These Fingerless Mitts made in DK/8 ply or light worsted yarn are a quick fun knit. They have an overall twisted stitch pattern overall except for a stocking stitch thumb panel for a spot of interest. They are knitted in the round either with Double Pointed Needles or magic loop.

This hat is designed in Dk/8 ply yarn for my young friend in the photo. So for every pattern sold, NZ $1.00 will go to a children’s charity in New Zealand. We are going to start with Starship Hospital.

This is a cozy DK weight Shawl. The shawl is a fun combination of lace, mosaic stripes, and simple garter stitch, which makes it an interesting knit. It’s a one size pattern, but it’s easy to adjust by adding or subtracting the rows of garter at the final border. The shawl is a simple triangle shape starting with a garter stitch tab.

This lace weight shawl is an elegant summer accessory.

The very simple slip stitch pattern will have you whipping up these warmers in no time. They are knitted in the round, either on DPNS or magic loop. The pattern calls for three colours of DK/8 Ply yarn, approx 30 grams of each. The pattern is easily adjustable and advice on this is given in the PDF. The slip stitches create a very warm dense fa...

This is a cute fun knit in fingering weight/4 ply yarn. The slip stitches and stripes make for easy colour work. The overall effect varies greatly depending on colour. Choose bold contrast for an op art effect, or play it down with a subtle difference. I like both!

A jaunty beret with a textured tree pattern, that knits up quickly in DK yarn. The shape is a classic beret shape, and the fit is cosy without being overly tight.

A classic cabled beanie with moss stitch either side of the cables. There’s a choice of a long or a short rib at the start, so you can either turn the brim up or have it sitting flat.

A classic cabled beanie with moss stitch either side of the cables. There’s a choice of a long or a short rib at the start, so you can either turn the brim up or have it sitting flat.

A super stash buster leftovers shawl pattern. I invented this to use up lots of sock yarn left overs (of which i still have many), however any 4 ply/fingering weight yarn will do. To tie everything together I use 100gm of a main colour and then rest in scarps of many colours (total weight 450gm). I started dark and moved to lighter near the nec...

A lovely combination of stripes and lace to keep the knitter engaged. Made top down this shawl flows along easily, and is a pleasure to knit.

Elegant lace fingerless mitts knitted in the round with 4ply/fingering weight. Simple lace repeats combined with stocking stitch make for straight forward knitting, and a really gorgeous finished mitt.

A cosy DK/8 ply sock pattern. It’s worked from the top/cuff downwards. I prefer Double pointed needles, but the pattern could easily be knitted using the magic loop method. The rib at the ankle and upper foot helps keep the socks snug, and the stocking stitch bottom means a nice smooth standing surface. The pattern uses 100grams of DK/8 Ply woo...

Cosy neck and shoulder warmer, with a lovely lace pattern, knitted in 4 or 5 ply. It knitted in the round and is satisfying to knit. The gauge pattern is given in detail in the PDF. It takes 100 grams of 4 or 5 ply, so can be made out of one precious skein. It would be easy to make a longer version if desired. I have found it super cosy to wear...

This a stylish and cosy cowl knitted in the round with a four or five Ply yarn. The example shown is knitted in Outlaw Bohemia Sport colours Fog and Arsenic. It’s a soothing knit with a very simple lace repeat pattern. Wear it around your neck or pull up over your head, either way it’ll keep you toasty.

Bracewell is an asymmetrical shawl that is rhythmic to knit. It uses three colours , 100 grams (200 metres) of each. This is a fun, simple knit that results in an elegant shawl that is easy to dress up or down.

An elegant lace cardigan that has a simple repeating pattern and no tricky shaping. A great start for those who are interested in learning to knit lace.

This is a large shawl which can be worn in several ways. I designed this shawl for winter dance rehearsals in the Leigh Hall. I would either wrap it around my shoulders and tie at the waist, or tie it around my middle to keep my kidneys warm. However it looks great worn in the traditional shawl manner. The finished DK shawl measures 222cms wide...

A simple sideways knit shawl using one 100gram skein of 4ply. Scallops are knitted as you go, no picking up stitches or sewing borders afterwards. This shawl fits neatly on the shoulders with plenty of length to wrap and tie if you wish. The scallops give a beautiful elegant detail.

A soft , lightweight Cape with a flattering front and a dramatic back. An all occasion wearable piece, that’s very easy to knit. Minimum effort for a maximum effect. Made in the round, with 12 ply mohair, size is very easily adaptable. Choice of colour greatly affects the look of this cape.

This simple to knit scarf was inspired by beautiful pakiri beach. It is a long elegant wrap around scarf that will give warmth without bulk. Fyberspates scrumptious 4ply gives a lovely drape and elegance to this design. The pattern uses one skein of fyberspates scrumptious 4ply, but any four ply or sport weight would work with this pattern. Eas...

An easy introduction to lace knitting. This is a versatile style that can be made in lace weight, 4ply, sport or double knit yarn. Different weight give a different look, feel and size the the finish shawl.

This comfy hat is knitted in the round, with two colours. However you will only be working with one colour at a time. Therefore it is not complex to knit, but produces interesting colour work. Have fun with colour! You can use naturals to produce a soft effect or go wild with saturated colour to create an optical illusion. The examples shown ar...

These are toasty warm mitts in a textured rib. Instruction are given for either working flat or in the round. There are three sizes, child, teenage or adult. The mitts are just beyond wrist length and sit snugly on the hand, with shaping to include the thumb. The rib pattern gives them both visual and practical appeal.

This shawl is worked sideways with an elegant yet easy lace edging that is worked as you go. Designed in DK possum and merino from Dye Happy it is warm but very light. Any double knit weight yarn would work well. The pattern uses approx 170 grams of yarn, but there is an option to weigh yarn and start decreasing when just over half remains. The...

A super cosy quick knit cowl. This is an easy knit using only knit and purl stitches to create a rich texture and feel.

This cosy shrug is a super easy quick knit, made from 12 ply mohair, or mohair wool mix. It is very wearable, and was inspired by a passerby at the sawmill cafe in Leigh N.Z.

This scarfette is an easy but engaging pattern, that suits adults and children alike. The instructions will work for any yarn or ply, but if using something other than 4 ply read the general notes on the PDF and follow the weighing option. I have made this neckerchief many times and used the following yarns with great success…. Casbah by Hand M...

Very easy, quick and warm fingerless mitts that are knitted on double pointed needles (but could easily be done with magic loop method).The photo shows a pair i knitted in possum and merino, but any double knit works well. The meterage suggested to deliberately vague, because the double knits tend to have such varied weight/meterage ratio. The ...