Hi Folks!

Thanks for checking out the Fallen Maple! This decorative knitted maple leaf comes in three sizes and is a great Autumn-themed project. The leaf is knit in sections and sewn together at the end. It is comprised entirely of two-stitch cables, giving it a lovely thickness and making it ideal for textured accent pieces. Although it can prove a little challenging at first, the format is easy to pick up, and the finished product is absolutely worth the effort.

Here’s a quick summary of the pattern based on the original samples:

Dimensions and Yarn Requirements:
Small leaf:
-- 4.5 in (11.5 cm) tall
-- 5 in (12.5 cm) wide
-- 25 yds (23 m) of fingering-weight yarn
Medium leaf:
-- 8.5 in (21.5 cm) tall
-- 9.5 in (24 cm) wide
-- 60 yds (55 m) of fingering-weight yarn
Large leaf:
-- 12.5 in (32 cm) tall
-- 14 in (35.5 cm) wide
-- 130 yds (120 m) of fingering-weight yarn

Needles:
-- 3.25 mm (US 3) circular or straight needles

Other Materials:
-- Removeable stitch markers (at least 2)
-- Tapestry needle to seam sections together and weave in ends
-- Cable needle (optional)

Gauge:
A specific gauge is not required for this pattern as the leaves are composed entirely of two-stitch cables and slipped stitches. Additionally, each leaf can be blocked to the desired shape.

Types of Instructions:
-- Written
-- Please note that true, standardized charts are not currently included in this pattern. Simplified charts for the maple leaves have been included for reference purposes.

Techniques Used:
-- Knitting flat
-- Cabling
-- Slipped stitches
-- Seaming
-- Short rows
-- I-cord
-- Increases / decreases

Also, I’d like to extend a huge thank you Fallen Maple’s test knitters Darren and Joan! Check out their awesome projects for additional inspiration.

Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Reach out! I’ll do my best to respond back as quickly as I can.