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Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande is a sumptuously soft superwash yarn that’s great for EVERYTHING (except felting). Made with 75% merino wool & 25% polyamide, it’s strong enough for boot socks, and soft enough for baby hats, sweaters, blankets, mitts, legwarmers, scarves, shawls … and just about anything you can imagine. 

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• 75% merino wool, 25% polyamide
• 100g/180m (197 yds)
• worsted weight
• 18 to 20 sts = 4″/10cm
• 4mm to 5mm (US 6 to 8) needles 
• Machine or hand wash in cold water, lay flat to dry
• Made in Uruguay

Rye Wosted Socks

Rye are great socks for new or experienced sock knitters! They work up quickly in a thicker worsted weight yarn, the instructions are clear and simple, and like all patterns by Tin Can Knits they come in a variety of sizes. The Rye sock pattern is also available in the FREE Tin Can Knits app (where you can limit it to see the size instructions you need, tick through the pattern and make notes, support is just a tap away, adjust the settings to suit you).

Size: Newborn (Baby, Toddler, Child, Adult S, M, L)

Materials

• Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: 1 (1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2) skeins
• US #3 / 3.25mm dpns (or circular for magic loop)
• US #5 / 3.75mm dpns (or circular for magic loop)
• FREE Pattern

Crochet Super Easy Baby Blanket

This blanket is a perfect project for beginner crocheters. Choose 7 colours and you’re off to the races!

Size

• Crib (Small Throw, Large Throw)
• Finished Dimensions: 27 inches wide x 35 inches long (38 inches wide x 50¾ inches long, 46 inches wide x 63 inches long)
• Finished Stripe: 5 (7¼, 9) inches high

Materials

• Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: 1 (2, 3) skeins in each of 7 colours or for solid colour blanket 6 (12, 18) skeins
• 5mm crochet hook
• FREE Pattern

Gramps

Size

• Newborn (3-6 mo, 6-12 mo, 1-2 yrs, 2-4 yrs, 4-6 yrs, 6-8 yrs, 8-10 yrs, 10-12yrs, Adult XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL))
• Finished Chest Measurement: 18 (21.5, 23, 24, 25.5, 26.5, 27.5, 29.5, 31, 33.5, 36, 38.5, 41.5, 44.5, 49, 52.5, 55.5, 60, 65, 71)“

Materials

• Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: MC: 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9, 10, 11, 12) skeins
• Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: CC: 1 (1, 1 1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3) skeins
• Stitch Markers
• Pattern

Needles

US #7 / 4.5mm and US #6 / 4.0 mm (Magic loop technique, with a single long circular needle, can be used in place of DPNs):

• 0 to 8 yrs: 32” circular, and DPNs* in each size.
• 8 yrs to Adult L: 40” circular, and DPNs* in each size.
• XL to 6XL: 47” circular, and DPNs* in each size.

Flax Worsted

Flax worsted in a classic sweater for beginners. Worked from the top-down in the round in one piece, it doesn’t have any seaming to finish it. The pattern s simple and easy to follow, and it;s avala ble in baby, child and adult sizes for men and women.

Size

• 0-6 mo (6-12 mo, 1-2 yrs, 2-4 yrs, 4-6 yrs, 6-8 yrs, 8-10 yrs, XS, S, SM, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL)
• Finished Chest Measurement: 18 (20.5, 22, 24, 26, 28.5, 30, 32, 34, 36.5, 38, 39, 40, 42, 46, 50, 55.5, 60.5, 65, 70,)“
• Cropped Length: 4 (4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 11, 11, 12, 13, 13, 14, 14, 14, 14, 14)“
• Regular Length: 6 (6.5, 7, 8, 10, 13, 15, 15, 15, 16, 16, 17, 18, 18.5, 19, 20, 20, 20, 20)“

Yarn

• For cropped length: Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10, 11) skeins
• For regular length: Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 12) skeins

Needles & Materials

US #6 / 4 mm and US #8 / 5 mm (Magic loop technique, with a single long circular needle, can be used in place of DPNs):

• 0 to 2 yrs: 16” circular, and DPNs* in each size.
• 4 to 10 yrs: 16”, 24” circular, and DPNs* in each size.
• XS to XL: 16”, 32” circular, and DPNs* in each size.
• XXL to 6XL: 16”, 32”, 48” circular, and DPNs* in larger size, 16”, 48” circulars, and DPNs* in smaller size.
• Stitch Markers
• FREE PATTERN

Sunday Socks

The Sunday Socks are worked top down, from the cuff to the toe. The socks are worked in double rib (k2, p2) on the leg and instep and stockinette stitch on the heel and sole of the foot.

Size

• EU shoe sizes: 35-36 (37-38) 39-40 (41-42) 43-44
• US women’s shoe sizes: 5-6 (6½-7½) 8-9 (9½-10½) 11-12

Materials

• Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: 1 (1) 1 (2) 2 skeins 
• 3.75 mm/US5 double pointed needles (or a 3.75 mm [US5 ] / 80 cm [32 inches] circular needle, if you are using the Magic Loop technique
• Stitch Markers
• Pattern

The Walt Painted Chevron Baby Blanket

Walt features raised stripes of Chevron that give baby a nice texture to play with. Select a neutral with lots of bold stripes or choose a bright background and a combination of neutral and colorful stripes, like that seen here.

Materials

• Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: 2 skeins for Main Colour
• Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: 1 skein in each of three Contrast Colours (chevron stripe colors)
• 5mm/US8 – 32″ circular needles
• Stitch Markers
• FREE Pattern

Elwood

This dashing sweater is reminiscent of the old man it’s named after, the designer’s Grandpa Elwood. Top down, raglan construction keeps it simple, while the bold stripes and textured shawl collar create a stunning product.

Size

• 6 months (12 months, 18 months, 2 years, 4 years) [6 years, 8 years, 10 years] {S, M, L, XL}
• Finished Chest: 20 (21 ¼, 23, 24 ¾) 26, 27 ½, 29 ¼, 31 {34, 40 ¾, 46 ½, 52} in – 50.5 (54, 58.5, 63) 66.5, 70, 74, 79 {86.5, 103.5, 118, 132} cm

Materials

• Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: Main Colour 2 (2, 2, 2) 3, 3, 3, 4{4, 5, 5, 6} skeins
• Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: Contrast Colour 1 (1, 1, 1) 2, 2, 2, 2{3, 3, 3, 4} skeins
• US 6 – 4 mm circular and/or double pointed needles
• US 7 – 4.5 mm circular and/or double pointed needles
• Stitch Markers
• Pattern

Cozy Coffee Bean Socks

Knit cuff down with a heel flap and gusset. The toe is stitched together using Kitchener Stitch. There is a video tutorial for the coffee bean stitch.

Size

• The pattern is written for Small (Medium, Large)
• 8-9” (9-10”, 10-11”) foot circumference

Materials

• Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: 1(2, 2) skeins
• US Size 4 (3.5mm) needles in your choice of DPNs, and Magic Loop using a 30” or longer circular, or 9” circulars.
• Stitch Markers
• FREE Pattern

Hipster Shawl

Size

Approx. 83 inches (208 cm) from side to side and 22 inches (55 cm) from top to bottom at deepest point (after blocking).

Materials

• Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande: 4 skeins
• US 8 (5 mm) – 40″ circular needles
• Locking stitch Marker
• Pattern

Simply The Best Cardigan for Babies + Toddlers

Knits for Babies and Toddlers are great summer projects because they’re fast and portable. This little cardigan is knit flat in one piece from the bottom-up, and then seamed along the sides (under the arms) – you can see what the construction looks like before seaming HERE. It’s made with DK weight yarn, so you have your choice of yarns like Berroco Vintage DK, Berroco Vintage Baby, or Drops Fiesta.

Size

Newborn (6–12 Months, 1–2 Years, 2–3 Years, 3–4 years)

To fit actual chest circumference of 15–17 (17–19, 18–20, 21–23, 23–25) inches, with approximately 3½–5½ inches of ease

• Finished Chest Circumference: 20½ (22½, 23½, 26½, 29) inches
• Finished Body Length from Bottom Edge to Top of Shoulder: 9½ (10¼, 11, 12¼, 13½) inches

Yarn Options

• Berroco Vintage DK: 2 (2, 2, 3, 3) skeins
• Berroco Vintage Baby: 3 (3, 4, 5, 6) balls
• Drops Fiesta: 3 (4, 4, 5, 7) balls

Other Materials

• 3.75 mn/US5 – 24- or 32-inch circular needles, depending on size you are making
• stitch holder or scrap yarn
• one 10mm button
• PATTERN

This week we’re bringing you some more baby knitting inspiration, including 3 free patterns for baby hats, baby booties, and a simple baby blanket. You can knit any of these in either wool or cotton; both yarn options are available!

Top Knot Baby Hat

The Top Knot Baby Hat is a delightfully simple stockinette stitch, starting with an effortless rolled brim. For the crown, you’ll decrease in a spiral pattern at just three points, creating a slightly pointed shape and the look of swirling, layered petals about to burst into bloom! Now for the really fun part… You can choose whether to finish your hat with a darling, little knot or with a bitty loop! Either way, you’ll knit a short I-cord and follow the instructions to secure it.

Size

• Newborn (3-6 Months, 6-12 Months)
• Finished Circumference: 12½ (13¾, 14¾) inches
• Finished Height: 7 (7½, 8) inches, excluding I-cord, with edge unrolled

Yarn Options

• Sandnes Garn Double Sunday: 1 ball
• Sandnes Garn Line: 1 ball

Other Materials

• 3.75mm/US5 – 12-inch circular needles
• 3.75mm/US5 double-pointed needles
• Stitch markers, including one unique
• FREE PATTERN

Happy Feet Booties

A sweet celebration of garter stitch, joyful color, and new life, the Happy Feet Booties are so cute that you can’t help but smile when you see them! These tiny, no-fuss booties are easy as can be to knit, with no need for double-pointed needles or Magic Loop. They’re worked flat in plush garter stitch, and we’ll walk you through an easy and straightforward seaming method to create the final shape… Simple and so satisfying!

Size

• 0–3 Months (3–6 Months)
• Finished Foot Circumference: 4¼ inches
• Finished Foot Length: 3¾ (4¼) inches
• Finished Height from Heel to Top Cuff: 2½ inches
• Samples shown: 0–3 Months size.

Yarn Options

• Sandnes Garn Double Sunday: 1 ball
• Sandnes Garn Line: 1 ball

Other Materials

• 4mm/US6 – 16-inch circular needles or 4mm/US6 double-pointed needles
• If using 16-inch circulars: A spare 3.75mm/US 5 straight, circular, or double pointed needle for binding off
• Stitch marker: 1
• FREE PATTERN

Prism Blanket In Morning

The building block of this blanket is a bias-knit garter-stitch square, made with simple increases, then decreases, and relaxing knit stitches in between. Changing yarn colors halfway through each square gives you a bright spot to anticipate during your increases, and then each row just flies by faster and faster from there!

Size

• Crib (Throw)
• Finished Dimensions: 30 inches wide x 40 inches long (40 inches wide x 50 inches long)
• Finished Dimensions of Each Square: 10 inches square

Yarn Options

Cascade 220 Superwash Merino or Cascade 220 Superwash:

• Main Color (MC): 4 (6) skeins
• Contrast Color 1 (CC1): 1 (2) skein(s)
• Contrast Color 2 (CC2): 1 (2) skein(s)
• Contrast Color 3 (CC3): 1 (2) skein(s)
• Contrast Color 4 (CC4): 1 (2) skein(s)

Sandnes Garn Line:

• Main Color (MC): 7 (11) skeins
• Contrast Color 1 (CC1): 2 (3) skein(s)
• Contrast Color 2 (CC2): 2 (3) skein(s)
• Contrast Color 3 (CC3): 2 (3) skein(s)
• Contrast Color 4 (CC4): 2 (3) skein(s)

Other Materials

• 4mm/US6 – 24-inch circular needles
• FREE PATTERN

Ayla

Ayla are amazing lounge socks (I like to think of them as ‘reading’ socks, something cosy to snuggle up with). You can make a pair for yourself, but beware, once you do you’ll start receiving requests, so you might as well start making some to give as gifts!

Ayla work up quickly on 6mm/US10 needles, we recommend using Berroco Vintage Chunky: it’s soft, people don’t tend to be allergic to it, it’s machine washable, and it isn’t prone to pilling or getting holes. The cables are very simple; if you’ve never knit cables before, this pattern is a great place to start.

Construction

Ayla are knit from the top down on two circular needles (though they can be adjusted for double-pointed needles or Magic Loop or a single short circular), with a simple cable repeat worked on the front and top of the foot, as well as the back above the heel flap.

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Size

• One size
• Finished measurements: Approximately 8” around leg and foot x 10” from top edge to top of heel

Materials

• Berroco Vintage Chunky: 2 skeins (shown in 6134 Sour Cherry, although 6151 and 61181 are also great colours holiday reds, 6152 and 6135 are good holiday greens)
• Two 6mm/US10-16” circular needles (or double pointed needles or 32″ long circular needle for magic loop or short 9″ circular needle)
• Cable needle
• 5 stitch markers (1 a different color for beg-of-round)
• Tapestry needle
• FREE PATTERN

Note

These socks are best made with Berroco Vintage Chunky, because it is machine washable, soft, and contains some nylon with makes them more durable than 100% wool. Most people with wool allergies are not allergic to the yarns in the Berroco Vintage collection. If you are making socks for someone who can ¨ tolerate cotton then you might consider using Estelle Breeze and a 5.5mm/US9 needle.