This easy cap combines garter stitch and slipped stitches for a style that’s warm and comfortable. At least 2 colors works best, I used four. Even if only one color is used, an attractive texture will result. There are two sizes offered, 19-inch and 21-inch circumference. It is a great way to use up odd bits of worsted wool or acrylic yarn.

This was created as a simple project to use up Red Heart Baby Clouds yarn. It is worked in the round, but can be worked flat and seamed if desired. I have not tested the pattern flat.

This is a fairly rough english translation from a pattern originally in French. It worked well enough for me to create an adorable sweater in the 6-month size that was a good fit. Refer to the original pattern on the Phildar website for additional information. I did not copy the schematics, which are especially helpful.

This basic beanie is a bit long for a slouchy effect and is a great introduction to two-stranded color work. You will need two colors of worsted weight yarn, 105 yards of the main color and 65 yards of the contrast color to make an adult sized hat. I used a 16-inch cable needle to start and a set of double-points to finish, but you could do the...