Antidote Yarns and Designs
Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads
Knitting: Cowl
Portcullis is a traditional motif used in Welsh blankets which I have translated into knit for this cowl/snood.
Knitting: Component (stitch, edge) - Other
Tessellated Triangles is designed to be a simple knit, using only knit, purl, knit 2 together and yarn over stitches. It uses 2 different yarns but only in 6 row stripes, so no experience of colourwork is necessary. The only counting is making sure you have the correct number of stitches on your needles every now and then and that you have done...
Knitting: Pillow / Cushion
The Peony Mandala Cushion pattern has been intentionally designed to be very complicated, meaning that total concentration is demanded and the mind is kept fully occupied, easing depression by blocking negative or over thinking. Stitch counting is necessary, unusual and unfamiliar stitches are included (requiring tutorials which I have provided...
Crochet: Necklace
A simple but pretty necklace that’s so light, comfortable and easy to wear you’ll forget you have it on! Glam it up with a silk yarn and some glitzy beads for evening wear.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
A simple shawl and/or neckerchief that I designed to keep my chest warm on cold days. As a larger lady, I wear v-neck tops a lot as they are more flattering, but scarves tend to be round and leave weird gaps! I love wearing the usual shawl triangles as neckerchiefs, but they are often a wider, shallower triangle and leave really long tails that...
Crochet: Afghan block
A simple square that was inspired by formal knot gardens at stately homes. This square measures 2 inches in sock/fingering weight, 3 inches in DK and 4 inches in aran weight yarn. The squares can be used to make cushion covers, blankets, scarves, cardigans…let your imagination run wild!
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A simple, classic tank top in 2 sizes – newborn and 3-6months. Cute ‘tumbling blocks’ pattern and designed with buttons on the shoulder for ease of dressing.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
This is a challenging pattern, with leaf lace, cables and bobbles, but it is so rewarding as the finished blanket is magical.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A simple, classic tank top in 2 sizes – newborn and 3-6months. No need for cabling experience – the cables are simply created by knitting into the front of the second stitch on the left needle, then knit into the first stitch and slip both stitches off the needle together. Adorable, quick knit for a lovely little person in your life :)
Knitting: Cowl
An intricate lace pattern inspired by the winds that gust in Autumn, dislodging rusted curly leaves from their trees to frolic mischievously together on the ground.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
An intricate lace pattern inspired by the winds that gust in Autumn, dislodging rusted curly leaves from their trees to frolic mischievously together on the ground.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
An original shawl design that can be made in any weight yarn and as large or small as you like! Use a silky or mohair laceweight yarn for a summer accessory, or a chunky soft wool for a warm and cosy winter wrap.
Crochet: Decorative - Other
PDF Crochet Pattern for ‘Clematis’ Garland Bunting. Written pattern with photo-tutorial. Basic crochet skills required. Stitches used: slip stitch, chain stitch, single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet. Instructions on how to block included.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
Approximately 5ft in length with 10 daisies and 11 leaves, this hand crocheted daisy bunting makes a gorgeous summer decoration for the garden or for the home. Also makes a lovely and fun long necklace!
Crochet: Necklace
PDF Crochet Pattern for ‘Ever Increasing Circles’ Necklace. Written pattern without chart. Basic crochet skills required. Stitches used: slip stitch, chain stitch, single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet. Instructions on how to block included.
Knitting: Cowl
Mum fell in love with the colour of this wool. She wanted something to keep her neck warm, but didn’t want a scarf as she doesn’t like things ‘tied’ around her neck. She didn’t want ‘bulges’ if she wore it under a coat. She didn’t want a cowl as she didn’t want to mess up her hair when putting it on. I tried knitting her the celtic cable neckwa...