A large, warm shawl knit in DK weight lambswool yarn. The body of the shawl is completed first, starting with 3 sts and increasing to 309 sts. Next, the lace edging is knit on from side-to-side, no need for sewing!

The shawlette is an elongated crescent shape and knit from the top down, starting with 3 stitches and ending with just over 300. Zig zags grow in size as they reach the hem and are tipped with a triple picot bind off. It’s knit with a single skein of Superstar, so if you wanted to try out this delicious yarn, it could be a good project for you.

A cute little cardigan that buttons at the neck only and is worked top-down. The hem/sleeve edges are finished with a decorative edging and the back extends lower than the front.

A quick knit beanie with deep cabled brim and gored crown, designed to showcase the hand dyed yarn. Simple to knit and easy to wear.

A stranded colour work beanie, with simple repeats, creating an all over low-contrast design.

2nd Jan 2016: This pattern has been updated with a new chart (not possible when it was originally published in the magazine due to lack of space).

The world of the new elite is all bread and circuses, and every circus needs a ringmaster. This jacket, though detailed, is virtually seamless, with a timeless military flavour that is not accidental- though a ringmaster may seem dignified or perhaps even jovial, it would behoove you not to forget that they are the ones running the show.

A hat that looks like an old fashioned candy/lolly/sweet. Make it in your favourite flavour :) I chose candy cane stripes and strawberry shortcake pink - but what about liquorice or mint?

Comfy and fun baby harem pants.

A top-down raglan cardigan with bow tie feature at the collar. There is nothing tied around baby’s neck, the bow tie is sewn on and secured with a snap fastener This little cardi takes just 100g of sock yarn / 4ply to make the smallest size and will be a smart addition to any baby boy’s wardrobe. Newborn size pictured above.

This pattern was designed as my entry for the Unwind 2013 Single Skein Design Competition.

A super-bulky/chunky, super quick knit in sizes Newborn to 18 months. This outfit has a little bit of retro inspiration with the double-breasted front and is perfect for gift giving or to dress up your own little bunny. It is designed as an overgarment with plenty of wriggle room.

Originally published in Knit Now Magazine, this pattern is now available on Ravelry.

Originally published in Knit Now Magazine, this pattern is now available for individual sale.

A keyhole scarf with reversible textured stitch pattern. Simple and quick to knit but striking and stylish - it would make a great present. It uses just 150g (approximately) of worsted weight yarn. The pattern contains both written instructions and a chart.

Bill wanted another slouchy beanie!

A fun hat written in sizes newborn to large adult and requiring just 1 x 100g skein of 4ply/sock yarn in the largest size.

Constance is designed with short rows in her limbs. If you are not familiar with short rows, there is a great free online class at www.craftsy.com, it really is an easy technique when you know how!