Sleigh bells and snowflakes are on my mind as I work on my sparkly Christmas sweater. I just can’t wait to finish my sweater, so I can wear it!
I finished the body portion, and set it aside on stitch holders. And now, I’m starting the sleeves already.
Did you notice that I added a green edging on the sweater? I think it adds a nice touch of color.
Be sure to check back to see the progress on my sweater. Won’t it be fun to see the twinkly colors together in the Fair Isle yoke?
- Shandeh
Happy Holidays! 
This year, I have decided to knit a Christmas sweater! Yay!
Bernat’s Happy Holidays yarn is perfect for my plan.
I was hoping there would be an pattern available on the website, but unfortunately I was out of luck.
So, I’m improvising. 
After doing a few gauge swatches with the Happy Holidays yarn, I learned that I knit this yarn much thicker than the website advises. It is turning out very similar to the gauge I get with Bernat Softee Chunky.
So, I looked to see what sweater patterns are available for THAT yarn, and found something that will look very festive with the Happy Holidays yarn. A Fair-Isle Yoke Sweater!
Twinkly White yarn will be used for the body of the sweater, with Silvered Red and Glittery Green added for the Fair-Isle yoke.
I am very excited about this project, because I’ve always wanted a handknit Christmas sweater.
After just a week of knitting, I have completed a good part of the main body. So fun and sparkly!
- Shandeh
It’s not quite officially winter, but the freezing temperatures outside haven’t received the memo. Not good if you’re like me and have young kids who have either a.) lost one mitten and need a replacement or b.) lost both mittens and need replacements.
So I needed to quickly knit up some warm mittens for some very cold fingers. The Family Mittens & Hats (knit) pattern was just what the doctor kids ordered. I knit the smallest size in Bernat Felting on size 8 dpns (couldn’t find the larger ones, and figured a tighter knit would equate to warmer hands).
Here is the finished product:
-teresaknits
I’ve finished my latest project in record speed – just in time to enjoy during a cold weather snap! I knitted the Cool Cables hat in just a couple of evenings and even seamed it up in time to wear for an evening trip to the grocery store! What’s more, it was a one-skein project!
I used Bernat Roving instead of Bernat Softee Chunky, which was a little tricky. The fluffiness of the lightly spun yarn made picking up and knitting the cables somewhat difficult, but I love the end result! So did my daughter — I think I will have to knit up another, slightly smaller one for her to wear, too.
-teresaknits
Project – Keyhole Scarf in Bernat Satin Sport
BernatCares free pattern
Blogger – Shandeh
My red lace scarf is getting prettier every day. I knitted the first lace section, then quickly completed the keyhole, where the other end of the scarf will slip through. Now, I’m halfway through knitting more of the lace pattern, to go around the neck.
Lace knitting can be a challenge, but this pattern isn’t difficult at all. There is a four row lace design, which has two “resting” rows of mostly purl stitches. I keep track of the four rows by using four coins to count them. Much easier than a traditional row counter.
When I start knitting the four row pattern, I have all four coins to my left. As I complete each row, I move a coin over to my right side. This helps me remember which row I’m knitting…..especially when watching television.
Do you have any tricks for counting rows as you knit?
- Shandeh
Project - Daisy Tunic Set
Bernat Pattern Book #530205 – It’s a Girl
Yarn – Bernat Softee Baby in Punch Fun
Blogger – DinaPurls
Well, the baby that wears this tunic and beret will be a very pretty baby indeed! Everything is finished and not a moment too soon.
I decided against making the daisy because I was pressed for time. The mom-to-be goes on mat leave this week, so she gets this outfit in a few days (and baby is supposed to arrive soon after).
I really like the beret, especially the details on the brim. Definitely can see myself making it again. It was a quick project and it looks so cute with the tunic.
Happy crafting friends
DinaPurls
Project – Keyhole Scarf in Bernat Satin Sport
BernatCares free pattern
Blogger – Shandeh
The scarf for my mom is such a wonderful project to knit! I’m loving the feel of the Bernat Satin Sport yarn, and the lacy design for the Keyhole Scarf keeps things interesting. It’s an easy pattern repeat, and makes a lovely scarf.
The Satin Sport yarn is so sweet, soft and delicate. I adore the way it feels as it flows through my fingers. And the fabric it creates is heavenly – looks and feels like velvet! This is a perfect choice of yarn for making a scarf, because it will feel wonderful next to the skin. Can’t wait to give it to her.
I think this scarf would be perfect for Mother’s Day, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or just any time of the year.
- Shandeh
Project - Daisy Tunic Set
Bernat Pattern Book #530205 – It’s a Girl
Yarn – Bernat Softee Baby in Punch Fun
Blogger – DinaPurls
Once I completed the front, I quickly seamed the sides and shoulders before working on the finishing details. Usually this is where I get bogged down (as I hate seaming). Also, I was feeling unsure about seaming crochet. Still I forged ahead because time is of the essence. The recipient of the beret and tunic will soon be on mat leave. Nothing like a deadline to motivate oneself!
Working the neckline and armhole details was quick. I made some modifications: I used a contrasting color for the neckline and eliminated the buttons (mainly to hasten the finishing).
The only thing I haven’t added is the daisy (and yes, I do realize its a daisy tunic, LOL). And that may have to wait. Since I have to finish ASAP, I skipped ahead to the beret. Hats usually progress quickly–hopefully I’ll have time to work the daisy too.
DinaPurls
Hello Bernat knitters and crocheters!
In addition to knitting and crocheting for the Bernat Blog, I also make items for a few customers, and occasionally make samples for display at local yarn shops. Recently, I knit a nice keyhole scarf for a new yarn shop in my area. My mother saw the scarf when I posted it on my photo site, and said that she wanted one!
So, I decided to make it on the Bernat Blog. I felt confident that Bernat would have a similar pattern for a keyhole scarf, and I was right! Satin Sport Keyhole Scarf
I’m using Bernat Satin Sport, a thinner version of Bernat’s popular Satin yarn, in the color “Rouge” (a nice bright red). You can see all the other colors of the yarn here.
The keyhole scarf looks like it will be a fun, easy project. The pattern is rated “Easy”, and it has a nice, lacy design. The lace pattern is a simple repeat of 4 rows, including some yarn-overs, a “psso” (pass slipped stitch over), and some knit 2 togethers. The wrong side rows are mostly purl stitches. I will probably post a video of how to do the lace pattern soon.
I would love to have some of you join me in knitting a keyhole scarf! There are so many lovely colors of Bernat Satin Sport, and I wish I could see this scarf made with all the different colors. Wait a minute…..I can ALREADY see the scarf in different colors…..with the Bernat Color Clicker! Oh well…..I still want you to join me in knitting the scarf, just for the fun of it!
Talk soon,
- Shandeh
Project - Daisy Tunic Set
Bernat Pattern Book #530205 – It’s a Girl
Yarn – Bernat Softee Baby in Punch Fun
Blogger – DinaPurls
Ha, just trying to be funny as I’m hookin’ away at that tunic. Slowly but surely I’m getting through it. And there is a bit of a learning curve. Such as figuring out the right side from the wrong side. I always mess that up in crochet. Luckily I placed a safety pin on the RS when it was mentioned in the pattern.
Initially I also had a hard time “reading” my stitches as I needed to dc in the sc of the previous row and sc in the dc stitches. It took some time, but I finally got the hang of it.
My other problem with crochet are the “accidental” increases along the edges, so I kept counting my stitches after each row–at least when I first started. To help me out further, I also used a couple of split rings to mark the first/last stitch at the end of each row. Split rings are awesome for crochet! (Although I’ll fess up to one goof-up ‘cuz I misread the pattern, but luckily it was an easy fix).
Despite the learning curve, I did manage to get through the armhole shaping and neckline. And the best thing about this tunic: no sleeves! Yay!
Next step: working the front.
DinaPurls
