The Autumn Moods Filet Coaster and Placemat make a perfect set.

This beanie is a matching pattern to the Climbing Hearts Scarf.

This festive doily design resembles intricate window frames. In Kannada, (the language of my state) “kitaki” means window.

This coaster is worked around a ring/hoop. Worked in a minimum of two colours, makes the petals stand out. You could also use one solid and one variegated yarn. The finished piece needs aggressive blocking to help the pattern bloom.

The pattern is a simple two row repeat and can be made to any length. The scarf is 18 cms (7”) wide. The sample has been made in a single colour but a graded yarn would also look lovely.

The table mat is worked as a single piece depicting the falling leaves of Autumn. The Filet pattern is given as a chart with instructions on how to read it. It includes Lacet stitches as well as the basic filet.

Being an asymmetrical wrap the increases happen only on one side. The picots are incorporated into the row pattern which means once you reach the last row, there is no further finishing required for the shawl. After the first few set up rows, the pattern follows a two-row repeat making it a very easy pattern.

The perfect little accessory for a summer day. Using two contrasting colours, makes the floral design visible. The word Hoovina (ಹೂವಿನ) means floral in Kannada (the language of my state). The bandana is an extension of my square pattern- Little Puffer Square.

The pattern is designed as two rectangles joined together, with a little bit of neck shaping. It can be used as a beach cover up or just for a summer evening out. The length is totally customisable.

The Port-a-Pouch is designed to hold the post-surgical drain bag specifically for cancer patients. I hope that the colourful bag brings some cheer to patients in an otherwise scary time. The pouch could also be used to carry the phone, keys, etc

This pattern requires a bangle or a ring of approximately 6cm (2.5”) diameter. the instructions are given for this sized ring. However the pattern also includes instructions for modifications of the size.

The bookmark is designed to use up scraps of yarn. For the pattern to show, it needs at least two different colours- solids are best.

Using the Berry Stitch makes this hot mat quite thick and will protect your precious surfaces from hot dishes. The stitch looks like little pumpkins all in a row.

The square may not lay flat while working on it. This settles while blocking. Although the sample was made with fingering weight yarn, this square can be made with any yarn. Check the projects for other ideas.

The different textures of this blanket provide tactile stimulation to the baby. It is a functional design which limits the little fingers getting caught in the gaps.

Filet crochet is one of the oldest crochet techniques which produces intricate patterns and pictures using just double crochets and chains. Traditionally Filet is worked with thread and a fine hook.

The Rika Beanie was designed as part of the Cancer Cozy Comfort FB Hop, organised by the Crochet Designer Communinty on FB. For anyone going through Cancer treatment, with all the rounds of hospitals and doctors, I am sure they long to be back home. The name Rika is the Japanese word for ‘scent of home’. The name is also derived from the names ...

The pattern uses simple sc and dc to create the Overlay Mosaic. The detailed instructions should be helpful even for beginners. The pattern is easily worked for both left and right handers.

Filet has an old world charm especially if made in classic colours. This coaster incorporates the Lacet Stitch which gives the autumn leaf the ‘eaten-away’ look. It is a surprisingly quick make- whip up a set to gift or even for your craft shows.

Do you have a top that you love and the neck too deep for comfort? Do you just want to add a little extra to your top and make it look layered without the extra layer? The Mock-Cami is perfect for that. Buttons on to bra straps and covers just what is required. Make them in colours to match your outfits.

The pattern for Mo Dhaid Scarf, includes a variation for a cowl. The pattern is based on the Celtic Weave st which consists fptr and bptr while crossing over. It looks best when made with the solid colour or a shaded yarn. The pattern is adaptable for left handers too.

Making the ordinary kitchen towel a little extra special. Makes it convenient to hang on a towel rail or the oven handle. You will never have to search for a crumpled wet towel ever again!

The coaster is designed with two colours but it could also be made in one colour. The finished piece is 3” across using the listed yarn. Use a different yarn and suitable hook and you will have a bigger or smaller coaster. Since you only need a total of about 15m of yarn, 10 m in colour 1 and 5 m in colour 2, this is a great stash buster. It wo...

This is a 8”x8” afghan block as part of the Love and Joy 2021 blanket. It resembles the lights on the Christmas tree. It could be made as a single piece or used to make a cushion cover. It uses Worsted weight yarn and you will need approx 26m the deep green and 9 m each of the gold and deep red. The colours can be customised to suit your palette.

This is a 8”x8” afghan block as part of the Love and Joy 2021 blanket. It could be made as a single piece or used to make a cushion cover. It uses DK weight yarn and you will need approx 18 m each of gold and deep green and about 9 m of deep red. The colours can be customised to suit your palette.

This cape takes inspiration from the Taj Mahal - the iconic Indian monument with Persian influence. Mumtaz Mahal’s front-open style jackets, Noor Jehan’s anarkali, and the jali or lattice work of the Taj Mahal all lend themselves to the design of this cape.

This is a triangular bandana. Simple and quick project. You can make it in a variety of colours to match each outfit. It works perfectly for those who wear a head covering at the time of prayer. The pattern is flexible in terms of sizing.

Ziba (zee-ba) is the Persian word for pretty. Celebrating both my Persian and millinery heritage, this is my second hat pattern.

This beret pattern is adapted from a basic round. Adjustments can be made to adjust the amount of fall, allowing for customisation.

This coaster is worked around a ring/hoop. A candle/tea light/diya (Indian lamp) can be placed in the middle. It is a very quick make and though designed for the Indian Festival of Lights- Deepawali, it works perfectly for Christmas too.

The Versatile Pouch is designed for your electronic devices or as a book pouch. This is a made-to-measure pattern and can be made with scrap yarn of any weight. The sample was made for a Tablet and using Aran weight (CYC#4) yarn.