knit the stitch again; slip stitch from left needle to right needle; lift 2nd stitch on right needle over last stitch worked as if to BO. Repeat from * across row.

Garment can easily be altered: garment length, degree of the swing, sleeve width and length or use of yarn throughout.

Abbreviations: BO=bind off; Ch=chain; CO=cast on; K=knit; K2tog=knit 2 together; MC=main color; M1L=make one left; M1R=make one right; pm=place marker; P=purl; rm=remove marker; sc=single crochet; st st=slip stitch; sm=slip marker; SSK=slip slip knit; st(s)=stitch(es); stst=stockinette stitch

INSTRUCTIONS:

To begin: Refer to sizing chart for number of CO sts.

For Size:__ CO __ sts. Do not join in the round.

Set Up Row (RS): Refer to sizing chart for number of back & sleeve sts. K1, pm, K1 (seam st), pm, K____ (sleeve sts), pm, K1 (seam st), pm, K_____ (back sts), pm, k1 (seam st), pm, K_____ (sleeve sts), pm, K1 (seam st), pm, K1. Turn and work one purl row. (WS)

Yoke: Working back and forth in stst, inc 8 sts on each RS row using the Yoke Increase until armhole measures from neckline to underarm or to desired length.

Yoke Increase Row (RS): *K to marker, M1L, sm, K1 (seam st), sm, M1R*; repeat from * to * to end of row.

Once armhole measures desired length, on a RS row, knit front panel sts to marker, rm, K1 (seam st), sm, (represents the center side seam), slip sleeve sts onto a st holder, rm, K1, rm, K back sts up to next marker, rm, K1, rm, sl 2nd sleeve sts onto another st holder, sm (center side seam), K1 rm, K to end. The seam sts are now part of your bodice. Turn and purl one row. (WS)

For Child Sizes: Continue working back and forth, increasing 4 sts on each RS row following the Bodice Increase until piece measures pattern or desired length less 2 1/2 inches.

For Adult Sizes: Work in stst for approximately 4 inches or desired length and at the same time shape the back. To Shape Back: Divide number of sts for back (between side seam markers) by 3. You may end up with an odd number of sts. Simply add the extra st(s) to the center of back. Example: 14, 15, 14. Work 1/3 of sts for back, pm, SSK. Work the next 1/3 less two sts, K2tog, pm. Decrease after & before markers on next 2-4 RS rows. Once garment measures 4 inches from underarm, increase on RS every 4th row using the Bodice Increase until piece measures pattern length or desired length less 2 1/2 inches.

Bodice Increase Row (RS): *K to marker, M1L, sm, M1R*; repeat from * to * to end of row.

Ozark Trim: Join in Ozark and work in stst for 2 inches, ending with a WS row.

Picot Bind Off: Join in MC or a contrasting color as an accent yarn. RS row: BO2, *slip st from right needle to left needle, CO 3 sts using cable cast on method, BO5; repeat * to end. BO last st.

Sleeves: Slip sleeve sts from holder onto needle. Work back and forth in stst until piece measures desired sleeve length less 2 1/2 inches. If working in the round, pick up 3 sts along underarm to eliminate the armhole opening.

For a narrow, dec 1 st at beginning and end of RS row or on either side of center seam st. Join in Ozark yarn and work in stst for 2 inches ending with a WS row. Join in MC or accent yarn, repeat Picot Bind Off as for body.

Right Side Button Band: Right side band is slightly wider than left side band. Using Ozark yarn and with RS facing, pick p and knit 1 st every other row along the front right panel starting at the hem. Work in stst for 2 inches or to desired width ready for a RS row.

Crochet Picot Bind Off: Working around the base of the button band, insert crochet hook and join in MC or accent yarn with sl st where Picot ends for hemline. *2 sc, che, sl st into 1st chain of ch3*, repeat from * to * to first st on left needle. at 1st st on needle, using hook, slip st knitwise off needle and work as part of a sc. Continue to work Picot Bind off, working 1 st at a time off the needle.

Left Side Button Band: Using Ozark, MC or contrasting color and with RS facing, pick up and knit 1 st every other row along the front left panel starting at the neckline edge. Work in stst for 2 inches or desired width ready for a RS row. Using MC or contrasting color, repeat the crochet Picot Bind off.

Finishing: Sew sleeve seams using mattress seam. Place buttons randomly down left button band and fasten.

With crochet hook, and beginning at the upper corner of the right button band, *2 sc, ch3, st st in 1st ch; repeat from * to end of neckline. Fasten off. If adding the full collar, work picot edging along the tops of the button bands.

Optional Full Collar: With RS facing, pick up & K around neckline for collar. Work the loop sts row for approximately 6-8 rows or desired fullness. BO loosely with MC. Tack collar in place to even distribute the weight of the collar.

Loop Stitch Row: *K1, leaving stitch on left needle; bring yarn to front between needles; wrap around left thumb; move yarn to back between needles; knit the stitch again; slip stitch from left needle to right needle; lift 2nd stitch on right needle over last stitch worked as if to BO. Repeat from * across row.

Size --Coat ---CO --Front --Sleeve --Back ----MC ------Ozark ------Ozark

------Length ------& Back ------------------Approx. ---Approx. ----Add for

------inches -------Panel ------------------Yds/skein -Yds/skein --Full Collar
2t ----18 -----18 ----1 --------2 ------8 ----236/2 -------34/1 -------2
4t ----19 -----18 ----1 -------2 -------8 ----280/2 -------34/1 -------2
6 -----20 ----24 ----1 -------4 ------10 ----300/2 -------34/1 -------2
8 -----22 -----24 ---1 -------4 ------10 ----347/3 -------68/2 -------3
10 ---24 -----26 ----1 -------4 ------12 ----394/3 -------68/2 -------3
Adult Sizes
4 ----26 -----26 ----1 -------4 ------12 -----449/4 -------68/2 ------3
6 ----28 -----26 ----1 -------4 ------12 -----556/4 ------102/3 ------3
8 ----29 -----26 ----1 -------4 ------12 -----599/5 -----102/3 -------3
10 --30 ------26 ----1 ------4 -------12 -----662/5 -----102/3 ------3
12 ---31 -----28 ----1 ------4 -------14 -----678/5 -----102/3 -------3
14 ---32 -----28 ----1 ------4 -------14 -----727/6 -----136/4 -------3
16 ---33 -----28 ----1 ------4 -------14 -----786/6 -----136/4 -------3
18 ---34 -----28 ----1 ------4 -------14 -----815/6 -----136/4 -------3
20 --34 ------34 ----1 ------6 -------16 -----850/7 -----136/4 -------3

Select a size on the smaller side as this garment will stretch some.

These amounts are estimates only.

Allow additional yardage if enlarging pattern in any way.

Due to the nature & variance in color of Ozark Handspun yarns, it is strongly recommended to purchase enough skeins of the same yarn at the same time as each batch is truly unique and no two skeins are alike.

Due to the approximate yards of Ozark Handspun yarns of 34 yards, you may want to purchase an additional skein of yarn, just so you do not run short.

Printing Instructions: To print click McKenzie's Swing Coat.

Pattern: Ozark Circle Jacket

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:57:00 +0000

Sizes: Small (medium, large)

Finished Bust: 36 inches (38,40)

MATERIALS:

5 Skeins Ozark Handspun Opulent, 50 yds/100g

3 Skeins Tahki Donegal Tweed worsted weight, 183 yds/100g (three different colors if desired)

1 US size10 24 inch circular knitting needles

1 US size 10 47 inch circular knitting needles

1 US size 10 double pointed knitting needles (DPN)

1 US size N crochet hook

stitch markers

waste yarn

Note: To create larger sizes, measure your shoulder width across the back and divide by two. this will be the measurement needed before establishing armholes using waste yarn. For example, if your back measures 22 inches (or whatever your measurement is) from armhole to armhole, work to 11 inches (or whatever your measurement is) from the center and then shape armholes. Continue circle, increasing as previously until piece measures 22 inches (or whatever your measurement is) from the center. When binding off, do so loosely.
This circular vest is worked from the center, beginning with the use of DPNs and changing to longer circular needles as required. If making a larger vest, you may need a 60 inch long size 10 circular needle to accommodate all stitches on needles.

Increases: increase 1 knitwise or increase 1 purlwise

Abbreviations: CO=cast on; BO=bind off; k=knit; p=purl; inc=increase; dec=decrease; DPN=double pointed needles; sts=stitches; pm=place marker; sm=slip marker.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Using size 10 DPNs, CO 8 sts on one of the DPNs.

Rnd 1: K in front and back of every st-16. Divide onto four needles. Join, being careful not to twist sts and pm (this will be beginning of round marker so make sure it is of a different color than other markers used.)

Rnd 2: *k1, inc1 k st, repeat from * resulting in 6 sts per needle.

Rnd 3: Knit to end of rnd.

Rnd 4: *k1, inc1, repeat from * to end of rnd - 9 sts per needle.

Rnd 5: Knit to end of rnd.

Rnd 6: *K1, inc1, repeat from * to end of rnd - 12 sts per needle.

Rnd 7: Knit, placing a marker every 6th st. Each needle will have two sections.

Rnd 8: *K1, inc1, repeat from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 9: Knt to end of rnd.

Rnds 10-14: Repeat rnds 8 & 9, switching to 24 inch circular needles when able. Piece should measure about 3 inches from center at this point. Add new color at beginning or next rnd, cutting previous color yarn. IMPORTANT NOTE: From this point on, increases will continue every other rnd, once in the segment between two markers (eight sections.)

Rnd 15: *P1, inc 1 purlwise, repeat from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 16: Purl to end of rnd.

At this point, you will continue to increase every other rnd for approximately 2 2/3 inches. Switch to third color at this point. Then purl two rnds.

*K1, inc 1, repeat from * to end of round. Knit to end of next round. Continue in this matter for approximately 2 1/2 inches and then cut this yarn and change colors as you desire.

Continue increasing every other round until piece measures approximately 10 inches from center. On the next round without increases leave yarn attached but just hanging there. Now, using waste yarn, knit stitches of first segment from beginnng of round marker. Place these stitches back onto the left needle and pick up original yarn and continue knitting the waste yarn stitches. Knit the next segment (between two markers.) Again, using waste yarn, knit stitches of the next segment between two markers, slip waste stitches back onto left needle and picking up original yarn continue knitting the waste yarn stitches. Knit remaining segments of this round. Measurement from armhole to armhole should be approximately 20 inches.

Continue knitting as before, increasing 1 stitch in each segment every other round until piece measures about two inches from armhole. At beginning of round, switch to Ozark Handspun and continue knitting as before increasing every other round until piece measures about 3 1/2 inches.

Switch back to one of the previous tweed colors and continue knitting as before until piece measures about 10 inches from armhole. Loosely BO sts. Using US size N crochet hook with Ozark Handspun, single crochet around outer edge of circle. Fasten off and bury ends.

Finishing: Using DPNs and carefully removing waste yarn, pick up and knit the armhole stitches with tweed yarn for one row and then loosely bind off. Fasten off and bury ends.

Your finished garment may require a light blocking before wearing. You may add a button if desired or use a shawl pin as a closure.

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Circle Jacket.

Pattern: Ozark Knit Cap and Wristlets

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 17:07:00 +0000

Daughter-in-law Lori with daughter Rylee wearing two different colorways

Description: This crazy hat and wristlet set are a quick and easy knit that results in a flattering look for anyone with the bonus of keeping you warm on a cold day.
Skill Level: Easy
Size: Medium, Large

MATERIALS: 1 Skein Ozark Handspun Yarn

1 Skein Rowan Big Wool

1 Set US size 15 19 inch circular knitting needles

1 US size P crochet hook

1 Tapestry Needle

stitch marker

INSTRUCTIONS:

Hat: Ribbing - Using US size 15 circular needles and Rowan, cast on 36 (40) stitches. Join stitches making sure not to twist yarn, place beginning of row marker.

Row 1: *Knit 2, purl 2, prepat from * to end of row.

Rows 2-16: Repeat row 1. Cut yarn and attach Ozark Handspun.

Rows 17-19: Knit.

Row 20: *Knit 5, knit 2 together, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 21: Knit.

Row 22: *Knit 4, knit 2 together, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 23: Knit.

Row 24: *Knit 3, knit 2 together, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 25: Knit.

Row 26: *Knit 5, knit 2 together, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 27: Knit.

Row 28: Knit, decreasing evenly throughout this row to end up with approximately 10 stitches.

Cut yarn leaving about 8 inches for weaving through the remaining stitches by pulling them through with a crochet hook (if a smaller hook is easier to use for you do so.) Fasten off and bury ends.

Wristlets: Using Us size 15 circular needles and Rowan yarn, cast on 16 stitches.

Row 1: *Knti 2, purl 2, repeat from * until end of row.

Row 2 (WS): *Purl 2, knit 2, repeat from * until end of row.

Rows 3-16: Repeat rows 1 and 2.

Row 17: Loosely bind off in knit-wise fashion. Break off yarn and leave a 5 inch tail.

Knit a second wristlet in the same fashion.

Finishing: Using a tapestry needle and Rowan, tail, sew wrong size edges tohether for about 1 inch. Fasten off and bury ends.

Leaving an opening for the thumb, sew remainder of wristlet together using Rowan. Fasten off and bury ends. Do the same for the other wristlet.

Cuff Edging: Using US size P crochet hook and Ozark Handspun, cingle crochet one or two rows around upper edge of wristlet. Fasten off and bury ends.

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Knit Cap and Wristlets.

Pattern: Ozark Handspun Eco-Capelet

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:38:00 +0000

This was featured in the Spring/Summer 2008 issue of Vogue Knitting in their Natural Selection Section

Short Description: This charming little capelet is knitted using Ozark Handspun Yarn in Dark Natural and natural roving which are eco-friendly products. A recycled leather pin was used as a whimsical closure.
Skill Level: Easy
Sizes: One Size fits most.
Finished Measurements: Approximately 43 inches wide by 22 inches long.
Gauge: 1.5 stitches per inch in Stockinette St.
Abbreviations: CO=cast on; K=knit; P=purl; BO=bind off; RS=right side; WS=wrong side; sc=single crochet; dc=double crochet.
Notes or tips: When casting on and binding off, keep tension loose. When crocheting edging, use a relaxed tension.

MATERIALS:
3 Skeins Ozark Handspun Yarn
1 Roll Ozark Handspun Pencil Roving
1 Pair US size 15 Circular knitting needles, 24 inches
1 US size Q crochet hook
1 Recycled pin for closure

INSTRUCTIONS:
Holding one strand of Ozark Handspun pencil roving and one strand of Ozark Handspun together, loosely cast on three stitches.
Row 1: (WSW) Purl.
Row 2: (RS) Increase in first stitch, knit to last stitch. Increase in last stitch.
Rows 3-22: Repeat rows 1 and 2.
Rows 23-26: Increase one stitch at beginning and end of each row.
Row 27: Knit this row until there are 12 stitches remaining.
Row 28: Purl this row until there are 12 stitches remaining.
Row 29: Knit the stitches between the 12 stitches on each end of row.
Row 30: Purl the stitches between the 12 stitches on each end of row.
Row 31: Knit to the end of row (including 12 stitches at end.)
Row 32: Purl to end of row (including 12 stitches at end.)
Row: Break off Ozark Handspun yarn and with remaining strand of Ozark pencil roving, very loosely bind off. Fasten off and bury end.
Crocheted Edging: Using US size Q crochet hook and with wide edge of capelet facing you, attach Ozark Handspun at the corner edge. Chain 2, *dc into next stitch, dc twice into next stitch, repeat from * across to end. This will create a collar for your capelet.
Leaving yarn attached, sc into each stitch around the two edges remaining to finish off. Fasten off and bury ends. Use a recycled pin of your choice to ace as a closure.

designed by Janice Rosema for Ozark Handspun, January 2008

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Handspun Eco Capelet.

Pattern: Ozark Knitted Neckwarmer

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:19:00 +0000

MATERIALS:

1 Skein Ozark Handspun Yarn or Ozark Handspun Opulent

1 Pair US size 17 knitting needles

1 Large button

1 Needle and thread

Abbreviations: K=knit; p=purl; k2tog=knit 2 together; c0=cast on; b0=bind off; st(s)=stitch(es)

Gauge: Ozark Handspun Yarn=1.5 sts per inch; Ozark Handspun Opulent=3 sts per inch

INSTRUCTIONS:

Using US size 17 needles, co 14 sts loosely. This neckwarmer is knitted in garter stitch.

Knit each row until neckwarmer measures approximately 10 inches.

Next row: k2tog, knit to the last two sts and k2tog (12 sts.)

Continue knitting until skein is almost gone (saving enough to bind off.) Loosely bo. Fasten off and bury ends.

Finishing: Because of the size of needles used and gauge of yarn, no buttonhole is required. attach button to narrow end of the neckwarmer with needle and thread. Slip button through wider end in area that gives you a perfect fit.

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Knitted Neck Warmer.

Pattern: Ozark Crocheted Curly Wool Hat

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:53:00 +0000

Our daughter-in-law, Lori and son, JT posing in Ozark Crocheted Curly Wool hats with their daughter, Rylee .

MATERIALS:

1 Skein Ozark Handspun Yarn (100g/34yd)
1 Skein Manos del Uruguay (139yd)--you can also knit from your stash using your worsted weight yarn of choice as I did here.
1 US size Q crochet hook
1 US size K crochet hook

Size: One size fits most but can be sized as explained instructions.
Abbreviations: Ch=chain; sc=single crochet; dc=double crochet; sl st=slip stitch; st(s)=stitch(es); tog=together

INSTRUCTIONS:
Top: Using US size Q crochet hook and Ozark Handspun, ch3 and sl st tog to form a ring.
Round 1: Ch3, sc 10 sts into the center ring, sl st tog into top of ch3 to join.
Round 2: Ch3, *dc into next st, dc2 into next st, repeat from * to end of round, sl to tog into top of ch3 to join.
Round 3: Ch3, *dc into next 3 sts, dc2 into next st, repeat from * to end of round, sl st tog into top of ch3 to join.
Round 4: Ch3, *dc into next 5 sts, dc2 into next st, repeat from * to end of round, sl st tog into top of ch3 to join.
Repeat round 4 until you have used up the skein of yarn. Do not be concerned that the shape is perfect as this is what gives the hat charm.
Band: Now, changing to Manos or other worsted weight yarn of choice and using US size K crochet hook, attach yarn, ch2, *sc into next st, skip 1, sc into next st, repeat from * to end of round. Sl st tog into top of ch2 to join. At this point, the hat will begin shaping for fit. This will be controlled by how many decreases are done in subsequent rows. Take care not to get the fit too tight, you should be able to comfortably insert two fingers between the band. Once you are satisfied with the fit, cintinue in the following manner.
Next Rows: Sc evenly for each round for approximately ten rows. Make sure the hat hits just below the top of your ears as that will make for a comfortable fit and also allow you to pull it down when it is cold outside. Cut yarn, fasten off and bury ends.

designed by Janice Rosema for Ozark Handspun, December 2007

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Crocheted Curly Wool Hat.

Pattern: Ozark Wrap

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:14:00 +0000

MATERIALS:

4 Skeins Ozark Handspun Yarn

1 Pair US Size 35 knitting needles

1 US Size N crochet hook

Measurements: Put your arms down at your side and measure from the center of your chest around your arms and back to the center of your chest. Subtract 2-3 inches from this measurement to get your length. Width is 21 inches.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Cast on 24 or the number of sts necessary for 21 inches. Knit to the measurement of your chest. This needs to be a little snug so I would recommend pinning it before casting off to check the fit. Bind off loosely.

Finishing: Weave short ends together. With an N crochet hook, crochet around the top of the wrap to bring it in slightly. this is very cute worn slightly off one shoulder. So easy and so chic!

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Wrap.

Pattern: Ozark Mobius Shawl

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:52:00 +0000

MATERIALS:

4 Skeins Ozark Handspun yarn in different, coordinating colorways

1 Set US Size 35 24 inch circular knitting needles

1 Set US Size 19 24 inch circular knitting needles

INSTRUCTIONS:

Using US Size 35 needles, cast on 50 loose stitches. Place marker on last st. Join forming circle.Change color. Seed stitch 49 stitches. Twist chain one-half turn. Knit 1 st. Change color. *Seed stitch 50 stitches. Change color. Repeat from * until 3 colors are finished.

Last row: Cast of 25 stitches. Switch to US Size 19 needles, cast of remainder tightly forming neckline.

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Mobius Shawl.

Pattern: Ozark Apple Peel Sweater

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 21:08:00 +0000

Description of design: This concept for a sweater is based on an apple peeling. This look is achieved by creating two scarves and then wrapping them around your body ending up with a very hip and well-fitting sweater (with or without sleeves.)

Skill Level: Easy
Sizes: Small to large depending on how you drape the scarves and your body shape before sewing together.

MATERIALS:
4 (4,5) Skeins Ozark Handspun for small size (medium,large)
2 (2,3) different worsted weight yarns of your choice
1 pair US Size 17-19 inch circular knitting needles
1 pair US Size 35 knitting needles
1 US Size P crochet hook
Stitch markers
Pins
Measuring tape
Stitch holder
Tapestry Needle

Note: When switching between worsted weight yarns knitted on size 17 needles and Ozark Handspun knitted on US Size 35 needles, you will have 20 stitches in worsted weight and 10 stitches in Ozark Handspun. Note this in instructions.

INSTRUCTIONS:
Using US Size 17 needles and one of the worsted weight yarns, cast on 20 stitches, knit 6 rows, break off yarn and add second worsted weight yarn, knit 4 rows, break off yarn.
Change to US Size 35 needles and add Ozark Handspun, knit 2 together across row (you will now have 10 stitches on needles. Knit 2 rows with Ozark Handspun, break off yarn. Change back to US Size 17 needles and using one of the worsted weight yarns, knit, increasing in each stitch until there are 20 stitches on needle. Continue in this manner until you have a piece measuring approximately 65 inches, bind off loosely, break off yarn. Fasten off and bury ends.
Using the US Size P crochet hook, single crochet around edge of scarf. Fasten off and bury ends.
In the same fashion, create a second scarf. When on last row, place the remaining 20 stitches on a holder and break off yarn. When crocheting around edge leave this area undone as this will allow adjustments in fit and drape of sweaters later.
Finishing: Take scarves and place finished ends of scarves on your shoulders with longer length down your back. Pin each of these pieces at point where you desire neckline in front. Now, take the finished scarf and begin to drape around your body at a diagonal angle (having a friend help makes this whole process easier.) Pin in place. Wrap second scarf around your body lining it up with the first scarf in terms of edges meeting and pin as you go. You will end up with a little "fishtail" effect in the back which can be lessened or added to where you have left the stitches on the holder. When it has the desired effect, finish off that area of the scarf. Whip stitch these scarves together on the diagonal and at the neckline areas. Using Ozark Handspun, single crochet around the neckline and (if you desire a sleeveless sweater) around the sleeve openings.
In the event you desire sleeves, using US Size 17 needles and worsted weight yarn, pick up an even number of stitches around sleeve openings (count these on each sleeve opening before beginning as they may vary a bit and will require either a few increases or a few decreases to match them up so keep this in mind.) Join stitches being careful not to twist them, place beginning of row marker and knit until sleeve is length desired. Bind off loosely and bury ends. Using US Size P crochet hook and Ozark Handspun, single crochet a row around edge of sleeve. Slip stitch together and fasten off and bury ends.

Designed by Janice Rosema for Ozark Handspun, December 2007

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Apple Peel Sweater.

Pattern: Ozark Fashion Capelet

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 20:55:00 +0000

Description: This is a charming fashion accessory designed to cover the shoulders and feature a millinery flower or great vintage pin as a closure.

Skill Level: Easy
Size: One size fits most.

MATERIALS:
3 Skeins Ozark Handspun yarn
1 set US Size 15-24 inch circular knitting needles
1 US Size Q crochet hook
Several stitch markers
1 Fastener-millinery flower pin, shawl pin, vintage pin or other type of your choosing

INSTRUCTIONS:
Cast on 10 stitches using US Size 15-24 inch circular needles and Ozark Handspun yarn.
(WS) Row 1: Purl.
(RS) Row 2: Increase in first stitch, knit across until one stitch remains, increase last stitch.
Rows 3-21: Repeat rows 1 and 2.
Rows 22-25: Increase once in each row at beginnng and end of row.
Row 26: Knit until 12 stitches reamin, place marker.
Row 27: Purl back until 12 stitches remain, place marker.
Row 28: Knit stitches between the markers.
Row 29: Purl stitches between the markers.
Row 30: Knit to end of row, removing marker.
Row 31: Purl to end of row, removing marker.
Bind off loosely. Break off yarn and bury ends.
Collar: Using US Size Q crochet hook, with wide edge of capelet facing you, attach yarn at corner edge. Chain 2, * double crochet into next stitch, double crochet twice into next stitch, repeat from * across to end. Leave yarn attached and single crochet around remainder of capelet ending up where you initially attached the yarn. Fasten off and bury ends.
Finishing: Make sure all your ends are fastened off and buried. Next, use millinery flower pin, shawl pin or vintage pin to fasten front together.

designed by Janice Rosema for Ozark Handspun, January 2008

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Fashion Capelet.

Pattern: Ozark Shruglet

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 00:18:00 +0000

Description: This shruglet/sweater is a wonderfully quick knit using Ozark Handspun and Noro Silk Garden. It is easily sized to fit most figure types.
Skill Level: Easy
Sizes: Small to Large
Finished Measurements: Small-40x39 inches; medium-50x39 inches; large-63x39 inches. These are approximate measurements as gauge is not that critical in this garment.
Gauge: Approximately 1 and one-half stitches per inch in both yarns.

MATERIALS:
4 (4,5) Skeins Ozark Handspun Yarn
1 (1,1) Skein Noro Silk Garden
1 Set US Size 15 24-inch circular needles
1 Set US Size 15 19-inch circular needles
1 US Size P Crochet hook
1 Shawl pin or decorative closure
1 Measuring tape
1 pair scissors
1 Tapestry needle
Stitch markers

Notes or tips: When knitting, cast on and bind off in a relaxed fashion. When knitting with the Noro, knit loosely as you want to have a very open lacy look to the sleeves.

INSTRUCTIONS:
Body: Using Size 15 24-inch circular needles and Ozark Handspun, cast on 60 (66,70) st.
(Wrong side) Row 1: Knit across.
(Right side) Row 2: Purl across.
Repeat rows 1 and 2 three times (reverse stockinette stitch) ending on the wrong side.
(Right side) Continue knitting in stockinette fashion until piece measures approximately 18 inches.
Repeat reverse stockinette stitch as above until piece measures approximately 20 inches.
Bind off loosely on right side of knitting. Fasten off and bury ends.
Sleeves: Find the center of the body of shruglet and place a marker. Using size 15 19-inch circular needles and Noro, pick up 30 stitches from the right edge of garment for all sizes (small ending at center marker, medium 3 stitches before cetner marker and large 5 stitches before cernter marker.) Join stitches being careful not to twist them, place beginning of row marker.
Knit in circular fashion until sleeve measures approximately 13 inches. At this point, you will decrease evenly in this row to end up with 27 stitches on needles (for all sizes.) Continue knitting until piece measures approximately 16 inches and decrease evenly in this row to end up with 22 stitches on needles (for all sizes.) Loosely bind off.
Create a second sleeve in similar fashion beginning from the center marker when making a size small (medium 3 stitches to the left of center marker, large 5 stitches to the left side of center marker) and ending at the left edge of body of garment. When sleeve is complete, bind off.
Using remaining Ozark Handspun, single crochet two rows at sleeve edge. Fasten off and bury ends. For the stitches between the sleeves at the back of shruglet body, fill in with one row of single crochet using Ozark Handspun. Fasten off and bury ends.
At this point, make sure all your ends are buried and add a wonderful millinery flower or shawl pin as a fastener.

Designed by Janice Rosema for Ozark Handspun, December 2007

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Shruglet.

Pattern: Ozark Feathers and Fluff Bag

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 22:34:00 +0000

MATERIALS:
3-4 skeins of Ozark Handspun Yarn, depending upon thickness desired
1 pair US Size 35 needles (Size 19 is fine if you prefer a desner texture)
1 Set purse handles
Feathers
Glue
Fabric
Sewing needle
Thread

INSTRUCTIONS:
Using the #35 needles, cast on 18 sts and knit for 19 inches.
Cut one or two skeins of Ozark in 6 inch lengths. Tie one piece to each stitch in the purse. You may need more than one skein for this. Glue in feathers randomly. Let dry following directions o n the glue bottle. Sew sides of purse together and secure handle(s). Make a fabric envelope to fit and sew inside purse.

Source for feathers, The Feather Place, (213) 291-3253, thpla@featherplace.com
Source for glue, Aleene's Fabric Fusion Glue at Michael's.

Designed by Carol Porter for Ozark Handspun, November 2007

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Feathers and Fluff Bag.

Pattern: Ozark Tortoise Shell Handle Bag

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 22:29:00 +0000

MATERIALS:
2 Skeins of Ozark Handspun Yarn
1 Pair Size US 19 Knitting Needles
1 Pair Tortoise Shell Purse Handles
1 US Size P or S Crochet Hook
1/8 yd of Fabric for lining
1 standard sewing needle
Thread

INSTRUCTIONS:
Using the US size 19 needles, cast on 22 sts. Knit to 19 inches and bind off loosely.
Finishing: Secure handles in place using the crochet hook. Single crochet the length of the opening of the handle. Crochet the first row to the purse where the handle is to be placed then continue to crochet the length you need to put through the opening in the handle and secure back to the beginning of the crochet. this will give you a very sturdy connection together. Fold purse in half and sew sides together. Make a fabric envelope and sew inside the purse.

Optional: Glue in feathers in a group as shown in the photo.

Designed by Carol Porter for Ozark Handspun, November 2007

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Tortoise Shell Handbag.

Pattern: Ozark Leafy Scarf

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 22:10:00 +0000

MATERIALS:
2 Skeins Ozark Handspun Yarn
1 Skein cashmere
1 Pair US Size 35 Knitting Needles
1 set US Size 8 double pointed needles (Optional: Wonder Knitter by Clover)

INSTRUCTIONS: Using Ozark Handspun yarn and Size 35 needles, cast on 8 sts. Knit until both skeins of Ozark have been used.
Using the double pointed needles or the Wonder Knitter and the cashmere yarn, knit the i-cord to 2 3/4 yds long. Use the remaining cashmere to make the leaves small, medium and large.
LEAVES:
Large Leaf: Cast on 5 sts.
Row 1: RS, K2, yo, k1, yo, k2 (7 sts.)
Row 2 and all WS rows, purl.
Row 3: K3, yo, k1, yo, k3 (9 sts.)
Row 5: K4, yo, k1, yo, k4 (11 sts)
Row 7: K5, yo, k1, yo, k4 (13 sts)
Row 9: Ssk, k9, k2tog (11 sts)
Row 11: Ssk, k7, k2tog (9 sts)
Row 13: Ssk, k5, k2tog (7 sts)
Row 15: Ssk, k3, k2tog (5 sts)
Row 17: Ssk, k1, k2tog (3 sts)
Row 19: Sl1, k2tog, psso (1 st) Bind off.
Medium Leaf: Cast on 5 sts. Follow directions for large leaf rows 1-6, then skip to rows 11-19.
Small Leaf: Cast on 5 sts. Follow directions for large leaf rows 1-2, then skip to rows 15-19.
FINISHING: Place i-cord on scarf as though it were a vine. Pin in place and sew with thread.
Place leaves next to cord and sew in place. Vary the sizes and number of leaves. See photo.

Designed by Carol Porter for Ozark Handspun, November 2007

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Leafy Scarf.

Pattern: Ozark Handspun and Dune Scarf

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 07:08:00 +0000

MATERIALS:
2 Skeins Ozark Handspun yarn
1 Louet Kidlin
1 Trendsetter Dune
1 Pair US Size 17 Needles
1 Pair US Size 35 Needles
1 US Size P Crochet Hook

Measurements: 10 x 72 inches
INSTRUCTIONS: Using Size 17 needles, cast on 20 sts in Trendsetter Dune. Knit 4 rows.
Cut and tie on Louet Kidlin. Knit 6 rows.
Cut and tie on Ozark Handspun. Switch to US Size 35 needles, k2tog across row (10 sts.) Knit 3 rows.
Cut Ozark Handspun yarn and tie on Louet Kidlin. Switch to size 17 needles and increase 1 st in each st across the row (20 sts). Knit 4 rows.
Cut and tie on Trendsetter Dune. Knit 6 rows.
Cut and tie on Ozark Handspun. Switch to US Size 35 needles, k2tog across row (10 sts.) Knit 3 rows.
Repeat pattern to 72 inches.
Finishing: Using Size P crochet hook, single crochet Ozark Handspun yarn loosely around the entire edge of the piece. (Recommended only for the scarf.)

Options: Feel free to vary the striping pattern as you wish. As is, the completed scarf has 40 rows of Ozark, 60 rows of Kidlin and 54 rows of Dune with leftovers of Dune and Kidlin for additional rows. If you want to add more rows of Ozark Handspun you will need another skein.

If you would rather make a wrap (shawl) than a scarf, simply double the number of sts and buy one more skein of each of the yarns listed above.

Designed by Carol Porter for Ozark Handspun, October 2007

Printing Instructions: To print click OH and Dune Scarf.

Yarn List Updated

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 20:40:00 +0000

Our new yarns have been updated in our Webshots photo album. The new colors are (in alphabetical order):

Arabian Night 1407
Atomic 1149
Baby Teal 1360
Black 1390
Black Forest 324
Blue Diamond 1418
Coppelia 1406
Easter Star 394
Everglade 134
Fandango 1409
Fur 314
Gray Dawn 338
Holly Berry 1408
Ivy 1140
La Folie 1412
Lucinda 1410
Malibu 335
Marley 1377
Merlot 1357
Nitro 1417
Nut Cracker 1416
Outlaw 400
Peach Sherbet 405
Prairie Rose 354
Rachel Royal 1415
Rain Storm 1358
Robin Hood 1389
Singin' the Blues 1356

They will be updated on the onliine ordering tool through Shopatron this week.

Greetings from Long Beach

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 15:22:00 +0000

Hello everybody!
We are at the Winter Trade Show for The National Needlearts Association in Long Beach California. We flew in on Thursday to set up our booth and look at the results!

For the first time we have two booths. So this is 10 feet wide and 20 feet deep. Janice Rosema, the lady in the first picture, brought some of her display materials like the 'girls' above to help us show off our wares.

Wish us good luck and hope to see you here.

Pattern: Ozark Prince Edward Piece

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 18:16:00 +0000

MATERIALS:
2 Skeins Ozark Handspun yarn
1 Pair Size US 50 Knitting Needles
Optional: 25 yards of Hanah Silk Ribbons

MEASUREMENTS:
For the length, put your arms down at your side and measure from the center of your chest around your arms and back to the center of your chest.
Subtract 3 inches from this measurement to get the length.
The width will be 16 inches wide when worn.

DIRECTIONS:
Using Ozark Handspun yarn, cast on 14 sts with the Size US 50 needles.
Knit until you have reached the length previously measured.
Bind off loosely.
Finishing: Place the short ends of the wrap side by side. Flip one end over to give the wrap the twist.
Pin the two short ends together and try the garment on. It should fit snugly around the shoulders.
If you are satisfied with the fit, weave the two ends together.
Cut the Hanah Silk ribbons in 5 inch lengths and tie as thickly as possible around the top and the bottom of the wrap.

Knitting tip: This is a very open top. If you want to knit one that is warmer, simply knit with a US Size 35 needle. You will need to recalculate the gauge and the number of stitches.

Designed by Carol Porter for Ozark Handspun, August 2007

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Prince Edward Piece.

Pattern: Ozark Ruffle Wrap

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 18:17:00 +0000

MATERIALS
2 Skeins Ozark Handspun yarn
2 skeins Kidlin yarn by Louet in worsted weight
1 pair size US 50 needles
1 pair size US 15 needles
1 pair size US 17 circular needles

DIRECTIONS
Using size 50 needles and Ozark yarn, cast on 1 st. Knit. Increase 1 in this st (2 sts). Increase 1 in both of those sts. Thereafter, increase one st in the first and last sts of each row until you run out of yarn. BO loosely. Stretch each side to loosen it up. Block out to the maximum size. Steam lightly.
Using size 15 needles and Kidlin yarn, pick up as many sts as possible along one side only. Switch to the circular #17 needles and increase 1 st in each st across the row. Do this for a total of three rows. BO loosely. Do the same for the remaining two sides. It will be tight but you will have enough room on the needles for the sts on the longest side. Weave together the ends at the three corners.

So flattering and easy to wear!

Designed by Carol Porter for Ozark Handspun, Fall 2007

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Ruffle Wrap.

Pattern: Ozark Clutch Bag

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 18:01:00 +0000

MATERIALS:

1 skein Ozark Handspun yarn

1 skein of color A worsted weight, 100% wool yarn

2 skeins of color B worsted weight, 100% wool yarn

1 pair US Size 13 circular needles

1 pair US Size 11 needles

1 Magnetic clasp

2 Stitch markers

GAUGE: It is not important when knitting this bag.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Purse: With 2 strands of yarn A, CO 90 sts.

Join in the round.

Place stitch marker on 1st and 45 stitch.

Knit 1 round.

Purl 1 round.

Knit 1 round.

Purl 1 round.

Handles: One row buttonhole stitch.

K 10.

BO 25 sts and needle CO 26 sts.

Slip the first stitch from the left needle and pass the extra cast on stitch over it to close the handle.

K 20.

BO 25 sts and CO 26 sts.

Slip the first stitch from the left needle and pass the extra casdt on stitch over it to close the handle.

K 10.

Purl 1 round.

Knit 1 round.

Cut one strand of wool and add Ozark Handspun yarn.

Purl 4 rounds.

Cut Ozark Handspun yarn and yarn A.

Add 2 strands of yrn B. Knit with B for 10 inches.

*At 1st marker, K2tog, Knit to other marker, K2tog, Knit to finish round. Knit 2 rows.

*Repeat 2 more times.

Last row: At marker, k2tog, knot to other marker, k2tog, knit to finish round.

Turn bag inside out.

Finish with 3 needle BO.

Flap: Using yarn A, PU 15 stitches from center back.

Knit 11 rows.

Row 12: K2tog, K11, K2tog.

Row 13: Knit.

Row 14: k2tog, K9, K2tog.

Row 15: Knit.

Row 16: BO.

Rose: CO 10 sts Ozark Handspun yarn.

Row 1: Knit.

Row 2: Purl.

Cut Ozark yarn and add 2 strands yarn B.

Rows 3: Knit into front and back of st, of all the stitches.

Row 4: Knit.

Row 5: Knit into front and back of st, of all the stitches.

Row 6: Knit.

Row 7: Knit into front and back of st, of all the stitches.

Row 8: Knit.

Row 9: BO.

Machine felt bag and rose: Place bag and rose in washing machine along with two old towels or a pair of jeans. Set machine to hot/cold. Add detergent. Run bag through entire cycle. Bag should shrink about 40% of the original size. Sometimes bag may need to go through the cycle again. Once it has shrunk to the desired size, shape bag and let dry. Add magnetic clasp. Sew rose to flap covering top of magnetic clasp.

Created by Margie Fish at The Shepherdess for Ozark Handspun, January 2007.

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Clutch Bag.

Pattern: Ozark Stole

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 17:35:00 +0000

MATERIALS:

4-5 skeins Ozark Handspun in different coordinating colors

1 pair Size US 35 knitting needles

1 pair Size 19 knitting needles

DIRECTIONS:

Using size 35 needles, cast on 60 loose stitches. Leave an 8-10 inch fringe.

Change color. Start with 8-10 inch fringe. Seed stitch or garter stitch (your preference) entire row. Leave an 8-10 inch fringe.

Break yarn.

Repeat with different colors until all have been used.

Repeat the color pattern 4-5 times.

With size 19 knitting needles, cast off tightly. This creates a neckline.

Tie off all fringe.

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Stole.

New Knit Knit book features Ozark Handspun

noreply@blogger.com (Mark Bult) — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 00:13:00 +0000

We're in a book! Ozark Handspun is featured in the new book from KnitKnit magazine, KnitKnit: Profiles + Projects from Knitting's New Wave.

KnitKnit's one of our all-time favorites. We love it so much we donated yarn for the magazine's fifth issue last year, which artist Josh Faught used to crochet sashes for each copy.

KnitKnit founder Sabrina Gschwandtner (whose name is even harder to spell than ours) and photographer Kiriko Shirobayashi traveled from New York to visit us and see the Ozark Handspun shop where we make what Sabrina describes as "riotously colorful, wildly textured handspun yarn."

"David and Terri run their company out of the same two-story, red brick home in Jefferson City that David purchased after he sold the sheep farm... Periodically peering out the window to enjoy the impressive view, David listens to the Beatles, the Who, Johnny Cash, and the Rolling Stones while he spins, leaving a fine dust of colored fiber on his jeans..."

"A skein of Ozark Handspun, with all its texture, shape, and color is almost like an object that's already been knitted. With it, David hopes to inspire a whole new crop of knitters and all new types of knitted objects."

Sabrina also talked with our friend and designer Sarah Kohl, who contributed a pattern to the book — one of her fabulous and popular handbags.

Buy the book, it's fantastic! If you haven't seen the magazine before, check out KnitKnit's website.

Pattern: Ozark Southwest Capelet

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 20:42:00 +0000

MATERIALS:

3 Skeins Ozark Handspun yarn

24 oz. random worsted weight handspun or other natural fiber yarn(s) They may be single ply or multi-ply yarns such as Lamb's Pride, Cascade, Malabrigo, Manos del Uruguay, Rio de la Plata or other similar yarns. I like mixing handspuns with some of the commercial yarns.

1 US size 11 circular needles (24 in.)

1 Large button

1 Tapestry needle

1 US size N crochet hook

Note: To create random knitting pattern rows, refer to any stitch dictionary and use designs of your choice such as Seed Stitch, Drop Stitch, Garter Stitch or Stockinette Stitch.

INSTRUCTIONS:
FRONT: Using US Size 11 needles, cast on 50 sts. using worsted weight yarn.
Rows 1-8: Knit (subsequent bands of color can vary in number of rows as you choose.)
There are approximately 7 bands of color in each front panel.
Switch yarn, continue random bands of knitting with various stitch patterns as noted above. Change colors at beginning of rows as you desire. Include 2 or 3 randomly placed rows of drop stitches (Ozark Handspun yarn will be woven through these later.)
Continue in this fashion until piece measures about 20 inches. Bind off and bury ends.
Next, create a second panel measuring about 20 inches using the same guidelines varying the placement of colors and stitches so the resulting piece will coordinate with but not match the first piece. When completed, bind off and bury ends.
BACK: Using US Size 11 needles, cast on 22 sts. Knit in random patterns and colors as done for previous sections. Do not use drop stitches in this piece.
Row 1: Knit in front and back of first stitch, knit across until two stitches remain and K2tog.
Row 2: Purl.
Repeat rows 1 and 2 until piece measures approximately 30 inches.
FINISHING: Using Ozark Handspun yarn, weave through drop stitches, creating loops that will be tacked in place with a contrasting color of worsted weight yarn. With right sides facing and using a coordinating yarn, sew pieces together. Next, cut approximately 8 inch lengths of Ozark Handspun yarn and attach fringe to bottom edge of back and along seam lines to create a textured edge.
Using US Size N crochet hook and Ozark Handspun, loosely single crochet along front and neckline edges leaving a length of Ozark measuring approximately 7 to 8 inches.
Using Ozark Handspun cut into approximately 7 inch lengths attach fringe to front edge. Create button fastening with worsted weight yarn, chain 3-4 sts (depending on size of button) and then single crochet around the chains to form a nice button loop. Sew button in place. Fasten off and bury ends.

Designed by Janice Rosema for Ozark Handspun, August 2007

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Southwest Capelet.

Pattern: Ozark Triangular Shawl

noreply@blogger.com (Ozark Handspun) — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 20:23:00 +0000

MATERIALS:
5 Skeins Ozark Handspun
1 US Size 35 Knitting Needles (straight or circular)

INSTRUCTIONS:
Cast on 2 sts.
Row 2: Knit, increasing at beginning and end of row.
Rows 3-12: Repeat as instructions for row 2.
Row 13: Knit across. Cast on 25 sts.
Row 14: Knit across. Cast on 25 sts.
Rows 15-18: Knit across.
Row 19: Bind off knitwise.
FINISHING:
Cut remaining yarn into 12 inch lengths.
Measure in 30 inches from tip of longest area of wrap on both sides, mark with safety pins.
Begin tying one 12 inch length of yarn in each stitch between the two safety pins.
Attach 4 lengths at ends of each long section.

Designed by David Gentzsch for Ozark Handspun, October 2006.

Printing Instructions: To print click Ozark Triangular Shawl.