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Crochet: Poncho
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Crochet: Coaster, Potholder
Panhandlers includes three sizes: a gauge swatch coaster as well as a potholder and a hot pad. All three are worked in Tunisian crochet (TSS and TKS) which gives a nice thickness to protect your hand or table from heat. A border is worked around the edges to finish the edges and tame any rolling edges. You’ll need 100% cotton worsted weight yar...
Crochet: Cowl, Shawl / Wrap
Cling Wrap is a fun shoulder wrap to hook up fast in easy shell stitches. It is worked in the round with a mobius twist or can be worked as a no-twist tube. An optional collar can be added for back neck coverage as shown in the photos. As a bonus, the pattern also includes instructions to make a narrower cowl with 220 yards of yarn that can be ...
Knitting: Scarf
In this scarf the stitch pattern meanders along the edges of the scarf creating an interesting textural pattern like a Zen garden in simple knits and purl stitches. Reversible, It looks the same on both sides. This could be a good guy scarf but is wearable by anyone. Knit it with worsted weight yarn on size 8 (5mm) knitting needles this scarf m...
Knitting: Scarf, Headband
Powerlines is an easy scarf and quick knit in a worsted weight yarn. Slip stitches create the vertical lines on the right side of the scarf and the rest is all garter stitch. There are two ways to create this look. Both methods are included in the pattern for you to choose the way you like best. You’ll need 200 yards of yarn and size 8 (5mm) kn...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This asymmetric shawl is crocheted sideways from tip to end in a sock/fingering weight yarn (430 yards) with a size G (4mm) crochet hook. It has three sections with different stitches as it grows. It ends with a lambs tail edging worked along the side and bottom edges. The edging can be worked in another yarn. Finished blocked size was 62” neck...
Knitting: Scarf
Dozer Trax is a bold, masculine scarf that reminds me of bulldozer tracks. It is knit lengthwise in a bulky weight yarn and works up quickly. (Instructions are included for using a worsted or Aran weight yarn.) You’ll need 150 yards of bulky weight yarn (or doubled worsted weight) with a size 10 (6mm) long circular needle to hold all the stitch...
Crochet: Poncho
This fun and easy poncho can be hooked up in a few days with two cakes of Lion Brand Mandala, a DK weight yarn, with a size H (5mm) crochet hook. You can also use a single color yarn, many colors, or a yarn with long color runs. Crochet two squares in spiral rounds until large enough, place them on point, and seam shoulders leaving a neck openi...
Crochet: Scarf
Hook this one up fast with a skein of sock yarn and a size G (4mm) crochet hook. As you work the easy repeat, small points form along the bottom edge of the scarf. Make it as short or long as you wish and use any weight of yarn by changing the hook size to suit the yarn. The sample was made with 50gm/230 yards of Noro Kureyon sock yarn. Finishe...
Crochet: Cardigan
The body of Cardi Me is crocheted side-to-side giving it a slimmer look. It is worked in one piece with each section built on the previous one. Only two small side seams and a few ends to weave in. It features set-in tapered sleeves worked in the round in the armhole, a scooped neckline, and a timeless, classic style that you will make again an...
Knitting: Scarf, Cowl
Rustic Hug is a shoulder warmer that is a quick knit with a bulky weight yarn and size 11 (8mm) knitting needles. Knit from side-to-side in garter stitch with short row shaping (no wraps needed). Add a buttonhole, close it with a pin, sew the fronts together to form a cowl or add a zipper. You’ll need 200 yards of bulky weight yarn (or doubled ...
Knitting: Scarf
A good scarf for guys and gals, this easy scarf is in a knit and purl ribbing and garter stitch pattern that looks more complicated than it actually is. Playing with this simple motif created four different looks --Twist (blue), Climb (natural), Switch (green) and Reverse (peach). Size 9 knitting needles and 200 yards of Aran weight yarn makes ...
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
This is an easy-to-knit scarf or shawl (200-550 yards). Knit from the top down, it has a square corner, and it increases at one end more than the other to create an asymmetric triangle. It begins in garter stitch and finishes with a box border and a picot edging (in crochet or knit). Five sizes are given in the pattern from scarf to shawl size ...
Crochet: Scarf
Do you have a ball of yarn in your stash you’ve been looking for something special to make that doesn’t need a lot of yardage? This scarf is a great way to use it up and make something you will wear again and again (or gift to someone). Addicted to Love is a narrow scarf worked end-to-end in crochet. Increase until you have used up 40-50% of yo...
Crochet: Scarf
Cold Digger is a warm scarf hooked from end-to-end in two Tunisian crochet stitches that create a nice texture. It works up pretty quickly. Start with a few stitches and slowly increase until you have used about 45% of your yarn, then decrease back to the beginning stitch count. Finish the edge with slip stitch or single crochet. A scarf about ...
Knitting: Headband
This headband or ear warmer will keep your head and ears warm. Pull it down around your neck indoors as a cowl. It should fit or stretch to fit most teen and adult heads and cover the ears. It is a quick and easy knit using about 55 yards of worsted/Aran weight yarn on a size 8” 16” circular knitting needle. Worked in the round with ribbing and...
Crochet: Scarf
Punchcard can be made as a scarf or a cowl. It hooks up quickly. Worked in an easy filet crochet pattern, the motif can be repeated to make it as long as you wish or as your yarn allows. Using 380 yards of fingering/sock weight yarn and a size G (4 mm) crochet hook, the finished scarf measured 58” long x 6” wide with 14 motifs. A small cowl can...
Knitting: Earwarmers, Beanie, Toque
Band Practice is a headband that is almost a hat. It is a versatile piece that can be worn covering your ears and most of your head or pulled down around neck as a cowl. (Make it into a hat with the bonus instructions included in this pattern.) It is worked in the round in a simple rib pattern except for a cable within an oval turtle cable moti...
Crochet: Poncho, Shawl / Wrap
Ridge Runner is a warm wrap worked from side-to-side in crochet for a ribbed look. It begins at the longest side and decreases to the arm length desired. Once the body is finished the neckband is added in Tunisian knit stitch. It can be turned into a poncho by seaming the front edges together. Close it with a pin or add buttons or snaps. The pi...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Runaway Bay is an asymmetric, top-down shawl with an off-center, right angle. It makes me think of sunsets and sailboat sails. Knit it the size you wish and bind off all stitches or add the pointy lace edging. This is an easy-to-knit shawl that is longer on one side of the spine than the other. If you don’t like the yarnover holes, simply knit ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Skydiver is a top down, crescent shaped shawl worked in garter stitch. It features a lace wing border and an optional crocheted edging. The hump at center back provides some extra neck coverage or it can be folded down to form a collar. This is a fast knit in garter stitch with just a little lace for fun. Use any weight of yarn you like with a ...
Crochet: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Reach Out is an asymmetric triangle shawl worked from the top down. It has a right angle corner in the middle with one side growing faster than the other. It can be worn with the point in back or front, or even used as a head scarf. Make it any size (scarf to shawl) with any weight of yarn by changing the hook size to suit the yarn you choose. ...
Crochet: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Meltaway is worked from tip-to-top as a shallow triangle that is a scarf or a shawl depending on how much yarn you use (200-600 yards). Just keep crocheting until you run out of yarn. It can be made with any weight of yarn by changing the hook size to suit the yarn. It is made with hdc in the back loops to create a ribbed, chain stitch detailin...
Knitting: Cowl
Line Dancing is a top-down, bandana style cowl that creates a turtleneck at the same time as you knit the bandana front. A ridge stitch pattern creates lines across the fabric. It can be knit with one or two colors. Knit until it’s wide enough to fit around your neck comfortably and stretch to fit over your head, then join the turtleneck part i...
Knitting: Scarf
River Delta (it looks like one!) is a fast and easy-to-knit scarf that begins with a wide bottom in a rib pattern and decreases to become a long, narrow scarf. Reversible so either side can be worn as the right side. Place the fan part in the front, wrap the narrow end around your neck, and tuck it under the front. The narrow part of the scarf ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Care Package is a top-down, shoulder warming shawl worked in a ridge stitch pattern that creates lines across the fabric. It can be knit using a single color of yarn or with two colors, using the second color to knit the ridge rows. Use any weight of yarn by changing the needle size to suit the yarn you choose. The finished size will be determi...
Crochet: Throw
Playing Hooky is worked from the center out using spiral construction (no joined rounds). Two sides are worked in solid dc stitches and the opposite two sides are worked in 3dc granny stitch. Keep working around and around until you run out of yarn or the blanket is large enough. The sample was made with 1,180 yards of a DK weight yarn and a si...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Forest Sunrise is a top-down swirl shawl (or cape) that begins with enough stitches to fit around your neck. It is worked in an increasing rib pattern using simple short rows to curve the shawl as it grows. The shawl ends with a beautiful leaf lace edging. Finished size was 27” neck x 10-16” long unblocked. Blocking is needed to make the lace e...
Crochet: Scarf
This very easy to hook scarf is made with a corner and angled ends using a textured stitch pattern worked in the back loop that looks similar to ribbing. The scarf can be finished with a slip stitch edge or fringe can be added to the ends. Make it any size you wish with any weight of yarn by changing the hook size to suit your yarn. My sample s...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This asymmetric triangle can be worn as a shawl or used as a hip wrap at the beach. It starts at the tip with just a few stitches and grows wider and longer every row. The side edging is worked as you crochet each row. An optional edging can be worked after the last row on the end. The sample was made with 540 yards of fingering/sock weight yar...
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Shell-ter Me is a square blanket worked from the center out in spiral construction using dc and chain stitches. No joined rounds after Round 1. Keep working around and around in a continuous spiral until the blanket is big enough or you are out of yarn. The pink/white was made with 1,150 yards of DK/#3 weight yarn with a size H (5 mm) crochet h...
Crochet: Throw
Detour is a blanket worked in rows around three sides of a central strip. It can be made with two colors of yarn or with one yarn that has long colors run or tying together scraps of yarn to form a magic ball. In the two color version, you change colors every row and carry the yarn along the side so there are only four ends to weave in. My prot...
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Chockalock is worked in continuous diagonal rows of stepped blocks that are either solid or open/filet. Make a dishcloth first to learn the technique before you tackle a blanket. Crochet until it is wide enough, then work even until it is long enough, and then fill in the corner. Then add a slightly ruffly, five round border to complete the bla...
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
This yoke style scarf buttons at the neck to keep it in place. Easy on and off without crushing your hair. It is knit from the neck down in a simple ribbing pattern. Throw in some short rows for shaping and work some well placed increases to make it flare out before ending with a secondary ribbing. Work it with one or two buttonholes and make i...
Crochet: Baby Blanket
This 8 sided blanket is made almost entirely with dc and chain stitches from the center out in an unjoined spiral. Stitches are worked between the stitches from the previous row to create a thermal type texture. It’s very quick-to-hook. The blanket can be made any size, with any weight of yarn, using a hook size that works for that yarn. It’s g...
Knitting: Cowl
Fan Out is a swish of a cowl that can be worn over or under a coat to block the cold wind. It begins with ribbing in the round, transitions to flat knitting with no-wrap short rows for shaping and then some increases to form the dramatic sweep across the front. Sew a small seam at the shoulder or leave it open. You’ll need 125 yards of a heavy ...
Knitting: Cowl, Earwarmers
This is a small cowl that is great for guys. It’s simple, masculine and a little rough. Knit from the top down, it begins with ribbing knit in the round and switches to (no wrap) short rows to create the triangle front. It’s great to wear under a coat or shirt to shield you from the cold wind around your throat and neck. You’ll need a 16” size ...
Knitting: Cowl, Poncho
I think all of us could use a Comforting Hug about now. Here’s one you can make for yourself or others. More than a cowl but less than a cape, it’s a simple and quick knit that will keep your shoulders warm, stay in place and out of your way. I call it a topper because it can be worn over a shirt or a coat for extra warmth. It is knit from the ...
Knitting: Cape
The Traveler is a rib look, top down cape or poncho made with 600-800 yards of worsted or Aran weight yarn with a size 9 (5.5 mm) circular knitting needle. It knits up quickly. Begun by knitting flat, joined to form an offset placket and knit in the round. Split for arm openings and finished with ribbing that can be enhanced with a drop stitch ...
Crochet: Scarf
This End Up begins like a pine tree, changes to straight edges, and finishes with a twisted fringe. It’s easy! Only two ends to weave in! The pattern was written using worsted or Aran weight yarn with a size H crochet hook. The finished scarf measured 50” long x 5” wide. It can be made any size with any weight of yarn you like by changing the h...
Crochet: Cowl
Double Decker is a flirty little cowl that works up fast sideways with little drops along every other edge. When it fits comfortably around the neck, seam the ends together to form a cowl. Fold one row of drops down so that there are two rows. Use any yarn weight by choosing a hook size that works with that yarn. With 150 yards of DK weight and...
Crochet: Scarf
Flying Fingers is a fun, skinny scarf that works up fast using odd skeins and leftover yarn from other projects. Keep hooking until you run out of yarn at the end of any row. You can add fringe to both ends of the scarf or seam the ends together to form a loop. It can be made with any weight of yarn by changing the hook size to suit the yarn. M...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Vintage Modern is a triangle shawl worked sideways with a simple dc body and an intricate fan edging that is created as you go. Work the increase portion until you have used up 50% of your yarn (and completed a full or half fan) and decrease to the end. Beads may be added to the picots on the edging. The pattern was written using 475 yards of f...
Crochet: Scarf
Dance in the Rain is an addictive scarf to hook that works up fast and fabulous. Worked sideways in an easy two row repeat with a raindrop edging that is worked as you go. Yes, you can add beads to the edging. For the asymmetric scarf, increase until your yarn is used up all of your yarn. For the symmetric scarf increase until you have used up ...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Keep on the Sunny Side is a triangle shawl that is worked sideways in a simple leaf pattern. Every other row ends with a side drop edging that can be beaded. The shawl finishes with a three row edging. The pattern is written for 532 yards of fingering/sock weight yarn and a size G crochet hook. You can make it any size (scarf 250 yards to a sha...
Crochet: Throw
This filet look baby blanket looks like boxes nested together. It may look challenging but is very easy once you start working the design. It is made with only double crochet and chain stitches. A solid color yarn is recommended so the design is not lost. You’ll need 958 yards of sport weight yarn and a size G crochet hook for a blanket that is...
Knitting: Cowl
Knit a fast-and-easy cowl in a 3x2 rib in the round on a 16” circular knitting needle with a bulky weight yarn. The uneven rib stitch gives a different look to the cowl when it is worn folded down around the neck. It will dress up a coat, dress, or top and help you stay warm at the same time. The sample was made with one skein of Lion Brand Woo...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
With gratitude and a nod to my crochet heritage from my great grandma to my mom, I designed this shawl using the traditional granny stitch look but I approached it from a different angle. This quick-to-hook shawl is worked from the bottom point up to the top. Make it as big or small as you like before working the top border and shell edging aro...
Crochet: Scarf
Escalator is a shallow triangle scarf crocheted from the top down in two or more colors of yarn, a long color run yarn, or leftovers. Colors can be changed every row or as desired. The scarf begins with one block and each row adds two more blocks over it in steps going uphill and downhill. The pattern was written for DK or a light worsted weigh...
Knitting: Legwarmers
Knit these ribbed ankle warmies in the round from the top down to keep your ankles and lower legs warm or wear them as boot toppers. They are knit with three different ribbing stitches to hug your legs and ankles. This pattern is written using 140 yards of DK weight yarn and size 6 (4 mm) knitting needles. Use your favorite method of knitting i...
Knitting: Scarf
This fun, narrow scarf look like stacked cupcakes, hence the name! A fast scarf to knit for gifts. Knit it with small skeins of yarn, leftovers from other projects, or those orphans skeins hiding in your stash. The pattern is an easy repeat worked in a combination of garter, ribbing, and long drop stitches. The pattern is written to use about 1...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This top down shawl is quick-to-hook in a sport or fingering/sock weight yarn with a size G hook. You’ll need 350 yards for the body and 87 yards for the edging for a smaller shawl size. It’s a simple two row repeat with a lace edging added when the body is finished. This shawl can be made with any weight of yarn by changing the hook size to su...
Knitting: Cowl
A fun cowl that knits up fast in super bulky weight yarn (though it can be knit with a lighter weight of yarn). I designed this with guys and gals in mind. You’ll need 160 yards of super bulky weight yarn with size 11 (8 mm) circular knitting needle. The cowl is knit from the top down starting with a few stitches to form a long point. When it i...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This asymmetric wrap is knit sideways starting with a few stitches with a lace edging. It is knit in a combination of stockinette and garter stitch. The goose track edging can be carried along the side and ribbing at the neckline (as pictured). Or choose one of the other options included in the pattern. It can be worn with the ribbed edge up or...
Knitting: Scarf
A whimsical tree scarf that looks like half of a pine tree. Knit the tree first. Then rotate the scarf, cast on for a trunk, pick up stitches along the long edge and knit a tree trunk and spine. The pattern is written for worsted or Aran weight yarn with a size 8 (5 mm) 24” long circular knitting needle. You will need 200-250 yards of green for...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Summerland is a generous half circle shawl that is crocheted from the top down in a constantly evolving lace pattern. You’ll need 529 yards of DK weight yarn and a size H crochet hook. Finished size 44” neckline x 18” deep before blocking and 50.5” neckline x 21” deep at center back after blocking. Use any weight of yarn for this project by cha...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This top down shawl is worked in double crochet. The shaping creates a shawl that hugs your shoulders. You’ll need 481 yards of worsted weight yarn for the body and 142 yards in a different color for the edging with a size I (5.5 mm) crochet hook. Unblocked size is 39.5” neckline x 17.25” deep at center back. Blocked size: 44.5” neckline x 18.5...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
The Rainbow Connection Shawl is a top down shawl that is shaped with carefully placed increases to create a shawl that wraps around your shoulders.The repeat is very easy to remember. There is a simple edging that can be added to finish the bottom of the shawl. This shawl can be made any size or with any weight of yarn by changing the hook size...
Knitting: Scarf
Starting Blocks is an asymmetric triangle scarf or shawl that is knit sideways in stockinette. It has a block edging that is added as you knit. Make a scarf/shawlette with 200 yards of worsted weight yarn and size 8 knitting needles. Unblocked size is 36.5” neckline x 18.5” at bind off. Blocked size is 41.5” neckline x 23” at bind off. Make it ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Wind Shear is a top down swirl shawl made with worsted weight yarn and a size 9 (5.5 mm) long circular knitting needle. It’s a half circle plus in shape. As the shawl grows, a new wedge section is added to the shawl and the neckline curves around. When enough sections have been knit, switch to garter stitch to add length while working the sawto...
Knitting: Scarf
Wind Shear is a top down swirl scarf made with worsted weight yarn and a size 8 (5 mm) circular knitting needle. As each new wedge section is added to the scarf, it curves the neckline. Once enough sections have been knit, switch to knitting the sawtooth border. The border includes some short rows and binds off each point across the bottom edge...
Knitting: Scarf
The Eaves Drop Scarf is knit sideways in garter stitch from the bottom up. The edging is knit with short rows as you go with cast ons and decreases. Use 100-300 yards of worsted weight yarn with a size 8 (5 mm) circular needle to handle a large amount of stitches. With 300 yards the scarf is 50” neckline x 10” deep at the deepest point. 100 yar...
Knitting: Cowl
This cowl hugs your neck to keep out the drafts. It begins as a split cowl that is knit sideways in garter stitch from the bottom up. The edging is knit as you go with the use of cast ons and decreases. Then join and work the ribbed turtleneck and ruffle in the round. Knit with a DK weight yarn, I used a size 8 - 16” circular knitting needle bu...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A top down shawl knit in garter stitch that can be made with a single Caron Cake (or any worsted weight yarn) using a size 8 (5 mm) circular knitting needle. This five panel shawl features mitered squares at each end with a triangle in the center. It is shaped with yarnover increases that can be knit through the back loop on the following row t...
Knitting: Scarf
This scarf makes a set paired with The Big Guy Hat. It’s a fast knit on big needles in about 28 rows. The scarf is knit lengthwise in a super bulky weight yarn with a size 11 circular. You’ll need about 200 yards of yarn for a scarf that measures 66” long x 7” wide. The diagonal stitch pattern of knits and purls makes for a textured reversible ...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Need a hat for a big guy you can knit in a flash? Try this one knit from the bottom up using a super bulky weight yarn (about 70-80 yards) and a size 11 - 16” circular knitting needle. Only 36-40 rows unless you need a longer hat. Finished size is 24” around unstretched x 9” tall. The sides of the hat are knit in a diagonal stitch pattern in kn...
Knitting: Poncho
Cold Wave is a seamless poncho that is knit from the top down with Aran/heavy worsted weight yarn and two sizes of circular knitting needles. Begin by casting on for the cowl with size 9 needles. Then change to a size 10 circular and cast on from one side of the cowl to begin to form the body. The body is knit in rows in an easy textured diagon...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Naughty Lissa is a heart shaped triangle shawl that is very fast-to-hook in a worsted weight yarn using a size H crochet hook. The rows are worked sideways, starting with a few stitches and growing longer and deeper with each row. As each new section is added to the shawl, the neckline curves. Full size shawl was made with 670 yards of worsted ...
Crochet: Scarf
Blown Away is a scarf or small shawl that is very fast-to-hook in a worsted weight yarn with a size H crochet hook. The rows are worked sideways, growing wider and deeper with each row. The neckline curves as new sections are added and the bottom has a stepped edge.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This easy to hook narrow shawl is worked from point-to-point sideways alternating solid and open rows. Then work a stunning flower border along the lower edge of the triangle. Blocked size 68” neckline x 19” deep at center back.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Wind Speed is a top down wedge shawl that is quick-to-hook in worsted weight yarn with a size H crochet hook. (Though it can be made with any weight of yarn by changing the hook size to suit the yarn.) The pattern features an easy two row repeat. Make it as long or short as desired or work until you run out of yarn. The pattern contains instruc...
Crochet: Washcloth / Dishcloth
Crochet a super fast dishcloth from the center out in only 7 rounds using worsted weight cotton and a size I (5.5 mm) crochet hook. Finished size is about 7.5” across. Easy to make larger or smaller for a coaster size. You should be able to get two dishcloths out of a 2 oz ball of Sugar ‘n Cream yarn. Great way to whip up some inexpensive gifts...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Spanish Moss is worked sideways with the edging added as you work each row and beads can be added at the tips. It grows deeper faster than it does wide. It works up best in a solid color or a yarn with long color runs. Work the increase section until you use up half of your yarn and then work the decrease section. Work the body in solid dcs or ...
Crochet: Cowl
This is a quick-to-hook cowl worked in an interesting wave stitch pattern in 2 or more colors of Aran or worsted weight yarn. The first round is worked carefully to establish the pattern. After that it’s a simple one round repeat for the remaining rounds. You’ll need 180 yards of a main color and 45 yards each of two colors or 90 yards of a con...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Vibrato is a quick-to-hook triangle shawl that is worked sideways in an easy stitch pattern. The block edging is created as you work the rows. Neckline shaping gives the top of the shawl a nice curve. The pattern is written for 575 yards of fingering/sock weight yarn with a size G crochet hook for a blocked shawl of 80” neckline x 26” deep at c...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Need a last minute gift? This is a quick and easy garter stitch shawl knit from the bottom up with 350 yards of bulky weight yarn and size 10 circular knitting needles. (Or you can substitute doubled worsted weight yarn.) The shawl begins with a few stitches and stair step increases widen the shawl until it is large enough to wrap around. Finis...
Knitting: Scarf
Up and Out is knit from the bottom up and is fast and super easy to knit. Cast on a few stitches and work in garter stitch, increasing every row to make the scarf grow longer and wider. It has a gently curved lower edge and a crescent shape. Wear it tied in the front or like a bandana with the ends wrapped around. You’ll need about 200-218 yard...
Knitting: Cowl
Chill Breaker is a bandana style cowl that is knit flat from the bottom up in garter stitch with stair step increases before being joined in the round and worked in a subtle rib for the cowl. It tucks nicely into a neckline of a coat to keep out those chilly drafts. The cowl is reversible with a ribbed look on one side of the cowl neck and a st...
Knitting: Scarf
Blast Off with a rocket ship shaped scarf with chevron detailing. The design begins with a few stitches to form a point and grows until it is as wide as you like. Work even until you run out of yarn or add a flare when your yarn ball is getting smaller. This design really shows off yarns with long color runs. It is knit in garter stitch and sha...
Knitting: Scarf
This chevron shaped scarf starts with a few stitches and uses a stitch pattern that creates textured lines across the face of the scarf. It’s easy to knit with only one purl row out of every 4 rows knitted. Carefully placed increases and decreases give the scarf its shape as it grows. Make it as small or large as you like and use any weight of ...
Knitting: Scarf
Here’s a cute, little crescent scarf that knits up fast on big needles with novelty yarn. Makes a nice little scarf to dress up a simple top, blouse, or dress. The pattern is super easy to knit and a great one to knit as gifts or for holiday bazaars. Dig out those single balls of bulky weight novelty yarn hiding in your stash and a pair or size...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Balancing Act is a crocheted shawl with a unique shape created with increases, decreases and the use of different height stitches. It has a simple two row repeat that can be worked until you run out of yarn. This is a one skein wonder project that can be made with a 400 yard skein of sock yarn. It’s easy to make larger if you have more yarn or ...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Rocking the Curve is an easy crocheted shawlette that is shaped with increases, decreases, and different height stitches. It features a simple two row repeat that you can work until you run out of yarn. The pattern is written for sport weight yarn with a size G crochet hook. Blocked size was 51” down the center x 28” along the last row worked. ...
Crochet: Scarf
Blast off with Skyrocket, a rocket shaped scarf that is quick-to-hook using fingering/sock weight yarn and a size G crochet hook. A simple two row repeat with increases and decreases form the shape of the scarf. The scarf washed and laid flat to dry measured 33” down the center x 16” along the last row. You can add a tassel to the starting tip ...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Going to Seed is a generous half circle shawl that fits well around the shoulders. Ten sections create the body shape that finishes with a diamond border. The body is a breeze to work with the border being a little more challenging. The pattern is written for 459 yards of fingering/sock weight yarn and a size G hook for a shawl that blocked to ...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This is a crocheted asymmetrical triangle shawl that is a country cousin to my Happy Trails to You Shawl. It features an easy 4 row repeats that finishes with a twisted fringe edging worked in another color of yarn. It is fast and easy to hook. The pattern is written for 500 yards of DK weight for the body and 99 yards for the fringe with an I ...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Happy Trails to You is a crocheted asymmetrical shawl that has a unique shape. It is worked sideways in an easy two row repeat that is finished with a twisted fringe edging. Pattern is written for 328 yards of sport weight for the body and 75 yards for the fringe in a different color with a size H crochet hook for a 40” neckline x 30” deep x 69...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Touch the Sky is a generous sized crescent shawl that has an easy to remember two row repeat. Make it in one color, choose a neutral and pair it with scraps in stripes, or use a yarn with a long color run. Add the edging in a contrasting color. The pattern is written for DK/sport weight yarn but can be made with any weight of yarn by changing t...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Whispering Falls is a big, slightly asymmetrical shaped shawl that is quick to crochet. Work it in one or more solid colors, a yarn with a long color run, or mini skeins, and finish by working the edging in a contrasting color. It can easily be made smaller or larger depending on how much yarn you have. It can be made in any weight of yarn by c...
Knitting: Cowl
Knit this fast-to-knit scarf in the round in an easy diagonal lace pattern that begins and ends with a few rounds of ribbing. You can make it as short or long or as narrow or wide as you like with however much yarn you have. I’ll show you how to use up all of your yarn. The short cowl was knit with 98 yards of Aran weight yarn (27” around x 5.5...
Knitting: Slippers
These slippers are knit from the cuff down, flat, on size 10 (6 mm) circular knitting needles in many adult men and ladies sizes using 120-160 yards of bulky weight yarn (or doubled worsted weight). They begin with ribbing for the cuff and change to garter stitch for the sides and bottom. A Russian garter stitch graft is used on the bottom to f...
Crochet: Scarf
Revolve is a scarf worked in spiral rounds in a simple diagonal lace pattern. It is very quick-to-hook with a skein of worsted/Aran weight yarn and a size I (5.5 mm) crochet hook. Stitches are worked in the BLO to give a different texture on both sides of the scarf. The pattern is written and charted for a long scarf that can be worn long, doub...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Flaming Feathers is a crescent shaped shawl that is quick-to-hook from a 400 yard skein of sock yarn and a size G crochet hook. The simple body pattern finishes with a stunning flame and feather border. Blocked measurements are 60” neckline x 18” deep at center back.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Pleasant Hill is a half circle or generous half circle shawl worked from the top down. The asymmetric design is fast-to-hook and a little more challenging. The half circle version (7 petals) uses 550 yards of fingering weight yarn with a size G crochet hook. Blocked it measured 58” neckline x 26 deep. The 9 petal size made with 650-700 yards of...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This big crescent shaped shawl is fast and easy to crochet. It looks stunning made up in mini skeins or a gradient yarn. The body is an easy mesh stitch that can be made as wide as you like before adding the wide leaf/feather border. The border is 6 rows but can be shortened to 4 rows or made as long as you like by adding more rows. I’d recomme...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This is a larger size of my On Top of the World shawl with so many changes from the original that I am offering it as a separate design. This version adds an additional row of diamonds, elongated leaf border with spacers between them for better blocking, and a modified edging. This design also adds five rows to the length. The pattern includes ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
I love this big, snuggly garter stitch shawl knit with 530 yards of Aran or worsted weight yarn and size 8 knitting needles. Start with a few stitches and increase as you knit the lacy points. It’s easy and fast to knit up. No pesky short rows! Make it as large or as small as you like. Looks great in solid colors, stripes, or yarns with long co...
Knitting: Scarf
This fun and fast-to-knit scarf works up well in a solid color or a yarn with a long color run. There are no pesky short rows! The curve is caused by carefully placed increases. You’ll need 100 or more yards of a worsted or heavy worsted weight yarn for this project with size 8 knitting needles. With 119 yards of yarn my scarf measured 28” alon...
Crochet: Shrug / Bolero
This crocheted filet shrug is worked from cuff-to-cuff in a floral lace pattern. It’s give a little extra warmth without being too much. Wear it over a top, short sleeves, or a strapless dress or wedding gown. It begins with a flat rectangle which is seamed and edging adding. You’ll need 580 yards of a DK/light worsted weight yarn and a size H ...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The shape of this hat was inspired by the Garrison caps worn in years past by the army. It is knit in the round from the bottom up without using any double point needles. When the hat is tall/long enough, the stitch count is reduced by half and is finished with a point edging (or substitute a three needle bind off). It is sized to fit an adult ...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This slightly asymmetrical triangle shawl is worked sideways in Tunisian crochet and finished with a beautiful filigree edging in a contrasting color. Yarnovers provide diagonal lines through the design similar to Autumn Filigree. This makes a warm and cozy shawl. The pattern assumes you have a basic knowledge of Tunisian simple stitch. You’ll ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
I love garter stitch! it’s so squishy, comfortable, and warm. Wrap and wear this asymmetrical triangle shawl any way you want to wear it. Knit with 460 yards of Aran/heavy worsted weight yarn and size 9 (5.5 mm) knitting needles, this one will fly off your needles. Finished size is 61” along neckline x 15” deep x 97” along the lower edge. Can b...
Crochet: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
A quick-to-hook triangle scarf/shawl worked sideways and finished with a beautiful filigree edging. You’ll need a size G crochet hook and fingering weight yarn. Scarf requires 250 yards for body and 30 yards of a contrasting color for the edging (46” x 23” x 42” blocked). Shawl uses 500 yards for body and 60 yards for edging (69” x 40” x 66” bl...
Crochet: Throw
You’ll need 2 or 3 colors of yarn to crochet this mile-a-minute style afghan. Mine was made with 8 strips joined and a border added around the edge. I used 3 colors of Aran weight yarn--2 colors I used 456 yards and the third color I used 608 yards for a total of 1,520 yards -- and a size I crochet hook. Finished measurement: 50” x 49”. The 5 p...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This asymmetrical triangle shawl is knit in two colors with a sampler of stitches interspersed between garter stitch sections. It’s a fun, not boring knit. You carry the unused color along the neckline and increase with a new technique. A zigzag border finishes the shawl along the live stitches or can be extended along the side. You’ll need two...
Crochet: Scarf
This scarf is a rounded end granny mile-a-minute pattern. Use two colors of yarn to alternate every row or use a yarn with a long color run. Only 5 rounds, it works up quickly and can be made larger or smaller if you like. I made my sample in sport weight with a size H (5 mm) crochet hook. Finished size was 51” long x 5” wide and after I washed...
Crochet: Scarf
This collar type scarf is easy and fun to make. Wrap it around your neck and button it to keep out the chills. It is worked sideways with every other row worked in the back loop for a little texture. Little loops are added along the bottom edge as you work. Finish it with buttonholes and buttons or sew the ends together for a cowl. You’ll need ...
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
An easy nine patch cloth to knit in simple knit and purl stitches. Pattern is reversible. Doesn’t take a lot of yarn or a lot of time to make. Use size 7 knitting needles with about 30 yards of worsted weight cotton yarn. My finished cloth measured 6” wide x 6.25” long.
Crochet: Scarf
This scarf works up fast in fingering weight yarn. The lace motif makes the scarf pretty open but when you wrap it twice around your neck it will keep the chill away. You can make it as long or short as you like or even turn it into a cowl. The loops along the edge provide a little extra interest as well as doing away with the normal turning ch...
Knitting: Electronics Cozy
Knit a cell phone case to hang from your belt or strap of your purse. The case is knit flat from the top down using a provisional cast on. When the strip is long enough to be folded in half to fit over a belt with a little to spare, it is joined into a belt loop. Then cast on stitches to work the pouch flat (or in the round), three needle bind ...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This easy-to-crochet triangle shawl is constructed sideways in two pieces from tip to center and seamed together using a zipper seam. It’s a speedy shawl to hook that zips along. You’ll need 430 yards of sport weight yarn and a size H crochet hook (or 370 yard for the body and 60 yards for the border). Finished size 62” wide x 19” long. After b...
Crochet: Baby Blanket
This blanket is so easy that you will make it again and again. Made in sport weight yarn with a size J (6 mm) crochet hook, the design is worked in the back loop in a continuous spiral with no joined rounds. Finished size about 33” across. This method creates a ridge that spirals like a snail shell around the blanket. Use one color, a yarn with...
Crochet: Poncho
Raindrop Falls is a gorgeous lace poncho that works up quickly in a DK or light worsted weight yarn (500 yards) with a J hook. Make it in cotton or summery yarn for warm weather or wool or warmer fiber for cooler weather. It is constructed from the neck down in the round. Psst…can be turned into a skirt too! Make it with any weight of yarn by c...
Crochet: Coaster, Washcloth / Dishcloth
This simple cloth is crocheted from the center out in continuous spiral rounds with stitches worked in loops on the wrong side of your work. Rounds are not joined. A picot border finishes the cloth for a steam punk, gear-type look. You’ll need 30 yards of worsted weight cotton and a size H (5 mm) crochet hook for the 6” cloth. Also included is ...
Crochet: Cowl
A fast-to-hook, mobius cowl worked in heart motifs. Pattern includes instructions for creating the mobius twist. Choose any worsted weight yarn with a size I (5.5 mm) crochet hook. Small size 28” around x 8” tall (165 yards) and Long size 54” around x 8” tall (280 yards). Can be made with any weight of yarn by changing the hook size to suit the...
Knitting: Balaclava, Hats - Other
A thick and cozy hood designed to keep you warm even on the coldest days. Knit flat in garter stitch on size 11 (8 mm) needles with bulky weight yarn (140 yards) or doubled worsted weight yarn, it knits up fast. There are no seams. Cast on and work the front first. Then work a few short rows and then begin to join the back to the front. Finish ...
Crochet: Cowl
Blue Daisies is a lace mobius cowl (or shoulder warmer) constructed in the round using a daisy filet crochet motif. A photo tutorial is included that shows how to create the mobius twist. This cowl may be worn around the neck, over the head, or around the shoulders. You’ll need 360 yards of worsted weight yarn and a size I (5.5 mm) crochet hook...
Crochet: Tote
This easy-to-crochet heart tote bag is worked in the round from the bottom to the top in one piece. The sides are worked in filet crochet and the shoulder strap in Tunisian that rolls to form a tube. The pattern is written for 300 yards of worsted weight yarn and a size H (5 mm) crochet hook. Finished size laid flat is 14” x 14”. The four page ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Heartsong is the shawl version of my Heartsong Scarf. Knit from the top down in garter stitch, this shawl knits up fast. The heart shaped triangle shaped gives you lots of length to wrap around. A simple lace border finishes off the shawl. Finished size 41” neckline x 13” deep. After blocking 59” x 18”. Easy to make larger if you want a larger ...
Knitting: Scarf
Heartsong is a fun and fast-to-knit heart shaped scarf. It is knit from the top down. You’ll need size 8 (5 mm) knitting needles and 147 yards of Aran or heavy worsted weight yarn for this project. It can be knit from a single skein of Lion Brand Amazing. A solid color, long color run, or variegated yarn will work. Finished size 26” neckline x ...
Knitting: Scarf
Bass is a make-it-quick project. This big cushy scarf knits up fast on size 13/9 mm needles with bulky or super bulky weight yarn (200 yards). Simple increases and decreases shape the scarf. Finished size 56” long x 7” wide. Can be knit with any weight of yarn by changing the needle size to suit the yarn and adjusting the number of stitches you...
Knitting: Scarf
Hypersonic is a fun scarf to knit with stair step edges. Increases and binding off stitches form the shape. You’ll need size 8 knitting needles and DK, worsted or Aran weight yarn (136-198 yards) for this project. Make it as long or short as you like and add a tassel to the end if you like. The Noro scarf measured 40” long x 6.5” wide and the C...
Knitting: Cowl
Mischief Managed is an easy-to-knit garter stitch cowl worked in two colors but with a bit of a twist. The second color is only used in the center of the scarf. You’ll need size 8 knitting needles and two colors of worsted or Aran weight yarn (about 131 yards of a main color and 40 yards of a contrast color). Knit and overlap to form a V and se...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This warm and snuggly garter stitch shawl is knit in 3 colors. It begins as a sideways knit scarf. Then stitches are picked up along the bottom edge and knit down in stripes. Finish with a ruffle and applied I-cord along the neckline edge. Finished size: 54” wide x 20” deep (unblocked) Blocking isn’t necessary. You’ll need 3 colors of yarn, pre...
Crochet: Eye mask
Here’s a simple mask you can hook up fast for dress up or Halloween. It is worked from the top down in only 3 rows! You’ll need about 25 yards of worsted weight yarn and a size H (5 mm) crochet hook for a mask that measures 24” long x 2” wide at widest point. Center mask over your face so that the eyeholes fit and tie ends behind head.
Knitting: Cape
Knit an easy cape to wear this fall to stay warm. It knits up fast on big needles. This cape is knit sideways in short row wedges with a little lace at the bottom edge. Add buttons or knit and wear as a shawl. You’ll need 380 yards of a bulky weight yarn and size 11 (8 mm) knitting needles, 3 stitch marker, and 4 buttons. The cape is about elbo...
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Love Catcher is a filet crochet heart blanket worked in one piece using DK or sport weight yarn with a size G crochet hook. (Though you can make it with any weight of yarn by changing the hook size to suit the yarn.) Edc (or dc) and chain stitches are the only stitches used in this pattern. The finished size in DK weight yarn was 35.5” wide x 3...
Knitting: Scarf
Aldo is a scarf pattern designed with a guy in mind. Worked in easy knit and purl stitches, the stitch pattern looks the same on both sides. The scarf is cast on and knit sideways in long rows. You’ll need a size 7 (4.5 mm) 29-36” circular knitting needle to handle all the stitches and 250 yards of worsted weight yarn. 50” x 5.5” (unblocked). S...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Here’s a fun, textured hat to knit for a guy. The hat is knit top down with a circular needle. No double points needed! Begin by knitting a square and pick up stitches around it and knit the sides in the round . Bind off with a twisty, stretchy bind off. You’ll need 120 yards of worsted weight yarn and size 7 (4.5 mm) 16” circular knitting need...
Knitting: Poncho
Knit a stashbuster poncho from the top down in the round creating your own bulky weight yarn from what you have on hand. Stash dive for colors that go together in yarn weights from sport to heavy worsted and double strand them. Choose different colors, shiny, sparkly, novelty and smooth textures. Knit the chevron front version or plain version....
Crochet: Scarf
Crochet a fun and easy heart scarf to wear this fall. This is filet crochet that uses only dc and chain stitches. I used one 327 yard skein of Noro Silk Garden sock yarn and a size G hook to make a scarf of 20 heart blocks. 5” wide x 80”. Make your scarf as long or short as you like and with any smooth textured yarn using a hook size that works...
Knitting: Scarf
High Hopes is a easy curved scarf knit from the bottom up. Cast on and knit the border to the neckline decreasing stitches out as you go. You’ll need 200 yards of one color or 100 yards of two colors and size 8 circular knitting needles. There are very few purl rows in this scarf. Finished blocked size is 42” neckline x 7” deep. There are two d...
Knitting: Cardigan
Baboodie is baby hoodie knit from the top down in one piece. It is a fast knit with 200 yards of Aran or heavy worsted weight yarn and size 9 (5.5 mm) circular knitting needles. (Use a size 8 needle with worsted weight yarn for a slightly smaller sweater.) The hood is knit in garter stitch and the body in stockinette. Should fit 6-14 months siz...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This quick-to-knit garter stitch shawl is knit from the bottom up. It has rows of yarnover holes sprinkled through it. The pattern has 2 pages of written instructions. Finished size 69” neckline x 14.5” deep (unblocked). Knit in cotton, linen, rayon, or silk blend for summer and wools for cooler weather. I used 3 skeins of Berroco Linsey. Thoug...
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
This pattern contains not only a fish shaped dishcloth but also a baby fishy washcloth, big fishy hot pad/cat feeding mat, and a fish oven mitt.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Sunrise is a crescent shaped shawl crocheted from the top down. It finishes with a 2 row border. The stitch pattern is simple but stunning when made with a yarn with a long color run. Made with fingering/sock weight yarn and a size G crochet hook the blocked size was 68” neckline x 21.5” deep. Pattern has both written instructions and crochet c...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
What goes down as quick and easy as a cold glass of sweet tea on a hot summer day? Yes, this shawl is that refreshing and easy to make. Crocheted from the neck down, it whips up in a flash with simple dc, ch, sc, and a few tr stitches that finishes with an easy 2 row border. You’ll need 487 yards of fingering or lace weight yarn and a size G (4...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Leafing Out is a stunning top-down shawl featuring a leaf motif. It finishes with a flowering border. This more than a half circle shawl offers more coverage than a triangle shawl. You’ll need 700-750 yards of fingering/sock yarn and a size G hook. Blocked size: 56” neckline x 22” deep. Easy to make larger or smaller. Can be worked in any weigh...
Knitting: Cowl, Beanie, Toque
This hat and cowl set are very easy to knit in the round. The hat is a little slouchy. It is knit from the bottom up, decreasing in pattern over the top and ending with an I-cord top knot. Use a smaller needle for a smaller hat. The swirling stitch pattern is very easy to knit. The hat used 125 yards of Aran weight on size 8-16” circular. Finis...
Crochet: Baby Blanket
This design is good for a boy or a girl depending on what solid color you use to make it. The floral block pattern is easy to crochet in sc, dc, and ch. A easy border in a contrast color is added after finishing the blanket. Use 1100 yards of DK/sport weight with a size H crochet hook for a 37.5” x 37.5” (9x9) blanket. Use 950 yards of worsted ...
Knitting: Scarf, Beanie, Toque
Jet Stream is a hat and scarf set designed for a guy in Aran or heavy worsted weight yarn. The hat is knit from the bottom up in the round and the top finishes with a garter stitch rectangle that finishes with a Russian garter stitch graft joining the seam. (It’s easy! Directions are provided.) No double points needed! The scarf is knit in the ...
Crochet: Scarf
Fun and easy, this one piece rectangular scarf uses spiral construction using granny stitch. No joins after the first two rounds. Don’t buy yarn. Gather up your scraps and partials and tie them together using magic knot into a magic ball. Finished size: 56” x7.5”. Add fringe if desired. Or make a bunch of scarves and join them to form a blanket...
Crochet: Scarf
This fun and easy scarf is based on the granny stitch but worked as a one piece rectangle using spiral construction. Wave border is worked after scarf is finished without cutting yarn. Only 2 ends to weave in! Can use scraps tied together using magic knot or yarn with long color runs. The 4 page pattern has written instructions and 2 crochet ch...
Crochet: Scarf
Very easy to make! A one row crocheted scarf pattern with only two ends to weave in. It features a ribbed look, tapered ends, and a beaded fringe. You’ll need 300 yards of light worsted or DK weight yarn, a size H (5 mm) crochet hook and 28 large eye wooden craft beads for the fringe. Make it as wide or narrow as you like with whatever weight o...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Shaped like a comet’s tail, this easy shawl works up fast! This asymmetric triangle shawl begins with a few stitches and grows on every row along the neckline of the shawl. There is an optional border or just keep working until you run out of yarn. Blocked size: 58.5” top x 63” bottom x 38” side. The four page pattern features written instructi...
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
In 2013, I knitted a square for a blanket project that turned out the wrong size. It happens. I liked the stitch pattern so much that I downsized it as a wash/dish cloth. It’s totally reversible--looks the same on both sides. It knits up fast on size 8 (5 mm) knitting needles with about 50 yards of worsted weight dishcloth cotton. Finished size...
Knitting: Scarf
Here’s a fun scarf to knit to chase away the winter blues. Use up your scraps and knit each one in a different color. Each 5” across snowflower is knit flat with worsted weight yarn on a size 7 (4.5 mm) 16” circular from the outside in. Short rows (no wraps!) shape each point. A short seam closes the each snowflower. Knit as many as you like an...
Crochet: Scarf
This scarf crochets up fast and easy with two warped corners and a beaded fringe to give it a little special something. Worked in spiral construction with no joins, it is made in one piece with only the beginning and end yarn tail to weave in. The beaded fringe is worked as you go. A yarn with a long color run is recommended. Or use magic knot ...
Knitting: Cowl
My Sick of Snow Scarf is a split turtleneck scarf that lightly hugs the necks and shoulders. Fast, fun and easy! Knit from the bottom up in the round with 145 yards of worsted weight yarn on a size 9 - 16” circular knitting needle. Then split and worked flat to form a collar that ends with an applied I-cord edge. It is totally reversible with a...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
My safe haven from this cold winter, this generous almost-a-circle shawl gives good coverage to the upper body. Knit in easy garter stitch using 560 yards of yarn (450 for body, 110 in a contrasting color for border) on size 8 needles, the blocked shawl measured 49” at neckline x 21” deep x 113” bottom edge. It can be knit with any weight of ya...
Crochet: Throw
A twist on the traditional granny square, this afghan starts in the center with a strip and is worked around and around in a continuous spiral. Great for using up leftover and scrap yarn. Tie pieces together into a magic ball with the magic knot so there are no ends to weave in except the beginning and ending tails. Make it any size you want by...
Knitting: Cowl
This cowl that converts into a hat features a beautiful ceramic look textured stitch pattern. Knit in the round from the bottom up with a button tab at the top that will let you create different looks as a hat or cowl. Have fun wearing if different ways! Information is included to make a longer cowl or to have a closed top for the hat. This thr...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Knit sideways this asymmetrical scarf or shallow shawlette is a fun and easy knit. The top edge has a gentle curve and the bottom edge features a simple to knit point border that can be carried up the side. It is shaped with increases and decreases. No short rows! The pattern is written for worsted weight with size 8 needles. Change it up by su...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This aysmmetrical shawl is knit sideways in garter stitch with a simple lace edging. Laid flat it is shaped like the wing of an angel. The edging is knit on as you go. Short rows create the curves. I’ve included a tutorial for no-wrap short rows. Block or don’t block, it is up to you. Can be knit with any weight of yarn by adjusting the needle ...
Crochet: Scarf
Flirt is a fun little scarf to crochet from the bottom up with a little ruffle at the edge. Uses 280 yards of worsted weight yarn and size I crochet hook. Very easy to make with sc, hdc, and dc. Easy to make larger or into a shawl by working more repeats if you have extra yarn. You could make this with any weight of yarn but change the hook siz...
Knitting: Bib
Dribbles is knit from the outside edge to the center. Fast, easy, and very inexpensive to make. You’ll need a ball of dishcloth cotton and a size 7 (4.5 mm) 16-24” circular to handle all of the stitches at the start. Each row gets shorter as you knit. The design features neckline shaping to fit around baby’s neck to catch any dribbles. At the e...
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Hot Mama is a bottom up, knit in the round from the bottom up, slouchy beret. Fast and easy to knit! Vertical lines go from the ribbing to the top of the hat. Use size 10 needles and 140 yards of bulky weight yarn (or doubled worsted). Use a 16” circular and dpns or the circular method of your choice.
Knitting: Food Cozy
Do you freeze your hand when you get your Ben & Jerry’s fix? (Or brand of your choice.) I do! That’s why I designed this fast little cozy that fits a pint size ice cream container with only 40 yards of dishcloth cotton and size 7 needles. Your hand goes through the loop on the side to hold the container securely and keep your hand from free...
Crochet: Brooch
Hedleys are three cute little animal head pins that are embarrassingly cute! They are Woof, Sheepish, and Rabbity, These 3” high pins are fast and easy to crochet with scraps of dishcloth cotton and a size G crochet hook. Use embroidery floss or yarn to stitch on eyes and muzzles. Trim with tiny buttons, bows, sequins, or beads. Add a pin back ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This one will suck you in fast! LOL! Knit from the top down, the increases form a graceful, swirly, almost a circle shawl. The shawl ends with a knit on edging that is bound off as you go. Three options are offered in the pattern. A single color or long color run in shadow stitch (36” neckline x 14” deep), a striped version in shadow stitch, an...
Knitting: Throw
45 degrees is a chilly temperature and is also half of a right angle. This easy blanket is knit as a reverse mitered square starting from a tiny square and growing 2 stitches every right side row. It is knit in shadow stitch where you knit 3 rows and purl only one to make ridges along the front of the blanket. (Yes, you could knit it all in gar...
Crochet: Tote
Fast and easy to crochet from the bottom up in one piece. Bottom is worked in rounds and sides in a continuous spiral. 400 yards of dishcloth cotton and a size H hook are required. Finished bag measured 29” around, 11” high, 12” across bottom and handles 8” long. Mine held 18 skeins of yarn and was not totally stuffed. Great project or beach bag!
Crochet: Scarf
A simple two row repeat that makes an airy scarf. Finished scarf is 56” x 6” using 200 yards of worsted weight yarn with a size I crochet hook. The pattern has written instructions and a crochet chart. Can be made longer or wider.
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Worked in a continuous spiral from the center out. Add the Tunisian point border for a nice finishing touch. No special crochet hook needed! Finished size is 37” across. Very easy to change the size. The blanket can be made with any weight of yarn by using a hook size compatible with the yarn you have chosen. The pattern has written instruction...
Knitting: Scarf
A quick and easy knit with a little pizzazz. Elongated stitches provide a lacy border. Make a short scarf or longer for a shawl with the border carried up the side. Block or don’t block, it is up to you. Can be made with almost any weight of yarn by changing the needle size to suit the yarn. Smaller scarf can be made with a single 100 yard skei...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
I named this shawl Cyclone for 2 reasons: the design looks like a cyclone swirl, and it perfectly describes how fast and easy it is to make. It is constructed from the top down in an easy 2 row repeat and finishes with a one row sawtooth border. You’ll need 600 yards of Aran or worsted weight yarn and a size I crochet hook. Unblocked size is 47...
Knitting: Cowl, Hats - Other
A pillbox style hat with a flat top. The set works up fast with 220 yards of Aran/worsted weight yarn and size 8 and 10 needles. Hat worked from the bottom up in the round. The sides of the hat and the cowl have a decorative diagonal stitch pattern. The top of the hat continues these as decorative decreases. Hat is 22” around x 4.5” deep x 6” a...
Crochet: Cowl, Hats - Other
Fun, fast, and easy to crochet. This pillbox style hat is worked in the round from the top down. The cowl is worked in the round. Stitch pattern is great for breaking up bright colored variegated yarns. Both patterns are included.
Crochet: Cowl
Whoody is a seamless hood that pulls over your head like a cowl. It is worked in the round using different height stitches to form the shape. The shortest part goes under your chin. The face and shoulder edges have a shell border worked around them. It is flattering and warm to wear in cold winter weather. When you go inside simply pull the top...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This intermediate shawl is a generous half circle. You’ll need 500 yards and a size G (4 mm) crochet hook. My blocked shawl measured 46” wide along the neckline x 23” long. Instructions on how to modify the pattern to make a smaller version with 400 yards of yarn is also included. The 5 page pattern includes written instructions and 2 symbol cr...
Crochet: Scarf
A quick and easy scarf to crochet with DK or worsted weight yarn. You’ll need about 100 yards and a size H crochet hook. After blocking, my scarf measured 56” x 5”. This would be a good project for using up odd skeins of smooth textured yarn. Change the hook size to suit the yarn weight.
Knitting: Cloche Hat
This hat is knit sideways from a provisional cast on and ends with an easy on-the-needles grafting method (tutorial included). No-wrap short rows are used to shape the crown and a lace edging is added as you knit. The hat is very easy to resize by changing the number of stitches you cast on or how may repeats you knit. It matches my Coboda Scar...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
These fingerless mitts are knit sideways with a pointed edging added as you knit them. No-wrap short rows form the thumb gusset. The project begins with a provisional cast on and ends with an easy on-the-needles grafting method. No kitchnering needed! The 4 page pattern also includes a matching hat pattern.
Crochet: Cowl
A quick and easy lace cowl to crochet with a single 200 yard skein of sock yarn and a G hook. It is worked in the round in a continuous spiral. The 3 page pattern includes written instructions and a chart. Instructions are included for making it larger. It can be made with any smooth textured yarn using a hook larger than the label recommends.
Knitting: Cowl
Coboda stands for Cast On, Bind Off, and Do Again! It’s the kind of scarf that makes you want to start another as soon as you finish the one you are making. I love the graceful pointed edging that curves around your shoulders! Begin with a provisional cast on and knit sideways in easy garter stitch knitting the pointed edge as you go. I’ll show...
Knitting: Scarf, Cowl
Coboda stands for Cast On, Bind Off, and Do Again! It’s the kind of scarf that makes you want to start another as soon as you finish the one you are making. Constructed sideways in easy garter stitch, the pointed edge is knit in as you go. The pattern contains instructions for a long scarf, a short wrap scarf, and a cowl. The cowl begins with a...
Knitting: Baby Blanket
A garter stitch bordered baby blanket featuring a wing shaped motif. You’ll need about 700 yards of worsted weight yarn and a size 8 (5 mm) 29” circular knitting needle. The pattern contains written instructions and a chart. My blanket measured 30” x 30” (unblocked).
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Dream Catcher is constructed from side-to-side beginning with a single motif. The 10 row repeat is easy but does require some attention to stay on track. The result is well worth the effort. Blocking is truly magic for this shawl! Finished size: 83” neckline x 24” long at center back. You’ll need 600-650 yards of fingering/sock weight yarn and ...
Crochet: Applique / Embellishment
A cute bear head to crochet. Make as a fridgie, applique, coaster, package tie-ons, tree ornaments, or crochet two together for a cute coin purse. Finished size is about 3” across. Glue on google eyes, sew on nose and mouth, and add a magnet as a fridgie.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
An easy side-to-side, asymmetrical shawl that will show off yarn with long color runs. Great for handspun too! The pictured shawl was made with just one skein of Kureyon sock yarn and a size G crochet hook. The repeat is easy to remember and the lace points are added as you go. Keep going until you are almost out of yarn before adding the borde...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Rainbow Bend is a quick and easy shawl to make. It is constructed from side-to-side in an easy two row pattern. The lace points are added as you work each row. It’s easy to make this shawl as big (or small) as you like. Two different versions are given in the pattern. The pattern is 5 pages long with both written instructions and 2 charts.
Knitting: Scarf
An easy lace scarf to knit with 220 yards of fingering/sock weight yarn on size 6 needles. The 3 page pattern includes both written instructions and a lace chart. Knit the design as one continuous lightning bolt (as pictured), as smaller lightning bolts, or even add beads to give it some sparkle. It can be knit with any weight yarn you like and...
Crochet: Scrubber
Crochet some cheery flower dish scrubbers or coasters. Work 3 rounds on the center and add a row of petals. Make a bunch to give as gifts or use in your own home. Use up your scraps of worsted weight cotton for these beauties. You only need 20-30 yards and a size H hook.
Crochet: Duffle Bag
I had a wild idea to crochet a bag out of Noro Kureyon sock yarn to make the most of the long color run. The colorway I used reminds me of a Mexican serape. I constructed it from the bottom up in a seamless spiral and felted it afterwards. The top has eyelets to thread a drawstring to carry it by or attach a swivel clasp to carry it as a should...
Crochet: Scarf, Fingerless Gloves
A fun ascot type scarf to crochet that ends in a frill. The scarf is worked lengthwise in the BLO. The easy stitch pattern is fun and fast to do! Make it any length you want. My scarf is 34” long x 4” wide x 18” wide at ruffle end using 230 yards of sport weight yarn.
Crochet: Headband
A stretchy cord with a flower with a button at the center. Make this as a baby headband, a package tie on, or a choker for a little girl. The pattern uses scraps of sport weight yarn with a size G crochet hook. You could use most any weight of yarn by changing the hook size. Would be fun made up in a sparkly yarn.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This crescent shaped shawl is knit sideways in garter stitch with an easy lace edging knit as you go. Short rows create the curve in the back. Using worsted weight yarn, choose a size 8, 9, or 10 to knit your shawl. The bigger the needle the more drape your shawl will have and the longer it will be at the back. Block or unblocked, as you desire...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This enchanting wing shaped shawl features and easy cascading lace repeat that evolves into a beautiful lace border. It is made from the top down and the border is worked around 2 sides of the shawl. Blocked size of the pictured shawl is 52” along the neckline edge x 35” long at the deepest point. Make it in laceweight or fingering weight using...
Knitting: Laptop
A felted shoulder bag to hold a netbook computer or can be used as a purse. The bag is knit flat in one piece and seamed along the sides. Strap is knit and sewn on after the bag has been felted. It’s very easy to adjust the size of the bag by changing the number of stitches cast on or the number of rows you knit.
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
Knit some fun conversation hearts for your friends. Knit in easy garter stitch from the top down. A few short rows add shaping to the top of the heart but no wraps are needed. Knit the dishcloth size in cotton. Or use doubled wool with size 11 needles to make a felted hotpad (pink bottom heart). Also included are a coaster and heart swag. Have ...
Knitting: Coaster, Wall Hanging
Knit some fun conversation hearts for your friends, felt them, and add some fun sayings! Knit in easy garter stitch from the top down using worsted weight cotton yarn and size 8 (5 mm) knitting needles. A few short rows add shaping to the top of the heart but no wraps are needed. Only 2 ends to weave in!
Knitting: Throw
This sampler afghan is composed of 54 mystery blocks with each block having a different stitch pattern. No sewing required! Blocks are knit in strips and strips are joined-as-you-go. The pattern is 30 pages long. This was a monthly project for the Holiday Mystery Group in 2012.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A graceful crescent shaped shawl knit sideways in garter stitch with a simple lace edging. Short rows give it the gentle curve. No wrapping needed! This is a quick knit with 450 yards of worsted weight yarn and a pair of size 9 knitting needles. This shawl does not need to be blocked. Finished size was 48” along the neckline and 18” deep at the...
Knitting: Animal Toy
Knit these cute little owl toys with scraps from your yarn basket. They measure 2.5” wide x 3” tall. You’ll need just small amounts of three colors of worsted weight yarn. Stuff or fill to create beanbags/juggling toys for kids or as toys for your favorite feline. Remember to sew the trims on securely so that kids or cats can’t pull them off.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
An asymmetrical triangle shawl that is knit sideways with a simple four row lace repeat. The shawl grows along one edge only. The 3 page pattern includes written instructions and a lace chart. You’ll need 100 grams of light fingering weight yarn (or heavier lace weight) and a size 5 circular knitting needle. Blocked size: 64” top x 40” side x 5...
Crochet: Scarf
This is a super easy scarf to crochet. It’s a one row pattern! The soft ruffles drape and twirl yet will still lay flat around your neck. Make it long (7” x 35”) or a shorter buttoned version (7” x 17”). Pattern includes written instructions and crochet charts. Have fun!
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
Collect up your scrap worsted weight cotton yarn and go miter crazy knitting dishcloths. The pattern includes instructions for making a 6”-10” square dishcloth or hot pad. You cast on a lot of stitches and decrease 2 stitches every other row. The 6” cloth takes about 30 yards of worsted weight cotton yarn on size 8 (5 mm) knitting needles. The ...
Knitting: Earflap Hat
Hubby named this hat Dark Vapors (after Darth Vader in Star Wars). It’s a bulky weight hat that knits up quickly from the top down and finishes with an earflap. No double points needed, only one size 10.5 circular needle. This is a fun and quick gift to knit for kids. Make it smaller or larger by varying the needle size.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This quick knit hat is knit from the top down in only 59 rows! No double points needed--only one circular needle! You’ll need about 76 yards of bulky weight yarn to make a thick and cozy hat for a man. The hat fits fairly close to the head and covers the ears.
Crochet: Scarf
Seashells is a very easy curvy scarf to crochet. No short rows needed! No blocking needed! The pattern contains written instructions and a crochet symbol chart. The pictured scarf measured 5” wide x 63” long. It was made with about 300 yards of yarn with a size H (5 mm) crochet hook. Options are given in the pattern for making the scarf longer,...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Smile Shawlette is so easy it will make you smile. It’s a top down, garter stitch (no purl!), half circle shawl.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Galaxy is a triangle shawl knit from the bottom tip to the top. Increases are worked on both right and wrong side rows. It’s knit in an easy 4 stitch star pattern that I found in a vintage knitting from the 1800s. Finished size: 62” wide x 26” long (unblocked) This lacy design can be blocked or left unblocked. You may knit it with whatever yarn...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
An easy-to-crochet, top-down shawl constructed in rays/wedges that create a generous half circle shawl. The body of the shawl features a simple repeat that ends in a beautiful lotus bud lace motif at the points. Blocked size of the shawl is 54” along the neckline x 26” long x 115” along the bottom edge. It’s easy to make is smaller or larger. T...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This 3 triangle shawl is knit from the neck down. It features a simple horizontal lace repeat inset between textured ridges and it is repeated in the border. The design shows off solid color yarn or those with long color runs. The pictured shawl finished at 40” along the neckline x 15” deep x 80” along the bottom edge. Knit it in any weight of ...
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth, Scrubber, Towel
Loopy is an easy-to-knit textured dish towel with a corner loop (or tie) to hang it up with. It only takes one 2 oz ball of dishcloth cotton. Work a few less rows to create a dishcloth. Yo Yos are circular scrubbies that are simple and fast to knit. Using only about 20-25 yards of yarn, they are a good use of scrap yarn. A photo tutorial on how...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Three of Hearts is a quick to knit, top down shawl. It is more than a half circle in shape. The body of the shawl is shaped and grows at 6 increase points. The design features hearts down the center back panel, a ripple lace border, and ends in a lace ruffle. (A four heart, no-ruffle variation is included in the pattern.) Knit it in a worsted w...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This gorgeous, yet simple, Pi inspired shawlette is a fast and easy knit with a bit of a lace at the border. Great for tucking in your bag for chilly air conditioned restaurants or theaters. The fingering/sock weight version measures 37” along the neckline x 12.5” deep. Make it in DK (with size 8 needles) or worsted weight (with size 9 needles)...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Cat Walk is a three triangle shawl to crochet in an easy three row lace pattern. The lace pattern emulates a knitted cats paw lace. Two increase points shape the shawl with almost invisible increases. It’s a fun and fast shawl to crochet. Sock yarn, a size G crochet hook, and 2 locking stitch markers are all you need to get started. Have fun!
Crochet: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
A graceful leaf patterned stole to crochet that is named after a Japananese tea leaf. You’ll need 200 gms (about 900 yards) of fingering weight yarn and a size G hook. Only two stitches -- dc and ch -- are used in this pattern though some stitch placement is unusual. Once the stole is finished a two row border is applied around the edge. The pa...
Crochet: Containers
Tiny baskets to crochet and filll with goodies. Make them with scrap worsted weight yarn. The green basket has a picot edging. Both have flower trims. Flower size can be changed by using different weights of yarn. Instructions for both baskets and flower trim are included in the pattern. Have fun!
Crochet: Duffle Bag
This is a fast and easy project to crochet. Felt the finished bag for a durable and roomy duffle bag. It’s made from the bottom up in one piece. The shoulder strap is crocheted and attached to the bag at the same time. No seams! A crocheted drawstring is made and threaded through a row of eyelets at the top to close the bag. The finished felted...
Crochet: Scarf, Cowl
There’s nothing cozier than a tube or cowl scarf when it’s really cold and windy. Here are three styles to crochet in an easy lacy stitch pattern--a short turtleneck cowl, a tall cowl that covers the head and neck, and a long (or with a twist) scarf that can be draped to cover both head and neck. Choose a solid color yarn or one with long color...
Knitting: Throw
In the spirit of stone soup--to create something from nothing--gather up yarn from your scrap basket, donations from your friends, or swap scraps to knit this throw (about 40 ounces). The easy-to-memorize, simple textured pattern has very few purl stitches. Knit each strip in a different color, use scraps, or do a planned block layout. Join the...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Cedar Lake is a top down triangle shawl to crochet. The design features two sizes of trees in the body of the shawl and ends with a row of large cedars along the bottom edge. A picot border adds the finishing touch to the shawl. The pattern contains written instructions and crochet charts. This shawl must be blocked to open up the lace pattern....
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A cozy little wrap that hugs your shoulders to keep them warm. Cast on and knit sideways in garter stitch increasing on one edge as you go. Then work a series of short rows (no wraps!) to give a curved shape to the wrap. Decrease down on the other end to match the beginning. Garter stitch gives a nice dense fabric to this shawl. 36” along top e...
Crochet: Coaster
Keep your mugs snug and cozy with these two quick and easy crochet projects--a mug rug to catch spills and a wrap to keep your mug and beverage hot. Work in Tunisian (afghan stitch) crochet, this project is small enough to use a regular crochet hook. The pattern contains written instructions and does require a basic knowledge of Tunisian crochet.
Crochet: Drawstring Bag
Crochet this drawstring bag to hold a small project or tote a wet bathing suit home from the beach. It’s made in one piece with an easy swirl pattern that ends in a shell stitch border. Crochet a drawstring and thread it through the top edge. The drawstring closes the bag and forms the handle. It’s easy to make the bag larger if you like.
Knitting: Coaster
These star coasters are a take on the vintage circle dishcloths. They’re fast to knit on two needles in short row wedges. It’s easy, I promise! Knit 7 points, cast off, and sew the edges together to form a star. A picture tutorial is given for sewing the seam. Twinkle measures 4.5” across from point to point. Knit them from leftovers from other...
Knitting: Scarf
Rambling Rows is a narrow scarf that hugs the neck. The scarf is worked in garter stitch and shaped using short rows (no wraps!). This shows off the long color runs in some yarns. Wrap the scarf around your neck and secure it with a pin.
Crochet: Coaster, Washcloth / Dishcloth
Have fun crocheting Nerdle (cloth) and baby (coaster) using two colors of cotton dishcloth cotton and a little black yarn for the eyes. These are quick and easy to make with leftovers yarn or planned colors. The pattern is written and the head, tail, and feet are charted. My good friend, Jamie Roe, originally came up with the cloth but never wr...
Knitting: Baby Blanket
A reversible baby blanket knit in a woven ribbon pattern with a garter stitch border. The pattern repeat is easy to knit and easy to remember. The pattern includes written instructions and a stitch chart.
Knitting: Bedding
A quick-to-knit pet bed for a cat or small dog. Using 3 strands of worsted weight yarn (or 1 strand of bulky weight) and size 11 needles, knit a square. Pick up around it and knit in the round. The top edge can be finished with ribbing or knit (or crocheted) I-cord. This bed is easy to enlarge by making the bottom larger before you start the si...
Crochet: Bedding
A simple to crochet pet bed for cats. Made from the bottom up in one piece. The sides are worked in an interlocking stitch and are folded down so they stand up (you can add padding to them). Easy to enlarge by making the bottom larger before you begin the sides. Pattern revised and updated March 12, 2013.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
A slouchy bag knit in one piece using short rows for shaping. A tutorial for preventing holes in short rows is included. The bag is knit sideways in one piece starting with the strap. An optional tab and button closure and lining instructions are included. The sample wasn’t felted but if you knit it in wool you can felt it for a smaller bag.
Knitting: Headband
A trio of three simple headbands (ear warmers) to knit. A bulky weight garter stitch ski band that is seamed and a ribbed ear warmer knit in the round on size 10 needles. A tie on style headband in worsted weight on size 9 needles. Use up odd skeins and scrap yarn. Add texture by combining 2-3 strands of different weights to create your own bul...
Crochet: Tote
Green Grocer is an eco-friendly market bag to crochet in an easy lace mesh pattern using worsted weight yarn and a size H crochet hook.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A quick-to-knit beret featuring 5 leaf lace motifs at the crown. Cast on with dpns for an I-cord stem and knit down, changing to a circular needle as the stitch count increases. You may block it on a dinner plate to open up the lace and create a sharp edge or leave it unblocked. Pattern was revised and reformatted April 26, 2013.
Knitting: Scarf
This garter stitch diamond lace scarf is a quick knit. It’s a great way to try out lace knitting. One skein of Silky Merino makes a scarf that blocks to 7” x 51”. The pattern includes written instructions and a lace chart.
Knitting: Scarf
A simple lace scarf in garter stitch that is suitable for a girl but subtle enough for a guy. There are no right or wrong sides. Use 109 yards for a scarf 6” x 46” long or more yardage for a longer scarf. This pattern shows off yarn with long color runs but would also look good in a solid color.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
An easy to crochet, top down triangle shawl made in lace or sock/fingering weight yarn. The stitch pattern looks like branching coral in the ocean. Blocked size: 58” x 28”. It’s easy to upsize for a larger shawl.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Three variations on a simple theme---a shawlette/scarf and two shawls (one very full and the other a half circle)---constructed with pi shaping that ends in a lace border. Easy to knit and addictive! Knit one in every color. Easy to adapt for different weights of yarn. Written instructions for all 3 included in the pattern including a lace char...
Knitting: Tote
A little tote bag knit with scraps of feltable wool. Knit bottom up starting with a garter stitch rectangle at the bottom. Sides are picked up and knit in the round. Handles are formed by binding off and casting on stitches. The stockinette handles roll to form tubular handles when felted. No seams to sew! Simple to upsize.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This vintage circular shawl pattern has been updated for modern knitters. The shawl titled “A Handsome Round Shawl Knitted in Star Pattern and Leaves” is in Weldon’s Practical Knitter (1895) and had no picture. The 6 page pattern contains updated instructions. Errors have been corrected, vague instructions clarified, missing instructions added,...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Soar is an asymmetrical wing shaped shawl that is fabulous to wear and easy to crochet with 100 grams of sock yarn. Blocked size in Zauberball sock yarn was 43” along the top curve x 66” along bottom x 35” deep at the long side edge. This design showcases yarns with long color runs. The lace design is an easily memorized 2 row repeat of ch, sc,...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
A top down triangle shawl to crochet. The simple two row repeat is easy to remember and fast as lightning to make. Finish the shawl with a beautiful border to give it an extra zing. Pattern includes written instructions and a crochet chart.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
A filet crochet stole featuring dancing stars with a ribbon border. (Or it can be made with thread as a table runner.) Worked only in double crochet and chain stitches, this 115 row stole works up quickly. Blocked size is 25” x 63”. An intermediate pattern that requires a basic knowledge of filet crochet and charts. The pattern is charted and h...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
A top down crocheted triangle shawl pattern. The lace design changes from seed to sprout to a Morning Glory floral border. Crochet it with a fingering/sock weight yarn and a size G crochet hook. Enjoy!
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Painted Mountain is a half circle shawl formed by 4 rays or wedges that radiate from the neck edge. A pointy one row lace border is added at the end. This is a small shoulder shawl (51” x 22”) but is easy to enlarge by working more repeats or adding an extra wedge. This design works well with yarns that have long color runs. It’s easy and works...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This is a snug fitting beanie style hat. A 16” circular and a ball of yarn are all you need to get started. No double points needed! Start with a square, pick up stitches around the edge, and knit in the round. Easy, peasy! It may become your favorite “go-to” hat pattern. The sides are a blank canvas to add your favorite stitches, color designs...
Knitting: Pet Toys
An easy-to-knit little bunny toy knit on straight needles and invisibly seamed using garter stitch grafting. (Don’t be afraid, there’s a tutorial.) Stuff and sew it closed as a cat toy or leave it open and stuff with a candy egg or wrapped candies for an Easter basket treat. Bun Bun is 4” high.
Crochet: Pet Toys
Cute little birdies to crochet up fast for your kitties to play with! With a size H hook and about 12 yards of worsted weight yarn, you can whip one up in a hurry. The finished toy is about 4” wide x 2” high. A great project for scrap yarn. Stuff these with polyfill and a little catnip.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A leaf bordered shoulder shawl that begins with a plain stockinette section and changes to a lace pattern. Increases worked on both right and wrong side rows cause the top of the shawl to grow quickly. Knit in sport weight yarn, this shawl blocks to 62” wide along the neckline and 20” long at the center back. This pattern has both written and c...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
An easy but striking lace design to knit in garter stitch. (Psst…you can knit it in stockinette too!) The 8-page pattern includes both a lace chart and complete line-by-line written instructions. The blocked size of this stole is 23” x 85”. Knit it with 3 balls of Knit Picks Palette on size 7 needles.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
A beautiful diamond lace patterned triangle shawl to crochet. Use about 650 yards of sock or fingering weight yarn for a shawl that is 62” wide x 31” long (blocked). It’s fast to crochet using double crochet and chain stitches. The border contains a few treble and half double crochet stitches.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A graceful leaf bordered shawl knit in a half circle shape. The pattern is written for a dk weight yarn but has options for a worsted weight (320 yds) or fingering weight version (550 yds). The 6 page pattern includes full written instructions and a lace chart.
Knitting: Scarf
A graceful lace scarf that is a fast knit in garter stitch. The pattern includes complete written instructions, a lace chart, and a stockinette stitch option. Blocked size: 6” x 61” You may also knit it in fingering weight yarn on size 6 needles or any smooth textured weight of yarn by using needles a size or two larger than normally recommende...
Knitting: Scarf
A fun to knit scarf with no seams. Finished scarf measured 3.75” wide x 63” long. Cast on and knit the fish in a line from nose to tail. Use worsted weight or any weight or yarn with the appropriate needle size. Have fun!
Crochet: Scarf
An easy filet lace crochet project. Learn how to increase on both ends of the same row. Use lace weight or sock/fingering weight for this scarf or enlarge it for a stole.
Crochet: Baby Blanket
A circular design formed by 6 rays or wedges that ends with a shell border. It can be used as a baby blanket, tablecloth, or shawl. It is worked from the center out in one piece. Make it in a baby, fingering, or sport weight yarn. Pattern was revised and a computer drawn chart added on 12/21/2013.
Crochet: Earwarmers
This hat is a modern take on the vintage pony tail hats of the 1950s and 60s. It wraps around the heading covering the ears and ties under the chin. It’s a soft and fuzzy hat that will warm your ears (and not crush your hair). Make it from that odd ball of novelty yarn that is lurking in your stash.
Knitting: Bib
Scraps of cotton worsted weight yarn, a fun button, and about an hour of your time are all you need to knit this sassy little bib. Use one color of yarn for the bib and a different colors for the strps, or use the same color for both.
Knitting: Cowl
A simple cowl/tube scarf knit in the round with a fuzzy novelty yarn. Wear pulled up over your head or down around your neck like a turtleneck or cowl. The large needles make this a fast knit! Use a 16” circular needle. Finished cowl measures about 17” long x 25” around. The yarn I used has been discontinued. Use a super bulky weight, or combin...
Crochet: Earflap Hat
A crocheted earflap hat that is simple and fast to make for babies to adults! Start at the top and work down in rounds. When the hat is long enough, add the earflaps. The ties are added as you crochet the border in either the project yarn or a contrasting color. The pattern includes a chart for the earflaps as well as full written instructions....
Knitting: Scarf
A starry scarf knit one star at a time using worsted weight yarn. An easy two needle pattern knit flat from the outside edge to the center. No circulars or double points needed! Fun, easy, and addictive to knit! The finished scarf is 4” wide x 64” long. About 9 yards per star. A good use for scrap yarn. The stars can be knit in any weight of ya...
Knitting: Coaster, Washcloth / Dishcloth
Pattern includes cloth and coaster instructions. Easy to knit in garter stitch, this stairstep design uses up small amounts of worsted weight cotton yarn and size 8 knitting needles. Cloth uses about 36 yards and coasters about 12 yards each. Dishcloth measures 8.5” x 8.5”, Coaster 4.75” x 4.75”.
Crochet: Scarf
A fast and easy two row flower scarf to crochet. Make it in fun colors for kids. Crochet it in metallics for a necklace look. Can be made with scrap yarn.
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
Brighten your day with sunflowers! Here’s a fun set to knit for yourself or for gift giving. Knit them with scraps of cotton worsted weight yarn on size 7 needles. Fast and fun to knit! The larger one can be used as a dishcloth or hot pad and the smaller one is a coaster. You start by knitting the petals in a row and pick up stitches along the ...
Knitting: Tote
A felted bag featuring an unusual construction method. The body of the bag is knit sideways in garter stitch. The bottom stitches are picked up along the lower edge and knit in the round. The pattern is written for a small (165 yards) and large bag (420 yards). Scraps of several colors are needed for the blossoms, buds, and leaves (about 60 yar...
Crochet: Decorative - Other
Heart garland to crochet or knit with scrap yarn. Decorate your home for the holidays, tie on packages, or string across a child’s room.
Knitting: Coaster
A cute sunflower coaster knit on straight needles from the outside petals in to the center. A few stitches will close the edge. Fast and fun to knit!
Knitting: Scarf
Bird wings soar over river and mountain lace motifs in this scarf that tells of the long flight home. This simple lace scarf is knit in garter stitch from a single skein of fingering weight yarn. The blocked scarf is 6” x 60”. Written instructions and lace chart are included. (A stole version is in the works.)
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
The lace motif used in this shawl reminds me of the trailing blossoms that bloom on the wisteria outside my kitchen window each spring. Originally published in 2009, I have revised the pattern instructions, added a computer drawn chart, and changed the hook size from a size I to a G. The resulting shawl uses 150 yards less yarn, has more stitch...
Knitting: Tote
A one or two color tote bag knit in wool from the bottom up in one piece. The handles are knit in as you bind off. No seaming required! Felt it after knitting for a very durable bag. This pattern was part of the Holiday Mystery Group in 2009.
Knitting: Coaster, Washcloth / Dishcloth
Get 3 patterns in one: facecloth, coasters and rug.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A fast and fun flower bordered little shawl that can be knit with one skein of sock or fingering weight yarn. Options are given for adding beads to the lace border and edge. A four page pattern with written line-by-line instructions and a lace chart.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A fast and easy stole knit sideways with worsted weight yarn. It won’t look very wide as you’re knitting it. The magic begins as you bind off and drop stitches. The dropped stitches create lace ladders that make the stole wider. Blocked size is 65” long x 19” deep. Pattern has been updated as of 11/10/2012.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A two triangle shawl knit from the neck down featuring a crystalline design that ends with a lace edging. The linear design changes as the shawl grows, mirroring the many facets of our personalities and how we change and grow throughout our lives.
Knitting: Bib
A simple baby bib that is fast and easy to make. You should get two bibs from a 2 oz/95 yard ball of dishcloth cotton. You will need one 1/2” - 3/4” button for the strap. Bib is 6.5” x 7”.
Knitting: Bib
A sweet little baby bib for a little girl. It’s a quick and easy knit from side to side with some short rows to add a little flare. Add a button to the strap to finish it. A fun little something to knit for a baby shower or for charity fundraisers.
Crochet: Throw
An “L” shaped blanket worked on a base of a partial granny square. Very easy and a great use of yarn scraps. My 64” x 64” blanket used as estimated 2,656 yards. A revised copy with a chart was uploaded on May 26, 2012.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A fun and easy shawl to knit in a shape that stays put on the shoulders. The 6-page pattern includes complete written directions, a lace chart, and a cast on tutorial. The pattern is written for fingering weight yarn with options to knit it in lace to worsted weight (or handspun), with a heart in the border, and instructions for knitting a larg...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This simple shoulder shawl in worsted weight yarn is knit in one piece from the top down starting with a garter tab cast on. The heart motif forms a beautiful border that ends in a picot edge. The shape of this shawl helps it stay in place. The front points can be worn draped or fastened with a shawl pin. For a different look, fasten the front ...
Crochet: Baby Blanket
This blanket is crocheted from the center out in one piece. The instructions are so easy you won’t even have to look at them after you work a few rounds. A wave edging is included with the pattern as well as yarn requirements for sport/dk weight yarn.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This stunning, yet simple, shoulder shawl is knit in one piece from the top down. The feather motif forms a beautiful border ending in a picot edge. The shape of this shawl makes it stay in place. The front points can be worn draped or fastened with a shawl pin. For a different look, fasten the front points of the shawl to the back corners to w...
Crochet: Decorative - Other
This somewhat silly design brightens up the bottle of dishsoap sitting on your kitchen counter and makes it easier to pick up when your hands are wet. It’s crocheted from from the neck down in one piece. This apron should fit most dishsoap bottles. A loop fits over the neck of the bottle and ties fasten in the back to hold it in place. You’ll n...
Knitting: Pet Toys
The toy is knit sideways in garter stitch beginning at the head. It starts with a provisional cast on, is shaped using short rows, and ends with a three needle bind off. Crochet the legs for a fast finish!
Knitting: Scarf
The leafy motif and rippling waves in this design remind me of the serene tranquility of Thoreau’s Walden Pond retreat. This “no purl” lace scarf is easy enough for a beginning lace knitter. There is no right or wrong side to this scarf---both sides look the same. Only one skein of yarn is needed for this project. Could be made with any weight ...
Knitting: Scarf
There aren’t a lot of scarf patterns out there that are suitable for guys or gals. Here’s one I came up with after thumbing through some stitch dictionaries. It uses the K1 below stitch. (I came up with this pattern months before the Knit 1 Below book debuted. Great minds must think alike! LOL!)
Knitting: Scarf
A simple, yet elegant lace scarf that is easy enough for a beginner. The 3 page pattern includes a lace chart, line-by-line directions, and some lace knitting tips.
Crochet: Scarf
This is a crocheted version of the knitted curly scarves. It’s fast and easy to crochet this scarf with less than 200 yards of yarn.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Celtic Hearts is a seriously easy and fast knit. The design is simple, striking, and beautiful. Diagonal lines radiate off a central motif and connect to a line of hearts in the border. The pattern is five pages long, contains written instructions, and lace charts.
Knitting: Scarf
This scarf is soft, fuzzy, flirty, and a little twirly. What’s not to like? Use up some of the novelty yarn that snuck into your stash. Pair it with a strand of smooth textured yarn (or substitute one strand of a bulky weight yarn). I used a strand of DK yarn and a strand of fingering yarn for the pictured scarf. You can substitute different we...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This elegant lace design is rated Intermediate due to some patterning on wrong side rows and the addition of a lace edging at the beginning and end of the stole. Five columns of lace grace the body of the stole with a lovely meandering zigzag design formed by offsetting every other column. The pattern contains options for knitting the stole wit...
Knitting: Pet Toys
These toys are a fast knit with scrap yarn. They should take less than 30 minutes to make. I’ve included directions for 3 different beak/bills (curved, long, short) and how to make it with or without wings.
Crochet: Cozy - Other
A quick and easy crochet project to make in less than 30 minutes. Slip a bar of your favorite soap inside or give it as a gift. Makes a great skin scrubber. Just hang it up by the cord to dry. Enjoy!
Knitting: Scarf
This curly little scarf knits up fast in garter stitch! Increases cause the scarf to curl. This scarf with knit with 125 yards of Patons Look at Me! in High Energy Variegated with size 8 knitting needles. You will need a long circular to handle all the stitches! You could knit this scarf if almost any weight of yarn by using needles a size larg...
Crochet: Hair accessories
With just a few yards of eyelash (or novelty) yarn, a crochet hook, and a pony tail elastic band, you can make a cute cover hairband or fuzzy bracelet for kids. If you can make a slip knot and single crochets, you can make this project.
Knitting: Costume
A fun item to knit for kids. It only takes a few yards of bulky yarn (or doubled worsted weight) and a little time to knit it with size 10 or 10.5 knitting needles. Finished size: 12” long x 2” wide at points. Should stretch to 18” around. Easy to make longer or wider.
Knitting: Coaster
A fast and easy gift item or something to make for fundraising bazaars. Uses only 12 yards of scrap yarn to knit. Pattern now available on Ravelry.
Knitting: Coaster
A fast and easy to knit coaster. No right or wrong side! Make a bunch of these for gifts or to donate to fund raising bazaars. A great project for using up scrap yarn.
Knitting: Scarf
This design is good for men or women. The front side is a textured design and the back is purl stitches.
Knitting: Scarf
This project combined an oddball skein of nubbly novelty yarn with leftover scraps of baby yarn. The scarf design evolved as I ran out of the one of the yarns I was using. Total yarn weight used for this project was 3 ounces. Maybe about 400 yards.
Knitting: Scarf
The stitch pattern I used is reversible, no right or wrong side. It’s a stair step stitch pattern based on a multiple of 4 stitches.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This pattern is knit from the top down with 600 yards of fingering weight yarn on size 6 (4 mm) needles. The lace pattern forms a beautiful scalloped border when bound off and blocked. It can be easily upsized by using more yarn and knitting more pattern repeats. Knit it with any weight yarn you like and needles to suit the yarn. Lighter weight...
Knitting: Throw
This is a perfect project for scrap yarn. Knit individual hexagons (17 yards each) or knit strips. Change colors after each one, knit them all the same, or do a planned layout like a Grandmothers Flower Garden quilt. Have fun with it! I’ve include a blank grid you can print out if you’d like to plan and color your chart to use as a guide. Join-...
Knitting: Tote
Tote bag worked from the bottom up. Starts with a rectangle with stitches picked up around edge and knit in round to the top. Handles are knit in. Worked at a looser than normal gauge for stretchiness. Elongated stitches on sides have contrast yarn woven through them and tied into bow. Could also be made with strips of fabric, plastic bags, or ...
Knitting: Pet Toys
A fun, fast, and easy little toy to knit for cats. The fish is knit from the nose to the tail in one piece before being sewn up. This is a great project for using up scraps of yarn.
Knitting: Pet Toys
Great project for emptying your scrap basket. Make them with about 12 yards of worsted weight and size 7 knitting needles. You can knit these with almost any weight yarn paired knitting needles suitable for that yarn weight. They’re fun and addictive to knit!
Knitting: Cozy - Other
An over-the-shoulder carrier that holds your water bottle. It keeps your hands free to shop. It is knit from the bottom up in the round. This is a great use of scrap yarn plus it includes a small exercise in lace knitting in the round.
Knitting: Food Cozy, Pet Toys
Cute little bunnies that fit over plastic Easter Eggs, hard boiled eggs, or candy eggs. Can also be made into cat toys or little stuffies if you stuff them with polyfill and sew the bottom closed. The photo shows the front (left) and back (right) of the bunny. The little tail and ears are knit in as you go. Knit in the round for minimal finishi...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
These are simple, fast, and easy to knit. They just cover your knuckles, leaving your fingers free.
Knitting: Necklace, Bracelet
Knit a necklace or bracelet using scraps in your yarn basket. Use whatever weight of yarn you like paired with needles smaller than the yarn recommends.
Crochet: Rug
Crochet a throw rug out of odd balls, scraps, and leftover worsted weight yarn using a size N crochet hook. Two strands of yarn are used with only one yarn color changed at a time. Eighteen rounds makes a throw rug that is 30” across. Could also be made with strips of fabric cut from old t-shirts or other clothing.
Crochet: Pet Toys
The cute little ball toys are crocheted with worsted weight scraps leftover from the toys I knit. Crochet 3 rows, stuff in a cotton ball, and sew it closed. Done! I hope you will consider making some of these and donating them to your local animal shelter.
Knitting: Pet Toys
This mouse is knit from the nose to the tail in one piece with the ears knit in as you go. It starts as stockinette and changes to garter stitch. The tail is crocheted using the final stitch. I designed this pattern in September 2000.
