Patterns by Jackie Erickson-Schweitzer
of HeartStrings Fiber Arts

You'll want to curl up under this beautiful blanket

Lacie Blankie  $7.50

Warm Hearts Comfortghan

From the Comfort Collection, this afghan or lap blanket will warm someone's heart.  Snuggly small blanket in a "warm hearts" theme A comfort to knit and to receive.

A bonus is that the stitch pattern is different yet pleasing on both sides -- it's like getting two blankets for the effort of making one!

44 ½" x 52". 1250 yards worsted weight yarn. 4 stitches/inch over stitch pattern, size US 9 / 5.5 mm needles suggested. 44 ½" x 52". 1250 yards worsted weight yarn. 4 stitches/inch over stitch pattern, size US 9 / 5.5 mm needles suggested.

Warm Hearts Comfortghan    $5.00

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Ethereal Fichu  a triangular wrap

This sheer Victorian-style shoulder wrap features a geometric lace that transitions in scale along the length to give a slight concave shape to the basic triangle.

Start at the point of the triangle and increase to the widest point, creating a pretty pointed edge along the sides of the triangle.

A coordinating edging is worked sideways to bind off and complete your project at the top.

Triangular shape 42" deep and 56" - 60" wide. 475 - 500 yards laceweight yarn, approx 2 oz, 4 stitches/inch, size US 6 / 4.0 mm needles suggested. Charted and written instructions.

Ethereal Fichu  $6.00

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Lace leaves two patterns in one
Knit one or both of these companion scarves featuring interlinked lace leaves.

The narrow version is knitted from end to end in one piece. It makes up quickly, too.

The longer wider version of Lace Leaves Scarf has shaped ends and is knitted in two pieces, then joined at the middle by an easy method that does not require grafting. The resulting seam is invisible to all but the most discerning eye.

• narrow rectangular scarf; finished size 44" by 6"; 150 yards fingering weight yarn
  
• scarf with shaped ends; finished size 72" by 10"; 400 yards fingering weight yarn
  
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Lace Leaves  $6.00

Elemental Changes Shetland Stole or Scarf
two patterns in one
This pattern features three traditional Shetland lace motifs.  Changes in sequence of these patterns creates a complex design.

Stitch instructions are both charted and written out. Recommended for experienced lace knitters and confident intermediates only. .

Instructions are included for a small delicate scarf and for stoles in 3 widths. All are made in one piece from end to end with edging knitted as you go.

The small scarf can be used as a practice piece before attempting the larger projects

4 sizes: Small delicate scarf through extra-wide stole: 7" x 42" through 25" x 78".

Allow 185 - 1125 yards of lace weight yarn. 20 stitches and 25 rows per 4 inches finished blocked gauge over center section stitch patterns; size US 5 /3.75 mm needles suggested.

Clearly written & charted instructions.  Recommended for experienced lace knitters.

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Elemental Changes  $6.00

Troika Wrap-Around Faroese Shawl
A wonderfully simple and fun shawl that is shaped like a giant
butterfly. Knitted in a "3-ball" garter stitch technique from the
top-down, this is a great pattern for using a mix of novelty and "stash" yarns.

Shaping is done with simple yarn overs, and creates the traditional Faroese-style shawl with center back panel, side front panels, and shaped shoulders.

The elongated front panels allow you to wear this shawl in lots of ways, including tied around the back.

Troika Faroese Shawl    $5.00

Oak Leaf Pattern
This pretty motif in lace has many uses and is fun to knit.  Make it as an appliqué, or use it for a small doily or bookmark.

Run several together along the edge of a scarf, points of a collar, or use it as a decorative pin for your favorite jacket or coat.

Shown in size 5 perle cotton on size US 3 needles
for a finished size of 6" by 4" excluding the stem. Charted instructions    $5.00

Oak Leaf   $5.00