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Knit in Barbara Walker’s “Zig Zag Checks” pattern (adapted for working in the round), the Compulsive Set designs can be hard to set aside! The patterning is made with elongated and slipped stitches, meaning only one color is used per round, and the effect is vibrant and fun in contrasting shades of yarn from The Plucky Knitter. The “wrong side” of the pieces has an interesting look of its own, too! You may find yourself speeding through the knitted background rows, to get to the fun of making another zig-zag.

Introductory Promo: Through the end of Monday, 4/12, the Grandiflora Hat & Mitts set and the individual patterns will be 25% off - no code needed. All proceeds from the sale period will go to Asian Americans Advancing Justice.

Purchase both the scarf and stole for the same price as a single pattern!

Purchase the Oakfield Cowl and Oakfield Mitts together at a discounted price!

Through the end of June 2022, you’ll receive a digital code for the hat/cowl set when you purchase the yarn at Marianated Yarns!

If you have purchased individual patterns and then later decide to buy the full set, your earlier purchases can be deducted from the collection price. This link should take you to an automatically adjusted shopping cart:

Set includes the DK-weight Zanna Shawl and fingering-weight Zanette Shawl. If you’ve already purchased one of those patterns, the other pattern will only be $1 at checkout (on that individual pattern page).

INTRODUCTORY PROMO: This and all my other patterns and ebooks are 25% off - no code needed - through the end of Tuesday, 12/24 (MST)!

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Marian (the dyer behind Marianated Yarns) and I share a love of pop culture and 80s kitsch. When she told me that she wanted to put together a colorway with the working title of “Ode to John Cusack,” I knew I wanted in. Together, we developed a mixed gradient set with both a strong callback to the 80s and a contemporary appeal — I love the vibr...

The unisex Riverwood Hat is part of the Woodland Walk Kit collaboration—a celebration with other Utah makers of the return of our local Great Basin Fiber Arts Fair. Beginning with a crisp twisted-rib brim, the design moves into a woodland-inspired texture pattern made from small cables, ending with elegant crown decreases. A new merino/silk/yak...

My Ukrainian friend Lyuda brought me the most thoughtful gift when she visited the U.S. in summer 2021 —a Russian-language Japanese stitch dictionary. She was a little incredulous when I assured her that yes, I could absolutely understand and use the book, as the charts and symbols were a universal language. To prove my point, I whipped up the ...

Order the yarn set for the Highlights Wrap at Marianated Yarns!

Introductory Promo -- Through the end of Sunday, 9/12 (PST), the Antha Wrap and all my other patterns/ebooks are 20% off, no code needed!

Introductory Promo: Through the end of Monday, 4/12, this pattern and the Grandiflora Hat & Mitts set will be 25% off - no code needed. All proceeds from the sale period will go to Asian Americans Advancing Justice.

Introductory Promo: Through the end of Monday, 4/12, this pattern and the Grandiflora Hat & Mitts set will be 25% off - no code needed. All proceeds from the sale period will go to Asian Americans Advancing Justice.

Marian (the dyer behind Marianated Yarns) and I share a love of pop culture and 80s kitsch. When she told me that she wanted to put together a colorway with the working title of “Ode to John Cusack,” I knew I wanted in. Together, we developed a mixed gradient set with both a strong callback to the 80s and a contemporary appeal — I love the vibr...

Find this exact yarn kit at www.marianatedyarns.com!

The Sunnydale Cowl has been one of my most popular patterns since its debut in 2017, and it’s now been re-envisioned as a DK-weight wrap! As in the cowl, a unique combination of dropped and elongated stitches allows even the most wildly colorful and variegated yarn to sing, especially in the bouncy, glossy Playtime DK base from Marianated Yarns...

The Oakfield Cowl combines two of my favorite design elements: plentiful cables and crisp twisted ribbing. Knit in lovely Merino DK from String Theory Hand Dyed Yarn, the cowl is knit top-down and ends in a gentle flare that sits nicely around the neck. Pair the cowl with the Oakfield Mitts for a matching set!

This pattern will be 25% off with code “giftalong2024” from Thursday, 11/21 at 5 pm EST to Wednesday, 11/27 at 11:59 pm EST.

Sweet bobble clusters are the highlight of the Vika Hat. Nestled inside cables, they create textural interest and whimsical appeal. A lovely merino/silk/yak blend yarn from Greenwood Fiberworks gives softness, sheen, and an elegant slouch. You might need to knit a Vika Hat in more than one color!

The DeMarco Cowl, a cousin to my Beryllium Shawl design, is more than a sum of its parts. Simple ribbing pairs with a rhythmic, intuitive slip-stitch pattern to capitalize on the beautiful colors of Marianated Yarns’ Jujubee DK Minis. With a flared base and generous height, it makes a warm and colorful winter cowl!

A pattern of slipped stitches makes simple cables pop against a colorful background in the Kimber Cowl, creating a fun knitting process and a vibrant result! Part of Marianated Yarns’ 2019 Christmas and Hanukkah kits, the cowl is worked flat from end to end and then joined with sewn-on buttons. The superwash merino yarn base (shown in a brand n...

The Garrity Cowl, designed for the 2019 Malabrigo Quickies program, uses elongated stitches to create an interesting surface texture. As a bonus, the cowl is completely reversible—the wrong side has a basketweave appearance. Chunky, single-ply Mecha takes Malabrigo Yarn’s signature colorways beautifully and creates a thick fabric which can be t...

The Oakfield Mitts combine several of my favorite elements: cables, the color green, and crisp twisted ribbing (which is not only decorative—it adds “grip” and durability on the palms). Knit in Merino DK from String Theory Hand Dyed Yarn, the mitts have a snug, stretchy fit and can be knit with either short or long cuffs. Keep an eye out for th...

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Sadie’s Shawl, named for a mascot of Texas yarn shop The Sated Sheep, was created in celebration of The Best Little Yarn Crawl in Texas 2019. Shown both in a luxurious wool/silk blend from Fyberspates and a soft MCN from Marianated Yarns, its simple elements of stockinette and garter combine with a clever lace pattern to make a lovely shawl. A ...

Hunterdon County is the home of the NJ Sheep and Fiber Festival which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. Held in simple open barns among green pastures and hills, the show combines the charms of enthusiastic 4-H kids, heritage sheep breeds, and rows of vendors selling beautiful handmade products.

The Tessa Cowl is a one-skein project with an intuitive process and a lovely result. Elegant lacy insets in the cowl’s base hint at spring weather and allow it to sit beautifully around the neck. The cables shine with the superb stitch definition of Hole in the Wool’s Plenty DK, while the yarn’s merino content adds softness and drape. This patt...

The Arcade Shawl pairs a delightfully speckled skein with a high-contrast tonal to create an Art Deco effect reminiscent of stained glass. I’m also reminded of an old-fashioned shopping arcade, where colorful and enticing treasures peek out from behind a line of shop windows. Knit in a lovely, heavy fingering weight from Greenwood Fiberworks, t...

Designed for Marianated Yarns’ Knitmas 2018 Kits, the Beryllium Shawl begins with just two stitches and increases into an asymmetrical triangle shape. Slip-stitch patterning is used for eye-catching stripes of color, as shown here in a gorgeous new interstellar gradient, Galaxy Quest (hence the pattern title—we’re both fans of the iconic 1999 m...

Designed for Marianated Yarns’ Knitmas 2018 Kits, the Quincy Poncho features an eye-catching cable and subtle color shift in three gradient shades of Scrumptious HT. The knitting begins with a ribbed cowl neckline, then increases along either side of the cable to create an asymmetric shape — the result is lightweight warmth with an elegant silh...

Designed for the Malabrigo Quickies pattern program, the unisex Carrasco Cowl uses knits, purls, and slipped stitches to create a simple texture that works with both the muted tonal and signature variegated hues of Malabrigo Yarn’s sportweight Arroyo yarn. A subtle flare built into the cowl base helps it sit nicely around the neck, and an optio...

Designed for the Malabrigo Quickies pattern program, the unisex Carrasco Mitts use knits, purls, and slipped stitches to create a simple texture that works with both the muted tonal and signature variegated hues of Malabrigo Yarn’s sportweight Arroyo yarn. The pattern extends all the way around the mitts, and an optional button detail creates a...

Knit as a top-down triangle, the Ryrie Shawl pairs stockinette and simple eyelet panels with a pretty lace border for a timeless and elegant shawl. Lovely Indulgence from Greenwood Fiberworks definitely lives up to its name in its fiber content - the addition of cashmere and silk makes for a wonderful knitting experience and helps the shawl blo...

As the daughter of a farmer, I’ve been told (by said farmer) that I should hate the blue mustard (or “crossflower”) weed. But I can’t help it — its tiny purple blooms and distinctive smell instantly remind me of childhood. Delicate lace patterning and a subtle purple hue bring this memory further to life in the Crossflower Shawl, created for Po...

The Westing Cowl combines a variety of constructions and stitch patterns to make a high-impact accessory. It begins as a ribbed cowl worked in the round and then uses short rows to build the bandana neckline for an eye-catching lace panel. Sublime DK from Black Trillium Fibres works perfectly in the design, lending softness, drape and superb st...

This pattern will be 25% off with code “giftalong2024” from Thursday, 11/21 at 5 pm EST to Wednesday, 11/27 at 11:59 pm EST.

I cast on the Pero Shawl during the 2018 Winter Olympic Games intending to design a piece with a bold and graphic feel — something that would keep me engaged, but which would also be easy enough to work while gasping, cheering, and cringing along with the events. The shawl relies on a beautifully hued mini-skein set from Marianated Yarns and ba...

With its rich (but simply-worked!) cables, the bulky-weight Finnegan Scarf makes an eye-catching stashbuster in multiple colors or an equally striking accessory in a single tone. Use another skein to make the coordinating Finnegan Hat — scarf leftovers can be used for a contrast pom-pom. In luxurious SNUG yarn from The Plucky Knitter, they make...

Using just one skein of bulky-weight yarn (plus a little more for a pom-pom), the Finnegan Hat is a quick and easy complement to the Finnegan Scarf. In luxurious SNUG yarn from The Plucky Knitter, it makes a decadent head cover for winter’s coldest months!

Parley’s Canyon is the winding mountain pass that leads from Salt Lake City up to the mining-turned-ski town of Park City, Utah — home of the Sundance Film Festival, the alpine events of the 2002 Winter Olympics, and the local yarn store Wasatch & Wool. This namesake cowl, designed for a multicolored DK-weight Jujubees Six Pack from Mariana...

Relive the magic of Narnia with this lusciously cabled hat and mitt set designed by Katy Carroll especially for Little Skein.

Relive the magic of Narnia with this lusciously cabled hat and mitt set designed by Katy Carroll especially for Little Skein.

The Sunnydale Cowl is a practical accessory for chilly, late-night graveyard strolls, when your hands might be otherwise occupied with stakes and crossbows. Originally designed for the Yarnover Truck Yarn Club’s “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” shipment, the pattern shines in even the most wildly variegated colorways. A unique combination of dropped ...

I used two skeins of Marianated Yarns’ Scrumptious HT base for my shawl -- if you’d like to do the same, she’s got some GORGEOUS COLORS to choose from!

Though I live in an arid, land-locked state, I’ve joked that a past life as a fisherman in Coastal Maine must account for my love of cables. For that reason, it was a treat to knit this lushly cabled poncho in a beautiful yarn from a Maine dyer, in a colorway inspired by the Atlantic. Though the fabric looks complex, the pattern is intuitive an...

The Blye Shawl is a DK-weight shawl adaptation of my bulkyweight Blye Bandana Cowl — I loved the juxtaposition of graphic stripes and delicate lace too much to let it go just yet! The pattern provides a background for unlimited color combinations — striking to subdued — and three skeins of lovely Silky Sheep from Greenwood Fiberworks give it a ...

Cashmere Delight from Greenwood Fiberworks created the most beautifully light and floaty fabric for this shawl. If you’re interested, Carolyn has a multitude of colors in stock HERE.

ZANNA SHAWLS PROMO -- If you’ve already purchased the fingering-weight Zanette Shawl, that purchase will be deducted upon checkout of the Zanna Shawl from the bundled price ($6.50). If you want both shawls and have not yet purchased either, I suggest purchasing the Zanna Shawls Set ebook.

To purchase this pattern with the DK-weight Blye Shawl, choose the ebook option at right!

The Kelland Wrap pairs a smoothly shifting gradient with a high-contrast solid to make a visually striking piece. Its repeating, easily memorized elements of texture and lace make it an engaging and relaxing knit — you’ll find yourself always wanting to work through “just one more color!”

Created for Yarnbox’s February 2017 Classic Box, the Yeseria Shawl is designed to use up two skeins of lovely sportweight yarn from Miss Babs. The knitting begins with just three stitches and then progresses upward through bands of graceful, lacy arabesques (based on a style of plaster carving—yeseria—found in Spain and Northern Africa). An ele...

These charming fingerless mitts bring to life one of Fraulein Maria’s favorite treats: crisp apple strudel. An off-kilter cable echoes overlapping layers of flaky pastry, and twisted ribbing gives a nod to traditional Bavarian stitch patterns. The cable is made solely of 3x3 right and left crosses, but the final effect is much more complex and ...

Thick, twisty cables meander along the generously-sized McIntosh Scarf, a welcome accessory in the chill of late November. The scarf knits up quickly in K2, a soft, squishy bulky weight yarn from Miss Babs Hand Dyed Yarns. For extra speed, try knitting the cables without a cable needle! In the colorway Corset, it evokes dusky red apples, changi...

This asymmetrical shawl pairs simple garter stitch with visually interesting textured bands to show off two or more colors of Magpie Fiber’s lovely Swanky DK base. Beginning with just one stitch, the pattern is designed to use almost every last bit of yarn. Any extra yarn can be easily used for an additional stripe or two at the end.

9/10/20 - Pattern has been updated with a DK-weight option! To celebrate, the Cooperish Cowl will be 50% off - no code needed - through the end of Saturday, 9/12 (MST).

The Plummy Mitts are a perfect match for SpaceCadet’s Lyra yarn, a round, bouncy sportweight that cables like a dream. The mitts knits up quickly using less than one skein, and the cablework will keep you entertained from beginning to end. Three sizes are provided for optimal fit, and the cables are mirrored on the backs and palms of both mitts...

The Plummy Cowl is a perfect match for SpaceCadet’s Lyra yarn, a round, bouncy sportweight that cables like a dream. The cowl knits up quickly using less than one skein, and the cablework will keep you entertained until the end. A gentle flare at the base provides extra coverage and a refined fit. Pair it with the Plummy Mitts for a matching set!

To purchase the Lucienne Stole along with the sportweight Lucienne Scarf pattern -- at NO increase in price -- be sure to select the ebook option at right.

When I received these two skeins of Ava, Anzula’s beautiful new sportweight blend, I knew the vibrant yellow color called for something airy, sunny, and spring-like. With a touch of lace, a little bit of cabling, and a handful of dropped stitches, the Lucienne Scarf achieves just that. Ava is wonderfully soft, but it also has body and bounce, m...

This design is a nod to my childhood in Southeastern Idaho, where the Snake River winds and twines around fields of wheat and potatoes, and lines of sprinkler pipe stretch out as far as the eye can see. I can’t say I miss driving tractors, but the smells of sagebrush and WD-40 bring it all back again!

The Mullioned Cowl, knit in The Plucky Knitter’s Scholar 2.0, presents another backdrop for color fun. The patterning is made with slipped stitches, so only one color is used per round. The stashbusting potential is excellent — each stripe of color only takes a handful of yards, so use up those precious scraps of hand-dyed yarn! I used five bac...

The Mullioned Hat, also knit in The Plucky Knitter’s Scholar 2.0, rounds out the collection of Tardis-adjacent designs. The patterning is made with slipped stitches, so only one color is used per round. The stashbusting potential is excellent — each stripe of color only takes a handful of yards, so use up those precious scraps of hand-dyed yarn...

The color possibilities are limitless with the Mullioned Scarf, a cozy accessory knit in The Plucky Knitter’s Scholar 2.0. The patterning is made with slipped stitches, so only one color is used per round, and watching the windowpanes take shape is great fun. I cycled through five background colors in the sample scarf, but feel free to use any ...

A DK-weight addition to The Virescent Collection, the Mallory Mitts are a Stitches West 2016 show release for Western Sky Knits, as well as a bonus pattern for purchasers of the full collection! Knit in luxurious Magnolia DK, the mitts are available in two sizes. A large, leafy cable motif runs down the back of the hand, and cabled ribbing on t...

Pamper your hands all winter in the Aubrey Mittens, knit in Anzula Luxury Fiber’s lovely For Better or Worsted yarn. Available in three sizes, the mittens are a perfect showcase for the large, leafy cable motif that runs down the back of the hand. Most of the cables can be easily worked without a cable needle, and the mittens can be combined wi...

Knit in Barbara Walker’s “Zig Zag Checks” pattern (adapted for working in the round), the Compulsive Loop has an intriguing look on both sides of the fabric! The patterning is made with elongated and slipped stitches, meaning only one color is used per round, and the resulting long loop is thick and warm in two shades of The Plucky Knitter’s Bu...

The Compulsive Cowl can be hard to set aside! The zig-zag patterning is made with elongated and slipped stitches, meaning only one color is used per round, and the effect is striking in two vibrant shades of Marianated Yarns Playtime DK. The “wrong side” has an interesting look of its own, too! You may find yourself speeding through the knitted...

A fingering weight hat like the Sandrine Slouch is so very nice for the transitional months of spring and fall, as well as for indoors during wintertime. A tactile delight to knit and wear in Intrepid Tulips Cashmere Silk, you’ll never want to take it off. Most of the cables in the hat can be easily worked without a cable needle, and Sandrine c...

Knit in lovely, lightweight yarn from Marianated Yarns, the Kacia Shawl features a cabled central panel with simple garter stitch on either side. The cables take on an entirely different look when seen upside down, and the garter stitch is wonderful for showing off the nuances of color in a hand-dyed yarn! Most of the cables can be easily worke...

With a pretty interplay of cables and lace, Patrizia can be knit in two styles -- a short cowl worn close to the neck, or a long loop that can be double-wrapped. Either way, it provides warmth and style in a cozy merino such as Marianated Yarns’ Playtime Worsted. The stitch pattern also creates gently scalloping borders which are brought out in...

Exceedingly snuggly in Malabrigo Yarn’s Chunky, the Leticia Cowl provides generous coverage and warmth without being constrictive. Break out those large, eye-catching buttons that you’ve been saving for just the right project!

Squishy from Anzula is aptly named — soft and luxurious, it begs to be worn around the neck. This tall cowl has a gentle flare at the base to ensure nice coverage around the neck, and it can be worn either slouched down or folded inside itself. Most of the cables can be easily worked without a cable needle, and Danica can be combined with any o...

This strong, botanically-inspired cable motif lends itself wonderfully to hat construction, creating tapering leaf tips as you reach the crown! Shelby can be knit either as a close-fitting beanie, or with another repeat added to make a slouch, with extra coziness from Marianated Yarns’ Playtime Worsted superwash merino. Most of the cables in th...

I love fingerless mitts for their versatility in cooler weather, especially when they’re beautiful as well as functional! The Lisanne Mitts feature a bold cable motif, cabled ribbing on the palms for additional stretch, and an elegant thumb gusset. In The Plucky Knitter’s luxurious Primo Sport, you’ll never want to take them off. Most of the ca...

Linnea was the first piece created for this collection — I was taken with the plush, organic look of the large cable, and became curious to see how it would work in different types of accessories and varying yarn weights. With a gentle flare around the base, this cowl is both cozy and practical in Marianated Yarn’s soft Playtime Worsted. Most o...

No knitted accessory says “winter” more clearly to me than a thick, lushly-cabled scarf. The Plucky Knitter’s Traveler Aran — a sumptuous blend of fine fibers — simply glows in the Leandra Scarf, providing softness, warmth, and beautiful stitch definition. Most of these cables can be easily worked without a cable needle, and Leandra can be comb...

From deep, murky teal to the palest icy blue, this luxury gradient set from Marianated Yarns can’t help but bring all things aquatic to mind. The stole begins with a deceptively simple pattern of flowing lace, followed by slightly more challenging rows of dimensional “knots” that evoke fishermen’s ropes, or perhaps strings of pearls. The stitch...

In 2014, I had the opportunity to visit Imperial Stock Ranch and meet its owners, Dan and Jeanne Carver. Dan is the quieter of the pair — a rancher with an environmentalist’s heart — while Jeanne is a firecracker with boundless energy. Together with family and staff, they put an astounding amount of hard work into nourishing their animals and l...

The stitch pattern for this tall, slouchy cowl has the unimaginative name of “pair of leaves”, but my eyes see honeybees! A vibrant color, a touch of mesh lace, and a sprinkling of pretty beads help to complete the whimsical picture. The loose style works great for transitional seasons, when you want to wear your knitting but don’t need the bul...

I knit with wool year-round, but as we ease into spring and summer, my pattern interests change. I look for projects that I can easily tote around and work on while outside at a park, or when visiting with friends — things that keep my interest, but don’t demand intense concentration. And thus, the Emmeline Wrap…

In celebrating my recent 10-year “knittiversary,” I was struck by how interwoven knitting has become with my life. When I look over my past projects, I immediately recall road trips with family, yarn quests with friends, television series I compulsively knit my way through, soccer practices without end…

This thick, squishy neckwarmer was created for a LYS class on Beginning Cables. It is an easy and enjoyable and introduction to cabling, as well as a quick knit for a more experienced knitter!