Schnapps-isms: Wise Words & Knitting Patterns

Schnapps was a very wise, kind and talented boy.  His last 5 hat patterns have been put into a book that includes several pages of photos and 'Schnapps-isms'.  He taught us so much in the short time he was here and we will always strive to match his happiness, bravery, generosity and creativity.

No one could ever replace Schnapps and he will ALWAYS be our mascot and design inspiration.  He will live on in the hearts of all of us and I've been told that his legacy will inspire generations to come.  We all must keep making a difference, with hugs, hope and love.

An early reviewer said: 

"Robin Agar-Celli and her beloved Schnapps have brought together the essence of excellence in day to day living and lovingly designed knitted hats. The wonderful photos in this Kindle version bring back warm memories of a special canine buddy and highlight the inspirational philosophy of Robin Agar-Celli and the Delaware Head Huggers. The hat patterns are clearly written with an attractive presentation. Directions for multiple yarn weights add versatility to each pattern. This is a very nice addition to my library."

Each pattern includes instructions for all yarn weights.

The book is called "Schnapps-isms:  Wise Words and Knitting Patterns and it is available as a paperback or a Kindle e-book from Amazon.  It can be purchased here.  Other pattern books are available there as well.

Since not everyone may want to have all the photos, we have also put the e-book, with patterns only in our Ravelry store.  It can be found here.  Schnapps-isms is also available, patterns only in our Craftsy store, found here.

The patterns included are:

Legacy

A-Maze

Space Invaders

Jacks

Love Swirls

If you're not a fan of Delaware Head Huggers yet, stop by and "Like" our Facebook page.  Help us name the patterns and see all the beautiful hats that are donated.  Stop by Kozy Kovers for Kids Facebook page too!  We welcome everyone to join us.  Stop by and say hello.  You can always reach  me at robin@delawareheadhuggers.org too!

Scrimmage Stitches!

Schnapps has put together the latest Football Sunday e-book. These hats were all made to be knit in a short amount of time - you've got plenty of time to whip up a couple before Christmas! 

Trying to keep up with the high demand for chemo caps means we look for cute, stylish patterns that work up quickly.   These patterns are all fairly simple, but interesting enough to keep you from getting bored.

 This e-book is a compilation of 15 hat patterns designed for Delaware Head Huggers. Along with 3 never before published patterns, there are 12 patterns found on the blog, Knitting with Schnapps. Patterns vary in complexity, so there is something for everyone. All patterns include information for knitting them in super-bulky, chunky, worsted and sport weight yarn. 100% of all sales go into supporting Delaware Head Huggers and helping to pay for shipping and supply costs. Delaware Head Huggers makes, collects and donates chemo caps to people throughout the USA undergoing cancer treatment. More info can be found at www.delawareheadhuggers.org

Here are the never before published patterns!

Illumination

Triple Ripples

Ribbed Tweed

The other patterns in this book are:

Love Under Wraps

Amethyst Array

Dandelion Twist

Pebbles on the Path

Ribbons and Bows

Pumpkin Spice

Licorice Twist

Twinkling

Urban Night

Tranquil Waves

Ribbon Candy

Zephyrean

If you're not a fan of Delaware Head Huggers yet, stop by and "Like" our Facebook page.  Help us name the patterns and see all the beautiful hats that are donated.  Stop by Kozy Kovers for Kids Facebook page too!  We welcome everyone to join us.  Stop by and say hello.  You can always reach Schnapps or me at robin@delawareheadhuggers.org too!

 

  You can see where our hats go by visiting our website:  www.delawareheadhuggers.org

Introducing Beach Day!

Summer is in full swing here in Delaware now.  Temperatures this week are supposed to be super hot, so Schnapps and I will be hiding inside and knitting.  He made this sun hat last week and wanted to share it with everyone.

 

The model was knit using 2 strands of Knit Picks CotLin yarn which we love.  It's cool, crisp and so nice to work with.  Plus it's machine washable!  You could easily work this using one strand of 3 weight yarn and smaller needles or using 5 weight yarn.........we have included instructions for those variations as well.

Adding a wire to the brim would make the brim more sturdy.  Just whip stitch it in or crochet it in for the added stability.  Since we are donating this one, we left the wire out so that it is softer for a patient who will receive it.

If you're not a fan of Delaware Head Huggers yet, stop by and "Like" our Facebook page.  Help us name the patterns and see all the beautiful hats that are donated.  Stop by Kozy Kovers for Kids Facebook page too!  We welcome everyone to join us.  Stop by and say hello.  You can always reach Schnapps or me at robin@delawareheadhuggers.org too!

Beach Day

 You will need 3-weight yarn and size 10.5 circular needles or some other combination listed below.

Abbreviations:
k2tog:  knit 2 stitches together

Using 2 strands of Color A, cast on 100 stitches, place marker and join, taking care not to twist stitches.

Row 1:   *k8, k2tog*; repeat around
Rows 2 and all even rows:  knit all stitches
Row 3:   *k7, k2tog*; repeat around
Row 5:   *k6, k2tog*; repeat around
Row 7:   *k5, k2tog*; repeat around
Row 8:   knit all stitches

Repeat Row 8  until piece is about 4.5 inches in length.

Work Pattern of Hat Using Color B: 
Rows 1, 2, 5 & 6:  knit all stitches
Rows 3 & 4:   *p2, k2*; repeat around
Rows 7 & 8:   *k2, p2*; repeat around

Repeat Rows 1-8 until your work measures about 8.0 to 8.5 inches in length.  End with a Row 4 or Row 8.

Decrease Crown:  use dpn’s when needed

Row 1:   *k4, k2tog *; repeat around
Row 2:   *k3, k2tog *; repeat around
Row 3:   *k2, k2tog*; repeat around
Row 4:   *k1, k2tog*; repeat around
Row 5:   *k2tog*; repeat around

Finish: Cut working yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail.  Draw the tail through the remaining stitches, cinch closed and secure.  Weave in ends and share. 

 You could easily add a wire to the brim by whip stitching it in or crocheting it in.  This would give your brim a more sturdy feel.

Use a cotton or cotton blend yarn.

This would work well with just 1 color too.

Experiment and enjoy!

You could easily use one strand of 5-weight yarn instead of 2 strands of 3 weight yarn.

You could use one strand of 3 weight yarn and size 5 needles and cast on 200 stitches.  Follow the rest of the pattern as written, repeating the last row of the crown decrease as desired.

Introducing Ribbons & Bows!

Schnapps has been busy helping me get blankets ready for Camp Connect, a camp that reunites foster care siblings placed in separate foster home for a week of fun and bonding.  He helped make bracelets for Code Purple to have at the Firefly Music Festival this weekend.  He helped me put together a new fund raiser.  He's been very helpful in dealing with some extremely rude people who have tried to bully us in the past two weeks and he made this hat a while ago and just got around to telling me the pattern.  As always, all yarn weights are listed.  The model was knit using 3 colors of 5-weight, chunky yarn and size 10.5 circular needles.

 

FUNDRAISER INFO!

 

 

All orders need to be paid prior to July 1 either via PayPal (robin@delawareheadhuggers.org) or by personal check made out to Robin Agar.  There is a donate now button on the right side of this blog which you can use if you want.  Please email me at robin@delawareheadhuggers.org telling me what you are ordering as well as what size and color if you are ordering shirts.  Include your full mailing address please so I have all the information that I need in one email.

If you are sending a check, please include a list of what you are ordering along with your mailing address.  Mail to:  Robin Agar, 202 Acorn Forest Drive, Felton, DE 19943.  

I hope that some of you will be able to help.....and enjoy some cute merchandise too!

Two Tone Tote  (19" x 15" x 6"):  $30

Plain Tote  (19" x 15" x 6") :  $27

Long Sleeve Tee:  Black:  $36     White:  $31  Available in S, M, L, XL (add $2 for XXL and XXXL)

Short Sleeve Tee:  White:  $26   Black:  $32   Gray:  $31 
Available in S, M, L, XL (add $2 for XXL and XXXL)

Pen Design:  With another item:  $5.  $7 if shipped separately

 

 

If you're not a fan of Delaware Head Huggers yet, stop by and "Like" our Facebook page.  Help us name the patterns and see all the beautiful hats that are donated.  Stop by Kozy Kovers for Kids Facebook page too!  We welcome everyone to join us.  Stop by and say hello.  You can always reach Schnapps or me at robin@delawareheadhuggers.org too!

 

Ribbons & Bows

You will need 5-weight yarn and size 10.5 circular needles or some other combination listed below.

  

Abbreviations:

s5: slip 5 stitches purlwise, holding yarn in front
k2tog:  knit 2 stitches together

Using Color A, cast on 60 stitches, place marker and join, taking care not to twist stitches.

Work Brim:  Using Color A
Row 1:   knit all stitches
Repeat Row 1 until your work measures about 3 inches in length. 

Work Pattern Band of Hat

**  Knit one row in Color B to set up pattern. **
Color B  
Rows 1, 3 & 5:  *s5, k5*  repeat around
Rows 2 & 4:    knit all stitches

Color C
Row 6:   *k2, insert R needle under the 3 strands and knit the next stitch, k7*; repeat around
Rows 7, 9 & 11:   *k5, s5*; repeat around 
Rows 8 & 10:   knit all stitches

Color B
Row 12:   *k7, insert R needle under the 3 strands and knit the next stitch, k2*; repeat around
Repeat as desired ending on a Row 5 or 11.  Work Row 6 or 12 with Color A to work top of hat.  Model was knit repeating Rows 1-5 in Color B and working Row 6 in Color A.

Work Top of Hat Using Color A:
Row 1:   knit all stitches
Repeat Row 1  until piece is about 7.5 inches in length.

Decrease Crown:  use dpn’s when needed
Row 1:   *k8, k2tog *; repeat around
Row 2:   *k7, k2tog *; repeat around
Row 3:   *k6, k2tog*; repeat around
Row 4:   *k5, k2tog *; repeat around
Row 5:   *k4, k2tog *; repeat around
Row 6:   *k3, k2tog*; repeat around
Row 7:   * k2, k2tog*; repeat around
Row 8:   *k3, k2tog*; repeat around
Row 9:   * k2, k2tog*; repeat around

Finish: Cut working yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail.  Draw the tail through the remaining stitches, cinch closed and secure.  Weave in ends and share.

If using 6-weight yarn, use size 13 needles and cast on 50. 

If using 4-weight yarn, use size 7 needles and cast on 80. 

If using 3-weight yarn, use size 5 needles and cast on 100 stitches.  

The pattern is worked over a multiple of 10 stitches.  Adjust by multiples of 10 to keep the crown decrease the same.


Experiment with many colors and enjoy!

Introducing Nature's Inspirations: Caps!

Finally, the new e-book is finished!  We hope that you like all the patterns.  There are six never before published original patterns and nine Knitting with Schnapps patterns that are included in PDF form for free.  All patterns include instructions for different yarn weights and how to adjust for size.

The e-book is just $10 and 100% of the proceeds go right back into shipping and supply costs.  You can purchase it from the link on the right or from our Craftsy and Ravelry stores.

Here are the new patterns featured:

Turquoise in the Rough

Flowers in Bloom

Brilliant Sunset

Cloudy Day

Lava Rocks

Dragonfly Wings

 These are the Knitting with Schnapps patterns included:

Whirls of Hope

Raspberry Mocha Swirl

Hyperbola

Textured Path

Crossroads

Gliding Hope

Balance Beam

Zigzagged

Interwoven Hope

 If you're not a fan of Delaware Head Huggers yet, stop by and "Like" our Facebook page.  Help us name the patterns and see all the beautiful hats that are donated.  Stop by Kozy Kovers for Kids Facebook page too!  We welcome everyone to join us.  Stop by and say hello.  You can always reach Schnapps or me at robin@delawareheadhuggers.org too!