A Cute Tea Cosy - Perfect for Beginner Knitters
I say bring back the tea cosy! Not only do they help to keep the teapot warm, but they look so pretty on the table. And of course, they make a wonderful gift. Team it with a tea pot and some real tea and that's a gift to remember, that is useful and nice.
There are thousands of patterns for tea cosies available online, but they were all quite complicated. I adapted this one from three different patterns, making it quick and easy. If I can knit it up then anyone can.
You'll need:
100g 8 ply wool
1 pair 5mm knitting needles
To make:
Cast on 40 stitches.
First row: K2, P2.
Repeat first row 37 times (38 rows total).
Next row: K2 together, P1. Repeat to end.
Next row: K2 together, P1. Repeat to end. (20 stitches)
Cast off knitways.
Repeat to make second side. With right sides together, stitch the sides of the cosy, leaving gaps for the spout on one side and the handle on the other side.
Make a pom pom or a crochet flower and stitch in place on centre top.
There are thousands of patterns for tea cosies available online, but they were all quite complicated. I adapted this one from three different patterns, making it quick and easy. If I can knit it up then anyone can.
You'll need:
100g 8 ply wool
1 pair 5mm knitting needles
To make:
Cast on 40 stitches.
First row: K2, P2.
Repeat first row 37 times (38 rows total).
Next row: K2 together, P1. Repeat to end.
Next row: K2 together, P1. Repeat to end. (20 stitches)
Cast off knitways.
Repeat to make second side. With right sides together, stitch the sides of the cosy, leaving gaps for the spout on one side and the handle on the other side.
Make a pom pom or a crochet flower and stitch in place on centre top.