Zodiac Icons Blanket: Gemini
Welcome to Gemini season! This is one of my favorite astrology seasons, and I’ve often heard that Geminis and Sagittariuses (like myself) have a close bond, so that makes sense! This is the first air sign of the year, and it’s a time for excitement, variety, and socializing. Coming out of dependable, earthy Taurus, it’s time to shake things up a bit! Coupled with the arrival of warmer weather, I always feel a rush of motivation and have endless ideas flowing this time of year. I feel like I’m juggling even more projects than usual this month, how about you? That’s the energy of Gemini, getting us excited about ALL the things and perhaps preventing a bit of singular focus. I feel like I have endless ideas but am suffering from a lack of time and also indecision on what to start first! If you’re in the same boat, take this as a sign to take a breath and work on this month’s square- scroll down for the free pattern and color chart.
First, some links:
You can also purchase a printer-friendly PDF for $1 here.
Purchase the Zodiac Icons Blanket kit here.
Not sure which colors to choose? I got you! This year-long mystery KAL features one main color and three contrast colors. Whether you choose to base your combo on your home decor (like I did) or on your astrological chart, the mix-and-matchable Hue + Me line of 30 gorgeous colors is the perfect palette to use. Check out my Zodiac Color Guide for help choosing your combo here.
Purchase the exclusive Astrology Experience add-on to the KAL here.
Learn more about the KAL on the landing page here.
New to colorwork? Check out my detailed video tutorial:
Gemini ushers in the energy of new experiences big and small. While I don’t see any big adventures on my calendar in the near future, I am getting excited to dive into a new-to-me knitting project so I’m hoping to tap into that energy this month and hope it will be a success! The difficulties this season lie in trying to find a focus, and I can already feel my head spinning with all of the projects I have on deck. I will be making endless lists in the coming weeks to keep myself on track and try to prioritize what I know I can actually achieve.
The vibe for the month no matter what your sign is, from our resident astrologer, Ramona:
Hi Humans, it’s Ramona here with your monthly mini horoscope. Each month I will provide your much-needed vibe check and help you stay inspired for our cosmic journey together.
Don’t forget to purchase the full Astrology Experience add-on to the KAL where you get added perks like access to the monthly “The Astrologer is IN “ knitting circle and astrology zoom session where we work on our squares, talk astrology and go deeper into the themes happening this month, and give you a safe place to ask all your knitting and astrology questions.
Welcome to Gemini season. If you have something to say about life, your pattern, or anything for that matter, now is the time. Let your words guide you this month. Speak now or forever hold your peace, my love.
Variety feeds this season and this part of the pattern. Thinking about adding a new color or element to your project? If you feel like you can’t decide on something ask your closest friend or your Gemini twin to help.
See you next month,
Xo Ramona
GEMINI
May 21 - June 20
Symbol: The Twins
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Archetypes: The Witness, The Teacher, The Storyteller, The Journalist
Mode: Mutable - The End, Power of Change, Variety, Creative, Shapeshifter
Element: Air - Quick, Mental, Social, Intellect, Tech, Innovation
MATERIALS (FOR FULL BLANKET)
9 skeins Lion Brand Hue + Me in main color
2 skeins each Lion Brand Hue + Me in 3 contrast colors
(bulky, weight 5; 137yds/125m per skein)
Size US 10.5 (6.5mm) circular knitting needles, 40”/100cm long
Tapestry needle
GAUGE
12 sts + 16 rows = 4"/10cm in stockinette
FINISHED DIMENSIONS
13" x 13" / 33cm x 33cm (per square)
42” x 55” / 107cm x 140cm (full blanket)
ABBREVIATIONS
All Two of Wands patterns are written in standard US terms.
CC - Contrast color
CO - Cast on
K - Knit
MC - Main color
P - Purl
Rep - Repeat
RS - Right side
St(s) - Stitch(es)
WS - Wrong side
PATTERN + CHART
CO 39 with MC. Begin chart at bottom right corner, row 1. Chart is read from right to left on RS rows and left to right on WS rows. Each cell represents a single stitch in the color indicated. K each RS row and P each WS row. Use intarsia and stranded knitting techniques to complete chart through row 52, then bind off with MC.
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