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Good Morning Knitters,                                                                                   Welcome to the first issue of Knit Picky Patterns!  Since summer is passing us by rather quickly, it's time to start preparing for fall. Get your needles ready because August is a wonderful time to start knitting fall clothes and accessories.  From this lovely Crossover Knit Sweater to knit jewelry, such as our stylish Julie necklace, there's plenty of time to fill up your wardrobe for the new season.   If you're new to knitting, visit our sister site for tips and tutorials. More Knifty Knits: 1. Softee Chunky Belt 2. Brea Bag 3. Eyelet Headband We love to make new knitting friends.  Don't forget to follow AllFreeKnitting on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.  Perfect for summer - we have once again arranged for you to get a Free Diet Sample Pack - Lose up To 30 Pounds in 30 Days.  Get your Diet Sample Pack. Happy Knitting, Editor of Knit Picky Patterns   P.S.  Don't you hate it when you can never find the right bag to match your outfit?  Visit our Knitted Bag category for tons of great bag patterns.   P.P.S. Summer crochet ideas - get these amazing crochet and craft catalogs.  From crochet to knitting and scrapbooking, jewelry and more!

Knitting Spotlight
			Thrifty Market Bag This bag is a must-have for all knitters.  It's small enough to store away, but large enough to fit all your groceries. Plus, it's super cute!
			Christmas Present Pillow This bow pillow is gorgeous and simple to knit.  Make one to spruce up your home for the holidays.  This pattern makes a great decoration for any season, just play with the colors.

A new KAL on Knitting Daily TV-This one is adorable! (Part 1)

This sock-inspired stuffed sheep is cuddly and adorable!

It used this pattern from Lion Brand Yarns: Free Knitting Pattern: Little Lamb Sock Critter. Lion Brand has many other of this style of sock critter.

Listed below are the other patterns that are similar to the one used in the KAL. Some are simple and some are very extravagant like the Little Lamb Sock Critter. I love the designs and plan on knitting all of them.  They are quite cute and easy to knit.

Cora

Purrfect Kitty Sock Critter

This super cuddly sock-inspired stuffed cat is the perfect gift for any child!

 

Tubby Teddy Sock Critter

This sock-inspired stuffed teddy bear is cuddly and adorable!

 

Bouncy Bunny Sock Critter

This adorable bunny stuffed animal is a great gift for any child.

 

Poochie Pup Sock Critter

This sock-inspired stuffed toy is cuddly and adorable!

Little Lion Sock Critter

This adorable lion is king of the amigurumi jungle!

 

 

Little Lamb Sock Critter Knit-Along Pt. 1 on Knitting Daily TV (#504)

Little Lamb Sock Critter Knit-Along Pt. 2 on Knitting Daily TV (#505) 

 

Little Lamb Sock Critter Knit-Along Pt. 3 on Knitting Daily TV (#506) 

 Enjoy, will post other videos as they come along.

Some Dog Sweaters...

Original Hot Dog Coat (same picture at both links) 

Well as most of you know weather here can get pretty cold in the fall. So i decided that Leo needed a sweater or two. I cam across this sweater, called the Hot Dog Crochet Coat that was featured in a Hooked on Crochet Newsletter. Caron Internationals has the pattern as well, called the Hot Dog Coat.

So I grabbed some trusty Red Heart Yarn. This is a dog sweater and will need to stand up to tons of washing.  My step-daughter also asked for the same dog sweater for her dog Tuck, so i m working on both at the same time so I don't get bored. Hubby shook his head, I think in resignation...lol.

The Outer Buns of the sweater with Leo

So I now have the Outer buns done for both coats and I am starting the Inner Buns. What a cute pattern but one that is difficult to crochet watching tv, especially during Dog Whisperer. I love how Cesar is with dogs..."I rehabilitate dogs and I train people." Love it.  His book Cesar's Way is a fascinating, no holds barred book. What a fascinating man.

Skull Motif Dog Coat

So while on the Caron Website I discovered this awesomely adorable sweater called Skull Motif Dog Coat also available at Favecrafts.com under the title of Skull Dog Coat. This one is so cute! The skull is a pocket and depending on the size of coat there is one pocket or two.  I am planning on crocheting a couple of these as well. I think it will give Leo that dapper look don't you?

Interweave has a new eBook out...8 Free Knitting Patterns for Kids

New eBook! Eight Free Knitting Patterns for Children

I love this! There are some really nice patterns in this eBook:

• Petite Feet (five designs)
• Back to School (small to XL Adult)
• School-Girl Pullover
• Stop-Traffic Circles (wondering if this can be adjusted to an adult size sweater)
• Shadowy Vest (fits 2-year-old to a 10-year-old)
•  Unspun Roving Mittens (sized for children and women)
• You Kiss a Hundred Frogs Purse (Back Pack)
• Earflap Hats (hmm DH has been asking for this style of hat for a while now) 
  

Hope you enjoys these as much as I do.

Cora

4 Gorgeous Pullovers form Lion Brand Yarns

Get Ready for Fall with Four Pullovers

Crochet Ladylike Pullover Knit Lacy Short Sleeved Sweater Knit Kildare Pullover Knit Fitted Pullover

New Catalog Sneak Peek: 20 New Patterns

	What's New This Week In Patterns
	Patterns uploaded to LionBrand.com from August 9 to 15, 2010

	Knit Little Lamb This adorable little lamb will be a  wonderfully cozy toy in Superwash Merino Cashmere.  Superwash merino for warmth, cashmere for softness, and nylon for strength makes makes this  machine-washable yarn durable and soft,  for toys that your chlidren will treasure. Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Berry Bloom Hat and Scarf Multi-colored Hometown USA makes this  easy scarf and hat set stand out. With three multi-colored plies in each colorway, the colors blend beautifully with just a  single strand! Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Wine Carrier   Wine carriers are wonderful handmade gifts!  Next time you're bringing wine to someone's home, make sure to bring it in a personalized carrier.  Click here to view pattern details.
	Crafted Champagne Glass Tassels If you're having a party, make these simple  tassels so everyone can keep track of their  glasses. Or better yet, have everyone make  their own unique tassel for a fun party activity!  Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Home Team Hat   Make this hat in your team's colors! There  are over 30 colors of Hometown USA to  choose from, so you can customize this hat, perfect for watching football this fall. Click here to view pattern details.
	Knit Big Stitch Pillow   Big, bold stitches make this simple pillow a beautiful addition to your home! For an even more bold design, make it in any of  30 colors of Wool-Ease Thick & Quick or  pair it with any of the loop stitch pillows below. Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Loop Stitch Pillow For a unique pillow, use the loop stitch.  These little loops add fun texture and  are fun to crochet.  For knit versions, see below.  Click here to view pattern details.
	Knit Felted Little Loops Pillow   Make coordinating loop pillows for a funky look.  These little loops are felted after you knit by being machine washed. See the crocheted  version above and the knit version with big loops below. Click here to view pattern details.
	Knit Felted Loops Pillow Jumbo felted loops make this pillow unique and whimsical. Make it to match a collection   of looped pillows, or let it stand out on its own.  See the other loop stitch pillows above.  Click here to view pattern details.
	Knit Herringbone Stitch Pillow   Herringbone stitch is ideal for a classic pillow perfect for any home! Make it in the suggested  Linen color of Wool-Ease Thick & Quick, or any  of the other 30 colors to match your decor!  Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet New Year's Purse   This little clutch is not just for New Year's.   It's great for a fun night out or to give as a gift.   Plus, you can crochet it while traveling or commuting!    Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet New Year's Shawl   Whether it's New Year's Eve or any night out,  this Vanna's Glamour shawl will add just a little w armth and a beautiful sparkle. Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Thanksgiving Gourds   It's never too early to start making holiday decorations! These fun gourds are festive  decorations for fall and make a great  centerpiece for Thanksgiving. Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Amigurumi Mummy Ornament   With a whole collection of new Halloween  amigurumi ornaments, you'll want to get  started early.  The adorable mummy is  sure to be a favorite.      Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Halloween Ghost Ornament   Ghosts are always a Halloween favorite,  and a collection of these floating around  will make for fun and friendly Halloween decor. Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Halloween Bat Ornament   This bat is not likely to scare away trick or treaters, but it will be fun to crochet. Make a  family of bats for your home, or make some to give away! Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Halloween Skull Ornament   The spookiest of our new Halloween Ornaments,  this skull coordinates well with our Skull Candy Bag. Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Halloween Owl Ornament   This is no ordinary owl; this is a spooky  Halloween owl! Haunt your windows or  doorways with this spooktacular creature!      Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Halloween Tombstone Ornament   Tombstones don't have to be scary! This ornament  can be part of the whimsical crochet decor for this  year's Halloween. Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Ornament   This friendly Jack-O-Lantern is a fun Halloween   decoration.  It can also be made without the face  and used all autumn long.  Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Halloween Witch Ornament   This witch's hat makes an adorable Halloween  themed gift, as well as a wonderful decoration  for your own home.   Click here to view pattern details.
	Two-Color Tunisian Crochet Tote   Purple Vanna's Choice and copper Vanna's Glamour  add beautiful colors to this textured Tunisian crochet tote.   Tunisian crochet is a wondeful technique that combines the skills required for crochet with the look of knitted material. Click here to view pattern details.
	Knit Holiday Felted Ornament   Perfect for an on-the-go project, make several of these for coordinating holiday  ornaments for your tree or make a bunch  to give as gifts! Click here to view pattern details.