Checkered Heart by Cat Thomas

Checkered Heart

Knitting
February 2014
DK (11 wpi) ?
US 5 - 3.75 mm
20 yards (18 m)
English

This pretty heart eases you into shaping in Fair Isle. For something extra special, add rose petals to the filling. Fasten a ribbon to hang in your workroom as a decoration, or slip in with your yarn for gorgeous, scented projects.

Tools and Materials:

Light worsted wool:

  • Cream: 10 yards (9m)
  • Fuchsia: 5 yards (4.5m)
  • Light Pink: 5 yards (4.5m)

Knitting needles: size 5 (3.75mm)

Polyester fiberfill

Optional:

  • Rose petals for stuffing
  • Ribbon for hanging
  • Button