Patriotic Starburst Coffee Cup Cozy

This cozy is the perfect blend of patriotic colors and fun textures, featuring a starburst motif that stands out beautifully. Made using a combination of basic stitches, it's ideal for knitters looking to expand their skills while crafting.

Materials

• Worsted weight yarn in Red (50g), White (50g), and Blue (50g)
• US size 8 (5.0 mm) knitting needles
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Measuring tape
• Scissors

Gauge

18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in Stockinette stitch.

Abbreviations

• k = knit
• p = purl
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• k2tog = knit two together
• yo = yarn over
• RS = right side
• WS = wrong side

Instructions

1. Using the blue yarn, cast on 40 stitches.
2. Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 4 rows.
3. Switch to Stockinette stitch (knit all rows) for the next 10 rows.
4. Change to red yarn. Work in stripes: 2 rows of red, then 2 rows of white, and finally 2 rows of blue.
5. On the last row of blue, start the starburst pattern:

Row 1: (RS) *k1, yo, k3, yo, k1, k2tog (5 stitches made) - repeat from * to end of row.

6. Work 2 rows of regular Stockinette stitch to smooth out the starburst.
7. Switch back to red and finish with 2 rows of ribbing (K1, P1).
8. Bind off all stitches loosely.
9. Weave in all ends using the yarn needle.
10. Block to shape if necessary, and enjoy your new cozy!

Feel free to modify colors and styles to match any occasion. Happy knitting!