Product Description
This Capital letter 'Q' blanket square is part of my complete A-Z set of capital letter squares. This simple square is an ideal project for a beginner as it is very quick & easy to knit and then duplicate stitch embroider (UK Swiss Darn) with the capital letter. The instructions are given for a 6x6inch(15x15cms) square in Aran (worsted weight), 5x5inch(12.5x12.5cms) square in DK (sport weight) & 4x4inch(10x10cms) square in 4Ply (fingering weight) The Complete A-Z Capitals pattern compilation of squares ebook is available for purchase on loveknitting (see separate listing) at a discounted rate of £8.75 plus VAT
Capital 'Q' Knitted Alphabet Square by Fiona Kelly
Project Overview
This knitted alphabet square features a capital 'Q' letter design and is part of a series of instructional knitting projects. The design is ideal for crafters looking to combine basic knitting with decorative embroidery techniques. The square can be worked in three different yarn weights, allowing customization based on skill level and desired finished size.
What Is Being Made
A single decorative knitted square featuring an embroidered capital letter 'Q'. The finished piece serves as a standalone alphabet block or can be incorporated into larger projects such as blankets, cushions, or wall hangings. Three size options are available depending on yarn weight selection.
Knitting Techniques Used
This project employs fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. After completing the base square using basic knit stitches, the design incorporates duplicate stitch embroidery, also known as Swiss Darn in UK terminology. This embroidery technique allows the capital 'Q' to be added after the knitting is complete, using a contrasting yarn color to create the letter design on the finished square.
Stitches Used
The project utilizes basic knit stitches to construct the foundation square. The letter detail is created through duplicate stitch embroidery, which mimics the appearance of knitted stitches by working yarn through existing loops on the finished fabric.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
Three yarn weight options are provided, each producing a different finished square size:
- Aran (Worsted) Weight Option: 20g main color yarn, 5g contrast color yarn, 4mm knitting needles, finished square 6 x 6 inches (15 x 15 centimeters)
- Double Knitting (Sport) Weight Option: 12g main color yarn, 5g contrast color yarn, 3.5mm knitting needles, finished square 5 x 5 inches (12.5 x 12.5 centimeters)
- 4Ply (Fingering) Weight Option: 8g main color yarn, 5g contrast color yarn, 3mm knitting needles, finished square 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 centimeters)
All yarn options specify cotton or similar fiber content. A bodkin or blunt-ended darning needle is required for the duplicate stitch embroidery work.
Difficulty Level
Classified as an intermediate project, this design assumes basic knitting proficiency while introducing embroidery embellishment techniques. The straightforward square construction combined with the decorative duplicate stitch application makes it an accessible introduction to combining knitting with surface embroidery.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Pages: | 2 |
| Designer: | Fiona Kelly |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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