Penny Shima Glanz

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Knitting: Headband
Sock-weight yarns of all permutations – full size, minis, and partial skeins – multiply in my stash when I’m not looking. The goal of this design is one that is interesting to work on, doesn’t require my complete concentration, and is finished after a few evenings watching TV.
Crochet: Cowl
Finished Measurements: 8 in / 20.25 cm width x 80 in / 203.25 cm circumference.
Crochet: Cowl
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Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Designed for Artyarns Ombres, this asymmetrical design allows hand painted skeins to shine. The asymmetrical shape showcases the long colour repeat.
Knitting: Cowl
Even the smallest disruption can cause your day to go slightly askew. With asymmetrical increases, this reversible cowl can help you weather whatever life throws your way.
Crochet: Cowl
Cirrostratus clouds are light wisps that spread out high up in the troposphere. This cowl takes several characteristics from them -- it’s large, thin, and light. The silk mohair worked at such a large gauge creates a slight fuzzy (or hazy) look. However, unlike the clouds that are composed of ice crystals, this cowl will keep you warm and toasty.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Worked from the center out, this striped wrap draws inspiration from the aurora borealis.
Crochet: Scarf
This one-skein shawl pattern was designed for LYS Day 2020.
Knitting: Cowl
A solidus is an oblique mark used to denote alternatives. Knit on the bias, the beginning and end of this cowl is joined together in a solid seam to form this forward slash.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Show off the beautiful hand-painted yarn for this month’s Inspirations Club with a simple yet stunning crochet stitch pairing.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap, Scarf
Show off Artyarns newest color series, Ombres
Knitting: Cloche Hat
48 (56) yards/ 44 (51) meters of fingering weight yarn, color A
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Parks are special places which I love to explore and when moving about it’s easy stay warm. If I stop to enjoy (and often photograph) a vista, my hands often get chilly. So I designed this fingerless mitt with a simple purl column to provide subtle interest for both the knitter and the mitt. The name is a nod to Glacier Lake National Park in Mo...
Crochet: Cowl
Originally designed for the Artyarns September 2019 Inspirations Club, this cowl is great for any transition!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Inspired by dwarf pitch pines’ bundles of three needles.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Swirling snow, people, and activity inspired this twisting topper.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Textured ‘stars’ adorn this hat in clustered trios.
Knitting: Cowl
Variable stitch choices create a cowl that provides interest on both sides of the fabric. This transition piece plays with binary space to add warmth when there’s a chill in the air.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
As the days lengthen and warm, this transition piece adds understated elegance while taking the edge off air conditioning too optimistic for the current temperature.
Knitting: Poncho
Classic and understated, this top-down knit lace poncho captures every shade in the Opal colourway and highlights the gem-like shine from the tussah silk and merino blend of Anzula’s Croquet. It is easy to customize to a longer or shorter length.
Crochet: Pet Toys
Quick to crochet, this is the perfect toy for your cat. Made with less than 10 yards of worsted weight yarn, these mouse butts are finished faster than microwave popcorn and healthier for the feline in your life. The shape provides hours of fun for a paw to swat and a mouth to carry around the house. The braided tail provides added amusement an...
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
This lightweight lace shrug is quick to knit and can be used as an elegant stole if seaming is not desired.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The hat begins with a variation of Judy’s Magic Cast-On and ends with Jeny’s Super Stretchy Bind-Off.