leslie friend

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Knitting: Vest
Hello Friend is worked top down on 4.5 mm / US 7 needles. First the top of the back is worked flat while shaping the shoulders and then the armholes. The back stitches are placed on hold while the front is worked. Stitches are then picked up on either side of the back shoulders while shaping the front neckline and then armholes. The two pieces ...
Knitting: Hot Water Bottle
This is a simple pattern that might teach you a new skill! It uses Judy’s Magic Cast on which I walk you through with a video tutorial. If you have made the Friend to Friend Shrug then you may have some Hue & Me sitting in your stash ready to be put to good use!
Knitting: Poncho
Friend to friend is worked bottom up in the round. Decreases help shape to fit the shoulders and neck. A purl column on each side gives the illusion of a seam.
Knitting: Sports Equipment
Although I don’t play golf (maybe someday), I have always been surrounded by golfers. My former husband played professional golf and we have raised our three children around the sport. All three love the game and one in particular has some pretty special talent. His nickname is “friendly”. When “friendly” asked me to knit a cover for his driver...
Knitting: Baby Blanket
The Best Friend Butterfly Blanket was born from a blanket my grandmother designed and gifted to many.
Knitting: Pullover
One Lovely Sweater was designed in order to add a little more interest to my wardrobe. The V-neck design adds versatility as it leaves the neck free (to breathe!) to add a pretty piece of jewelry or a beautiful scarf.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
This simple fingerless mitt pattern uses self striping yarn. It’s a one size for most women and uses approximately 225 yards of sock yarn. Making it a great knit to use up all those leftover balls you have in your stash! I love the trench coat color way from turtle purl, however any fingering weight yarn will work!
Knitting: Cowl
This cowl is knit flat and pieced together to form a unique piece that plays with color movement. It’s completely reversible and can be worn to show both colors or a solid color you prefer depending on your mood! The only new skills a beginner knitter may need, would be to learn the provisional cast on and the kitchener stitch. I intended for t...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Hi! This pattern is a combination of the popular “TOAST” and “those mitts” pattern. It’s made out of Lion Brand Wool Ease because I like to be able to wash and dry my mitts. And since these are a pair I like to wear a lot, they end up in the washing machine a lot. But feel free to make out of your favorite worsted weight yarn! It’s a one size p...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
A modern twist to a knitters favorite; toast. A little stitch definition to dress up your days. I like them worn long, but repeat the stitch pattern as few or many times as you would like!
Knitting: Pullover
This pattern was written by my sweet mom, Barbara. We nicknamed her Barbie Lou. All of my children, my sisters children and my friends children have owned and worn the Barbie Lou. Available in either a 3-6 month size or a 12 month size. Seriously sweet for your little ones. Both sweet baby boys AND sweet baby girls.
Knitting: Cowl
Hi! This pattern should be fun… but can be a bit tricky. Follow the pattern exactly as it is written. Sometimes our mind plays tricks on us! :)
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Scarlet and Gray are striped fingerless mitts made to show off your favorite team or school. Change the colors to represent the school or team of your liking! Or maybe just your favorite colors! You will only use 1/2 of each color skein if using 2 colors. Add colors for fun! Shown in size small.
Knitting: Poncho
This is a simple one piece knit with minimal finishing. The yarn is important to acquire proper drape. The crochet edge can be omitted, however, it does add a bit of finishing to the piece. It can be worn 3 ways. Asymmetrical, seam down the back or inside out and seam down the front.
Knitting: Cardigan
I made this pattern for my sweet girl when she was 10. I think it would actually fit most 8-12 year old girls. That way you can get a few more years out of your beautiful knit! Please email me with any questions. xx, leslie
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Knitting: Cuffs
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves