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4 patterns
Here’s a collection of 4 patterns perfect for the new knitter! It includes a very simple Garter stitch cowl that can be knit using just 1 skein of the Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Bulky yarn.
eBook :
5 patterns
SweaterBabe’s 5 great cowl patterns, all collected in one great eBook!
eBook :
3 patterns
SweaterBabe.com’s 3 best-selling blanket patterns, all collected in one great eBook AND with extended sizes!! (The individually-sold patterns ONLY included the Stroller/Car Seat size for babies.)
eBook :
4 patterns
SweaterBabe.com’s eBook collection of Gossamer Lace knitting patterns includes 4 gorgeous lace shawl and scarf patterns knit up in a deliciously soft and luxe kid mohair/silk blend yarn.
Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads
Crochet: Softies - Other
A close second to my love for knitting and crocheting is pickleball! And I’m certainly not alone these days.
Crochet: Containers
These chunky crocheted baskets are incredibly fun and functional!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Doll Clothes - Other
A deep, folded-back cuff is both updated and practical in this textured hat.
Knitting: Cowl
If you love stitch patterns that deliver intricate-looking results but are actually quite simple to work, this is a great project for you.
Knitting: Pullover
Little sleeveless sweaters are easy staples in any wardrobe, especially when they are so effortless. The Emme hits just below the waist and has deep armholes, making it wonderfully versatile. Wear it under a jacket, cardigan, or blazer or layer it over a blouse or long-sleeve tee as a vest.
Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Tank tops are a layering basic for so many climates. This one has lovely eyelet lace detailing on the bottom front border with the same floral motifs echoed along the top bodice.
Crochet: Market bag (slouchy)
Shop all your local farmer’s markets with this lovely market bag – the big sister to my #346 floral mini market bag (sold separately)! It begins with crocheting the lovely floral motif. Then, the sides are crocheted up in an open mesh. The bag finishes with the top borders and solid straps. A great gift you can crochet in vibrant colors for all...
Crochet: Market bag (slouchy)
Shop all your local farmer’s markets with this lovely crocheted floral mini market bag! It starts at the bottom with the pretty floral motif, then the sides are crocheted up in an easy open mesh pattern. The bag finishes with the top borders and solid straps. You’ll want to make many more in other vibrant colors and as gifts. Due to the mesh, i...
Knitting: Vest
Wardrobe staples, like this cabled vest, are essential for effortless style. With its beautifully finished crew neckline, deep armholes, and eye-catching cable design, this is the piece you’ll want to knit now for your wardrobe.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
For all those times you just need a little something to get the chill off of your arms, this little black shrug becomes the perfect piece. It also coordinates beautifully with the matching #348 Reese Camisole or the #307 Raven Camisole.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This black lace camisole with its lovely detailing is sure to be in heavy rotation as soon as you finish knitting it!
Knitting: Cardigan
A new cardigan, with delicate patterning and a shrunken, flattering fit, are exactly what your wardrobe and knitting queue need right now.
Knitting: Cowl
This was my summer travel project – perfect for knitting at a lovely café in Montmartre, Paris, while also sipping my espresso and people watching for a blissful hour.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Less than 100 yards of a soft, worsted-weight yarn pairs perfectly with this pattern for an adorable, one-of-a-kind baby hat!
Knitting: Cardigan
A simple wrap cardigan is a lovely basic for anyone’s wardrobe. This one is top-down and seamless for a great project with minimal finishing. Plus, it’s knit in a lovely brushed alpaca silk, so it’s an incredibly soft and cozy layer.
Knitting: Scarf
A lovely vine lace stitch pattern is reimagined when worked at an angle. The resulting angled rectangle shape works up beautifully into a scarf, shawl, and then some!
Knitting: Bag - Other
These little knit gift pouches are great stash-busters and fast projects! Use them to hold gift cards, credit cards, or business cards.
Knitting: Vest
This beautifully tailored layer is all about the cables. The front and back feature a wider center cable flanked by multiple panels of smaller cables. The end result is a warm and cozy vest with lots of modern appeal.
Knitting: Cardigan
A lovely, all-over cable design becomes even more intricate and textured with the addition of a little lace. The resulting cable and lace stitch adorns the front and back of this cozy cardigan.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Here’s the bulky-yarn version of the Maren Cabled Beanie, which was knit in a worsted-weight yarn (pattern sold separately). Both feature the wide, ribbed cable cuff and beautiful cable panels.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A wide, ribbed cable cuff and beautiful cable panels take this classic beanie shape up several notches on the style scale.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
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Knitting: Cardigan
This pretty, all over lace stitch is shown to its full advantage when knit in a gorgeously hand-dyed yarn and aggressively blocked. Blousy sleeves, shaped solid knit shoulder accents, and ribbed edgings finish off this lace cardigan, which will surely become a favorite transitional layer.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
A beautiful lace layer instantly elevates any outfit, especially when it’s a hand knit version in a gorgeous, hand dyed yarn.
Knitting: Cardigan
Delicate lace graces the upper front and back of this pretty little cardigan, a closet classic reimagined in a cropped length and rich shade of pink.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This rectangular shawl features a stunning floral lace stitch that is perfect for lovers of lace knitting!
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This little black camisole is one of those versatile pieces we all need in our closet. It’s updated, with a slightly shorter length and higher, square neckline.
Knitting: Cardigan
Cables, lace, and ribbing are classic knitting stitches. When combined, they create a fresh and feminine take on the wear-with-everything cardigan.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Angled lace corners play against a backdrop of lattice diamonds to maximum effect in this gorgeous shawl. Knitters that love geometrical shapes and symmetry will truly enjoy how the lace elements fit together and produce an overall design that is both intriguing to knit and to wear.
Knitting: Pullover
The unexpected element of standout sleeves is a fresh take on the V-neck sweater.
Knitting: Vest
Update your wardrobe with this tailored little vest. It’s the perfect layer over a blousy white button-down, or a simple tank or tee.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A fairly simple diamond lace stitch looks spectacular as an all over lace in this triangular shawl.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Tons of textural elements make this a fabulous hat to knit and wear! The leaf lace design features lovely curved lines of nupps (little bobbles) that echo the shape of the leaves.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Texture can be everything! Here, a lacy, textured crochet stitch pattern is beautifully paired with an elegant and rustic linen and alpaca blend yarn, resulting in a highly wearable triangular shawl.
Knitting: Cowl
Finished Size: 11 ¼“ / 28.5 cm height x 26 ½” / 67.5 cm around.
Knitting: Cardigan
This smart little cardigan is sure to top your must-knit list! It features beautifully textured cable and lace front bands, eyelet detailing at the raglan seams, and soft kimono sleeves. It’s all these details that modernize this versatile and lightweight cardigan and make it an easy addition to your project list and closet.
Knitting: Cardigan
Today’s little cardigan is updated with a cropped shape and round yoke featuring a lovely lace design. Shown here in versatile neutral colors (but would be awesome in black as your new LBC!).
Knitting: Cardigan
Vintage details and a modern silhouette make this girly cardigan a great new project to cast on.
Knitting: Vest
This smart-looking vest is an amazingly versatile layering piece with lots of yummy cable texture!
Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
A lovely leaf and stem lace design is all the embellishment you need for these adorable fingerless gloves.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The wide lace border on this triangular shawl is reason enough to want to knit up this seamless beauty! In addition, it’s a thoroughly indulgent accessory with its generous and cozy size.
Knitting: Cowl
Simple techniques can sometimes produce the most stunning results! The lace pattern of this eternity scarf is a prime example, only using knit, purl, k2tog, and ssk to create a beautifully intricate looking design.
Knitting: Pullover
Simple silhouettes are ideal for allowing a design element to truly stand out. This versatile top is intentionally designed with clean lines so the visual focus is on the gorgeous lace that arcs from shoulder to shoulder.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Call it a shrug. Call it a bolero. I call it a fabulous transition piece that is short and sweet, just like its name!
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Fingerless gloves are great little knit gifts that allow you to showcase cool stitch patterns!
Knitting: Cardigan
Yarns with strong personalities pair well with simpler stitch patterns and classic, yet modern silhouettes. This cardigan is a prime example in the unique alpaca, merino, and nylon blend yarn shown here. The yarn is actually a fine knit tube with subtle variations in color that give it lots of depth and interest.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
There’s something festive and cheery about this knit hat. Candlestick-like motifs appear as the ribbed brim blends into the lace stitch pattern.
Knitting: Pullover
Beautiful leaves worked with 2-stitch twists travel the full length of both sleeves on this top-down sweater. The front bodice is adorned simply with a few staggered rows of delicate eyelet motifs.
Knitting: Cowl
Chunky yarns paired with lace are a perfect combination, as evidenced in this quick-to-knit bold cowl. This particular lace creates beautiful waves that are highlighted even more by alternating two colors.
Knitting: Cardigan
Little black cardigans have always been a staple in my closet. This one is my new fave with its updated silhouette and details!
Knitting: Cardigan
A versatile and well-fitting cardigan is a piece we all need in our wardrobes. And one in a eye-catching color with a lovely cabled texture elevates this one to the top of your must-knit list!
Knitting: Cardigan
A pretty little cardigan can instantly elevate any outfit! This one features two beautiful lace patterns and a slightly cropped length for a fresh update to your wardrobe.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
I’m loving this shawl design as it features a lace stitch pattern that’s so uniquely beautiful and multi-dimensional!
Knitting: Pullover
Delicate lace combines beautifully with a soft yarn, like the brushed alpaca and silk blend shown here.
Knitting: Pillow / Cushion
I love the visual appeal of chunky knits, so it was an easy choice to create this chunky knit pillow to decorate my living room!
Knitting: Pillow / Cushion
When it’s not quite sweater weather, I still like to find ways to keep myself surrounded by hand-knit goodies. This pillow cover is the perfect example! Its chunky knit texture and eye-catching colors instantly add a hand-knit vibe to my daily life.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Imagine the silky feel of alpaca wrapped around your shoulders and neck. And with this stole, you’ll look as elegant and dressed up as you feel.
Crochet: Slippers
These super cute, stash-busting slippers are a great way to brighten up any day! Crochet them in your three happiest shades of bulky yarn on a large crochet hook.
Knitting: Cardigan
Welcome any chilly temps with this modern, chunky knit! A bold leaf lace design is the centerpiece of the back, with narrower versions of the leaf design that mirror each other featured on the fronts.
Knitting: Throw, Baby Blanket
Blankets are the perfect way to add a splash of color and texture to your surroundings. This one delivers on both counts!
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
Add a little luxe texture to your home, tree, or gifts with these puffy crocheted stars!
Knitting: Cowl
As the seasons shift, this delicate cowl is just right for those in-between temperatures. A very pretty combination of delicate lace and intertwining cable panels is knit from end to end, and then sewn to form the cowl.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This cozy and warm hat knits up quickly and very satisfyingly in super bulky yarn and size 11 needles!
Knitting: Cardigan
A slightly oversized alpaca cardigan is the ultimate cozy layer you’ll reach for again and again.
Knitting: Scarf
Accent scarves are perfect little accessories to add a bit of color and soft texture to your everyday outfit. So why not knit some pretty little lace ones that are just as versatile as your silk ones AND allow you to use up those gorgeous leftover bits from your yarn stash?!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A striking mix of textures and color will surely transform any outfit! This slanted rectangular shawl delivers all that and allows you to effortlessly combine your favorite three colors.
Knitting: Cardigan
Time to update your everyday V-neck cardigan with this cabled beauty! Knit it in a worsted-weight alpaca blend, as shown, for the softness and drape you’ll want to reach for every time. The yarn is also lovely to knit!
Knitting: Coaster
This coaster set is a perfect way to use up leftover fingering-weight yarn!
Crochet: Animal Toy
These mini crocheted octopuses can be your little companions wherever you go! Make a bunch just for fun, or ten of them for an Octopus Tic Tac Toe Set!
Knitting: Cardigan
A BIG cable motif is all that’s needed to make this attention-getting cardigan uniquely fabulous and fun to knit! The big cable design is used as a wide motif on the back. On the fronts and sleeves, it’s equally impactful as a single cable panel.
Knitting: Cowl
Here’s a lovely accessory to warm your neck with pure softness. This cowl is worked in the round in Garter stitch from the bottom up.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This generously sized triangular shawl is like the ultimate portable blanket.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Frothy, silky lace surrounds your neck or shoulders with this delicate rectangular shawl.
Knitting: Pullover
Here’s a modern and feminine take on the cabled sweater.
Knitting: Scarf
The Brioche stitch produces a lovely fabric with lots of depth and beautifully defined ribbed lines. It lends itself perfectly to simple increases and decreases that shift the pattern this way and that.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
“Knitting is beleafing!” with this beautiful hat. As you knit this hat from the bottom up in the round, you’ll see how the small and larger leaves evolve from simple 2-stitch cable crosses.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Something about the fisherman’s rib makes it an oh-so-comforting and cozy pattern to knit and wear!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This stole defines luxury with its gorgeous texture and super soft drape. It can be knit to a generous length, as shown, to easily wrap around your neck, or shorter, if you prefer.
Knitting: Cardigan
A soft linen blend yarn is perfect for an easy-fitting cardigan that can be thrown over many outfits.
Knitting: Scarf
A ribbed scarf knit up in a precious yarn is an instant classic. This one steps it up a few notches by combining three eye-catching colors with a uniquely pleasing ribbed pattern.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A lovely linen blend yarn, like the one used here, begs to be knit up in multiple complimentary textures. And with a design that allows you to blend three colors together, this shawl becomes a very versatile pattern.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Every once in a while, a yarn inspires a design. As I swatched with this lovely alpaca, merino, and linen blend yarn, I was completely won over by the soft and supple texture of the knitting.
Knitting: Cup / Mug
Whether it’s tea or coffee that you enjoy drinking while relaxing with friends or knitting, you need one of these hand-knit coffee sleeves!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This shawl is supremely soft and airy, with a very pretty all over lace.
Knitting: Cardigan
A pretty little cardigan is a staple for every woman’s wardrobe, especially when it has a touch of lace and beautifully shaped open front.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Working one of my all-time favorite lace patterns into a gorgeous alpaca crescent shawl was an easy choice. And the resulting shawl is heavenly!
Crochet: Scarf
Here’s a lovely and warm scarf crocheted in a decadent 100% alpaca yarn.
Knitting: Poncho
Like a beautifully tiered skirt, this tiered poncho is all about flattering drape as it surrounds you in cozy cabled warmth.
Knitting: Scarf
Textured diamond shapes bordered by eyelets comprise the overall stitch pattern in this beautiful infinity scarf.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
If you are a hipster that knits, you’ll fall in love with this chunky knit car coat!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A big, bold, all-over cable pattern is truly eye-catching in this fabulously soft and warm stole.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A pretty all over cable and a super soft yarn in a marled classic grey combine effortlessly for my kind of go-to accessory!
Knitting: Throw, Baby Blanket
I love this very special lace pattern for its complex-looking results. But, no worries, it’s just worked with simple decreases and yarnovers.
Knitting: Scarf
A classic wool scarf made even better with two columns of eye-catching cable work.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Whether you consider this lovely piece a stole, wrap, or generous scarf – its softness and lightweight warmth will surely win you over.
Knitting: Pullover
I love a yarn that drapes beautifully, so I’m taking advantage of this silky merino one by featuring its fabulous drape front and center!
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
A luxe pair of cabled fingerless gloves to keep your hands warm indoors and out!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Gotta love a great cabled hat for its texture, warmth, and classic visual appeal! This one is fun and quick to knit as well, sporting an intricate cable perfect for both men and women.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Timeless. Ethereal. Singular. These are only some of the words that come to mind with this lovely shawl design.
Knitting: Cardigan
FINISHED BUST MEASUREMENTS: 38 ½ (41 ½, 46 ½, 49 ½, 54 ½, 57 ½)“ 98 (105.5, 118, 125.5, 138.5, 146) cm.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
I’ve never been a huge fan of mittens or gloves, but fingerless versions IMHO are way more useful!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A great cabled hat pattern that’s versatile and quick is a no-brainer. You can knit it over and over again as a great gift item. This one is unisex and an interesting cable knit as well!
Knitting: Pullover
This is a sweater that says, “Winter, bring it on!” A generous and cozy cowl neck tops a beautifully cabled sweater that just epitomizes sweater weather in classic winter white.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This cable-framed leaf was such a lovely motif in a recent vest design that I’ve been obsessed with wanting to feature it in a hat! So, here is your new, wear-with-everything, cozy cabled hat.
Knitting: Scarf
Knitting on the diagonal is a novel concept. This scarf takes full advantage of the idea –making for a fun-to-knit scarf with a cool, angular vibe.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A beautifully open lace stitch begs to be knit up in a deserving yarn. This stunning blue/grey, light-as-smoke, kid mohair and silk yarn is a perfect choice.
Knitting: Vest
Seems like I always want that perfect transitional vest to get me through the changing seasons. Here’s one with lots of fun and flattering details.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
I love the idea of big stoles that you use to blanket your neck and shoulders in luxury and warmth! This stole is precisely that kind of accessory, and it’s a nice soothing knit as well.
Knitting: Vest
My girls always need a layer for the morning chill as we head to school. And what better way to arrive to school in style than with this lovely cabled vest!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
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Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Here’s a versatile hat I designed for my DH. It can be worn as a stylish watch cap when he needs the extra warmth, with its deeply ribbed cuff folded up, or as a slouchy knit hat.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
You’re worth it and you’ve earned it! All those lace projects have made you ready for this one. The textural gorgeousness of this stitch pattern is worth every stitch and begs to be knit up in a luxe yarn.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
At one of our favorite beach vacation sites is a little craft booth, where kids can make jewelry by wire wrapping sea glass.
Knitting: Vest
Not much can beat using a standout yarn color to bring a gorgeous stitch pattern to life!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Sometimes I design a pattern without a complete plan in mind (gasp!). But soon enough, I’ve got it figured out and the end result in this case is rather pleasingly organic in its aesthetic and process!
Knitting: Scarf
Stash alert! Grab that lonely ball of silky, kid mohair yarn that you could not resist at the store. Plus, a pair of size 9 needles and you’ll be ready to rock this delicate and lovely quick-knit scarf.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
A perfect beginner knitting project -- a hip knit purse knit in chunky yarn with big needles. Great for practicing basic shaping (decreases and increases) and your purling. Instructions are written for beginners - NO abbreviations!
Knitting: Throw, Baby Blanket
Blankets are like a playground for interesting stitch patterns. And, I for one, need an interesting stitch pattern if I’m knitting up a baby blanket (and even more so for an adult-sized blanket) or I’ll pass out from boredom! This stitch pattern doesn’t disappoint. It’s comprised of simple cable techniques, is pleasingly symmetric, and produces...
Knitting: Vest
This long vest is incredibly flattering, due to its natural swing and beautiful drape. It also has a California vibe to it (IMHO) with its tailored nonchalance. All of this inspired me to call it the Balboa Vest – Balboa is a swing dance that started in California in the 1920’s.
Knitting: Scarf
For me, mindless knitting is being able to quickly learn a pattern stitch so I no longer refer to the instructions. Both of the stitch patterns in this scarf are easily learned and lend themselves beautifully to a mindless (and fun carry-along) project. They are also just complicated enough to produce impressive results and keep your knitting i...
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Like tinsel added as a finishing touch on a Christmas tree, this curved triangular shawl will add that oh-so-awesome touch of glitz and glam to any outfit.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
I adore the silky softness of a kid mohair and silk blend yarn. And (as you can tell), I’m always drawn to lovely lace patterns. This stole features not just one, but two breathtakingly beautiful lace stitch patterns, artfully combined and gorgeously presented when knit up in the kid mohair and silk blend yarn.
Knitting: Cardigan
When the weather gets chilly, I love to have a simple little everyday cardigan. But simple does not cut it when it comes to choosing my knitting projects or satisfying my individual sense of style!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
“Adela” means graceful and noble, which makes it a fitting name for this lovely stole. Its silky quality comes from the loosely plied cashmere and merino wool blend yarn worked on a slightly larger needle.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Every once in a while, a great knitting pattern will come your way and you’ll enjoy knitting it over and over. This lace hat is “The One” for me and easily for you too!
Knitting: Cowl
Prosecco is a lovely, sparkly white wine that can add a festive touch to a gathering of friends and family. This infinity scarf is my knit version!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
TO FIT SIZES: One Size fits Toddler to Child/Youth head sizes 16-18” 40.5-45.5 cm. Shown on 11-year old.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
There’s a stretch of beach here in Southern California called Crystal Cove. It’s nicely secluded, with charmingly restored cottages that are wonderful to stay at, if you get lucky enough to snag one.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Like marquise cut diamonds, the lace pattern featured in this stole has elegant elliptical shapes that are multi-dimensional and beautiful from many angles.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Sometimes you just need a little something to layer over your top. Here’s a cute number that hugs your shape in a most flattering way with a sweet shawl collar and bolero shape.
Knitting: Scarf
To sprangle is to “spread out in different directions: branch out.” I love finding a new word that aptly describes a new pattern!
Knitting: Cardigan
This is just a pattern addendum to the #218 Pendants Blanket here on Ravelry. You MUST PURCHASE the blanket in addition to this to have the complete Cardigan instructions.
Knitting: Throw, Baby Blanket
Texture, texture, texture. That’s what I love when knitting up a blanket to adorn a new baby or my living room couch.
Knitting: Cardigan
Warmer weather is when the spaghetti straps and maxi dresses come out. But even in hot temps, I like to have pretty things to toss over my shoulders when I encounter indoor A/C or evening breezes.
Knitting: Throw
This richly textured blanket deserves a luxe yarn, like the merino wool/cashmere blend used here.
Knitting: Cardigan
I always love azure thing (and obscure puns, LOL)! This easy-to-wear open cardigan is exactly that and then some.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
I’m a knitter, not a gardener. But I still always appreciate the loveliness of flowers that bloom on a hillside.
Knitting: Scarf
Pure silky softness glides through your fingers as you knit this one-ball beauty!
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
FINISHED BUST MEASUREMENTS: 31 ¼ (35 ¾, 39 ½, 43 ½)“ / 79.5 (91, 100.5, 110.5) cm.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Show lots of heart with this big-hearted head warmer. It knits up quickly – I clocked it at 1 hour, 5 minutes (of course, I’ve been knitting for decades!)
Knitting: Cardigan
Wrap yourself in this luxe, multi-textured, supremely soft cardigan. With its generous dolman sleeves, open draped front, and the option of wearing it upside-down for a shawl collar, this cardigan will be your ultimate go-to piece.
Knitting: Cowl
I love that knitting can create such gorgeous textures. And when I can find multiple textures that combine so effortlessly, it’s a great thing!
Knitting: Cape
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: At Bustline: 44 ¼ (49, 51 ¾, 55 ½, 58 ¼)“ 112.5 (124.5, 131.5, 141, 148) cm circumference (buttoned).
Knitting: Legwarmers, Boot Cuffs / Toppers
Quick knit boot cuffs that will keep you stylishly warm all through boot-wearing season!
Knitting: Poncho
Being off-kilter can make for a stunning visual – like this poncho, which can be worn asymmetrically for more drama, or symmetrically if your prefer.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This is the big sister to the Double Crème Brie scarf – a wider and slightly longer stole version in a chocolatey shade of merino wool/cashmere blend yarn that begs to be knit and worn!
Knitting: Scarf
A gorgeous cable pattern that features dramatic curves is the focal point of this eye-catching scarf.
Knitting: Scarf
This scarf is like the Double Crème Brie of cheeses. It has a rich, creamy look and feel to it. It’s a classic winter white scarf, but really it’s much more modern and distinct, with a very sophisticated edge.
Knitting: Scarf
A chunky eternity scarf needs to be soft and textured IMHO. This one is absolutely both!
Knitting: Cowl
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Knitting: Scarf
This was a very successful MKAL! Be sure to finish those scarves and post your Project pages to be eligible for the October MKAL Prizes. Win patterns, knitting needle jewelry, a cool project bag, and more just for showing off your knitting!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Garden strolls, a day at the Arboretum, visiting the Farmer’s Market… all such outings deserve a stole like this that can keep you lookin’ hip and stylish, and chase away any chill in the air.
Knitting: Scarf
One ball of this alpaca blend yarn plus lace and pretty shaping make for a quick, easy-to-wear scarflette with a bit of a Parisian flair.
Knitting: Cardigan
Little cardigans like this are wardrobe essentials, especially if they are knit in an ultra soft yarn and feature lots of pretty lace!
Knitting: Throw, Baby Blanket
An interesting stitch pattern that uses cable twists in a different sort of way makes for a satisfying project with great textural results!
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
from SweaterBabe: “A gossamer weight triangular shawl to throw over your prettiest outfits. Crocheted in a simple to learn lace stitch using a big size K crochet hook. The allover pattern looks much more intricate than it really is!
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Gauge: 11 sts = 3” 7.5 cm at widest point of leaf and 24 rows = 5 ¼“ 13.5 cm in Cable and Leaf patt, blocked
Knitting: Baby Blanket
Simple twisted stitches combine to make an interesting lattice design that borders the garter stitch center of this blanket.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
A gorgeous heart lace edging is the centerpiece of this pretty shawlette. Stockinette Stitch hearts are linked to each other along the long curving length of this shawlette and are framed with double yarn overs.
Knitting: Poncho
I used to live in Noe Valley, a beautiful neighborhood in San Francisco that was said to be one of the sunniest of the city. While it was quite sunny at times, I would walk around the corner many mornings to grab a cup of coffee and a muffin and be met with chilly winds that certainly reminded me that I was still in San Francisco!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Gauge: Approx 10 sts and 22 rows = 3” 7.5 cm in Garter st (blocked).
Knitting: Poncho
Gauge: 11 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 22 rows = 4” 10 cm in Rev St st Here’s a super quick knit doll-sized poncho that any girl will love!
Knitting: Poncho
Gauge: 11 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 22 rows = 4” 10 cm in Rev St st
Knitting: Cowl
Gauge: 26 sts = approx 6 ¼“ 16 cm and 24 rnds = 4 ½” 11.5 cm in Diamond patt
Crochet: Booties
Errata (fixed 12/27/13) Page 3, Rnd 1 for Sizes S and M ONLY: 3 hdc in 3rd ch from hook (not 2nd ch).
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Bold, yet highly sophisticated sapphire-colored yarn combines beautifully with a design that mixes lace with intermittent bands of garter stitch.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Gauge: 17 sts = 4 ¾“ 12 cm and 15 rnds = approx 4” 10 cm in Braided Cable st patt, blocked but not stretched
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
I’ve always thought of stripes as fun and whimsical, but I love them even more when they are lacy and ultra feminine!
Knitting: Cowl
Simple, but with a few quirks. That’s how I like my days to flow and how I like to describe this sophisticated cabled circular scarf.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
A gorgeous cable panel and lacy leaf panel travel in perfect 6709A und 6709B Babyschühchen ca. 9 und 11 cm lang](/patterns/library/6709a-und-6709b-babyschuhchen-ca-9-und-11-cm-lang)
Knitting: Cardigan, Vest
Such an incredibly soft and luxurious silk and alpaca yarn called for a design with many feminine and romantic details.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Scarves like this are the perfect vehicle for trying out new lace stitches (kind of like sundaes are the perfect vehicle for warm fudge)!
Knitting: Cardigan, Vest
A dose of color can spice up many an outfit. This mustard short-sleeve cardigan is a perfect example.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Every girl should have at least one beautiful, diaphanous scarf in her closet. And if it’s one that she’s knit herself and can do double duty as a shawl, then all the better!
Knitting: Cardigan, Shrug / Bolero
Calida is a girl’s name of Greek and Spanish origin. Its meaning, “most beautiful; heated, with warmth,” perfectly matches my new lace cocoon cardigan.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
What could be more satisfying than turning a brilliantly colorful and vibrant hank of hand-dyed yarn into a sumptuously cabled hat to adorn a baby, child, or adult!
Knitting: Vest, Shawl / Wrap
Please note errata link above IF you purchased prior to 7/15/13. ALL Ravelry purchases prior to that date were sent the errata update that same day.
Knitting: Pullover
Lots of chunky cables come together stylishly to make this modern take on the fishermans’ sweater.
Crochet: Baby Blanket
The most luxurious crochet baby blanket you will ever see or make! Crocheted in a soft angora wool blend that begs to be touched. This crochet project features a beautifully unique textured pattern with puff stitch flowers set against a lacy background. The blanket is then edged with a row of sumptuous mohair and another row of the angora wool ...
Knitting: Scarf
from SweaterBabe: “Raspberry, grape, and pink tones blend into each other to create gorgeous stripes against a striking scroll lace design. The yarn is a great silk, wool, and mohair blend that comes in many other beautiful colorways.”
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Here is a wonderfully versatile crochet shawl pattern. Based on a simple combination of double crochets and chain-1 spaces worked using a big crochet hook, it can be made using most any kind of yarn. Here, it is shown in a whisper soft kid mohair yarn in two shades of lilac for a truly elegant result. The kid mohair is so light and airy, the sh...
Knitting: Baby Blanket
From SweaterBabe: “A chunky knit baby blanket with 3 bold cables and a striking contrast color edging. The yarn is a soft, easy-to-knit merino wool/acrylic blend. A perfect blanket to cover baby in his or her carseat or stroller.
Knitting: Cape
A strikingly cute capelet that will earn you lots of compliments. The capelet is versatile too - it can be worn buttoned up as a turtleneck or with the nice, wide collar open as shown. A great polished alternative to the poncho!
Knitting: Cape
A strikingly cute capelet that will earn you lots of compliments. The capelet is versatile too - it can be worn buttoned up as a turtleneck or with the nice, wide collar open as shown. A great polished alternative to the poncho!
Crochet: Pixie Hat
From SweaterBabe: Did someone you know just have a baby? Do you need to a gift ASAP? Well, here’s a free crochet pattern for an adorable pixie hat to the rescue! Crocheted in a luxe cashmere/merino wool blend - it’s a fast crochet project that will absolutely WOW any new mom. Cute tassel adorns the top of the hat.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
From SweaterBabe: “What’s not to love about this adorable cabled baby jacket?
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
from SweaterBabe: “Here is a romantic little knit vest that is right in line with this season’s fashions. It features a longer, tunic length, empire waist shape, and gorgeous mix of lace and cable textures.
Crochet: Cloche Hat
Fun, funky, chunky, bold, and warm -- all come together in this richly textured hat sized for babies and adults! This hat is crocheted in the round using a fat hook and bulky yarn. It’s a great, quick crochet project and lots darling on a baby or handsome on an adult. Unisex styling, so just choose their favorite color and start crocheting!
Knitting: Scarf
From SweaterBabe: Wrap your neck in luxurious softness with this cuddly and beautiful scarf. The lace sections feature a gorgeous, vintage Japanese Feather lace pattern. Bands of Garter stitch in between give the scarf wonderful contrasts in texture. The combined effect causes the edges to curve seductively and uniquely along the long length of...
Knitting: Cardigan
From SweaterBabe: Here’s THE project to make this season! It has all the latest detailing and is knit from the top down for minimal finishing.
Knitting: Cardigan
From SweaterBabe: A beautifully detailed cardigan that goes with most everything! Designed with reverse Stockinette stitch “seaming” to accentuate the waist shaping. Garter stitch button bands are curved at the bottom hem and knit in as part of the front sections.
Knitting: Vest
This sweet and romantic hooded vest will become your new favorite layering piece!
Knitting: Baby Blanket
A little bit of cabling, a little bit of lace, juxtaposed just so to create a stunning overall effect. This luxe baby blanket is sure to be a winner with its impressive-looking stitch pattern!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Malabrigo softness wraps your head in casual, stylish warmth with this richly cabled hat.
Knitting: Cardigan
2/1/16 NOTE: A new version uploaded which fixed sleeve st errata for sizes 2X and 3X ONLY. An update was sent to all who purchased it through Ravelry.
Knitting: Scarf
Ruffled scarves are wonderful for pretty-ing up any outfit. This one is perfect for doing just that, AND it can be worn in many chic ways to change up your look throughout the spring and summer months!
Knitting: Cardigan, Shrug / Bolero
14 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 22 rows = 4” 10 cm in St st on larger needle.
Knitting: Legwarmers, Boot Cuffs / Toppers
Gauge: 20 sts = 3 ½“ 9 cm and 12 rnds = 2” 5 cm in Cable patt (blocked)
Knitting: Cowl
Contrasting textures is one of the many things that make for interesting knitwear designs. This infinity scarf is all about that and will add a heavy dose of modern style to your wardrobe.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Here’s an irresistible combination of cables knit in a sumptuous alpaca-blend yarn to create a key piece for your winter wardrobe! Lots and lots of interesting cable panels run up the front and back sections of this poncho. The poncho is made up of 4 pieces – to keep the knitting manageable and create a slight angled effect for the hemline.
Knitting: Cowl
Chunky cowls stand up well against a cold wind. This one has a striking pinwheel design that is worked with just knits, purls, and simple twisted stitches. Choose a yarn like the one shown here with excellent stitch definition and a vibrant color.
Knitting: Cowl
Pattern Gauge: 20 sts = approx 6 ¼“ 16 cm and 18 rnds = 4” 10 cm in Cable patt (blocked)
Knitting: Scarf
21 sts = approx 3 ¾“ 9.5 cm and 32 rows = approx 4.6” 11.7 cm in Cable Rib patt, blocked.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
Gauge: 20 stitches = approx 4 ¾“ 12 cm and 24 rows = approx 4” 10 cm in Lace patt (blocked)
Knitting: Scarf
Approx 31 sts = 7 ½“ 19 cm and 12 rows = 2 ½” 6.5 cm in Lace patt, blocked and measured at widest point.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
It all started with a lovely zig zag lace panel, chosen for its simplicity and ability to allow gorgeous yarn to show to its best advantage. With a little creative shaping, the lace panels are worked so that they span out towards the bottom edge of the shawl as the triangular shape is created.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Is it a lace shawl or scarf? Either, depending on how you choose to wear it that day. What is not in question is how much you will love this wisp of an accessory! The mohair and silk lace weight yarn is supremely soft to knit with and a pleasure to wear against the skin.
Knitting: Cardigan, Vest
Here is a gorgeous beaded lace top in a shape designed to flatter.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Lace + Mohair + Silk = a match made in knitting heaven! Plus, this is a hand dyed mohair silk blend in a gorgeous blush color.
Knitting: Throw, Baby Blanket
Gauge: Approx 16 sts = 5” 12.5 cm and 20 sts = 4” 10 cm in St st.
Knitting: Pullover
Like chocolate-y goodness, is there really such a thing as too many cables?! This wonderfully unique poncho top features lots of intertwining cables on the front and back - making it a project that will surely not bore you!
Knitting: Poncho
Pattern Gauge: 11 sts = 4” 10 cm and 19 rnds = 5” 12.5 cm in St st.
Knitting: Cardigan
Knit gauge: 11 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 16 = 3” 7.5 cm in St st.
Knitting: Scarf
Lush is the perfect name for this yarn, and this scarflette design takes full advantage of it!
Knitting: Cape
17 sts = 6” 15 cm and 17 rows = 4” 10 cm in St st on larger needle.
Knitting: Slippers
Warm their feet and hearts with these beautiful, quick knit slippers!
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Here’s a whimsical little jacket to add some zing to your wardrobe! This cardigan is a fairly quick knit, as it’s knit from the top down in luscious Malabrigo Worsted yarn on size 11 needles.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Pattern Gauge: Approx 11 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 23 rnds = 4” 10 cm in Mock Cable stitch patt.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Pattern Gauge: Approx 10 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 13 rnds = 3” 7.5 cm in Leaf Lace stitch.
Knitting: Beret, Tam, Beanie, Toque
Chunky, intertwining cables and bobbles make for a pretty all-over design on this richly textured, slouchy hat.
Knitting: Scarf
Approx 18 sts = 4” 10 cm and 22 rows = 4” 10 cm in 1x1 Ribbing on larger-size needles.
Knitting: Cardigan, Cowl
Pattern Gauge: 25 sts = 7” 18 cm and 19 rows = 4” 10 cm in Cable Lace St patt on larger needle.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Lace + Silk + Mohair = this heavenly lace scarf, which is wide enough to wear also as a light stole. Three panels of lace combine to create a beautiful effect.
Knitting: Pullover
A Tunic-Length Sleeveless Cowl in Malabrigo yarn. Ooh - gotta love that Malabrigo Worsted! It has amazing yardage and is sooooo soft to work with!
Knitting: Cowl
One rep of Lace St patt: approx 15 sts = 5 ½“ 14 cm and 12 rows = 3 ¼” 8.5 cm in Lace St.
Knitting: Cardigan
A sweet, cropped cardigan is quick to knit and great for layering!
Knitting: Cowl
Curving, scalloped columns interspersed with garter stitch make for a very interesting and unique pattern stitch. Perfect for elevating a simple infinity scarf shape to new levels of sophistication!
Knitting: Vest, Coat / Jacket
Pattern Gauge: 10 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 14 rows = 3” 7.5 cm in St st on larger-size circular needle.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A truly unique cable pattern stitch makes this sumptuously textured hat enjoyable to knit and wear!
Knitting: Cowl
Cowls are an easy and stylish alternative to scarves this season!
Knitting: Scarf, Cowl
Alpaca silk wrapped once, twice, or even three times around your neck! It’s the ultimate in scarf luxury.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Here’s the perfect way to use up that gorgeous, but lonely ball of Noro Silk Garden that caught your eye at that terrific yarn sale!
Knitting: Cardigan
Here’s a wonderfully feminine cardigan featuring a unique curved front hem, eyelet detailing, and pretty belled, lace sleeves.
Knitting: Cardigan
A vest/short-sleeved cardigan that’s flattering, chic, cozy, and fun to wear! This one accomplishes all that and more.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Approx 1 rep of Lace = 16 sts of Lace = 3 ¾“ 9.5 cm and 2 reps of Lace = 16 rows = 3 ½” 9 cm.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Pattern Gauge: Approx 19 stitches = 4” 10 cm and 25 rows = 4” 10 cm in St st
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Pattern Gauge: Widest part of 13-st wide Lace panel = 3” 7.5 cm and approx 23 rnds = 4” 10 cm; Widest part of 6-st cable panel = 1 ¼“ 3 cm.
Knitting: Cardigan
NECKBAND FIX for a tighter neckline. Please go to the pattern page at: http://www.sweaterbabe.com/knitting-patterns/dramatic-lac... to download the 1-page pattern fix. ONLY APPLICABLE if you purchased this pattern before 7/10/12.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Here’s a stylish upgrade to the usual cute baby cap (and sized up to Adult as well!). This newsboy inspired hat features a slightly fuller shape and alluring little brim. Worn slightly askew, it gives the wearer an extra look of mischief!
Knitting: Vest
11 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 16 rows = 3” 7.5 cm in St st.
Knitting: Cardigan
Pattern Gauge: 11 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 16 rows = 3” 7.5 cm in St st.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
A fabulous, surprisingly easy-to-knit lace baby blanket! Using a chunky merino wool/acrylic blend yarn and big needles, this blanket knits up beautifully fast.
Knitting: Cardigan, Vest
8 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 17 rows = 4” 10 cm in St st on larger-size needles.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Just less than 100 yards of a soft, worsted-weight yarn and a little time will earn you these fabulous cabled fingerless gloves! Perfect for keeping your hands warm when typing, driving, knitting, or just hanging out.
Knitting: Cardigan
11 sts = 2 ¼“ 5.5 cm and 21 rows = 4” 10 cm in Braided Cable on larger size needles; 11 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 21 rows = 4” 10 cm in Rev St st on larger size needle.
Knitting: Cowl
Pattern Gauge: Approximately 17 sts = 4 ¾“ 12 cm and 20 rows = 4” 10 cm in Lace St Patt on size 10 ¾ 7mm needles.
Knitting: Beret, Tam, Beanie, Toque
Slouchy hats are all the rage! Here is my version with big, bold cables.
Knitting: Cardigan
This top-down, draped-front lace cardigan promises to be one of your most versatile pieces. The front sections are knit in a lovely wavy lace design that echoes the fall of the fabric when left open. OR, with the use of a shawl pin closure, wear the front to suit your mood and the temperature.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Sometimes you just need a little something something to cover your shoulders.
Knitting: Pixie Hat
Just the idea of a pixie hat on a cute baby or child’s head can bring out the smiles. This one lets you try out a fabulous stitch. The shaping is easy, so it knits up quick. The bottom ribbing and button hole strap is picked up and knit after. Add a fancy or fun button to complete the look.
Knitting: Cowl
Pattern Gauge: Approximately 13 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 23 rows = 4” 10 cm in Cable Lace Stitch on size 10 6 mm needles.
Knitting: Scarf
Gauge: Approximately 19 stitches = 6” 15 cm and 12 rows = 2” 5 cm in Curving Lattice Lace Stitch .
Knitting: Cowl
A cable knitter’s delight! Even if you’re a fairly new cable knitter, this lovely, luscious cowl is dreamy to wear and knit.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
Gauge is approximately 17 stitches = 4 ¼“ 11 cm and 23 rows = 4” 10 cm in Curvy Vine Stitch on Size 9 5.5 mm needles.
Knitting: Cardigan
Lots of feminine details, a lovely cream-colored alpaca/silk blend yarn, and amazing lace stitch patterns add up to this beautiful, stunning cardigan. The blousy shape and fluttery short sleeves create a pretty and flattering effect. The moss stitch waist band softly gathers in the fullness to define a nice waist and finish off the cropped shape.
Knitting: Cardigan
From SweaterBabe: “This cardigan is lush and lacy, with beautiful detailing throughout. Wide diamond lace panels emerge from the 2 knit-in front pockets. The back features a ruffled peplum design that is echoed in the gorgeous elbow-length sleeves. Shaping is done within the Narrow Reverse Stockinette stitch panels bordering each lace panel to ...
Knitting: Cardigan
from SweaterBabe: “Simply elegant and oh so wearable. This kimono-sleeved wrap cardigan is a true beauty, with a stunning combination of cables and lace knit patterns.
Knitting: Cardigan
from SweaterBabe: “Here is a cardigan pattern to top all cardigans with its wonderful attention to detail. A bold curvy scroll lace pattern creates a gorgeous statement on the front of the cardigan, extending to the generous collar, which can be worn as shown or buttoned up like a turtleneck.
Knitting: Vest
Here’s a sweet vest to top off an outfit. It’s knit in a worsted weight yarn (feel free to substitute a great worsted weight cotton or other blend!) from the bottom up in one piece (just like the super popular Talia vest that I first published through Knitty.com.). That means the only seaming is at the shoulders.
Knitting: Cowl
Lush Alpaca and Silk snuggles up against your neck for warmth and a romantic, dressed-up accent. This lacy knit button-up cowl is an easy way to accessorize an outfit and provide instant soft comfort!
Knitting: Scarf
Turn one skein of yarn into this beautiful scarf. The falling leaves lace pattern is simple to knit with gorgeous results. Tapered ends mirror the shape of the leaves and give this scarf great interest.
Knitting: Cardigan
Here’s a top-down cardigan with lots of pretty details. It features a gorgeous ribbed cable that drops down the front and finishes off the curved right front hem. The ribbed cable is repeated on the slightly flared wide cuffs.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A simple braided cable pattern makes this bold hat a real eye-catcher. Chunky cables all around, in a soft, lofty yarn that surrounds your head in stylish warmth.
Knitting: Earflap Hat
A cute round baby head deserves a fancy cabled hat like this to keep it warm. This one is knit in the round with a great diamond cable pattern that changes to a simple cable as it travels up the crown. Easy decreases and a ribbed border give it its great shape.
Knitting: Pullover
Pattern Gauge: 10 sts = 3” 7.5 cm and 14 rows = 3” 7.5 cm in St st on Size 10 ¾ 7 mm needles
Crochet: Booties
Not much could be cuter, or quicker than this pair of crochet baby booties. Simple construction and classic t-strap styling make it a great gift for any baby girl or boy.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Fabulous fingerless gloves knit from only one ball of Andean Silk from Knitpicks, a wonderfully soft Alpaca, Silk, and Merino Wool blend yarn. The Vine Lace is easy to follow, creating a sophisticated and pretty look. A little bit of ribbing along the inner side of the gloves make them fit perfectly. A few decreases after the thumb opening is m...
Knitting: Vest
Pattern Gauge: 8 stitches = 3” 7.5 cm and 17 rows = 4” 10 cm in Stockinette Stitch on Size 11 8 mm needles
Crochet: Scarf
A fabulous stitch pattern can make a scarf so unique. Here’s your next crochet scarf. A great stash-buster and opportunity to play with color combinations.
Knitting: Scarf
A thoroughly modern, yet romantically classic scarf. The exquisite lace stitch has lots of texture and movement, yet is quite easy to work. The edges are finished with simple 4-st cables.
Knitting: Cardigan
This is a strictly feminine cardigan with lovely peplum waist and lots of pretty detailing. It’s another great top-down design to minimize seaming and allow you the option of easily adjusting sleeve and body length.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
From SweaterBabe: “Sometimes you just need a pattern that will give you instant gratification. Here it is! Make it in a flash and check off “baby gift” from your list of to-do’s.
Crochet: Purse / Handbag
Yardage requirements by color: 416 yds 380 m in Color A; and 104 yds 95 m EACH in Colors B and C.
Knitting: Cardigan
Pattern gauge is 8 sts = 3” and approximately 17 rows = 4”.
Crochet: Cardigan
Crocheted Gauge: 2 shell st rep (measure from middle of a ch-3 at base of 1st shell to ch-3 at base of 3rd shell) = approximately 5 ½“ 14 cm and 5 rows = 3 ½” (Rows 1 to 5 of the stitch pattern) in Lacy Shell Pattern Stitch on size K/10.5 7mm hook.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Knit this stylish hat in an evening. And it takes only about 109 yards or yarn!
Knitting: Vest
The best vest that you will ever knit. Superb detailing mixed with a sexily tailored shape. Notice the curved bottom front hem, the knit-in pockets, and the sensuous and intricate cable that dissolves into a simpler cable to help define the waist shaping.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
Knit a thick, cozy blanket to wrap a baby in modern luxury. This one is knit in a soft merino wool blend yarn that is wonderful to work with and shows beautiful stitch definition.
Knitting: Cardigan
Here’s a quick, stylish cardigan to knit now! It’s worked from the top down, which minimizes seaming, as well as giving you the option of different sleeve and body lengths! It’s boxy shape and raglan sleeve shaping is suitable for girls and boys.
Knitting: Cardigan
Gauge: approx 19 stitches = 6” and 5 rows = 1” in Stockinette Stitch
Knitting: Poncho
Ponchos are everywhere - but not too many are as elegant and sleek as this one. Plus, you can knit it yourself on circular needles (no seaming!).
Crochet: Skirt
Originally published in “SweaterBabe.com’s Fabulous & Flirty Crochet” (Quarry Books, 2006). Available as a separate download for $5.00 directly from SweaterBabe.com.
Crochet: Scarf
Make this unbelievably sophisticated crochet lace scarf in a super soft kid mohair yarn, as shown, or any lovely bulky yarn from your stash that meets the gauge and allows for some stitch definition.
