Knitting: Putting the 'art' back into Pop Tarts
I haven't eaten a Pop Tart without nausea since I was about 12, but that doesn't stop my mouth watering at the sight of this simply delicious crochet rendition of one from the very talented Bittersweet. I particularly like the very realistic-looking sprinkles.
But it's not just pretty - it's useful too, as it's designed to keep your cellphone nice and cozy. Follow the jump for instructions on how to "bake" your own.
[Via Bittersweet]
Here's what you need to do:
With US size 5 straight needles and tan worsted weight yarn, CO 15 sts
Beginning with a k row, knit in st st for 42 rows
K2 sts in tan, switch to pink yarn and k11 sts, switch back to tan for the remaining 2 sts
Repeat this color scheme in st st for 25 rows
Starting with a p row, switch back to using only tan yarn, and knit in st st for an additional 5 rows
To assemble, fold your long rectangle in half and sew up the two longest sides using a whip stitch. Embroider rainbow-colored bugle beads for sprinkles onto the pink area, or get creative – Try different decorations like embroidering squiggles for contrasting icing, or interesting beads for shaped sprinkles! With different colors and materials, the possibilities are endless! For extra security, sew a small snap onto the inside at the very top of the pouch, to prevent your phone from falling out.
Hi there, I'm really happy to share my pattern which is why I posted it for free on my blog, but I would really appreciate it if you didn't reprint it in full here. If you could just include a link to the pattern on my site, it will really make a world of difference to me. Thank you!
Posted by: Hannah | July 13, 2007 11:56 PM