Sheila Toy Stromberg

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eBook : 4 patterns

A study in drop stitches. They are so fascinating to me; they transform the fabric in unexpected ways. With such little effort, lacy and intricate designs emerge. They steal the spotlight immediately. If you have been wanting to try drop stitches but haven’t taken the time, do so now! You’ll be amazed by how quickly you become hooked on them!

eBook : 7 patterns

Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean the need to knit stops! I can’t keep my knitting needles still that long. These quick little knits are the perfect thing for summer knitting commitment issues and work great with warm weather shoes! They are quick, easy, and fill a much needed gap in the pattern database. Unconventional socks for us crazy knitters!!

eBook : 2 patterns

This is a mini collection of my design, Petra Cardigan. There is something for everyone; sizes span from newborn to women’s 4x! Gorgeous Estonian lace lends elegance and classic details to this garment. It is sure to be well loved and treasured for years to come. A perfect heirloom!

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Knitting: Hair accessories
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Knitting: Hair accessories
Let’s get WEIRD with our scraps, shall we, little goblins? I developed this compendium while procrastiknitting finishing a sweater. These are the perfect little palette cleanse when you’re avoiding doing something, as I am right now. Bonus: they’re a scrap buster for odd bits of yarn! This compendium features 3 scrunchie styles which can be pai...
Knitting: Hair accessories
Scrunchie life is back, and this pattern is the perfect little palette cleanse when you’re avoiding doing something, as I am right now. Summer strawberries are a cute addition to this super sweet bow. This design is worked in 4 individual pieces which are combined.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This design was worked up for my lovely daughter, who is obsessed with all things frog right now. This design is quite easy and looks so fun when completed. The lily pad is worked from the center out in turned rows. It uses a combination of basic stitches and super bulky yarn. It works up quite quickly due to the thickness of the yarn.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Beret, Tam
This design is a modern twist on the classic beret. Soft faux fur yarn is used for the body to mimic the head of a Luna moth. The beret works up extremely quickly due to the bulky yarn and is quite warm. The antennae are worked in the round and seamed to the front of the hat.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This design is something I’ve been dreaming of for years. I finally found the right combination of techniques to get the shawl to do what I wanted, and I couldn’t be happier with the end result! Worked from side to side, you will use a combination of cabling and Intarsia to mimic the wings of a luna moth. Once the body of the work is complete, ...
Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Pullover
If you’ve been curious to try my fluid sizing model but feel a bit intimidated about customizing your pattern, this is a great place to start. You’ll get to dip a toe in customizing your pattern to your body. This design is suitable for an adventurous beginner who knows are comfortable with all the skills in the “Techniques” section.
Knitting: Earflap Hat
The Pacific Northwest is a truly unique place. The rugged cliffs and salty shores capture your love in an instant. A piece of your heart will always remain there once you live or even visit there. I purchased some yarn from Abundant Earth Fiber and was transported back to the time I lived in Washington in an instant. Though the yarn is rustic, ...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This hat is worked from the bottom up seamlessly. You will begin on the smaller needles for the ribbing. Once you begin cabling, you will change to the larger needles. Please note that nearly all the cabled increases/decreases are done in an atypical way! I’m not trying to be a pain, but it’s needed to maintain the twisted rib pattern. If you p...
Crochet: Beret, Tam
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Knitting: Leggings
Are knitted pants necessary? NO. Do we care? Also NO! Everyone deserves a cozy pair of leggings to lounge around in when it’s cold out. This pattern is designed for any size and shape of human. They are fully customized to your exact body. You will use a series of measurements entered into a spreadsheet to get a totally customized pattern made ...
Knitting: Pullover
Your coven awaits, come join us! Dive into fall with this witchy, October pullover. This design is completely customizable. Use it as a guideline to make your own unique sweater to keep you cozy when the winds start to howl.
Crochet: Tee
I have a slight obsession with picturesque tees and this one checks all the boxes. Delicate lace, simple shaping and elegant finishing details make this an extremely satisfying project. The work is begun at the shoulders and worked down from there seamlessly, making it easy to try on as you go so the length is however you prefer. Add sleeves an...
Knitting: Pullover
If the mountains call your name, you must answer! This sweater is worked from the top down seamlessly with a circular yoke. A bit of stranded colorwork keeps the yoke interesting while plain Stockinette stitch ensures a simple body. Colorwork is resumed on the lower sleeve to balance out the design. All in all, this is a pretty simple knit.
Crochet: Accessory
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Knitting: Knee-highs
Soar through the sky with these fabulous knee-highs! This sock pattern is pretty straightforward. It is worked from the toe up in plain Stockinette stitch. The excitement begins at the calf with a pretty colorwork chart.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This super-simple hat is perfect for the little unicorn lover in your life! It is a great pattern for beginners to the magic loop or knitting in the round. Pompoms, ears, and a horn are added after the basic hat is finished. You get a lot of flair without being overly complicated.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Math and art come together to make a beautiful design in Quadratrix Socks! This design is worked from the toe up. It uses a bit of stranding to bring a pop of color to your wardrobe. This pattern was created to utilize mini skeins and really lets them be the start of the show!
Knitting: Scarf
If you’re new to knitting and feeling a bit adventurous, you’ve found the right pattern to level up your skills! If you’re an old pro, this simple design has just enough lace to keep things interesting, but not too much to disrupt your knitflix night. Priorities! This design will lay flat and look nice on both sides; there really is no right or...
Knitting: Pullover
If the mountains call your name, you must answer! This sweater is worked from the top down seamlessly with a circular yoke. A bit of stranded colorwork keeps the yoke interesting while plain Stockinette stitch ensures a simple body. Colorwork is resumed on the lower sleeve to balance out the design. All in all, this is a pretty simple knit. The...
Knitting: Cowl
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Knitting: Cardigan
This is the perfect cozy, slouchy, live-in-me-all-winter cardigan. It is warm in all the right places without being too hot everywhere else. The simple lace pattern gives just enough personality without being too tricky to work up.
Knitting: Earwarmers
Khutulun would certainly need something to hold her hair back in one of her legendary wrestling matches and I think this fits the bill. It is feminine but still utilitarian. This design is a great way to use up yarn minis or leftover bits of sock yarn!
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
This design is worked from the top (finger cuff) down. It is worked in the round and features a simple diamond lace chart. I prefer something with a dreamy halo for this design.
Knitting: Tee
Crop tops can be cute on anyone if you have enough moxy! Give it a try! If crop tops aren’t your thing, no problem. This pattern includes directions on a full-length version as well.
Knitting: Pullover
Travel to the artic with this glorious knit! This sweater is inspired by a trip I took to Alaska to view the Aurora. A bit of stranded colorwork keeps the yoke interesting while plain Stockinette stitch ensures a simple body. Colorwork is resumed on the lower sleeve to balance out the design. All in all, this is a pretty simple, top-down knit.
Knitting: Pullover
Travel to arctic with this glorious knit! This sweater is inspired by a trip I took to Alaska to view the Aurora. A bit of stranded colorwork keeps the yoke interesting while plain Stockinette stitch ensures a simple body. Colorwork is resumed on the lower sleeve to balance out the design. All in all, this is a pretty simple knit.
Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan is a perfect thing to knit for a child. It works up fast with DK weight yarn. The simple cabling looks really impressive, but is pretty easy to work if you’re familiar with cabling techniques. The shawl collar adds a little extra visual interest and is easy to work in simple ribbing. This unisex pattern uses traditional, top-down Rag...
Knitting: Mittens
Do you have some brightly variegated yarn that you don’t know what to do with? Honeycomb brioche is the answer you’ve been looking for! If you are unfamiliar with Honeycomb Brioche, don’t be intimidated! It is pretty easy to master and is the perfect thing for brightly variegated yarn. I have made a tutorial on the technique here: https://youtu...
Crochet: Scarf
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Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
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Knitting: Cardigan
Craving lace in your life? This pattern meets all your lace desires! This cardigan is worked from the top down, ensuring a great fit. The body of the work is really simple; it’s a basic top-down raglan with a relaxed fit, buttoning right at the natural waist ending in a deep ribbing. As you work, you will add garter ridges to the lower body. Th...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Overindulge in cables, you know you want to! This beanie is worked from the bottom up. The cables are quite arduous so this is not for a pattern for most beginners. You must be able to read cable charts for this pattern, there are no written chart rows.
Knitting: Pullover
Now this is the sweater you’ve been waiting for! Go ahead and put together a gorgeous fade with yarn you have or buy that fade kit you’ve been coveting.
Knitting: Headband
This lightweight headband is the perfect thing to work up with those adorable mini-skeins you’ve been coveting! It’s also a great way to use up leftovers from socks or other scraps. This can be worked in 2 colors (as shown) or with a single color.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This hat is instant gratification. It has double pompoms for double the fun! A super simple chevron is worked on the side of the beanie. I like super jumbo yarn for the pompoms on this, but thrums or thick roving would be fun also!
Crochet: Animal Toy
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Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Embrace your inner Stargirl with the Hullygully hat. It is worked in the round from the bottom up with basic cabling. Bulky weight yarn make the hat work up in a weekend, easily. Embellish away with all the tassels, pompoms, and sparkle that your heart desires!
Knitting: Pet Clothing
Can you see the joy that a knitted sweater brings a cat? Look at that cat’s face; he’s in heaven! Ok actually he hates it, but cat sweaters are too fun and cute not to knit up! This pattern works up very quickly in Aran weight yarn, with a little cabling to keep things interesting. I would recommend using a machine-washable yarn if you plan on ...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Sometimes we all crave a bit of lace! Here is a shawl that will satisfy all your lace desires. The main lace pattern is worked from side to side so you are only working 47 stitches at a time for the majority of the work. After the main body is complete, the bottom edging is picked up along the row ends and is worked in a new lace chart while ne...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Always fearsome, Thorin is an adversary not to be underestimated. Luckily these mitts are much less forbidding than the character they’re inspired by! I had to use gold yarn for this pattern, but any semi solid – solid yarn will do the trick. I would not recommend brightly variegated yarn for this design; the cabling will be lost in the noise. ...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
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Knitting: Socks - Other
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Knitting: Cowl
This pattern is made to use up some of that stash. The cowl is worked from the bottom up, so you can go until you run out of the main color. Once that is used up, you’ll work the edging on the neck to prevent the work from rolling, then work the bottom edging with the contrast color until that one is used up as well.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Sizes: Small Child (Large Child, Average Adult, Large Adult) to fit an 18” (19.5”, 21.5”, 23”)/45.5 (49.5, 54.5, 58.5) cm head circumference.
Knitting: Cardigan
Here is a beautiful way to use that gradient yarn you’ve been coveting! This pattern uses DK weight yarn and traditional, top-down Raglan shaping, so it is very approachable. The show-stopping lace ruffles do the heavy lifting but are really quite easy to work.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This super-simple hat is perfect for spring. Work one up to go in a special Easter basket or if you have a trek planned to Watership Down… just make sure you stay clear of Efrafa!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This dynamic little hat is perfect for advanced beginner knitters. There are only basic techniques used to make a visually interesting texture. Add pompoms to amp up the drama and you’re sure to get compliments every time you wear this baby out and about!
Knitting: Cowl
What better way to show off special handspun yarn than this? Get the most out of every precious ounce of handspun yarn by putting your knitting right in the spotlight on your neckline. While the stitch pattern looks really impressive, it’s just a combination of basic cabling and drop stitches. This pattern is designed to be worked until you run...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The stitch pattern featured on this beanie was inspired by the branches of the pinyon pine tree. The rich green of the pinyon pine’s needles are a sharp contrast to the desert southwest that they are found in. I wanted to keep that crisp contrast in the design and cables served that purpose best. If you’re not too keen on cables, I would recomm...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Super bulky yarn makes such a statement in a knitted hat. It looks really trendy and is very warm. I would recommend using a single color or subtly variegated yarn for this pattern. Top with a pompom or faux fur pompom for a special finish. This hat knits up easily in a night or two, which also makes it perfect for last minute gifts!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
We all need a little more lace in our lives, right? This complicate-looking stole is really just a combination of basic decreases and yarn-overs. Looks so impressive!
Knitting: Gloves
If you have seen the Hobbit movies, you certainly were drooling over Oin’s gloves like I was. The detail to match the cable in his gloves to his beard was pretty spectacular to me! I have departed from the original in the cable, but I think that it makes it just a little more special. The remainder of the glove is worked over in simple seed sti...
Knitting: Tee
I first saw Nettle Grove at my local yarn store this spring and absolutely fell in love! What could be more idyllic that knitting with a naturally caustic plant that has been transformed through some sort of fiber-witchcraft into soft, sumptuous yarn? It’s almost too good to be true! I hope you enjoy knitting up this summery tee. The lace shapi...
Knitting: Knee-highs, Mid-calf Socks
Everyone needs a little fox-in-socks in their life! This whimsical little knit will be sure to bring a smile to your face every time you put them on. They are worked from the toe up in plain stockinette stitch so they are a breeze to knit. The white detailing is added after the socks are finished using duplicate stitch. It is a little time cons...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This squishy shawl is a fun way to use beautiful, heavy yarn, yarn scraps, or gradient yarn. The pattern is really easy to memorize, making knitting it kind of a no-brainer after the pattern is established. You can keep going until the yarn runs out, getting the most out of hand dyed skeins!
Knitting: Scarf
This speedy little scarf is a fun way to use beautiful, heavy yarn. It will work up quickly and the pattern is really easy to memorize, making knitting it kind of a no-brainer after the pattern is established.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This hat is just about the coziest thing you could knit up this winter! The stitch pattern makes a lovely, dense fabric and showcases special yarn beautifully. Striping, ombre, wild dye jobs, and single color yarn will all work wonderfully for this hat. It knits up easily in a night or two, which also makes it perfect for last minute gifts!
Knitting: Cardigan
This rustic cardigan was inspired by a Japanese Haori; they are loose and comfortable to wear, hang a little long on the body with wide sleeves and a deep collar. I took the things I liked about Haoris add remixed them to suit the modern wardrobe. It is easy to wear and super cozy!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
I keep bees because I love living things and it’s good for the earth; plus, I do live in the Beehive State, after all. I must admit, this hat is for a particular kind of person, but my little beekeeper loves it, so hopefully yours will too! This hat is super warm, due to the double-layers and is very comfortable to wear.
Knitting: Cardigan
This rustic little cardigan was inspired by a Japanese Haori; they are loose and comfortable to wear, hang a little long on the body with wide sleeves and a deep collar. I took the things I liked about Haoris add remixed them to suit the modern little kid. It is easy to wear and super cozy!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Are you looking for the cardigan pattern from this photo shoot? Find it here: Tashirojima Haori for Littles
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Pullover
There’s something quietly magical about fall. Leaves changing color and drying out, then turning into a crunchy carpet underfoot; crisp morning air; seeing your warm breath rising in a fog around you; and of course, bundling up in cozy hand knits to survive the hoarfrost! It is my favorite time of year and I think this design really encapsulate...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Are you looking for the capelet featured in this photo shoot? Find it here: Wolf Star Capelet
Knitting: Slippers
These quick little slipper socks are just the thing for chilly mornings when fall starts to set in. They are worked from the toe up with a reinforced heel and edging to keep them snug on your feet. With 4 sizes, no one is left out! These slippers could easily have a leather sole stitched to them for added traction.
Knitting: Pullover
I was watching the TV show Fargo (season 2) and ok, it’s seriously so weird, but this girl in the show was wearing this amazing sweater! At least her sweater made the show worthwhile for me. So here is my take on Noreen Vanderslice’s glorious sweater (I honestly did not make that up, that is the actual character’s name).
Knitting: Earwarmers
This is the quintessential bowed ear warmer. The work is fairly straightforward with a couple little twists to keep the work interesting. Lovely pleating and the picot-rib edging both gives you a lot of visual interest without actually being technically difficult. I think you’ll enjoy this cozy little project!
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
I designed this gorgeous cable for a mitt pattern but they were just too good to keep to one pattern! I had to make a sock pattern as well. These socks are worked from the toe-up and have a traditional heel-flap.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Balin is the stalwart, steady influence over the company lead by Thorin. His heart shines through and is a voice of reason over the sometimes-heady group! These bracers embody the warm nature of the character, with dwarvish cables to keep things interesting. The fingers can be covered with the cuff unfolded for chilly mornings, then folded back...
Knitting: Hair accessories
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Crochet: Collar
This fantastic lace collar is inspired by one of my biggest heroes, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg of the United States Supreme Court. She has spent her life furthering women’s rights and protecting women’s interests in the US. She is truly supreme. RBG rocks elaborate lace and beaded collars, subtly making room for herself (and of course, the res...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Bilbo may return to the Shire as a well-traveled warrior, but in his heart he will always be a hobbit. These fingerless gloves are just like our hero - humble, homespun, with just a hint of wanderlust. Perfect for pipe smoking outside the hobbit hole with an old friend! The pattern is worked from the wrist-cuff up to the fingers and is entirely...
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Look at that squashy, poofy stitch pattern! This hat is so perfect for crazy variegated yarn; the more colors, the better! Go nuts.
Knitting: Vest
Shawls are such a lovely garment to knit up, but I find them hard to keep in place while I’m going about my day! Enter: the flutter vest. It has all the elegant lace details of a traditional shawl, but features armholes so it stays in place. The lace for this design was inspired by feathered wings. The feathers are spare along the back and grad...
Knitting: Gloves
This pattern features 3 distinct finishing options - full gloves, 2 open fingers, and fingerless mitts. Every options is available for both hands in all the sizing
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Galadriel is everything a heroine should be. She deserves armor to wear into battle! I love that she is so demure but also so ferocious when needed. She’s everything I love in a female character. This pattern is a gorgeous tribute to her strength. When I discovered scalemail, it just spoke immediately to me and I knew I had to utilize it in my ...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Ok Dwalin is such a boss in the Hobbit movies; I’m so envious of this killer hand armor! These hand warmers are not really for the severe cold since they are open on the palms, but they’ll keep your hands warm while still affording you grip of your palms and fingers. I’m told that is so you can still wield your ax in battle! Or keep hold of you...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
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Knitting: Cardigan
This is the quintessential cardigan: cozy, warm, comfortable, button-down, and seamless. This is the cardigan you can live in and wear every day! Subtle waist shaping gives it an understated feminine line.
Knitting: Tee
This breezy little tee is just the thing brighten up rainy days when spring is beginning to give way to real warm weather. While it is worked mainly in easy stockinette stitch, special details like the pleating at the neckline and pretty eyelets give this tee interest while not being too taxing. This tee works up beautifully in any fiber conten...
Crochet: Headband
Is this a practical headpiece for logical folks? Ok, probably not so much. But do we all need one of these anyways? YES. Yes. A thousand times yes. Satyrs expect such things of their child-brides (10+ to Gryffindor if you catch the reference).
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
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Knitting: Convertible Gloves
Oh my gosh, Fili is such a hardcore character. He somehow manages to make being a dwarf look elegant, despite the clunky boots and heavy-set features. I hope these mitts embody him! I wanted to work something with the beauty of cables, while keeping the rustic quality of tweed alive. I think these would suit him. The double-staghorn cable (don’...
Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
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Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Time to get cozy! This super comfy slouch is the perfect hat to wait out the winter in. Worked from the bottom up, it can be worked as long as you like, for extra slouchiness! The chevron pattern keeps the work interesting while you go. The crown decreases gradually so it lays beautifully, not all scrunched and bunched like some slouch hats. Ad...
Knitting: Earflap Hat
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Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Bonnet
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Knitting: Scarf
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Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Lightweight and lovely, this quick weekend knit is just the thing for last minute gift giving! The cables make a diamond pattern, while looking a little leaf-like at the same time. This pattern is very straightforward and easy for intermediate knitters. Enjoy!
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
I can’t be the only one who watches a movie and obsesses over every knitted garment seen therein, right? Since Lord of the Rings came out I’ve wanted a pair of Gandalf’s gauntlets. Apparently you do too! I hope you enjoy this quick little weekend knit. They work up quickly and are surprisingly toasty.
Knitting: Mittens
This simple mitten is the perfect first mitten pattern for knitters who are already comfortable working cables. There aren’t any tricky gusset stitches to deal with here! The stitch pattern is interesting enough to keep you from being bored, but simple enough not to need too much brain power. They are comfortable, quick to work, and look great!...
Knitting: Cowl
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Crochet: Vest
This little flutter vest is such a fun accessory to add to any closet. It can be dressed up for fancy occasions or dressed down with jeans and a tee shirt and look just as good! It’s a quick project but will quickly become a staple of your wardrobe. It’s the perfect layering piece. This project is worked in turned rows using pretty basic stitch...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Tokewanna Peak Beanie is a hat that was made for the ski lodge. Ski culture is so prominent where I live that I couldn’t write this pattern without paying homage to it. I must say, this hat really is the toastiest, cushiest, warmest hat I’ve ever designed. It’s totally delicious worked up in Malabrigo’s super smooth worsted weight yarn, but wou...
Knitting: Headband
This is a quick little weekend knit! It’s really 3 patterns in 1. The skinny version is more like a headband. The wide version is the perfect summer head wrap. The extra wide version makes a lovely ear muff for the fall!
Knitting: Cardigan
Men deserve lovely hand knits too! This design is complicated enough to keep the knitter interested, but simple enough that the man it’s knit for will actually wear it. If you are one of the rare men knitters, lucky you! You know you’ll like it. The rest of us have to try to read our gent’s minds…
Knitting: Cardigan
This highly anticipated pattern is finally here! Worked in a cushy tweed, it’s the perfect thing for snuggling up on a blustery night with a good book. Worked in a lightweight flax, linen, or cotton, it is great for warm-weather layering. The cardigan can be worn in a variety of ways, making it a very versatile knit. I love getting a lot of ban...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This is a snug, comfortable hat that works up in a gorgeous diamond cable pattern. The cabling looks very complicated, but is really just basic cables worked in conjunction with sneaky shaping! If you have a basic understanding of cabling, you will be able to work this pattern.
Crochet: Bonnet
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Knitting: Toeless Sock
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Knitting: Vest
This quick little lace vest works up in a weekend! It is perfectly lightweight for layering and easy to wear in many different ways, making it a lovely versatile garment. The perfect low commitment project to bust that stash! Ethereal dragon wings compliment almost any outfit, worked in the right yarn!
Knitting: Legwarmers
What’s a demon to wear while haunting the misty hills in the full moon? These lovely leg warmers, of course! They can be worn under loose boots to highlight the lovely fur cuff, or with booties to highlight the corset band on the back. The corset lacing ensures these will fit you snugly and stay up on your legs, regardless of if they’re worn ov...
Crochet: Bonnet
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Knitting: Slippers
I’m fairly sure these are the most adorable slippers ever to walk the earth. What kid wouldn’t love to see their favorite furry creature adorn their feet? This pattern is written such that it can be customized to whatever mammal is your kid’s favorite! There are a variety of ears and noses and tails to be able to realize whatever creation your ...
Knitting: Cardigan
There’s such a lack in cute boy’s cardigan designs! I was looking for something to knit for my boy and couldn’t find anything even remotely close to what I wanted, so I had to design something. This cardigan is very simple; it is comprised of basic stitches to make a lovely pattern so you can knit it up quickly and easily. The pattern stitches ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
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Crochet: Cozy - Other
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Knitting: Headband
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Knitting: Ankle Sock
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Knitting: Ankle Sock
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Knitting: Earwarmers
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Crochet: Scarf
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Knitting: Sports Equipment
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Knitting: Slippers
Snuggly, adorable, and can stand up for themselves! These are the qualities I need in my slippers (and men…). Such a small commitment, you can make new ones each season! These would also make great gifts for crafty, non-knitting friends who are brave enough to give felting a whirl!
Knitting: Pullover
This is a fun little pullover indeed! It works up quite quickly, due to nice thick yarn and short sleeves. The front and back panels of the pullover are worked flat to enable intarsia work on the front if desired. The work is then seamed at the shoulders and sides and the remainder of the garment is worked in the round. This decreases awkward s...
Knitting: Earwarmers
This super quick little headband is a great weekend knit! It works up in about an hour! It has a staggered short-row shaping to give the front more width than the back. It is reversible and very warm and cozy, especially worked in animal fiber. A great way to showcase your handspun yarn!
Knitting: Cowl
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Crochet: Headband
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Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Summer is so perfect for drop stitches! If you have been intimidated by them, don’t be! They are way easier than you think, and they look so lacy and gorgeous with such a minimal amount of work. This pattern is written in such a way that it is the perfect intro to drop stitches. The drop stitches will be explicitly explained in the pattern, mak...
Knitting: Earwarmers
A quick little weekend knit! These ear muffs work up super quickly using Aran weight yarn. Available in 4 sizes, this ear muff works for all adult head sizes. No more one size fits all! This pattern was written as a companion to my Pinery Mitts pattern, check it out if you like this pattern!
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
These mitts are perfect for any adults! No more “one size fits all”. Worked in a range of sizes from extra small to extra large, everyone gets a mitt that actually fits them! The cabled pattern looks just as good for men or women and a variety of different looks can be achieved by using different kinds of yarn. Using Aran weight yarn makes thes...
Crochet: Bag - Other
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Knitting: Pullover
Have you been dying to try dropped stitches but a little intimidated by them? This is the perfect pattern for a beginner to the technique! Only 3 stitches are dropped but look fabulously complicated when complete. Worked from the top down, this pattern uses basic sweater techniques incorporating basic lace techniques along the way. It’s perfect...
Knitting: Socks - Other
Sometimes all I need is just a teeny bit of a sock down in the toe of my shoes to prevent blisters. Some shoes are backless or super strappy around the heel, making it impossible to wear a full sock to keep you feet cushioned. That’s where these sneaky little socks shine! They really won’t stay on your feet without shoes on, though!
Knitting: Socks - Other
These little socks are just what summer sling backs need! Banish blisters with these pretty socks. Worked in a standard toe or an extra skinny toe, they will work for many kinds of shoes. This pattern uses such a small amount of yarn that it’s perfect for using up those spare bits of yarn. These socks are really easy to customize to any foot si...
Knitting: Toeless Sock
Come on, we deserve a better pedicure sock! One that actually stays in place! The toe sections keep the socks on your feet without riding up. Perfect pedicure socks, or for fun summer peep toe shoes! They are low cut so you can wear them with warm-weather shoes. Keep your feet cozy and blister free this summer! This pattern is an excellent way ...
Knitting: Feet / Legs - Other
Blisters aren’t sexy!
Knitting: Socks - Other
Need a little extra cushion for your summer sandals? These are the socks for you! The toe sections keep the socks on your feet without riding up. The sling-back heel allows you to wear your favorite summer shoes with socks—without looking strange! Protect your tootsies from blisters in style! This is also a great way to use up extra bits of lef...
Knitting: Socks - Other
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Crochet: Slippers
This is a pattern born of necessity! Those of us with abnormal sized feet have a hard time finding cute slipper patterns, let alone finding regular shoes that fit us as they should. This pattern is amazing in that it’s totally customizable to any adult’s size foot, and I promise there is NO MATH involved. Seriously! Narrow to wide, very small t...
Knitting: Cardigan
I designed this is a fantastic cardigan pattern to use minimal amounts of sock weight yarn. The cardigan is meant to fit snug on the arms, and flow in a somewhat mermaid-tail way to the back. It is not intended to be able to close over your bust, just to cover your arm and then stay out of your way!
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
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Crochet: Cowl
Nag’s Head is a convertible cowl! It can be worn in a variety of ways depending on your mood. Crocheted in a lovely shell pattern, the fabric is a great way to show off your skills! It looks just as good knit in a solid color as it does in variegated yarn. A super quick project and easy to wear every day.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Deerborn is a super warm beanie which works just as well for a man or a woman! The fabric is extremely warm, dense, and cushy, while still being elastic. There are 3 sizes to fit the average, large, and extra large head (sizes 18” - 25”). The hat is worked in the round on either double-point needles or cable needles, whichever is preferred. The...
Knitting: Cardigan
Salt City Cardi is a totally customizable cardigan! The gorgeous lace panels are easy to shape seamlessly into any size. This unique pattern lets the knitter customize the size as it is worked so the garment is sure to fit like a glove! Standard directions are also given, from size Petite XS to Tall XL and every permutation in between!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Small chevrons inspired by the Blue Ridge Mountains adorn the body of this hat. Worn tight around the head or more laid back and slouchy, the modern details and bright colors bring something new to your winter wardrobe. The bulky yarn and dense fabric make this hat incredibly warm. The chevron pattern is worked with dropped yarn overs and delay...
Crochet: Feet / Legs - Other
This is a lovely gift to crochet for those last minute baby showers! These work up very fast, due to the large size yarn/hook and are very cute. Using cotton yarn makes them easy to care for and comfy on the feet. Every little girl needs at least one pair!