Meditative knitting can be an alternate name for creating a beautiful wrap. James’ wrap designer patterns can be very relaxing, but the results are beautiful expressions of sophisticated knitting techniques.
“James taught me to use knitting as my daily meditation. I’m still an overworked restauranteur, but one that has more patience and less stress.” – Edith C.
This could be the softest, lightest scarf you will ever make.
Designer Knitting Pattern When I first saw Ecopuno yarn in white I immediately thought of light, fluffy snow. Snowflakes melt in your hand and this yarn seems to do the same.
I began to conceive snowflakes, large and small, fashioned from tiny eyelets. But I found all the options for creating eyelets disappointing. Needing them to be symmetrical, I created my own unique stitch. So, as you work this pattern, you’ll learn the new James’ Symmetrical Eyelet stitch.
And you’ll discover that this blend of the softest cotton with merino and alpaca is remarkable. What makes it so remarkable is the fact that it is 75% cotton, but you’re sure to believe it is entirely merino and alpaca. It is like knitting with air, when the air is filled with delicate snowflakes. ~James
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Yarn: Ecopuno from Lana Grossa
72% Cotton, 17% merino,11% Alpaca
235 yards/50 grams
US 7/4.5mm needles
Approx. 5.5 stitches per inch
DK weight
Skeins Needed for Diana: 4 balls
Gauge for Diana Pattern: 22.5 stitches = 4”/10cm on US 5/3.75mm after blocking
Suggested Needles and Notions:
US5/3.75mm 16’’/40.5cm circular*
Stitch markers
* Or size needed to obtain gauge
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Jo Anne Wrap/Scarf Designer Knitting Pattern
ECO-YARN PATTERN
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On those summer nights when there is a bit of chill in the air or you’re on the beach at sunset, a light and airy wrap can feel just right. And when you’re traveling a versatile fashion accessory that doubles as a wrap or a scarf is the ideal addition to your wardrobe. The Jo Anne wrap/scarf is designed for Solo Lino, the almost unbelievably soft recycled linen. This sport weight wonder is a delight to knit and feels wonderful against your skin. The fact that the durable 100% linen gets softer with each washing means over time you’ll love it even more.
This truly simple project is designed to be relaxing. So, just cast on, then knit the same stitch every row and bind off. How’s that for relaxation?
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Yarn: Solo Lino from Lana Grossa
80% Recycled Linen, 20% Linen
132 yards/50 grams
US 6/4mm needles
Sport weight
Balls Needed for Jo Anne: Colors A (B, C) = 4 (1, 1) Balls
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Marilyn Wrap/Scarf Designer Knitting Pattern
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This design uses eight patterns that are mirrored in a sequence from end to end.
When I wanted to create a wrap and scarf that is truly reversible, I searched through my collection of over 200 reversible stitch patterns. Then selected a few that are equally beautiful on both sides. The result is 16 different stitches.
For the yarn, I decided on two options: Basis, a blend of cotton, alpaca and cashmere; or Solo Lino, 80% recycled linen, 20% linen. Both are remarkable. Basis because its 75% cotton but you’re sure to believe it is entirely alpaca and cashmere. It does not feel, look or knit like a yarn that’s mostly cotton. The blended strand of alpaca and cashmere is wrapped in micro thin strands of cotton, which leave a glow of ultra-soft coziness. And Solo Lino because it doesn’t have the stiffness of linen yarn, instead its delightfully silky.
Knitting Help For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations and links to tutorial videos that will make knitting your project easier and even more fun. Visit the Knitting Help page on our web site.
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Yarn: Basis from Trendsetter
75% Cotton, 16% Alpaca, 9% Cashmere
210 yards/50 grams
US 6/4mm needles
Approx. 6 stitches per inch
Solo Lino from Lana Grossa
80% recycled linen, 20% linen
132 yards/50 grams
US 6/4mm needles
Approx. 6 stitches per inch
Balls Needed for Marilyn:
Basis: Wrap 9, Scarf 5
Solo Lino: Wrap 14, Scarf 7
Gauge for Marilyn Pattern: 24 stitches = 4”/10cm on US 6/4mm after blocking
Suggested Needles and Notions:
US6/4mm 16’’/40.5cm circular*
Stitch markers
* Or size needed to obtain gauge
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Marcella Wrap Designer Knitting Pattern
ECO-YARN PATTERN
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$ 15.00
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Inspired by the Marcella Kimono Cardigan, this piece is worked sideways. An openwork stitch pattern is combined with subtle, visible floats to create a mirrored design.
Designer Knitting Pattern One half is started in the center with provisional cast on stitches and worked to the edge. Then the provisional stitches are picked up and the second half is worked to the opposite edge. Enjoy the beautiful hand of Sueño as you knit, then slip into your cozy wrap and relax with a cup of tea.
This Peruvian yarn is a blend of soft superwash merino and bamboo and is made with strength and wearability in mind. The perfect amount of spring makes knitting with it a pleasure and allows for a variety of suitable gauges. Available in a wide range of lustrous solids, this washable, long lasting yarn is perfect for socks, sweaters, accessories, kid’s garments.
Knitting Help For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations and links to tutorial videos that will make knitting your project easier and even more fun. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.
Yarn: Sueño DK from HiKoo
80% Superwash Merino Wool, 20% Bamboo
255 yards/100 grams
US 3-7/3.25-4.5mm needles
Approx. 5-6 stitches per inch
DK weight
Skeins Needed for Marcella Pattern 5 balls
Gauge Needed for Marcella Pattern 21 sts and 29 rows = 4"/10cm on US 7/4.5mm
Suggested Needles and Notions
US 7/4.5mm 24”/60cm and two 40”/100cm circular needles*
Stitch markers
Darning needle
* Or size needed to obtain gauge
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