The arrival of a new little family member is so exciting! I don’t know why pastels and neutrals are the go-to choices for baby items these days - I much prefer bright colours and bold prints. Mosaic knitting to the rescue!

Ceres is the ancient Roman goddess of the harvest, the earth, and fertility. While researching possible pattern names, I was drawn to the agricultural aspects of Ceres’ personality but it turned out that her fertility associations were more pertinent to my life at the time. Immediately after knitting this shawl my husband and I entered IVF trea...

Peaceful. Calming. Soothing. When asked why we knit, these are often some of the words that come to mind. We knit to relax; we knit to slow our thoughts; we knit to allow our minds to wander. Eirene, the ancient Greek goddess of peace, perfectly emulates my view of the relaxing nature of knitting.

The god of time represented as a cycle rather than a linear progression, Aion was associated with eternity and often depicted with snakes, as they shed their skin once it dies and ‘renew’ themselves with the new skin underneath. I love thinking about time and the way we experience it. One of my favourite discussions is how different writers use...

Eos is the ancient Greek goddess of the dawn, using her wings to fly high above the earth to draw the sun out of hiding. As the sun peeks out over the horizon, light returns to the world for another day. The warmth of the sun’s rays shines down on the earth and warms us. So too does this gorgeous shawl warm you when you cuddle up in its wings.

The Atlas Pullover is the third item in the Atlas collection, following the Atlas triangular shawl and the Atlas Pi semi-circular shawl. This beautiful sweater features simple stockinette stitch with a standout panel of simple lace centred on the front, along with garter stitch hems to add a touch of class to the finished garment. Work it up in...

Izanami is the creation goddess of the Japanese religion, Shinto. Together with her partner Izanagi, they created the islands of Japan with saltwater that dropped from a spear. Knitting up the Izanami hat, you will be creating something of your very own, using a type of spear yourself - your knitting needles!

Telesto was an Ancient Greek goddess of accomplishment and was one of the Nephelae, or cloud and rain deities. Rain was not thought of as dreary or depressing in ancient times; it was seen as essential for flourishing. Nephelae brought waters from the ocean to feed the streams and rivers of the earth, bringing nourishment to the lands. ‘Telesto...

The Atlas Pi shawl is the second pattern in the Atlas collection, preceded by a triangular shawl. You can check out the other pattern here.

The name of the shawl, Biyani, is a word from one of the many Aboriginal languages in Australia, and means ‘women healing women’. I have decided to use this name because of the pattern’s strong Australian roots, and the fact that knitting is often a woman’s craft, and is very therapeutic.

The Atlas shawl is the first pattern in the Atlas collection, followed by a half-Pi shawl. You can check out the other pattern here.

The Static wrap is a fun, bold piece that blends two of the best knitting worlds - easy TV knitting, and fun and interesting colourwork. There are so many ways to style Static: wear it as a scarf (in the multitude of ways scarves can be worn!), a shawl, a shoulder wrap, tie it around your waist for a colourful statement. The possibilities are e...

The Aurai shawl is an ethereal, delicate piece of knitwear inspired by nature and mythology. The Aurai were the Ancient Greek goddesses of the breezes, and the flowing, draping fabric of this shawl will keep you warm and cozy in spite of the chill winds. Wrap it around your shoulders and secure it with a shawl pin for a dressed-up look, or scru...

You’re heading out for a night on the town with your girlfriends and you’ve got your LBD, your chunky heels and your lipstick on – but it’s cooler outside than you expected! You dash back inside and grab your Quiver shawl – the perfect pop of colour to complement your simple, slinky outfit and keep your shoulders warm while you’re wandering bet...

The Firework shawl is a simple asymmetrical piece that works up quickly and adds that pop of interest to your outfit, all while keeping your neck warm. This is not a heavy duty shawl; suited for autumn or early spring, Firework keeps the chill away while adding style and texture. It’s also squishy-soft on your skin! The all-over stitch pattern ...

Minerva, the Roman goddess of poetry and wisdom, is also the patron of weaving. A delicate, beret-style slouchy hat, the ‘basket-weave’ appearance of this beanie’s lace will both keep your head warm and add a dash of style and elegance to your everyday wardrobe. It is worked top down and in the round, so you can try it on as you go and ensure y...

Sugar Snaps is a lightweight shawl that is perfect for the Melbourne climate. It’s a small accessory, almost more of a neckerchief, and it’s a super quick knit, so you’ll be wearing it in no time! This is a cute accessory to brighten your everyday wardrobe, no matter what season you wear it in.

On a warm, dark night, you look up at the sky. Above you, millions of stars twinkle, hinting at other worlds far away, waiting to be discovered. You turn, and the brightness of the moon enters your vision. Basking in it’s reflected glow, you snuggle deeper into your shawl and sigh softly, feeling peaceful; at one with the universe.