Yoko Johnston

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Knitting: Pullover
Saji Sweater is a top down sweater with saddle shoulders. Saji means spoon in Japanese. On the sweater, it is characterized by a diamond shape.
Knitting: Pullover
Mameko is one of the basic patterns of Japanese Kogin-zashi, a type of hand-embroidery. Mameko means a small bean and is characterized by a hollow diamond shape.
Knitting: Cardigan
Very Kochi Cardigan is a round shaped raglan cardigan worked from the top down with cute pockets. This seamless cardigan begins with a small garter collar and 3-D cable front bands.
Knitting: Cardigan
UmeGochi Cardigan is a raglan cardigan worked from the top down with cute pockets.It is a simple design with stockinette and rib stitches, and cable patterns at key points. In addition to the comfortable cocoon shape, you can extend the length to your liking and even roughly oversize it.The fun of knitting this cardigan is the work of pocket ba...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
I have updated the original Lin-Lin shawl which was released in 2013. The design itself is the same as the original Lin-Lin. To this enlarged edition I have added DK and fingering weight yarns. The original only used worsted. I have also made it sizeable. It has new charts, more detailed instructions, revised sizing, and a few tweaks to the ins...
Knitting: Cardigan
I am now writing a simple version of this pattern, with the same pocket construction, raglan cables and classic design.
Knitting: Tee
★Please enjoy this short video of the testers’ beautiful Tsuzumis!★
Knitting: Pullover
Hamon, meaning ripple in Japanese, is a delicate but also lively lacy v-neck sweater, featuring a beautiful Japanese Feather stitch pattern flowing smoothly all over the sweater like a ripple spreading.
Knitting: Pullover
GINGA TOP - winter sky is 3/4 sleeve sweater.
Knitting: Tee, Pullover
This GINGA TOP is half sleeve summer top.
Knitting: Cardigan
A-line swing cardigan with vine lace on the front.
Knitting: Cowl
In 2023, I have updated the original edora cowl which was released in knitscene handmade 2016.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A dramatic lace pattern adorns the neckline and front of this otherwise simple-to-knit A-line tank. Worked from the top down, this tank is knit both flat and in the round for the perfect fit.
Knitting: Pullover
Errata 
Knitting: Cardigan
This pattern is available in English and Japanese.
Knitting: Cowl
Adding one more color to this cute textured piece makes dramatic change and brings life.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The original Happa Hat was released in 2012.
Knitting: Cowl
Easy, fun, quick and warm, this cowl is a great winter accessory!
Knitting: Pixie Hat, Earflap Hat
I love to see children wearing earflap hats.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The original Camellia Leaf Hat was released in 2012.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The original Houzuki Hat was released in 2011.
Knitting: Mittens
It’s Octopus after Squid!!
Knitting: Mittens
Chevalier Mittens gave me the idea for this unique shaped mitten, which is worked in the round from the bottom up.
Crochet: Ornamental Flower
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