Renee Van Hoy

eBooks available as Ravelry Downloads

eBook : 6 patterns

For accessibility this pattern e-book is available in my etsy.com shop. Six bright patterns will make your looms burst with color and creativity. These patterns are made to show off your most beautiful striped yarns, or let your solid colors shine. Five of the patterns are adaptable to any gauge loom, with recommendations in the patterns for yarn weight and peg numbers. Techniques include lace edgings, gathers, color striping, shaping, bias knitting, short rows, wave stitch, slip stitch, and eyelet stitches. Let your loom bloom with color and creativity!

eBook : 3 patterns

For accessibility this pattern collection is available in my etsy.com shop and Payhip shop for $9.00 US. A collection of three patterns from Invisible Loom: Little Kitten Mitts, Big Kitty Mitts, and Mittens for Kittens. Mitts and mittens made in one piece with a comfortable thumb and adjustable fit. Your kittens will never lose their mittens again.

eBook : 8 patterns

Little Scarves, Too: Go Fly a Kite

eBook : 8 patterns

For accessibility this e-book is available for purchase in my etsy.com store and in my Payhip shop for $12.00.

eBook : 6 patterns

The shawls in this collection have a romantic feel to them – a little lace here, a soft ruffle there, a new shape, a different texture. I’ve added some different lace styles to give you a feeling of Shetland, Estonian and other traditional lace styles. The pattern names are a tribute to Georgette Heyer, an author to whose romantic comedies I have spent many enjoyable hours listening while loom knitting.

eBook : 7 patterns

Loom Knit Shawls Vol. II is a multi-part .pdf ebook, that includes seven patterns in a 24 point large print text file (90 pages), a 12 point paper-saver file (36 pages), cover, 6 pages of photos, and two pages of diagrams. The files are kindle, tablet and screen reader friendly. A full preview of the patterns from “Loom Knit Shawls Vol. II: Colorwork, Shapes and Lace” may be seen at Invisible Loom: http://invisibleloomcraft.blogspot.com/

eBook : 5 patterns

Five loom knit shawl patterns and their variations will take you from a simple small shawlette on a large gauge loom, to a delicate lace weight yarn confection made on a ½ inch gauge loom. All the patterns may be made on a single 60 peg ½ inch gauge hat loom.

eBook : 3 patterns

The patterns from the original Kitty Mitts collection have been my most knit patterns, so now seemed like a good time to add a few more.

eBook : 7 patterns

For accessibility this ebook is available in my etsy shop and Payhip shop.Small Shawls and Tea Parties: Seven patterns to knit small, or large, and the recipes they inspired. $14.00 U.S This pattern collection started out as a sequel to “Little Scarves”. Little scarves, small shawls, you say scarf, I say shawl. I hope you will enjoy the collection whatever you call your scarves, shawlettes, wraps or shawls. When you need a break from knitting, make yourself a nice relaxing cup of tea and read through the recipes. I have incorporated a new peg gauge for most of the patterns, the “3/8 inch fine” gauge made by CinDwood Looms and some custom loom makers. 3/8 fine is a smaller gauge than the 3/8 inch small gauge made by KB looms and Martha Stewart. Here is a list of loom gauges available for the patterns:

eBook : 4 patterns

A set of four summer themed washcloths or dishcloths for loom knitters. Unlike the typical picture cloth, I included easy to work wrapped stitches that give the images extra texture and depth.

eBook : 6 patterns

For accessibility this pattern collection is Available in my etsy.com shop and in my Payhip shop for $12.00 US. The Cozy Cable Collection has six coordinating patterns for loom knitters. Easy on your hands, easy on your looms, these are fun and fast patterns you are sure to love. The e-book comes in two versions, a large print (24 point font) and small print (12 point font) file. Both have a cover and full photo gallery.

eBook : 3 patterns

This e-book and pattern collection are available at etsy.com for $24.00. The Loom Knitter’s Stitch Dictionary includes over 100 single rake stitch patterns, written for both flat panel and in the round use. The book is arranged by stitch pattern type, with the following chapters: Special price - buy this book and Volume Two and receive $3.00 off. Applies to previous purchases if buying a second volume.

eBook : 1 pattern

This e-book and pattern are available for sale for $24.00 at etsy.com. If you have also purchased the first stitch dictionary, send me an etsy convo and let me know. I will give you a $3.00 credit.

eBook : 11 patterns

Available from etsy.com for $12.00 US.

eBook : 2 patterns

For accessibility this e-book is available in my etsy shop and Payhip shop. The Wingspan for Loom Knitters e-book includes the original Wingspan for Loom Knitters pattern, the Wingspan in Lace for Loom Knitters pattern, and a section on sizing, choosing your loom, and selecting your yarn. The patterns are set up so that you may make your Wingspan not only in a variety of stitch designs, but in many sizes, three different loom gauges, and four different yarn weights. You can make your very own unique Wingspan.

eBook : 4 patterns

Four winter themed washcloth patterns written for three loom gauges: 1/4 inch fine, 3/8 inch fine, and 3/8 inch small. The patterns use 33 or 34 pegs flat knit. All gauges use worsted weight cotton yarn. A soft cotton like Comfy works very nicely for the patterns. Standard kitchen cotton may also be used.

eBook : 4 patterns

A collection of four winter themed washcloths for loom knitters. Fully written directions as well as color coded charts with a loom knitter’s key. The e-book is written in 24 point large print font, and is screen reader, tablet and e-reader friendly.

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Knitting: Potholder, Bib
You-Name-Its: Double Knit Hot Pads, Bibs, Squares and Rectangles is also available in my etsy shop for an accessible option. This “multi-pattern” includes step by step tutorials for the Double Knit Ribbing Stitch, Double 8 Cast-on, Double Sided Knitted Cast-off and a two peg i-cord for a double rake loom. Directions for a 6 inch Hot Pad as well...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
For accessibility, this pattern is available in my etsy shop. This pattern is also available as part of my recorded class “Brioche and Tuck Stitches” in my etsy shop. The basic beanie becomes something special when the ribbed brim is a thick, cushy two-color brioche and the body is a wonderfully textured tuck stitch. All Tucked Up combines the ...
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy shop and Payhip shop. This little picture cloth uses textured knit and purl stitches to create dimension. The little bumps have a technical name: nupps. In needle knitting, nupps have a scary reputation, but they are very easy to work on a knitting loom. The pattern is written step-by-step,...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
For accessibility this pattern is available for purchase in my etsy shop which is accessible to screen readers and also in my Payhip shop. The Comforting Friend Shawls were designed based on a poll taken in the loom knitters group and originally published as a mystery loom-a-long in four parts during May, 2020. The final pattern contains direct...
Knitting: Scarf
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. A softly draped scarf that gathers in gentle pleats to keep you warm in style. Two loom options are written into the pattern.
Knitting: Coffee / Tea Pot
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop and Payhip shop. This tea cozy will keep a teapot warm and dress up a table with its checked design. The slipped stitch checkers are decorative as well as warm, creating a double layer within the cozy. Only one color is used for each row, so the knitting is a pleasure.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
For accessibility this pattern is available in my Payhip shop. This sweet shawlette has a wide lace flounce all around the edges. Worked in DK weight yarn on a 5/8 inch gauge loom, it is a fun and chunky lace that knits up quickly. There are also notes for making a full sized shawl. A perfect gift for the bride in your family. The lace steps ar...
Knitting: Cowl
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop and my Payhip shop. This quick knit cowl packs a lot of punch with its chunky cables. Two sizes and lots of loom options, including a one skein cowl, make this a nice gift for the special someone you want to keep warm and cozy.
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy shop and Payhip shop. The Teatime Washcloth is also available as part of the Cindwood Masterclass Series class “Using Needle Knit Patterns on your Knitting Loom, Part 2”. This little picture cloth uses textured knit and purl stitches to create dimension. The little bumps have a technical na...
Knitting: Cape
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop and in my Payhip shop. The Island Cape is a soft, thick cape that wraps around your shoulders and neck with an overlap at the front. It has a lovely drape that will fit beautifully around your back. The size is generous and the wrap-a-round style works well for a small to extra lar...
Knitting: Cowl, Scarf
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. A tribute to Fisherman’s Sweaters of the past, Gone Fishing incorporates eight separate panels, each with a different stitch pattern, all framed in garter stitch. The pattern is very detailed, with step-by-step instructions. If you can knit and purl, you can make Gone Fishing.
Knitting: Cowl
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. This pattern combines the long color changes of “cake and ice cream” yarn with a nicely textured stitch pattern. The texture gives interest to the colors, while keeping the knitting simple and fun. Dozens of possible peg combinations are given for you to choose from. Customize the...
Knitting: Baby Blanket
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. “Jack be nimble, Jack be quick”, this blanket lives up to its name sake by being quick and simple to make. The textured stitch pattern of knit and purl stitches creates a beautiful fabric that any baby will love to be wrapped in. The pattern is easily adjusted to a larger size. Th...
Knitting: Cowl
For accessibility this pattern is also available in my etsy.com shop. Honeybear is also available as part of the Cindwood Masterclass Series class “Mosaic Colorwork for Loom Knitters. Mosaic slip-stitch colorwork is just another way of saying “easy and impressive”. This pretty cowl looks hard, but if you can knit and purl, you can make it. No s...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. This fun little hat has a hidden twist. The pattern includes several tips for how to easily keep track of your ribbing and how to read your knitting. Knits, purls, and a few stitch markers are all you need. Then you just swirl away.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Cowl
This pattern is available in my etsy.com shop for accessibility. Triple Z is also available as part of the Cindwood Masterclass Series class “Using Needle Knit Patterns on your Knitting Loom, Part 1. Triple Z - Z hat, Z cowl & Z ears. One pattern makes them all – and they are one in the same. Knit on the bias using a long color stripe yarn,...
Knitting: Cowl
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. Add a little bit of lace to a little bit of cabling and you have a beautiful cowl. This is a perfect pattern for variegated and solid yarns. It has a sophisticated look that makes it the great fall accessory and a lovely holiday gift. A variety of looms may be used, and beads may ...
Knitting: Cape
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. Moondance is also included as part of the Cindwood Masterclass Series class “Beading for Loom Knitters“. A bit of lace, a few beads sprinkled here and there, and you have an elegant capelet perfect for summer evenings. On cooler days, wear Moondance as a lacy cowl, warm and cozy a...
Knitting: Scarf
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. Part cowl, part shawl, part scarf and all fun. Leafing is scarf that likes to be worn in different ways. Lace it up, add beads, pin it together – there is no wrong way to wear Leafing.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
This pattern is available in my etsy.com shop which is accessible to screen readers. Fast, fun and fabulous. A collection of eight patterns that let you make your Cheetahs just the way you want them to look.
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. This classic star shaped washcloth is fast and fun to make. Eyelets accent the star shape, while short rows create the pretty round cloth.
Knitting: Scarf
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. This fun scarf has scalloped ruffle edges, a garter stitch body, and is perfect for just about any color wool yarn. It is a show-stopper in a long color repeat yarn.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. Bring out your inner artist with The Artist’s Palette Shawl. This collection of four loom knit shawl designs was originally designed for the August 2013 Mystery Loom-a-long in the Loom Knitters Group.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
A pretty pair of fingerless mitts, worked in the round with just a touch of lace and picot edging. You’ll need a 1/2 inch gauge loom with 21, 22 or 25 pegs working in the round to make these mitts.
Knitting: Cloche Hat
Country Day Hat is also available as part of the Cindwood Masterclass Series class “Nupps and Bobbles for Loom Knitters. This stylish hat has some great techniques to add to your loom knitting repertoire. The brim will show you how to shape fabric and wrap pegs with short rows; the band demonstrates how different knit stitches may be used to sh...
Knitting: Bonnet
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. Baby’s Sweet Bonnet is a pattern sure to become a classic in your loom library. It is a lovely gift, that uses less than 1 skein of basic cotton yarn, and may be made in just a few hours. The entire bonnet including the ties is made in one piece. A perfect gift for the new baby in...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Travel by Rail Shawl is a shawl for every loomer. It may be loomed flat on a large, regular, or small gauge loom, with worsted, DK, or fingering weight yarn. The shawl is a mid-sized shawl, worked in two colors, and trimmed with ribbon around the edges.
Knitting: Boot Cuffs / Toppers, Cuffs
Travel by Rail Cuffs are a soft, ruffled cuff that may be worn three ways: as a wrist cuff, a boot topper, or a pant cuff. A 1/2 inch gauge loom with 18 pegs and dk or worsted weight yarn are needed for the pattern.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A simple but elegant beret, perfect to wear when you want to be warm and comfortable, but still stylish with a touch of elegance. The band is relaxed with a lace edge, so it does not pull down your hair.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop and in my Payhip shop. Perfect for warmer weather, this lace confection is made from silk and mohair yarn, and may be wrapped several ways. There is a 10 inch wide and 15 inch wide version. The ruffled edge is loomed all in one with the wrap. It is a treat to make and to wear.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The original “Jane’s Shawl” was inspired by the 2011 Jane Eyre film. The pattern was made on a small knitting loom, but there were many requests for a version to be made with needles.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. This shawl was inspired by the 2011 “Jane Eyre” film. This is a revised version which adds two more sizes to the original shawl. All three are made on a 1/2 inch gauge knitting loom with at least (33/42/55) pegs.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Abalone is a narrow wrap that has an elegant bunting edge that is knit at the same time as the body. It is one of those patterns that will have people saying “I didn’t know you could make that on a loom.”
Knitting: Scarf
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop and Payhip shop. Ever wanted to make a ruffled dragon? This is your chance. Short row ruffles are a snap to make, and you will have fun making the LSD (Leafy Sea Dragon) as it has come to be known in the Loom Knitter’s Group.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The fabric of this soft wrap takes inspiration from the colors and contrasting textures of the sea shore. The soft mohair yarn has an open, wavy stitch that “catches” the handspun in its threads. The handspun is left with loose ends to mingle with the lacy threads. Opposites play together to make a soft wrap or scarf that is a delight to wear.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop and in my Payhip shop. This is a simple, lovely, easy to wear beret that can be made on any round or adjustable knitting loom with a multiple of 5 plus 1 stitches. A variety of yarns from chunky to DK weight will work, but the lace shows best in the lighter weight yarns. Stitches u...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Dandelion Shawlette is a gentle crescent with a lovely wide lace edging that is knit at the same time as the body of the shawlette. It may be adjusted by adding extra repeats in the center back.
Knitting: Cowl
A softly scalloped cowl made from the Delphinium Lace stitch. It is a lovely combination of knits and purls that creates a softly wavy fabric, with a textured lace pattern and scalloped edges. It will work equally well in a scarf or made wider for a shawl.
Knitting: Pullover
This is a lacy sweater made in one piece, with minimal seaming. This pattern has been updated to include additional size options, as well as two sleeve options.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This shawl is flat knit on a 1/2 inch gauge knitting loom with at least 46 pegs. 480 yards of wool/silk blend was used for the body of the shawl, and 120 yards of accent color was used for the edging. The lace rows give the shawl a simple yet very beautiful design. The shawl is especially pretty worn off-center, with the ends wrapped around and...
Knitting: Throw
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. This is a loom knit afghan in the Feather and Fan Stitch. It requires a 1/2 inch gauge loom with at least 118 pegs flat knit and uses 9 skeins of Lion Brand Wool-ease Thick and Quick yarn. A longer afghan may be made by adding additional skeins of yarn.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This shawlette is flat knit on a loom with at least 33 pegs in 1/2 inch gauge. The pattern uses the Diamond Box stitch pattern. Fingering weight yarn was used for the example, but double stranded. Dk weight in a single strand will also work.
Knitting: Cardigan
This is a loom knit baby cardigan flat knit on a 5/8 inch gauge loom with 24 to 28 pegs. It is perfect for an advanced beginner, and knits up quickly for the little one in your life. Sizing is for 6, 9, or 12 months.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Miss Matty’s Capelet was inspired by a very charming PBS series called “Cranford”, based on the Victorian novellas by Elizabeth Gaskell. The very sweet Miss Matty wears lovely capelets like this throughout the series.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Geranium Petal Shawl takes its inspiration from the simple lines of Baktus and Karius scarves. These long, narrow triangles may be worn in many ways, around the shoulders, around the neck, with the point to the front, back or side. The original size makes a nice shawlette, with long, narrow ties and a shorter back. The new, larger sized ver...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop and Payhip shop. Simple Lace Wrap is also available in my etsy shop as part of the Masterclass series “Swatching and Blocking for Loom Knitters”. A simple, elegant shawl, perfect for learning to work lace eyelets on the loom. It shows off striped and variegated yarn beautifully. Th...
Knitting: Throw
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. The Mr. Woodhouse’ Afghan pattern makes a chunky, cozy afghan. Made on a large gauge knitting loom in 3/4 inch gauge, you will need a loom with at least 60 pegs flat knit. The finished size is about 40 by 60 inches. The afghan is textured with a simple eyelet pattern to give the f...
Knitting: Cape
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. The Peony Cape patterns are also available as part of the Cindwood Looms Masterclass Series presentation on “Everything you need to know to read a pattern.” Two patterns in one, a ruffled cape or a plain cape, both are fun and easy to make. You will need a 5/8 inch or 1/2 inch gau...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
For accessibility, this pattern is available in my etsy shop. Garter stitch is a loom knitter’s friend. It creates a warm, cozy and reversible fabric when knit in super bulky yarn in a large gauge, and it lays flat without a border. The addition of three large buttons lets this wrap act as a cardigan, covering the shoulders and buttoning across...
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A traditional tam that has a fun little way of shaping without any special knitting tricks. This is perfect for beginner who can knit and purl.
Knitting: Cardigan
This soft jacket is worked on a knitting loom all in one piece. The body is worked in a wide ribbed stitch, and the edging is added in simple crochet stitches.
Knitting: Cowl
A soft and wide collar that may be worn “up” with a split collar, or “down” with the collar falling over your shoulders. The contrasting stitching on either side gives the pattern interest, and the crochet edging defines the layers.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
This pattern is knitted on a round 3/4 inch large gauge knitting loom, with 40 to 42 pegs. A larger loom may be used for a bigger infant.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
For accessibility, this pattern is available in my etsy shop.
Knitting: Scarf
For accessibility this pattern is available in my etsy.com shop. This little scarf is worn in many ways, as a collar, as a wrap, front, back or sideways. It is made on a 1/2 inch or 5/8 inch gauge knitting loom. A simple lace eyelet runs through the gently curved shape of the Poppy, just a little but nothing too hard to knit.
Knitting: Scarf
A double knit scarf made on a large gauge double rake with 24 pegs. The scarf is tied with a small i-cord and a little ruffle is added with simple crochet along the edges.