Sue Blacker

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Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This simple triangular shawl is worked from the top down and is made of decreasing rows of small square blocks.
Knitting: Pullover
This lovely summer pullover is designed in a stretchy rib which enables it to be worn loose and chunky or more fitted.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
These sweet little decorations will work on the tree or possibly fill a small hole in a Christmas stocking. They use the circular amigurumi crochet technique.
Knitting: Pullover
This Traditional Guernsey Pullover is a good introductory design, modelled on the Cornish designs with a textured yoke and plain body. It is work back to front to reduce the weight while knitting though experienced Guernsey knitters may prefer to work in the round and work the sleeves downwards.
Knitting: Electronics Cozy, Fingerless Gloves
These mitts will be quite firm and hard-wearing due to the nature and strength of the Guernsey yarn. The simple design is worked flat with an attractive anchor motif and requires only one 50g ball of yarn. It is an ideal small and first project to work with Guernsey yarn.
Knitting: Pullover
To complement our Ladies version in 4-ply, we also have a men’s version in DK. They are both suitable for anyone, so if you prefer working in DK, this is the option for all genders! The fitted sweater is worked in four main pieces, then seamed together. The half Fisherman’s Rib and is quicker to work as well! This is a comfortable and easy-to-w...
Knitting: Pullover
This attractive fitted sweater is working in four main pieces, then seamed together. The half Fisherman’s Rib makes a lighter and more economical garment than a full Fisherman’s Rib and is quicker to work as well! The garment is finished with an optional neat contrast band at neck, cuffs and welt, which makes it stylish. This is a comfortable a...
Crochet: Scarf
This 28-row design motif is inspired by Cornish beaches and the Surfers that can be found there all year round. The basic surfboard pattern can be adapted to make it wider or narrower to create a variety of cosy beachwear for those inevitable windy days at the coast. You can choose whether to make these designs in a single colour or take advant...
Knitting: Pullover
This casual unisex raglan sleeved pullover features the same Celtic-style cable used in our Beanie patterns, incorporated as a central panel on the front. The hem and cuffs are in rib. The pattern is knitted in the round from the bottom up. The finished chest circumference measures 77-142cm / 30-56 inches, each size increases by two inches / 5 ...
Crochet: Scarf
This pretty crochet Sea Scarf takes its name from the wave design of the stiches. Simple and cosy, the scarf has a double slot to pass on the end through for a neat warm, non-slip effect. This pattern uses 3 balls of Blacker Swan in DK.
Knitting: Poncho
The Cove Poncho is knit flat from cuff to cuff in 2 pieces with a beautiful cable panel along the hem. The yarn is Blacker Yarns delightful 15th Birthday Yarn, and its named after the beautiful coves found in Cornawall, UK.
Knitting: Cowl
This cowl pattern is started with a provisional cast-on in order to graft the stitches for a seamless finish. This is Blacker Yarns delightful 15th Birthday Yarn, and is named after beautiful Coves found in Cornwall, UK. The shades available in this yarn are stunning and screamed out to be used within a colorwork project; it is almost like knit...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
This pattern is worked cuff down with a 1 x 1 twisted rib and uses a striking colorwork pattern. This is Blacker Yarns delightful 15th Birthday Yarn, and is named after beautiful Coves found in Cornwall, UK. The shades available in this yarn are stunning and screamed out to be used within a colorwork project; it is almost like knitting a piece ...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
This pattern is worked cuff down with a 1 x1 twisted rib and uses a combination of stockinette and stranded colorwork. This yarn is named after the beautiful coves found in Cornwall, UK. Porthcurno is one of my favourites and the magnificent Minack theatre is but a stone’s throw away. The stepped colorwork detail within this pattern gives a dis...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This pattern is worked brim up with a 1 x 1 twisted rib and uses a striking yet simple cable repeat. This is Blacker Yarns delightful 15th Birthday Yarn, and is named after beautiful Coves found in Cornwall, UK. Enjoy!
Knitting: Hot Water Bottle
This hot water bottle cover uses an impressive herringbone stitch pattern, which is only two rows and makes for a lovely dense fabric. The cover is designed with a loose rib neck so that it simply pulls over the hot-water bottle.
Crochet: Throw
This modern crochet blanket is simple and quick to make but with striking results. Use just one or two favourite colours, or experiment with several and use the project to use up your stash of DK yarn. The finished piece is a small, lap-sized blanket, but this can be easily expanded to a larger size if desired.
Knitting: Pullover
This pattern is also available as part of The Tor Collection eBook for £15.00 GPB
Knitting: Knee-highs, Mid-calf Socks
This pattern is also available as part of The Tor Collection eBook for £15.00 GPB
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This pattern is also available as part of The Tor Collection eBook for £15.00 GPB
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This pattern is also available as part of The Tor Collection eBook for £15.00 GPB
Crochet: Pillow / Cushion
This pattern is also available as part of The Tor Collection eBook for £15.00 GPB
Knitting: Vest
This classic vest has a split hem, hanging slightly longer in the back than at the front, and elegant lines of broken rib that continue up the side of the body. Knitted seamlessly from the bottom up, this pattern comes with lots of options for making it your own, including a V-neck or scoop neck version.
Knitting: Cardigan
The Stannum Cardigan is classic and wearable shape with simple construction, suitable for first-time garment knitters. This cardigan is worked from the top down with a seamless raglan construction, enabling you to try on as you work. Guidelines are included in the pattern on how to customise the fit.
Knitting: Cardigan
The Macaulay Cardigan is a classic, semi-fitted cardigan with set-in sleeves. It has deep ribbed welts at the waist and cuffs, accentuated by a contrasting band of Garter Stitch which gives the effect of piping.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The Pointillist Hat is a graphic and playful colourwork design in two sizes, inspired by the work of Georges Seurat. It features a deep cuff of Half Twisted Rib, stripes and spots in stranded colourwork and an optional (but strongly recommended!) pom pom.
Knitting: Cowl
The Pointillist Cowl features a graphic and playful colourwork motif inspired by the work of Georges Seurat. This generously sized cowl is long enough to wrap twice around your neck, to keep you cosy all winter long.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Op Art Shawl features a play on the traditional Old Shale Lace pattern, updated to create a shawl with a more modern construction and feel. The lace pattern distorts the stripes in a way that is reminiscent of the work of Bridget Riley, and so the name was born.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This perfectly plush hat is knitted in the round from brim to crown using laceweight yarn held double to create a marled effect. Designed to have plenty of stretch, we recommend lots of negative ease if you like a snug fit. Wear it with the brim folded up, or slouchy with the brim down. The pom pom is optional, but strongly recommended!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This triangular half-hap shawl comes in two sizes and is worked seamlessly, beginning with the Central Garter Stitch Section. Stitches are picked up around the edge for the Stockinette Stitch Lace Border and finally a Garter Stitch Applied Edging is knitted on parallel to the live stitches.
Knitting: Pullover
This raglan jumper is knitted seamlessly in the round from the bottom up. Sleeves and body are worked separately to the underarms, then joined to knit the yoke. Short rows are worked to shape the neckline before finishing with a rolled neckband. All cable motifs are charted, and are worked over a six-row repeat.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Iridea Wrap is a sumptuously soft accessory that can be worn as a scarf, but is also wide enough to drape around the shoulders. Instructions for the lace pattern are both written and charted.
Knitting: Mittens
These mittens will keep your hands warm and toasty all winter long. Blacker Yarns Gotland DK has a beautiful halo after blocking which traps warm air to make the mittens extra snug.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Burnished Night is a square hap in two sizes. It is worked in the round beginning in the centre, with diagonal increases radiating out to the four corners. These increases divide the four panels – one Garter Stitch, one lace and two simple Stocking Stitch.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Gwindra Shawl is a large, crescent-shaped accessory in one size. The body of the shawl is worked in a modified Garter Stitch pattern, and the Applied Border has a lace and cable design. Though the sample uses just one stripe of contrasting colour, there are many possibilities for adding more stripes, or knitting the edging in the contrast c...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Hartland Cliffs Shawl is a feather-light accessory in one size, worked in just 100g of Blacker Yarns Laceweight. Although designed to be worked in two colours, it looks equally beautiful in a single shade.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
The Morwenstowe Socks are a pair of two-colour socks featuring a lace and cable design, with instructions in three sizese
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
These cosy socks are knitted top down with a heel flap construction. The two-colour slip stitch fabric is worked by striping alternate rows using only one colour at a time - no colourwork knitting is required. Both the foot and leg length are adjustable, so we recommend periodically trying on these socks as you go to ensure the best fit. This p...
Knitting: Tee
The Talland Tee is a lacy, lightweight summer top with a relaxed fit. It is worked in one piece from the bottom hem upwards; separated at the armholes and rejoined at the shoulders. Shoulder seams are joined with a Three-Needle Bind Off, so there is no sewing involved. Instructions for the lace pattern are both written and charted.
Knitting: Scarf
This scarf features reverse Stocking Stitch and Garter Stitch panels, with an optional intarsia section to add a dash of contrast. The Garter Stitch panels are knitted on the bias, which gives the ends of the scarf a pleasing staggered effect and enhanced drape.
Knitting: Cardigan
This relaxed, drop-shoulder cardigan is knitted flat from the bottom up. Front and back are separated at the armholes and each section knitted back and forth before seaming at the shoulders. Sleeve stitches are picked up around the armhole and knitted in the round, ending with the cuff. Neckband and button band are picked up and knitted in Moss...
Knitting: Cardigan
This garment is designed as outerwear, to be quite loose-fitting. The garment is worked in 5 main pieces, with the back and two fronts worked separately, then the optional sleeves are worked downwards after joining the shoulder seams. Working the sleeves in the round after joining the side seams is preferred. The collar and button bands are th...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
The Holt Wristwarmers are a simple pair of fingerless gloves with a cable pattern, in two sizes. They are the ideal project for learning how to knit cables, and for practicing knitting in the round. Instructions are given for knitting the gloves flat (Page 2) or in the round (Page 4), although in both cases the thumbs are knitted in the round.