flax & twine | anne weil

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Crochet: Containers
Beautifully sturdy and light and airy at the same time. The finger-crocheted Rosalie Rope Basket will suit your needs perfectly. The 7/32” braided rope provides stability and structure as well as gorgeous light-reflection! This rope is 100% cotton so can be dyed to your heart’s content if you must have color. Add a leather handle, if desired.
Crochet: Purse / Handbag
Crochet this gorgeous bag in only two hours. The chunky texture of the twill tape adds stunning visual interest, while the shape is functional and fun at the same time. Add a lovely, removable leather handle, along with a one-of-a-kind antique toggle button to keep your bag closed. The Torrey Tote is perfect for brand new crocheters as it is a ...
Crochet: Containers
Change up the typical crochet basket with fabulous 5mm cotton rope and a little leather handle for a modern and clean look. The natural texture and reflective nature of the rope, plus it’s sturdy structure, make this the perfect basket for all the things! Make it up quickly in a couple of hours, full pattern video and instruction includes tips ...
Knitting: Containers, Clutch
Knit this beautiful zippered and lined pouch in an afternoon. The lovely lace is simpler than it looks and has only three stitches other than knit and purl. And don’t freak out about the zipper or lining. These are both much easier to add than you might think. We do it all by hand so don’t bother to pulling out your sewing machine. And what a g...
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Make this simple and sweet bandana to toss on or off as needed. You’re going to love the linen drape and soft feel. Linen gets softer and supple with use and washing. This pattern is made on straight or round needles, with a delicate and lovely lace edge that makes the bandana special, without being fussy. Easy garter stitch with a little lace ...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
I love fingerless mitts for early fall or spring mornings. They keep your hands warm, while still allowing you to hold your coffee, dog leash or market bag (or all 3!) Make these in just a few hours for a perfect thank you gift. Two skeins of yarn make 2 sets of mitts, one for you, one for the person you most want to be walking with!
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Gifting a soft and plush baby blanket generously bestows a family heirloom to the recipient. This beautiful crocheted baby blanket is 100% wool, fully washable, and generously sized at 36” square (Pattern includes a 30” version).
Crochet: Decorative - Other
Measurements and gauge stated for this pattern listing are for the SMALL Apple and Pear but the PDF download includes the TEENY and TINY sizes as well.
Knitting: Pullover
This adorable knitted hoody is perfect for the babies and toddlers in your life. Make it for your kid to keep them warm and stylish or as a thoughtful, homemade gift!
Crochet: Pillow / Cushion
Blow up a crochet granny square into something super fun and modern by hand crocheting with multiple strands of super bulky wool. Follow a classic granny square pattern, and create this bold motif on an 18” x 18” pillow in no time at all! NO HOOK REQUIRED
Crochet: Decorative - Other
I love these sweet little mini bunnies. I’ve hooked them up in a miniature size here, but you can vary that however you want by swapping out the hook and yarn. Pattern includes three different sizes S, M, and L. Materials shown are for five total bunnies (one large, three medium and one small). These bunnies are the perfect size to decorate you...
Crochet: Edging
I adore these beautifully crafted crochet-edged hand towels. This pattern includes TWO different edge patterns! The towels make gorgeous hostess gifts or thank you gifts which carry meaningful effort and good wishes from the maker. They are delicate and lovely in either the Scallop pattern or the Picot pattern. Each pattern starts with a basic ...
Crochet: Throw
Chunky and absolutely fabulous, this simple hand crochet blanket, which takes only an hour to make will be the envy of everyone in your life. Crochet stitches in this extra-large scale are fabulously structural and plush at the same time. Sized at 36” x 46” it’s sure to bring just the right spot of luxury to your bed or sofa.
Knitting: Throw
This is a digital download pattern of how to make this gorgeous basketweave throw blanket. The PDF file also includes complete directions of how to learn to arm knit. The blanket is 54” x 42”.
Crochet: Clutch
Silky, sleek and marled to perfection, this clutch will become your favorite accessory. Stunning with heels and a pair of jeans, or just right with your favorite white sundress, this easy-to-make clutch will be so fab, you’ll want one in every color. The chained slip-stitch finish adds a great finish.
Crochet: Edging
Love your bed even more with a pair of handmade pillow cases in a custom fabric. Embellish with a crochet edge, and you’ve elevated your linens to a new level of luxury and charm. Happy Dreaming!
Knitting: Cowl
This is a beautiful step by step photo tutorial with easy to follow directions. The gauge for this arm knit cowl is dependent on the size of your arms, however generally the cowl fits 12” by 60” and loops twice around the neck.
Knitting: Coaster
I’m in love with these picot lace edged coasters. What a sweet and lovely handmade way to start your morning. I’m convinced the coasters themselves put me in a good mood for the day! They also make for a simple, elegant and inexpensive hostess gift. You can knit these up in a jiffy with this simple one page pattern.
Knitting: Mittens
Keep your fingers warm and toasty with these easy chunky garter stitch mittens. These seamed mittens knit up super quickly and are a great way to expand a beginning knitter’s skills. Skills include increases, decreases, working on separate stitches, gathering stitches, and seaming with the mattress stitch. Knit them in an afternoon for the perf...
Knitting: Scarf
Keep your neck warm and toasty with this easy tasseled garter stitch color block scarf. This scarf knits up super quickly and the tassels add just the right amount of fun. Customize it with school colors! The scarf makes for perfect conversation-knitting and also makes a lovely gift.
Knitting: Applique / Embellishment
Add these sweet knit roses as a topper or adornment to your shoes, headband, barrette, or tote bag. Easy to make, they are a wonderful way to add a handmade touch to just about anything.
Knitting: Tutorial
This is a photo tutorial of how-to finger-knit. Though I didn’t create finger-knitting, this is a series of step-by-step photographs of HOW to finger-knit taken by me. The instructions fit on a one-page pdf. There are lots of things you can make with finger knitting. Here are just a few ideas and patterns of mine:
Knitting: Cowl
I used only two skeins of the Montana new pure wool, but added a couple of 1 1/2 inch stripes to add to the length.
Knitting: Cowl
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This is a super easy, super quick, super simple hat -It is a great project for a learning knitter or a great last minute gift for experienced knitters. It is seamed, though the ribbing hides it. Its sizing is very forgiving which also adds to nifty giftiness!
Knitting: Cardigan
What an adorable cardigan jacket. The perfect go-to staple sweater for any outfit. Knit densely with Aran weight yarn, this cardigan has a great structure.