Tian Connaughton

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eBook : 2 patterns

Forever Yellow Skies is a crochet collection of two (2) patterns using less than 700 yds of a Wool/Alpaca blend worsted weight yarn. Sample used appx. 3 skeins of Creative Focus Worsted. The patterns are quick and easy, perfect for all skill levels beyond the beginner.

eBook : 2 patterns

The Milam Gap Set is a 2 pattern collection which includes a boatneck sweater and a pair of mittens, all using a fun, interwoven cable stitch pattern. Patterns are available written and charted.

eBook : 4 patterns

Vacation Knits - Vol 1: Summers In New England (Shawls) is a collection of 4 shawl patterns (mostly shawlettes) you will want to make. Each pattern uses 400 yards or less of your favorite fingering weight yarn.

eBook : 4 patterns

A 4-pattern collection ranging in difficulty and yarn weight, perfect for knitting while you’re out and about this summer.

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Crochet: Tee
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Crochet: Cardigan
This quick and easy cardigan is worked from sleeve to sleeve sideways. The wide collar adds an extra element to a simple construction. It’s a perfect piece to slip on for any occasion.
Knitting: Cardigan
This fun-to-knit cardigan worked sideways to highlight and celebrate the changes in a color-shifting yarn.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Galang! (Jamaican Patwah for “Go away”) show you what a shawl can be, regardless of the weight and construction of the yarn. This top-down triangle knit includes instruction for two soothing and meditative stitch options. The design features a lace section, giving it enough detailing to be interesting while feeling familiar. As the name of the ...
Crochet: Cowl, Scarf
Kewda is the perfect cowl to wear every day and to practice new crochet stitches. A fun and engaging pattern for an experienced crocheter and to level up your skills for a beginner. Make, throw on, and go!
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
EYELET OMBRE is a variation on the DUBLIN AND DOVE shawl. Eyelet Ombre is a triangle shape shawl, worked from the top down combining plain DC rows with EYELET rows. The shawl is easy to modify to make bigger or smaller. Simply work in the establish pattern until you run out of yarn.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
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Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
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Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
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Crochet: Vest
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Crochet: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
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Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
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Knitting: Afghan block
This pattern is part of the Traveling Knit Afghan 2021
Crochet: Scarf
Jaelynn is a wide scarf that can be worn as a shawl depending on your style. This is a great and easy pattern to play with different yarn. So if you’ve been saving a special yarn for just the right project, it’s time to take it out of your stash! This pattern truly lets the yarn shine.
Crochet: Tee
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Crochet: Cowl
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Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
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Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Tee
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Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Crocheting and designing can be very personal acts. Simply using a hook and string, and your hands, and tapping into your history, beauty can be made. Stories told. Heritage explored.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Orchid Path Shawl is a simple, yet beautiful sideways shawl worked in bright colors. The shawl is reminiscent of the variety of koi carp found as you meander along the pathways and over bridges of the botanical gardens at Konoko Falls. Enjoy nature with this shawl.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This shawl is a nod to the cascades of the Konoko Falls. Test your strength and endurance as you climb the falls to the top where you overlook the clear blue sea. As you crochet, “get lost in a time to remember”.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Whenever traveling, I love finding those special and out of the way spots that just takes your breath away. Frome, a small village, located on the west coast of Jamaica, is one of those spots.
Knitting: Cowl
Whenever traveling, I love finding those special and out of the way spots that just takes your breath away. Frome, a small village, located on the west coast of Jamaica, is one of those spots.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Pullover
Quansoo Preserves, along the southern coast of Martha’s Vineyard, is the inspiration for this pullover. Martha’s Vineyard is beautiful in summer, but I prefer the slower pace of Autumn, with chilly walks along scenic vistas in a cozy handmade pullover. This cozy comfy pullover you’ll grab for every time for all your outdoor activities.
Crochet: Cowl, Shawl / Wrap
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Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
These are a great first cable project. Simple twist makes a big impact on these fast to work up fingerless mitts.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Play with texture in this super fun and easy to crochet hat.
Knitting: Pullover
Turn simple cables into a striking focal point on this classic silhouette. Worn with a lot of positive ease, this oversized pullover is sure to become a favorite wardrobe staple.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves, Beanie, Toque
Valley Yarns Designer Series presents Arctotis, a hat and fingerless mitts with fun textured cable motif that you’ll love making and wearing. Both pieces of Arctotis are knit in Amherst in the round from the bottom up. The fitted hat and fingerless mitts are quick to create as gifts or to keep for yourself! Valley Yarns Amherst is a smooth wors...
Knitting: Cowl, Beanie, Toque
Valley Yarns Designer Series presents Adenium, a matching hat-and-cowl set that’s perfect for keeping you warm all winter long. Knit using Amherst, a twisting pretzel-like cable, combined with garter stitch, creates the focal point of this set. Adenium makes excellent gifts for all your favorite people! The cowl is knit flat, and the short ends...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Every crocheter knows that their craft is addictive, but this Repartee Shawl crochet kit takes it to the next level. With a playful, easy-to-remember stitch pattern and very little finishing, this sweet and colorful asymmetric shawl knits up in no time. Just fasten the final stitch, weave in the ends, and it’s ready to wear.
Knitting: Poncho
Valley Yarns Designer Series presents Weekender, a cozy accessory to add to your wardrobe, one that you’ll want to keep handy for those chilly autumn days using Wachusett. Knit flat with fun cable panel, and stitches are then picked up along one side edge of the cable panel and worked even in stockinette stitch.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top, Vest
A lightweight layering vest with fun lace detail at the back adds an element of surprise. An intriguing lace panel grows up the racer back while the front focuses on clean lines that drape and swing.
Knitting: Cowl
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Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
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Knitting: Cowl
Snuggle up with this squishy neck warmer. The simple knit-and-purl chevron pattern lets the beauty of the gradient yarn shine. Alternating two skeins of the same yarn maintains the gradient while extending the length of the cowl.
Crochet: Cardigan
November 2022 - I’m currently working to expand the size range for this pattern
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Family Spring Break vacation to Hawaii Big Island. What could be better?
Crochet: Cowl
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Crochet: Cowl
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Crochet: Cowl
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Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This crescent shaped shawl begins with a variegated yarn for the body, then transitions into a gradient yarn, making good use of color changes with details like a picot edge and lace border. Worked top down, it’s accessible for advanced beginners or intermediate crocheters.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Linstead Shawl is a crescent shawl worked in fingering gradient yarn. The shawl has a simple stitch pattern with a mesh detail at the edge. It is a stylish piece to transition from winter to spring and back again!
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves, Beret, Tam, Beanie, Toque
The Gradient Cluster Set takes full advantage of the beauty of gradient yarns. This hat and mitt set is super cute and quick to work. Constructed using simple stitches, the gradient yarn takes center stage.
Knitting: Cape
Take the pressure off mixing colors. Choosing colors should be fun and stress free. Now you can play with colors using your favorite gradient yarn without the fear of messing up combining 2 or more colors. Let the yarn take center stage as you work this simple pattern.
Crochet: Pullover
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Crochet: Bag - Other
Take this classic motif and bag style and make it modern and fresh with these fun and bright colors. It’s the perfect summer bag for all of your adventures.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Quechee Shawl is the fourth and last of a 4-pattern collection, Vacation Knits - Vol 2: Summers Out and About.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Arisaema Shawl is the third of a 4-pattern collection, Vacation Knits - Vol 2: Summers Out and About.
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves, Cloche Hat
Freshly Picked was created in collaboration with Yarn Indulgences for Yarn Crush July 2017 box.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Mescal Shawl is the second of a 4-pattern collection, Vacation Knits - Vol 2: Summers Out and About.
Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Step into warmer weather with these lacy and airy socks. These are perfect to make for yourself or as a gift for someone who loves playful colors and bold design.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
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Knitting: Cowl
Halasana is an advanced yoga pose that is simple to practice and that strengthens and rejuvenates.
Crochet: Cowl
Pattern Info/Description: I love the look of gradient yarns, but want to make own color combinations. This Lace Gradient Cowl is created your own gradient by combining shades of the same color family to make this fun lace cowl.
Crochet: Cardigan
Turn heads with this stylish and chic sweater. It is one of those sweaters that looks complicated but is fun to make and wear. This will be a staple go-to piece in every wardrobe.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Shades of gray remind us of winter woods and meadows in between. This beanie has a lovely texture for added warmth.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Warm up the men in your life with the Peddock Island Beanie. Inspired by one of the largest islands in Boston Harbor, this all-over cable beanie is cozy to wear and fun to make. Take a day trip out on the harbor.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Ansonia Shawl is the first of a 4-pattern collection, Vacation Knits - Vol 2: Summers Out and About.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Wrap yourself up in this beautiful and elegant shawl, whether you’re cozying up on the couch with a good book or dressing up a simple t-shirt and jeans for a night out. The Astral Shawl is a versatile additional to any wardrobe.
Crochet: Cowl
Stay warm in this fun and stylish cowl. One side of this cowl has dots that remind us of pumpkins and the other side of ridges reminiscent of harvested fields. Combine two simple stitch patterns to create this interestingly textured cowl.
Knitting: Vest
Whether you’re off for a run or just running errands, the In Motion Vest will keep you comfortable and warm. You can even add a bit of flair with colorful novelty buttons! The vest is worked in pieces from the bottom up.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves, Beanie, Toque
This colorful and comfortable accessory set is perfect for cool weather activities. Lined with a contrasting color in fingering weight yarn, the hat will keep you warm and toasty, while the fingerless mitts can be worn all the way up the forearm or folded down inside the cuff as you warm up.
Crochet: Cowl
Dress up your summer outfit with this fun cowl. The Dakota Cowl is worked in a light weight yarn in bright colors perfect for your bright adventure.
Knitting: Scarf
Reminiscent of mossy tide pools and pretty ocean colors, this lace scarf is perfect for warm weather. Wear this scarf to Sunday brunch with the girls or a summer night out.
Knitting: Cowl
The Anthemis Cowl is light as air and soft as can be. Knit with Valley Yarns Hatfield, a 100% baby alpaca lace weight yarn, this cowl is worked in the round from the bottom up. Choose three of Hatfield’s subtly heathered shades for a soft transition from dark to light.
Knitting: Pillow / Cushion
This simple striped pillow will add a pop of color to any home, whether you lean towards Southwestern decor or love the lodge look. Contrasting I-cord edging gives the Southwest Pillow a polished feel.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
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Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Keora Shawl is the perfect piece to transition from warm to cold and back again. Dress up a plain white t-shirt for the summer picnic or layer under your winter coat for extra warmth.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
The Blackberry Sorbetto Shawl, a chevron edged shawl, is a perfect piece for warm weather, whether to wear over a little black dress for a wedding or a garden party.
Crochet: Laptop
Help the men in your life protect their tablets. Worked in a washable fiber makes the case easy to clean. The flap and tab is added to keep the tablet secure.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
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Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Leymus Shawl is an exclusive club design for the July 2016 Yarnbox.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
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Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Wrap yourself is this beautiful and geometric stole. The Blueberry Lace Wrap is the perfect accessory to take you from day to evening and from work to Sunday brunch.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
Add a bright color and texture to baby’s nursery with this lovely blanket. Daisy Lace Baby Blanket is a lace and cables blanket that is perfect for your warm-weather bundle.
Knitting: Scarf
Punch up your wardrobe with this light and airy scarf. The Sunshine Lace Scarf combines vertical lines and an open lacy pattern to create this perfect accessory you will want to wear every day.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Keep the chill off your shoulders in gorgeous style with the delicate and dreamy Lennox Shawl. The comfortable crescent shape is worked from the bottom up, with intricate lace transitioning into a simple stockinette stitch.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Sock yarns form a beautiful arc in this triangular wrap. Solid-color bands in stockinette give way to openwork strip s in a bright multicolor yarn. A picot bind-off decorates the edge with tiny scallops.
Knitting: Cowl
Maybe you remember learning about Pi (3.14159) in school and have a vague recollection of how it applies to real life situations. No, me neither. If you are more like me, maybe you are more familiar with Pi Day, March 14th (3.14) where you focus on eating pies.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Sunny yellow accessories brighten up even the gloomiest day. A delicate yarn zigs and zags through a simple lace pattern. Make the scarf in a jiffy or widen this delightful stitch pattern into a stole.
Crochet: Scarf, Cowl, Fingerless Gloves
Looking for a fun and simple cowl and fingerless mitts set that works up super fast? The Halpins Cowl & Fingerless Mitts Set is perfect to make for yourself or to give as a gift. Sometimes, simple is just so beautiful!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
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Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Want to have a wide range of knit hats patterns in your back pocket that you can use for ALL your gift-giving opportunities? You want to be able to just be able to substitute stitches and change the look of the hat?
Crochet: Scarf, Beanie, Toque
Beginner Cable Hat and Scarf Set
Crochet: Cowl
The 2-Color Sampler Cowl is the perfect piece for using up leftover bits of yarn from previous projects. Or, maybe you have a few single skeins of luxury yarns or precious handspun. Try your hands at new and interesting crochet stitches on a small project and use up those scraps, while at the same time mixing different stitch patterns to make t...
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Moontide is an A-line tunic length tank top. It is a simple, yet fun top to knit which allows the yarn to shine. This is the perfect light weight top for warm weather. Dress it up or down, for work or play, this delicate piece is versatile enough to handle it all.
Crochet: Cowl
Sometimes you just need a little something to jazz up a simple white tee and jeans as the weather warms. It might not feel quite like spring yet, but you know its coming and you want to can carry a bit of the spring blooms you know are coming with you.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
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Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
What would your girl friends say if you wore the Crescent Lace Shawl to brunch? This shawl is the perfect, delicate accent to add to your spring time wardrobe.
Crochet: Cowl
An effortless and elegant, this lacy cowl is light and airy. This is the perfect piece to transition to warmer weather.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
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Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
The Harwinton Easy Lace Boomerang is a fast, easy, and addicting asymmetric crochet shawl worked sideways in an all-over lace 2-row pattern and finished with a picot edge. A perfect accessory for warmer weather.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Willington, a simple raglan style shawl, is a fun and easy to work shawl that sits nicely on the shoulders and is perfect to take along. I love working super complex patterns, but when I am at a meeting or at one of my son’s practice, I want something that I can just knit on without a chart or lengthy instructions.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Candeo, Latin for sparkle, uses a single skein of beautiful glittery sock weight yarn.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
The Easy Boomerang is a fast, easy, and addicting shawl. Use any weight and quantity of yarn in your stash. Just work in pattern, 2-row repeats, until you run out of yarn. The sample photographed uses a single skein of 100g sport weight yarn.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Tarleton Shawl is a top-down shawl worked in three pie-shaped sections which helps the shawl sit nicely on the shoulders. Inspired by many long, family road trips in the car, I wanted to create a fun yet simple shawl that could be put down and picked up quickly and easily without fuss. The detailed edging adds a bit of interest that will ke...
Knitting: Mittens
The Milam Gap Mittens are a fun mittens that are quick to work up and provide enough interest to keep you knitting just one more round. Inspired by my Milam Gap Boatneck Sweater, these cables with this yarn was just the perfect combination.
Knitting: Cowl
Even the simple knit and purl stitch worked in the round can create a textured cowl which appears complex. The Brickstone Cowl is a fun and luxurious piece to knit using a single skein of decadent yarn.
Knitting: Cowl, Beanie, Toque
Want a hat and cowl set with lots of texture to keep you warm through the “Polar Vortex” this is it.
Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Okemo Shawlette, the fourth of the Vacation Knits - Vol 1: Summers In New England collection, is inspired by a recent drive up to Vermont which brought us through the town of Ludlow, home of Okemo Mountain Resort.
Crochet: Tee
The Serin Tee is a light and airy filet pattern pullover top with a drapey neckline perfect for warm weather.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Sunapee Shawl, the third installment of the Vacation Knits - Vol 1: Summers In New England collection, is inspired by the breathtaking scenery of the Lake Sunapee Region of New Hampshire.
Crochet: Scarf, Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Aquinnah Cliffs Shawlette is the second of the Vacation Knits - Vol 1: Summers In New England collection. There are very few places that can compare to the breathtaking splendor of the Aquinnah Cliffs located on Martha’s Vineyard.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Every Fall the girls take off to Ogunquit, Maine to relax, leaving the guys at home to fend for themselves. This shawl is inspired by strolls along the scenic seaside pathways of the Marginal Way. The shawl is super fun and the edging is easy to remember; making it the perfect project to take along.
Knitting: Cowl
How many times have you left a yarn store with single skeins of worsted weight. Sure the yarn is beautiful, but what will you do with that very special (less than 200 yards) skein of yarn?
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Mashpee Shawlette is the first of the Vacation Knits - Vol 1: Summers In New England collection.
Knitting: Cardigan
Fayston Cardigan is a bottom-up cardigan worked in pieces with the back 2” longer than the fronts. The front of the cardigan is worked in stockinette stitch with a 1x1 rib edging. The lower back begins with a fun lace pattern in a lighter weight yarn. The lace portion ends with a slight curve created using short-rows, and then transitions to a ...
Crochet: Cowl
An effortlessly beautiful stitch pattern produces the light fabric for this gorgeous cowl. The smart design creates an interesting diamond effect for a classic look that will stand the test of time. Treat yourself to some beautiful yarn and crochet this easy and versatile accessory you’ll wear with pride.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Worked from the bottom up, Mendon is a unique colorwork shawl that combines the shifting colors of Chroma with a solid color yarn to create a bold and vibrant design. The shawl begins with a corrugated rib edge and then works its way into the colorwork patterning. Finally, there are short-rows worked with stripes to blend the colors while shapi...
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
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Crochet: Cowl
Seneca is a simple and lightweight infinity cowl that is perfectly suited as your go-to layering accessory for brisk autumn nights and chilly winter days. Adorned with a two color design, the Seneca Cowl is available in two versatile sizes – as a long and a short version. The cowl is worked seamlessly in one piece and in the round, while the bo...
Knitting: Cowl
An ideal stitch pattern for varigated yarns; looks great in a solid too.
Crochet: Wristlet
A fun play on color blocking, the Weir Zipper Pouch is just the thing to store small essentials and keep them at your side. The pouch is made up of three crochet mitered squares on the front and back sides. Both sides of the pouch are worked in the same way while altering the color sequence. The first square is the biggest square on each side....
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Spice up a basic hat pattern by crocheting it with three coordinating hues. The color variation adds interest, while the classic fitted shape ensures you will wear it for years to come. Simple and cozy, this hat will easily become a staple in your winter wardrobe.
Crochet: Cardigan
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Knitting: Cardigan
Middleton is an asymmetrical short sleeve top-down raglan cardigan. The knitted-on high collar, button closure, and knit-in pockets gives the cardigan a fun and casual feel.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Designed by Tian Connaughton for Hampden Hills Alpacas.
Crochet: Cowl
Quickly crochet a cozy cowl with soft heathered yarn and decorative crossed stitches. Keep warm as the temperatures cool with this simple accessory.
Knitting: Pullover
Phoenix is a long sleeve bottom-up cowl neck sweater that shows off large stripes of color. Worked in the round with waist shaping, the stitches are picked-up for the sleeves and worked in the round with short-rows used to shape the sleeve caps. The long sleeves are finished with 4-5” in rib for a snug fit in a contrasting color. For the collar...
Crochet: Mittens, Fingerless Gloves
One pattern. Two options. You choose.
Knitting: Cardigan
“This cardigan is a cozy, fitted sweater with lots of cable details on the back and fronts. The pattern is a wonderful way to stretch your knitting skills as the cable details are worked on both the right and wrong sides of the work.”
Knitting: Cardigan
Hermione Granger was the inspiration for this design. She may be Muggle-born, but she’s also the cleverest witch her age. Her cleverness and strength make her a favorite. The Mudblood Cardigan is inspired by her fitted, simply lined, girl-next-door style, a look that is perfect for doing battle against the Dark Arts.
Crochet: Cowl
Add a bit of warmth and color with this smartly constructed buttoned cowl. This nearly seamless cowl is worked in one piece in multiple directions using cluster stitches and single crochet stitches in the back loop only to create the clever ribbing.
Knitting: Cardigan
Tethra is an easy to wear cardigan. Wear over a white button-down blouse or tank.
Knitting: Vest
Begonia is a lightweight layering vest with fun details that add an element of surprise. An entwined lace panel grows up the racer back while the front focuses on clean lines that drape and swing. Sweet pleats on the front bring together form and function by drawing in the front pieces while adding charming details and textural interest.
Knitting: Pullover
What would your family and friends say at the next dinner when you told them you knitted this sweater? The Milam Gap Boatneck Sweater is one of those sweaters you will be so proud to wear and show off. The cables looks more intricate than they really are. You will feel like a knitting rockstar!
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
Arctic Sea Mitts cleverly takes advantage of a very small amount of special sock yarn or leftover bits. The mitts are worked from the fingers to the cuff making it easy to adjust to make the cuffs longer or shorter depending on the amount of yarn available in your stash.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
The Mansfield Shawl is a quick top-down crochet shawl. The shawl is worked, beginning with a long foundation single crochet chain (see link to great tutorials on my blog if you are not familiar with doing Fsc) that gradually decrease, then the lace edging is worked on along edge.
Knitting: Cowl
The Ennis Cowl is worked in one piece in the round. The design is simple but not boring due to the combination of cables and garter ridges. There are written and charted instructions.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
This is a slouchy beret that combines bobbles and lace. When I came across this floral stitch pattern a little while ago I just knew it was destined to be a beret. While the beret appears intricate and difficult, the patterning is super easy. The lace, combined with the bobbles adds dimension and dept. If you are not a fan of bobbles, they are ...
Knitting: Cowl, Fingerless Gloves
Linear is a mid-arm length fingerless/mitt and cowl set using a textured stitch pattern, which is great for variegated and tonal yarns.
Knitting: Cowl, Beanie, Toque
The trinity cowl and hat set uses a very textured stitch pattern. The cowl is worked inside out to the button band opening, then worked back and forth in rows for buttonband. The hat is worked inside out throughout, including crown decrease, then flipped right side after weaving in ends.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
I love bobbles and when I came across this floral stitch pattern a little while ago I just knew it was destined to be a slouchy. The lace, combined with the bobbles adds dimension and dept. While the beret appears intricate and difficult, the patterning is super easy. If you are not a fan of bobbles, they are easy to eliminate.
Knitting: Cowl
This cowl is a perfect use of a single fabulous skein of handdyed yarn. This cowl uses a simple 4 row repeat stitch pattern, which beautifully take advantage of the handdyed properties of the yarn.
Crochet: Cowl
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Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
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Crochet: Cowl, Cape, Poncho
I love capelets. They are so fun and stylish. Wear around the shoulders or around the neck as a bulky cowl. The yarn used is so light and airy, there is no extra weight around the neck.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Morgana Slouchy Eyelet Beret is a fun and quick to knit. The beret is worked in plain Stockinette with varying rounds of eyelets. This is a super easy pattern. You can make this in one weekend.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Inspired by the highest point in MA, surrounded by spectacular views, the Mount Greylock Cable Beanie is a fun hat with a dramatic cable panel up one side with intermittent purl rounds which gives the hat texture and interest.
Knitting: Cardigan
This cardigan was inspired by my love of working top-down, with little touches of elegance, but not too fancy. I wanted something that could take me from the office to T-Ball practice without looking out of place.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Beret, Tam
This simple lacy beret is perfect for beginner and intermediate crocheters; worked from the brim to the crown. The pattern is a great transition piece from season to season and is available in one size for adult woman.
Knitting: Earflap Hat
Finished Circumference: Baby 12”, Toddler 14”, Child 16”, Adult 17”, Large Adult 18”
Knitting: Earflap Hat
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Crochet: Headwear - Other
Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
You bought all that sock yarn because you LOVE the colors. Some of those yarns are too luxurious for socks that goes on your feet inside shoes. You feel like that is a total waste. Here is the Handsockie, socks for your hands!
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
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