Mix-and-match ensemble of hat, crew socks and fingerless mittens to knit in two colors of DK weight yarn of your choice and size 6/0 seed beads.

Although the color work might appear involved, the slip-stitch color knitting is simple because you only need to handle one yarn color at a time. The beads give an added depth of color and look of complexity to an otherwise simple beaded knitting technique.

Hat is sized for Adult Small-Medium [Large-Extra Large].  Size 5 and 7 U.S. (3.75 and 4.5 mm) needles suggested.

Crew Socks and Fingerless Mittens are sized for Adult Small [Medium, Large]. Size 2 and 5 [6, 7] U.S. (2.75 and 3.75 [4, 4.5] mm) needles suggested.

Pictured models knitted in Heirloom Easycare 8, #711 (for the lighter yarn) and #779 (for the darker yarn), and Miyuki beads #6-1427 Silver-lined Violet.
 

Sample cover page of the Beaded Diamond Mosaic knitting pattern.

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This flapper-style hat was inspired by the movie "Agatha" starring Vanessa Redgrave.  Women in the 20's and 30's wore these lovely cloche hats.  A second inspiration was a biography of Bella Abzug, a politician who did a lot for women's issues. Bella was famous for always wearing a hat; hence Bella's Beads.

The design has a beaded roll brim followed by plain knitting, then a beaded band emphasized in purl stitches. Two versions for the crown are given - one with beaded purl circles (left), and the other with beaded garter spokes (right). For the beaded areas, you will be manipulating two strands of yarn, one with and one without beads. This is a simple way to introduce the beads as needed into the knitting.

Adult small [medium, large] - finished circumference 19-¾ [21, 22-½]" to fit head approximately 21 [22, 23]". Heavy worsted weight or UK 12-ply yarn - 105 [115, 125] yards. 4-½ stitches/inch over stockinette on larger needles. Suggested needle sizes U.S. 6 and 8, 40 g size 8/0 seed beads. Supplemental thread for carrying the beads: 35 [40, 45] yards.

Written stitch instructions.
 

Sample cover page of the Bella's Beads Cloche knitting pattern.

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Indulge yourself! A stylish hat and fingerless mitts that are so easy to make in luxury yarn already plied with crystals.

Instructions for 2 sizes: adult small-medium [large-extra large]. Made with coordinating yarns with similar worsted weight gauges: main yarn (M), and an accent yarn (A) that is pre-strung and plied with crystals or beads. Size U.S. 10/6 mm needles suggested for gauge of 4 stitches/inch over stockinette stitch; U.S. 7/4.5 mm needles for plaited ribbing, and crochet hook size D/3 mm for making the chain stitch loops. Shown in Tilli Tomas 100% spun silk, Mariel's Crystals and Simply Heaven, color 180. Written stitch instructions.

• Hat: 20 [22]" headband circumference; 80 [100] yards (M); 15 [18] yards (A)
• Mitts: 8 [9]" hand circumference; 100 [125] yards (M); 8 [9] yards (A)

Sample cover page of the Easy Elegance Ensemble knitting pattern.

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Knit and felt a unique head covering - with ease!  In solids or variegated yarns, this is sure to be a head-turning accessory.

Sized for Small (up to hat size 7) [Medium (hat sizes 7 to 8), Large (hat size 8 or larger)].  Allow approximately 4-½ [5, 5-½] 2-ply worsted weight wool yarn (not superwash).  Yarn is used doubled throughout.  Three stitches/inch (before felting) on size U.S. 11/8 mm needles suggested.  Shown in handspun yarns.
 

Sample cover page of the Felted Beret knitting pattern.

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Neck Warmer, coordinating Wrist Warmers and Hat are knitted in a simple lace motif that looks more complicated than it really is.

The pattern stitch has a pretty reverse side, too, so that the items can be worn inside out or with edges folded over to give a variety of looks.

These items can be knitted in any sport weight yarn of your choice. Size U.S. 6 and 7/4 and 4.5 mm needles suggested for neck warmer, Size U.S. 6/4 mm needles for hat, and size U.S. 2/2.75 mm for wrist warmers.

Written instructions.
 

Sample cover page of the Filigree Lace Ensembles knitting pattern.

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Wear the hat alone or as part of a set.

Choice of two styles of wrist warmers

Here's a cuddly set with coordinating scarf, headband or collar, mitts and muffatees (fingerless gloves) in an undulating lacy design. The scarf is reversible, and a bonus is that the items in the set can be worn with either side facing out to give equally pleasing yet different looks. Lace or light fingering weight yarn, US 4 and 5 needles.

Yarn suggestions:  (F)

• Jojoland Melody Superwash wool - 50g/220 yds.

• Kollage Luscious Cotton Sock Yarn - 55 gm/185 yds.

Sample cover page of the Lacy Riverine knitting pattern.

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This roll-brim hat features a decorative Norwegian braid band. Made in luxury yarn, its softness will bring warmth and comfort to body and soul.

Adult small-medium [large-extra large]- finished circumference 20 [22]" to fit head approximately 21-22[22½-23½]".  Worsted weight yarn 110 [125] yards of main color, 4 yards contrast color. 4 stitches/inch, size U.S. 9/5.5 mm needles suggested.

Written stitch instructions.
 

Sample cover page of the Norwegian Braid Hat knitting pattern.

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Treat yourself, or someone else you love, to a little bit of extravagance.  Soft scallops frame the face in this stylish cap knitted in a modified feather and fan lace stitch.  Choose a variegated yarn for zestful color interplay that is enhanced by the wavy pattern.  A nice alternate is to use a solid color yarn to emphasize the lace.  Medium adult finished circumference 21" to fit head approximately 22".  Adjust size or snugness of fit by adjusting gauge/needles used.  Laura worked the model shown on the left in Heritage Yarns Woven Cotton Chenille in the Summer Haze colorway and bottom in Jewels are a Girl's Best Friend.  Gauge is approximately 3-1/2 stitches/inch on a size 7 (U.S.) needle.

Suggested yarns:  (B)
 

Sample cover page of the Scalloped Juliet Cap knitting pattern.

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