little darlings knitting pattern | Cindy Rice Designs

I’ve been hard at work the last two days trying to get these two designs into pattern form for all of you knitters. And I did it! I’ve completed them just in time so that you have something fun to do during your holiday downtime.

When all of the holiday work is done you can relax in front of the fireplace with a cup of tea or cocoa or coffee, a plate of cookies, and knit your Little Darling cute winter wear. If your weather has been anything like ours she’ll need it.

LD eyelet capelet pattern p1

LD headband earwarmer pattern p1

You’ll find both of these patterns to be a quick knit, especially the headband earwarmer. And if you have more than one Little Darling, you can make each of them a winter set.

The patterns are for sale on Ravelry. Click on the “Shop Patterns” tab.

Who is it for? Hmm… okay, I’ll finally tell. You’ve all waited long enough. Sorry for the delay. I think I set a record for the number of edits in a pattern.

I read ALL of my blog, Facebook, and email comments, and the #1 request was for a Little Darlings pattern, so that is who got the first pattern. It is a very simple sweater pattern which I titled “Classic Cardigan”. It is knit with fingering weight wool which is not too fine; in fact it’s just right for a wooly fall sweater. I have included instructions for three sleeve lengths too.

I think this pattern is a good starting point for all of you who know how to knit, but are still new to the craft. (Those of you who are more advanced probably won’t have any problems skipping over the extra instructions.) If you know how to knit, I believe you can follow my pattern. Any stitches that you aren’t familiar with can be found on You Tube.

This pattern is the perfect “canvas” for embroidery and applique. I included my Ten Tips for Embroidery on Hand Knits along with some photos for inspiration too.

AG cardi pattern p1