Catherine A. Watson

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Knitting: Pullover, Tee
The Ace of Diamonds Top is a fitted, slightly cropped tee with a twisted stitch diamond motif on the sleeves and bottom hem. It is designed to fit with 0-4” positive ease and is worked from the bottom hem up.
Knitting: Bra
Meet the Brioche Bralette! This pattern is designed to be completely size adjustable and has no upper or lower measurement limits. Instead of relying on size grading based on average measurements, the pattern guides you through a series of calculations based on your unique gauge, measurements, and desired length to make a top that is completely...
Knitting: Wall Hanging
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your own Elongated Chevron Wall Hanging, complete with fringe and instructions for hanging and dowel insertion. Available in English only.
Knitting: Pullover, Tee
The Fir Pullover is a fitted sweater with twisted stitch ribbing and a cable motif along the collar. It is designed to fit with -.5-2” ease and is worked from the yoke down with the collar worked after the fact. The pattern includes instructions for short sleeves as well as 3/4 length sleeves.
Knitting: Cowl
The Flora Cowl is designed in two circumferences, 24” and 36”, to give a looser and tighter fit option. The cowl is made by holding a strand of worsted Category 4 yarn together with a strand of fine Category 2 yarn. This creates the lovely accented coloring of the cowl, especially using a particularly striking fine yarn to accent like the Glamo...
Knitting: Wall Hanging
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your own Garter Stitch Chevron Wall Hanging, complete with fringe and instructions for hanging and dowel insertion. Available in English only.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your very own Geometric Simplicity Beanie! Instructions are given for 3 SIZES: toddler, child, and adult. The simple but effective ribbing and colorwork creates an elegant, eye-catching finished product using basic stitches suitable for any skill level.
Knitting: Animal Toy
Given the stressful state of the world, I wanted to create a pattern that was not only fun to make, but continued to relieve anxiety after it was finished! Please enjoy!
Knitting: Headband
The pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your very own Herringbone Twist Headband. This pattern is knit flat in rows on DK yarn and seamed at the back, with a single row of cable work to create the twist. Available in English only.
Knitting: Animal Toy
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your very own soft and huggable jumbo Hedwig owl, inspired by Hedwig from “Harry Potter” in TWO SIZES: 12” and 16”. Available in English only.
Knitting: Animal Toy
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your very own adorable sheep plush, which measures approximately 8” x 5 1/2” x 5” (20.5 cm x 14 cm x 12.5 cm). The texture of the sheep’s wool is created using an elongated loop stitch. Available in English only.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Meet the Magnolia Crop Top! This pattern is designed to be completely size adjustable and has no upper or lower measurement limits. Instead of relying on size grading based on average measurements, the pattern guides you through a series of calculations based on your unique gauge, measurements, and desired length to make a top that is completel...
Knitting: Wall Hanging
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your own Mini Stocking Stitch Ridge Wall Hanging, complete with fringe and instructions for hanging and dowel insertion. Available in English only.
Knitting: Headband
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your very own Mock Ribbing Cable Headband! This pattern is knit flat in rows on DK yarn and seamed at the back. The main panel is a 12-stitch cable plait, with a Double Mock Ribbing edging. Available in English only.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
In these uncertain times, it seems like we all need a reminder that as stressful as the world may be right now, being forced to slow down also gives us an opportunity to start fresh, to turn over a new leaf. I designed the New Leaf beanie with that philosophy in mind.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The Oceanside Beanie is named for its lovely, scalloped texture, similar to seashells on the shore. The Beanie is made using Category 4 (worsted weight) yarn, and requires only knitting, purling, and basic lacework. The pattern features a ribbed edge with a main section of scalloped lacework. Instructions for the scalloped section are given in ...
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your very own beautiful color-stranded fabric-lined paisley purse, with details on how to complete both the knitting and sewing portions of the project. Color stranding instructions are given in color chart form. Available in English only.
Knitting: Wall Hanging
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your own Stocking Stitch Ridge Wall Hanging, complete with ombre fringe and instructions for hanging and dowel insertion. Available in English only.
Knitting: Animal Toy
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your very own 12” Sleepy Bunny Plush Toy, a quick and simple project that’s perfect for Easter or springtime! Available in English only.
Knitting: Animal Toy
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your very own cuddly whale plush. The body, tail, and flippers are created separately and then seamed together at the end. Available in English only.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your very own Spring Seeds Cable Beanie! The beanie is knit using two strands of differently colored yarns to create a textured effect and is made using panels of cable plaiting and seed stitch. The simple but gorgeous stitchwork makes a perfect project for beginners and advanced knitter...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Meet the Strawberry Twist Socks! Made with a worsted weight yarn, these cozy socks are perfect for cooler weather, and their lace detail makes them a charming addition to any outfit!
Knitting: Toy Plant
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your very own knit succulent plant! Available in English only.
Knitting: Poncho
I designed The Imperfect Poncho with the philosophy that handmade items never turn out perfectly…just like us. I believe in perfectly imperfect knits for perfectly imperfect bodies. I believe in size inclusivity and acceptance. When I chose to design garments, I knew I wanted to cover the largest possible range of sizes, so everybody and every ...
Knitting: Headband
This pattern contains step-by-step instructions to create your very own Trellis Twist Headband. This pattern is knit flat in rows on DK yarn and seamed at the end to create a twist and hide the seam. Available in English only.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
I designed this beanie in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. One action and one pattern alone cannot break down the systemic racism that centuries of history have embedded in our lives, but it can help raise awareness. It can serve as a reminder to speak up, to check our privilege, to reevaluate the small ways we allow racism to affect...
Knitting: Wall Hanging
This wall hanging is the fourth in a series I will be releasing in tribute to those suffering from or affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. This piece features a silhouette of the Empire States Building and Brooklyn Bridge on a red, white, and blue fair isle background in recognition of the losses suffered by New York City.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This beanie is the second in a series I will be releasing in tribute to those suffering from or affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. These pieces feature the colors of the Italian flag in recognition of the nation that has faced the largest number of deaths from this outbreak, but please feel free to make one in the colors of your own country as ...
Knitting: Headband
This headband is the third in a series I’ll be releasing in tribute to those suffering from/affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. These pieces feature the colors of the Italian flag in recognition of the nation that has faced the largest number of deaths from this outbreak, but please feel free to make one in the colors of your own country as well!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This beanie is the sixth in a series I will be releasing in tribute to those suffering from or affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. This piece features silhouettes of iconic buildings from the NYC skyline (the Empire States Building, Brooklyn Bridge, Chrysler Building, Flatiron Building, and Woolworth Building, from left to right) in recognition ...
Knitting: Ball
These stress balls are the fifth pattern in a series I’m releasing in tribute to those suffering from/affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. These pieces feature the Italian flag’s colors in recognition of the nation facing the largest number of deaths from this outbreak, but feel free to make one in your own country’s colors as well! This particul...
Knitting: Wall Hanging
This wall hanging is the first in a series I’ll be releasing in tribute to those suffering from/affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. These pieces feature the colors of the Italian flag in recognition of the nation that has faced the largest number of deaths from this outbreak, but please feel free to make one in the colors of your own country as ...
Knitting: Scarf
The Season’s Greetings Scarf is worked flat with two different style options: candy canes and snowflakes. The candy canes are created by knitting the cane shape via intarsia in white only, then adding the red stripes after the fact using duplicate stitch. The snowflakes are created with stranded colorwork. The body is worked in garter stitch. T...