Each year in early November I reflect back on all I have learned and accomplished since I started with just one little Christmas ornament pattern. I am so appreciative of the interest in my knitting designs and all the purchases of my patterns. Thank you so much!
My first knitting pattern that I published in November 2013 was a mini sweater ornament. This design perfectly represents how I feel...both now and when I first started...having pursued this creative endeavor that I absolutely love!
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| Mini Sweater Ornament - My first knitting pattern! |
Designing knitting patterns has brought so much joy to me....I love every step of the process...coming up with a new idea, selecting the yarn and color, knitting the project, finishing the last steps of the project, photographing the finished design (lots of photos and lots of editing!), writing the instructions, learning how to navigate several websites where I publish my patterns, helping knitters when they need assistance, seeing photos of customers' finished projects on Ravelry and Instagram (that always makes my day!)...and always looking forward to the next project.
TOP 10!
Before I get back to work on my next knitting design...I thought it would be fun to take a look at the "Top 10" knitting patterns in my collection of 43 knitting patterns I have published in the last four years.
This top 10 list is based on customer purchases on Ravelry, Etsy, and LoveKnitting.
This list does not include my "always free" knitting patterns.
This is the first time I have compiled the number of sales by pattern design across each of the four websites. It's fun to see which patterns are my customer's favorites!
#1 Best Selling Knitting Pattern: Third Street Blanket
Running away with first place is my Third Street Blanket! The Third Street Blanket has been my top selling pattern every month since I published the design in September 2016.
This blanket is easy to knit with super bulky yarn. I used Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in the lovely shade of 'Glacier'. I updated the pattern this year to include instructions for six sizes...there's directions for every size from a little baby blanket up to an XXL afghan.
Read more about the Third Street Blanket on my blog post.
Third Street Blanket knitting pattern is available on Ravelry and Etsy.
#2 : Over the Rooftops blanket knitting pattern
I published my Over the Rooftops blanket knitting pattern in January 2017. I was completely bowled over by the enthusiastic response to this design!
This chunky blanket is fun to knit and it is so cozy! I used Lion Brand Hometown super bulky yarn in 'Dallas Grey' for this design. Read more about the pattern here on my blog.
#3: Westport Blanket
The Westport Blanket is knit with super bulky yarn so it's quick to knit. I love the chunky texture of this blanket! I used Lion Brand Hometown USA in 'Dallas Grey'...one of my favorites shades in this yarn that includes so many color choices.
The pattern includes instructions for five blanket sizes. Read more about the pattern here on my blog.
#4: Summer Sidewalk blanket
TOP 10!
Before I get back to work on my next knitting design...I thought it would be fun to take a look at the "Top 10" knitting patterns in my collection of 43 knitting patterns I have published in the last four years.
This top 10 list is based on customer purchases on Ravelry, Etsy, and LoveKnitting.
This list does not include my "always free" knitting patterns.
This is the first time I have compiled the number of sales by pattern design across each of the four websites. It's fun to see which patterns are my customer's favorites!
#1 Best Selling Knitting Pattern: Third Street Blanket
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| Third Street Blanket - My Best Selling Knitting Pattern! |
This blanket is easy to knit with super bulky yarn. I used Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in the lovely shade of 'Glacier'. I updated the pattern this year to include instructions for six sizes...there's directions for every size from a little baby blanket up to an XXL afghan.
Read more about the Third Street Blanket on my blog post.
Third Street Blanket knitting pattern is available on Ravelry and Etsy.
#2 : Over the Rooftops blanket knitting pattern
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| Over the Rooftops - Chunky Blanket Knitting Pattern |
This chunky blanket is fun to knit and it is so cozy! I used Lion Brand Hometown super bulky yarn in 'Dallas Grey' for this design. Read more about the pattern here on my blog.
#3: Westport Blanket
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| Westport Blanket Knitting Pattern - Easy to knit! |
The pattern includes instructions for five blanket sizes. Read more about the pattern here on my blog.
#4: Summer Sidewalk blanket
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| Summer Sidewalk - Blanket Knitting Pattern |
Summer Sidewalk is the most recently published pattern in my 'Top 10' list! I published this pattern in March 2017.
This blanket is very easy to knit with DK, worsted...or similar...weight yarn. This is a great pattern for a confident beginning knitter!
The pattern includes instructions for five blanket sizes. Read more about the pattern here on my blog.
#5: Stones in the Road blanket
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| Stones in the Road - Blanket Knitting Pattern |
Stones in the Road blanket is fun to knit with super bulky yarn. I used Loops & Threads Cozy Wool from Michael's.
The design includes a seed stitch border and matching seed stitch "stripes" for the center design. Read more about the Stones in the Road pattern on my blog.
#6: Brookside Blanket
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| Brookside Blanket - Afghan Knitting Pattern |
The Brookside Blanket is named for the neighborhood where I grew up in Kansas City, Missouri. This was my fourth blanket design and it quickly became quite popular with knitters!
In October 2017, I updated the Brookside Blanket pattern to include instructions for six blanket sizes. Read more about this knitting pattern on my blog.
#7: Felt Applique Mitten Christmas Ornament
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| Felt Applique Mitten Christmas Ornament - knitting pattern |
This little mini-mitten felt applique ornament pattern was my second published knitting pattern back in November 2013!
I updated the pattern in January 2016 to add more felt applique options including letters and numbers. I love knitting these little mittens and stitching on felt designs to make each little mitten unique. Click to read more about this pattern here on my blog.
#8: Where the Sidewalk Ends blanket knitting pattern
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| Where the Sidewalk Ends - Easy Blanket Knitting Pattern |
Where the Sidewalk Ends blanket is very quick and easy to knit! I love the simple, chunky, striped texture of this design. And...the bright white yarn adds to the modern design. This yarn is Lion Brand Hometown in 'New York White'. Read more about this pattern here on my blog.
For a light weight version of this design, see my Summer Sidewalk blanket pattern at #4 above.
#9: Belleview Blanket
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| Belleview Blanket knitting pattern for super bulky yarn |
The Belleview Blanket is designed for super bulky yarn. It was my 5th blanket design. Read more about the Belleview Blanket knitting pattern on my blog.
This year, I was thrilled when Lion Brand Yarn asked if they could use this design to offer a knitting kit for sale on their website! The kit includes the pattern and enough yarn to make a large throw using Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in the color 'Glacier'...as shown in the photo above.
#10: The Parkway Pillow
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| The Parkway Pillow knitting pattern |
I published The Parkway Pillow knitting pattern in April 2014. It's very easy to knit with super bulky yarn. Read more about this pattern and the name for this Kansas City inspired design on my blog.
Most Popular Free Knitting Pattern
And....my 'Top 10' list would not be complete without acknowledging my most popular free knitting pattern...The Boulevard Blanket.
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| The Boulevard Blanket knitting pattern for super bulky yarn. |
As of November 2017, The Boulevard Blanket knitting pattern has been downloaded a total of over 20,000 times on Ravelry and LoveKnitting! I'm so happy that knitters have enjoyed using this pattern!
2023 UPDATE: Click here to download the updated PDF file of The Boulevard Blanket knitting pattern.
Thanks so much!
Thank you so much for your interest in my knitting designs! I have learned so much in four years...I learn new things every day! Your interest in my designs...by purchasing my patterns, and reading my blog...helps make me curious and excited to create new knitting designs. I am really excited about working on new designs in the coming months and years.
It's a beautiful fall day here in Kansas City. The trees have turned beautiful shades of yellow, orange and red...Mother Nature is really showing off! Hope you have a great day!
Happy knitting!
Mary Lee
Fifty Four Ten Studio
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