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Giveaway: 60 Quick Cotton Knits

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60 quick cotton knits review

MaryBeth is the winner.

It’s the season for knitting with cotton in the Northern Hemisphere, so this week I’m giving away a book that will help you do just that.

60 Quick Cotton Knits aims to include patterns knit with 100 % cotton yarn that you can use all year, but of course it leans heavily on things you can knit, wear and use during the summer months (or however long it is warm where you live).

There are tops, scarves, shawls, mitts and more in lots of skill levels, and though the patterns all call for Cascade brand cotton yarns, you can use whatever cotton yarn you might have in your stash that has been waiting for the perfect project.

If you’d like a chance to win this book, comment on this post before the end of the day Sunday, May 1. I’d love to know if you knit through the summer or take a break when the weather gets hot. As you might imagine, I knit pretty much all the time.

Thanks for visiting, commenting and sharing, and good luck!

This free pattern uses cotton yarn. Check out Lion brands new Re-Up Yarn
Lion Brand’s new recycled cotton, gives knitters and crocheters another reason to love working with cotton. It’s eco-friendly! It takes, on average, 20,000 liters of water to make 1 kilogram of cotton. By using one 70 gram ball of Re-Up you are saving 1,400 liters of water. So try Re-Up for your next cotton project: you’re going to love how it feels to work with and how it feels to help save the planet while doing the craft you love.  You can learn more about it here on this video below.
https://youtu.be/SP1e_baGcJs

Comments

  4. I knit sometimes, but since I hate hot weather I keep myself cold with a fan, so it helps 😉

  7. Looks like an interesting book. I also knit year round, but haven’t had great luck knitting wearable items with cotton. I might be choosing patterns that aren’t appropriate to the yarn.

  8. I knit everyday….I always have one project or two, or three going at all times.
    Thanks for the giveaway.

  9. I knit year round – something everyday, even if it’s just a row or two. I live in S. CA and a book filled with ideas and patterns for cotton yarn sounds terrific!

  10. There is no resting in knitting! Knit every single day–at least a row or two. Big wool afghans in winter and little bits of toys and dishcloths in summer.

    from ‘neath the bright blue skies of VT,
    the Vermonster

  11. I knit everyday…I always have something going whether it’s something easy to take in the car or a more involved project…I can’t imagine a day without knitting…thanks for the chance to win!

  12. How generous an offer! Like most commentors, I knit all the time and just seek out AC or a fan when I get too warm!

  16. I knit so much that I gave myself carpal tunnel syndrome and both surgeries are scheduled this summer. So, maybe no one is as obsessed with knitting as I am but beware that you can get carpal tunnel from knitting. One might think I should get a life beyond a ball of yarn & some needles…..nah, I don’t think so either!

  17. I would love to win. I have been looking for a nice scarf and/or shawl pattern to make for a very good friend. This book would be a great one to try.

  20. Since I’m susceptible to air-conditioning, cool breezes, and the cold in general, due to health issues, I knit all year-round, and the size of the project has never been a problem!! The book that you’re showing looks like a lot of fun, and the sweater on the cover looks especially perky!! I can’t wait to have a look inside, and see all of the other goodies I can make!! Thank you so much for a chance to win such a fun book to usher in Spring and Summer!!

  21. I do knit through the summer, but mostly gifts for Christmas or fall. I have never knit something that I could wear in the warmer months. That sounds intriguing.

  22. I knit every day. I always have several projects going. In summer, I usually try to work on smaller projects, or use cotton yarns but I live in A/c, so it really doesn’t matter! Would love to have this book. Pick me! Pick ME!

  24. I have recently resumed knitting…I have been knitting for 60+ years..decided a need a rest…now am looking forward to starting again. Winning would certainly be an incentive.
    Thank you

  25. it varies when I knit,depending on the things I want to make,however I am more prolific with knitting in the winter

  30. I always have a project (or 4 or 5) on the go year round. One can never have too many patterns. 🙂 Would love to have this book….thanks for the chance.

  31. San Francisco is accused of not having any seasons, or of going through all four seasons in a 24 hour period. Whatever truth is, I don’t let the weather affect my knitting. One of my favorite scarves from when I was just learning to knit is cotton. I loved the feel of it, and got more cotton to work with.

    Next was the project that was meant for a fairly stretchy wool, but I used cotton – not good at all. That was before I read about how knitting with cotton is so very different from wool, and that got nervous. Then my third cotton project never stopped bleeding, and I got scared off completely for quite a while.

    I still don’t knit as much cotton as wool, but I have quite a lot of cotton yarn. This book has lots of patterns I’d like to make, and top on my list is the colorwork Checkered Wristers.
    KittenWhiplash on rav.

  32. I knit a lot throughout the year….but I rarely wear what I knit….not sure why LOL!

  36. I knit all year long too and would like to expand my collection of cotton patterns. Thank you for the chance to win this book.

  38. Cotton yarn is my favourite type of yarn, it would be great to have a collection of projects to go to any time.

  39. I knit whenever the fancy takes me, but the only thing I have ever knitted with cotton is dishcloths, so it would be interesting to try something more ambitious

  41. Hello 🙂 I continue knitting and crocheting all year long, how else can i get all those toys made for the grands??? lol Right now I have a demand for sheep!

Have you read?

8 Knitted Crown Patterns for Children and Adults

There is something rather wonderful about a knitted crown. It takes a little yarn, a few pointed peaks and suddenly someone is in charge of the birthday cake. Whether they should be trusted with that responsibility is another matter entirely.

I love small knitting projects that invite a bit of fun, and these knitted crown patterns have plenty of possibilities. Make one for a grandchild’s dress-up basket, start a handmade birthday tradition, or knit matching crowns for a family celebration. And yes, there are adult sizes too, because being the person who organised the food should surely come with some royal privileges.

A soft knitted crown also makes a lovely alternative to a cardboard party crown. You can choose a favourite colour, coordinate it with a costume, or make something special enough to bring out year after year. Mustard yellow has that classic storybook look, but dusty pink, forest green and jewel-toned purple would be beautiful too.

These crown knitting patterns include children’s and adult options, along with designs that can be adjusted to fit. Some are worked flat and seamed, while others use circular knitting techniques, so there is a nice mix depending on what you enjoy making.

Our Free Knitted Crown Pattern for Kids and Adults

Start with our own free knitted crown pattern for kids and adults on CraftBits. It’s a lovely starting point for a handmade birthday crown or an addition to the family dress-up collection, with children and grownups both invited to join the royal household. I would choose a colour the wearer already loves—there is no rule saying every crown has to be gold.

Sheep & Stitch Crown: An Adjustable Design with a Video Tutorial

The knit crown pattern from Sheep & Stitch uses worsted-weight yarn and straight needles, with a video tutorial to help you follow along. You repeat the pointed sections until the crown fits, then join the ends, making this a useful option for children or adults without relying entirely on an age label. I especially like the video support for knitters who prefer seeing the shaping happen before trying it themselves.

Jubilee Crown Headband: Baby Through Adult Sizes

Marianna’s Jubilee Crown Headband is a free DK-weight design with baby, child, teen and adult size options. It’s described as quick and easy, making it an appealing choice when someone announces they need a costume rather closer to the event than you would have preferred. I would keep the smallest versions simple and let the yarn colour provide the decoration.

Hobbii Knitted Crown: A Cosy Ribbed Headband

The free Knitted Crown Headband from Hobbii, designed by Katharina Müller of My Favourite Stitches, combines a ribbed band with crown points. It includes baby, child and adult sizes and is knitted in the round with two yarns held together. This is the one I would look at for a crown that doubles as a playful ear warmer—very useful when your little royal insists on wearing their costume outside.

Elegant Knit Crown: Two Stretchy Size Options

Kathryn Andrews’ Elegant Knit Crown is a free Ravelry download with a small toddler/child size and a large teen/adult size. Worked from the top down in worsted-weight yarn, it uses a small amount of yarn and relies on stretchy edges to accommodate a range of heads. It’s a handy option for using a treasured leftover colour that isn’t quite enough for a hat.

Simple Knitted Crown: A Grownup Birthday Crown

Nicky Barfoot’s Simple Knitted Crown is a free DK-weight pattern with seven points and an adult-sized fit. The listed finished circumference is 50 cm, designed to stretch to a 55 cm head, so check that measurement before choosing it as a gift. I like this option for a grownup birthday celebration, especially in a beautiful cotton yarn that lets the shape take centre stage.

Crowning Glory: A Flat-Knitted Crown for the Family

The free Crowning Glory pattern by MrsMeeseMakes is knitted flat and seamed, with the circumference adjusted through the number of points you make. The designer gives guidance for baby, toddler, child, teenager and adult versions, making it a flexible choice for a family set. This would be my pick if you enjoy straight-needle projects and want to check the length as you go.

Paintbox Yarns Party Crown: Child and Adult Versions

The free Paintbox Yarns Party Crown uses aran-weight yarn and includes separate child and adult instructions. The listed finished circumferences are 44 cm and 50 cm, and the pattern is rated intermediate. I would make a coordinated pair in different colours for a birthday child and their favourite grownup—matching enough for photographs, but easy to tell apart when the party gets busy.

Choosing the Right Size for a Knitted Crown

Measure around the wearer’s head where the crown will sit, then compare that measurement with the pattern’s sizing notes. A finished knitted circumference may be smaller than the intended head measurement because the fabric stretches; that is different from choosing a size that is simply too small.

For an adjustable design, check the fit before sewing the ends together. You want the crown to stay put comfortably, especially if its owner plans to spend the afternoon dancing, running or issuing important instructions to the dog.

Yarn choice matters too. A springy wool blend and a smooth cotton can behave quite differently, even when both carry the same yarn-weight label. Follow the pattern’s tension guidance and think about how the finished crown will be washed.

Make It a Birthday Tradition

My favourite idea is to knit a crown that comes out every birthday. Choose a colour that will grow with its wearer, tuck it away with the birthday candles, and let it become one of those small family things everyone remembers.

For children’s crowns, stitched details are a lovely way to personalise the design without adding loose decorations. A little embroidered initial or a few contrasting stitches can make a simple crown feel very much their own.

And if you happen to knit yourself one while making the children’s versions, I think that is entirely reasonable. Someone has to supervise the kingdom—and keep an eye on the cake.