Love it or hate it, there is no getting rid of it. Pandora’s box is open and it is all out there now.

And I do use it, but only as a tool. Or for fun. Or because it is there and I want to play.

There is so much to say about generative AI, its uses, and its perceived dangers. And also how you can learn how to use it (for example, by coming to one of my workshops, but more about that in another post).

But in the meantime, here is something created by ChapGPT you may enjoy trying - and I would love to see the results if you do!

A KNITTING PATTERN FOR A STRING OF CUTE WOOLLY COTTAGES, CREATED BY GENERATIVE TEXT

Materials Needed:

• Yarn: DK (Double Knitting) yarn in pink or blue, and white.

• Knitting Needles: A size suitable for your yarn (e.g., 3.25mm or 3.75mm).

• Darning Needle: For sewing pieces together and weaving in ends.

• Stuffing: A small amount for each cottage.

Tension:

Not essential for this project, but ensure the fabric is firm enough so that the stuffing doesn't show.

Cottage Pattern (Make Several):

Roof (in Pink or Blue):

1. Cast On 14 stitches.

2. Row 1: Knit all stitches.

3. Row 2: Knit 1, knit 2 stitches together, knit to the last 3 stitches, slip-slip-knit, knit 1.

4. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until 2 stitches remain, knit 2 together, then cut the yarn leaving a long tail for sewing.

House Body (in White):

1. Cast On 12 stitches.

2. Rows 1-15: Work in stocking stitch (knit one row, purl the next) for 15 rows.

3. Cast Off.

Door and Windows (Embroider with Pink or Blue):

• Embroider a small door and windows onto the house body using pink yarn.

Assembly:

1. Sew Roof: Fold the roof piece in half and sew along the diagonal edge.

2. Attach Roof to House: Sew the roof onto the top of the house body.

3. Stuff and Finish: Lightly stuff the house before completely sewing it shut.

Creating the Bunting:

• Stringing the Cottages: Use a long piece of yarn to thread the cottages together. You can use a crochet hook or a darning needle to pass the yarn through the top of each cottage.

• Spacing: Keep the cottages evenly spaced. Consider adding knots or bows in the yarn between each cottage for added decoration.

Additional Tips:

• Adjust the size by changing the number of cast-on stitches and rows, keeping the proportions in mind.

• Maintain even tension to avoid the cottages becoming misshapen.

• Get creative with the details like doors, windows, and even small chimneys.

This pattern will create a delightful string of cottages that can be used as bunting for home decoration. Feel free to alter colours and details to suit your taste or interior design. Enjoy your knitting!