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Cherry Blossoms Knitted Felted Purse

Hint of History Knitting Pattern #k02

An easy knitted felted purse pattern with a cherry branch embroidered on the bag and then felted in! The bag is knit in one piece, embroidered, and then thrown in the washing machine to shrink. Snap or magnetic closure.


File size: 2.16 MB
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Easy Lace Half Circle Shawl with Ruffled Edging

Hint of History Knitting Pattern #k01

This shawl combines two great features: elegance of appearance and simplicity of construction. Even a beginning knitter can handle this yarn-over based lace pattern. Since the shawl is knit on large needles, it can be finished in a few afternoons.


File size: 0.38 MB
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