The shawl may be worked to any desired size. The choice of yarn and hook size are up to you. I have swatched with up to a worsted weight and a “J” hook with good results. The project shown was made using Red Heart “It’s a Wrap” (625 yards) with an “E” 3.25mm hook. I used almost all of the yarn to achieve the size shown. The leaves are surrounde...

I fell in love with a baby blanket made with a similar stitch. I didn’t like the way it was made, so I improvised a way to get the same look, but with different stitches. After playing around with it for a bit, I decided to see if I could come up with an asymmetrical scarf/shawl from the pattern. This is what I came up with.

Coastal Bay is a semi-circular shawl that be adjusted to any size. Just make more repeats of one of the sections or both! It provides maximum coverage around the shoulders and drapes nicely down the back.

This pattern came from a need to keep my hands and mind busy. There are many people in our communities that could use a little bit of love, and since we can’t just go and give everyone around us a great big hug, I thought it might be nice to come up with a pattern that could make multiple items.

Amsonia means Ice Flower. The pictures I found kind of reminded me of the pattern that emerged when I started knitting. It also seems quite appropriate since we have been in the grips of major snow and ice storms for the past few weeks.

Organized Chaos is a round, lacy shawl or blanket. It can be worked in any combination of needle and yarn weight. Mine is in lace weight with a size 3 needle for a small table cloth. Larger needle and yarn weight will make a nice blanket. You can decide what combination you want/need to add a bit of fun in your life.

Razor’s Edge is a shawl that can be worked to whatever size is desired. The prototype used two 420 yard skeins of fingering yarn and a size 6 US needle. The pattern is easy to work and includes charted and written instructions.

Big Top is a study in garter stitch and short rows. It is worked side to side and features a nice scalloped edge when finished. I used bright colors and alternated frequently to achieve the “big top” look of a circus tent. It can easily be done with muted colors, alternating variegates with a high contrast, or even tonal colors for a more muted...

A super quick and easy shawl that makes up for a thoughtful gift. One skein and a hook makes for a wonderfully mobile project. Make it larger for a special someone to wrap up in when it gets a bit chilly. The pattern is easy to memorize once you get going and can be made with any hook and yarn combination desired!

Use slip stitches to create a window pane effect on this cute drawstring bag.

This started out as a challenge to see what I could come up with when handed this beautiful skein of copper colored yarn with a metallic touch added in. I also received a beautiful skein of fruity colored yarn from the same dyer that just went so well with the copper that I had to figure out a way to incorporate it into the design.

My daughter asked me to come up with a shawl that she could wrap around her shoulders when she was playing dress-up, but would also be warm when she wanted to wrap up on the couch and watch TV. It had to be pretty, warm, and zig-zaggy. She wanted something “fit for a princess” and even sketched it out for me.

Homespun Beauty is a combination of three different stitch patterns used in progression. It goes from a open and closed central section and moves into a large open circle motif. The final few rows use post stitches to make raised little squares. The final section is easy to repeat to make the shawl larger.

I need a new afghan for the living room so I figured I would just design one and offer it up as a Mystery KAL for the summer. When else would you want to make a blanket?

Terraform in Crochet is a simple, but addictive project designed to use those special skeins of yarn. (You know, the ones that you can’t find a pattern to match?) It is the perfect pattern for heavily variegated yarns, gradients, or plain solid yarns. The shape is an asymmetrical triangle with all increases occurring along one side. It can be m...

Yewll is a top down crescent that was inspired by the Doctor Yewll character in Defiance. Her uniform has some interesting stitching which caught my eye and inspired the main body pattern. The edging was inspired by the plants she raises for medicinal use in the clinic. She is a strong character so I used bold, strong colors for the prototype. ...

With Spring breezes on the mind and the buds getting ready on the trees, it is still too cool to go without some kind of warmth while perusing the yard or taking young ones to the park. Hexy is a half circle shawl that has plenty of open work to keep the shawl from getting too warm, but solid enough to provide warmth. It can be scrunched up ar...

The theme for this MKAL is COLOR! After all the gray of this winter, I wanted to come up with something that would soothe the soul, but also provide a pop of color in an otherwise gray month! I designed this project to go with multiple weights of yarn and needle combinations that would still yield a wearable finished accessory. I wanted somethi...

I was asked to design a special shawl by a friend of mine. I used a couple of doilies as inspiration and came up with this design. I used less than two skeins of Caron Simply Soft and a size J/6mm hook to make a nice drapey fabric that would still provide warmth. It would make a wonderful last-minute gift or prayer shawl.

I was making some hats for charity when my daughter asked if she could have one of these hats. I decided to go ahead and write up the pattern as I was making them. They have quite a bit of stretch and will fit my 5 year-old and me.

Terraform is a textured shawl that can be made to any size. It is asymmetrical and can be worn in a multitude of ways. It can be wrapped, twisted, and draped to compliment just about any outfit!! Wear it like a cowl, drape it like a bandana, or just throw it over one shoulder to give a pop of color.

It’s that time of year when the evenings are chilly and the days are still a tad too warm. So how about a nice open pattern that can be worn around to help keep the chill out after the sun goes down? This shawl can be done to any size with any yarn and would make a great prayer shawl or charity donation. It starts out as a triangle and shifts t...

Watermelon PI is a smallish shawl that incorporates post stitches to provide some extra texture to the simple pattern. Instructions are included for enlarging, if desired. There are also instructions for two different looks. One with alternating bands of texture and one with all the “action” on one side of the shawl. Both are equally attractive...

Fusion is a scarf or shawl depending on how many repeats are performed. The smaller size can be made with one skein of sock yarn (420 yards) and the larger size will require 2 (750 yards). The central pattern uses a mix of post stitches which results in two distinct sides. Both sides are attractive and I and my testers couldn’t decide which we ...

Hera’s Peacocks was the pattern for the Holiday Yarns Lace Club for June 2012. It features an open peacock stitch surrounded by lace. Beading is optional.

I designed these fingerless mitts to go with the Lotus Flower Hat. I looked around and couldn’t find the exact thing I wanted so I made up a pattern. They are easy and quick to make. I can make a pair in a day. Perfect for a quick gift or charity.

7 Sisters is a semi-circular shawl that can be done in 5, or more sections. It is knit from the top down using gathered stitches, lace work, and your choice of adding beads or nupps.

Elementary is a striped shawl that wraps easily around the shoulders. It uses two contrasting yarns and looks wonderful with self striping yarns, variegated yarns, and solid colors. Pick two and go!

This is the Montego shawl which has many options available. Choose a shape, a size, and whether or not to bead. Instructions are charted and written out line by line. There is the ability to enlarge, if desired. Just make sure to have extra yarn (and beads) available. The beading is on the edge so you can take your time to choose!

The Jungle cowl can be worked as a regular cowl, a wimple, or a double wrap cowl with the instructions provided. The pattern contains both written and charted directions. The peach colored sample shown used about 150 yards of Fuzz and Sunshine sock yarn.

The Cowldana isn’t a regular cowl or bandana. It is a combination of both. I wanted something that would sit nicely in the gap at the top of my coat, but wouldn’t choke me to death. I also wanted to add a bit of patterning without going for anything too flashy. I decided a nice little flash of color in stripes that change direction at the front...

Giza is a shawl based on pyramids that build upon each other. Each pyramid is larger than the last. Even the edging is made up of tiny pyramids.

Nothing says ‘Winter’ like a warm, cozy shawl, but there’s no reason it needs to be plain. The points in the design are reminiscent of the petals of a flower and the greater than a semi-circle shape lends itself well to wrapping, making it a great way to brighten up your winter wardrobe!

With fall on the horizon, I thought it might be nice to have a lighter weight shawl to help cover up when the chill hits the air. I wanted something that would look good with a variegated yarn and wasn’t going to tax my brain. I chose to make a shawl that is made up of a three row repeat and can be done with any size hook and yarn combination. ...

The Jungle Scarf is a lacy knit with undulating leaves outlined in lace. Instructions include fully written and charted directions. It is based on a Barbara Walker stitch pattern that has been modified to extend beyond the basic stitch. It has a finished look for each end.

This was the 2012 Summer Mystery KAL. It has multiple shape options utilizing one chart.

A quick and easy project for all those last minute gift giving opportunities. Slip stitch patterning looks difficult, but is easy to achieve. Make it in multiple colors or just two contrasting colors. The style can be used for both men and women.

The BLT (Basic Lace Triangle) scarf/shawl is designed for a beginner with the option of beading. It uses a simple repeating pattern and is great for learning how to use a chart. There are no difficult stitches used. The pattern is fully written and charted.

One day I decided to see if I could come up with a way to make a slope with an even edge. Most of the slopes I’ve seen have a bit of a jog in them, but I wanted one as smooth as I could get it. After playing around for a bit, I came up with a cross between Tunisian and regular crochet. Even if you’ve never done Tunisian, you can do this. I have...

This pattern is no longer available on the Galler Yarns website, but I have been given permission to keep it on Ravelry.

A Touch of Punk is a Victorian inspired collar. It uses some unusual crochet stitches and a return row from Tunisian crochet to shape the edges, but is written out step-by-step to make it as easy as possible to achieve.

Mythos spirals from the center and then uses a Pi-shaping variant for the outer rings. Instructions are fully written and charted. Two different options are provided for the edging. One is a ruffle and the other is a flatter version.

This pattern has several shaping options. It is semi-circular or circular, depending on the desired shape. Instructions for both are included. The shawl or blanket is worked in sections.

The Morpho Shawlette starts with a half circle beginning and then morphs into a triangular shape. It has longer sides which are perfect for wrapping around the neck during the first crisp evenings of spring. The shawlette can be made into a full sized shawl for those times when more coverage is needed. I chose to use a cashmere yarn and large h...

This is an e-book that includes the basic instructions to produce different shawls and scarves. It uses three basic body stitches, one main edging, and three different finishing techniques that can be mixed and matched to make over thirty different shawls or scarves. It contains written directions geared toward the beginner, but is still intere...

The Knottie Scarf isn’t your ordinary scarf. It is worked from the bottom up and is designed to be worn in multiple ways. Wear it with the triangle to the front or to the back. Wrap the tails around for warmth or just leave them hanging. The choice is up to you!

I have always loved the look of Stephen West’s knitting designs. I wanted to take his ideas and translate them into crochet. I contacted him and asked if it would be okay to try and he gave me his blessing to do so. This is my interpretation of his famous Clockwork shawl. I tried to keep it as close as possible to the original knit version, but...

This shawlette would be the perfect accessory for those cool evenings. It can be wrapped with the center point to the front or worn more traditionally with the point to the back and the generous sides wrapped to the front.

I love to design things that look more difficult than they actually are. I want something that is easy to do, but gives me more “bang for my buck,” so to speak. I don’t have many hours in the day to accomplish this endeavor, so I try to make the most of it.

The Persica shawl starts with a modernized version of an 1800’s rose medallion. The outer ring(s) are based on EZ’s Pi increases. The pattern has complete written instructions and charts. I have included instructions for two sizes. The photos show the smaller size on size 4 needles, but my swatches were done in sock weight without losing any of...

Several of my friends asked if I could design a crochet version of Liz Abinante’s Saroyan scarf/shawl. This is my interpretation of her beautiful scarf.

The Small Talk Shawl is a top down shawl that is not a triangle and sits well on the shoulders. It is composed of leaves, a modified center point, and can be made to any size desired. I chose to use a sock yarn, but it can be done in any weight with appropriate hook.

Fantasm is a top down crochet shawl. It can be made in any weight yarn with appropriate hooks. Pattern is charted with written descriptions for three optional edges. Pictures are provided with 2 of the options.

Pattern is available in chart form only. It has a leaf motif and undulating rib. The edging is composed of a three leaf motif with a small mesh section dividing the leaves. The neckline is a flared triangular shape. This shawl can be made to any size and looks nice in both a lace-weight or light fingering weight.

Spring Thaw is a top down triangle with a slightly sloped top edge. It can be blocked straight if preferred and looks good in just about any weight yarn.

This is a semi-circle shawl designed on Pi recipe by Elizabeth Zimmerman. It works well in a solid or self-striping yarn. The pattern is a three row repeat that can be made into any size.

This is an easy crochet wrap worked in a simple ripple. Shaping includes extra coverage for front wrapping. Once the pattern is established, it can be crocheted to any size.