As a super fan of Science Fiction stories of humanity exploring the cosmos, I have always been in awe of the planets in our solar system. This mobile is my way of being close to other planets.
All the planets are knitted in the round and use small amounts of yarn, making this a great way to use up yarn in your stash.
The pattern is available to buy on Ravelry and Lovecrafts.
To help you decide if you want to make this pattern, I’ve outlined all the skills, yarn and materials that you need to make this pattern in this post.
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I’ve written about the inspiration for this crochet pattern at the very end of the post, if you would like to read it, click the link!
Intermediate
Colourwork
Knitting in the round
Picked up stitches / lifted increases
Stockinette stitch
Yarn for the planets
Please note that the colours pictured may be different to the ones listed.
Stylecraft Special DK (8 Py); 295 m (323 yards) per 100g; 100% acrylic
11g / 32 m / 36 yards in Cloud Blue (1019) (Blue)
5g / 15 m / 16 yards in Grey (1099)
4g / 12 m / 13 yards in Kelly Green (826) (Green)
3g / 9 m / 10 yards in Lipstick (1246) (Red)
5g / 15 m / 16 yards in Parchment (1218) (Light Brown)
13g / 38 m / 42 yards in Sunshine (1114) (Yellow)
2g / 6 m / 6 yards in White (1001)
King Cole Splash DK (8 Ply); 292 m (319 yards) per 100g; 100% acrylic
9g / 27 m / 29 yards in Frappucino (Variegated Red/Brown)
12g / 35 m / 39 yards in Sweet Dreams (Variegated yarn containing Pink / Grey / Yellow)
7g / 21 m / 22 yards in Powder Blue (Variegated Blue and White)
Yarn for the mobile cover
Stylecraft Special DK (8 Py); 295 m (323 yards) per 100g; 100% acrylic
50g / 148 m / 162 yards in Sunshine (1114) (Yellow).
This yellow represents the sun or you could alternatively knit a strip of black with flecks of white to represent a starry night sky.
You will need to use 5 double pointed needles for each planet sphere.
To make the rings of Saturn you will need 9 double pointed needles.
For the planets
For the mobile
11 sc x 11 rows to measure 5 x 5 cm (2 x 2 in) using a 3 mm hook or size needed to obtain stated gauge.
Diameter of each planet:
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My ultimate favourite thing to do is to watch science fiction TV shows whilst knitting or crocheting.
For some time I wasn’t sure how to combine my two favourite hobbies, science fiction and crafting. So I was over the moon when I had the idea to design a Knitted Solar System Pattern.
As a super fan of science fiction stories of humanity exploring space and living on distant or nearby planets. I’m fascinated by the planets in our solar system.
This pattern is my expression of how much I love the world around me and has already given me so much joy!
I used this pattern to create a beautiful mobile for my nephew and I intend on creating one for myself. I plan on hanging mine in the corner of my living room, as a way of reminding me of how awesome the universe that I live in is.
I’ll make my own Knitted Solar System once I finally buy my own home.
I would love to see your pictures of this design on Instagram, please tag me @ruthhaydock and use the hashtag #ruthhaydockdesigns
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