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The Chinese Han (漢) languages are pictographs and we called as “square characters”. The mosaic patterns consist of small squares which share the same features as many Chinese characters. The e-book contains nine patterns inspired by Chinese Han (漢) characters.

Butchart gardens--walking under rose covered arches/trellises…fully immersing yourself within the floral fragrant fantasy, becoming a joy to behold and blending in with the surroundings…

The landscapes of winding creek, botanic garden and country home with bamboo fences…

The White Tree of Gondor is heralded in the Lord of the Rings trilogy as a symbol of hope and life renewed. It signals the return of the king, to bring peace and prosperity to the people of Gondor…

The legendary name means “noble”, “well-born”, “young warrior”, or “God’s gracious gift”; it’s a hardy evergreen and can live for thousands of years and keep its “youthful” appearance. It resembles the figure skating rotation features.

An Angel is descending with light beams shining from the realms of heaven and the darkness is lifting.

According to the legend, the tree was bent / crooked by a spirit, making it sacred. The image resembles the tribe ritual / ceremonial dancing---The tree of rebirth.

This squirrel was caught and released way into the woods---shockingly he made all his way back! It’s fun to see the cute little critters jumping and flipping around…but they have the reputation as garden fruits and vegetables destroyers. Cypress/pines squirrel (松鼠)

Two trees intertwined with tangled bodies and branches, as like two ballroom dancers spinning around in a Tango twist…

The Enchanted Garden at end of the tree tunnels…inspired by the hanging Spanish moss trees, landscapes, and charming southern atmosphere in Savannah Georgia…

Bunny and butterflies. Bunny is adorable but a trouble maker in the garden. Blessings of year 2023

Weeping / budding willow swaying in the wind. Willow tree is mostly used as an ornamental tree because of its beautiful pendulant branches. Embossed-cable stitches used in the designs.

The tree has a big heart shape---decorated with a heart shaped pendent/ornament or something you like --- the person or family photos…

Tulips symbolize royalty, purity and passion. The tulips and windmills have become the symbol of Netherlands.

Try to capture the swirling features / motions of the tree against wind. Bonsai / Penzai (盆栽 planted in a container)---have long been respected in the ancient art of Feng Shui for bring good luck and harmony.

Cactus, Aloes and Ocotillos in the Moonlight --Arizona and SW desert gardens inspired. Cactus in Chinese: Deity’s palm / hands(仙人掌).

The Hanging Gardens of Babylon 空中花園巴比倫 were described as a remarkable feat of engineering with an ascending series of tiered gardens containing a wide variety of trees, palm trees, shrubs, and vines…

Crouching-dragon plum tree (臥龍梅) inspired. The image of the ‘Dancing dragon’ came from the way the branches looped across the ground.

3-D designs / image.

Keyhole scarf with Thorny or Wuji Brioche patterns.

Wuji (無極)means infinity ♾, boundless, or limitless. The Beret worked top down in the rounds. Instructions are written for one size, to fit adult woman.

Wuji (無極)means infinity ♾, boundless or limitless. Standard-fitting reversible vest worked top down. Sized for Small/Medium and Large/X-Large and shown in size S/M.

景泰藍: cloisonne is a famous traditional enamel ware, known as the “blue of Jingtai” in China, with a history of over 500+ years.

Mino (美濃) means beauty and richness, or profound beauty. The asymmetrical Zen style shrug worked from side to side with minimal shaping. Do some practice you can overcome the challenges of this innovated lattice brioche patterns.

World heritage sites, Zabid and Sana, Yemen, “stone cable carvings” Façade and domestic architecture attraction inspired.

India (country), the breathtaking stones Carvings (浮雕) from Jodhpur, Step-well of Bundi and more others inspired.

Denmark, Tivoli Gardens, Kronborg Castles (famous for Shakespeare’s Hamlet) and many others inspired. The stepped gable (山墻) is one of the features of Renaissance architectures…Love the Danish fashion/costume in the movie “Out of Africa”; Christian Andersen’s books/ fairy tales were great inspiration…

St. Petersburg Russia, Orthodox tradition / styles (overlapped Onion domes and matryoshka dolls ) inspired… St. Petersburg is an enchanted city and reminded me 陀思妥耶夫斯基 Dostoevsky “White nights”, and White nights festival.

Dubai landmark, the Burj Al Arab hotel inspired ----it’s designed to mimic the sail of a ship; I think it’s more like a big happy dolphin rising from the sea with seabirds flying around… Dubai has become one of the modern architectural wonders in the world.

3-D dimensional designs created shadow /depth/ perspective 透視 impressions of the image.

Bangkok Thailand known for ornate shrines; also inspired by famous “King and I” opera/movie.

Istanbul Turkey--- crossroads of East and West. It once known as Constantinople, where magnificent architecture captures the flavor of people.

Some people have the stitch number issues for the pattern. You need to find the difference between “kfb” and “kbf-2”:

A thatched roof cottage with eco and country vibes. When the first time I encountered a thatched house was on the trip to Monet’s village in France; I was so amazed by the magnificence of the thatch roof ---the down to earth beauty and the vibrant summer flowers.

3-D Image. Tea garden/house with bamboo fence. The combination of cable, eyelet, bobbles, tuck and textured stitches. The visual display (arrangement) of geometric shapes: circle, diamond, triangle, rectangle and square.

San Francisco, Victorian style homes with a large bay-window inspired.

3-D image. The Bay-window home with bucolic (田園的) and old-time charm.

Mojo means magic, a magic spell and lucky charm. Gaussian curve 正態曲線 or normal distribution concept inspired…

3-D images, cable, lace eyelets and bobbles stitches.

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Zen / Tao temples inspired. I always fascinated by the mysteries of Zen禪/ Tao 道 Buddhism: the philosophy, peace and harmony with nature, coexisting or win-win solution and longevity of living. good Karma: 因果報應

Sydney Opera-house (Shell-structure) inspired.

Venice St. Mark’s Square and Byzantine style inspired. Cable+lace+bobble pattern created reliefs or 3-D images. The square is great for blanket, lapghan and pillows…

For 25 Squares E-Book, click here:

For 25 Squares E-Book, click here:

For 25 Squares E-Book, click here:

Inspired by charming Victorian style lighthouse . The cables + lace pattern created reliefs or 3-D images The square is great for blanket, lapghan and pillows; or frame the square as a picture (my friends’ ideas) and home decor!

Lace + Acorn stitches…easy repeated patterns and great for the matching piece between motifs’ squares.

Chateau de France inspired. 3-D images, enchanted and whimsical. Dormer Windows on the roof: two big funny eerie eyes.

The oversized shrug is reversible. Sized for XS-S, M-L, XL-up. All the photo tutorials shown the size M-L.

Soft and warm with luxury textures. The mix of brioche and lace knitting…subtle or low-key, and sophisticated which great for formal occasions…4 pages of big pictures tutorials, step by step teaching you “how to…”

The infusing of Brioche / Lace / Bobble knitting. The Back-swing bind-off for easy and perfect finishing!

Oversized coat featured by Mosaic Cranes鹤 motifs designs with brioche rib stitch finishing. The sizes for S-M (L, XL) and shown in size L. (鹤Crane: the symbols of the gracefulness and longevity in China).

It’s the combination of two Brioche knitting methods.

2-color brioche lace pattern。 䨇色雙元寶

3-D optical illusion, or parallax? ----the staircases are leading up to the right? or up-down the left?

It started at one point, by inc/dec sts to create a symmetric triangle shawl. The simple slip stitches pattern resembling the beautiful diamond shaped garnets.

An easy and fun 3-D lace pattern. It worked in the rounds and is reversible.

Inspired by Chanel Resort 2018 Collections. It infused times of ancient Greek ruin, the pillars, distant isles and voyage---a touch of Safari…It accented with fishnet eyelet, antique finished anchor buttons, fringes, drew string and sew-on pockets. It’s an intermediated+ level project. Patterns for sizes Small, Medium, and Larger. Shown in size...

Calligraphy inspired Steve Jobs for Apple beautiful typography designs.

Pictograph 蝶 means a butterfly. Butterfly is a symbol of resurrection---It must pass through the cocoon stage to become a beautiful butterfly. Four butterflies characters feature in transposed color work as shadow mosaic knit. Inspired by ancient Han seal script art. 漢字 Kanji in Japanese words mean Han Characters!

Pictograph 龍 means a Dragon---symbols power strength, and good luck. Inspired by ancient Chinese seal script art. Four dragons characters feature in transposed color work as shadow mosaic knit. It’s easy work---just follow the chart …

Pictograph 鳳凰 means Phoenix---in Greek mythology was a bird that could be reborn from the ashes… It’s a symbol of the Queen (or girl) in China. Two phoenixes characters feature in transposed color work as shadow mosaic knit.

Calligraphy inspired Steve Jobs for Apple beautiful typography designs.

Calligraphy inspired Steve Jobs for Apple beautiful typography designs.

It’s a beginner’s project. This reversible rectangular shrug flatters all body shapes. The natural fabric that drapes nicely to create an ideal cover-up for both indoor air-conditioning and outdoor breezes.

Relax fit, a cover piece that I can throw on and feel fabulous! It’s a very easy beginner’s project. The Bamboo lace pattern is reversible---RS and WS are identical.

Calligraphy inspired Steve Jobs for Apple beautiful typography designs.

Calligraphy inspired Steve Jobs for Apple beautiful typography designs.

It’s optical 3-D illusion? This is an easy and fun project…

Optical 3-D illusion impact and Breton stripes with nautical accents .

The rectangular shawlette is so soft and like weightless feathers; which reveals the best definition of fine mohair. It’s an elegant piece of accessory for special occasions.

This reversible cowl worked in all-over snow berry lace pattern. Instructions and chart included. It’s an easy work project.

It’s a fast, fun and easy knit.

Cowl is knitted in simple eyelet lace and constructed in diagonal way. It started with a triangle, then join the two lower points of triangle together… Just follow the charts 1-4 and finish the work seamless. This is a update vision of Bias Lace Black Cowl with more photos instructions.

The infinity scarf (Double Wrap Cowl) works in a textured, eyelet chevron pattern; finished with a seamless style.