Welcome! I’m Mary Lee… the knitter and designer behind Fifty Four Ten Studio. I have been knitting, sewing and crafting since I was about eight years old. I published my first knitting pattern in 2013 and my collection now includes more than 70 designs. Fifty Four Ten Studio is named for the house number of the home my grandparents purchased when my mother was a young girl.
Have a question about Fifty Four Ten Studio knitting patterns? Many of the frequently asked questions are addressed on this page. Find help with how to purchase my knitting patterns, downloading PDF patterns, discounts & free patterns, yarn suggestions, selecting the best pattern for your project, knitting techniques, and more. Questions sorted by topic.
Thanks so much for your interest in my Fifty Four Ten Studio knitting patterns!
Mary Lee
How to purchase Fifty Four Ten Studio patterns?
My knitting patterns are available to purchase through several online shops. Purchase my Fifty Four Ten Studio patterns here on my website and on Ravelry. Many of my patterns are also available on Etsy.
How do I access my digital PDF pattern that I purchased?
After payment clears (which is usually very quickly) you will receive an automated email with a link to click and download the PDF file for the pattern(s) you purchased.
Be sure to save the PDF file to Google Drive, iCloud or your computer, iPad or other device for unlimited future reference.
If you purchase a pattern on Ravelry and are a registered Ravelry user (be sure to log in before shopping!) you will have an option to add the PDF pattern to your Ravelry library.
I’m having trouble receiving the PDF pattern I purchased. How do I get help?
First, check your “spam” or “junk” folder for the automated email from FiftyFourTenStudio.com, Ravelry or Etsy. (Sometimes these automated emails end up in the wrong place by mistake.) The email will include a link to click and download each PDF pattern purchased.
If you did not receive the link to download the pattern or have any trouble with your transaction… contact Mary Lee at FiftyFourTenStudio@gmail.com. Or, use the contact form at the bottom of this page.
I will make every effort to reply quickly. However, please allow up to 24 - 48 hours for a reply.
Please do not use Instagram or Facebook for customer service messages.
I purchased a pattern on Etsy and the download link does not work. How do I get the pattern?
If you made a purchase from my Etsy shop and have trouble finding or opening the link to download the pattern… go to your Etsy account and click “Purchases & Reviews” and then click the “Help with Order” button. Then, write a message regarding how you need assistance. Or, send an email to Mary Lee at FiftyFourTenStudio@gmail.com.
Please include your email address. I will email the PDF file(s) to you. I will make every effort to reply quickly. However, there may be times when it takes 24 - 48 hours to receive a reply.
Can I print the PDF pattern after purchasing and downloading it?
Yes! You may print the PDF pattern for your personal use. If you need assistance with printing, you may forward the PDF file to a friend or print shop.
PDF and printed patterns are for personal use and may not be distributed to others without permission.
Be sure to save the PDF file to Google Drive, iCloud or your computer, iPad or other device for unlimited future reference.
Do you sell printed copies of Fifty Four Ten Studio patterns?
No. At this time, I only sell digital PDF knitting patterns. However, many local yarn shops are able to assist with purchasing my patterns via Ravelry for their customers. They may provide printing of the pattern. Check with your local yarn shop.
Will you mail a printed paper copy of the knitting pattern?
No. I’m sorry I do not provide printing and mailing of my patterns.
Does Fifty Four Ten Studio sell gift certificates?
Yes! Click here to buy a Fifty Four Ten Studio gift certificate. Each gift card comes with a unique code that can be used when shopping on FiftyFourTenStudio.com. There’s an option to write a personal message and you can pick to send the gift card to your email address or the gift recipient’s email address.
Wholesale Knitting Patterns for Yarn Shops:
Most of my digital knitting patterns are available at wholesale prices through Ravelry’s In-store Sales Program. This system allows shop owners to print and/or email the pattern to their customers. Click here to see all of my knitting patterns on Ravelry. Owners of brick-and-mortar local yarn shops can get more details and enroll in Ravelry’s In-store Sales Program for selling PDF knitting patterns on Ravelry.
For any questions about wholesale pattern purchases… contact Mary Lee at: FiftyFourTenStudio@gmail.com.
Do you offer any “pattern bundle” or “bulky purchase” discounts?
Yes! Buy three (3) or more of my patterns on FiftyFourTenStudio.com, Ravelry, or Etsy in one transaction and receive 15% off your order. This offer is available every day.
On FiftyFourTenStudio.com use coupon code: EVERYDAY15
No coupon code needed on Ravelry. Add three patterns to the cart and the discount will automatically be applied.
These discounts are only available on FiftyFourTenStudio.com, Ravelry and Etsy.
Do you have any free knitting patterns?
Yes! Click here to see all of my free PDF instant download Fifty Four Ten Studio knitting patterns.
How do I find out about special offers or introductory free pattern offers for Fifty Four Ten Studio patterns?
Learn about special offers by signing up for my Fifty Four Ten Studio newsletter. It is published about 1 - 2 times per month. Newsletters include announcements about new knitting patterns (including details about introductory free pattern offers!), new blog posts, photos of customer projects, and more. Click here to sign up for the Fifty Four Ten Studio newsletter.
You can also find updates on new patterns on @fiftyfourtenstudio on Instagram and Facebook.
What is your favorite yarn for knitting a blanket or a scarf?
This is one of the most frequent questions I receive! There are so many yarn options to consider. See all the details about my favorite yarns for knitting blankets (as well as scarves, pillows and other projects) in the blog posts linked below. Each blog post includes yarns in a range of price points and a variety of fiber content (wool, acrylic, cotton, etc.), as well as links to shopping resources.
#4 Weight Yarn: More than 25 Worsted Weight Yarns for Blanket Knitting
#5 Weight Yarn: 15 Bulky Yarn Suggestions for Knitting Chunky Blankets
#6 Weight Yarn: 12 Super Bulky Yarns for Knitting Cozy Blankets & Afghans
Does Fifty Four Ten Studio sell yarn?
No. But, you can find shopping resources for all my favorite yarns in the blog posts listed above.
Which blanket knitting pattern is the best for beginning knitters?
Beginning knitters have successfully used almost all of my knitting patterns. Many beginners say that my patterns have helped them gain confidence in their knitting skills. If you are a first time knitter… see the blanket knitting patterns that I recommend for beginners in this blog post.
Do you have any reversible knitting patterns?
Yes! Click here to see all of my reversible scarf knitting patterns.
These blanket knitting patterns feature reversible stitch patterns:
Worsted or Aran #4 Yarn: These Days Blanket, The Days to Come Blanket, Touch of Kindness Blanket, Looking Forward Blanket, Quality Time Blanket and Scarf, and Meadow Lane Blanket (this pattern is free to download every day).
Bulky #5 Weight Yarn: Little Moments Blanket, Together Again Blanket, and Happy Endings Blanket (two sided - looks different but interesting on both sides).
Super Bulky #6 Weight Yarn: Game Time Blanket and The Boulevard Blanket (this pattern is free to download every day).
Which knitting pattern is best for hand-dyed multi-color or variegated yarn?
Here are several knitting pattern suggestions for multi-color or variegated yarns:
My dear friend made a one-of-a-kind baby blanket using the On the Porch blanket knitting pattern and a gorgeous hand-dyed worsted yarn.
The Meadow Lane Blanket (for worsted or Aran yarn) and The Boulevard Blanket (for super bulky yarn) look fabulous with multi-color yarns. The stitch pattern is simple enough to allow a variegated yarn to be “the star of the show”. Both of these patterns are free to download every day.
The easy to knit 4-row repeat stitch pattern featured in the Quality Time Scarf & Blanket (for worsted yarn) and the Game Time Scarf & Blanket (for super bulky yarn) works very nicely with multi-color yarns.
Gently variegated yarns with subtle color variation will work well with The Days to Come Blanket and Room with a View Scarf knitting patterns.
What cast on method do you use?
I use the long tail cast-on method I learned as a young girl. I learned to do it with two hands... working the 'long-tail' with my left hand and wrapping the needle with the working yarn with my right hand. There is a tutorial on PurlSoho.com for the "long tail cast-on thumb method" that is pretty close to how I cast on.
How do you block your finished blanket and scarf knitting projects?
I recommend blocking many of my knitting projects because it dramatically improves the appearance. Blocking makes stitch patterns “pop”, evens out inconsistencies in stitches, and smooths out lumps and puckering. Careful blocking often takes a project from looking “average” to stunning. Click here to see all of my step-by-step blocking tips.
Can straight needles be used to knit a blanket?
Most likely… no. Except for very tiny baby blankets, most of the time it’s not possible to fit all of the stitches for knitting a blanket on straight needles. I highly recommend using circular knitting needles to knit a blanket. Click here to get more details in my blog post about this topic.
Do you have any knitting tutorial videos?
No… I don’t have any knitting videos. (Perhaps some day but so far it’s just not my thing!) However, click the links to see my other blog post knitting tutorials:
How to get 'clean' edges when knitting blankets
Where is Fifty Four Ten Studio located?
Fifty Four Ten Studio is based out of my home studio where I design, knit, write pattern instructions, photograph my design samples, and answer knitters questions via email. I live in a suburb of Kansas City… my hometown. Favorite places and landmarks in Kansas City have inspired the names of a few of my knitting patterns including The Parkway Pillow, Westport Blanket, State Line Blanket and Third Street Blanket.
Is there a Fifty Four Ten Studio shop that I can visit?
No… there is not a physical Fifty Four Ten Studio shop to visit. My digital PDF knitting patterns are available to purchase online here on my website, Ravelry and Etsy.
Does Fifty Four Ten Studio sell anything in addition to knitting patterns?
Yes! Fifty Four Ten Studio has a Zazzle Shop that offers cute, thoughtful gifts for knitters. My Zazzle shop offers knitting themed tote bags, cute coffee mugs, “handmade with love” gift tags, inspiring journal notebooks and more! Click here to check out my Zazzle Shop!
My new shop on Zazzle has cute knitting themed project tote bags and coffee mugs, as well as other gifts for knitters and makers. (My favorite is the “In My Knitting Era” tote bag!) Thanks for taking a minute to check out the collection in my Fifty Four Ten Studio Zazzle Shop!
If you need additional assistance… I’m happy to help!
Use the form below to contact Mary Lee at Fifty Four Ten Studio. Please allow 24 - 48 hours for a reply.
