This one-skein openwork shawl is quick to work and flatters gorgeously dyed skeins of sock yarn.

This fun hat was inspired by a ‘mistake’ one of my students made while learning- I thought her accidental increases could be a fun shaping detail when intentional. The quick-to-work design is worked from the top down in a spiral, and the back loop detailing shows off hand-painted yarns beautifully.

Keep your fingers cozy with quick-to-work cabled mittens. Written in three sizes, they are a great gift for either men or women. Leave out the post stitches for a

This short-sleeved lacy tee crocheted in four pieces and seamed for stability. The two-row repeat is easy to memorize. Optional waist shaping provides a modern fit.

This simple single-skein headband will keep your ears luxuriously warm all winter long. Worked from the center out, the wedge shaped band is complemented with a textured edging and a curled petal flower. Two buttonholes ensure a snug fit even as the band stretches with wear, and it’s so quick to make that you can crochet it for everyone on your...

This pattern was originally part of Craftsy’s September 2014 crochet-along, but now you can buy just the pattern itself. It’s the perfect way to showcase yarn with long color repeats. You can also still buy it with the yarn on Craftsy.

This quick one-skein project highlights color-changing yarn for dramatic angled stripes. It’s constructed with six simple motifs that are joined as you go. A simple edging completes the cowl and make the most of a single skein.

Add dimension and color to your decor with this retro-inspired pillow. Post stitches are worked in the round so the right side is always facing you, making it easy to keep your place. Instructions for sewing the hexagonal insert from a round pillow form are included.

Spruce up your decor with a quick lacy pillow. Crocheted with an easy to memorize pattern, this lacy cover is complemented by a colorful fabric cover (instructions included!). It’s a quick and easy weekend project.

Note: This hat pattern is also available as part of a kit (with yarn!) at Craftsy.com for $16. See link.

Bobbles and fringe line up like the strung lightbulbs illuminating Denver’s most historic block, Larimer Square. Expand your crochet skills as you work this sideways shawl- the pattern makes it easy to customize the length. Learn to make eyelet lace row-by-row, and add bobbles and fringe with ease. Wrap it around your neck or wear it like a sca...

Bust Circumference (including edging): 34.5 (39.5, 43.5, 47.5, 51.5)“

Squishy puff stitches and lace combine in this super soft hat that’s surprisingly warm--perfect for a weekend stroll to brunch or a mountain hike. A smaller than usual hook sizes gives the drapey alpaca body and definition. The pattern ranges in 4 sizes to fit toddlers, children, and adults.

Errata:

As featured in Vogue Knitting’s Crochet Issue!

ERRATA (These are now corrected on the current PDF as of 4-13-13):

This richly textured beanie is worked from the bottom up in turned rounds, alternating squishy bobbles and criss-crossing cables. It’s written in four sizes to fit the whole family: baby, child, women and men, and most can be worked with a single skein of sock yarn. Stick to solids and semi-solids and solids to show off the texture.

Shown in: Malabrigo “Twist”, 100g/ 3.5 oz, 150 yds/ 138 m,

Shown in color #48 Glitter.

Errata: Round 9, portion in brackets should read: “dc

Add a dose of cute to your notions bag with these whimsical, easy-to-stitch tape measures. They make great gifts for knitters, crocheters, sewers and crafters. Each one takes only an hour or two to complete, and you can use inexpensive tape measures and scrap yarn to keep the cost low.

Keep your hands toasty and your fingers free with these sparkling fingerless mitts. Tiny lacy motifs contrast with solid, textured stitching to create a delicate yet durable accessory. If you’ve always swooned over sock yarns but aren’t one to stitch for your feet, try this quick introduction to working with finer weight yarns. Written in two ...

From the Caron Newsletter:

Squishy bobbles and tall treble crochet stitches combine to make this lacy textured scarf. Despite the airy quality of the fabric, it’s surprisingly warm when worked in a luscious worsted weight yarn. Once you complete the first lengthwise row, you’ll be surprised how quickly you can hook this gift.

Luxuriate with your hooks and this gloriously drapey crocheted hat pattern. Puff stitches and lace combine with super fine yarn to create a wonderfully textured, yet light as air accessory. Work it slouchy or as a beanie with the simple modifications included in the pattern.

SHOWN IN: Malabrigo Arroyo, 100% superwash merino, 335 yds 310 m/3.5 oz 100g; 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5) skeins Prussia Blue MC, 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2) skeins in Glitter CC.

Now available as a PDF in US Terms, with closeup photos and schematic included. Plus, suggestions on adapting the skirt to your needs--this skirt is easy to size to any waist measurement! Tips for altering the length and waist measurement are included.

Combine openwork diamond lace with luxuriously soft hand-painted cashmere, and you’ve got the perfect one skein gift for your best friend—or for yourself! This supple scarf can easily be lengthened if you have two skeins, or try working it in fingering or lace weight yarn and a tiny hook for a more delicate scale.

A simple stitch pattern makes this airy scarf a breeze to work. Crochet it in color changing sock yarn for an addictive, quick project. Large raindrop-shaped holes add interest while keeping the scarf light enough for warmer weather.

This pattern is available free as an excerpt on Craft’s blog!

Sizes available:

The Bonnet should end with 4 (not 5) rows of V-st decreases, then the edging row. For bonnet, eliminate Row 9 (9, 10) on both pattern and diagram. Beanie pattern is correct, but ignore the row numbers (and implied skipping of Rows) on the beanie diagram. Apologies for the error!

This pattern is included with my Beyond Rectangles Course, an online interactive crochet class on Craftsy.com. For more information about the course, follow the link.

Updated PDF in five sizes (US Terms) available now! I do NOT suggest the magazine version, as the updated version has two extra sizes and a whole lot of corrections that I don’t believe were revised by the magazine.

For those who have requested an adult version, it’s here: Starry Night Cardigan.

Correction: Page 133, Round 5 of the body, after the initial ch 3, dc in NEXT dc (not next 5 dc), work rest of round as written. Stitch count is correct. Sorry for any confusion.

Now available as a PDF!

Sizes: 0-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-18 months, 2-3 years and 3-4 years.

Tiny Errata (Sorry! Please correct before you begin. PDF has been corrected, but book may still contain these errors.)

Pattern is also available as a PDF here

Description from Tangled:

Available Sizes (bust measurements): 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52)“ / 81 (91, 101.5, 112, 122, 132) cm when buttoned and blocked.

Now available as a PDF in American/US Crochet Terms, with a corrected layout diagram and tips for changing the measurements to fit your size.

This pattern is now available as a PDF in US terms! It has been updated, re-edited and re-tested to work out some of the kinks that were issues printed in the magazine version.

NOTE: PDF Pattern is now available in American Crochet Terms and includes a Crochet Diagram.

Pattern is now available as a PDF with US Crochet Terms. Hat is available in two sizes, 18” and 20” brim, to fit 20-21” and 22- 23” heads.

This pattern is now available as a PDF in US terms!

Hook up a gift for your favorite fashionista with these pretty padded hangers. Simple crochet stitches and layered flowers do double duty, both dressing up the hanger and keeping clothes in place. The layered flowers are so versatile that you can mix and match the colors however you like. They also make great brooches, shoe clips, and hair ties...

PDF in American Crochet terms available now! FYI, my finished beret weights 26g, so you need about 250 yards (or, 300, to be safe) to complete this beret.

After all of the requests for my Raspberry Beret pattern, I thought I’d design another cute lacy, quick-to work beret in worsted weight yarn. This floral beret can be worn in the traditional style or as a slouchy tam. Worked from the top down using basic stitches, the hat begins with floral lace and chain-space shaping that transitions to solid...

Small Errata-

Brighten up your summer soirees with a cheerful table mat, inspired by the colorful paper-cut flags and flowers of a Mexican fiesta. This quick-to-work decor is a perfect stash-buster--balance your color choices by working a neutral shade between each bright row.

Keep your neck and shoulders cozy with this quick-to-make cowl. Choose chunky yarn in a single bright color to make a bold statement. Crocheted in a simple four-row repeat, this design utilizes basic stitches to create a slight flare and a mock-bobble effect.

This pattern is now available as a PDF in both US and UK Terms (you’ll get both when you purchase it via ravelry).

Work up a cute beanie in no time using bulky weight yarn. It’s okay to splurge on luxuriously soft alpaca—this hat uses only one skein! This pattern includes sizes to fit babies, children, and two adult sizes. Change the colors to add stripes and vary the edging for completely different looks—all from one pattern!

Combine simple cables and lace shells to create this drapey scarf. Choose three colors you like to make color work easy, or try a kettle dyed solid yarn for a shimmering effect. You’ll use every last drop of the recommended yarn, so buy a ball more of each color if you’d like to make a longer scarf.

This pattern is also available through the Knit Picks Independent Designer Program for $1.99. I am not adjusting my price here, but I am happy for you to buy it through either venue. Thanks for your support!

Summertime is great for picnics in the sunshine, and this clutch purse will be a perfect accessory! It’s just large enough to hold all of your essentials, and strong interfacing, a sewn zipper and lining make it sturdy and secure. You also get the pattern for the flowers and leaves, which you can use to decorate almost anything!

Note: A similar version of this hat pattern is available through the Knit Picks Independent Designer Program for $1.99 (but it’s re-worked for cotton yarn). I’m not adjusting the price here, but feel free to purchase it from either place.

Errata: There is a typo on Round 12, the stitch count should read 72 sc (not dc). It is correct on any ravelry downloads after today 1/27/11).

Create the look of pretty twisted cables without using a single post stitch. In just a few hours, you’ll have this hat made and ready to wear with all of your favorite outfits.