[Nfb-krafters-korner] Request for a knitted or crochetedscarfpattern

[Annette Carr]

One of my favorite patterns is the Double Diamonds Lace Bookmark Knitting
Pattern Designed by Barbara Breiter.  Do a Google search and you should be
able to find it.  I have used this pattern to make scarves, shawls, wash
clothes, a sunglasses case, as a design on the back of a pair of hand
warmers.  I've used all types of yarn and various sized needles.  You can
repeat the pattern many times across your shawl, or you can just place one
section of the pattern down the middle of the shawl.  

There is another pattern that I have not gotten around to using, but you
might like to give it a try.  It is called The Grace Note stitch pattern by.
Again, do a Google search for the pattern.  Let me know if you decide to use
this pattern.  I would like to know what you think of it and what others
have to say about it.  I'm thinking about using it for a washcloth pattern.

HTH,
Annette
 
 

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[mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Charlene Ota
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 3:01 AM
To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Request for a knitted or
crochetedscarfpattern

Hi, Joyce,

I usually like to find some sort of pattern that requires some effort so it
isn't so mindless, I don't mean to insult anything or anybody, I just don't
want to get bored so I try to find something I have to think about at least
some of the time. I wouldn't say I'm an experienced knitter, but I can do
fairly involved patterns. The yarn that I have for this scarf is called
NatureSpun and says it's made from recycled bottles. It's a 4-ply yarn and
there's 5 ounces per skein and I have two solid black. Since it's a solid
color I thought it would be good to have some sort of interesting pattern
and maybe something kind of open would be good since it's for around the
office. I'd really appreciate your suggestions as then I'd be getting
something that we know works. I have various sizes of needles and like to
work with anything from 7 or 8 to larger, don't like to get into the really
small knitting, don't have that much patience!  (smile!)

Most likely, this will be the project I carry to convention since it won't
be as bulky as the afghan I'm working on at present. I can't believe I'm
actually knitting an afghan. I've always crocheted them in the past. The
afghan I'm making is diamond pattern.

Charlene
 

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[mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Blindhands at aol.com
Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2009 9:12 AM
To: nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Request for a knitted or crocheted
scarfpattern

Charlene
,
 
First I would like to welcome you to the list.
 
Charleen, it sounds like you have plenty of yarn to do what you want.   If 
this is for the office you probably would be better off doing something a
little fancier then just gartter stitch[knit every row].  The small poncho
idea is a good one as it would keep the shoulders warm.  They do have a lot
of free patterns out online for scarves and all types of ponchos.
 
So my first question before I could give an answer is how much knitting
experience do you have?  Do you like to knit simple or complicated knitting
projects?  Is there a certain size needle you prefer to use?
 
With the above I would have a better idea of what you are looking  for.  
 
They have a lot of these lacey scarves out there that work up quickly on
large needles that folks are making and wearing in the office.
 
Joyce
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