Lisa Ellis

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Knitting: Vest
Vest is knit in 1 piece with faux seams. Minimal finishing and vest knits up in a matter of hours! The perfect first time vest!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A beautiful hat worked in simple Fair Isle with a 3rd color added in intermittently to make the colors explode. Great yarn stash buster too! A Norwegian thimble (stranding guide) is useful in this project.
Knitting: Cowl
Color blocked cowl uses simple braids to transition into the next color. It’s an easy knit with easy braiding! For de-stashing, change each striped into a different color.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Jacquard knitting is a term to describe geometrical patterns where 2 or more colors are interchanged on the same round. It creates a warm, thick layer of bold colored fabric. Add tube socks to complete the look!
Knitting: Earflap Hat
There is only one way to find your child in a sea of snowsuits….stick a neon hat on their head! It works every time!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Cowl
Bundled mini skeins are paired up to create either a Fair Isle hat or a beginners striped cowl. Each project uses 3 mini skeins with leftovers in the contrasting color. Fair Isle hat can also be solely striped for those intimidated by Fair Isle. Pattern also includes several variations.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Boot Cuffs / Toppers
Pattern includes 2 hats to choose from in 2 different yarn weights, boot wraps and a cowl. One hat works the ruching into the hat while the other creates the ruching after the hat is knit.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Cowl
Pattern includes 2 hats to choose from in 2 different yarn weights, boot wraps and a cowl. One hat works the ruching into the hat while the other creates the ruching after the hat is knit.
Knitting: Cowl
Basics and Beyond…..
Knitting: Cowl
A beginner cable project.
Knitting: Cowl, Fingerless Gloves
You haven’t knit until you have knit with Mink and Cashmere combined! This duo set will make you happy from the time you cast on to the time you wear them.
Knitting: Cowl, Fingerless Gloves
Decadence is a blend of cashmere, silk and possum worn against your skin to feel utterly beautiful! This set can be dressed up for a night on the town or dressed down with jeans and rain boots--either way, you will still feel beautiful! This yarn gets fuzzier and softer every time it’s washed too.
Knitting: Cardigan
Additional Materials:
Knitting: Scarf
The perfect 2nd scarf project! It’s a 1-row repeat!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Legwarmers, Vest
Pattern includes hat, vest and leg warmers.
Knitting: Pet Clothing
Ravelry pattern includes:
Knitting: Ankle Sock
Ravelry pattern includes 6 designs, L’il Dog Sweater and paw protectors, Elf Christmas Stocking and 3 Elf socks sizes.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
“What better way to show off school spirit than with a hat! Believe it or not, this hat is nothing more than continual stripes throughout. Just four rounds of cables turn this striped hat into something spectacular.”
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
“What better way to show off school spirit than with a hat! Believe it or not, this hat is nothing more than continual stripes throughout. Just four rounds of cables turn this striped hat into something spectacular.”
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
NEW!!!! New instruction video…step by step
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Pattern is written in both Magic Loop and DPN techniques.
Knitting: Cowl
2 row repeat is all it takes to create this scrumptious cowl! Knit in the flat and simply joined to create some detail and pizzazz. A variation is included for those wanting even more simplicity than it already is! Instructions included for a headband too!
Knitting: Cardigan
Darling butterflies embellish a sweet sweater, perfect for your little girl. Each butterfly is easily created by slipping stitches and then gathering the “floats”. Clever short rows create the perfect sleeves for a whimsical spring sweater.
Knitting: Cardigan
This heavily textured, nicely slightly tailored and oversized cardigan is cinched slightly in the back with a tab. Buttons are positioned off center to alighn the clean edged neckline. Tabs could also be added to the front for button closures. Cardigan is heavier in weight, ideal for nippy winter days.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Create dramatic hats alternating between variegated and solid yarn. The colors and textures are rich, and yet, they couldn’t be any simpler.
Knitting: Vest
Vertical columns create a slimming look combined with a slight texture for beauty. The simple 4 row pattern repeat is easy to memorize and a great first time vest project. The extra deep neckline is not only stylish but wearable year round. Pattern comes in 2 lengths, cropped and long. Vest is intended to be worn with a negative ease - so when ...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Pattern came as part of a kit. 4 balls of yarn (200g total) is sufficient for one double knit hat and one stranded hat.
Knitting: Cloche Hat
Fashionable and functional, the thrumming around the band of the hat adds additional warmth to keep you toasty when the temperature drops this winter.
Knitting: Earflap Hat
Festive and fun, this fabulous hat will keep your ears warm and toasty. thrumming is an easy way to add extra warmth.
Knitting: Christmas Stocking
A slight resemblance to Santa Claus himself, this
Knitting: Muff
A sassy and sensational accessory, muffs are also a wonderful way to keep your hands extra warm. Easily knit and thrum this posh muff to create an accessory that will make a statement.
Knitting: Cowl
Couple staggered cables and leather buttons to create rugged but practical accessories with an edge. Boot wraps can be worn on the outside of the boot to accessorize or on the inside of a rain boot to prevent chafing.
Knitting: Dress, Sleeveless Top
Simply a classic! This negative ease seamless top or dress begins at the center trim and is worked down to the desired length. Easy to see stitches are then picked up at the Baltic Trim and worked up. This construction allows you to try on the top or dress as you go - ensuring perfect sizing and fit on the top and the bottom! There is even a Yo...
Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Ankle Sock
3 sock patterns for the price of 1! Includes Magic Loop and dpn instructions for the cable sock.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
Beads were added on after purse completion. Purse was lined with baroque satin. 2 styles to choose from.
Knitting: Vest
A fat seed stitch trim followed by an utterly rich cable and finished with one button to create a year round vest that will make you smile! The seed stitch trim is not seamed for a great drape.
Knitting: Vest
This 1 piece vest is a weekend knit. A tad over-sized for room to grow and intended as an outer vest.
Knitting: Ankle Sock
A stunning cuff is all you need - afterall, the rest of the foot is crammed into a shoe! Sock offers 2 heel flap options and cable cuff is written and charted.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Scarf
Simple Yarnovers and Passovers make this hat and scarf appear to be cabled. Great unisex set.
Knitting: Vest
This vest literally will take about 6 hours at most to knit up. Knit up in 1 piece with fake seams. 3-needle bind off shoulders and a few picked up sts around the neck and 4 rows of knitting and voila - you’re done. A zipper, frog fastener or big ole button is all you need.
Knitting: Dress
You’ll love the ingenious one piece construction of this dress or tunic top! This one-piece construction begins at the baltic trim (new instructional video link provided for this simple but stunning trim work) and is knit down, ending with a sassy and full ruffle. Recognizable stitches are then picked up from the other end of the trim and the b...
Knitting: Cowl
Hat and cowl each take just 1 skein of yarn each -
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Quick, easy, versatile and subtle tam. Uses minimal yarn and can be knit up in hours! For a floppier Tam, add more length to the hat prior to the crown shaping. Great way to use up yarn stash!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
An extremely simple technique, knitting a 2 or 3 striped hat without the visible ladders striped knitting usually creates.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Ankle Sock, Fingerless Gloves
The perfect first time Fair Isle project. Sock is written in both tradional dpn’s as well as the Magic Loop method.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Hat & Scarf can be knit up in literally hours. Perfect winter gift. Scarf is reversible.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Simple pattern using partial skeins of llama/wool worsted weight yarn. Can be knit twined or stranded. Choose school colors or holiday colors.
Knitting: Vest
Comes is 7 sizes from XS (32”) to XXL (58”). 2 versions - cropped and hip length, male and female versions as well.
Knitting: Earflap Hat
A Running on Empty Series - 1 skein knits (inflation buster)
Knitting: Mittens
The most dense, wind resistant mittens are twined mittens. They’re soft to the touch yet hardy for winter weather. Quick to knit up and in 4 sizes - ideal for holiday gifts.
Knitting: Vest
This super easy vest is knit in 1 piece. There is no finishing, no seaming…what more do you want?
Knitting: Earflap Hat
Great hat using 5 different stitch patterns to avoid boredom!
Knitting: Christmas Stocking
Pattern written in Magic Loop Technique
Knitting: Scarf
Simple cables, 100% Alpaca, chunky weight yarn =
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Newly revised to add chunky weight too!
Knitting: Cardigan
This flattering top down, open cardigan is seamless! Subtle ribbing is strategically placed through out to enhance and expand nicely, finishing with a feminine flair that flatters even the most curveaous women! Variations are provided through out the pattern including a cross-over closure for the small breasted ones :)
Knitting: Christmas Stocking
Great intro to socks! The mini stocking can be knit up in an evening. The super bulky wool makes for a sturdy stocking.
Knitting: Scarf, Cowl
Four simple styles, from top down to bottom up and cowls in the round or flat. Pick your style and skill level. Nothing too complicated but extremely satisfying!
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
These mitts come in 3 cable flavors! 1 skein, 3 cable choices and buttons of your choice make for a one of a kind - every time! And yes, pattern comes in both written and charted form.
Knitting: Tote, Hats - Other
Design is rich in color and pattern with a hemmed trim for a clean and professional finish.
Knitting: Boot Cuffs / Toppers, Cowl
These reversible ski gaiter and boot toppers use both ends of the yarn and are double knit to create warmth and wind resistance. Stuff the inside pocket with fleece or roving to create a gaiter or boot topper that can withstand even the harshest weather conditions. Boot toppers prevent cold air from entering boots and skin chafing from the boot...
Knitting: Vest
This 1 piece vest is a weekend knit. Collar is thrummed for a stylish finishing and frog fasteners or leather toggles complete the look! Numerous options are included (2 necklines, 2 lengths, 1 or 2 sided thrumming). Plus a You Tube instructional video link for the thrummed collar is included in the pattern. Easy enough for a first time sweater.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
A simple mix of knits and purls to create an intriguing maze and a perfectly snug fit. Chart included for this cuff down sock.
Knitting: Cardigan
Skill Level: Intermediate
Knitting: Earflap Hat
Simple Fair Isle with strategically placed purl sts give this hat subtle depth and texture. Hat is lightweight enough to wear year round….
Knitting: Cardigan
Measurements:
Knitting: Vest
The “college” look has been captured for little fellows with this richly colored V-neck chocolate vest. This vest is knit on circular needles with an interesting cable pattern on the front of the vest only. Give it a try!
Knitting: Scarf
1-skein neck wrap was designed for a local yarn crawl.
Knitting: Hats - Other
The simplest of colorworks - knit with only one color at a time (other color is simply slipped on that row). Uses little yardage. Great way to use up yarn stash!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This one skein hat knits up in hours! This simple yet versatile hat is perfect even for the beginner.
Knitting: Cardigan
The soft Frog Tree cotton/bamboo yarn in this lovely girl’s cardigan makes it wearable any time of year. The sophisticated 2-color pink and white trim takes it from plain to beautiful. Snappy buttons and a small soft bow are the perfect embellishments.
Knitting: Cardigan
This seamless sweater is knit from the bottom up and the sleeves down for minimal seaming. Sweater can be worn year round.
Knitting: Scarf
A simple project but with a few techniques to get you to the next level. Increases/decreases and some fun double knitting.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Great holiday shrug. Quick to knit up.
Knitting: Earflap Hat
Hat is worked in both “Fair Isle” and “Twining” - so that whether working in 1 color or 2, the hat is double in thickness through out. Twining is simply using 2 of the same color yarn at the same time and twisting the yarns around each other in the back for warmth and wind resistance.
Knitting: Earflap Hat
A simple 2-end knitting or fair isle hat.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The perfect first time twining project. Hat is wind resistant and can withstand the harshest of climates.
Knitting: Scarf
Lining the scarf with fleece not only adds warmth to the scarf but also showcases the cable stitch.
Knitting: Knee-highs
These knee highs are the perfect sock for boot lovers. Adult size includes calf shaping. Pattern is written in double pointed needles and the magic loop method.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
Simple Loop Stitch and Garter st make up this purse. Line with Baroque Satin for better wear and durabitity.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The perfect 3 hour hat! Cascade “Tuscany” has some great “man” colors. Good Unisex hat.