Leaf is inspired by the natural shape of a pointed tree leaf. Knit using a yarn cake of fall colors in squishy garter stitch, Leaf is a relaxing knit for any knitter. Leaf is worked starting at the tip and working toward the stem using slipped stitches to make the leaf’s midrib and veins. Leaf would look equally stunning knit using a gradual gradient yarn or even a single color.

Difficulty: Beginner/ Advanced beginner

Techniques: Garter stitch, slipped stitches, Center Double Decrease (called Mid Rib here), basic increasing & decreasing

Dimensions:
Length: 60”/152.4 cm
Width: 13”/33 cm

Gauge: Gauge is not critical for this project. 20 stitches and 38 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch after blocking.

Needles: US 7/4.5 mm circular needle for working flat, or straight needles. Or size needed to get gauge.

Notions: 4 pair (8) stitch markers.

Yarn: 590 yards/ 150g DK weight (shown using 530 yards of Lion Brand Cupcake/ “Sunny Day”