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2009 Summer Runway
Introducing the Studio's Summer 2009 Fashion Show! An inspirational gallery of knitting projects for your summer knitting pleasure! The Studio Team has knitted all of the Runway projects, so we know the patterns and materials will work for you!

Watch for some of these great projects to be offered as classes at The Studio this Spring & Summer!

Click the links to find the yarn and patterns you will need for these summer projects. Most of the patterns are available from our online store.  A few of these links will take you to other sites for the pattern.


Can Can Lace Pullover from Berroco Book #272
This lovely short sleeve lace pullover is knit in an ogee leaf lace pattern.
Yarn: Berroco Seduce 9(10, 12, 14, 15) hanks
Sizes: Bust 33.5 (38, 42.5, 47, 51.5)”
Needles & Notions: US 6, 24" circular; 2 st markers
Gauge: 20 sts & 26 rows = 4" in st st
Sample courtesy of Jane Braverman shown in color 4456


Mossy by Cindy Craig Designs
A big kid's jacket which has beautiful accent pockets and a delightful collar.
Yarn: Rowan Calmer 3 (4, 5, 5, 6, 7, ) skeins
Sizes: Chest: 28 (30, 32, 34, 36, 38)”
Needles & Notions: US 2, 5 & 7, 24" circulars: 2 sts holders; buttons
Gauge: 5 sts & 7 rows = 1” in st st
Sample courtesy of Cindy Craig

Flouncy Skirt by Cindy Craig Designs
A flattering skirt with a pretty lace hem that swings when you walk.
Yarn: Berroco NaturLin or Louet Euroflax
837, (925, 970, 1140, 1304, 1348, 1785) yds
Sizes: 36 (38, 40. 42. 44. 46, 48, 50)
Needles & Notions: US 3 & 7, 24" circulars; tapestry needle;
1 yd. of 1”  wide non-roll elastic; 8 st markers
Gauge: 6 sts & 8 rows = 1” in st st
Sample courtesy of Cindy Craig shown in NaturLin 6330 & Euroflax Great Lakes

Wave Carpet Bag from Ella Rae Book Eight
A felted bag in colors reminiscent of a sunny summer day at the beach.
Yarn: Ella Rae Classic, 
3 balls MC, and 1 ball each of three contrasting colors
Approx. Size: 13 Ύ” wide by 10”deep
Needles & Notions: US 11, 24" circular; handles; one button.
Gauge: 12 sts & 16 rows = 4”
Sample courtesy of Laura Gayle Green shown in MC:71; CC 135, 56 & 8

Loppem by Norah Gaughan Berroco Vol 3
A short sleeve, open front cardigan worked entirely in one piece in the round.
Yarn: Classic Elite Four Seasons Cotton 6 (6, 8, 9, 10, 11) hanks
Sizes: Bust 32 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50)"
Needles & Notions: US 8, 16" & 24" circular; cable needle;
two 1" buttons; 6 st markers
Gauge: 18 sts & 20 rows = 4” in st st
Sample courtesy of Sarah Kraley shown in color 76060

Around ‘n Around by Jeanne Abel  NatureSpeak Knits
A “saddle-bag” style felted shoulder bag with unique construction.
Yarn: Ella Rae Classic, 2 balls each of 2 colors
Approx. size before felting: 17”Wx15”H
Needles & Notions: US 8, 29-34” circs & US 8 16-20” circs; 8 markers (2oversized & 2split); 24” dental floss; spare needle; two buttons; leather or wood handles.
Gauge: 4 ½ sts & 6 rows = 1” in st st
Sample courtesy of Beth Schaffer shown in colors 40 and 66

Blooming Cotton Scarf by Eunny Jang of Interweave Knits
Work the magic of slipped stitches to create a rich, colorful pattern.
Yarn: Tahki Stacy Charles Cotton Classic,
MC: 4 skeins; CC: 1 skein ea.of 8 colors
Size: 10½" Wx70½" L, excluding fringe
Needles & Notions: US 7, 36-40" circular; st markers; tapestry needle
Gauge: 21st & 46 rows = 4" in pattern
Sample courtesy of Mary K Holdgraf shown in: MC 3856; CC1 3940; CC2 3932; CC3 3805; CC4 3722; CC5 3559; CC6 3412; CC7 3456; CC8 3458

Little Boy Blue Sweater & Hat Set by Leah Wulster for Jojoland
Enjoy the tantalizing colorways of Jojoland with this adorable ensemble.
Yarn: Jojoland Rhythm; 5 (6) balls
Sizes: 6-12mos (1-2year) Chest 24 (26)
Needles & Notions: US 8, 24" circular; set of US 8 dpns;
4 buttons; 8 st markers; tapestry needle; scrap yarn.
Gauge: 4 sts & 7 rows = 1”
Sample courtesy of Alexis Fay shown in M10

Little Liza Jane fromTwistCollective.com
Lace cascades and sweet little cables girl’s dress.
Yarn: Freedom Sincere DK 3 (4, 5, 5) skeins
Sizes: 6 mos (12 mos, 2T, 3T)
Needles & Notions: US 4, 16" circular; set of US 4 dpn; st markers; cable needle; st holder; tapestry needle; spare needle; 3 buttons 5/8”
Gauge: 22 sts and 36 rows = 4” in st st after blocking
Sample courtesy of Marty Dakan  shown in pink

Spring Flower Shrug by Allie Scholes
Feminine and flirty, this is a fast knit. Wear it over tanks and
camisoles for a fabulous summer fashion.

Yarn: Manos del Uruguay 3 (4, 5, 6) skeins
Sizes: Small (Med, Lg, XLg)
Needles & Notions: US 11, 32” circular; J crochet hook
Gauge: 3.5 sts & 5.5 rows = 1”
Sample courtesy of Allie Scholes shown in color 63

Four Seasons Lace Vest from ClassicElite.com
Wear it over tees, dresses, skirts or jeans.
Yarn: Classic Elite Four Seasons Cotton 5 (5, 7, 9, 10) hanks
Sizes: Bust 33(40½, 48, 55½, 63)”
Needles & Notions: US 6 & 9, 24" circular; 2 st markers
Gauge: 19 sts & 18 rows = 4" in pattern with larger needles
Sample courtesy of Jane Braverman in color #7616

Flower Child by Norah Gaughan for Berroco Vol 4
A beautiful, flowing sweater inspired by the romantic realm of a mythic hippie.
Yarn: Berroco Pure Pima 8(10,11,13,14,16) hanks
Sizes: Bust 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50)”
Needles & Notions: US 4 & 6 needles; G hook
Gauge: 22 st & 26 rows = 4” in st st
Sample courtesy of Berroco shown in color 2201