Traditionally, the watch cap was worn by sailors of the US Navy and Coast Guard during extreme weather conditions. Imagine if these tough sailors had added a pompon to their warm caps.

These fingerless gloves are perfect for cold-weather activities that require some manual dexterity, like driving, using binoculars, riding a bike, or taking pictures. They have half-fingers and a mitten top that flaps up over the fingers; the thumb is completely covered. The extra-long cuffs can be turned up or worn long. The mitts are knit usi...

Show your pride in the Centennial State with a cap that looks like the Colorado State flag! This cap is knitted in the round on circular needles with a hemmed edge. The “C” is knitted separately and stitched on after the cap is completed. The dense fabric and the deep hem help keep out the cold on the slopes, on the trail, or around town.

When you want a warm, practical sock that’ll do the job for everyday use, these are the socks for you. They’re comfy and will keep your toes toasty when you’re taking a hike, splitting firewood, or lazing around the house. They are knit from the top down on double-pointed needles. The heel is constructed with a heel flap. Bottoms of the toes ar...

Perfect for a chilly morning at the Grand Canyon or in your own backyard, this is your go-to sweater. The boatneck raglan pullover is knit from the top down and is completely seamless. The body of the sweater is knit in broken rib stitch. The sweater is designed using concepts from Barbara G. Walker’s seminal “Knitting from the Top.”

For generations, hand-crafted blankets have welcomed new babies into our families. This little blanket incorporates traditional knitting patterns to create a pattern reminiscent of quilt blocks. The blanket uses only knit and purl stitches, and is composed of alternating heart pattern motifs and blocks of seed stitch, all edged with seed stitch.

When I first saw an example of the knitted crosses, I was intrigued by their beauty and simplicity. I wanted to try them out to see what they could do. This simple scarf is primarily knits and purls. The Indian Cross rows make a nice detail in the stripe pattern. It looks complicated, but is easy to master. You can make the scarf from any weigh...

Show your spirit and pride with these colorful knit caps. Whatever your passion – national pride, school support, or a rainbow of colors, it’s quick and easy to knit up a cap or two. For extra fun, add a braided tassel to the peak of the cap.

So easy, you can knit up a pair of fingerless gloves in a weekend. Great for keeping hands warm in a chilly office or toasting to a beautiful fall day!

Completely customizable cap for anyone of any size. You can make it any size you want, from baby-sized on up, with the tiniest bit of math. It’s easy to make a quick hat for a sporting event, an out-of-town visitor coming from a warmer climate, or a little something for a quick gift.

Mom always said that mittens are warmer than gloves. This clever handwarmer grew out of the need for my bicycling daughter to shift gears during her winter commutes. Turns out there are other times a person needs an index finger in the cold – taking pictures, using binoculars, scratching a nose, sipping a cup of tea, pinching the wind-reddened ...

Double layers for double warmth! Lining for the ear flaps and head band make this stocking cap super warm. The hat is knitted in the round without seams. The flaps are knitted first and then joined to the first round of knitting for the cap. The second layer is joined to the main body from the inside and attached at the edges by single crochet....

Having recently spent far too long at an airport baggage claim carousel, watching as dozens of identical black duffel bags went around and around, soccer team members each looking for his own bag, I was reminded of the need for easily identifiable luggage. In a world of black rollies and duffels,our luggage needs a way to stand out from the cro...

When my daughter Sarah needed a hat for a family trip to wintry Colorado, I took my inspiration from the popular “hats with flaps” to design this simple hat. It is easily customizable, with use of variegated yarn, stripes, contrasting trim, or whatever speaks to you.

These fingerless gloves are perfect for outdoor activities that require a little manual dexterity, like taking pictures or using binoculars. They have a mitten top that can flap up over the fingers if the weather gets chilly. They’re knit using sock-weight yarn on double-pointed needles.