tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-335222632024-03-13T12:03:24.673-05:00Plus Size KnittingIf you know of a knitting pattern (free or not) for plus-sizes, please post a comment.Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-74482803706196642792013-01-09T03:53:00.002-05:002013-01-09T03:53:34.321-05:00Winter 2012 - 2013 Knitting Mags<span style="font-size: large;">Our winner this month is <a href="http://www.knittingdaily.com/blogs/knitscenemagazine/archive/2012/10/09/knitscene-winter-2012.aspx" target="_blank">Knitscene Winter 2012</a>!</span><br />
They have a gorgeous pattern for an open, flowing counterpane cardigan, that really is one of a kind!<br />
And it fits up to a 67" chest. :D<br />
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Here's the back of their <b><span style="font-size: large;">"Erte Cardigan"</span></b>:<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354432763/" title="Erte Cardigan Back by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Erte Cardigan Back" height="428" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8499/8354432763_cb8cc00c02.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
And the side view:<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354433191/" title="Erte Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Erte Cardigan" height="418" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8498/8354433191_f947b739dc.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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Here's our list of magazines for this time:<br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Cosyknits-Magazine-Autumn-Winter-2012/dp/B00AEVPYPG" target="_blank">Cosyknits - Autumn/Winter 2012</a></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.creativeknittingmagazine.com/" target="_blank">Creative Knitting - Winter 2012</a></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Interweave-Knits-Winter-January-2013/dp/B00A70TTRI" target="_blank">Interweave Knits - Winter - January, 2013</a></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.allamericancraftsmall.com/products/183-february13-knit-n-style" target="_blank">Knit 'n Style #183 - February 2013</a></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.interweavestore.com/Knitting/Magazines/Knitwear-Fall-2012.html" target="_blank">Knit Wear - Fall 2012</a></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.knittingdaily.com/blogs/knitscenemagazine/archive/2012/10/09/knitscene-winter-2012.aspx" target="_blank">Knitscene - Winter 2012</a></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.knittinguniverse.com/K109" target="_blank">Knitters K109 - 2012</a></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.loveofknitting.com/issues/Love_of_Knitting_Winter_2012" target="_blank">Love of Knitting - Winter 2012</a></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.pocketmags.com/viewmagazine.aspx?catid=1034&category=Hobbies+%26+Crafts&subcatid=213&subcategory=Sewing+%26+Knitting&title=Yarnwise&titleid=1357&issueid=47363" target="_blank">Yarnwise #53 - October 2012</a></span></b><br />
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Boxed Pullover - up to 58" chest - Knit Wear<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354438303/" title="Boxed Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Boxed Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8087/8354438303_fe231f184c.jpg" width="373" /></a><br />
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Turned Cable Cardigan - up to 57" chest, Knit Wear<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355470902/" title="Turned Cable Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Turned Cable Cardigan" height="481" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8187/8355470902_7eb45200e3.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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Trapezoid Tee - up to 57" chest - Knit Wear<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355472116/" title="Trapezoid Tee by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Trapezoid Tee" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8223/8355472116_90f065f51b.jpg" width="442" /></a>
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Now, let's keep on truckin'.......<br />
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These two go up to a 56 inch chest:<br />
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Honeycomb Collar Pullover - Knit Wear<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355491650/" title="Honeycomb Collar Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Honeycomb Collar Pullover" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8080/8355491650_3dc4bdda14_n.jpg" width="189" /></a><br />
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Faux Fur Vest - Knit 'n Style<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354431775/" title="Faux Fur Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Faux Fur Vest" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8221/8354431775_39f99e01cc_n.jpg" width="216" /></a><br />
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The Hope Top goes to a 54 inch chest - Knit Wear<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355491504/" title="Hope Top by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Hope Top" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8056/8355491504_e2b36168fa_n.jpg" width="251" /></a><br />
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Here are four designs that go up to size 4x:<br />
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Opening Night - Love of Knitting<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354416331/" title="Opening Night by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Opening Night" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8358/8354416331_18546d0444_n.jpg" width="213" /></a><br />
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Bella Donna - Creative Knitting<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354438651/" title="Bella Donna by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Bella Donna" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8191/8354438651_29768a9d7f_n.jpg" width="233" /></a>
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Elegantly Edgy - Creative Knitting<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355495404/" title="Elegantly Edgy by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Elegantly Edgy" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8355/8355495404_20f55a7b4f_n.jpg" width="279" /></a><br />
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Totally Vested - Creative Knitting<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354411023/" title="Totally Vested by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Totally Vested" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8237/8354411023_05b04c2727_n.jpg" width="241" /></a> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354410709/" title="Totally Vested Back by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Totally Vested Back" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8362/8354410709_8c82cb35f7_n.jpg" width="189" /></a><br />
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Here are three designs that go up to a 53 inch chest:<br />
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Cable Cardigan - Knit 'n Style<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355499816/" title="Cable Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Cable Cardigan" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8095/8355499816_ee9e3a4cb8_n.jpg" width="268" /></a><br />
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Columnar Jacket - Knit Wear<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354436197/" title="Columnar Jacket by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Columnar Jacket" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8509/8354436197_384d64db4c_n.jpg" width="201" /></a><br />
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Marm Cardigan - Yarnwise<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355484486/" title="Marm Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Marm Cardigan" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8369/8355484486_3503378815_n.jpg" width="235" /></a><br />
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And here are eight designs that go up to a 52 inch chest:<br />
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Moss Sweater - Yarnwise<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355481084/" title="Moss Sweater by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Moss Sweater" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8097/8355481084_28ea92877e_n.jpg" width="221" /></a><br />
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Farmstead Cardigan - Knitscene<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355493756/" title="Farmstead Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Farmstead Cardigan" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8095/8355493756_a850a2cfb0_n.jpg" width="276" /></a><br />
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Snowdrift Shrug - Knitscene<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355473804/" title="Snowdrift Shrug by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Snowdrift Shrug" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8378/8355473804_a323fc7bf6_n.jpg" width="293" /></a><br />
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Juicy Side-Tie Vest - Knit 'n Style<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355490258/" title="Juicy Side-Tie Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Juicy Side-Tie Vest" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8495/8355490258_80375d963c_n.jpg" width="215" /></a><br />
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Lace That - Knit 'n Style<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355466164/" title="Lace That by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Lace That" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8374/8355466164_7f4da5582a_n.jpg" width="230" /></a><br />
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Party Sweater - Knit 'n Style<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355477212/" title="Party Sweater by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Party Sweater" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8050/8355477212_d30ddf9473_n.jpg" width="242" /></a><br />
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Simple Cardi - Knit 'n Style (reminds me of a white shrug I saw on a certain British royal person)<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355474334/" title="Simple Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Simple Cardi" height="299" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8211/8355474334_bda2b74f00_n.jpg" width="320" /></a><br />
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Plaits and Links Cardigan - Interweave Knits<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354415279/" title="Plaits and Links Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Plaits and Links Cardigan" height="305" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8211/8354415279_0dff722539_n.jpg" width="320" /></a><br />
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The "Willamette Coat" from Knitscene goes up to a 49" chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354407155/" title="Willamette Coat by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Willamette Coat" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8220/8354407155_dd7fcda7a8_n.jpg" width="215" /></a><br />
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These last three designs all go up to size 3x:<br />
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Play It Up with Cables Cardi - Creative Knitting<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354414605/" title="Play it Up with Cables Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Play it Up with Cables Cardi" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8503/8354414605_c533522bf0_n.jpg" width="196" /></a><br />
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Wheat Skirt - Knitters Magazine<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354407503/" title="Wheat Skirt by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Wheat Skirt" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8079/8354407503_76ee12289a_n.jpg" width="283" /></a><br />
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Winding Path Cardigan - Creative Knitting<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355468370/" title="Winding Path Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Winding Path Cardigan" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8215/8355468370_031d2504ca_n.jpg" width="228" /></a><br />
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Finally, I am sharing some plus-sized men's designs that I found:<br />
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"At His Leisure" goes to a 59 inch chest - Cosyknits magazine<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354439437/" title="At His Leisure by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="At His Leisure" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8472/8354439437_957462fb7d_n.jpg" width="229" /></a><br />
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"Take it Easy" goes to a 58 inch chest - Cosyknits magazine<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355473598/" title="Take it Easy by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Take it Easy" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8095/8355473598_e693899692_n.jpg" width="241" /></a><br />
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"Oliver Hoodie" goes to a 56 inch chest - Yarnwise magazine<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355478944/" title="Oliver Hoodie by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Oliver Hoodie" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8476/8355478944_02d6e041e5_n.jpg" width="204" /></a><br />
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"Center Cable Pullover" goes to a 55 inch chest - Knit 'n Style<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354437327/" title="Center Cable Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Center Cable Pullover" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8215/8354437327_ec47a72bf0_n.jpg" width="264" /></a><br />
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These two designs go to a 54 inch chest, and are in Knit 'n Style magazine:<br />
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New Slant Pullover<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8355479996/" title="New Slant Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="New Slant Pullover" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8366/8355479996_40c6997d83_n.jpg" width="255" /></a><br />
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Men's Cable Turtleneck<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354421353/" title="Men's Cable Turtleneck by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Men's Cable Turtleneck" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8091/8354421353_96460e6dd0_n.jpg" width="257" /></a><br />
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And here's our final design for this report. Whew!<br />
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"Smokey Graphite Crewneck" which goes to size 4x, and can be found in "Love of Knitting"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/8354412359/" title="Smokey Graphite Crewneck by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Smokey Graphite Crewneck" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8360/8354412359_09c29fa743_n.jpg" width="268" /></a><br />
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So, now you have a BOATLOAD of plus-size knitting patterns to choose from. Go have fun with those needles and yarn!! :DShandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-2318720152273792072012-12-03T22:00:00.000-05:002012-12-03T22:00:32.915-05:00Winter 2012Stay tuned! I took a trip to Barnes & Noble this week, and spent a few hours looking through all the knitting magazines, to find more plus size patterns for us. I'm uploading the photos now, so my report should be ready soon. :)Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-56287563203261751902012-06-22T07:03:00.001-05:002012-06-22T07:03:16.020-05:00Summer 2012 - Plus Size Patterns in MagsHello, all you plus-size knitting folks! :)<br />
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It's Summertime! So, that means it's time for another report. Our winner this month is <strong><span style="font-size: large;">Interweave Knits</span></strong>, who has provided a lovely vest pattern, with a 59 inch bust. <br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400387288/" title="Interweave Summer 2012 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Interweave Summer 2012" height="320" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5159/7400387288_107378471c_n.jpg" width="289" /></a><br />
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And here's that design - <strong>The Planche Vest</strong><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400388046/" title="Planche Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Planche Vest" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8164/7400388046_b125f1c1b6.jpg" width="324" /></a><br />
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They had some other great patterns, as well, so I'm gonna list them all here:<br />
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<strong>Dawn Dress</strong> - up to 57 inch measurement under bust<br />
(I think that some of us might need to add a bit to the top edge of that bra section, so we don't spill out for the whole world to see.)<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400389986/" title="Dawn Dress by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Dawn Dress" height="500" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5447/7400389986_02079c781a.jpg" width="384" /></a><br />
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<strong>Bethany Wrap</strong> - up to 56" chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400392032/" title="Bethany Wrap by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Bethany Wrap" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8144/7400392032_680705e489.jpg" width="364" /></a> <br />
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<strong>Flynn Cardigan</strong> - up to 54" chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400392614/" title="Flynn Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Flynn Cardigan" height="500" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5445/7400392614_87b1e2be88.jpg" width="453" /></a><br />
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<strong>Seaglass Shell</strong> - up to 53" chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400390864/" title="Seaglass Shell by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Seaglass Shell" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7097/7400390864_f4bb57fabd.jpg" width="450" /></a><br />
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<strong>Coquette Vest</strong> - up to 53" chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400389018/" title="Coquette Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Coquette Vest" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7094/7400389018_774ff66940.jpg" width="387" /></a><br />
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<strong>Men's Herringbone Vest</strong> - up to 54" chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400393636/" title="Men's Herringbone Vest 2 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Men's Herringbone Vest 2" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7073/7400393636_c5d1a9e739.jpg" width="385" /></a><br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Knitscene</span></strong> - (Summer 2012) has some nice plus-size designs this season as well. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400395176/" title="Knitscene Summer 2012 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Knitscene Summer 2012" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8018/7400395176_29a44e731b_n.jpg" width="288" /></a><br />
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<strong>Merida Pullover</strong> - up to 57" chest<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400396878/" title="Merida Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Merida Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7232/7400396878_bbd6b8fe13.jpg" width="459" /></a><br />
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<strong>Quinn Sweater</strong> - up to 56" chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400396142/" title="Quinn Sweater by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Quinn Sweater" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7238/7400396142_b126c93db5.jpg" width="381" /></a><br />
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<strong>Kenzie Tee</strong> - up to 53" chest<br />
(This one is assymetrical) <br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400395716/" title="Kenzie Tee by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Kenzie Tee" height="500" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5031/7400395716_d6a71bdfa9.jpg" width="433" /></a><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Knit 'n Style</span> (August 2012) has gained some of our favor this time, because they have a design with sizing up to 4X! That's a real accomplishment, because usually they only go up to 2X. Thanks, Knit 'n Style! :)<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400397888/" title="Knit 'n Style Aug 2012 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Knit 'n Style Aug 2012" height="320" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7225/7400397888_c12a4d4926_n.jpg" width="267" /></a><br />
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<strong>Knit Silk Vest</strong> - up to size 4X<br />
(They also have a crochet version that goes up to the same size)<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400398574/" title="Knit Silk Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Knit Silk Vest" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7215/7400398574_f0b029791c.jpg" width="319" /></a><br />
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<strong>End of Summer Capelet</strong> - up to size 3X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400403864/" title="End of Summer Capelet by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="End of Summer Capelet" height="371" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5346/7400403864_52993fc6ef.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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<strong>Cropped Jacket</strong> - up to size 3X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400404726/" title="Cropped Jacket by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Cropped Jacket" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7226/7400404726_fe7ea8776d.jpg" width="375" /></a><br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Love of Knitting</span></strong> (Summer 2012) lost our love this time, because they only have ONE design that goes up to size 3X. :( Did you forget about us? Boo Hoo........<br />
<strong>Lacy Cable Vest</strong> - up to size 3X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400414916/" title="Lacy Cable Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Lacy Cable Vest" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7092/7400414916_7a6c35a308.jpg" width="399" /></a><br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Creative Knitting</span></strong> (July 2012)<br />
<strong>Pender Vest</strong> - up to size 3X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400410406/" title="Pender Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Pender Vest" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8161/7400410406_c541569124.jpg" width="368" /></a><br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Knitting Magazine</span></strong> <strong><span style="font-size: large;">(UK)</span></strong> - Issue 103 - June 2012<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400406132/" title="Knitting Magazine (UK) Issue 103 - June 2012 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Knitting Magazine (UK) Issue 103 - June 2012" height="320" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8013/7400406132_a570c00ba5_n.jpg" width="259" /></a><br />
That pretty design on the cover is called "<strong>Shale Lace Top</strong>", and goes up to a 52" chest. <br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">YARN (Australian)</span></strong> Vol 12, Issue 25<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400384040/" title="YARN Australian by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="YARN Australian" height="320" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5240/7400384040_5771f43a8f_n.jpg" width="297" /></a><br />
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<strong>Garden Party Cardi</strong> - up to size 3X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400384760/" title="Garden Party Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Garden Party Cardi" height="487" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5231/7400384760_32b91c8bdd.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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<strong>Man's Jumper with Cabled Yoke & Sleeves</strong> - up to 142 cm chest (55.9")<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/7400385890/" title="Man's Jumper by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Man's Jumper" height="495" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5235/7400385890_6acd9dd921.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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That's all of it! There were some size 2X designs, but I decided to stick with 3X and over again this time.<br />
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See you all next time. :)Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-75839312339947961082012-03-18T21:40:00.001-05:002012-03-18T21:40:28.997-05:00Spring 2011 Knitting MagazinesHello again everyone! I have returned! Woo Hoo! Alert the media! :D<br />
Life is still a little crazy, but I'm hanging in there. Just taking it one day at a time. Thanks for being patient.<br />
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A couple weeks ago, I stopped by Barnes and Noble, and I just happened to have my camera with me. So, I decided to settle in for a few hours to review plus size patterns in all the latest knitting magazines.<br />
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I was pleased to find some really nice patterns this time, and some great size ranges as well.<br />
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Here's the winner of the season:<br />
<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Love of Knitting - Spring 2012</span></strong><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951423301/" title="Love of Knitting Spring 2012 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Love of Knitting Spring 2012" height="240" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7195/6951423301_fb026f6640_m.jpg" width="202" /></a> Yes, Love of Knitting, we DO love you! <br />
You have given us TWO designs that include instructions up to size 5X! <br />
Thank you for listening. :)<br />
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Here are the winners. <br />
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<strong>Sassy in Sherbet - up to size 5X</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805308834/" title="Sassy in Sherbet by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sassy in Sherbet" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7209/6805308834_e5ba472503.jpg" width="408" /></a><br />
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<strong>And Biased Cable Vest - up to size 5X</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951424191/" title="Biased Cable Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Biased Cable Vest" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7186/6951424191_cc47f735f2.jpg" width="380" /></a><br />
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Our next winning design is in <strong><span style="font-size: large;">Knitscene - Spring 2012</span></strong><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805328230/" title="Knitscene Spring 2012 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Knitscene Spring 2012" height="240" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7052/6805328230_b8ce0c1bc8_m.jpg" width="207" /></a><br />
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<strong>The Fleurette Camisole</strong> has instructions up to a 59 inch chest, and the design is lovely.<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805328630/" title="Fleurette Camisole by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Fleurette Camisole" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7208/6805328630_0532cbf137.jpg" width="389" /></a><br />
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Next on our list is <strong><span style="font-size: large;">Vogue Knitting - Spring/Summer 2012</span></strong><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951444171/" title="Vogue Knitting Spring Summer 2012 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Vogue Knitting Spring Summer 2012" height="240" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7182/6951444171_b364e15d24_m.jpg" width="213" /></a><br />
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The <strong>Lace Pullover</strong> is oversized, which is 67 inches at the chest.<br />
I'm not sure how it would look on a plus-sized frame, though.<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951445631/" title="Lace Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Lace Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7200/6951445631_36b24f55c4.jpg" width="377" /></a><br />
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The <strong>Lace Panel Pullover</strong> goes up to a 57 inch chest.<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951444439/" title="Lace Panel Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Lace Panel Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7045/6951444439_80dc7145c2.jpg" width="458" /></a><br />
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The <strong>Stripe Tunic and Cowl</strong> goes up to a 54 inch chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951444781/" title="Stripe Tunic and Cowl by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Stripe Tunic and Cowl" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7054/6951444781_c066e00c41.jpg" width="288" /></a><br />
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And the pretty <strong>Lace Back Top</strong> also goes up to a 54 inch chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951445111/" title="Lace Back Top by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Lace Back Top" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7203/6951445111_a87dea395e.jpg" width="325" /></a><br />
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The <strong><span style="font-size: large;">March 2012 issue of Creative Knitting</span></strong> has some nice plus size patterns this time.<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805321890/" title="Creative Knitting March 2012 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Creative Knitting March 2012" height="240" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7196/6805321890_79c32b94a3_m.jpg" width="201" /></a><br />
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The <strong>Capetown Tunic</strong> goes up to 3X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951438615/" title="Capetown Tunic by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Capetown Tunic" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7049/6951438615_5f9be413c0.jpg" width="267" /></a><br />
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<strong>Akiko's Kimono</strong> goes to size 3X <br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805324632/" title="Akiko's Kimono by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Akiko's Kimono" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7053/6805324632_5e19985be0.jpg" width="286" /></a><br />
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<strong>Azteca</strong> goes to 3X as well<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805325042/" title="Azteca by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Azteca" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7037/6805325042_bcd26f0994.jpg" width="311" /></a><br />
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Another 3X design is the Textured Vest, which has an unusual high back<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951441421/" title="Textured Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Textured Vest" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7047/6951441421_dc5c8d28b4.jpg" width="343" /></a> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805326814/" title="Textured Vest Back by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Textured Vest Back" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7056/6805326814_12c8c9e9b9.jpg" width="272" /></a><br />
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Our next magazine review is <strong><span style="font-size: large;">Knit 'n Style - April 2012</span></strong><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805310328/" title="Knit n Style April 2012 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Knit n Style April 2012" height="240" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7205/6805310328_ab91d35a81_m.jpg" width="203" /></a><br />
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The <strong>Button Up Set</strong> goes to a 58 inch chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951428491/" title="Button Up Set by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Button Up Set" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7182/6951428491_142353f460.jpg" width="337" /></a><br />
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The <strong>Daisies Tank</strong> goes to a 55 inch chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805312406/" title="Daisies Tank by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Daisies Tank" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7051/6805312406_1e299f6f20.jpg" width="338" /></a><br />
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The <strong>Get Cabled Shrug</strong> goes to a 52 inch chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805312684/" title="Get Cabled Shrug by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Get Cabled Shrug" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7053/6805312684_b80abb76ca.jpg" width="359" /></a><br />
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And the <strong>Winter Sky Pullover</strong> also goes to a 52 inch chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805313150/" title="Winter Sky Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Winter Sky Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7195/6805313150_ac4319c655.jpg" width="399" /></a><br />
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The <strong><span style="font-size: large;">Knitter's Magazine - K105</span></strong> is obviously a Winter magazine, but it's still on the shelf. I found a couple interesting plus size patterns in there.<br />
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<strong>Ruffles & Purls</strong> goes to a 54 inch chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951429075/" title="Ruffles & Purls by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Ruffles & Purls" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7041/6951429075_f55a03d972.jpg" width="463" /></a><br />
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and <strong>Night Moods</strong> also has a 54 inch chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805315174/" title="Night Moods by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Night Moods" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7043/6805315174_d4e77c1231.jpg" width="427" /></a><br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Australian Knitting - Vol 3 - No 4 Spring 2012</span></strong> <br />
has a nice <strong>Family Cardi</strong> pattern that goes up to a 137 centimeter chest (about 54 inches)<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805307524/" title="Australian Knitting Vol 3 No 4 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Australian Knitting Vol 3 No 4" height="240" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7058/6805307524_04fd80ddf9_m.jpg" width="195" /></a> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805307892/" title="Family Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Family Cardi" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7058/6805307892_43d8d482d4.jpg" width="323" /></a><br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Knit (UK) - Issue 46 (Nordic Issue)</span></strong><br />
has a beautiful design called <strong>Cornflower Raglan</strong> that goes to a 53.5 inch chest<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951419475/" title="Knit UK Issue 46 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Knit UK Issue 46" height="240" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7191/6951419475_237a57f105_m.jpg" width="185" /></a> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805305190/" title="Cornflower Raglan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Cornflower Raglan" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7055/6805305190_2f3545a3b5.jpg" width="386" /></a><br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">YARN (Australian) - Vol 11- Issue 24</span></strong><br />
has a very feminine, lacy design by Annie Modesitt called <strong>Lace Top</strong>, which goes up to a 52 inch chest<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805303720/" title="YARN Vol 11 Iss 24 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="YARN Vol 11 Iss 24" height="240" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7052/6805303720_2e5a0670bb_m.jpg" width="207" /></a> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805304284/" title="Lace Top by Annie Modesitt by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Lace Top by Annie Modesitt" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7045/6805304284_d572a465d6.jpg" width="394" /></a><br />
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Last, but not least is the <strong><span style="font-size: large;">Spring 2012 issue of Interweave Knits</span></strong><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805321452/" title="Interweave Knis Spring 2012 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Interweave Knis Spring 2012" height="240" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7189/6805321452_4f0508f985_m.jpg" width="207" /></a><br />
The <strong>Agua Rios Vest</strong> goes to a 54.5 inch chest <br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951434895/" title="Agua Rios Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Agua Rios Vest" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7062/6951434895_4fe13c903c.jpg" width="306" /></a><br />
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The <strong>Manteo Cardigan</strong> goes up to a 54 inch chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951435267/" title="Manteo Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Manteo Cardigan" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7207/6951435267_669525ef7a.jpg" width="461" /></a><br />
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The <strong>Cobble Hill Pullover</strong> goes to a 53.5 inch chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6951434289/" title="Cobble Hill Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Cobble Hill Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7057/6951434289_f82dc9a9c1.jpg" width="415" /></a><br />
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Finally, the <strong>Peony Cardigan</strong> also goes to a 53.5 inch chest<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6805320872/" title="Peony Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Peony Cardigan" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7205/6805320872_5dbc50d8a1.jpg" width="407" /></a><br />
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There were some other designs that were a bit smaller than those I've listed in this blog post, but I decided to stick with the larger ones this time.<br />
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Happy Plus Size Knitting! :DShandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-43372171744431754282012-02-03T23:06:00.006-05:002012-02-03T23:06:39.719-05:00A short apology to my friendsHi everyone! So sorry I never finished my Fall 2011 report. <br />
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Life has thrown a curve ball at me, and I'm dealing with some stress at home. (Husband moved out)<br />
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So.....I promise to try to get back on track soon with more fun Plus Size Patterns for us.<br />
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Just wanted you all to know that I haven't fallen off the face of the earth.Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-91085798025079643572011-11-02T05:39:00.001-05:002011-11-02T05:39:05.323-05:00Fall 2011 Knitting Mags - Part TWOHere's another report on Fall 2011 Knitting Magazines. So many plus size patterns this time, that I had to break it all up into several posts! :)<br />
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Let's start this time with two patterns for MEN! <br />
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From the magazine called <strong>"Australian Knitting" Vol 3/No 2 (Winter)</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188722126/" title="Australian Knitting by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Australian Knitting" height="239" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6163/6188722126_d832e18324_m.jpg" width="240" /></a><br />
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The "<strong>Man's V-Neck Jumper</strong>" fits up to a 53 inch chest. Cool!<br />
(Sorry - didn't get a photo of that one)<br />
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And in <strong>"KNIT" Issue 41 - Oct 2011</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188202527/" title="Knit by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Knit" height="240" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6167/6188202527_f0ef1286c3_m.jpg" width="220" /></a><br />
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The "<strong>Sherwood Jumper</strong>" fits a 53 inch chest as well.<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188203307/" title="Sherwood Jumper by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sherwood Jumper" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6151/6188203307_3d3d8ff2dc.jpg" width="386" /></a><br />
Interesting cables, and a nice neckline as well!<br />
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In that same magazine (<strong>KNIT</strong>), you'll find a ladies "<strong>Oceania Skirt</strong>", which fits up to a 53" hip.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188723156/" title="Oceania Skirt by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Oceania Skirt" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6180/6188723156_c349e1ddcc.jpg" width="430" /></a><br />
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Next, are three plus size jacket patterns from <strong>Interweave Knits (Fall 2011):</strong><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188196889/" title="Interweave by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Interweave" height="233" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6176/6188196889_e60ebbedea_m.jpg" width="240" /></a>
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The <strong>Solstice Jacket</strong> fits up to a 53" chest. Very pretty!<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188718292/" title="Solstice Jacket by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Solstice Jacket" height="334" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6172/6188718292_c993a4d7d7.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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The <strong>Honeycomb Jacket</strong> goes up to 52"<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188198917/" title="Honeycomb Jacket by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Honeycomb Jacket" height="336" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6169/6188198917_8087f259ea.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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The Angel Fire Jacket goes to 52" <br />
(plus one quarter of an inch....What is that - two stitches? Ha!)<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188199581/" title="Angel Fire Jacket by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Angel Fire Jacket" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6164/6188199581_7ea2bc0876.jpg" width="350" /></a><br />
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<strong>Knitscene (Fall 2011)</strong> <br />
<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188709390/" title="Knitscene Fall 2011 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Knitscene Fall 2011" height="206" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6176/6188709390_67547c0d45_m.jpg" width="240" /></a><br />
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has the <strong>Bernhardt Cardigan</strong>, which goes to 52 inches.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188712798/" title="Bernhardt Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Bernhardt Cardi" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6163/6188712798_93fc551689.jpg" width="431" /></a><br />
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Stay tuned for the next report, which will include size 3X and chest sizes up to 51 inches.<br />
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Thank you for your patience with my report this time. I've been going through some crazy things at home, so I'm not my usual chipper self.<br />
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Talk soon!Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-10637301650803832062011-10-24T14:07:00.003-05:002011-10-24T14:13:57.519-05:00Fall 2011 Knitting Mags - Part ONEOK, I know I'm late.....so let's get this show on the road. I need to post my report on Plus Size Knitting Patterns from Fall 2011 magazines while they are still on the shelf!! ACK!<br />
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I'm gonna start off by showing the largest patterns I found, after my 4 hour magazine perusal.<br />
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In my last report, I congratulated Interweave Knits and Knitting Today for their patterns which fit up to a 59 inch chest! You can read about that here: <a href="http://knittingplus.blogspot.com/2011/09/fall-2011-knitting-magazines.html">http://knittingplus.blogspot.com/2011/09/fall-2011-knitting-magazines.html</a><br />
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Time to show you the REST of the winners!<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Sandra Knit Trends - No. 3</span></b><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188204217/" title="Sandra Knit Trends by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sandra Knit Trends" height="240" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6166/6188204217_8eb38fa5e3_m.jpg" width="228" /></a>
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This issue contains a knitting pattern for a <strong>Striped Slipstitch Tunic</strong>, which goes up to size 26/28. (Keep in mind that this is German sizing)<br />
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Isn't it pretty? Now, I'm thinking that the slip stitches might make the fabric draw in a bit, so the project will DEFINITELY require a good sized gauge swatch.<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188206493/" title="Striped Slipstitch Tunic by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Striped Slipstitch Tunic" height="640" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6177/6188206493_075409a7e8_z.jpg" width="429" /></a>
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Our next big size winner is <br />
<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Knitscene (Fall 2011)</span></strong><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188709390/" title="Knitscene Fall 2011 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Knitscene Fall 2011" height="206" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6176/6188709390_67547c0d45_m.jpg" width="240" /></a><br />
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In that issue, you'll find the <strong>Charlemont Cardigan</strong> - fits up to a 57" chest!<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188191037/" title="Charlemont Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Charlemont Cardigan" height="640" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6154/6188191037_691b905f50_z.jpg" width="431" /></a><br />
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<strong>Interweave Knits (Fall 2011)</strong> wins again with a large sized men's cardigan. Yay!<br />
The <strong>Canyon Cardigan</strong> fits up to a 56 1/2" chest!<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188199771/" title="Canyon Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Canyon Cardigan" height="640" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6172/6188199771_5ea1b6281d_z.jpg" width="434" /></a><br />
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And here are FIVE patterns from <strong>Knitscene (Fall 2011)</strong>, that fit up to a 54" chest. Nice!<br />
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<strong>The Pinstripe Pullover</strong><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188709722/" title="Pinstripe Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Pinstripe Pullover" height="640" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6156/6188709722_7f39669e50_z.jpg" width="550" /></a><br />
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<strong>Cooke Cardigan</strong><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188709972/" title="Cooke Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Cooke Cardigan" height="384" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6168/6188709972_3840c59b72_z.jpg" width="640" /></a>
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<strong>Morrison Cardigan</strong><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188191493/" title="Morrison Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Morrison Cardi" height="640" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6179/6188191493_0b29e5f8c0_z.jpg" width="459" /></a><br />
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<strong>Cornsilk Pullover</strong><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188189923/" title="Cornsilk Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Cornsilk Pullover" height="640" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6171/6188189923_2e8d1b5aa4_z.jpg" width="395" /></a><br />
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and <strong>Lowry Pullover</strong><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188712140/" title="Lowry Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Lowry Pullover" height="640" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6171/6188712140_2642ea4100_z.jpg" width="480" /></a><br />
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There! That will give you a few patterns and magazines to drool over for a while. :)<br />
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Stay tuned for the next report, which will contain patterns I found that fit up to a 53" chest. There's even a skirt that will fit up to a 53" hip!<br />
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Talk soon, my friends.Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-62226692501649450402011-09-30T09:20:00.000-05:002011-09-30T11:03:49.127-05:00Fall 2011 Knitting MagazinesOkay, as promised, I am taking myself to my <a href="http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2812">local Barnes & Noble</a> every few months, to look through all the knitting magazines, take notes, and snap a few shots of the plus size knitting patterns I find.
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This month was wild! I could not BELIEVE how many knitting magazines I found! <br />
EIGHTEEN of them! <br />
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It took two trips for me to carry the stacks of magazines from the shelves to the Starbucks counter in the middle of the bookstore.
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188188799/" title="Fall 2011 Knitting Magazines by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Fall 2011 Knitting Magazines" height="393" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6161/6188188799_2c949a08c2.jpg" width="500" /></a>
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With so many magazines to view, I knew I'd better settle down in a comfy spot and get a tasty beverage. So, I ordered a large hot tea. I think it was called "African Autumn". Anyway, it was a very yummy flavor, especially with some no calorie sweetener and a squeeze of honey. :)
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My trip to the bookstore lasted a VERY LONG TIME this trip. It took over FOUR HOURS to look through all the magazines. I ended up taking over 140 photographs!! And my one cup of hot tea was not enough to get through the entire session. By the third hour, I was ordering a large coffee, and buying a "healthy" snack bar and a banana.
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188724708/" title="Beverage and Snack by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Beverage and Snack" height="420" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6177/6188724708_896c96fc1c.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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It was a very long day, but I'm SO glad I did it. I found 84 plus size knitting patterns this time! <br />
<strong>O M G</strong> !!!!!!
Can you believe it? <br />
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Finally, the knitting pattern designers and publishers are making a good effort at providing patterns for us. But, they still need to do a little more work. Most of the patterns I found only go up to size 2X. That's okay, but doesn't fill the need for all of us. I think that they should provide designs all the way up to size 5X.
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I was so happy with <u>two</u> particular designs, so they get the award for: <br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;">BEST PLUS SIZE KNITTING PATTERNS</span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;">(in a magazine), FALL 2011</span></b>
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We are ECSTATIC to see knitting patterns that include sizes up to a <strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">59 inch chest</span></strong>!!! :D
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<span style="font-size: large;">This design is called "<strong>His and Her Rollnecks</strong>", and can be found in the "<strong><a href="http://www.knittingtodaymag.com/category/issue/octobernovember-2011">Knitting Today</a></strong>" Oct/Nov 2011 issue. (</span><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/knitting-today-7-october-november-2011"><span style="font-size: large;">Ravelry Link</span></a><span style="font-size: large;">)</span> <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188207149/" title="His & Her Rollnecks by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="His & Her Rollnecks" height="483" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6157/6188207149_edde2ae9c1.jpg" width="500" /></a>
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Apparently, they are proud of the design as well, since it's featured on their cover.
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188726930/" title="Knitting Today by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Knitting Today" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6164/6188726930_541de14288.jpg" width="422" /></a>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Next is "<strong>Cardiff Coat</strong>", found in the Fall 2011 issue of "<strong><a href="http://www.interweaveknits.com/preview/fall-knits-2011.asp">Interweave Knits</a></strong>". (<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/interweave-knits-fall-2011">Ravelry Link</a>)</span><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188197475/" title="Cardiff Coat by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Cardiff Coat" height="387" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6172/6188197475_7cc4bed0c0.jpg" width="500" /></a>
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Once again - this design is featured on the cover. :)<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/6188196889/" title="Interweave by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Interweave" height="485" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6176/6188196889_e60ebbedea.jpg" width="500" /></a>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO PLUS SIZE KNITTERS, KNITTING TODAY and INTERWEAVE KNITS!!! :)</span></b>
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In contrast to those fine accolades, I am sad to report that there are still knitting designers and publishers who refuse to believe that plus size people are worthy to wear their designs. <br />
BOO!!! :(
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So, our <b><span style="font-size: large;">THUMBS DOWN RASPBERRY</span></b> goes to the following: <br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;">Debbie Bliss, Verena, and Filati</span></b>
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What's the deal with you guys? <br />
Don't you realize that you are cutting yourselves off from most knitters?
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<strong>HELLO!!! ANYONE HOME??</strong>
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I cannot believe that I wasted my time looking through those particular issues. I wanted to <span style="font-size: large;">throw them in the trash</span>!! But alas, Barnes & Noble might have been upset with me for doing that. So, I just took them back to the shelf, and made a few derogatory comments as I was placing them with the others. Luckily a few knitters were looking at mags, and heard my comments. ;)
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As I mentioned before, I found <strong><span style="font-size: large;">84</span></strong> plus size knitting patterns this time. So, I've decided to do things a little differently with this month's post. Instead of one long post, I'm going to break up the posts into SIZE categories. I will start with the largest size patterns, then move on to the smaller ones. <br />
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So, stay tuned for the "rest of the story". (those of us who are older than 35 know who used to say that.)Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-29196924337526034412011-06-27T03:54:00.002-05:002011-10-01T10:25:33.988-05:00Summer 2011 Knitting MagazinesOnce again, I took a trip to Barnes & Noble to look through all the latest knitting magazines. I think I'll make this a seasonal thing, 4 times a year.<br />
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This time, I ended up with a stack of FIFTEEN magazines! Wow! Barnes and Noble sure does have a nice selection of knitting mags. :)<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871731067/" title="15 Knitting Mags by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="15 Knitting Mags" height="360" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3239/5871731067_ed3f4aa9d1.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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After gathering together all these magazines, I went to the Starbucks counter and ordered a Venti Nonfat Mocha, so I could relax while perusing the knitting patterns. I finished my beverage LONG before I finished my work, though.<br />
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Of course, with so many magazines, you KNOW that I found a lot of plus-size knitting patterns. In fact, there were so many pretty new patterns that I was wishing I had enough money to buy all the magazines and take them home! But, I had to live within my budget, only buying one of them. (<a href="http://www.knittinguniverse.com/knitters/k102">Knitter's Magazine 102, Spring 2011</a>) <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/knitters-magazine-102-spring-2011">Ravelry Link</a> I couldn't pass this one up, because it was PACKED with gorgeous designs.<br />
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There was one knitting pattern that stood far above the rest, so it deserves special recognition. <br />
The "<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Banstead Pullover</span></strong>" <br />
in <strong><span style="font-size: large;">Interweave Knits (Summer 2011)</span></strong>
<a href="http://www.interweavestore.com/Knitting/Magazines/Interweave-Knits-Summer-2011.html" title="Banstead Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Banstead Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5142/5872292344_df86db68ef.jpg" width="426" /></a>
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That design earns the
<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Summer 2011 </span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-size: large;">BEST PLUS SIZE </span></strong><strong><span style="font-size: large;">KNITTING PATTERN</span></strong> <br />
(in a magazine),
because it includes directions up to a 66" chest!!
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WOO HOO!! Now, we're talkin!
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FINALLY, a nice knitting pattern for plus size women that LOOKS GOOD on our frame.
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NICE WORK, INTERWEAVE KNITS!!
:)
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So, let's get started with the rest of my report. I'll begin with the Knitter's Magazine issue I purchased, since I just ADORE their patterns this time. (Yes, I wear size 2X - 3X)<br />
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<strong><a href="http://www.knittinguniverse.com/knitters/k102">Knitter's Magazine K102 - Spring 2011</a></strong><br />
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My favorite pattern is "Shells & String" - a lovely dress/tunic, that goes up to size 2X. I'm really wanting to make this, to wear over leggings with sandals.<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871739015/" title="Shells & String by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Shells & String" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5313/5871739015_e6f0596673.jpg" width="329" /></a><br />
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The next pattern I want to make is "Asterisk" - a sweet top, with asterisk embroidery details - This one also goes up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872296662/" title="Asterisk by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Asterisk" height="497" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6056/5872296662_c3f3b115ed.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Weathered Sandstone" also looks nice - again, goes up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871738567/" title="Weathered Sandstone by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Weathered Sandstone" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5318/5871738567_049431c0dc.jpg" width="464" /></a><br />
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There are many more plus-size patterns in this issue, so here goes:<br />
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"Triangle Windows" vest - up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871738509/" title="Triangle Windows by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Triangle Windows" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3137/5871738509_9be0cd9b7d.jpg" width="346" /></a><br />
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"Jungle Breeze" - up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872297252/" title="Jungle Breeze by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Jungle Breeze" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5145/5872297252_4558e5ee4c.jpg" width="364" /></a><br />
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"Blended Stripes" - up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871739395/" title="Blended Stripes by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Blended Stripes" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5235/5871739395_8579499485.jpg" width="405" /></a><br />
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"Nautical Notes" - up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871739489/" title="Nautical Notes by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Nautical Notes" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6016/5871739489_57784228b2.jpg" width="421" /></a><br />
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"Beaded Blue" - up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871739877/" title="Beaded Blue by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Beaded Blue" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5304/5871739877_ff42f46b51.jpg" width="378" /></a><br />
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"Angles in Lime" - up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872297720/" title="Angles in Lime by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Angles in Lime" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5304/5872297720_3ed44fbc9c.jpg" width="410" /></a><br />
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"Redrocks" - up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871739139/" title="Redrocks by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Redrocks" height="398" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5268/5871739139_db8b36e63c.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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There were some other patterns that also went to size 2X, but my photos didn't turn out well enough to blog them. They are "Nefer TeeTee", "Arches", and "Boyfriend Blues". I was pleased to also find a size 3X pattern! - "Basketweave Blue".<br />
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This issue of "Knitter's" also had some patterns that went up to size 1X, so I'll post them here:<br />
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"Tuxedo Stripes"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872296930/" title="Tuxedo Stripes by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Tuxedo Stripes" height="490" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3015/5872296930_60cc7c4ff2.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Tuscany"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872296774/" title="Tuscany by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Tuscany" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5232/5872296774_bf34edaece.jpg" width="355" /></a><br />
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"Beachcomber"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871739643/" title="Beachcomber by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Beachcomber" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6027/5871739643_ef2f4e20f3.jpg" width="480" /></a><br />
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"Sonoma"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871738279/" title="Sonoma Front by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sonoma Front" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3227/5871738279_833d4ace36.jpg" width="465" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872296142/" title="Sonoma Back by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sonoma Back" height="486" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3063/5872296142_c2a1789b5e.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Kiwi Squares"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871738397/" title="Kiwi Squares by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Kiwi Squares" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5235/5871738397_b28ed9f6bb.jpg" width="443" /></a><br />
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"Ribs & Waves"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872295976/" title="Ribs & Waves by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Ribs & Waves" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6029/5872295976_7020155bc3.jpg" width="420" /></a><br />
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Can you see why I bought that magazine? So many plus-size patterns! I really like Knitter's magazine, because their patterns are easy to follow. In fact, I used one of their patterns to make my very first sweater in 2006!<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/168045815/" title="Finished Handknit Saguaro Top! by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Finished Handknit Saguaro Top!" height="459" src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/47/168045815_23a77fbcde.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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Okay, enough plugging for that magazine. Let's move onto the REST of the mags in the stack. If you want to stick around and read the whole article, you'd better go make your favorite beverage or snack. This is gonna take a while. :D<br />
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In fact, I think I'll go make my breakfast real quick. Be right back!<br />
(insert elevator music here)<br />
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I know....you're wondering what I'm having for breakfast. Bacon, Eggs, Potato Rolls, Coffee, Orange Juice. I'm a good eater! Which makes me plus-sized. But, at least I'm happy! :)<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5876657350/" title="Breakfast by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Breakfast" height="240" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5312/5876657350_6b826a0cc8_m.jpg" width="234" /></a><br />
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Okay, enough about food. Back to knitting!<br />
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My next favorite issue this trip is <strong><a href="http://www.vogueknitting.com/magazine/early_fall_2011_fashion_preview.aspx">"Vogue Knitting" Early Fall 2011</a></strong>.<br />
This is SUPPOSED to be a report on SUMMER knitting magazines, but HEY, the magazine was THERE....ON THE SHELF! So, I'm gonna report on it. ;)<br />
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Take a look at this first beautiful design, and you'll know why I included it. Modestly titled, "Boatneck Top", it is sized up to 2X. I think it should be called "Waves of Heaven" or something. GORGEOUS!<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871736151/" title="Boatneck Top by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Boatneck Top" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3090/5871736151_f1c0f7fc4f.jpg" width="449" /></a><br />
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The "Tapered Pullover" looks comfy, and I bet it's easy to knit. Goes to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871735845/" title="Tapered Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Tapered Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3172/5871735845_9f0d3a6604.jpg" width="399" /></a><br />
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And here are the rest of the plus-size patterns in Vogue Knitting:<br />
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"Boucle Vest" - up to size 3X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871735783/" title="Boucle Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Boucle Vest" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5234/5871735783_b00a779566.jpg" width="357" /></a><br />
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"Cable Rib Jacket" - up to 54"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871735919/" title="Cable Rib Jacket by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Cable Rib Jacket" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5230/5871735919_93e6e16feb.jpg" width="458" /></a><br />
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"Cabled Poncho" - up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872293848/" title="Cabled Poncho by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Cabled Poncho" height="478" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3253/5872293848_f14877ec2a.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Striped Tunic" - up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872294146/" title="Striped Tunic by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Striped Tunic" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5264/5872294146_7e872e3c1f.jpg" width="433" /></a><br />
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"Long Vest" - up to size 2X<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871736387/" title="Long Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Long Vest" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5269/5871736387_12ddaff71a.jpg" width="284" /></a><br />
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A couple more patterns were plus-size too, but again, my photos didn't turn out well. They were "Scoop Neck Top" and "Drop Shoulder Top" - both go up to size 3X. This issue also contains some capelet patterns - most of them include plus-size instructions.<br />
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Okay, let's get back to Summer again, with the <strong>"<a href="http://www.knittingtodaymag.com/">Knitting Today!</a>" June/July 2011</strong> issue. I found two patterns that go to up size 3X, so here they are:<br />
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"Beachy Coverup"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872289900/" title="Beachy Coverup by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Beachy Coverup" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5119/5872289900_1929f41682.jpg" width="342" /></a><br />
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"Boatneck Sweater"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872289720/" title="Boatneck Sweater by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Boatneck Sweater" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5318/5872289720_4db721ed7b.jpg" width="465" /></a><br />
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Next up is <strong><a href="http://www.loveofknitting.com/index.html">"For the Love of Knitting"</a> Summer 2011</strong>, which has 4 patterns that go up to size 2X:<br />
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"Gypsy Lee Cardigan"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872289110/" title="Gypsy Lee Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Gypsy Lee Cardigan" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3100/5872289110_7ae3251091.jpg" width="363" /></a><br />
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"Riana Pullover"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872288958/" title="Riana Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Riana Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3212/5872288958_3df04799de.jpg" width="412" /></a><br />
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"Grape V-neck Cardigan"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872289528/" title="Grape Vneck Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Grape Vneck Cardi" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5154/5872289528_fdbedc8b47.jpg" width="471" /></a><br />
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"Zig Zag Pullover"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871731587/" title="Zig Zag Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Zig Zag Pullover" height="358" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5063/5871731587_21a62ff80f.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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<strong><a href="http://www.creativeknittingmagazine.com/">Creative Knitting - July 2011</a></strong> has 9 plus-size patterns this time:<br />
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"White Caps Cardigan" goes up to size 4X!<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872290722/" title="White Caps Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="White Caps Cardigan" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5239/5872290722_2cf5f5605e.jpg" width="472" /></a><br />
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"Ruffles & Ripples" is LOVELY, and goes up to size 3X. :)<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871732829/" title="Ruffles & Ripples by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Ruffles & Ripples" height="305" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3285/5871732829_7504d62592.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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The rest of the plus-size patterns in Creative Knitting go up to size 2X:<br />
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"Deep Sea Blues"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871732303/" title="Deep Sea Blues by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Deep Sea Blues" height="329" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5119/5871732303_b0eef0b03b.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Crosscurrents Tank"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872290238/" title="Crosscurrents Tank by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Crosscurrents Tank" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5108/5872290238_07b3845025.jpg" width="332" /></a><br />
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"Corio Bay Tunic"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872290346/" title="Corio Bay Tunic by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Corio Bay Tunic" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5028/5872290346_c0e8d11dcd.jpg" width="376" /></a><br />
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"Coast to Coast Top"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872290870/" title="Coast to Coast Top by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Coast to Coast Top" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3214/5872290870_66c4034609.jpg" width="444" /></a><br />
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"Pebble Beach"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871733255/" title="Pebble Beach by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Pebble Beach" height="452" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5148/5871733255_e64bb04d20.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Coral Seas"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871733391/" title="Coral Seas by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Coral Seas" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5304/5871733391_802b6fd26a.jpg" width="390" /></a><br />
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"Breezy Shores"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871733511/" title="Breezy Shores by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Breezy Shores" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5107/5871733511_73ca6fbe3b.jpg" width="389" /></a><br />
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Now, on to <strong><a href="http://www.knitnstyle.com/">"Knit 'n Style"</a> August 2011</strong><br />
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Only one pattern went up to size 3X: "The Unisex Tapestry Yoke Sweater"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872294976/" title="Unisex Tapestry Yoke Sweater by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Unisex Tapestry Yoke Sweater" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3087/5872294976_6b7e67966d.jpg" width="423" /></a><br />
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The rest go up to size 2X<br />
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"Patchwork Coat"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871737211/" title="Patchwork Coat by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Patchwork Coat" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6046/5871737211_1e6931e067.jpg" width="377" /></a><br />
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"Fraulein Zipper Vest"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872295054/" title="Fraulein Zipper Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Fraulein Zipper Vest" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3005/5872295054_f63fc214b3.jpg" width="396" /></a><br />
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"Simple Cardi"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871736919/" title="Simple Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Simple Cardi" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3049/5871736919_e3867e5309.jpg" width="448" /></a><br />
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"Chevron Lace Pullover"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871736579/" title="Chevron Lace Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Chevron Lace Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5066/5871736579_1840080097.jpg" width="408" /></a><br />
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"Winter Primrose"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871736659/" title="Winter Primrose by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Winter Primrose" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3205/5871736659_63786b37c1.jpg" width="455" /></a><br />
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"Asymmetrical Pullover"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872294644/" title="Asymetrical Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Asymetrical Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6039/5872294644_906e5d4aaf.jpg" width="451" /></a><br />
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My photo didn't turn out well for the "Mushishi Textured Wrap".<br />
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There is ONE design for plus-size men, but it only goes to size 2X:<br />
"Argyle & Cable Pullover"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871736821/" title="Argyle & Cable Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Argyle & Cable Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5238/5871736821_7193b4c3df.jpg" width="423" /></a><br />
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Time for the cool <strong><a href="http://www.knitscene.com/">"Knitscene"</a> Summer 2011</strong>!<br />
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The largest sized design this time (up to 57") is the "Rayleigh Tee", a sailor top that is so cute!<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5876785908/" title="Rayleigh by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Rayleigh" height="340" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5310/5876785908_90cefe616d.jpg" width="478" /></a><br />
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The "Genesee Cardi" goes to 54"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871737533/" title="Genesee Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Genesee Cardi" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5144/5871737533_16e89fc61e.jpg" width="486" /></a><br />
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The "Mountour Falls Cardi" goes to 52 1/2"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872295576/" title="Mountour Falls Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Mountour Falls Cardi" height="288" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5200/5872295576_351f4c6c93.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Radian Yoke Pullover" goes to 52 1/4"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872295736/" title="Radian Yoke Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Radian Yoke Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5261/5872295736_68b7032684.jpg" width="484" /></a><br />
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"Seneca Shrug" goes to 51 1/2"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872295496/" title="Seneca Shrug by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Seneca Shrug" height="471" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5030/5872295496_a4e6570ec9.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Windsor Cardi" goes to 51 1/4"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872295302/" title="Windsor Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Windsor Cardi" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3268/5872295302_d01a53119a.jpg" width="469" /></a><br />
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Time for <strong><a href="http://www.interweaveknits.com/preview/summer-knits-2011.asp">Interweave Knits!</a> The Summer 2011</strong> issue has several nice plus-size patterns, including the "Banstead Pullover" which goes up to 66"!<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872292344/" title="Banstead Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Banstead Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5142/5872292344_df86db68ef.jpg" width="426" /></a><br />
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The "Mission Cardi" goes up to 55 1/2"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872292288/" title="Mission Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Mission Cardi" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3046/5872292288_fc3d212b44.jpg" width="498" /></a><br />
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"Pebble & Reed Tunic" goes to 52"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872292744/" title="Pebble & Reed Tunic by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Pebble & Reed Tunic" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3034/5872292744_ee4d72c513.jpg" width="386" /></a><br />
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The "Swirl Skirt" fits up to size 52" hips<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871734727/" title="Swirl Skirt by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Swirl Skirt" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3012/5871734727_662489c10b.jpg" width="234" /></a><br />
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"Adriatic Cardigan" goes to 51 3/4"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872292042/" title="Adriatic Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Adriatic Cardigan" height="267" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5307/5872292042_bcde2d0ca9.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Torch Lily Tee" up to 51 3/4"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872291898/" title="Torch Lily Tee by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Torch Lily Tee" height="288" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3104/5872291898_179935ea73.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Coral Cardigan" up to 51"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872291514/" title="Coral Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Coral Cardigan" height="442" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3116/5872291514_432772a5fa.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Greenhouse Tank" up to 51"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871733867/" title="Greenhouse Tank by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Greenhouse Tank" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5107/5871733867_04c782fa04.jpg" width="409" /></a><br />
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"Dockside Cardi" up to 50"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871734601/" title="Dockside Cardi by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Dockside Cardi" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3011/5871734601_2931263bf7.jpg" width="347" /></a><br />
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"Nantucket Vest" up to 50"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871735023/" title="Nantucket Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Nantucket Vest" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3066/5871735023_40ffe56e6d.jpg" width="438" /></a><br />
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The "Camp Smock" will stretch to 50"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871734329/" title="Camp Smock by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Camp Smock" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5273/5871734329_7b25b49b35.jpg" width="338" /></a><br />
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And speaking of Interweave Knits, here are the plus-size patterns I found in the latest <a href="http://www.interweaveknits.com/preview/knits-weekend-2011.asp">Interweave Knits Weekend 2011</a>.<br />
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I just love the "Peashoot Pullover", which goes to 57 3/4"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872292976/" title="Pea Shoot Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Pea Shoot Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5304/5872292976_8ba1b473b5.jpg" width="423" /></a><br />
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Plus-sized men get TWO patterns in this issue. "His Favorite Crewneck" which goes to 57 3/4". (Is it your favorite?)<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872293096/" title="His Favorite Crewneck by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="His Favorite Crewneck" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3206/5872293096_ac6a200588.jpg" width="426" /></a><br />
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and "Veddy Vest" which goes to 54"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871735709/" title="Veddy Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Veddy Vest" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3168/5871735709_1e9a743785.jpg" width="352" /></a><br />
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The "Spoked Cardigan" goes to 54 1/4"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872293318/" title="Spoked Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Spoked Cardigan" height="493" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3065/5872293318_663c46d637.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Jasper Skirt" fits hips up to 54"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872293174/" title="Jasper Skirt by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Jasper Skirt" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5026/5872293174_8e25cb9a5f.jpg" width="450" /></a><br />
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"Riot Yoke Pullover" goes to 51 3/4"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872293456/" title="Riot Yoke Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Riot Yoke Pullover" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5223/5872293456_77e5dc81a6.jpg" width="439" /></a><br />
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This time, I have some plus-sized patterns from across the pond as well.<br />
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<strong><a href="http://www.thegmcgroup.com/pc/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=704">Knitting</a> June 2011 #90 (UK)</strong><br />
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"Hellebore" is a pretty, patterned shrug that goes up to 50"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872298816/" title="Hellebore by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Hellebore" height="457" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5063/5872298816_9a2cbe37d8.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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"Arabella" goes to 54", but my photo didn't turn out.<br />
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And "Eddy" is a basic cardigan that goes up to 50"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871740731/" title="Eddy by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Eddy" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5239/5871740731_6f899142c6.jpg" width="361" /></a><br />
(I think you guys should wear the "Eddy" cardigan over the "Veddy Vest", so you could call it your "Eddy Veddy Set". Ha!)<br />
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<strong>Knit Magazine #37 (UK)</strong><br />
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"Drop Stitch Sweater" goes to 53"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872298100/" title="Drop Stitch Sweater by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Drop Stitch Sweater" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3199/5872298100_061dd846d5.jpg" width="396" /></a><br />
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"Stephanie Tee" goes to 52"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872297982/" title="Stephanie Tee by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Stephanie Tee" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5313/5872297982_97ab8f0315.jpg" width="406" /></a><br />
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"Sunshine Top" up to 50"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871740347/" title="Sunshine Top by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Sunshine Top" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5035/5871740347_a208736ac9.jpg" width="345" /></a><br />
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"Cameo Tank" up to 50"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871740459/" title="Cameo tank by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Cameo tank" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3100/5871740459_f35a67a2d3.jpg" width="378" /></a><br />
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"Kelly Tee" up to 50"<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5871740567/" title="Kelly Tee by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Kelly Tee" height="500" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5153/5871740567_3bb7a70a8c.jpg" width="370" /></a><br />
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"Silhouette Sweater" up to XXL<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5872297890/" title="Silhouette Sweater by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img alt="Silhouette Sweater" height="500" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3046/5872297890_2f3f0b137b.jpg" width="418" /></a><br />
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And that is the end of my report!<br />
WHEW! What a lot of plus-sized patterns this time! :D<br />
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And now, it's time for me to take a LONG nap. See you all next time!Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-13113634195630783032011-03-12T06:19:00.002-05:002011-03-12T08:02:36.586-05:00Spring 2011 Knitting MagazinesLast night, I asked my hubby to take me to Barnes & Noble, so I could look through all the new Spring 2011 knitting magazines. I wanted to see if I could find any nice new plus-size knitting patterns for us! :)<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Vogue Knitting (Spring/Summer 2011)</span></strong><br /><br /><strong>Two Button Vest - </strong>goes up to size 2x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519093029/" title="Two Button Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5051/5519093029_22b71dcf83.jpg" width="350" height="500" alt="Two Button Vest" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Lace Poncho</strong> (nice for a beach cover-up)<br />It says "One Size Fits All", but it looks very roomy on this model. Of course, she's probably a size negative 2. HA HA HA<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519093235/" title="Cover Up by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5252/5519093235_dda404378a.jpg" width="396" height="500" alt="Cover Up" /></a><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong>Love of Knitting (Spring 2011)</strong></span><br /><br /><strong>Spreading Wings Cable Pullover</strong> - goes up to size 3x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519684524/" title="Spreading Wings Cable Pullover by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5260/5519684524_c9fb4d3dbb.jpg" width="371" height="500" alt="Spreading Wings Cable Pullover" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Bobbled Lace Cardigan</strong> - up to size 3x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519684848/" title="Bobbled Lace Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5097/5519684848_02422357c8.jpg" width="394" height="500" alt="Bobbled Lace Cardigan" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Buttermilk Shell</strong> - up to size 2x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519093557/" title="Buttermilk Shell by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5097/5519093557_0295aac31f.jpg" width="269" height="500" alt="Buttermilk Shell" /></a><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong>Yarn Forward (March 2011)</strong></span><br /><br /><strong>Menai Tank</strong> - up to 52" bust<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519122921/" title="Menai Tank by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5255/5519122921_6bca9b8cfb.jpg" width="375" height="500" alt="Menai Tank" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Selina</strong> - up to 50" bust<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519127045/" title="Selina by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5092/5519127045_f6bc4db9e5.jpg" width="360" height="500" alt="Selina" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Shady Grove Cardigan</strong> - finished bust up to 54"<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519129941/" title="Shady Grove Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5218/5519129941_55902d63c5.jpg" width="375" height="500" alt="Shady Grove Cardigan" /></a><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong>KnitScene (Winter/Spring 2011)</strong></span><br /><br /><strong>Bandha Hoodie</strong> (up to 53" bust)<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519144001/" title="Bandha Hoodie by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5177/5519144001_0549aa76e4.jpg" width="235" height="357" alt="Bandha Hoodie" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Belvedere Cardigan</strong> (up to 50" bust)<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519143983/" title="Belvedere Cardigan by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5014/5519143983_117fda6db9.jpg" width="333" height="500" alt="Belvedere Cardigan" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Camellia Shrug</strong> (up to 50" bust)<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519734064/" title="Camellia Shrug by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5058/5519734064_d523c344f8.jpg" width="333" height="500" alt="Camellia Shrug" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Magnanimity Cardi</strong> (up to 52 3/4" bust)<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519143871/" title="Magnanimity by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5053/5519143871_e3491f9750.jpg" width="333" height="500" alt="Magnanimity" /></a><br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Interweave Knits (Spring 2011)</span></strong><br /><br /><strong>Draped Vest</strong> - up to 55" bust<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519752204/" title="Draped Vest by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5179/5519752204_aa42d36a1a.jpg" width="333" height="500" alt="Draped Vest" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Heliotropic Pullover</strong> - fits up to 58" bust<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519162153/" title="Heliotropic by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5137/5519162153_6fe0b00a01.jpg" width="333" height="500" alt="Heliotropic" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Lara Bubble Top</strong> - up to 53" bust<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519752110/" title="Lara Bubble by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5212/5519752110_a87f0ba207.jpg" width="356" height="500" alt="Lara Bubble" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Leaf and Picot Cardigan</strong> - up to 53" bust<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519162083/" title="Leaf Picot by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5217/5519162083_dc485dff83.jpg" width="366" height="500" alt="Leaf Picot" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Ruched Yoke Tee</strong> - up to 55" bust<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519752008/" title="Ruched Yoke by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5060/5519752008_547a3dc9ea.jpg" width="333" height="500" alt="Ruched Yoke" /></a><br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Creative Knitting (March 2011)</span></strong><br />I decided to buy this issue, because they had a section just for plus-sized ladies! And most of the rest of their patterns were plus-sized as well. They were even nice enough to use a lovely plus-size model for some of them!!! Thank you, Creative Knitting! :)<br /><br /><strong>Cirque Pullover</strong> - up to size 2x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519183021/" title="Cirque by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5253/5519183021_2ece768fd3.jpg" width="500" height="500" alt="Cirque" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Cross-Country Cables</strong> - up to size 2x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519182981/" title="Cross Country by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5053/5519182981_49100ffc40.jpg" width="500" height="500" alt="Cross Country" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Dendritis</strong> - up to size 3x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519773688/" title="Dendritis by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5260/5519773688_fd083321d0.jpg" width="500" height="500" alt="Dendritis" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Mountain Thyme</strong> - from size XL to 3x (they left out the smaller sizes completely!)<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519182907/" title="Mountain Thyme by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5295/5519182907_38447216a8.jpg" width="500" height="500" alt="Mountain Thyme" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Retro Flower Cardi</strong> - up to size 2x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519773614/" title="Retro Flower by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5256/5519773614_9613217e45.jpg" width="500" height="500" alt="Retro Flower" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Sandy Shores Tunic</strong> - up to size 2x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519773572/" title="Sandy Shores by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5132/5519773572_c07dae7e4f.jpg" width="500" height="500" alt="Sandy Shores" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Soiree at Maxim's</strong> - up to size 2x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519773552/" title="Soiree by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5251/5519773552_7b0b8f58de.jpg" width="500" height="500" alt="Soiree" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Spring Patchwork Jacket</strong> - up to size 2x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519182769/" title="Spring Patchwork Jacket by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5300/5519182769_f9f0ed36f0.jpg" width="500" height="500" alt="Spring Patchwork Jacket" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Springtime Romance Pullover</strong> - up to size 2x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519182733/" title="Springtime Romance by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5178/5519182733_a01b3dfcb4.jpg" width="500" height="500" alt="Springtime Romance" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Warming Trend Vest</strong> - up to size 3x<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/5519773438/" title="Warming Trend by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5220/5519773438_5b23d59cf7.jpg" width="500" height="500" alt="Warming Trend" /></a>Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-20590558727443600562010-07-28T17:41:00.003-05:002010-07-28T17:48:23.477-05:00Lovely Lavender CardiganYippee! This plus-sized cardigan took a while to make, but it was worth it.<br />Love the lace edging, and the knot design throughout.<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/4809004861/" title="Cardigan Complete - Front 2 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4076/4809004861_7200f1659a.jpg" width="355" height="500" alt="Cardigan Complete - Front 2" /></a><br /><br />The free pattern goes up to size 5X, and is called "<a href="http://www.bernat.com/pattern.php?PID=3094">Satin Lace Edge Cardigan</a>", from the Bernat Yarn website. I used <a href="http://www.bernat.com/product.php?LGC=satin">Bernat Satin</a> yarn in a bright Lavender color.Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-68181669955268303302010-04-22T21:41:00.003-05:002010-04-22T21:43:59.585-05:00Another Nice Plus Size Sweater!Woo Hoo! I just finished knitting another nice plus-size sweater. It's another Bernat pattern, in a booklet called "<a href="http://www.bernat.com/patternbook.php?PBS=530197">Cold Front</a>". The pattern is "Cable Yoke Sweater", and goes up to size 5X.<br /><br />I used Bernat <a href="http://www.bernat.com/product.php?LGC=roving">Roving</a> yarn in the color "Lazuli".<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/4535893103/" title="Bernat Cable Yoke Sweater by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4007/4535893103_59c544d4eb.jpg" width="395" height="500" alt="Bernat Cable Yoke Sweater" /></a>Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-16316826264531590982010-01-29T07:20:00.004-05:002010-02-07T20:22:58.277-05:00Bernat & Patons Plus Size PatternsRecently, I was asked to be a blogger for <a href="http://www.bernat.com/index.php">Bernat</a> yarns. Before I agreed, I checked out their website to see if they have any plus size patterns. YIPPEE!! ALL of their women's patterns go up to size 5X!! Love it!<br /><br />And I found out that <a href="http://www.bernat.com/index.php">Bernat</a> and <a href="http://www.patonsyarn.com/">Patons</a> are run by the same company. So I checked out the Patons websites as well - Yahoo! Some of THEIR patterns go up to size 5X also! :)<br /><br />So, of course, I agreed to blog for Bernat. Check it out here!<br /><a href="http://bernat.com/blog/">Bernat Blog</a>Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-90033751711939964302010-01-29T07:10:00.003-05:002010-01-29T07:14:49.788-05:00Another Lovely Plus Size Knitting ProjectI just finished knitting this lovely "Alpaca Leaf Pullover" this week. Love it!<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/4308220246/" title="Alpaca Leaf Pullover Complete 4 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2741/4308220246_fdaecbcae6.jpg" width="500" height="499" alt="Alpaca Leaf Pullover Complete 4" /></a><br /><br />The pattern is in the "<a href="http://www.bernat.com/patternbook.php?PBS=530165">All Alpaca</a>" pattern book by <a href="http://www.bernat.com/">Bernat Yarns</a>. I used their <a href="http://www.bernat.com/product.php?LGC=alpaca">Alpaca Natural Blends</a> yarn to make the sweater, and it went quickly - I completed it in one month. Nice!<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/4307478249/" title="Alpaca Leaf Pullover Complete 2 by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4039/4307478249_63b0eb81f6.jpg" width="496" height="500" alt="Alpaca Leaf Pullover Complete 2" /></a>Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-20259610182487051162009-10-15T06:50:00.002-05:002009-10-15T06:57:18.666-05:00My Latest Plus Size ProjectJust wanted to share my latest plus-size knitting project with all of you!<br /><br />The <a href="http://www.bernat.com/pattern.php?PID=4079">Bernat Side Button Hooded Cape</a>. I made it with the recommended yarn - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/product.php?LGC=softeechunky&SPP=999">Bernat Softee Chunky</a>. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/4013150531/" title="Cape Complete - No Flash by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2601/4013150531_94c7a63626.jpg" width="367" height="500" alt="Cape Complete - No Flash" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/4013916138/" title="Cape Complete - Back by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2505/4013916138_4915a22ce3.jpg" width="348" height="500" alt="Cape Complete - Back" /></a>Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-58599080319249729082009-09-03T09:03:00.007-05:002012-02-03T23:08:41.980-05:00Plus Size Knitting Patterns I've FoundTo start off, here's a website to help you know your size<br />
<a href="http://www.craftyarncouncil.com/sizing.html">Yarn Standards for Women's Sizes</a><br />
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**<strong>Plus Size Knitting Pattern Websites</strong>**<br />
NEW! - <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/free_woman_sizepatterns.html">Crystal Palace Patterns for size 1X and above</a><br />
<a href="http://www.yarnbarn.com/grid.asp?partNoLike=KP-PAK&page=1">Pat Kirkland's Amplitudes Patterns</a><br />
<a href="http://www.vermontfiberdesigns.com/">Vermont Fibers</a> (has patterns up to size 6X)<br />
<a href="http://www.justonemorerow.com/">Just One More Row</a> (patterns up to 66" Chest)<br />
<a href="http://www.oatcouture.com/">Oat Couture</a> (has patterns up to 58" Chest)<br />
<a href="http://www.ample-knitters.com/">The Ample Knitters website</a><br />
<a href="http://www.whiteliesdesigns.com/patterns.html">White Lies Designs</a><br />
<a href="http://www.bellaonline.com/subjects/9527.asp">Large and Lovely Site by Bella Online</a><br />
<a href="http://www.knittingpureandsimple.com/">Knitting Pure and Simple</a> (this site has PLENTY of plus-size patterns available. You cannot purchase them on that website, but I have discovered that Jimmy Beans sells them online!) ----><a href="http://www.jimmybeanswool.com/secure-html/onlinegen/currgen/KnittingPureandSimple/KnittingPureandSimplePatternsProducts.asp">Jimmy Beans "Knitting Pure and Simple" Patterns</a><br />
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**<strong>Any Size FREE Knitting Patterns</strong>**<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring04/PATTt3.html">Any Size Crop Top</a><br />
<a href="http://web.archive.org/web/20070705094227/http://www.spincraftpatterns.com/free_pattern.php?osCsid=a679c0fc7731c828e06249872a2c29dd">Sure to Fit Pullover</a><br />
<a href="http://www.woolworks.org/patterns/raglan.html">Incredible Custom-Fit Raglan</a><br />
<a href="http://www.alpacaplus.com/pattern.html">Alpaca Shrug</a><br />
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**<strong>FREE Unisex Patterns</strong>**<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60302AD&submit.x=39&submit.y=6">Hooded Cardigan Jacket</a> (up to 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60057&submit.x=21&submit.y=5">Classic V-neck Pullover</a> (up to Women's 3X)<br />
<a href="http://www.canadianliving.com/crafts/knitting/knitted_reindeer_jackets_for_him_and_her.php">Reindeer Jacket</a> (up to 3X)<br />
<a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/cameo-cable-unisex2.html">Unisex V-neck Aran Sweater</a> (up to 54 inch chest)<br />
<a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/cameo-cable-unisex.html">Unisex Round neck Aran Sweater</a> (up to 54 inch chest)<br />
<a href="http://www.cascadeyarns.com/patternsFree/W156_Eco.pdf">Unisex Tunic</a> (up to 50 inch chest)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1538.pdf">Contrast Collar & Wristbands Sweater</a> (up to size 5X Ladies and Men)<br />
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<strong><u><em>More FREE Plus Size Knitting Patterns</em></u></strong><br />
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**<strong>Women's Pullovers</strong>**<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=peplum&submit.x=35&submit.y=10">Peplum Top</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=garter+rows&submit.x=30&submit.y=12">Classic Garter Pullover</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=20306&submit.x=41&submit.y=6">Beginner Roll Neck Pullover</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=70136AD&submit.x=30&submit.y=6">Front Pocket Ribbed Sweater</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=40220&submit.x=36&submit.y=8">Simple Striped Pullover</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=30037&submit.x=31&submit.y=9">Hooded Sweatshirt</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=newcastle&submit.x=33&submit.y=7">Newcastle Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=inishturk&submit.x=15&submit.y=8">Inishturk Aran Sweater</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=gossamer+cowl&submit.x=31&submit.y=11">Gossamer Cowl Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=sleeve+classic&submit.x=30&submit.y=8">3/4 Sleeve Classic Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50894AD&submit.x=29&submit.y=7">3/4 Sleeve Ribbed Yoke Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=30306&submit.x=29&submit.y=9">Basketweave Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=70112AD&submit.x=9&submit.y=8">Boatneck Raglan Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=20058&submit.x=39&submit.y=6">Southwestern Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=1196A&submit.x=21&submit.y=8">Chunky Fair Isle Yoke Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=madison&submit.x=38&submit.y=6">Madison Cabled Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=pert+classic&submit.x=44&submit.y=9">Classic Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=classic+yoke&submit.x=30&submit.y=9">Classic Yoke Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=seed+trimmed&submit.x=39&submit.y=6">Seed Stitch Trim Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=1178&submit.x=21&submit.y=13">Snowflake Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=1179&submit.x=37&submit.y=10">Roll-Edge Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=20137&submit.x=37&submit.y=7">Half Sleeve Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=20149&submit.x=22&submit.y=15">Striped Crew Neck Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall07/PATTcherieamour.html">Deep V-neck Lace Sweater</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTgiraffe.html">Ribbed Pullover, with Turtleneck/Hood</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTzigzag.html">Lace ZigZag Stitch, Textured, Fitted Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1286.pdf">Simple Pullover</a> (up to size 2X) <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/image/image_1286.jpg">PHOTO</a><br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall06/PATTcactusflower.html">Mohair Cowl Neck Sweater with Long Sleeves</a> - (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTcolorlines.html">Woven-look, Boxy Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall05/PATTleaves.html">Aran Pullover, with Beautiful Tree Design</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall06/PATTlucie.html">Fitted, Split Neck Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall06/PATTsmock.html">Boat-neck, Smocked Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring07/PATTtorque.html">Assymetrical, Cabled, Split Neck Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall06/PATTviveka.html">Deep V Neckline Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1338.pdf">Scoop Neck Sweater</a> (up to size 3X) <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/image/image_1338.jpg">PHOTO</a><br />
<a href="http://www.masondixonknitting.com/archives/images/PerfectSweater100906.pdf">The Perfect Sweater</a> (up to size 4X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2298.en_US.pdf">Shaker Rib Raglan Pullover</a> (up to size 5X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1843.en_US.pdf">Classic Turtleneck</a> (up to size 5X)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitsisters.com/category/heavy-sweaters/s4-sarahs-simple-summer-sweater/">Sara's Simple Summer Sweater</a> (up to 5X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2402.en_US.pdf">Shaker Rib Chunky Sweater</a> (up to size 5X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter06/PATTthermal.html">Textured Pullover, with Deep Scoop Neckline</a> (up to 52 inch chest)<br />
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**<strong>Women's Tunics</strong>**<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=river+road&submit.x=39&submit.y=8">Pleated Tunic</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=kkc-tunic&submit.x=18&submit.y=8">Openwork Tunic</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=20115&submit.x=32&submit.y=9">Tunic with Furry Collar and Cuffs</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=70517AD&submit.x=23&submit.y=5">Side Buttoned Tunic</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60618AD&submit.x=30&submit.y=6">Cable Luxe Tunic</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60626A&submit.x=31&submit.y=5">Openweave Lacy Tunic</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=slim+line+tunic&submit.x=22&submit.y=11">Bulky V-Neck Tunic</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=873&submit.x=41&submit.y=9">Leaf Pattern Lacy Tunic</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEspring03/PATTsprout.html">Lace Ribbon Tunic</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
<a href="http://www.cascadeyarns.com/patternsFree/W102_220.pdf">Pretty Design Textured Flowers Tunic</a> (up to 64 inch chest)<br />
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**<strong>Women’s Cardigans & Jackets</strong>**<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50849AD&submit.x=28&submit.y=7">Bulky Jacket</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=fitted+knits+cardigan&submit.x=15&submit.y=9">Fitted Knits Mini Cardi</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=20061127&submit.x=29&submit.y=9">Chunky Shawl Collar Jacket</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=20267&submit.x=24&submit.y=11">Beginner's One Button Jacket</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50282&submit.x=16&submit.y=7">Ballet Wrap Sweater</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=kjif-earthtone&submit.x=27&submit.y=6">Hip Length Cardigan</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=tea+time+sweater&submit.x=31&submit.y=6">Classic Cardigan with Chenille Collar</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=1293&submit.x=21&submit.y=3">Patchwork Jacket</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=40595&submit.x=26&submit.y=8">Fuzzy Collar Jacket</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=ardsley&submit.x=23&submit.y=8">Ardsley Jacket</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=berkeley&submit.x=27&submit.y=8">Berkeley Cardigan</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=weekend+cardi&submit.x=28&submit.y=12">Short Sleeve Cardi</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=70111&submit.x=37&submit.y=11">Cropped Short Sleeve Cardi</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=dressmaker&submit.x=25&submit.y=10">Dressmaker Detail Cardigan</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=audrey+cardigan&submit.x=24&submit.y=10">Audrey Cardigan & Scarf</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=waterford&submit.x=47&submit.y=7">Long, Side Buttoned Cardigan</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60622&submit.x=29&submit.y=5">Half Sleeve Kimono</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60646AD&submit.x=31&submit.y=6">Classic Cabled Cardigan</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=70049&submit.x=27&submit.y=6">Summer Cardigan & Scarf</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=1194&submit.x=20&submit.y=7">Top Down Cardigan</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=1192&submit.x=27&submit.y=9">Cabled V-Neck Cardigan</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=10502&submit.x=25&submit.y=10">Diagonal Jacket</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60653AD&submit.x=14&submit.y=5">Boxy Jacket</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=slim+silhouette&submit.x=8&submit.y=8">Long Sweater Coat</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=70640AD&submit.x=38&submit.y=4">Long, 1-Button Jacket</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=inez&submit.x=23&submit.y=6">Inez Cardigan</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60628&submit.x=24&submit.y=3">Fitted, Shawl Collar Cardigan</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=mandarin+cardigan&submit.x=21&submit.y=9">Mandarin Collar Cardigan</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=cozy+collar+jacket&submit.x=19&submit.y=8">Cozy Collar Jacket</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=milo&submit.x=24&submit.y=9">Milo Cardigan</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=portland&submit.x=33&submit.y=12">Portland Cardigan</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=20153&submit.x=24&submit.y=6">Chunky, Long Sweater Coat</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50667A&submit.x=17&submit.y=3">Flattering Sweater</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=10181-3&submit.x=21&submit.y=7">Bulky Sweater Jacket</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=One+Button+Cardigan&submit.x=31&submit.y=10">One Button Cardigan</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50925AD&submit.x=49&submit.y=5">"Mink" Coat</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=10181&submit.x=20&submit.y=9">Country Jacket</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50844AD&submit.x=40&submit.y=7">Metro Jacket</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=box+stitch+cardigan&submit.x=30&submit.y=13">Box Stitch Warm Jacket</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=oh-so-simple+cardigan&submit.x=45&submit.y=5">Simple Garter Cardigan</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=houndstooth+cardigan&submit.x=31&submit.y=5">Houndstooth Cardigan</a> (up to size 5X)<br />
<a href="http://www.caron.com/projects/shadows/sss_draped_sweater.html">Draped Sweater</a> - (up to size 2X)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall07/PATToblique.html">Double-Breasted Lace Cardigan</a> (up to 3X)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall07/PATTtussiemussie.html">Cardigan with Bobbled Flowers</a> (up to 3X)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall07/PATTgreenjeans.html">Shaped Cardigan with Cabled Ribs, Raglan Sleeves</a> (up to 3X)<br />
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**<strong>Women's Tops, Tanks, & Shells</strong>**<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=raglan+tee&submit.x=47&submit.y=3">Raglan Tee</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=graceful&submit.x=12&submit.y=3">Graceful Top</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=fitted+top&submit.x=38&submit.y=10">Fitted, Ribbed Tank</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=40277AD&submit.x=21&submit.y=4">Ribbon Yarn Shell</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60455&submit.x=20&submit.y=6">Ribbed Shell</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60427&submit.x=42&submit.y=9">Textured Shell</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60343AD&submit.x=36&submit.y=5">Short Sleeve, V Neck Top</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=70314AD&submit.x=30&submit.y=7">Cabled Shell</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=ripple+pullover&submit.x=26&submit.y=8">Ripple Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=kgs-turtleneck&submit.x=14&submit.y=8">Fitted Sleeveless Turtleneck</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall07/PATTneiman.html">Fitted Bottom-up Seamless Yoke Top</a> (up to 52" chest)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTblaze.html">Blaze Zig Zag Cabled Top</a> - (up to size 2X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring04/PATTbadpenny.html">Cropped Top with Short Sleeves</a> - (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter04/PATTcathode.html">Textured, Split Neck Top with Short Sleeves</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter06/PATTdragonfly.html">Fitted, 3/4 sleeve, with V-neck</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter06/PATTeiffel.html">Lacy, Fitted, with Ribbon Detail</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring06/PATTmesilla.html">Embroidered, Fitted Top with Short Sleeves</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring07/PATTribena.html">Rib Detailed, Crew Neck Top or Tank</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter04/PATTtempting.html">Ribbed, Off Shoulder, Short Sleeve Top, with Ribbon Detail</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEwinter05/PATTtemptingII.html">Ribbed, Off Shoulder, Short Sleeve Top, with Buckle Detail</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring06/PATTttwist.html">A-line Tee, with Rippled Hem</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2303.en_US.pdf">Elegant Shell</a> (up to size 3X) <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/image/image_2303.jpg">PHOTO</a><br />
<a href="http://www.whiteliesdesigns.com/patterns/lpullovers/fbc.html">Shapely Tank Top</a> (up to 58" Chest)<br />
<a href="http://www.whiteliesdesigns.com/patterns/lpullovers/fbd.html">Shapely Tee</a> (add sleeves to the above tank)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2293.en_US.pdf">Organic Cotton Summer Tank</a> (up to 62 inch chest)<br />
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**<strong>Women's Miscellaneous</strong>**<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=divine&submit.x=15&submit.y=7">Chenille Vest</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=flair+bolero&submit.x=40&submit.y=4">Everyday Flair Bolero</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=tabard+vest&submit.x=23&submit.y=9">Tabard Vest</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=close+fitting+dress&submit.x=29&submit.y=9">Close Fitting Dress</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=urban+wrap&submit.x=16&submit.y=9">Urban Wrap</a> (Ruana) (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50718&submit.x=24&submit.y=3">Fisherman Shrug</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50690&submit.x=30&submit.y=10">Sparkling Shrug</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=1320&submit.x=29&submit.y=8">Twin Set</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=20125&submit.x=32&submit.y=7">Beginner Bulky Vest</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=mitered+vest&submit.x=9&submit.y=12">Mitered Vest</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60620&submit.x=25&submit.y=11">Fitted Cabled Poncho Wrap</a> (up to size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50828AD&submit.x=31&submit.y=8">Fitted Dress</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=70048&submit.x=29&submit.y=9">Light Summer Vest</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60721AD&submit.x=35&submit.y=4">Cable Luxe Dress</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60434AD&submit.x=29&submit.y=0">Cable Accent Vest</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60426&submit.x=25&submit.y=5">Color Block Vest</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50827AD&submit.x=23&submit.y=10">Long, Fuzzy Vest</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60376&submit.x=9&submit.y=8">Hooded Ski Vest</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=20122&submit.x=24&submit.y=10">Long Vest</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=20064&submit.x=12&submit.y=3">Basic, Chunky Vest</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50880&submit.x=17&submit.y=11">Bulky, Turtleneck Vest</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=50889&submit.x=22&submit.y=12">Fringed Skirt</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=khs-flatteringDress&submit.x=26&submit.y=10">V-Neck Dress</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=kkc-patchworkVest&submit.x=15&submit.y=5">Long, Patchwork Vest</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=1164&submit.x=18&submit.y=8">Warm Winter Poncho</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=circle+shrug&submit.x=30&submit.y=6">Glam Knits Circle Shrug</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60082AD&submit.x=47&submit.y=9">Ruffled Shrug</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
<a href="http://www.fuzzygalore.biz/patterns/capeletpf.shtml">Poofy Capelet</a> (up to size 4X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1778.en_US.pdf">Cropped Vest</a> (up to size 5X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2050.en_US.pdf">Knit Shrug</a> (up to size 5X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1648.en_US.pdf">Knit Poncho</a> (up to size 5X)<br />
Another <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1438.pdf">Knit Poncho</a> (up to size 5X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1646.en_US.pdf">Two Piece Poncho</a> (up to size 5X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2316.en_US.pdf">Turtleneck Poncho</a> (up to 54 inch chest)<br />
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**<strong>Men’s Plus-Size Patterns</strong>**<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=alpine&submit.x=40&submit.y=7">Zip Neck Pullover</a> (up to Men's size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=60687AD&submit.x=34&submit.y=8">Cabled Aran Cardigan</a> (up to Men's size 1X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=kwec-stripedPullover&submit.x=27&submit.y=9">Striped Pullover</a> (up to Men's size 2X)<br />
NEW! <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?language=&store=%2Fstores%2Flionbrand&search=1&searchText=1183&submit.x=26&submit.y=8">Cabled Vest</a> (up to Men's size 2X)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEwinter05/PATTcheesypuffs.html">Men's Textured Pullover</a> (up to Men's size 2X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring06/PATTjamesey.html">Men's Fitted, Textured Gansey</a> (up to Men's size 2X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTleo.html">Men's Ribbed, Rollneck Pullover</a> (up to Men's size 2X)<br />
<a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEsummer05/PATTlucky.html">Men's Chunky Ribbed Pullover</a> (up to Men's size 2X)<br />
<a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2297.en_US.pdf">Men's Shaker Rib Raglan Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitlist.com/98gift/biggentspullover.htm">Men's Pullover</a> (up to 5X)<br />
<a href="http://cu-needleworks.com/Patterns/Sweaters/Mr_biggie_mohair_sweater/mr_biggie_XL.pdf">"Mr Biggie" Sweater</a> (up to a 50" chest)<br />
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**<strong>Plus Size Knitting Pattern Books</strong>**<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1564774902/102-4139158-6932143?v=glance&n=283155">Style at Large</a><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Big-Girl-Knits-Projects-Shaped/dp/0307336603">Big Girl Knits</a><br />
<a href="http://store.martingale-pub.com/catalog/index.cfm?fuseaction=product&id=733">Everyday Style </a>(sweaters up to size 2X)<br />
Family Circle <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Family-Circle-Easy-Plus-Size-Knits/dp/1931543844">Easy Plus Size Knits</a> (up to size 3X)<br />
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**<strong>Plus Size Knitting Patterns in Magazines</strong>**<br />
<a href="http://www.knittinguniverse.com/">Knitter's</a> (has patterns up to 3x)<br />
<a href="http://www.creativeknittingmagazine.com/">Creative Knitting</a> (Several plus size patterns!)<br />
<a href="http://www.knitnstyle.com/">Knit 'N Style</a> (some of their patterns go up to size 2x)<br />
<a href="http://www.interweaveknits.com/">Interweave Knits</a> (about half of their patterns go up to size 51" chest)<br />
<a href="http://www.vogueknitting.com/vkm/?q=node/68">Vogue Knitting</a> (A few of their patterns have plus sizes)Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-48878894548847913732009-07-06T09:30:00.003-05:002009-07-06T09:35:12.885-05:00Yay!!! SO Many Plus Size Patterns!Since I started this blog several years ago, the knitting world has learned that we NEED plus size knitting patterns. <br /><br />I've noticed that now there are LOTS of plus size knitting patterns available. Unfortunately, there are still some companies that continue to ignore us. But, for the most part, everyone else has caught on. As I've said before, "Plus size patterns require more yarn.....HELLO yarn shops!" I think they finally realized that they will make a lot more money off of us. (tee-hee)<br /><br />One of my goals for this summer is to scrounge the internet for more free patterns for us. I'd also like to update our listing....deleting links that no longer work.<br /><br />So, keep checking back. I promise to get this taken care of soon.<br /><br />Thank you all for your amazing patience! Happy knitting!! :DShandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-75118633079909574952008-07-16T21:54:00.004-05:002010-01-29T07:17:06.825-05:00Happy Times at Plus Size KnittingWelcome to your pattern link resource for Plus-Size Knitting Patterns!<br /><br />I'll try to update our links soon, so you'll have more to choose from.<br /><br />For now, keep referring to my August post from last year.<br /><br />Happy Knitting! :)<br /><br /><a title="Finished Handknit Saguaro Top! by Unkoine, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/168045815/"></a><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/59646927@N00/168045815/" title="Finished Handknit Saguaro Top! by Shandeh, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/47/168045815_23a77fbcde.jpg" width="500" height="459" alt="Finished Handknit Saguaro Top!" /></a><br />(That's me, wearing the "Saguaro" top, designed by Kennita Tully. The pattern is found in the Spring 2005 issue of Knitter's Magazine. I enjoyed making this, my first sweater, using cheap cotton yarn that has actually held up pretty well.....two years so far!) :DShandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-59440340436686648432007-08-13T11:26:00.000-05:002007-11-26T19:52:02.447-05:00New Updated View!Since I'm beginning to get LOTS of links for plus-size knitting patterns, I figure I'd better try to organize them a bit, so we can find them easier. What a wonderful problem to have!<br /><br />Thank you, knitting world, for giving us more options for our plus-size knitting needs!!<br /><br /><strong><em><span style="font-size:130%;color:#6600cc;">**Any Size Knitting Patterns**<br /></span></em></strong><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring04/PATTt3.html">Any Size Crop Top</a><br /><a href="http://www.spincraftpatterns.com/free_pattern.php?osCsid=a679c0fc7731c828e06249872a2c29dd">Sure to Fit Pullover</a> (will fit any size)<br /><a href="http://www.woolworks.org/patterns/raglan.html">Incredible Custom-Fit Raglan</a> (will fit any size)<br /><a href="http://www.magknits.com/warm04/patterns/cobweb.htm">Cobweb Shawl</a> (fits any size)<br /><a href="http://www.alpacaplus.com/pattern.html">Alpaca Shrug</a><br /><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;color:#993300;">**Unisex Patterns**</span></strong></em><br />New! <a href="http://www.canadianliving.com/crafts/knitting/knitted_reindeer_jackets_for_him_and_her.php">Reindeer Jacket</a> (fits up to 3X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/cameo-cable-unisex2.html">Unisex V-neck Aran Sweater</a> (fits up to 54 inch chest)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/cameo-cable-unisex.html">Unisex Round neck Aran Sweater</a> (fits up to 54 inch chest)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.cascadeyarns.com/patternsFree/W156_Eco.pdf">Unisex Tunic</a> (up to 60 inch chest)<br /><a href="http://www.wizardknits.com/school_sweater_pattern.html">Harry Potter Wizard Sweater</a> (up to size 2X - Scroll to bottom of page to click for PDF file)<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;color:#cc33cc;"><strong><em>**Women's Plus-Size Knitting Patterns**</em></strong></span><br /><strong><u><span style="color:#993399;">Pullovers</span></u> </strong><br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns2/meringue-beaded.html">Beaded, Holiday Pullover</a> (fits up to 52" chest)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/waikiki-kidm-rufflepullover.html">Pullover with Ruffled Neck & Wrists</a> (fits up to size 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/merino-stripes-bellsleeve-pullover.html">Bell-Sleeve, Ribbed, Split-Neck Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/merino-stripes-leaf-pullover.html">Round Neck Pullover, with Leaf Accent</a> (up to size 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall07/PATTcherieamour.html">Deep V-neck Lace Sweater</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTgiraffe.html">Ribbed Pullover, with Turtleneck/Hood</a> (fits up to size 2X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTzigzag.html">Lace ZigZag Stitch, Textured, Fitted Pullover</a> (fits up to size 2X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1286.pdf">Simple Pullover</a> (up to size 2X) <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/image/image_1286.jpg">PHOTO</a><br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.vogueknitting.com/vkm/charts/2007/vk25/Plymouth.pdf">Oversized, Cabled Pullover</a> (up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall06/PATTcactusflower.html">Mohair Cowl Neck Sweater with Long Sleeves</a> - (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTcolorlines.html">Woven-look, Boxy Pullover</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall05/PATTleaves.html">Aran Pullover, with Beautiful Tree Design</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall06/PATTlucie.html">Fitted, Split Neck Pullover</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall06/PATTsmock.html">Boat-neck, Smocked Pullover</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring07/PATTtorque.html">Assymetrical, Cabled, Split Neck Pullover</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall06/PATTviveka.html">Deep V Neckline Pullover</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1338.pdf">Scoop Neck Sweater</a> (up to size 3X) <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/image/image_1338.jpg">PHOTO</a><br /><a href="http://www.masondixonknitting.com/archives/images/PerfectSweater100906.pdf">The Perfect Sweater</a> (fits up to size 4X) - Thanks, Darlene!<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2298.en_US.pdf">Shaker Rib Raglan Pullover</a> (up to size 5X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1843.en_US.pdf">Classic Turtleneck</a> (up to size 5X)<br /><a href="http://www.knitsisters.com/category/heavy-sweaters/s4-sarahs-simple-summer-sweater/">Sara's Simple Summer Sweater</a> (fits up to 5X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2402.en_US.pdf">Shaker Rib Chunky Sweater</a> (up to size 5X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter06/PATTthermal.html">Textured Pullover, with Deep Scoop Neckline</a> (fits up to 52 inch chest)<br /><a href="http://www.interweaveknits.com/freepatterns/pdf/Dolman_Updated.pdf">Dolman Pullover</a> (fits up to 53 inch chest)<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#993399;"><u>Tunics</u></span><br /></strong>New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns2/waikiki-lacetop.html">Lacy, Bell-Sleeved Tunic</a> (fits up to size 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns2/bamboozle-tunic-lacefrnt.html">Tunic with Lacy Front Panel</a> (fits up to 52 inch chest)<br /><a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEspring03/PATTsprout.html">Lace Ribbon Tunic</a> (fits up to size 2X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.cascadeyarns.com/patternsFree/W102_220.pdf">Pretty Design Textured Flowers Tunic</a> (up to 64 inch chest)<br /><br /><strong><u><span style="color:#993399;">Women’s Cardigans & Jackets </span></u></strong><br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/nubbles-iceland-tweed-jacket.html">Tweed Jacket</a> (fits up to size 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/taos-jacket.html">Diagonal Jacket</a> (fits up to 54 inch chest)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/party-jacket.html">Lacy Ribbon Jacket</a> (fits up to 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/deco-jacket.html">Assymetrical Boxy Jacket</a> (fits up to size 2X)<br /><a href="http://www.caron.com/projects/shadows/sss_draped_sweater.html">Draped Jacket</a> - (fits up to size 2X)<br /><a href="http://www.michaels.com/art/online/projectsheet?pid=e02382">Paton's Grace Cardigan</a> (fits up to 3X)<br />New! <a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall07/PATToblique.html">Double-Breasted Lace Cardigan</a> (fits up to 3X)<br />New! <a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall07/PATTtussiemussie.html">Cardigan with Bobbled Flowers</a> (fits up to 3X)<br />New! <a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall07/PATTgreenjeans.html">Shaped Cardigan with Cabled Ribs, Raglan Sleeves</a> (fits up to 3X)<br /><a href="http://www.interweaveknits.com/freepatterns/pdf/SeeingDotsAgain.pdf">Dot-Embroidered Cardigan</a> - (fits up to 52 inch chest)<br /><a href="http://www.interweaveknits.com/freepatterns/pdf/win_06/BlueSkies.pdf">Picture-Embroidered Long Cardigan</a> - (fits up to 52 inch chest)<br />New! <a href="http://www.magknits.com/Nov07/patterns/basicblack.htm">Fitted, 3/4 Sleeve Cardigan</a> (fits up to 55 inch chest)<br />New! <a href="http://www.magknits.com/Nov07/patterns/fibonacci.htm">Classic, Shawl-Collared Cardigan </a>(fits up to 55 inch chest)<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;"><strong><u>Tops, Tanks, & Shells </u></strong></span><br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/party_featherlace_pullovr.html">Lacy Ribbon Short Sleeve Top</a> (fits up to size 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/party_lace_top.html">Another Lacy Ribbon Short Sleeve Top</a> (fits up to size 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/summer_net_shell.html">Roll-neck Shell</a> (fits up to size 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns2/panda-cott-ample-tunic.html">Asian Style, Short Sleeve Top</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br />NEW! <a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall07/PATTneiman.html">Fitted Bottom-up Seamless Yoke Top</a> (fits up to 52" chest)<br /><a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTblaze.html">Blaze Zig Zag Cabled Top</a> - (fits up to size 2X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.vogueknitting.com/vkm/charts/2007/free/shoulder.pdf">Split Sleeve Top</a> - (fits up to size 2X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring04/PATTbadpenny.html">Cropped Top with Short Sleeves</a> - (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter04/PATTcathode.html">Textured, Split Neck Top with Short Sleeves</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter06/PATTdragonfly.html">Fitted, 3/4 sleeve, with V-neck</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter06/PATTeiffel.html">Lacy, Fitted, with Ribbon Detail</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring06/PATTmesilla.html">Embroidered, Fitted Top with Short Sleeves</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring07/PATTribena.html">Rib Detailed, Crew Neck Top or Tank</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter04/PATTtempting.html">Ribbed, Off Shoulder, Short Sleeve Top, with Ribbon Detail</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEwinter05/PATTtemptingII.html">Ribbed, Off Shoulder, Short Sleeve Top, with Buckle Detail</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring06/PATTttwist.html">A-line Tee, with Rippled Hem</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2303.en_US.pdf">Elegant Shell</a> (up to size 3X) <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/image/image_2303.jpg">PHOTO</a><br />PDF File <a href="http://home.nc.rr.com/saunshines/Waves.pdf">"Waves" Tube Top</a> (fits up to 3X)<br /><a href="http://www.whiteliesdesigns.com/patterns/lpullovers/fbc.html">Shapely Tank Top</a> (fits up to 58" Chest)<br /><a href="http://www.whiteliesdesigns.com/patterns/lpullovers/fbd.html">Shapely Tee</a> (just add sleeves to the above tank)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2293.en_US.pdf">Organic Cotton Summer Tank</a> (up to 62 inch chest)<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;"><strong><u>Miscellaneous </u></strong></span><br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns2/fjord-medallion-vest.html">Textured Ribs Vest with Round Neck</a> (fits up to 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/sequoia-vest.html">Turtleneck Vest with Seed Stitch Side Detail</a> (fits up to 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/party_vest.html">Textured Vest</a> (fits up to 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns/deco-stardust_tanktop.html">Vest with Openwork Edging</a> (fits up to 2X)<br />New! <a href="http://straw.com/cpy/patterns2/cot_chen_apron.html">Simple Kitchen Apron</a> (fits up to 3X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.vogueknitting.com/vkm/charts/2007/vk25/Patons.pdf">Broken Rib Dress with Bell Sleeves</a> (up to size 3X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.creativeknittingmagazine.com/pdfs/fp1may.pdf">Sassy Ruffled Skirt</a> (up to size 3X)<br /><a href="http://www.fuzzygalore.biz/patterns/capeletpf.shtml">Poofy Capelet</a> (up to size 4X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1778.en_US.pdf">Cropped Vest</a> (up to size 5X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2050.en_US.pdf">Knit Shrug</a> (up to size 5X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1648.en_US.pdf">Knit Poncho</a> (up to size 5X)<br />PDF File - Another <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1438.pdf">Knit Poncho</a> (up to size 5X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1646.en_US.pdf">Two Piece Poncho</a> (up to size 5X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.interweaveknits.com/freepatterns/pdf/fall07/BryantsSlipover.pdf">Close-Fitting Sweater Vest</a> (up to 48 inch chest)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2316.en_US.pdf">Turtleneck Poncho</a> (up to 54 inch chest)<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;color:#006600;"><strong><em>**Men’s Plus-Size Patterns**</em></strong></span><br /><a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEwinter05/PATTcheesypuffs.html">Men's Textured Pullover</a> (fits up to Men's size 2X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring06/PATTjamesey.html">Men's Fitted, Textured Gansey</a> (fits up to Men's size 2X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTleo.html">Men's Ribbed, Rollneck Pullover</a> (fits up to Men's size 2X)<br /><a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEsummer05/PATTlucky.html">Men's Chunky Ribbed Pullover</a> (fits up to Men's size 2X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_2297.en_US.pdf">Men's Shaker Rib Raglan Pullover</a> (up to size 2X)<br />PDF File - <a href="http://www.bernat.com/data/pattern/pdf/instruction_1538.pdf">Contrast Collar & Wristbands Sweater</a> (up to size 5X Ladies and Men)<br /><a href="http://www.knitlist.com/98gift/biggentspullover.htm">Men's Pullover</a> (fits up to 5X)<br />PDF File <a href="http://cu-needleworks.com/Patterns/Sweaters/Mr_biggie_mohair_sweater/mr_biggie_XL.pdf">"Mr Biggie" Sweater</a> (fits up to a 50" chest)<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color:#000099;"><strong><em>**Plus Size Pattern Websites**</em></strong></span><br /></span><a href="http://www.yarnbarn.com/grid.asp?partNoLike=KP-PAK&page=1">Pat Kirkland's Amplitudes Patterns</a><br /><a href="http://www.vermontfiberdesigns.com/">Vermont Fibers</a> (has patterns up to size 6X)<br /><a href="http://www.justonemorerow.com/">Just One More Row</a> (patterns that fit up to 66" Chest)<br /><a href="http://www.oatcouture.com/">Oat Couture</a> (has patterns up to 58" Chest)<br /><a href="http://www.ample-knitters.com/">The Ample Knitters website</a><br /><a href="http://www.whiteliesdesigns.com/patterns.html">White Lies Designs</a><br /><a href="http://groups.yahoo.com/group/big_girl_knits/">Big Girl Knits Yahoo Group</a><br /><a href="http://www.bellaonline.com/subjects/9527.asp">Large and Lovely Site by Bella Online</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.yarnstandards.com/womansize.html"><em>Yarn Standards for Women's Sizes</em></a><em><br /></em><br /><a href="http://www.knittingpureandsimple.com/">Knitting Pure and Simple</a> (this site has PLENTY of plus-size patterns available. You cannot purchase them on that website, but I have discovered that Jimmy Beans sells them online!)<br />----><a href="http://www.jimmybeanswool.com/secure-html/onlinegen/currgen/KnittingPureandSimple/KnittingPureandSimplePatternsProducts.asp">Jimmy Beans "Knitting Pure and Simple" Patterns</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?search=Search&searchText=&craft=Knit&cost=&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;categoryKey=&edition=&size=6&searchType=0&publisher=&search=Search">Lion Brand Patterns in size 1X</a> , <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?search=Search&searchText=&craft=Knit&cost=&categoryKey=&edition=&size=7&searchType=0&publisher=&search=Search">Size 2X</a>, <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?search=Search&searchText=&craft=Knit&cost=&categoryKey=&edition=&size=2&searchType=0&publisher=&search=Search">Size 3X</a><br />(some of them are 2X or 3X Toddler)<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong><em><span style="color:#ff0000;">**Plus Size Pattern Books**</span></em></strong><br /></span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1564774902/102-4139158-6932143?v=glance&n=283155">Style at Large</a><br /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Big-Girl-Knits-Projects-Shaped/dp/0307336603">Big Girl Knits</a><br /><a href="http://store.martingale-pub.com/catalog/index.cfm?fuseaction=product&id=733">Everyday Style </a>(sweaters up to size 2X)<br />Family Circle <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Family-Circle-Easy-Plus-Size-Knits/dp/1931543844">Easy Plus Size Knits</a> (fits up to size 3X)<br /><br /><strong><em><span style="font-size:130%;color:#ff6600;">**Plus Size Patterns in Magazines**</span></em></strong><br /><a href="http://www.knittinguniverse.com/">Knitter's</a> (has patterns up to 3x)<br /><a href="http://www.creativeknittingmagazine.com/">Creative Knitting</a> (has recently added LOTS of plus size patterns! Yay!)<br /><a href="http://www.knitnstyle.com/">Knit 'N Style</a> (some of their patterns go up to size 2x)<br /><a href="http://www.interweaveknits.com/">Interweave Knits</a> (about half of their patterns go up to size 51" chest)<br /><a href="http://www.vogueknitting.com/vkm/?q=node/68">Vogue Knitting</a> (I know! I was shocked too! A few of their patterns have plus sizes)Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33522263.post-1156838065715044222006-08-29T02:49:00.000-05:002007-01-15T06:05:33.473-05:00Plus-Size KnittingI've been knitting now for a little over three years. One of my biggest frustrations is that most patterns are written for model-thin people. NOT COOL!<br /><br />If you look at a crowd of people, you'll soon realize that most of us are NOT thin. So, why hasn't the pattern-making public noticed this? <br /><br />And another thing....you'd think the yarn stores would WANT to have plus-size patterns. Think of how much more yarn they would sell! (Plus size patterns need more yarn to complete the project.) Hello!!!!<br /><br />Since I spend so much time searching for plus-size knitting patterns, I decided that maybe I should put what I find in one spot. For my own convenience, and for the rest of you plus-size knitwear lovers.<br /><br />So, without further ado, let's get cracking......<br /><br />If you know of a knitting pattern (free or not) for plus-sizes, please post a comment.<br /><br />Thanks!Shandehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00761779621427135020noreply@blogger.com8