Es una suerte encontrarte proyectos solidarios como éste, que unen pasiones animalistas y tejedoras/crocheteras. Y es que podemos hacer más de lo que hacemos, sólo que no sabemos cómo.
WildLife Rescue Nets es un proyecto nacido en Canadá, que se proyecta a varios paises. Consiste en ofrecer patrones gratis para que el voluntariado tejedor pueda crear nidos y refugios para animales bebé en rehabilitación.
Copio aqui los patrones sólo por facilitarme su búsqueda.
La autoría del texto entrecomillado es de la página https://www.facebook.com/wildliferescuenests/notes
Veréis que estan en inglés y en distintos formatos, crochet y punto dos agujas. Hay que atender a la tensión ( al ser nidos y cuevitas, cuanto más apretado esté el punto mejor).
Copio aqui los patrones sólo por facilitarme su búsqueda.
La autoría del texto entrecomillado es de la página https://www.facebook.com/wildliferescuenests/notes
Veréis que estan en inglés y en distintos formatos, crochet y punto dos agujas. Hay que atender a la tensión ( al ser nidos y cuevitas, cuanto más apretado esté el punto mejor).
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CROCHETED WILDLIFE RESCUE NESTS
"I've tried a lot of other patterns found on-line and ended up just making my own pattern. The bottoms are really flat, making them very stable and if the tension is kept tight they are quite rigid and hold their shape very well.
"I've tried a lot of other patterns found on-line and ended up just making my own pattern. The bottoms are really flat, making them very stable and if the tension is kept tight they are quite rigid and hold their shape very well.
INSTRUCTIONS
Size 5mm / H or 8(U.S.) / 6(U.K.) crochet hook
2 strands of yarn and medium (4) weight acrylic yarn used
Two strands of yarn used to increase strength, more tension on yarn while crocheting will yield a tighter pattern with no holes. Even though these nests are typically lined with paper towels/cloths, it is essential that these are made as tightly as possible to reduce the risks of claws/toes getting caught and it also helps to hold their shape properly.
1st rnd:Ch 1. 6 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc. (see note and photo at bottom of pattern)
This allows you to tighten and make the hole in the bottom as small as possible and tie off when your done.
2nd rnd:Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc. total)
3rd rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc. total)
4th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc. total)
5th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc. total)
6th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc. total)
Continue working rows 7-15 even, Ch 1. then 1 sc in each sc
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Fasten off
NOTE: The nest should be approximately 5 inches tall/deep when completed. You may need to add more even rows to attain this height. Folding the top lip over gives the nest extra stability and some of the rescues unfold the top lip and lightly fold it over the little ones that are in the nest to provide a more secure feeling for them.
This pattern is for a 3 inch nest, for larger nests continue the pattern out further before starting the even rows and you will also need to increase the number of even rows likely to have the sides reach five inches high.
EG.
*continue pattern and work to the 8th round for a 4 inch nest and then even rows 8-17
*continue pattern and work to the 10th round for a 5 inch nest and then even rows 10-20
*continue pattern and work to the 13th round for a 6 inch nest and then continue with even rows to bring the height of the sides to 5 inches
*continue pattern and work to the 18th round for a 10 inch nest and then continue with even rows to bring the height of the sides to 5 inches
I think there has been some confusion as to how to start these nests. Ch. 1, you then have to make that chain loop a little bigger, like in the picture below. Then you crochet your first 6 sc IN that loop. That will give you your first 6 stitches to build on and it allows for you to pull it closed and tighten the bottom , so there is no hole in the middle of the bottom.
Size 5mm / H or 8(U.S.) / 6(U.K.) crochet hook
2 strands of yarn and medium (4) weight acrylic yarn used
Two strands of yarn used to increase strength, more tension on yarn while crocheting will yield a tighter pattern with no holes. Even though these nests are typically lined with paper towels/cloths, it is essential that these are made as tightly as possible to reduce the risks of claws/toes getting caught and it also helps to hold their shape properly.
1st rnd:Ch 1. 6 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc. (see note and photo at bottom of pattern)
This allows you to tighten and make the hole in the bottom as small as possible and tie off when your done.
2nd rnd:Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc. total)
3rd rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc. total)
4th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc. total)
5th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc. total)
6th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc. total)
Continue working rows 7-15 even, Ch 1. then 1 sc in each sc
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Fasten off
NOTE: The nest should be approximately 5 inches tall/deep when completed. You may need to add more even rows to attain this height. Folding the top lip over gives the nest extra stability and some of the rescues unfold the top lip and lightly fold it over the little ones that are in the nest to provide a more secure feeling for them.
This pattern is for a 3 inch nest, for larger nests continue the pattern out further before starting the even rows and you will also need to increase the number of even rows likely to have the sides reach five inches high.
EG.
*continue pattern and work to the 8th round for a 4 inch nest and then even rows 8-17
*continue pattern and work to the 10th round for a 5 inch nest and then even rows 10-20
*continue pattern and work to the 13th round for a 6 inch nest and then continue with even rows to bring the height of the sides to 5 inches
*continue pattern and work to the 18th round for a 10 inch nest and then continue with even rows to bring the height of the sides to 5 inches
I think there has been some confusion as to how to start these nests. Ch. 1, you then have to make that chain loop a little bigger, like in the picture below. Then you crochet your first 6 sc IN that loop. That will give you your first 6 stitches to build on and it allows for you to pull it closed and tighten the bottom , so there is no hole in the middle of the bottom.
I
do not knit and therefore have not tried this pattern, but our
volunteers have been using it for awhile. Please remember to keep the
tension tight on the yarn to ensure a tight knit with no loose loops.
Knitting Directions
Knitting Directions
- Using 2 strands of yarn, cast on 54 stitches; then divide evenly among 4 dpns.
- Work in stockinette (all K stitches) until the nest is approximately 3″ tall.
- Purl one row, and then start to decrease:
- Row 1) K7, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 2) K6, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 3) K5, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 4) K4, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 5) K3, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 6) K2, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 7) K1, K2tog—repeat to end
- See tip #4 below to determine if you want to continue in this pattern for one more row. Cut yarns, leaving a 6″ tail. Slide yarn on needle, draw tight to close up end (put a few stitches across the gap if need be.) Weave in yarn and cut off.
Tips
Many thanks to Barbara Johnson, friend of Native Songbird Care and Conservation, for designing these magnificent knitted nests.
- To make sure the nest is tight and washable, use two strands of washable yarn (using two different colors to make counting stitches easier). Use three strands if the yarn is very fine.
- Use double-pointed needles—just about any size, from 5 through 9, depending on the weight of the yarn. You can use circular needles if you prefer.
- When doing K2tog, it seems to be easier to knit through the back loops rather than the front. If you’re still having problems with K2tog, try using a crochet hook to pull the yarn through.
- Only decrease to the point where you have a small, easily closed gap in the bottom of the nest; otherwise there can be a bump on the bottom that can make the nest unstable.
- Directions given are for nests that are about 4” across. Cast on fewer stitches for smaller nests. They knit up so quickly, it’s easy to experiment. (If the nest is much smaller, start the decrease with K6, K2tog.)
- The yarn should not be fuzzy so toes don’t get caught
Many thanks to Barbara Johnson, friend of Native Songbird Care and Conservation, for designing these magnificent knitted nests.
CROCHETED CAVE NESTS
This is a new pattern inspired by Woodland Wildlife Sanctuary's request for a cave type bed for the squirrels they are caring for :)
INSTRUCTIONS
Size 5 crochet hook
Two strands of yarn used to increase strength, more tension on yarn while crocheting will yield a tighter pattern with no holes. Even though these nests are typically lined with paper towels/cloths, it is essential that these are made as tightly as possible to reduce the risks of claws/toes getting caught and it also helps to hold their shape properly.
1st rnd:Ch 1. 6 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc. (See note and photo below pattern)
This allows you to tighten and make the hole in the bottom as small as possible and tie off when your done.
2nd rnd:Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc. total)
3rd rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc. total)
4th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc. total)
5th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc. total)
6th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc. total)
7th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (42 sc. total)
8th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sc. total)
9th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sc. total)
10th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 8 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (60 sc. total)
11th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 9 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (66 sc. total)
12th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 10 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (72 sc. total)
13th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 11 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (78 sc. total)
14th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 12 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (84 sc. total)
Continue working rnds. 15-21 even, Ch 1., with 1 sc in each sc.
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Creating door:
22nd rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 68 sc.
23rd rnd: Turn, Ch 1. then sc in each of the next 68 sc.
Continue this for rnds. 24-30
31st rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 68 sc., then Ch. 16 and join with a sl st to top row of "door" opening. At this point you should have something that looks like the original nest, but with a door and a single chain of stitches across the top of the door.
32nd rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the sc evenly, including the chain you created across the top of the door. (84 sc. total)
Continue working rnds. 33-36 even, Ch 1., with 1 sc. in each sc.
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Closing in the top:
37th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 13 sc) 6 times. (78 sc. total)
38th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 12 sc) 6 times. (72 sc. total)
39th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 11 sc) 6 times. (66 sc. total)
40th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 10 sc) 6 times. (60 sc. total)
41st rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 9 sc) 6 times. (54 sc. total)
42nd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 8 sc) 6 times. (48 sc. total)
43rd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc) 6 times. (42 sc. total)
44th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc) 6 times. (36 sc. total)
45th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. (30 sc. total)
46th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. (24 sc. total)
47th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. (18 sc. total)
48th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. (12 sc. total)
49th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 1 sc) 6 times. (6 sc. total)
50th rnd: There will be a very small whole left in the top that can sl st closed. Pull extra thread to the inside and tie off and trim excess.
This pattern is for a 8 inch nest, once you have made and understand the pattern it should be fairly easy to adjust to whatever sized is needed. :)
How
to start the nests. Ch. 1, you then have to make that chain loop a
little bigger, like in the picture below. Then you crochet your first 6
sc IN that loop. That will give you your first 6 stitches to build on
and it allows for you to pull it closed and tighten the bottom , so
there is no hole in the middle of the bottom.
This is a new pattern inspired by Woodland Wildlife Sanctuary's request for a cave type bed for the squirrels they are caring for :)
INSTRUCTIONS
Size 5 crochet hook
Two strands of yarn used to increase strength, more tension on yarn while crocheting will yield a tighter pattern with no holes. Even though these nests are typically lined with paper towels/cloths, it is essential that these are made as tightly as possible to reduce the risks of claws/toes getting caught and it also helps to hold their shape properly.
1st rnd:Ch 1. 6 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc. (See note and photo below pattern)
This allows you to tighten and make the hole in the bottom as small as possible and tie off when your done.
2nd rnd:Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc. total)
3rd rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc. total)
4th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc. total)
5th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc. total)
6th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc. total)
7th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (42 sc. total)
8th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sc. total)
9th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sc. total)
10th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 8 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (60 sc. total)
11th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 9 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (66 sc. total)
12th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 10 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (72 sc. total)
13th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 11 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (78 sc. total)
14th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 12 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (84 sc. total)
Continue working rnds. 15-21 even, Ch 1., with 1 sc in each sc.
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Creating door:
22nd rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 68 sc.
23rd rnd: Turn, Ch 1. then sc in each of the next 68 sc.
Continue this for rnds. 24-30
31st rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 68 sc., then Ch. 16 and join with a sl st to top row of "door" opening. At this point you should have something that looks like the original nest, but with a door and a single chain of stitches across the top of the door.
32nd rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the sc evenly, including the chain you created across the top of the door. (84 sc. total)
Continue working rnds. 33-36 even, Ch 1., with 1 sc. in each sc.
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Closing in the top:
37th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 13 sc) 6 times. (78 sc. total)
38th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 12 sc) 6 times. (72 sc. total)
39th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 11 sc) 6 times. (66 sc. total)
40th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 10 sc) 6 times. (60 sc. total)
41st rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 9 sc) 6 times. (54 sc. total)
42nd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 8 sc) 6 times. (48 sc. total)
43rd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc) 6 times. (42 sc. total)
44th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc) 6 times. (36 sc. total)
45th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. (30 sc. total)
46th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. (24 sc. total)
47th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. (18 sc. total)
48th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. (12 sc. total)
49th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 1 sc) 6 times. (6 sc. total)
50th rnd: There will be a very small whole left in the top that can sl st closed. Pull extra thread to the inside and tie off and trim excess.
This pattern is for a 8 inch nest, once you have made and understand the pattern it should be fairly easy to adjust to whatever sized is needed. :)
How
to start the nests. Ch. 1, you then have to make that chain loop a
little bigger, like in the picture below. Then you crochet your first 6
sc IN that loop. That will give you your first 6 stitches to build on
and it allows for you to pull it closed and tighten the bottom , so
there is no hole in the middle of the bottom.
Knitting Directions for 8 Inch Nests
*** Please work with heavy tension on the yarn, as this makes for tighter, more stable nests that are less likely to get toes or claws caught in them.
Cut yarns, leaving a 6″ tail. Slide yarn on needle, draw tight to close up end (put a few stitches across the gap if need be) Weave in yarn and cut off.
Tips
Adapted from the original 4 inch nest design by Barbara Johnson, friend of Native Songbird Care and Conservation.
*** Please work with heavy tension on the yarn, as this makes for tighter, more stable nests that are less likely to get toes or claws caught in them.
- Using 2 strands of yarn, cast on 108 stitches; then divide evenly among 4 dpns.
- Work in stockinette (all K stitches) until the nest is approximately 3″ tall or height requested.
- Purl one row, and then start to decrease:
- Row 1) K14, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 2) K13, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 3) K12, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 4) K11, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 5) K10, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 6) K9, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 7) K8, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 8) K7, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 9) K6, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 10) K5, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 11) K4, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 12) K3, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 13) K2, K2tog—repeat to end
- Row 14) K1, K2tog—repeat to end
Cut yarns, leaving a 6″ tail. Slide yarn on needle, draw tight to close up end (put a few stitches across the gap if need be) Weave in yarn and cut off.
Tips
- To make sure the nest is tight and washable, use two strands of washable yarn (using two different colors to make counting stitches easier). Use three strands if the yarn is very fine.
- Use double-pointed needles—just about any size, from 5 through 9, depending on the weight of the yarn. You can use circular needles if you prefer.
- When doing K2tog, it seems to be easier to knit through the back loops rather than the front. If you’re still having problems with K2tog, try using a crochet hook to pull the yarn through.
- Only decrease to the point where you have a small, easily closed gap in the bottom of the nest; otherwise there can be a bump on the bottom that can make the nest unstable.
- Directions given are for nests that are about 8” across.
- The yarn should not be fuzzy so toes don’t get caught
Adapted from the original 4 inch nest design by Barbara Johnson, friend of Native Songbird Care and Conservation.
8 INCH CROCHETED WILDLIFE RESCUE NESTS
I've tried a lot of other patterns found on-line and ended up just making my own pattern. The bottoms are really flat, making them very stable. They are quite rigid and hold their shape very well. The tension on the yarn while crocheting needs to be heavy, as it will be keep the nests tight and avoid issues with toes and claws getting caught.
INSTRUCTIONS
Size 5 crochet hook, 2 strands of yarn and medium (4) weight acrylic yarn used
Two strands of yarn used to increase strength, more tension on yarn while crocheting will yield a tighter pattern with no holes. Even though these nests are typically lined with paper towels/cloths, it is essential that these are made as tightly as possible to reduce the risks of claws/toes getting caught and it also helps to hold their shape properly.
1st rnd:Ch 1. 6 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc. (See note and photo at bottom of pattern)
This allows you to tighten and make the hole in the bottom as small as possible and tie off when your done.
2nd rnd:Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc. total)
3rd rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc. total)
4th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc. total)
5th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc. total)
6th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc. total)
7th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (42 sc. total)
8th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sc. total)
9th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sc. total)
10th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 8 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (60 sc. total)
11th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 9 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (66 sc. total)
12th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 10 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (72 sc. total)
13th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 11 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (78 sc. total)
14th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 12 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (84 sc. total)
15th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 13 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (90 sc. total)
16th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 14 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (96 sc. total)
17th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 15 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (102 sc. total)
Continue working rounds 18-43 even, Ch 1. then 1 sc in each sc
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Fasten off
NOTE: The nest should be approximately 5 inches tall/deep when completed. You may need to add more even rows to attain this height. Folding the top lip over gives the nest extra stability and some of the rescues unfold the top lip and lightly fold it over the little ones that are in the nest to provide a more secure feeling for them.
How
to start the nests. Ch. 1, you then have to make that chain loop a
little bigger, like in the picture below. Then you crochet your first 6
sc IN that loop. That will give you your first 6 stitches to build on
and it allows for you to pull it closed and tighten the bottom , so
there is no hole in the middle of the bottom.
I've tried a lot of other patterns found on-line and ended up just making my own pattern. The bottoms are really flat, making them very stable. They are quite rigid and hold their shape very well. The tension on the yarn while crocheting needs to be heavy, as it will be keep the nests tight and avoid issues with toes and claws getting caught.
INSTRUCTIONS
Size 5 crochet hook, 2 strands of yarn and medium (4) weight acrylic yarn used
Two strands of yarn used to increase strength, more tension on yarn while crocheting will yield a tighter pattern with no holes. Even though these nests are typically lined with paper towels/cloths, it is essential that these are made as tightly as possible to reduce the risks of claws/toes getting caught and it also helps to hold their shape properly.
1st rnd:Ch 1. 6 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc. (See note and photo at bottom of pattern)
This allows you to tighten and make the hole in the bottom as small as possible and tie off when your done.
2nd rnd:Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc. total)
3rd rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc. total)
4th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc. total)
5th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc. total)
6th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc. total)
7th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (42 sc. total)
8th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sc. total)
9th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sc. total)
10th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 8 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (60 sc. total)
11th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 9 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (66 sc. total)
12th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 10 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (72 sc. total)
13th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 11 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (78 sc. total)
14th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 12 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (84 sc. total)
15th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 13 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (90 sc. total)
16th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 14 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (96 sc. total)
17th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 15 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (102 sc. total)
Continue working rounds 18-43 even, Ch 1. then 1 sc in each sc
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Fasten off
NOTE: The nest should be approximately 5 inches tall/deep when completed. You may need to add more even rows to attain this height. Folding the top lip over gives the nest extra stability and some of the rescues unfold the top lip and lightly fold it over the little ones that are in the nest to provide a more secure feeling for them.
How
to start the nests. Ch. 1, you then have to make that chain loop a
little bigger, like in the picture below. Then you crochet your first 6
sc IN that loop. That will give you your first 6 stitches to build on
and it allows for you to pull it closed and tighten the bottom , so
there is no hole in the middle of the bottom.Knitted Cave Nest Pattern
Many
thanks to Carolyn Walsh for creating this pattern for knitted cave
nests and making the first one to ensure it would work :) I have had
many knitters attempt to create one without success. I am so happy to
be able to share this with all of our knitters who have been patiently
waiting for it.
Knitted Cave Nest
I don't use a circular needle for this pattern. I use 7 inch double edged needles.
Since the needles are short, I use 7 needles (6 have stitches and 1 to work with).
If you use a circular needle, it would be for only part of the nest.
size 5 mm needles
2 strands of yarn
Cast on 6 sts. ( 2 on each needle) Join in round
1st Knit 1, increase 1, repeat to end of round. (4 sts. on each needle,12 sts. in total.)
2nd. Knit 2 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end of round.(18 sts. in total)
3rd. Knit 3 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end of round.( 24 sts.)
4th. Knit 4 sts., inc. 1 st., repeat to end. ( 30 sts.)
5th Knit 5 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (36 sts.)
6th. Knit 6 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (42 sts.)
7th Knit 7 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (48 sts.)
8th. Knit 8 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. ( 54 sts. )
It is at this point when I change from 3 needles with stitches to 6 needles.
9th. Knit 9 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end.( 60 sts.)
10th. Knit 10 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. ( 66 sts. )
11th. Knit 11 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (72 sts. )
12th. Knit 12 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (78 sts.)
13th. Knit 13 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. ( 84 sts.)
At this point you should have 14 sts. on each needle ( 28 sts. if you are using 3 longer needles)
Rows 14 to 21 Knit
22 nd. Cast off 16 sts., knit to end. ( 68 sts. )
23rd. Purl row
24th. Knit to end.
25th. Purl
Repeat 24th. and 25th. rows, 5 times each. This makes the opening in the nest.
36th. Knit to end of round, then cast on 16 stitches ( 84 sts. )
37th. to 40 th. Knit.
41st. Knit 12sts., knit 2 together, repeat to end.
42nd. Knit 11sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
43rd. Knit 10 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
44th. Knit 9 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
45th. Knit 8 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
46th. Knit 7 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
47th. Knit 6 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
48th. Knit 5 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
49th. Knit 4 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
50th. Knit 3 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
51st. Knit 2 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
52nd. Knit 1 st., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
53rd. Knit 2 together 6 times
You should have 6 stitches remaining.
Draw up and tie off the stitches.
Sew in the yarn ends.
Knitted Cave Nest
I don't use a circular needle for this pattern. I use 7 inch double edged needles.
Since the needles are short, I use 7 needles (6 have stitches and 1 to work with).
If you use a circular needle, it would be for only part of the nest.
size 5 mm needles
2 strands of yarn
Cast on 6 sts. ( 2 on each needle) Join in round
1st Knit 1, increase 1, repeat to end of round. (4 sts. on each needle,12 sts. in total.)
2nd. Knit 2 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end of round.(18 sts. in total)
3rd. Knit 3 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end of round.( 24 sts.)
4th. Knit 4 sts., inc. 1 st., repeat to end. ( 30 sts.)
5th Knit 5 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (36 sts.)
6th. Knit 6 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (42 sts.)
7th Knit 7 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (48 sts.)
8th. Knit 8 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. ( 54 sts. )
It is at this point when I change from 3 needles with stitches to 6 needles.
9th. Knit 9 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end.( 60 sts.)
10th. Knit 10 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. ( 66 sts. )
11th. Knit 11 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (72 sts. )
12th. Knit 12 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (78 sts.)
13th. Knit 13 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. ( 84 sts.)
At this point you should have 14 sts. on each needle ( 28 sts. if you are using 3 longer needles)
Rows 14 to 21 Knit
22 nd. Cast off 16 sts., knit to end. ( 68 sts. )
23rd. Purl row
24th. Knit to end.
25th. Purl
Repeat 24th. and 25th. rows, 5 times each. This makes the opening in the nest.
36th. Knit to end of round, then cast on 16 stitches ( 84 sts. )
37th. to 40 th. Knit.
41st. Knit 12sts., knit 2 together, repeat to end.
42nd. Knit 11sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
43rd. Knit 10 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
44th. Knit 9 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
45th. Knit 8 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
46th. Knit 7 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
47th. Knit 6 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
48th. Knit 5 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
49th. Knit 4 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
50th. Knit 3 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
51st. Knit 2 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
52nd. Knit 1 st., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
53rd. Knit 2 together 6 times
You should have 6 stitches remaining.
Draw up and tie off the stitches.
Sew in the yarn ends.
MINI CROCHETED CAVE NESTS
Our original cave nest pattern was inspired by Woodland Wildlife Sanctuary's request for a cave type bed for the squirrels they were caring for. The original pattern made an 8 inch cave nest. Many of the wildlife rescues are enjoying using the smaller mini caves for the cavity-dwelling baby birds they are caring for. I have included two patterns below, one for a 5 inch cave nest and also one for a 3 inch cave nest.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR 5 INCH CAVE NEST
Size 4 mm crochet hook
Two strands of yarn used to increase strength, more tension on yarn while crocheting will yield a tighter pattern with no holes. Even though these nests are typically lined with paper towels/cloths, it is essential that these are made as tightly as possible to reduce the risks of claws/toes getting caught and it also helps to hold their shape properly.
1st rnd:Ch 1. 6 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc. (See note and photo below pattern)
This allows you to tighten and make the hole in the bottom as small as possible and tie off when your done.
2nd rnd:Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc. total)
3rd rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc. total)
4th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc. total)
5th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc. total)
6th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc. total)
7th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (42 sc. total)
8th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sc. total)
9th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sc. total)
Continue working rnds. 10-15 even, Ch 1., with 1 sc in each sc.
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Creating door:
16th rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 33 sc.
17th rnd: Turn, Ch 1. then sc in each of the next 33 sc.
Continue this for rnds. 18-25
26th rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 33 sc., then Ch. 21 and join with a sl st to top row of "door" opening. At this point you should have something that looks like the original nest, but with a door and a single chain of stitches across the top of the door.
27th rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the sc evenly, including the chain you created across the top of the door. (54 sc. total)
Continue working rnds. 28 and 29 even, Ch 1., with 1 sc. in each sc.
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Closing in the top:
30th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 8 sc) 6 times. (48 sc. total)
31st rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc) 6 times. (42 sc. total)
32nd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc) 6 times. (36 sc. total)
33rd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. (30 sc. total)
34th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. (24 sc. total)
35th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. (18 sc. total)
36th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. (12 sc. total)
37th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 1 sc) 6 times. (6 sc. total)
38th rnd: There will be a very small whole left in the top that can sl st closed. Pull extra thread to the inside and tie off and trim excess.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR 3 INCH CAVE NEST
Size 4 mm crochet hook
Two strands of yarn used to increase strength, more tension on yarn while crocheting will yield a tighter pattern with no holes. Even though these nests are typically lined with paper towels/cloths, it is essential that these are made as tightly as possible to reduce the risks of claws/toes getting caught and it also helps to hold their shape properly.
1st rnd:Ch 1. 6 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc. (See note and photo below pattern)
This allows you to tighten and make the hole in the bottom as small as possible and tie off when your done.
2nd rnd:Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc. total)
3rd rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc. total)
4th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc. total)
5th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc. total)
6th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc. total)
Continue working rnds. 7-11 even, Ch 1., with 1 sc in each sc.
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Creating door:
12th rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 24 sc.
13th rnd: Turn, Ch 1. then sc in each of the next 24 sc.
Continue this for rnds. 14-19
20th rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 24 sc., then Ch. 12 and join with a sl st to top row of "door" opening. At this point you should have something that looks like the original nest, but with a door and a single chain of stitches across the top of the door.
21st rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the sc evenly, including the chain you created across the top of the door. (36 sc. total)
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Closing in the top:
22nd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. (30 sc. total)
23rd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. (24 sc. total)
24th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. (18 sc. total)
25th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. (12 sc. total)
26th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 1 sc) 6 times. (6 sc. total)
27th rnd: There will be a very small whole left in the top that can sl st closed. Pull extra thread to the inside and tie off and trim excess.
How to start the nests. Ch. 1, you then have to make that chain loop a little bigger, like in the picture below. Then you crochet your first 6 sc IN that loop. That will give you your first 6 stitches to build on and it allows for you to pull it closed and tighten the bottom , so there is no hole in the middle of the bottom.
Our original cave nest pattern was inspired by Woodland Wildlife Sanctuary's request for a cave type bed for the squirrels they were caring for. The original pattern made an 8 inch cave nest. Many of the wildlife rescues are enjoying using the smaller mini caves for the cavity-dwelling baby birds they are caring for. I have included two patterns below, one for a 5 inch cave nest and also one for a 3 inch cave nest.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR 5 INCH CAVE NEST
Size 4 mm crochet hook
Two strands of yarn used to increase strength, more tension on yarn while crocheting will yield a tighter pattern with no holes. Even though these nests are typically lined with paper towels/cloths, it is essential that these are made as tightly as possible to reduce the risks of claws/toes getting caught and it also helps to hold their shape properly.
1st rnd:Ch 1. 6 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc. (See note and photo below pattern)
This allows you to tighten and make the hole in the bottom as small as possible and tie off when your done.
2nd rnd:Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc. total)
3rd rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc. total)
4th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc. total)
5th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc. total)
6th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc. total)
7th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (42 sc. total)
8th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sc. total)
9th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sc. total)
Continue working rnds. 10-15 even, Ch 1., with 1 sc in each sc.
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Creating door:
16th rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 33 sc.
17th rnd: Turn, Ch 1. then sc in each of the next 33 sc.
Continue this for rnds. 18-25
26th rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 33 sc., then Ch. 21 and join with a sl st to top row of "door" opening. At this point you should have something that looks like the original nest, but with a door and a single chain of stitches across the top of the door.
27th rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the sc evenly, including the chain you created across the top of the door. (54 sc. total)
Continue working rnds. 28 and 29 even, Ch 1., with 1 sc. in each sc.
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Closing in the top:
30th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 8 sc) 6 times. (48 sc. total)
31st rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc) 6 times. (42 sc. total)
32nd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc) 6 times. (36 sc. total)
33rd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. (30 sc. total)
34th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. (24 sc. total)
35th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. (18 sc. total)
36th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. (12 sc. total)
37th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 1 sc) 6 times. (6 sc. total)
38th rnd: There will be a very small whole left in the top that can sl st closed. Pull extra thread to the inside and tie off and trim excess.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR 3 INCH CAVE NEST
Size 4 mm crochet hook
Two strands of yarn used to increase strength, more tension on yarn while crocheting will yield a tighter pattern with no holes. Even though these nests are typically lined with paper towels/cloths, it is essential that these are made as tightly as possible to reduce the risks of claws/toes getting caught and it also helps to hold their shape properly.
1st rnd:Ch 1. 6 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc. (See note and photo below pattern)
This allows you to tighten and make the hole in the bottom as small as possible and tie off when your done.
2nd rnd:Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc. total)
3rd rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc. total)
4th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc. total)
5th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc. total)
6th rnd:Ch 1. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc. total)
Continue working rnds. 7-11 even, Ch 1., with 1 sc in each sc.
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Creating door:
12th rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 24 sc.
13th rnd: Turn, Ch 1. then sc in each of the next 24 sc.
Continue this for rnds. 14-19
20th rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the next 24 sc., then Ch. 12 and join with a sl st to top row of "door" opening. At this point you should have something that looks like the original nest, but with a door and a single chain of stitches across the top of the door.
21st rnd: Ch 1., then 1 sc in each of the sc evenly, including the chain you created across the top of the door. (36 sc. total)
Joining with sl st to first sc. on each row.
Closing in the top:
22nd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 6 times. (30 sc. total)
23rd rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) 6 times. (24 sc. total)
24th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 6 times. (18 sc. total)
25th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) 6 times. (12 sc. total)
26th rnd:Ch 1. (skip sc. 1 sc in each of next 1 sc) 6 times. (6 sc. total)
27th rnd: There will be a very small whole left in the top that can sl st closed. Pull extra thread to the inside and tie off and trim excess.
How to start the nests. Ch. 1, you then have to make that chain loop a little bigger, like in the picture below. Then you crochet your first 6 sc IN that loop. That will give you your first 6 stitches to build on and it allows for you to pull it closed and tighten the bottom , so there is no hole in the middle of the bottom.
4 inch Mini Knitted Cave Nest Pattern
Many thanks to Carolyn Walsh for creating the original pattern for knitted cave nests and also for reviewing the revised Mini cave nest pattern and making the first one to ensure it would work.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
I don't use a circular needle for this pattern. I use 7 inch double edged needles.
If you use a circular needle, it would be for only part of the nest.
3 - size 5 mm needles
2 strands of yarn
Cast on 6 sts. ( 2 on each needle) Join in round
1st Knit 1, increase 1, repeat to end of round. (4 sts. on each needle,12 sts. in total.)
2nd. Knit 2 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end of round.(18 sts. in total)
3rd. Knit 3 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end of round.( 24 sts.)
4th. Knit 4 sts., inc. 1 st., repeat to end. ( 30 sts.)
5th Knit 5 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (36 sts.)
6th. Knit 6 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (42 sts.)
7th Knit 7 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (48 sts.)
At this point you should have 16 sts. on each needle
Rows 8 to 15 Knit
16 th. Cast off 14 sts., knit to end. ( 34 sts. )
17th. Purl row
18th. Knit to end.
19th. Purl
Repeat 18th. and 19th. rows, 5 times each. This makes the opening in the nest.
30th. Cast on 14 sts.. Knit to end. ( 48 sts. )
31st. to 33rd. Knit.
34th. Knit 6 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
35th. Knit 5 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
36th. Knit 4 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
37th. Knit 3 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
38th. Knit 2 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
39th. Knit 1 st., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
40th. Knit 2 together 6 times
You should have 6 stitches remaining.
Draw up and tie off the stitches.
Sew in the yarn ends.
"
( Repito, la autoría y derechos son de la página Wildlife Rescue Nets)
Listado de sitios a los que enviar ( vereis que en España aún no hay, habrá que buscarlo y ofrecerlo ): https://www.facebook.com/notes/902338813164020/
Source :
http://wildliferescuenests.weebly.com/
https://www.facebook.com/notes/902338813164020/
https://www.facebook.com/wildliferescuenests
Many thanks to Carolyn Walsh for creating the original pattern for knitted cave nests and also for reviewing the revised Mini cave nest pattern and making the first one to ensure it would work.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
I don't use a circular needle for this pattern. I use 7 inch double edged needles.
If you use a circular needle, it would be for only part of the nest.
3 - size 5 mm needles
2 strands of yarn
Cast on 6 sts. ( 2 on each needle) Join in round
1st Knit 1, increase 1, repeat to end of round. (4 sts. on each needle,12 sts. in total.)
2nd. Knit 2 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end of round.(18 sts. in total)
3rd. Knit 3 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end of round.( 24 sts.)
4th. Knit 4 sts., inc. 1 st., repeat to end. ( 30 sts.)
5th Knit 5 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (36 sts.)
6th. Knit 6 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (42 sts.)
7th Knit 7 sts., increase 1 st., repeat to end. (48 sts.)
At this point you should have 16 sts. on each needle
Rows 8 to 15 Knit
16 th. Cast off 14 sts., knit to end. ( 34 sts. )
17th. Purl row
18th. Knit to end.
19th. Purl
Repeat 18th. and 19th. rows, 5 times each. This makes the opening in the nest.
30th. Cast on 14 sts.. Knit to end. ( 48 sts. )
31st. to 33rd. Knit.
34th. Knit 6 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
35th. Knit 5 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
36th. Knit 4 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
37th. Knit 3 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
38th. Knit 2 sts., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
39th. Knit 1 st., knit 2 tog., repeat to end.
40th. Knit 2 together 6 times
You should have 6 stitches remaining.
Draw up and tie off the stitches.
Sew in the yarn ends.
"
( Repito, la autoría y derechos son de la página Wildlife Rescue Nets)
Listado de sitios a los que enviar ( vereis que en España aún no hay, habrá que buscarlo y ofrecerlo ): https://www.facebook.com/notes/902338813164020/
Source :
http://wildliferescuenests.weebly.com/
https://www.facebook.com/notes/902338813164020/
https://www.facebook.com/wildliferescuenests
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