tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4223623511418769645.post7484617027111913152..comments2024-03-02T02:01:50.404-08:00Comments on Wishing I was Knitting at the Lake: Puffy Basketweave Baby BlanketCathyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13601926981102367271noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4223623511418769645.post-48936733365740907812016-06-12T10:46:55.997-07:002016-06-12T10:46:55.997-07:00Hi Cathy,
The first knit row, I keep ending up wi...Hi Cathy,<br /><br />The first knit row, I keep ending up with 12 knit at the end, not 8. <br /><br />I included the slip stitch to knit in the first 4 knit, then I knit 4 more and purl 4. Continued to stitch 120, which was a purl, so there are 12 left to knit, is that right? <br /><br />Thank you,<br /><br /> BrookeSbrookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06354570103832536245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4223623511418769645.post-12385638710224214692013-02-01T06:34:10.970-08:002013-02-01T06:34:10.970-08:00This is a beautiful blanket! I'm trying to kn...This is a beautiful blanket! I'm trying to knit it with 2 strands of thin baby yarn and size 11 needles. But it's not very "puffy" looking yet. Any ideas/tips?? Thanks so much.knitcindynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4223623511418769645.post-60346143543546188362013-02-01T04:06:16.538-08:002013-02-01T04:06:16.538-08:00I've started knitting this blanket and so far,...I've started knitting this blanket and so far, it doesn't look "puffy"! How long does it take before it starts looking puffy?? I'm knitting on size 11 needles using 2 strands of sport yarn. THANKS!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4223623511418769645.post-61624033615735339352010-03-19T09:24:19.375-07:002010-03-19T09:24:19.375-07:00Never a dumb question!
I'm not familiar with...Never a dumb question! <br /><br />I'm not familiar with that yarn, and I appologize that I don't have time to look it up , I'm still in Michigan and am running out the door for more appointments with my parents needs right now. <br /><br />However, you can do one of two things, check the label and see what they suggest size-wise. If it's a '4' / worsted weight you should be able to go wtih the posted size. However, the 2nd thing you can do, and it's the 'knitter's best way' would be to knit up a small swatch - say a 6 " square and see how the fabric it makes, 'lays'. and how you like it. You can 'play' with different sized needles to see how the fabric you are creating looks and feels. <br /><br />That's the fun of knitting-you are creating something new. A pattern is a guideline and the gauge I gave you is what I got when I used that yarn with those needles. See? Hope this makes sense, I'm sorry I dont' have more time to type more. The Doc is waiting for us.<br /><br />happy knitting,<br />cathyCathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13601926981102367271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4223623511418769645.post-88765585619929899742010-03-19T06:36:42.219-07:002010-03-19T06:36:42.219-07:00Hi, Cathy!
This blanket looks BEAUTIFUL and I can...Hi, Cathy!<br /><br />This blanket looks BEAUTIFUL and I can't wait to start it for my 19-month old son.<br /><br />Quick question, and it's a "dumb knitter" type of question. I have a Plymouth Yarn, Jeannee, that I'm using for this project. It's a worsted weight and calls for US 8 needles. Will it still look nice to start with size 8 and then move up to size 10, as your directions indicate, or should I adjust sizes (say start with 6 and move up to 8)?<br /><br />As you can tell, I'm relatively new to knitting. I don't seem to have trouble with any of the stitches, but figuring out yarn weight with needle sizes confuses me. We have a great yarn shop here in our area who would also be able to help out, but I thought since it's your pattern, you will know best! :-)<br /><br />I appreciate any help you have time to offer.<br /><br />God bless you!Hamster Cryshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13129266458494495264noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4223623511418769645.post-41766089790465711662009-06-03T22:03:01.234-07:002009-06-03T22:03:01.234-07:00Slipping the first stitch gives it a nice smooth e...Slipping the first stitch gives it a nice smooth edge.Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13601926981102367271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4223623511418769645.post-82576521653415039092009-06-03T21:54:43.297-07:002009-06-03T21:54:43.297-07:00Hi! I think this blanket is so cute! Why do you h...Hi! I think this blanket is so cute! Why do you have to slip the first stitch when knitting this pattern? It is just for aesthetics? Can I just knit it without the slipped stitch? Thanks for your help! I am looking forward to knitting this blanket.<br /><br />LexieLexiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01175984897927859930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4223623511418769645.post-13158944683917901542007-08-16T03:28:00.000-07:002007-08-16T03:28:00.000-07:00for each increase in size, add 8 stitches to your ...for each increase in size, add 8 stitches to your cast on amount. Then, to add length...add 16 rows , or more (in groups of 16) to your desired length.<BR/>Enjoy!Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13601926981102367271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4223623511418769645.post-68698246541009509632007-08-15T16:21:00.000-07:002007-08-15T16:21:00.000-07:00Hi, Cathy! The blanket is beautiful! If I wanted t...Hi, Cathy! The blanket is beautiful! If I wanted to make it wider or narrower, what is the count for that? How many stitches plus what? I hope you understand what I am asking :) Thanks! SusanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com