Easy & Fun Designs to Knit By Barbara Selesnick

KeepItSimpleDesigns.com
 
Our favorite season for knitting is here!  Leaves are falling, and in some places snow has already arrived.  It is time to cuddle up with yummy yarns, our favorite hot beverage, and our passion for all things knitting!
 
Included in this Newsletter are several patterns for the season to get your juices flowing. Should you want to explore any of the patterns further, just click on the picture for more information.
 
We have added a few new features to our website.  You can now share and forward newsletters to your friends, and access archived newsletters that have been sent in the past.  Links for these features are at the top and bottom of each page.
 
As a reminder, all "Keep It Simple Designs" patterns that you have knitted can be posted on our website for all to see! Just email us with your photo and a little information about the item or experience, and we will also send you a free pattern of your choice just for posting! It is a great way to claim "Bragging Rights" and share a picture with someone you love!
    
Cascading Cables Afghan (KS171)
Cascading Cables Afghan 
Written In 5 Different Sizes 
 
   
Cover yourself with "Cascading Cables" all around. Quick and simple to knit on #13 needles and any Super Bulky Weight yarn, with cable crossings every 18th row. Written in five different sizes to fit your needs, so you can be lounging in luxury in no time!
"Two Sticks" Cabled Knitting Bag (KS138)
Two Sticks Cabled Knitting Bag
Sport about town with this classic Cabled Knitting Bag! Simple and fun to make... sturdy and strong to bring along for an afternoon of knitting with friends! Mix and match decorative needles for handles that slide easily into sleeves. Since the needles are removable, you will never be without "Two Sticks" wherever you go!  #10 1/2 & #11 needles on Super Bulky Weight yarn.
Classic Lauren
(KS215)
Classic Lauren 
We all need that classic comfortable sweater in our wardrobe. Dress it up for and evening out, or dress down for a casual day about town. This one is easy and fast to knit, and will give you years in "classic style" wherever you go! Written for sizes 30-62 (XS-5X). #7 needles.
Kimono Coat
 (KS153)
Kimono Coat 
(Click on picture to see front and back of coat).
 
Stay warm and cozy in this easy to knit "Kimono Coat". The scarf attaches around the neck to create the collar, and can be draped to the front or back for style. The Kimono sleeves are created using increases as you knit. Worked in Bulky weight yarn on #11 needles.  You will quickly have this one ready to wear for those cold winter days ahead. Sizes Small to 3x.

Sophisticated Wrap (KS134)
Sophisticated Wrap 
Dress yourself up in this versatile wrap. In a snap you can accessorize it with interesting buttons and a shawl pin or two, to create a different look every time you wear it! (Click on the photo to see a few creative ways to wear this shawl!) Knitted using #7 needles on any Aran/Worsted Weight yarn.

Cabled Scarf 
(KS112)
Cabled Scarf 
I have used this scarf pattern over and over to teach a beginning cable class. It is quite easy to make with just an 8 row pattern on #13 needles. Using knits and purls, you only pick up your cable needle every 7th row to create the twist. It's as simple as that!
Asymmetrical Wrap & Gauntlets (KS203)
Asymmetrical Wrap and Gauntlets 

Dress a bit Medieval & a bit Classic in this reversible "Asymmetrical Wrap with Gauntlets".  Knitted on #8 needles using a simple two-row pattern, with a different texture on each side. Attach the tie-sleeve for a gathered effect, or remove it to create an Asymmetrical narrowing to a rounded point.



3 Hour Capelet! (KS120)
3 Hour Capelet

Start knitting this capelet in the morning...and wear it that same evening. Simple and fast to make in stockinette stitch on #35 needles, it will quickly become one of your favorites. It is also reversible! One side is nubby and the other is smooth, giving you the flexibility to wear it either way depending on your mood.

Heather's Chemo Hats (KS126)
Heather's Chemo Hats

I knitted my first Chemo Hat for my good friend Heather. She was a wonderful person & friend, with a quick spunky sense of humor. These Chemo Hat patterns are dedicated to my good friend, and all that are dealing with similar circumstances. #11 and #13 needles. 

When you purchase this pattern, "Keep It Simple Designs" will donate 50% of our profit from this sale to The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

Lullaby Baby Cabled Blanket (KS128)
Lullaby Baby Cabled Blanket

"Lullaby Baby" is full of luscious cables to keep baby warm. A simple elongated cable pattern, that crosses every 10 rows, gives texture to this striped beauty. Knitted on #9 needles for a fast and fun project to make.

Two For The Road (KS204)
Two For The Road (KS204)
Two unique scarves that are reversible, with interesting and Simple-To-Knit stitch patterns on both sides.  Geometrically designed to look equally attractive on women as well as men.  #13 needles, shown in Lambs Pride Bulky yarn.
One-Ball-Bags
(KS202)
One-Ball-Bag
Click on picture to see both styles.
 
I am not only a knitting designer, but also an avid traveler. I have always carried my yarn & needles with me, only to have my ball of yarn roll out of sight while in-flight. I designed these "One-Ball Bags" as the perfect carrying system for travel or knitting On-The-Go! Inside the bottom of the bag lies a secret compartment to slide a Ziploc bag of table salt for weight. Remove the weighted Ziploc, and the drawstring handles can easily be used as a wrist caddy. Knitted using worsted weight yarn on #7 needles. Travel in style, in-flight or on the ground, with your "One-Ball Bags"!
    
Where to Buy Happy Knitting,


Barbara Selesnick
Keep It Simple Designs

Foward to Your Friends!