A simple stitch repeat and a bit of shaping give this shawl a lot of texture and a 3-D look. You will obtain a beautiful stitch definition if you opt for a solid or a lightly variegated yarn. Alternating yarn color with each repeat would be a great way to customize this pattern. Comfortable and squishy due to the nature of the stitches used in ...

Loulaki is the name of the blue powder used on the dome, roof and shutters of the famous whitewashed Greek homes of the Cyclades. The touch of blue I added to this project reminded me of Greece with this vibrant blue color.

Just in time for the weekend!!!

Here is a fun and unique shawl/scarf to work on while watching TV, staycationing, or relaxing on the beach!

Pi shawls inspired by the mathematic concept of the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter always make stunning pieces. They start with a few stitches worked from the center out with spaced out increases. This construction gives you the ability to work larger sections of beautiful lace or texture stitch patterns.

Pizca is a unique asymmetrical oversized scarf worked from side to side. It combines brioche, lace and textured stitches. You will switch from increases to a straight portion, and end up with a two-color brioche section and decreases. The movement of this piece is both vertical and horizontal around a shallow semi-circle shape, and has a trace ...

This baby blanket starts at the center with only a few foundation chains and is worked in a log cabin pattern. Give this project a sophisticated look using a neutral color, or let your artistic sense flow and play with colors to create your own masterpiece. Babies will love the feel of the bobbles under their little fingers.

Ligado means united or tied in Spanish. This throw was designed for a dear friend who got married and united to the love of her life.

This is the fourth and last pattern in my series of cable cowls. This cowl is worked flat with a picot cast-on, and is seamed when finished. Twisted stitches separate the three different cable patterns. The center cables give movement to this piece. A beautiful vine cable adorns both sides. This cowl can be worn as a hood, as well as a cowl. Th...

This is the third pattern in my series of 4 cable cowls. Fully reversible, the 99 cowl is worked in the round with an i-cord cast-on and bind-off. The two cable patterns are separated by a few stitches to bring out their beauty. Easy yet intricate looking, this piece can easily be done over a weekend.

This is the second pattern in my series of 4 cable cowls. This piece is worked sideways, straight, with both ends seamed at the end. I again chose an unusual border pattern for the top and bottom of this cowl. The center cable is surrounded by a twisted stitch and reverse stockinette on each side. This is a more advanced design with intricate c...

This is the first pattern in a series of 4 cable cowls. This piece is worked sideways, straight, with both ends seamed at the end. I chose an unusual ribbing pattern for the top and bottom of this cowl. There are two different cables, the center one being separated from the side cables by a twisted stitch on each side. This is a fairly easy des...

The Azuline shawl is a beautiful Tunisian crochet design worked from side to side. You can choose to make it as big as you want. I worked on this pattern using two balls of yarn and stopped increasing when I had just about used up the first ball. I then started the decreases.

The Azafrán shawl has a beautiful lacy open center. The unusual border is worked in a different color to make it stand out. The flower motifs and petals of the border and the flower pattern of the center tie this piece together. You will work the center first, then the slanted shell pattern is added, one side at a time. You may choose a cotton ...

The Arenzano shawl is a lacy spineless triangular piece adorned with an elegant border. From top to bottom, this shawl incorporates beautiful details of sophistication. This design would make a beautiful wedding shawl if worked in white or ivory. You can also choose a different color yarn just for the border. The lace yarn gives it a wonderful ...

The Transeo shawl combines lace and cables in a beautiful and elegant way. The scallop/shell cast on adds a different design element. The picot bind off with buttons allows you close it up as if knitted in the round so you can wear this piece as an eternity scarf or doubled as a cowl. Made with a cotton/linen blend, this accessory will be part ...

Anzolo is one of the many squares in Venice, Italy. There are also many glass blowers there, and the colors of this blanket reminds me of the beautiful colorful vases made there. You can have fun and make this baby blanket using one solid color, or you can start playing with colors. You can use a neutral background color and pick a bunch of dif...

This baby blanket is a perfect baby shower gift, the perfect size for a receiving blanket or stroller blanket. I created this design for a friend expecting her first child: a baby boy. The beautiful and intricate knot stitch around the border adds texture; it replaces a regular ribbing for the edges and is carried throughout the body of the bla...

The Scarlino shawl is simple, elegant, lacy, and has an multi-dimensional element. Worked from a center foundation single crochet chain to mirror the stitch pattern on each side, you will also add length by working on the short sides of this stole. It includes changing color even though you can choose to make it in only one.

Ventosa is a crescent shaped shawl that has you start with the border, then use short rows to complete its center. You will use chains, single crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, V stitches, picot stitches, and clusters.

This lacy yoga mat bag is worked in the round, from the bottom up, in one piece. It uses chains, slip stitches, single crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet.

The Equis shawl is a beautiful lace and textured stitch combination pattern. The center bobble-like stitch offsets the eyelets of the lace border, giving it a perfect balance. Both written instructions and charts are given. A twelve-row repeat for an elegant result with a twisted Latvian cast on and bind off give it a special touch.

Worked in a lacy stitch, this Tunisian crochet blanket is easy to make, easy to customize and sure to please. It will make a beautiful gift for any mother. From baby weight to worsted yarn, choose your color! I made it in a stroller size but the lacy stitch uses an even number of stitches and the blanket can easily be made bigger.

This crescent shape lace shawl comes in 3 sizes. The stitches used are fairly easy. The border is worked first, making this project a quick knit. Stitches are picked up on the side of the border to create its semi-circle body.

This lace pattern is not complicated yet will keep you interested enough due to the different stitches you will use. You will find both written instructions and charts. I apologize if the chart lines are not very dark. If you print the pattern, I would recommend setting your printer to dark, or using a copier for the charts only with a dark ink...

This cowl/eternity scarf is easy, quickly knitted yet elegant and versatile. Worn around the neck as a scarf or doubled as a comfy and warm cowl, this piece will add color and style to any outfit while keeping you warm.