Zodiac Icons Blanket: Leo
It’s hard to believe that it’s been a whole year since we began the Zodiac Icons Blanket Knit-Along, but here we are at the final sign - Leo, the heart of it all. This is the space where the creativity begins, sustains, and ends. Let the heart sing as you place the last-minute touches upon your gorgeous cosmic astrology piece! Leo season is all about passion, creativity, and fun - what a perfect way to end our year-long project! 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:
If there’s anything a Leo loves, it’s recognition. This sign loves to stand in the spotlight! I couldn’t think of a more perfect sign to end with as we stitch up our blankets and display them with pride.
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 Leo Season. Admire your creativity, and be confident in the beautiful piece before your eyes. Express your heart and take a moment to write down how you felt on this cosmic journey with us. Showcase your piece. Show the world how much your heart can sing!
Thank you for being with me and committing to this astrological knitting circle. I hope you found out something new, got inspired by the astrology of it all, and learned to be a little more obsessed with yourself.
Until we meet again!
Xo Ramona
LEO
July 23 - August 22
Symbol: The Lion
Ruling Planet: The Sun
Archetypes: The King/Queen, The Performer, The Child, The Clown
Mode: Fixed - The Middle, Sustains, Builds upon
Element: Fire - Creative, Engaging
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.
Purchase the kit from Lion Brand here.
Purchase the printer-friendly PDF here.
Purchase the Astrology Experience here.
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