Sunday, 25 November 2018

Knitted carnation

Tony and I have wandered around a couple of  local craft fairs today. We always like to buy something when we see a handmade item as we appreciate the amount of work that has gone into the item.  Today we bought a gorgeous raspberry vinegar for Alexanders Christmas hamper... he's a real foodie and a few weeks ago mentioned how lovely it was.
I also bought a bunch of knitted carnations and when I got home I searched online for the pattern... It's below if anyone wants to try it... I don't know how the lady could sell them for £3...  They must have cost at least that to make them. My photography makes them look like pan scrubbers but in reality they look very realistic





Carnation Pattern...   I make no claim to this pattern. If I knew who devised it I would gladly credit it. 

1.5 metres knit in lace
Double knitting wool
No 4mm knitting needles
Small amount of stuffing

Cast on 8 stitches
Row 1 Knit one knit twice into next stitch. Repeat knit one knit twice into next stitch
until end of row (12 stitches)
Row 2 Knit to end of row
Row 3 Knit one knit twice into next stitch. Repeat knit one knit twice into next stitch
until end of row (18 stitches)
Row 4 Knit to end of row
Row 5 Knit one knit twice into next stitch. Repeat knit one knit twice into next stitch
until end of row (27 stitches)
Row 6 Knit row incorporating lace.
Row 7 Knit to end of row
Row 8 Knit to end of row
Row 9 Knit to end of row
Row 10 Knit incorporating lace
Row 11 Knit to end of row
Row 12 Knit to end of row
Row 13 Knit one Knit two together. Repeat knit 1 knit two together to end of row (18
stitches)
Row 14 Knit incorporating lace
Row 15 Knit one Knit two together. Repeat knit 1 knit two together to end of row (12
stitches)
Row 16 Knit incorporating lace
Row 17 Knit one Knit two together. Repeat knit 1 knit two together to end of row (8
stitches)
Leaving a long end cut wool. Thread through remaining stitches and pull up tight.
Using the long end of wool sew up the sides of knitting, matching the cut ends of the
lace but leaving the cast on edge open.
Stuff through the hole at the base of the flower. Sew up hole
Use florist wire and florist tape to make carnations with stems.
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5 comments:

  1. KnitYoga25 November 2018 at 18:29

    The knit in lace is very expensive. I knitted a Christmas tree with some a while ago and was surprised at the price. £3 a bunch was a bargain!

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    1. Cherie25 November 2018 at 18:43

      Hi Hazel. I have just ordered some from Ali express. If it is any good I will let you know.

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  2. TheAwakenedSoul25 November 2018 at 19:10

    Those are gorgeous! They look real.

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  3. jenny_o26 November 2018 at 02:08

    Wow, those are beautiful! I like to support other crafters as well. I don't know of many who make much on their crafts. It's a labour of love in many cases.

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  4. mamasmercantile26 November 2018 at 07:08

    I am always a fan of handcrafted but do wish they wouldn't undersell themselves. You certainly bagged yourself a bargain, they are beautiful.

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