Katy Farrell

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Crochet: Cardigan
If you are looking for a simple & easy crochet cardigan for spring, summer or any season, Afrodille is perfect as a cover up for little ones. The pattern is written in Standard American Crochet Terminology (although a conversion table for British Crochet Terminology is given).
Knitting: Booties
A simple pattern to knit baby booties that look like socks and mary jane shoes due to the different colours! Knit a pair to match every outfit!
Knitting: Booties
A simple pattern to knit unisex all in one baby shoes and socks.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A wrap for all seasons with 4 lacy patterns:one for each season. This wrap is knitted in 2 panels which are then either grafted together or joined using a 3 needle cast off. You need approx 250g of DK yarn to complete this wrap. It is a great pattern for practising knitting lace too!
Knitting: Pullover
Looking for a simple floaty 4 ply yoked sweater? Allanah is named after a clematis as the lilac flowers reminded me of this variety (despite having more petals!). The design is easy to knit and being top down is seamless. If you can knit, purl, follow simple lace patterns and colour work, you can make this light airy sweater. The body of the sw...
Knitting: Cardigan
This is a fabulous way to use flecked DK yarn such as Rowan’s Felted Tweed - it is a simple design - seamless and top down. Anouk has been recently updated and now includes instructions to add short rows to raise the back and trim detail (including slip stitch crochet). The buttonbands are knitted at the same time to keep the design seamless.
Knitting: Cardigan
Welcome to the Arabella Shrug Knitting PATTERN. Seamless and knit top down, Arabella is a short sleeved lacy design which can be worn either casually or smart too. Arabella is a colourful cardigan design, knit in a tweedy flecked yarn here (but equally lovely in a solid colour) with an easy flower lace pattern on the fronts and sleeve edges and...
Crochet: Booties
A simple and quick pattern crocheted in Aran weight yarn. The pumps are slip with a strap to help keep them on those wriggly toes!
Crochet: Booties
A quick and easy pattern to crochet lovely feminine dance pumps which have a strap to help keep them on those wriggly toes. 1 50g ball of DK yarn, a small amount of a contrast yarn and 2 buttons are all the materials you need to complete these.
Knitting: Booties
Two styles of baby ballerina shoes- lacy and plain with a picot flower embellishment. Knitted in Patons Fairytale Colour 4 me Double Knitting.
Crochet: Booties
Just perfect to show of those cute tootsies - these sandals are easy and quick to make, requiring just a very basic knowledge of crochet and the ability to crochet in the round for the sole. The bow is crocheted separately and added at the end to embellish the front of the shoe.
Knitting: Booties
A quick and easy knit on Aran/worsted weight yarn. You will need 2 25g balls of yarn and no more than a basic knowledge of knitting to make these cute baby bow sandals. The upper involves working a very simple pattern to add texture and the bow is knitted separately.
Knitting: Booties
An updated pattern to knit baby crossover pumps in 3 sizes. The pumps are knitted as one piece with a little seaming required around the toe and optional chain stitch around the sole. Instructions also given for a simple crochet flower embellishment.
Knitting: Booties
This is a follow up to my Crossover Shoes pattern but especially for showing of tootsies in the summer. It features a special seamless sole construction using a seamless cast on and Magic Loop knitting. If you have not tried these techniques, it is a great small scale project to practise something new. No need to worry about buttonholes either,...
Knitting: Booties
A simple pattern using 2 50g balls of double knitting wool - one in each colour. You will also need a 3.5mm crochet hook to make the optional flower embellishment. The sandals are knitted as one piece and the yarn is used double for a quick knit.
Knitting: Pullover
Welcome to the Barleycover Sweater PATTERN for babies and children to 7 years. Seamless and knit top down, Barleycove is a classic jumper design wth a colourful rib trim and a pocket for treasures. It is knit with double knitting yarn, so fairly quick to make. Unlike many top down designs, BARLEYCOVE has saddle shoulders, a great new top down s...
Knitting: Booties
A simple pattern for both boys and girls - the booties come up high and are fastened round the ankle, making them easier to keep on wriggly toes! This is a straightforward pattern, easy for all levels of knitters to complete. All you will need is 1 50g ball of DK yarn in the main colour and approx 25g in the trim colour, 2 big buttons and 4mm n...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
A simple pattern worked in the round to knit colourful fingerless gloves with an easy slipped stitch trim in 3 colours. The blossom is embroidered at the end using the 2 contrasting colours.
Knitting: Slippers
This pattern is so quick and easy and the resulting house slippers are so comfortable and yet stylish. The design is very stretchy both on the sole and the pattern used for the upper and so it is very easy to get a good fit. They mould to your foot shape and are great to wear. If you have a basic knowledge of knitting, then you should be able t...
Crochet: Booties
A great pattern to crochet trendy baby booties. The pattern is easy to follow and the booties are quick to make - great for a last minute shower present. 25g of worsted weight/Aran yarn in 2 main colours and a small amount of a third colour is all you need to make these. The pattern uses standard American crochet terminology.
Knitting: Booties
This is a very quick pattern, easy to complete in an evening. The design is very stretchy too, so should fit baby for some time. If you have a basic knowledge of knitting, you should be able to knit these shoes easily. Very little is needed: 1 50g ball of Aran weight yarn, 5mm needles and 2 buttons!
Knitting: Cardigan
Looking for a cute classic cabled cardi for your little one? This pattern is easy to follow and quick to knit - it has six sizes and so can be used several times as your child grows.
Knitting: Cardigan
A digital knitting pattern to knit a seamless top down cardigan jacket for children up to the age of 7. As with all of my designs this pattern is easy to follow and suitable for most knitters to accomplish. Many more knitting patterns for babies, children and adults in my shop. Please do have a browse!
Knitting: Cardigan
All little girls need a crossover cardigan and with 6 sizes this pattern can grow with your little one! It is knit from the top down with lacy raglan cap sleeves and is seamless - so very little finishing needed, once you have knit it. The edges are trimmed with a picot edge which is very easy to do and the whole design is finished off with a k...
Knitting: Cardigan
This is a simple cardigan for summer in 6 sizes for baby to age 7. As with most of my designs it is seamless and knit top down - however this cardigan employs the contiguous method of adding sleeves developed by Susie Myers. With a smocking section added for interest, it is a fun and easy knit for intermediate or even adventurous beginners.
Knitting: Cowl
A knitting pattern to make a lovely long celtic cable crossover wrap in 4 sizes which can also be worn as a cow or neckwarmerl. A simple and easy to follow design as with all of my patterns.
Knitting: Pullover
Cerys Cables is a loose cabled Aran sweater with some modern twists - wider sleeves and an interesting finish on the neckline and sleeve cuffs. It is designed to be worn with some positive ease. As a one size pattern, it is easy to follow. Should you wish to increase the chest size, instructions are included. As with alll my patterns support is...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A quick and easy pattern to knit a warm hat with some lacy panels to ensure you don’t overheat and for interest too! The more pattern repeats you do, the slouchier the effect of the hat.
Knitting: Pullover
If you are looking for a quick knit and hate seaming, try this raglan sleeved top down hoodie for your little one. You only need 100-200g of the main colour and 50-100g of the contrasting colour depending on the size. The sweater is knit as one from the top down and then the hood is added at the end. If you can knit in the round, you can make t...
Knitting: Booties
Looking for an easy pattern for baby mary jane style shoes with a rounded toe to allow those little toes to wriggle to their heart’s content? This pattern is not only quick and easy, but has been designed using a very stretchy textured pattern on the upper which ensures that these shoes should fit for some time. The straps are also adjustable, ...
Crochet: Booties
A quick, simple pattern to knit boots with a ribbed cuff, which can be worn up or turned down. You will need to crochet in the round and be able to crochet round the posts to form the ribbed cuff. As it is a small scale project, it is also an ideal way to learn these skills.
Crochet: Cardigan
A quick & easy crochet pattern for a summer cardigan - a seamless top down pattern for babies 6mths to age 7. Delphine is crocheted in one piece, meaning no seaming, from the top down. 5 sizes given from 18” - 26” chest ( 6mths - 7 yrs approx).
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This very slouchy hat is knitted on 2 needles and then seamed at the end. It is quick to knit as you will be working with 2 strands of yarn together. The cable pattern is very easy, as is the ribbed pattern and the decrease rows at the top. A lovely baggy hat to hide hair in or just keep your head extra warm!
Knitting: Booties
An easy pattern to knit slip on embroidered shoes with a strap. The embroidery is fairly simple: small amounts of spare DK yarn or tapestry wools in 6 colours required
Knitting: Cardigan
A simple yet stylish summer cardigan for girls and babies alike - the short cap sleeves make it ideal for an extra layer on warmer days. The design is worked as one piece top down and for the most part flat, with just the sleeves knit in the round. 6 sizes are given and the largest size takes just 4 50g balls to complete. This is a great intro ...
Knitting: Cardigan
Looking for a simple summer cover up for your little one? This knitting pattern is designed for summer, as it is knit in cotton and has sweet cap sleeves too. It has a partially yoked and partially raglan neckline and a range of patterns for interest.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
A lovely sweet shrug knitted from the top down flat and then the collar edging and sleeve edging are knitted in the round. A quick and fun project using no more than 100g for the largest size. The shrug provides a useful cover up for spring and summer days and would also be lovely for a wedding, baptism etc. It is in 6 sizes and as such is a pa...
Knitting: Booties
Quick and easy, requiring 25g of double knitting wool and a small amount of eyelash wool for the trim. Cables can be done with or without a cable needle (instructions given for both approaches).
Knitting: Pixie Hat
A knitting pattern to knit a pixie hat inspired by the Fairy Glen in Sneem, Ireland. It is knitted from the bottom up in the round with an interesting yet simple brim and an easy cable pattern on the main body of the hat, which is also a little slouchy.
Knitting: Cardigan
A really easy top down seamless cardigan design - there is no need to purl at all, and increases are a simple yarn over to create eyelets.
Knitting: Cardigan
Fernella is a simple top down cardigan with an eye-catching yet simple lacy fern pattern on the yoke and an easy eyelet design on the edge of the neckine, the bottom and the cap sleeves. The cardigan is knit flat in one piece and the sleeves are knit in the round to avoid any sewing of seams. An optional crocheted edge is added to the garter st...
Knitting: Cardigan
Fianna is a top down raglan design with simple rib detail and a lattice effect lacy lower border. It is knit in one piece and then an optional crochet trim is added to the button bands. In addition to approximately 100 - 300g of DK yarn you will need 3 buttons (1.5 mm in diameter), Fianna works up quickly and would be equally stunning in cotton...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This is a pattern to knit a slouchy hat with a large flower on the crown as a focal point. The pattern is quick to knit up and only requires 1 100g ball of chunky weight yarn.
Knitting: Cardigan
This design is perfect for little girls of all ages. The pattern is seamless and is knit as one piece from the top down. There are lacy eyelets on the raglans, lace panels back and front, a fluted frilly bottom and three quarter length sleeves. All you need is 100-250g of double knitting yarn and 2 - 5 buttons to make this pattern. As there are...
Knitting: Pullover
This is a lovely pattern for small children & babies - it is front fastening with a raglan buttonhole opening, eyelets to thread ribbon through, a sweet scalloped lower edge & 3/4 length sleeves.
Knitting: Cardigan
This is the adult version of my very successful Emma cardigan knitting design for children. It is top down, seamless and has the same textured pattern for added interest .
Knitting: Pullover
A simple seamless 4 ply top down sweater pattern with a crew neck and raglan sleeves. The sleeves and the body have a wavy cable design. The sweater can be knit straight or with an A line shape if preferred. The sample was knit with Rowan’s Super Fine Merino 4 ply in Feather, but any 4 ply yarn that knits to the same gauge (28sts and 32 rows = ...
Knitting: Dress
This is a great way to use up that special skein of sock yarn to knit a thin yet warm tunic dress for your little one - it can begin life as a dress and as baby grows it can become a tunic top. The neckline is wide and has a drawstring so it can be gathered when baby is small and then loosened as baby grows. With 6 sizes this is a pattern that ...
Knitting: Pullover
This is a casual top down sweater for babies and children, which is loose and a great way to show off self striping yarn to its very best. Although the sweater is seamless, I have added false seams at the sides for interest. The pattern is straightforward and easy to follow as long as you can knit in the round and cast on provisionally. It suit...
Knitting: Cardigan
Maristella is knit seamlessly in the round from the top down. The yoke has a very easy lace leaf pattern and the bottom of the cardigan has a similar chevron pattern. The body of the cardigan is knit flat and the sleeves, which can be either cap or three quarter length, are knit in the round. All you need are 2 - 6 50g balls of DK yarn which kn...
Knitting: Mittens
An easy pattern to knit mittens which fit really well, due to the ties around the wrist and the shape. The cuff is flared and comes up quite high to ensure the wearer stays warm, with no drafts between outerwear and arms, as is sometimes the case with shorter cuffs. You will need to be able to knit in the round and be used to slip stitch patter...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Looking for a quick and easy knitting pattern for a hat? Mauvette can easily be knitted in an evening or two, as it is knit using super bulky yarn and 10mm needles.
Crochet: Booties
The textured pattern on the boots really brings out the colours in the variegated yarn used and is also very simple to do. If you can crochet in the round, you will be able to complete this very quickly.
Crochet: Booties
This is a quick and easy pattern to knit Neopolitan Baby Peeptoe Sandals. The inspiration for the name comes from the ice cream colours used in the pattern! The sandals have a simple textured pattern on the upper and a flower is then added to the instep, if desired. All you need is 25-50g of the 2 main colours and a small amount of a third colo...
Knitting: Earflap Hat
A knitting pattern to knit an aviator hat inspired by Nordic fairisle and design. It is knitted from the bottom up in the round and the 2 colour fairisle section is very easy.
Knitting: Cardigan
This is a super simple practical design for children - seamless and knit from the top down, so it can be tried on for size as knitted. Cascade 220 Superwash sport is available in a wide range of colours, but feel free to substitute the yarn of your choice which will give you the correct gauge.
Knitting: Pullover
A lovely lacy kids design for spring & summer, Pomona is a seamless top down knit with a more unusual raglan construction, allowing for a lace triangles to be inserted at the front of the sleeve sections, as well as down the centre back and round the front at the bottom. It is very straightforward to knit and the pattern is easy to follow.
Knitting: Booties
Want to knit shoes to match a posh party outfit? This pattern enables you to knit a smart pair of baby shoes to match any outfit. All you need is a basic knowledge of knitting as they are very easy and quick to knit. You will need 25-50g of the main DK yarn and a small amount of a contrast yarn, as well as 2 fabric/ribbon flowers and a metre of...
Crochet: Booties
This is the crochet version of my popular Posh Party Baby Shoes knitting pattern. It is a very simple pattern which is easy to follow. The stitch used for the sides is straightforward, but it is also quite firm, so the shoes hold their shape well. If you have a basic knowledge of crochet and can knit in the round, then this pattern will be easy...
Knitting: Booties
A lovely pattern with a twist - an unusual but very easy pattern on the upper and a lacy ankle strap - really precious (hence the name) for your new little one! All you need is a basic knowledge of knitting to make these. They knit up quick and so would make an ideal baby shower gift too. You only need approx 25g of DK yarn, 2 buttons and 4mm n...
Knitting: Baby Blanket
This baby blanket is a great way to use up odds and ends of yarn and at the same time practice modular knitting as you will be knitting one square at a time and then picking up stitches for the next square. It really is a unique heirloom, as no one will be exactly the same, depending on which yarn and colour is used. The pattern does however co...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This is a simple pattern to knit a very colourful fairisle beanie, named Primavera. The trick is to use a self striping DK yarn to achieve this very colourful effect easily. The pattern is easy to follow and charts are included for the stars and hearts patterns. It is an interesting pattern to knit as there is lots of variety throughout.
Crochet: Cardigan
Roesia is a delightful crocheted cardigan with a straightforward raglan yoke, 3/4 length sleeves and a lovely peephole chevron lace stitch for the main part of the body.
Knitting: Cardigan
This is a sweet cover up cardigan pattern knit in worsted/Aran weight yarn to give extra warmth on cooler days. The pattern is easy to follow with 4 different simple textured patterns on the yoke and a lacy rib round the bottom. The best bit is that there is virtually no seaming to do at the end as the pattern is knit seamlessly from the top do...
Knitting: Booties
A great way to knit baby boots with no seaming. You will need 6-8 buttons for the back fastening, as well as 1 50g ball of main colour and a small amount of a contrasting colour for the trim.
Knitting: Cardigan
A quick and sweet knit and a great introduction to top down knitting. This yoked cardigan features a couple of simple patterns on the yoke for added interest. It is very straightforward so suitable for beginners too. The design is perfect for an extra layer any time of the year and with 6 sizes it is a pattern which can be used again and again ...
Knitting: Booties
A great pattern if you dislike sewing up seams like me! You will need to be able to do a seamless cast on and knit in the round to make these boots. It is also a quick knit, so a wonderful way to learn these techniques too! Two styles of cuff are included and all that is needed is 1 50g ball of DK wool.
Knitting: Booties
A quick and simple pattern knit in the round from the sole up, so no seaming!!!! If you can knit in the round this design is easy to make - only 25g of 8 ply yarn and a small amount of a contrast yarn needed. The straps fasten with snap fasteners, so no need to make buttonholes either! A great gift for a new baby!
Knitting: Booties
A simple pattern to knit Mary Janes with no seams! You will be casting on seamlessly and working in the round, either with DPNs or using the Magic Loop method. If these skills are new to you, then this small scale pattern is the ideal way to learn new skills.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This is a quick and easy pattern to knit a slouchy tam which can easily be made even more slouchy with an extra pattern repeat. The lace pattern which spirals round the hat is easy to follow and the hat is knitted flat and then seamed up the side, making it ideal for novice knitters too.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This is a simple crescent shawl pattern with a variety of lace patterns for interest, It is knit using 100g of sock yarn and is a great pattern to showcase the different shades in variegated yarns - or as a change from sock knitting!
Knitting: Booties
Easy to knit baby shoes for the spring and summer. Knit in more muted tones for boys too. The pattern is quick and simple, requiring no more than a basic understanding of knitting and the ability to crochet a foundation chain. The button fastening also helps to keep the shoes on those wriggly toes!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
If you are new to shawl knitting or want a nice easy knit, then this pattern is perfect. The lace patterns used are very simple with a 6 row pattern repeat being the longest pattern repeat used. The edging is knit first and then stitches are picked up along this length to complete the rest of the shawlette. If the thought of short rows is a lit...
Knitting: Booties
This pattern is knit on 2 needles and then seamed down the heel and along the bottom of the sole. The boots are easy to knit, requiring only a basic knowledge of knitting and cables.
Knitting: Booties
A simple pattern to knit 2 different styles of booties - patterned and plain. Patons Fairytale Colour 4 me used (double knitting). Would look great in any colour combination!
Knitting: Cardigan
This is a great introduction to top down knitting featuring some more unusual techniques - Vikkel / lateral braiding, slipped stitch colour work and sew on buttonhole loops, all of which are very easy but add interest to your project. This design works well for boys and girls - just vary the colours and knit in wool for winter or cotton for spr...
Knitting: Pullover
A simple seamless top down yoked tunic which has a button fastening at the back.
Knitting: Pullover
This is a yoked sweater knit from the top down using DK weight yarn and 4mm (US 6) needles - it is very easy and knits up quickly too. There is a cute crossover neckline and a flared rib at the bottom for added interest. The nature of the patterns used also ensures that the design is very stretchy and so should fit baby for longer. With 6 sizes...
Knitting: Pullover
A knitting pattern to knit a seamless top down top, sweater, tunic, for babies and children to age 7. Tylluan is a raglan yoke pattern knitted from the top down with a lovely square neck, back button fastener, and an owl cable insert. 6 sizes are given from 0-6mths to 6 -7yrs, and it is suitable for girls and boys. It is a great coverup for spr...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
This pattern is worked in the round to ensure a seamless finish. You can either use the Magic Loop technique (my preferred method) or DPNs. The rib, trim and main body all include different
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
An easy Knitting Pattern for Fingerless Gloves or Armwarmers - easy with a good fit too. They are named after my favourite RHS Centre in Surrey.
Knitting: Cardigan
A lovely pattern for any new baby girl and a great introduction to top down knitting too. This pattern is mainly garter stitch and is knit using a slub boucle yarn for extra texture and interest. It can then be further embellished with a little embroidery - all you need is 100g of double knitting weight yarn, 4mm needles, embroidery thread and ...