{"title":"Kay Jones Knitting \u0026 Crochet Patterns","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover Kay Jones patterns for socks, shawls, cowls, blankets, mittens, and other projects. Find mostly knitting designs, with crochet patterns too. Each pattern is an instant PDF download, and every purchase supports the designer directly.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-burrow-blanket-knitting-pattern-by-kay-jones","title":"The Burrow Blanket","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis blanket was inspired by another of my designs - The Burrow Wrap. I knew when I was knitting the wrap, it would made a wonderful blanket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blanket is knitted using 3 strands of fingering weight yarn, held together. It's the perfect project for all of those leftovers and mini skeins. I used yarns that weighed between 10g and 40g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the baby blanket size you will need approx 600g of fingering weight yarn and for the afghan\/throw you will need approx 1050g of fingering weight yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pattern contains full deatils on the blending method I used, along with 3 video tutorials for specific techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independent Designer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56732593717626,"sku":"UPID120584","price":4.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/3219\/4170\/files\/18a6bbfc35fd3fd4e5943174901842f238f86358_UPID120584_172861011903045.jpg?v=1775726986"},{"product_id":"nutkin-knitting-pattern-by-kay-jones","title":"Nutkin","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis sock design was inspired by the Beatrix Potter character, Squirrel Nutkin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNutlin was a cheeky red squirrel, who lived with his brother and cousins in a wood at the edge of a lake. In the middle of the lake was an island, where the grumpy owl Old Brown lived. One Autumn, Nutkin and his friends sailed over to the island to feast on the ripe nuts but Old Brown wasn't too keen on the idea !\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter an adventurous time, Nutkin managed to escape back to his home - not unscathed !\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith this design, I wanted to create the feeling that Nutkin might have had whilst he was scurrying around the island searching for tasty treats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tall trees that covered the island run down the centre of the front of the sock, and also down the back of the leg. 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This time, I created a lovely textured lace pattern and loved knitting them so much I decided to write up the pattern!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stitch pattern is that magical combination of relaxed stocking stitch, and then a little detail. I used a garter edged heel flap, and included a helpful video within the pattern showing how to pick up the gusset stitches on this heel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pattern comes in 3 sizes and is both written and charted. Instructions are written for magic loop but other methods can of course be used.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independent Designer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56734213996922,"sku":"UPID203961","price":4.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/3219\/4170\/files\/cd09410f2c6c904325cfa595f282531472108db2_UPID203961_172840627655047.jpg?v=1775734453"},{"product_id":"the-philosophers-cowl-knitting-pattern-by-kay-jones","title":"The Philosopher's Cowl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"To all parents of first year students, the new school term is about to begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLessons will commence in The Forbidden Forest on Halloween night. It is vital that all students are equipped with their Philosopher’s Cowl in preparation for this.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnclosed are instructions on how the cowl is made. Feel free to select yarns that reflect your child’s personality or maybe their house colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note that howlers will be sent to the parents of any student who does not have their cowl by Halloween.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYours Sincerely Kay Jones Professor of Crafting and Baking\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Philosopher's Cowl is knit with 10 x 20g mini skeins, or leftovers to the equivalent. 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In no time at all, I had a cute pair of wrist warmers !\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are perfectly lightweight and yet keep your hands and wrists lovely and toasty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou only need 40g of a fingering weight yarn to knit a pair, so they are perfect gift knitting. It's also a great way to use your leftover yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow many pairs will you make ?!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independent Designer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56734992597370,"sku":"UPID128893","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/3219\/4170\/files\/bb2b96a04bc3599cfe90f19ebc9453c222a01362_UPID128893_172895768772657.jpg?v=1775738683"},{"product_id":"hadrians-cowl-knitting-pattern-by-kay-jones","title":"Hadrian's Cowl","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 2022, my husband Dan produced a seven part documentary series called 'Walking The Wall'. This was a history series, all about Hadrian's Wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn each of the episodes Dan would walk a section of the wall, telling the story of the building of the wall and of the lives of the people that lived and worked there.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis inspired me to design something that would bring to mind the journey he went on. Dan loves to knit colourwork projects, so I set about designing, using one of his favourite yarns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Hadrian's Cowl features motifs inspired by Dan's walk - now immortalised in yarn!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cowl is knitted using 2 skeins of Regia Merino Yak 4ply\/fingering weight yarn is shades 07516 (Grass Green) and 07514 (Teal Meliert). 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It also has a ribbed element, so it makes for a well fitting sock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs I wan knitting these, the stitch pattern brought to mind those chilly days when you wake to look out onto a world coated in a sparkling frost. They make the perfect first lace pair of socks, but are equally as enjoyable for a more experienced knitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe socks feature a heel flap and gusset and my Umbrella Toe. 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Lotta loved making things, and sold her handmade teasures in the little town close to her cabin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShe decided to treat herself to a slice of almond cake fresh from the overn, and a pot of tea made with her favourite herbs. She then settled down in her cosy home, relishing the peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Flurry socks depict the snow falling around Lotta's home. The gently falling flakes, and the whirling snow whipped around by the wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe socks are worked top down, with a snug and cosy heel flap and gusset construction. 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Thank you !\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independent Designer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56736061489530,"sku":"UPID20155","price":4.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/3219\/4170\/files\/f5ddd5e2669f3fa40d5c7f46972057608b19ac50_UPID20155_172858476451974.jpg?v=1775747235"},{"product_id":"angel-hat-knitting-pattern-by-kay-jones","title":"Angel Hat","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis hat was designed during a very tough time for me and my family, and it was knit with you all in my mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring this time, we have had such a huge amount of support and love from all of you. I really wanted to do something to give a little back, and show you all just how much it has meant to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI named this the Angel Hat because you are all angels to us !\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hat is knit in an aran weight yarn but would work equally as well in a worsted weight. 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