Toby Roxane Barna

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eBook : 7 patterns

London Underground is a collection of seven shawls, featuring six previously published designs (Knightsbridge, Westminster, Piccadilly Circus, Mansion House, St. John’s Wood and Bethnal Green) and one exclusive pattern: Maida Vale!

eBook : 7 patterns

A collection of seven shawls to knit, all named after and inspired by Tarot Cards.

eBook : 7 patterns

A collection of seven shawls to knit, all named after and inspired by Tarot Cards.

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
After Dark is a semi-circular shawl made in two dramatically contrasting colors. I dyed two colorways of my single ply Chandelier Fingering especially for this shawl, and a limited number of kits are available in my Etsy shop!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Bellefleur shawl starts out as a semi-circle and then grows into three graceful points. The three stripes at the bottom are edged with half-linen stitch, which highlights the colors in the yarn I dyed specifically for this shawl.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Knit in a super bulky yarn, this fetching hat is not only warm, but the split in the back keeps it from riding up when you tilt your head back while birdwatching or stargazing. Because it’s worked on such big needles, you’ll be able to finish one in an evening--perfect for last-minute gifts!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Eveningness shawl features a gently curved crescent shape, and randomly spaced rows of eyelets and garter ridges. The delicate mesh lace border is finished with a picot edging.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Get out those mini skeins! The Blackbird shawl features easy shaping and a simple feather and fan lace pattern at the bottom edge. Use a vivid set of mini skeins to create contrasting bands of color. As subtle and elegant as a raven’s wing, Blackbird is a pleasure to knit and to wear.
Knitting: Cardigan
Outliner is the perfect cardigan for the beginning of autumn, when every knitter’s thoughts turn toward warm sweaters made with soft yarns to keep them warm during the cold months ahead. Outliner is constructed from the top down with a circular yoke and a few raglan increases to tailor the fit. The pockets are a fun, unique design element and t...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Desert Dunes wrap was designed specially for Yarnbox’s September 2015 Luxe box.
Knitting: Cardigan
The beauty of a waterfall is conjured in this artful cardigan. With pleats at the neck making for a flattering yet extremely comfortable fit, the cardigan is worked from the bottom up in one piece. It features top-down seamless set-in sleeves and tiny box pleats on the cuffs. The asymmetrical side closure makes this a perfect pattern to showcas...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Odalie is a romantic shawl inspired by the flapper era of the 20s. Bundled stitches, with or without sparkling beads to highlight, spread across the body of this shallow, triangular shawl. The edging uses dropped stitches to create a delicate, lacey effect. A unique design but easy to make (not a chart in sight!), Odalie will help you shine whe...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Caliadne Shawl is one of the three shawls in the “Out of the Mist” collection, designed by Toby Roxane Barna for Zen Yarn Garden.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Minthe Shawl is one of the three shawls in the “Out of the Mist” collection, designed by Toby Roxane Barna for Zen Yarn Garden.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Castalia Shawl is one of the three shawls in the “Out of the Mist” collection, designed by Toby Roxane Barna for Zen Yarn Garden.
Knitting: Cardigan
Worked from the top down with set-in sleeves, Sterling Rose features three-quarter sleeves, and a gradient stripe pattern set off by lace edges on the hem, cuffs, and front edges. The wide, swingy fronts of this feminine cardigan make it flattering on all body types!
Knitting: Cardigan
This simple but unique cardigan is worked in one piece from the bottom up, with seamless, no-sew set-in sleeves. The bottom hem, cuffs, and button band are worked in lace, and the yarn-overs are used as buttonholes.
Knitting: Scarf
A long, delicate scarf worked on the bias with diagonal columns of lacework.
Knitting: Pullover
Lighthouse is a simple tank top worked from the bottom up in one piece with no shaping. A square of linen stitch at the center pulls the fabric in flatteringly around the waist. Perfect as a layering piece or on its own!
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
The Intwined Coat, worked nearly-seamlessly from the bottom up, is a real showstopper. It features asymmetrical, twining cables and leaves worked on a background of reverse stockinette stitch. It also features seamless, no-sew set-in sleeves!
Knitting: Cloche Hat
This hat, designed for Knitcrate, is worked in a luxuriously soft bulky weight yarn, features a 1920’s silouhette. The brim is worked sideways, closing with a button tab, and one section is worked in seed stitch to add a little texture.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Now that the mystery is over, meet the Heloise Shawl. A lovely, semi-circular shawl in two colors, the pattern is written for two sizes. Below, find the original mystery knit-along details.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
These mitts were originally designed for The Verdant Gryphon’s Hwaet! Club.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Notting Hill Gate is a bonus pattern from Everwear: London Underground Vol. 2. It’s also included in Design Doubles.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This lovely, delicate shawlette features an undulating lace center panel and an edging of feather-and-fan lace.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This unique shawl, designed exclusively for The Village Knitter in Babylon, NY and their exclusive Madelinetosh colorway “Great South Babes,” is knit from the top down. It begins with a tight, textured fabric worked on small needles. As the shawl grows it goes up in needle size, transitioning into a delicate, lacey ruffle.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
These whimsical mitts feature a twining leaf-and-cable pattern on a background of reverse stockinette stitch. The tops are finished with a row of single crochet.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This shawl is featured in Design Doubles as the companion piece to the Cicada Sweater.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Worked almost-seamlessly from the top down, the Infinity Shrug is the perfect thing to throw on over a fancy dress. The long, twisted loop in front can be worn down, or looped around your neck for a really unique look.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Designed exclusively for Chelsea Yarns in Colts Neck, NJ, the Chelsea Shawl is an elegantly simple half-circle shawl worked in garter stitch stripes, using 3 colors.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This shawl is the companion piece to the Point of View cardigan. Worked sideways, this asymmetrical-triangle shawl is shaped with short rows. It features seed stitch sections in a contrasting color.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Worked from the top down in a shallow triangle shape, Tossing Pebbles features widely spaced rows of Feather and Fan lace, creating the delicate effect of ripples in a still pond. It’s also the companion piece to the Tossing Pebbles cardigan.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Things With Wings is a triangular shawl featuring a garter stitch body, mesh lace worked in a contrasting color, and a ruffled edge.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A semi-circular shawl worked from the top down, Moon Moth features a slightly widening center lace panel.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
“At the Harbor” is a wide, triangular shawl with eyelets and a ruffled border.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Mystic Spiral is a slouchy, beret-style hat with a spiraling lace pattern that’s hypnotically eye-catching.
Knitting: Pullover
A modern interpretation of a silhouette popular at various points in history from the medieval era to the 1920’s, Lavinia is a short-sleeved sweater that features an ostrich plume lace inset in a contrasting color. The rectangular inset creates a trompe l’oeil effect that is quite flattering on nearly any figure.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Despite negative connotations, The Fool is simply a spirit in search of new experiences. Happy-go-lucky and light-hearted, The Fool is the “wild card” of the Tarot deck. According to some, The Fool can even represent enlightenment through madness.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
According to the Tarot, the Six of Swords represents transition. It signifies letting go of things that hold one back, and moving forward toward a more promising future.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Three of Wands represents an ambitious person investing him or herself in a passion, living out dreams. It signifies exciting changes on the horizon, the potential for great success.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Rainbow Crow is a simple, slouchy beret-style hat worked in a sport weight yarn and a lace-weight mohair held together throughout.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Regal but also grounded and domestically inclined, the Queen of Pentacles is a natural healer. She inspires respect and a sense of calm in those around her.
Knitting: Cowl
Howl is a long, seed stitch cowl with a short row hood. Wear it several ways for a lot of warmth or a little.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The sixth shawl of the London Underground series, Bethnal Green is simple but extremely elegant, featuring a shallow triangular shape, narrow stripes of lace, and a subtle ruffle.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Worked from the top down, Incarnation features a lace motif inspired by the vaulted arches of the Santa Maria de la Encarnacion cathedral.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
St. John’s Wood features a uniquely wearable shape and a simple but striking leaf-lace edging.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The fourth in a series of shawls named after London Underground stations, Mansion House’s unique shape can be worn in a variety of ways. The lace panel is reminiscent of diamond pane stained glass windows.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The third in a series of shawls named after stations on the London Underground, Piccadilly Circus features subtle stripes, delicate lace, and a unique shape that can be worn a variety of ways.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
A sweet bolero with a sassy ruffle along one side.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A summery cotton tank top with eyelet detail and two options for necklines.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This shawl is the companion to the Westminster sweater. Westminster features a unique shape and a lace pattern reminiscent of cathedral windows.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The first in a series of shawls named after stations on the London Underground, Knightsbridge uses two contrasting colors of fingering weight yarn to highlight two contrasting textures: smooth stockinette and textural, lacy Shetland Birdseye Lace. It’s also the companion piece to the Knightsbridge cardigan.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Beret, Tam
A slouchy, feminine hat featuring lace and cables. Can be made less slouchy for a beanie-style hat. Instructions are both written and charted.
Knitting: Dress
A cheerful sundress with smocking detail for girls aged 12 months to 6 years.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Fun fingerless mittens with instructions for both worsted AND fingering weight yarn, knitted either flat OR in the round!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The textured stripes in Pennywood look best in a semi-solid yarn, while the wide stockinette sections are a perfect opportunity to showcase a beautiful variegated yarn—and to show how the two colors combine to create a total that is more than the sum of its parts.