Delightfully Fresh and simple are the words that spring to mind with the Rise and Falls Scarf.

With simple stitches and the use of increases, this Cowls shape adds warmth and comfort. to achieve the look shown in the first photo, simply skip the second to last round of instruction.

This Shawl is a true Beauty. The fabric from this 2 row repeat shawl is airy, and yet warm, making this a wonderful option for transitional seasons, Or those cooler Summer evenings. With the variety of Colorways available, there is sure to be the perfect fit for all the shawl wearers on your gift list. Don’t forget to make your own.

A One Skein Project

Designed to be the go to head wear for Winter, this Bulky Yarn creation is lighter than you expect, and Oh so Warm and comfortable. The tapered design hugs the shoulder line to under the chin, without being restrictive. No Mussy Hat Hair, which is a good thing as you are off to work.

So many love the shape, and styling of Kerchief Scarves. Truely a Cold weather staple. But here, we have a light version, with slight shoulder coverage for Spring and Summer. Delightful Petite sizing makes this an ideal accessory. The button closure will ensure it stays on. From a walk on a breezy beach, to an afternoon wedding, imagine the pos...

A One cake design, with a two row repeat. Don’t you just love them?

This shawl is a sincere masterpiece.

This Top Down, Triangle shaped shawl is an idyllic wearable shawl that will transition from one season to another. The yarn selection allows this potentially heavy fabric to remain light and so comfortable. Reminiscent of a Granny Stitch, there is a visual comfort that then shows you unique qualities, just like the person wearing it.

One of 4 lucious patterns designed to invoke the feel of the seasons.

One of 4 lucious patterns designed to invoke the feel of the seasons.

This is #2 in the series of 4~Seasons Shawls.

One of 4 lucious patterns designed to invoke the feel of the seasons.

More and More yarns are offering phrases like “insert finished garment in Mesh Wash Bag. Machine wash…..”

Simple Stitch patterns can be anything but boring. The Lacy effect with short color bursts found in Caron Simply Soft Paints blend perfectly in this casual dress cowl. I see this being worn through the last frost, and nearly to Mothers Day, incorporating a soft burst of Spring, while keeping the lingering cold of Winter at bay.

A Large Shawl/Ruana Wrap Cross, worked in simple stitches designed to give the maker time to process.

A simple, timeless design that will flow from season to season.

I love Everything about this design; the yarn has a strong softness that accentuates the spirit. The stitch pattern is easy to work. While not completely mindless, there is an easy to follow repeat that gives the mind room to process thoughts. I chose The Name “Rally Cry” as I see a process. Change is needed, but perhaps not defined.

Worked in a series of alternating short rows, this pattern provides the proper shaping to allow your hood to be very wearable.

This shawl has form and style; lacy, drape, and fun. Select another colorway and the same design takes on a more sophisticated appearance. Wear it as a scarf for a lighter wind block, or a splash of color.

This is a CAL. THE PATTERN IS NOT COMPLETE AT THIS POINT

This Mini Poncho is worked in two colors of Cascade 220. Simple Filet Crochet stitches, filled with weaved in strands of yarn. Color placements allow for an almost plaid effect.

Worked from the center out, this cowl offers classy warmth in short order.

Indulge in the Bloom-Field CAL

These amazingly sweet boot cuffs coordinate with the Crunchtime Headband crochet pattern.

This simple design incorporating sc, hdc, and slip stitches creates an amazingly stretchy, textured headband. Wide enough to keep ears warm, narrow enough to let your locks rock.

This design was recently the focus of a mystery CAL.

This design was recently the focus of a mystery CAL.

The Purple Sparkle Yarn, from the Silk Drop is called Galaxy, and I really think it fits

Featuring Plymouth Yarns Vivara in Lavender Pink and Dark Mauve.

This is an intermediate crochet pattern, that can be managed by a crocheter that knows basic crochet stitches.

A stylish hat that looks complex, while being rather simple to construct. By developing one pattern, with size changes managed with the hook size, the maker can adjust simply enough to make this hat for anyone.

This pattern is worked in turned rows, from a center foundation.

When the theme for this round was announced, I knew that I would be doing a prayer Shawl. It just made sense. My first thought was the Serenity Prayer, I learned it many years ago. I still recite it, most days, as it has become an ingrained part of my world.

So many joyful, beautiful occasions for a shawl. Mother“s Day, Graduations, Weddings, Anniversary, Life Celebrations of any nature.

Be Happy

As the brutal cold of winter lets go, gravitation to warmth, with bright vivid color begins to influence our thoughts. This design captures elements on trend as well as the retro mementos we can all relate to. Asymmetric lines, drop shoulders, open airy construction all call out to the young in us while the worsted weight cotton yarn offers wei...

Light and fun, this beautiful infinity is just enough to add some color, and sparks to your wardrobe.

This yarn is warm, soft and wonderful. The cowl is constructed in such a manner that most of the difficulty working with it has been eliminated.

An Elegant statement, Simplistic in stitch, Beautiful in Execution. The Sheen on the yarn gives additional flair to this piece. Everything about this design is soft and graceful. A joy to wear, and fun to make.

While many of us look to a Sun Hat in Winter to help block the glare, generally the first gust of wind has us chasing them down the sidewalk. Or our ears are exposed, leading to infection and pain. This design has the fit of a beanie. It is a snug hat, that covers the ears. The brim is shaped to allow for the turn of your head, without interfer...

The fabric is soft, drapey, squishy. It looks Knit, It behaves like knit, and yet it is 100% crochet.

Growing up, I heard Moss only grows on the North Side.

Pattern worked with a double ended Tunisian Hook, and 2 colors of Worsted weight yarn. (the second color is removed as a finishing step, making this a lightweight draping cowl. It does not have to coordinate at all.)

This design is fun to make, and even more fun to wear.

The Foundation Loop on this scarf creates a quick base. An experienced crocheter can whip one of these babies up in under 2 hours. A novice will take about 3 total. It flows so easily with the mobius rounds doing twice the width in each pass.

This design was created for the Round 3,Winter Wonderland Battle Of The Stitches Competition.

Festive fun spirit hat. Make this as a beanie, or a full on slouch, instructions in the pattern

Be sure you read the entire pattern, including notes before you begin.

An advanced beginner pattern, that utilizes variable Stitch placement. Creates a unique textural experience, Simple construction, and easy to follow picture tutorial for stitch placement.

Great Hat for Easter, Mother/ Daughter and just all around Sun wear.

This pattern is perfect for Spring Layering

A great scarf that can serve many purposes. from Mantel Scarf to an infinity scarf, there are no limits. Colors in the sample lend themselves to Fall, and thoughts of Thanksgiving. But swap out the colors. Your favorite Christmas Colors, Winter Colors, Whites Blues, Shimmers, the options are endless.

This Pattern is worked in joined rounds to start, and then flows into a spiral, quite naturally. As one diamond grows, the other comes to it’s peak. The cable bands divide the cowl into sections, -offering texture and visual appeal.

A warm cowl to coordinate with other pieces in the line. Unify your look or wear as a stand alone accessory. This is a great gift item, and since it is hooked with one skein, there are less ends to weave, and manages to keep costs down.

This Hat starts out proud, and stays the course to the final round. Full of Texture, created with Post stitches, and center stitches which provide a sleek bed between the cables. Intermediate to Advanced in skill level, this design is an investment of time and skill.

This is an intermediate Crochet Pattern. Links are provided for video tutorials on the stitches that may not be common. This pattern uses the Waistcoat Stitch, which is a very old (1918 is the most recent date I am aware of it being published in a pattern) stitch. I learned it 40+ years ago, from my Grandmother, who was over 60 at the time,

This can be worked in multiple colors, with the color changes after 5 rounds that create the pattern blocks

Kadi Poncho