Snowflakes were one of the things I really enjoyed making when I crocheted. However, I have neurological problems with my hands (mostly the left one) that has severely limited my ability to crochet. That is the primary reason that I started loom knitting about two years ago. Sadly, one of the first things I noticed is there is not a lot of knitted snowflake patterns available, so I thought I might as well create a few for the looms.My first experiments with knitted snowflakes are outlined in a previous blog post, Snowflakes on the loom. Last year, I designed another snowflake pattern discussed in Loom knit snowflakes, a lesson in I-cord bind off. This year I decided (for now at least) to keep it simple with a little Short Row Snowflake.
The current snowflake is very basic, but it has many possibilities. The design can take on a whole new look just by relocating the points on the short rows, or by working a YO (yarn over) into the design to create a lacey look. The pattern is listed in my Pattern Box or by clicking here. If you decide to experiment with this basic pattern, be sure and let me see what you come up with.
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Thanks for the pattern Brenda! I think this would make a very beautiful shawl if pieced together. It'll take me awhile, but I'll plug away at it and get you a pic when I am done.
Pretty snowflake, Brenda! Short row shaping comes in pretty handy, doesn't it? Have a great day!
I just signed up on Loom Class. I really want to learn your i-cord ornaments. Is there a way I can do that??
Martha
Hey Martha,
My ornament classes have ended on LoomClass, but I'll be happy to help you with any questions you might have regarding the I-cord ornaments. Just email me: loomlady at earthlink dot net.
I tried to download and it said something was wrong with it
Hey Amber,
I'm sorry you are having problems; however, I just checked the Shortrow Snowflake PDF link and it worked fine for me. Sometimes if you right-click the Box.net PDF link and select "Save Target As..." it will download the file easier. Just remember where you downloaded the file so you can go back and open it later.
If you still have problems, email me (loomlady dot earthlink dot net)and I'll send the pattern as an attachment.
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