Fleck Stitched Vest by Leslie Gonzalez
The pattern for this vest accompanies the Fashion Framework on Plackets by Leslie Gonzalez.
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Physician’s Sweater by Frank H. Jernigan
The pattern in this issue is from Frank Jernigan who is a new member of the Master Hand Knitting Committee. The sweater features a caduceus and DNA strand using Bavarian Twisted Stitches.
Learn Something New!
The topic for Learn Something New! is how to work intarsia in the round. You can practice this technique by making the Whirlwind Barn Quilt Hat designed by Judy Bond.
Whirlwind Barn Quilt Hat by Judy Bond
This hat, designed by Judy Bond, accompanies the Learn Something New! article on the Intarsia in the Round. technique.
Crocheted Edgings by Heather Storta
This series provides a discussion of specialized finishing techniques beyond those covered in the Master Hand Knitting Program. This issue’s article provides instructions for crocheted edgings written by Heather Storta. It is followed by the pattern for Delia’s Baby Dress which uses this technique.
Delia Baby Dress by Heather Storta
This pattern accompanies the Special Topics in Finishing article on Crocheted Edges by Heather Storta.
Bead Stitch Blouse By Ashwini Jambhekar
This lovely top features a Shetland lace pattern. The edging for the body and sleeves is worked lengthwise, and then stitches are picked up along the long edge, and the body or sleeve is worked bottom-up. The construction of the top is a bit unusual, having only one side seam. The lace pattern did not lend itself to being worked exclusively from the right side, which would have been necessary for a seamless garment.
Drummie Bees & Snowflakes by Michael Harrigan
This Shetland-inspired rectangular knit shawl is worked from the bottom edge up and features horizontal panels of Shetland lace patterns.
Mayfair Cardigan By Celia McAdam Cahill
The Mayfair Cardigan has a cropped length and allover lace pattern. Worked in a bright colorful merino in a heavy DK, it has saddle shoulders which are centered on the top of the shoulder, with the Diamond Mesh lace centered on the saddle tab.
Little Dancer’s Ruched Jumper by Mary E. Jacobs
Worked in the round from the top down, this child’s jumper has a tiered, ruched-skirt for your favorite twirl girl. It is reminiscent tutu worn by the Little Dancer in Edgar Degas’ sculpture.