Nicole Hawkesford

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Knitting: Scarf
Inspired by the angular lines and the play of light & shadow created by Modernist architecture, this small scarf is an easy, rhythmic introduction to intarsia. Perfect for trying a new technique without committing to a larger project, it knits up quickly into an elegant, cosy accessory. Along the way you’ll learn simple but effective tech...
Knitting: Scarf, Necktie
Atlantis is a quick little knitted scarf featuring a simple trio of rope cables. Quince & Co.’s worsted-weight Kestrel yarn works up quickly, while the 100% linen fibre makes for a perfect lightweight transitional scarf with drape. Using just 50g of yarn, this small scarf is a great stashbuster or quick gift-knit. Play with a pop of colou...
Crochet: Scarf, Necktie
Lyonesse is a quick little Tunisian crochet scarf featuring a reversible treble-crochet stitch for two looks in one. Quince & Co.’s worsted-weight Kestrel yarn works up quickly, while the 100% linen fibre makes for a perfect lightweight transitional scarf with drape. Using just 50g of yarn, this small scarf is a great stashbuster or quick...
Crochet: Dress
Beach Rills is a fun and striking dress in cotton yarn - perfect for those hazy summer days! Inspired by the ridges left in the sand by a retreating tide, the dress is worked in Tunisian crochet chevron and wave stitch patterns. Achieving that perfect balance between memorisable yet interesting - throw in colour striping and you’ll always be w...
Crochet: Cowl
The Stargazey Cowl is worked in Tunisian crochet in the round, using a herringbone stitch which creates an open, mesh-like fabric perfect for those changeable spring weather days. This design is written to use two colours; using a contrast colour for the return pass helps the main stitch motif to stand out and the ribbing also alternates colour...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Caer Bran fingerless gloves are inspired by one of the sites managed by Cornwall Heritage Trust. They feature a central motif on the back of the hand, worked using cables, slipped and twisted stitches. The pattern is written for adult small, medium and large sizes in both 4ply and DK weight yarn, and also includes a Size Modification section ...
Knitting: Cowl
King Doniert’s Cowl is a single-size cabled cowl inspired by one of the sites managed by Cornwall Heritage Trust. It uses the closed-loop cable technique for the distinctive Celtic-style intricate cable motifs which are taken from the monument stones. The pattern is written for a single size in both 4ply and DK weight yarn, but includes a Siz...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Treffry Hat is inspired by one of the sites managed by Cornwall Heritage Trust. The dramatic arches of the Treffry Viaduct are represented by cables, slipped and twisted stitches, topped with a Latvian Braid. The pattern is written for adult small, medium and large sizes in both 4ply and DK weight yarn, and also includes a Size Modification s...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Morvoren is a rectangular wrap inspired by the legend of the Mermaid of Zennor and the carved wooden bench in Zennor church. Written for fingering/heavy laceweight yarn, it takes one skein each of contrasting and preferably solid/tonal colours which will allow the textured stitch patterns to shine. My sample used Norne Yarn Merino/Yak/Silk si...
Crochet: Blanket - Other, Baby Blanket, Throw
Meaning “Ice and Fire” in Cornish, this blanket was inspired by a Game of Thrones/House of the Dragon yarn collection and is a celebration of contrasts - cool and warm tones, smooth and raised textures. This cozy, modular blanket is worked in corner-to-corner blocks using a join-as-you-go method. Choose from ten different stitch patterns - use ...