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An Awesome Wedding Present!

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While playing around on the internet, looking for knitting patterns, admit it, you do that too, otherwise why would you be here??. Anyway, I came across this really pretty afghan. Composed of a number of different cable patterns, I think it would be perfect for a wedding present. From the Knit One, Purr Too Blog, here:  http://www.jenipurr.com/knitpurr-gallery/blankets/twining_trees_cabled_afghan.html

This creation is an example of what you can do with a little imagination and a stitch library! There are other pictures too, stop by and see.

Comments

  1. I came across this Richard Cabled Afghan 7 months ago when i learned how to knit..I printed it and its my inspiration for my very own first ever knitted blanket for my hubby.

    One of the links that jennipurr provides for the cables for the saxon braid does not work on her blog & being new to knitting i didnt know the difference between the ring cable on far left and right of her blanket or the saxon cable thats paneled next to ring cables.I tried letting her know that link is broken so fyi for those who try to click on it.You can google search saxon braid & get tons of free patterns. but WORD to the wise.. the only ring cable pattern i found online free was by Maureen Egan Emlet from ravelry and her chart for her ring cable is wrong (2 test swatches and 2 months later my knitting guru fixed the chart for me and my ring cable knitted up beautifully.. Thank God cause my heart was so set on that beautiful ring cable with the braid that runs through the center. The ring cable chart thats provided is wrong on every website from here to timbuck2.
    now im halfway done with my first panel of the Ring cable and I hope jennipurr knows what an inspiration her blanket was for me..its been my favorite. Ive only been knitting about 7 months but fell in love with cables and I hope my blanket turns out as pretty as hers. i even bought the same yarn she used “redheart” aran fleck. the afghan looks sorta greyish in the picture but the yarn is actually not grey at all but creamish with little bitty flecks of blue and burgundy..
    just wanted to share about the broken links,incorrect pattern and how awesome i think jennipurr is.
    have a great day all
    carolyne

Have you read?

Vintage Bed Socks Knitting Pattern – A Cozy Little Gift Project With Old-Fashioned Charm

There is something wonderfully nostalgic about a pair of handmade bed socks, isn’t there? They are practical, pretty, and just the sort of project that feels like it belongs beside a cup of tea, a good film, and a basket of wool that is pretending not to be overflowing.

This vintage Bed Socks knitting pattern is one of those sweet little patterns that still feels useful today. Originally from the Jaeger Hand-Knit Series No. 44, the design features a simple garter-stitch foot, a ribbed cuff, eyelet holes, a crochet chain tie, and little tassel-style pom-poms at the front. The original pattern even describes them as “a very acceptable present,” and honestly, I don’t think much has changed there.

These would make a lovely handmade gift for someone who is always cold, someone recovering or resting, or anyone who appreciates a bit of old-fashioned comfort. They would also be beautiful as a Mother’s Day gift, a winter birthday present, a Christmas stocking filler, or a “just because you deserve cozy feet” project.

The pattern itself is delightfully simple in construction. The socks are knitted flat, beginning at the lower edge, with the foot worked in garter stitch before moving into the ribbed upper section. The decorative eyelet row allows for a crochet chain cord to be threaded through, and the finishing tassels give the socks that charming vintage look. The top edge is finished with a row of double crochet, which adds a neat handmade touch.

The original measurements list the socks as approximately 10½ inches from the top to the lower edge of the heel, with a 9¾ inch foot length, and the pattern notes that the size can be adapted. As with many vintage knitting patterns, modern knitters will want to check gauge carefully and choose a soft yarn that feels comfortable against the skin. A cozy wool blend, soft acrylic, or washable yarn would all work depending on whether you are making these for everyday use or as a special gift.

I especially love that this pattern has that “giftable” quality without being a massive project. It is small enough to feel achievable, but still special enough that the finished pair looks thoughtful. And let’s be honest, handmade socks with pom-poms are always going to beat a last-minute candle from the supermarket.

The PDF version has been cleaned up and formatted for easier reading while keeping the original vintage design intact. It also includes a modern pink mockup image and the original vintage scan, so you get both the historical charm and a fresh idea of how the finished socks could look today.

If you enjoy vintage knitting patterns, cozy handmade gifts, or quick projects that feel useful rather than just decorative, this sweet little bed socks pattern is a lovely one to add to your collection.

You can find the Vintage Bed Socks Knitting Pattern PDF in the CraftGossip Etsy store.

For supplies, this is also a nice stash-friendly project. A soft yarn from Mary Maxim or Amazon would work well, and if you make pom-poms regularly, a small pom-pom maker is one of those inexpensive tools that saves a surprising amount of fiddling.