This is a generous, double looped cowl with a medium density fabric worked in a series of texture forming stitches. It is worked with 150 or more grams of DK or heavier yarn.

This is a cute, slightly asymmetrical scarf that can be knit in any weight of yarn you like. Suggested yarns are DK/Sport but truly any weight will work, adjusting needle size to make a soft fabric.

19 Jun 10 - updated file! This pattern is now both charted AND written all in one handy document. If you are new to charts, the instructions will help you become comfortable. If you just don’t like charts, now there is an option.

These are such elegant gloves! Lace insets decrease to a lace hand and partial thumb - perfect for showing off your lovely rings and fingers when out and about.

Dot…dot…dot…elipse! The bit of ornamentation down the leg of the socks reminded me of an elipse, 3 dots, leading to…? This is a great introduction to adding detail to your socks and for beginners who want to try something beyond a basic sock but not too fancy just yet.

These lovely wristlets were designed for the most wonderful friend. She has large hands (she’s super tall!) and the conventional types were too snug. These are just right.

Do you like a little something on your sock? A swirl, the spin of a dying celestial body perhaps?

These are such pretty socks. I like simple designs that add a little interest to a sock but that are not overwhelming in complexity. Unfussy. I also like symmetry - hence mirror images!

Elinore, the heroine in Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility, was a practical woman who nevertheless had romance in her heart. Rita Nauman designed some absolutely beautiful socks for her Austen book club. Inspired by that design and with full knowledge of Elinore’s character, I designed these wristies.

This is a quick and handsome scarf. I designed it for a dashing friend of mine and it goes equally well with a dress coat as with a casual one. The alpaca is lovely to knit and is extra warm in the cold Canadian winters.