This collection is more than just a group of patterns. It’s designed to be a resource to the intermediate knitter who has never touched color work. In Part I, I’ll show you all the secrets I’ve learned in my pursuit of this technique, so you can avoid the frustration I experienced. Part 2 contains the patterns for four different pairs of mittens, inspired by trendy geometric designs, sure to wow even your most fashion conscious cousin at the next family get together. At the end of Part 2 there is even a tool to help you design your own color work mittens.

This hat can easily be completed after learning the absolute basics of knitting. After casting on, you’ll work in stockinette (knit 1 row, purl 1 row) until your hat is the right length then bind off. After that you will fold your work in half, and seam it up the side and across the top, attaching some adorable pom poms on the corners.

If you can cast on, knit, purl, and bind off, you can easily make this blanket! It’s easy to knit, super drapy and comfy, and baby approved! Wrap up your sweet little one with a hug made up of hours of hopeful thoughts that will last years to come.

This hat can easily be completed after learning the absolute basics of knitting. After casting on, you’ll knit every row till your hat is the right length then bind off. After that you will fold your work in half, and seam it up the side and across the top, attaching some adorable pom poms on the corners.

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This is the shawl for those of us who adore garter but can eventually get bored by the endless march of knit stitches. All garter, but with a non repeating striping pattern to keep you on your toes.

I designed this adorable champagne bottle in place of offering refreshments at my Instagram launch party for my Date Night Collection. I could totally see myself making more of these for other exciting knitterly events!

This adorable cowl will make a delightful addition to your winter ensemble. The stripes add lots of interest to a wool pea coat, and the garter stitch is so soft and cuddly, you just might not want to take it off, even when you duck into a cafe to warm up. It’s a perfect piece for a casual evening with a very special someone. The stripes are wo...

This wrap is sure to get lots of compliments. It’s stunning in its simplicity. The delicate gauge and silk content of the yarn makes it drape nicely, giving a very classic, polished look, in spite of the unusual shape. Wear this fun and different piece to listen to live music, or to that special restaurant you’re finally trying out. The miles a...

This is the perfect pullover. The light gauge and roomy design make it a delightful piece that will look fabulous with heels and transition to a romantic, fireside cuddle without skipping a beat. It’s knit bottom up in a slipped stitch garter pattern with some simple cabling. If you’ve been drooling over a beautiful cabled sweater but have been...

This is the ultimate cardigan. It’s stylish, it’s feminine, it’s comfortable, it’s warm, and best of all, it’s easy to make. This is the perfect cardigan for a casual Saturday afternoon date. Wear it shopping, or on a long romantic walk around the lake. You’ll feel perfectly dressed for either occasion. The simplicity of the lines and shaping, ...

This is a fun and dramatic cardigan. The long hem and high collar make it a very impressive piece of knitwear. Go ahead, pick a bold color for this one! But pair it with lots of neutrals to show it off at its best. Wear to a nice restaurant, or for a casual window shopping trip downtown. While the techniques required for this garment are simple...

This darling raglan style sweater will be a perfect fit for any little girl in your life. Whether she’s a future prima donna, a bookworm, or a tomboy, this versatile pullover will fit right into her wardrobe. The sweater is worked bottom up, flat, and has a single seam up the back. The simple slip stitch cable pattern is straightforward and int...

This cowl uses a unique slip stitch cabling pattern on on a garter stitch background to create a complex geometric appearance and a very squishy and comfortable texture. While the cabling technique is a bit

This infinity scarf is so fun to knit up. It is comprised of several different two stitch repeats, making it an ideal 2nd/3rd project for the new knitter. It employs many of the stitch techniques used in more advanced patterns, without all the pressure of making a garment that’s going to fit. It’s a great knit for the more experienced knitter i...

The slow, even, ever-expanding curves of this stitch pattern are inspired by the steam wafting up from a fresh, hot cup of coffee. This cowl used a combination of increasing techniques, and changing needle sizes to achieve a slightly flared outer edge that drapes fashionably around the shoulders. New knitters will have the opportunity to see ho...

This infinity scarf combines simple and complex textures to create an elegant and unique accessory that will add a lot of interest to your wardrobe. New knitters will gain experience following a chart and using increasing and decreasing techniques to achieve a visual effect. Experienced knitters will find the charted instructions have a predict...

This basic drop sleeve hoodie, while very simple to knit up, will look anything but basic on your little one. The tight gauge and fiber content make it wonderfully durable and warm, so it will hold up to all the antics it’s sure to endure. This sweater just seemed to name itself when it was finished. The floppy hood, the orangey yellow yarn, th...

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This darling sweater is an interesting but quick knit. Most of the detail is found in a simple textured pattern on the yoke, while the arms and body are all simple stockinette. The style is feminine and functional, pairing well with any outfit, but also something you can quickly throw on your little one when going for a walk in spring or fall. ...

This fashionably funky cowl is a breeze to knit up, and with a simple twist you’ll take your knitted work from warm and pretty to downright adorable. It’s designed so that there is lots of thick warm fabric right around your neck for you to snuggle your chin down into without adding any bulk to your coat. The sample in the photography is knit u...

Got caught again this winter with an empty drawer of hand knit socks? At a gauge of 4 stitches to the inch, these attractive socks knit up in no time at all and could be a quick solution to your sock shortage. They’re super comfy and pair nicely with a wintry pair of clogs. Grab a nice winter lager, and cuddle up on a chilly evening enjoying th...

I’ve really wanted an elegant, drapy cardigan ever since I first saw them everywhere. When I clapped my eyes on Berroco Glint, the match was made. This is a wonderfully drapy yarn and the little bit of metallic gives it such an elegant look. It’s an incredibly versatile cardigan, that will add some spice to your wardrobe throughout the year. Th...

It’s all about the ruffles in this tank. Spring is my favorite time to shop. The fashion of this season is always so pretty and feminine. This tank with its dramatic and frilly collar will look delightful paired with tailored capris or a wispy skirt.

This sleeveless cardigan was designed give you a fashionable extra layer during those days that don’t seem as springy as they should. It is pictured above with a knitted tie, giving it a tailored and clean cut look. It can also be worn without the tie and secured with a simple shawl pin to create a more relaxed look.

This pattern was inspired by my mother. She loved to decorate with apples all over the house, all year-round. Then when Christmas would come and the tree and wreaths would get put up, the combination of her year round decorations and Christmas decorations would make the whole house suddenly explode with a warm Christmas-y feeling that as a kid ...