The cozy Flyway Cowl is named for flight paths used by large numbers of migrating birds; the design was inspired by the epic journeys birds undertake together during each migration season. Its all-over stranded colorwork design features a decorative border that sets off a repeated motif of ducks in flight. The cowl begins with a provisional cas...

The Outfoxed Mitts pattern depicts an attentive Red Fox pausing to peer out from a gap in the reeds, her rusty coat accented by white fur on her chest and ears. Her white-tipped tail wraps around the outside of the hand, resting on the palm side of each mitt. Curious, intelligent, and often elusive, the fox is a common archetype appearing in fa...

A symbol of transformation, dragonflies typically spend the first few years of their lives underwater as aquatic nymphs, and undergo a series of molts before their final emergence as winged adults. The Aeshna Mitts pattern borrows its name from a genus of dragonflies and is inspired by this process of transition — rising from a prior stage of l...

A Barred Owl (scientific name Strix varia) perches in the bare winter branches, a beautiful, silent huntress keeping watch over the woods. The Varia Mitts design features a wide figurative panel on the back of each mitt, which wraps around to meet a narrower panel with a repeated motif on the palm side, as well as a border motif at the bottom. ...

The Folia Hat features a simple stranded motif inspired by leaves reflecting off the water’s surface, still and serene. The pattern is recommended for knitters who have experience with stranded colorwork, reading from charts, and knitting in the round. The sample shown above was knit in YOTH Yarns Little Brother in the Golden Kiwi and Oyster co...

Thula Mitts feature the Snowy Egret (scientific name Egretta thula) landing in marsh grass. Elegant and vivacious, these members of the heron family are social birds, often noted for their dramatic foraging and territorial displays. The design features a wide figurative panel on the back of each mitt, which wraps around to meet a narrower panel...

A tribute to hope and change, these stranded mitts feature a pair of orioles perching in leafy branches. In parts of the United States, orioles are considered to be harbingers of spring; they represent a sure sign that the bleakness of winter has given way to warmth and new life. The wide figurative panel on the back of each mitt wraps around t...

The Featherlight Beanie lives up to its name - light as a feather and impossibly soft - knit in Lux Adorna Knits’ 100% Cashmere Sport Weight yarn. The beanie begins with a contrasting edge and crisp ribbing, and features an alternating feather motif that circles the body of the hat. The following pattern is recommended for intermediate-level kn...

The design of these mitts features a subtle gradient that begins at the base of each mitt and culminates in a botanical flourish. The image is rendered in an array of radiant tones, reminiscent of autumn leaves illuminated by sunlight. The wide graphic panel on the back of each mitt wraps around to meet a narrower panel along the palm side. The...

The design of these fingerless mitts was inspired by the dandelion’s seed stage, commonly associated with wishmaking. A wide graphic panel on the back of each mitt wraps around to meet a narrower panel along the palm side of the mitt. This pattern is recommended for knitters who have experience with stranded colorwork, reading from charts, and ...

A tribute to strength, wisdom and gentleness, these fingerless mitts feature two detailed elephants accompanied by a decorative border and crisp ribbing. The wide figurative panel on the back of each mitt wraps around to meet a narrower patterned panel along the palm side of the mitt. This pattern is recommended for knitters who have experience...

Lilienstil Hat is a lightweight, slouchy beanie featuring a floral motif, accompanied by a folded ribbed band and pom pom. Named for the German term referring to “lily style” Art Nouveau, this hat carries a springlike spirit into the cooler months of the year. This pattern is recommended for intermediate level knitters who are comfortable with ...

These fingerless mitts feature a pair of underwing moths (known for the striking color on their hind wings that is often hidden from view) accompanied by a moon phase motif reflecting their nocturnal nature. A wide figurative panel on the back of each mitt wraps around to meet a narrower panel along the palm side of the mitt. This pattern is re...

Artifact Hat, which features a motif reminiscent of ancient pottery and architectural design, is a versatile pattern suitable for both men and women. This is a lightweight hat accentuated by a folded ribbed band to increase warmth around the ears, an intricate stranded motif, and a little bit of slouch. It offers a great chance to experiment wi...

These fingerless mitts feature a nature-inspired design, complemented by an intricate border and crisp ribbing. A wide figurative panel on the back of each mitt wraps around to meet a narrower panel along the palm side of the mitt. This pattern is recommended for knitters who have experience with stranded colorwork, reading from charts, and kni...

Inspired by the brilliant gold leaves of the honey locust trees lining the streets of downtown Philadelphia, this single-loop cowl features a graduated leaf motif anchored by contrasting decorative borders. This cowl is recommended for experienced stranded knitters who are comfortable reading from charts and knitting in the round. Beginning wit...

The design for Passerine Hat emerged out of a love for birds and fascination with their behavior and traits. Named for the order of birds characterized by perching habits, this fitted hat is worked seamlessly in the round, from ribbing to crown. It features a stranded bird motif in two contrasting colors and a crisp ribbing with a contrasting c...

This versatile cowl begins with a provisional cast-on, is then knit in the round (forming a tube), and then the ends are grafted together to form a continuous loop. It can be worn as a single loop around your neck, or can be doubled for a cozier fit.

This nature-inspired pattern is recommended for intermediate-level knitters who have experience with stranding and working from charts.