The birch tree is a symbol of renewal, of new beginnings. It’s a promise of what’s yet to come. What better reminder, for the new year (or any time of year), that now is the best time to begin. To begin that thing you’ve always wanted to do. To try something new, or rekindle something old. Don’t worry about how it’s going to turn out. The magic...

This illusion could be knit as is for a dishcloth, or incorporated into a scarf, shawl or a yoga mat bag for the yogis in your life!

These wrist warmers are knit in the round using five 4.0 mm double pointed needles. They can be knit with or without the I-cord ring. They will comfortably fit a hand/forearm of up to 9”; additional stitches can be easily added for larger sizes.

The sample was knit with an acrylic. A cotton or cotton-blend would be a good choice for use as a cloth.

You’ll need a crochet hook to add the fringe (unless you prefer to be fringeless!). One 3.5 oz (100 g) skein of each color (approximately 166 yds/152 meters per skein) is enough to complete this length of scarf. You’ll need to block the scarf when it’s finished so the edges don’t roll.

You’ll need a crochet hook to add the fringe (unless you prefer to be fringeless!). One 3.5 oz (100 g) skein of each color (approximately 166 yds/152 meters per skein) is enough to complete this length of scarf. You’ll need to block the scarf when it’s finished so the edges don’t roll.