One-row pattern makes this pattern easy and fun to work. You can easily make it larger, and leave the sides open for a fashionable poncho,

Abstract pussy cats in this pussyhat.

All garter stitch “eared” hat. Alternate 3 colors for the brim and most of the rise, then switch to just one color for the crown. Quick, easy project for beginners!

A basic crochet “recipe” for a texured, eared hat.

I hurried to get this posted with enough time to finish for those participating in the PussyHat Project. It’s a basic recipe with line-by-line instructions, but assumes you already know the standard knitting-pattern-secret-code-language.

A student asked why V-stitch patterns aren’t ever single crochets. Of course the real answer is because they are so short they don’t look much like Vs. I decided to compensate for the short stitch by defining a sharp V shape of the garment itself, and the development of the pattern increases as an inverted V shape!

This “how-to” pattern is easily sized by using lighter or heavier weight yarn, and more or fewer wedges. It’s worked flat, in rows, but using a circular needle to accommodate the curve of the brim.

One-row repeat makes this pattern easy to remember and fun to work with friends, or while binge watching your favorite series.

Sampler scarf pattern available in segments from the LYS participating in the 2016 Summer’s Last Blast Yarn Crawl.

Since this is worked sideways, you can make it fit anyone from newborn to Andre the Giant! Looks best with 2 contrasting solid colors.

This cowl features 2 twisted stitch patterns worked in Tunisian crochet. Seaming your project with a twist shows off both the right side and equally interesting wrong side designs--by Twisting Two you get Four!

Mauka is a Hawaiian word meaning inland toward the mountains. And since it’s usually a little chilly in the mountains, you might want a little something around you to keep you snug. Make it one piece and wear it as a shawl, or crochet 2 sides to create a trendy poncho.

The center section of this 3-D top reminds me of box kites flying in the spring breezes. The sparkle in the yarns reflects the sunshine flashing in the sky!

To be “foudroyant” is to strike as with lightning; sudden and overwhelming in effect; stunning; dazzling. That’s what you’ll be when you wear this hat!

Designed for my father, who is Ohio State’s #1 football fan.

Cowl is worked lengthwise, and can be adjusted by adding multiples of 7 stitches (and more yarn!)

Short rows create the brim on this cap, knit up in the colors of the year 2016, Rose Quartz & Serenity.

Eudemonic means pertaining or conducive to happiness, and this classic stitch pattern makes me happy!

Raised spokes define the wedge-shaped increase sections of this half circle shawl. You decide how long or short to make it, because you get to be the boss of your crochet.

Sample was crocheted with laceweight yarn double-stranded. A single strand fingering yarn may easily be substituted. Of course, you may also choose a worsted weight yarn to make a larger shawl without changing the instructions at all.

Interlocking rings, created over 2 rows, are joined to create surface braids, which are secured at the top. It’s easier than you think!

Work this scarf in at least 3 colors, changing colors every row. Don’t worry about working in those ends--just cut the yarn every row for a painless self-fringing garment.

ABS stands for Advanced Beginner Stitches. (You don’t even need to purl.) Try something new today.

Sample used a laceweight yarn held doubled to make up one of the fingering yarns. The pattern also works quite well using a single yarn throughout, rather than in stripes.

Poncho is worked from the top-down--you bind off in front just under the bust, which allows free movement of your arms. The sides cascade down with frequent decreases, to the longer back.

The vintage cloche style is revived with fun, self-patterning yarn, and a lovely layered embellishment. Floral wire helps keep the brim taut for your best flirtatious moves.

A knitters Double Play--this includes patterns both for the Opening Day Headband and the Baseball Beanie.

This pattern includes both the Baseball Beanie and Opening Day Headband instructions--a knitting Double Play!

Popular kimono style is embellished with baby butterflies on the body and sleeves of this cardigan.

Front & back pieces each measure approximately 18 x 32 inches. If you want a longer or shorter sweater, simply work more or fewer stitches. Adjust the amount of ease by working fewer or more rows.

Pattern is basically the same as my earlier pattern, Barbara Rose, with a couple of slight changes.

Start at the bottom, crochet up and over the shoulder, and back down again--it’s almost like running the bases for a home run.

This pattern is written in US crochet terminology.

Photo shows only short version.

1 skein Bamboo Bloom yarn.

Great 1 skein project with fun, super bulky chainette yarn.

1 skein each of 2 colors Paloma yarn.

This is a re-worked and re-sized version of my earlier pattern, Harding Hat.

Part of the Overtures collection debuting at VKLive next week, and generally after that.

Skill Level: Intermediate

This is worked in magic loop method. There are many tutorials online to help if you are unfamiliar with this technique.