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2022 YarnYAY! Makers Grant Winners!

2022 YarnYAY! Makers Grant Winners!

It is my honor and pleasure to announce the 2022 YarnYAY! Makers Grant Winners. This year our maker recipients range from making the world a better place to creating beautiful handmade products and designs. 

Read on to learn more about our grant winners, and be sure to follow them on social media, to show your support, too!

 

 

YarnYAY! Makers Business Grant Winner: Open Market

Founder, Imani Schechtman never imagined herself being in tech; She is an artist and educator turned tech founder. She had pursuits of opening up her own wellness spaces that doubled as an artist community; however, both the pandemic and social unrest in the US shifted her plan to do so. As she began building Open Market, she quickly realized that they were creating a solution that would revolutionize the way we support BIPOC, POC, and underrepresented people and the way we build community. Community is the foundation of Open Market, our collective success is our priority. They emphatically believe in creating opportunities for people to connect, collaborate, and see each other. Open Market is rooted in curating spaces where people feel empowered, their culture is celebrated, encouraged to collaborate, we prioritize innovation, and believe in the power of limitless opportunities. Through both personal and professional development, access to resources, industry-specific workshops, lab sessions, mentorship, and a supportive community they know that they will thrive as a community. What they do is social activism. They request active participation from their community and allies to create a more equitable society, uplift BIPOC and POC people, and to amplify the voices, talents, and passions of BIPOC, POC, and underrepresented people. Our work shifts the commodification of BIPOC and POC trauma. BIPOC and POC people are celebrated for their ingenuity, innovation, knowledge, contributions, passions, and cultural diversity. The new economy we are creating both bridges the digital and financial divides within the BIPOC community ecosystem begins building generational wealth, creates opportunities to access resources and capital, creates jobs with equitable and livable wages, and proactively brings employment opportunities into under-resourced communities. Open Market is revolutionizing the way we support BIPOC, POC, and the underrepresented. They want people to feel like they are part of something special.

Follow @weareopenmarket on Instagram

 

YarnYAY! Makers Business Grant Runners-up: Miami Fiber Co. AND Cubed Style 

We couldn’t decide between these two great companies, so we’re honoring them both!

Miami Fiber Co‘s founder, Laurent Radley is a stay-at-home mom of 4 beautiful kiddos and a military wife. She’s humbled & honored to be able to run my business from home and bring in extra money for my family. 

Miami Fiber Co.‘s beautiful fibers are carefully hand-dyed in small batches, with thoughtfully curated original colorways. Their sturdy project bags are hand-sewn with high-quality fabrics and hardware, in a variety of sizes and shapes for all your project needs!

Follow @miamifiber on Instagram

 

Three sisters created Cubed Style because we wanted to handcraft products for all skin and hair types. With our strong sisterly bond, we have created products that not only smell great but also make you feel even better. Our homemade body and hair butters are luxurious and moisturizing.

Follow @cubedstyle on Instagram

 

YarnYAY! Makers Business Grant Honorable Mention: Afifa Knits

Born in Pakistan and educated in Asia, Europe, and the United States, Afifa Knits founder Afifa Sayeed currently lives in California. Her work is informed by all these cultures. Passionate about bringing together elements of classic design from a variety of sources to create something new and original, she brings a modern sensibility and love of construction to the art of knitting.  Since 2015, she has published a full wardrobe of garments from fingerless mittens, cowls, hats, scarves, shawls, sweaters, and more!

Follow @fifknits on Instagram

 

Stay tuned to see all of our grant winners featured in various YarnYAY! and Vickie Howell projects!

YarnYAY! Makers Grant 2023 Applications will Open May 1, 2023. Keep an eye n Vickie’s social media and sign-up for the YarnYAY! newsletter to stay updated!

See the 2021 Winners HERE.

 

It’s our intention to continue with and grow the YarnYAY! Makers Grant for years to come. Shopping YarnYAY! helps us be able to do that. Thank you for the support!

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How to Crochet Ball Fringe

How to Crochet Ball Fringe

This week on Ask Me Monday, I show how to crochet ball fringe, my favorite kitschy-cute edging! I love this trim for tea towels, coasters, kids garments, and center-piece mats, like the featured crochet project in the YarnYAY! June Box #50 (see below)! 

Watch the episode, practice crocheting with the instructions in this post, and tag @vickiehowell #askmemonday with your ball-fringed projects!

This episode of Ask Me Monday is sponsored by Knitter’s Pride/ KnitPro

See more KP products during “Vic’s Tips” segments of The Knit Show!

 

Featured Knitter’s Pride Products: Waves , Ginger, & Zing! Crochet Hooks 

 


Crochet Ball Fringe Directions

Worked over a multiple of 5+1

Edging: Ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 5, [YO and insert hook into third ch from hook, YO, pull through 2 loops on hook] 4 times, (5 loops on hook) YO, pull through all loops on hook (first bobble made)**; ch 3, rep from * to ** (second bobble made); sl st into base of first bobble (this will connect both bobbles to create a ball); ch 3, sk next st, sc in next 4 sts; rep from *, ending with sc in last 3 sts; join rnd with a sl st.

Fasten off.

 

Put your skills to work!

Centered (crochet) Table Mat by Vickie Howell for YarnYAY! — Now available in the June YarnYAY! Box

 

Looking for another Crochet Ball Fringe Project, or other edgings? Check these out! Fabric & Crochet Ball Fringe Coasters Macrame & Loopy Knit Fringe Knit Edging Journals  

YarnYAY! June Box #50

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YarnYAY! June Box #50

 

It’s time for the reveal of our June box! This month also happens to mark our 50th box. As a Molly Shannon fan, I couldn’t resist taking this as an opportunity to spoof one of my favorite of her characters, Sally O’Malley. This Box is 50! (Also, it’d be a shame to put to waste my one year as a community college theater major. )

 

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Ok, now without further, silly-ado, here’s what’s in this month’s YarnYAY! box.

 

Little Miss Prissy | Chicken Coop Dyeworks

This beautiful sport-weight yarn is 50% silk/50% merino, producing a beautiful draping fabric with a slight sheen. Our featured color is Prom Dress, which totally coincidentally matched Vickie’s own prom dress (pictured below with her brother)!

Chicken Coop Dyeworks is a Texas-based BIPOC woman-owned business. 

 

 

Post Your Prom Pics Contest!
In honor of our featured shade, Prom Dress we’re running a fun contest for the month of June. Post a picture of you in your prom regalia, on Facebook, Instagram, or our private YarnYAY! Facebook Group, and you’ll be entered to win one of two yarn bundles from Chicken Coop Dyeworks. Tag @vickiehowell #yarnyay by June 30, 2022 at 11:59CT to be eligible!

 

Centric Table Mat by Julia Madill for YarnYAY!

 

Centerpiece Table Mat & Coaster Patterns | Designs by Vickie Howell & Designer in Residence, Julia Madill

This month’s projects center around table decor. We’re making center-out, circular table mats or coasters! The knit versions, designed by Julia, are worked in pie-like increase sections of stockinette and lace and finished with a loopy edging.

 

Centered (crochet) Table Mat by Vickie Howell for YarnYAY!

 

The crochet mats/coasters designed by Vickie, alternate between lace and double-crochet rounds, finished off with kitschy-cute ball fringe!

This month concludes Julia’s run as our Spring/Summer Designer in Residence. Be sure to continue to follow and support her though, on Instagram: @juliamadill

 

Oh Snap Bag | Della Q + YarnYAY!

We teamed up again with our friends over at Della Q to bring you a custom color of their Oh Snap bags, finished with snap openings for yarn to pull through while you make a small project

Della Q is owned by Jimmy Beans Wool’s Laura Zanders! 

 

Spray Bottle | YarnYAY!

Put a happy attitude into blocking your projects with our Yay! It, Don’t Spray It spray bottles!

YarnYAY! June Box #50

 

 

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Tunisian Bamboo Stitch + Pin Cushion Pattern

Tunisian Bamboo Stitch

This week on Ask Me Monday, I show how to crochet the Tunisian Bamboo Stitch, share the newest addition to the Vickie Howell Aqua Wood tool collection, Adjustable Tunisian Crochet Hooks, and offer up a sweet, pincushion pattern. Watch, enjoy, and tag @vickiehowell on Facebook and Instagram with your Tunisian Bamboo Sitch projects!

This episode is brought to you by:

Exclusive Carrier of  Vickie Howell Montoya Merino and Montoya Merino Light!

 



 

ABBREVIATIONS

Tunisian Bamboo Stitch

Multiples of 3 + 2

Row 1: 

Forward Pass:  *Yo, [TSS (insert hook through next verticle bar, yo, pull up a loop)] 3 times, pass the yo over next 3 loops; rep from * to end, insert hook into end stitch and pull up loop. 

Backward Pass: Ch 1, *yo, pull through 2 loops; rep from * to last 2 loops, join B with yo and pull through 2 loops.

Row 2: 

Forward Pass: *Yo, [insert hook through next verticle bar, yo, pull up a loop] 3 times, pass the yo over next 3 loops; rep from * to end, insert hook into end stitch and pull up loop. –

Backward Pass: Ch 1, *yo, pull through 2 loops; rep from * to last 2 loops, join B with yo and pull through 2 loops.

Repeat Rows 1-2, until piece is desired length.

 

Tunisian Bind-off.

 

Tunisian Bamboo Stitch Pin Cushion

MATERIALS

Vickie Howell Montoya Merino Light (100% superwash merino; 300 yds/100 gr), in colors A) Leche and B) Roswell –or equivalent sport-weight yarn

Size US H/8 mm Vickie Howell Aqua Wooden Adjustable Tunisian Crochet Hook — or equivalent hook

Tapestry needle

Fabric

Handful of stuffing

Sewing thread and needle or sewing machine

FINISHED SIZE

Approx 4’/10 cm square

 

DIRECTIONS

Tunisian Crochet Squares (Make 2)

With A, ch 17.

Set-Up Row:

Forward Pass: Beginning with the 2nd loop from the hook, pick up a loop in each chain. –17 loops

Backward Pass: Ch 1, *yo, pull through 2 loops; rep from * to end. — 1 loop rem.

Row 1: 

Forward Pass: With A, *yo, [TSS] 3 times, pass the yo over next 3 loops; rep from * to end, insert hook into end stitch and pull up loop. — 17 loops.

Backward Pass: Ch 1, *yo, pull through 2 loops; rep from * to last 2 loops, join B with yo and pull through 2 loops — 1 loop rem.

Row 2: 

Forward Pass: With B, *yo, [TSS] 3 times, pass the yo over next 3 loops; rep from * to end, insert hook into end stitch and pull up loop. — 17 loops.

Backward Pass: Ch 1, *yo, pull through 2 loops; rep from * to last 2 loops, change to A with yo and pull through 2 loops — 1 loop rem.

Repeat Rows 1-2, until piece is square, and ending with A.

Tunisian Bind-off.

 

Fabric Cushion Center

Cut 2 pieces of fabric, 1/2″ larger than your finished crocheted square.With RS facing and using 1/4″ seam allowance, sew 2 pieces together, leaving a 2″ opening.Flip piece RS out. Press, if necessary.Insert stuffiing.Hand sew opening shut.

 

FINISHING

With WS together, and using B, join yarn and sc the two sides and bottom of the crocheted pieces together, taking care to work 2 sc at corners. Insert cushion, sc top closed. 

Weave in ends.

 Looking for more Tunisian Crochet Projects? Try these!

 

 

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Granny Square T-Shirt Pocket

Granny Square T-Shirt Pocket

Crochet is here this summer in a big way, including using it to embellish fabric garments. One of the trends we’ve seen popping up a lot recently, is t-shirts with a pop of crochet. In this episode of Ask Me Monday, I show how to crochet a granny square t-shirt pocket. Give the video a watch, use the pattern below to make your own, then tag @vickie howell on Instagram and Facebook, to share your be-pocketed tees!

 

This episode of Ask Me Monday is sponsored by Knitter’s Pride/ KnitPro

See more KP products during “Vic’s Tips” segments of The Knit Show!

 

Featured Knitter’s Pride Products: Waves, Zing!, and Ginger Crochet Hooks

 

Granny Square T-Shirt Pocket: How-To

MATERIALS

Scraps of sport-weight yarn, in 3 colors. I used Vickie Howell Montoya Merino Light, in colors: A) Meow Wolf, B) Roswell, and C) UtopiaFest

Size US F hook

T-shirt

Sewing Needle and coordinating thread

Sewing Pins

FINISHED POCKET MEASUREMENT

3″/7.5 cm

 

DIRECTIONS

CROCHET GRANNY SQUARE

With Color A, Ch 4. Sl st in 1st ch to create ring.

Rnd 1: Ch 3, (counts as a dc here and throughout), 2 dc in ring, [ch 3, 3 dc in ring] 3 times. ch 3; join with sl sl in 3rd ch of beginning ch-3. — 4 dc clusters, 4 ch-3 spaces

Cut A; Join B.

Rnd 2: With B, ch 4, (counts as dc and ch-1 sp here and throughout), *(3dc, ch 3, 3 dc) In next corner ch-3 sp, ch 1; rep from * 2 more times, (3 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in first corner ch-3 sp: join with a sl st in 3rd chain of beginning ch-4.

Cut B; Join C.

Rnd 3: With C, sl st in next ch-1 sp. ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), 2 dc in same ch-1 sp, *ch 1, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next corner ch-3 sp, ch 1**, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from * 3 more times, ending last rep at **; join with a sl st in 3rd ch of beginning ch-3.

 

NOTE: If you’re working with a lighter weight yarn, or want ta larger pocket, continue as established in Rnd 3, until square is 1/4″/1 cm smaller than desired size.

Rnd 4: Ch 2 (counts as hdc), *hdc in next st, and every st until corner center st (this will be the center st of the corner grouping of sts), 3 hdc in corner st; rep from *,  ending with hdc at end of rnd, join with a sl st in 2nd chain of beginning ch-2.

Fasten off.

Weave in ends. Block, if necessary.

ATTACH TO T-SHIRT

Pin granny square to  t-shirt wherever you’d like your pocket, taking care to keep in mind the neckline type and chest placement.Using sewing thread and needle, handsew the sides and bottom of granny square to the shirt.

 

 

Want to Learn How to Crochet? Check Out My E-classes!

Crochet Maker 101Crochet Maker 102Crochet Maker Skills & Techniques

 

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Knit & Crochet Ladder Stitches

Knit & Crochet Ladder Stitches

This week on Ask Me Monday, we talk creating extreme open-weave fabrics for summer garments, using knit and crochet ladder stitches.

Watch the episode, use the practice swatch patterns below, then put your skills to work by making one of the Summer Scarves from the YarnYAY! May box. Have fun!

This episode of Ask Me Monday is sponsored by Knitter’s Pride/ KnitPro

See more KP products during “Vic’s Tips” segments of The Knit Show!

 

Featured Knitter’s Pride Products: Lantern Moon Ebony Interchangeable Circular Needles and 

 



Knit & Crochet Ladder Stitches: Let’s do this! Knit Ladder Stitch: Swatch it

Knit Ladder Stitch: Shown in Plucky Knitter Primo Fingering, in color: YatnYAY! Birthday

 

DIRECTONS

Multiples of 4. (Not including border stitches)

Rows 1-4: Knit.

Row 5: (RS): K4, *ssk, (yo) twice, k2tog); rep from * to last 4 sts; k4.

Row 6 (WS): K4, p1, *(p1, k1) into double yo, p2; rep from * rep from * to last 4 sts; K4.

Repeat Rows 5-6 until piece is square.

Last 4 Rows: Knit.

BO.

 

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Streamers Knit Scarf by Julia Madill for YarnYAY.com (available in the May ’22 YarnYAY! box, then as a digital pattern in September ’22)

 

Crochet Ladder Stitch: Swatch it

Crochet Ladder Stitch: Shown in Plucky Knitter Primo Fingering, in color: YatnYAY! Birthday

 

DIRECTIONS

Special Stitch

Fsc = foundation single crochet

 

Multiples of 3+ 1 (if using Fsc)

Fsc 19. Turn.

Row 1 (RS): Ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2), sk next 2 sts, dc in next st, *ch 2, sk next 2 sts, dc in next st; rep from * to end. Turn.

Row 2 (WS): Ch 1 (doesn’t count as first st), sc in first st, *2 sc in ch2-sp, sc in dc; rep from * across, ending with 2 sc in beg ch5-sp and sc in 3rd ch of same ch-5. Turn.

Repeat Rows 1-2 unit piece is square. Fasten off.

 

Pendant Crochet Kerchief by Vickie Howell for YarnYAY! (available in the May ’22 YarnYAY! box, then as a digital pattern in September ’22)

 

Looking for a knitting subscription box  to make you smile? How about a little YarnYAY! in your life? Subscribe today!

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YarnYAY! 4th Anniversary Box

4th Anniversary Box

This Box Marks YarnYAY!’s 4th anniversary. To celebrate, every May Box subscriber will be automatically entered to win one of FOUR prizes, including a grand prize of a YarnYAY! Tote Bag filled with one of each of EVERY color in Vickie Howell’s newest yarn, Montoya Merino Light!

 

 

 

YarnYAY! 4th Anniversary: May Box #49

Primo Fingering | The Plucky Knitter

It’s our 4th anniversary and we’re celebrating with cashmere! This month’s selection is a delicious blend of merino, cashmere, and nylon, custom-dyed for us in a confetti-inspired shade we’re calling, YarnYAY! Birthday! 

The Plucky Knitter is based in Michigan. Learn more at: thepluckyknitter.com 

 

Celebratory Scarves patterns | Designs by Vickie Howell & Designer in Residence, Julia Madill

This month, we’re making super-airy, summer scarves! The knit version designed, by Julia, begins with one end’s ties and grows into an open-weave kerchief with a today i-cord edging.

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Streamers Knit Scarf by Julia Madill for YarnYAY.com

 

Pendant Crochet Kerchief by Vickie Howell for YarnYAY!

The crochet version, designed by Vickie, is worked in two pieces, seamed together into a cowl, then embellished with optional embroidered flowers.

For more patterns, check out yarnyay.com and follow Julia on Instagram: @juliamadill

 

 

Flower Seed Packed | Sow the Magic

The traditional 4th-anniversary gift is flowers, so we’re sending you a blooms seed packet adorned with the most beautiful, tarot-inspired art!

Sow the Magic is a woman-owned business based in Ashville, North Carolina, Learn more at: sowthemagic.com

 

 

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Drawstring Backpack & Felt Notions Tray | YarnYAY! 

We love having places to put our crafty things so this month, we’re bringing you two!

The collector’s commemorative tote bag is perfect for projects, and the hot-aqua felt tray will hold those notions!

 

 

 

Calling all handmade small businesses: The Makers Business Grant is Back!

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2nd Annual YarnYAY! Makers Business Grant

2nd Annual YarnYAY! Makers Business Grant

This month marks the 4th anniversary of my company YarnYAY!, and I’m thrilled and honored to be able to celebrate by giving back again this year! Applications for our 2nd annual Makers Business Grant open today, May 1, 2022 and will remain open until June 1, 2022. If you have a small business in the maker realm, and could use a little cash, an opportunity to get your product in front of hundreds or thousands of eyes, and/or benefit from some small-business mentorship, please apply. Learn more below.

 

Learn More & Apply

 

 

YarnYAY! Makers Business Grant: What You’re Applying For

MAIN GRANT
– A $1,000 grant intended to aid your maker-oriented small business
– Two, online mentoring sessions with Vickie
– A feature in the YarnYAY! newsletter
– Mentions on the Vickie Howell + YarnYAY! social media
– An opportunity to do a Facebook Live interview with Vickie

RUNNER-UP
– Two, online mentoring sessions with Vickie
-Assistance with a product development opportunity for a future YarnYAY! box.
-A joint feature in the YarnYAY! newsletter

HONORABLE MENTION
– Two, online mentoring sessions with Vickie
– A joint feature in the YarnYAY! newsletter
– The opportunity to promote a product and/or brand on Vickie’s social media platforms

To enter, all non-optional fields must be completed by 11:59pmCT on June 1, 2022. Participants must have either an existing business or clear evidence of a plan to launch by July 1, 2022. The winners will be contacted by the 2nd week of June.

Thank you so much in advance for applying to the YarnYAY! Business Grant! We wish you so much support and success with your venture.

 

Learn More & Apply

 Meet & Support Last Year’s Winners

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Lavender Lace Eye Pillow

Lavender Lace Eye Pillow

This episode of Ask Me Monday is sponsored by Knitter’s Pride/ KnitPro

See more KP products during “Vic’s Tips” segments of The Knit Show!

 

Featured Knitter’s Pride Products: Mindful Collection Gratitude Set, Row Counter Ring, and Knit Blockers

 

Lavender Lace Eye Pillow: How-to Make it!

MATERIALS

1 hank (makes several) Vickie Howell Montoya Merino Light (100% Superwash Merino; 300 yds), in color: Aura — or equivalent sport-weight yarn

Size US 5/3.75 knitting needles — or size needed to obtain gauge

2, 8 ½” x 4 ½” pieces of medium weight fabric (I used quilters cotton)

Sewing needle and thread

Tapestry needle

Optional: Sewing Machine

Approx 1 ½ cups of plain rice

Lavender Essential Oil

Sewing pins or claw clips

Blocking supplies

 

GAUGE

22 sts x 24 rows = 4″/10 cm in Lace Stitch, after blocking

 

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

4″ x 8″

 

DIRECTIONS

KNIT PILLOW SLEEVE:

FRONT

CO 22 sts.

Row 1 (RS): P5, *k2, yo, ssk, p4; rep from * to last st, p1.

Row 2 (WS): K5, *p2, yo, p2tog, k4; rep from * to last st, k1.

Rows 3-8: Rep Rows 1-2.

Row 9: P1, *k2, yo, ssk, p4; rep from * to last 5 sts, k2, yo, ssk, p1.

Row 10: K1, *p2, yo, p2tog, k4; rep from * to last 5 sts, p2, yo, p2tog, k1.

Rows 11-16: Rep Rows 9-10.

Repeat Rows 1-16, two times MORE.

Repeat Rows 1-8, once more.

BO in pattern stitch.

 

BACK

CO 22 sts.

Row 1 (RS): Purl.

Row 2 (WS): Knit.

Repeat Rows 1-2 until piece measures 8″/20 cm.

BO.

Block both pieces.

 

PREPARE PILLOW FILLING

Place rice in a bowl.Add essential oil (approximately 8-10 drops), stir into rice.Set aside

Note: Lavender oil can be strong, so start slowly. You can always add more!

 

MAKE PILLOW

With RS facing and using a ¼”/1 cm seam allowance, machine or hand sew 2 pieces together leaving an opening for turning.Trim corners and seems as necessary.Turn piece right-side out.Fill pillow with rice mixture.Using needle and thread, sew the opening closed.

 

FINISHING

With WS facing and using tapestry needle and yarn, seam three edges of the FRONT and BACK sleeve pieces together.

Insert pillow into the sleeve; seam closed.

Weave in tails.

 

Love this stitch pattern, and ready to take it to the next step? Try my Cropper Cardi (Kit or Pattern), knit in the same, Wheatear Checkered Lace!

 

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Smocking Stitch (Knitting)

Smocking Stitch

This week on Ask Me Monday I show how to knit the Smocking Stitch, a technique for creating texture and decoratively cinching in of fabric, perfect for a cuff, waistband, or even pillow. Work the swatch below and if you’re hooked, check out my newest kit, Sunny, which uses Smocking Stitch to create the bodice of a sweet, baby dress. Enjoy!

 This episode is brought to you by:

Exclusive Carrier of  Vickie Howell Montoya Merino and Montoya Merino Light!



Ask Me Monday airs weekly on Facebook at 12pmCT. Watch past episodes here.

 Smocking Stitch: Swatch it!

Swatch Shown on Vickie Howell Montoya Merino (Heavy-Worsted), worked on size US 9 needles.

 

SPECIAL STITCH

Smock: Smocking Stitch (worked over 6 sts)

Insert RH needle between the 6th and 7th sts on LH needle and draw up a loop; keeping loop fairly snug, place it on LH needle; k2tog (working the picked-up loop together with the first st on LH needle), k1, p2, k2.

 

Smocking Stitch Pattern

Worked in Multiples of 8+2

CO 26 sts.

Row 1: *P2, k2; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2.

Row 2 (and all WS rows): K2, *p2, k2; rep from * to end.

Row 3:  *P2, Smock; rep from * to last 2 sts, p2.

Row 4: Rep Row 1.

Row 5:  P2, k2, *p2, Smock; rep from * to last 6 sts, p2, k2, p2.

Row 6: K2, *p2, k2; rep from * to end.

Rep Rows 1-6 until piece is square.

BO in pattern stitch.

 

Sunny Smocking Stitch Baby Dress by Vickie Howell | Show in Montoya Merino Light, color: Aura. Get the kit here.

 

Love learning new stitches and building your knitting skill arsenal? Join the YarnYAY! Block Builders Club for Knitters!

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