Bev Galeskas
Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Heading out for a walk in the park with your best friend? Dressed in this colorful dog sweater and your coordinating socks, both of you are sure to make a fashion statement.
Knitting: Scarf
Instructions for three easy-to-knit versions in multiple gauges. Simple shaping creates a neck-hugging scarf with ties long enough to drape, knot, or pin in front. Styles adapt to a variety of fibers to accessorize holiday, business, or casual wear. A fun way to experiment with interesting yarns.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
A tiny rosebud repeat is surrounded by tulip lace in this sweet baby blanket. Made in fine yarn, it is the perfect wrap for any special occasion.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Men and women join hands outside an evergreen forest on a starry night to celebrate the message of peace on this triangular garter stitch shawl.
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
Bath set includes coordinated soap sack, face cloth, and back scrubber. One pattern for tulips and one for sailboat & lighthouse.
Knitting: Scarf
Like leaves floating down a stream, slanting lines of leaf lace alternate with ripples of openwork. A lovely reminder that sometimes in life we should relax and go with the flow. Fun to knit, the lace is easy enough for the adventurous beginner.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
<p>Evelyn Clark's newest shawl inspired by her trip to New Mexico. Butterflies flutter in the sunlight above mountains, rows of corn and a river where nearby rabbits play in the grass. Surrounded by an edging of squash blossoms.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Worsted weight yarn is used double throughout. 1 strand of handpaint held with 1 strand of solid color.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Like waves in shallow water, Old Shale lace creates ripples across this simple, garter stitch lace shawl. Knit from the top down, this triangular shawl is bound off with an easy picot edging. Instructions are included for four weights of yarn.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Sunshine ripples down on a village surrounded by orchards, sunflowers, and sheep.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
<em>Cone shells, sand dollars, scallops, and starfish can be seen in the shallows by the waves of the sea on this lacy, semi-circular shawl.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Knit in a simple ridge pattern, edged with a flirty ruffle, and featuring extra long ‘ties’, this shawl can be worn in many ways. Instructions given for 2 sizes. This pattern is easily adjusted for other sizes or weights of yarn.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Inside a border of eyelet grass, rows of lace ripple like a river through the length of this lace weight scarf and stole. The end edges are cast off in a simple scalloped picot lace.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Two styles of socks with cuffs in Quaker Rib, knit side to side, then joined with a 3-needles cast off. The feet are picked up, then knit down in the traditional manner. Need 175 yds each of two colors in sock wt. yarn, size 1-2 double point needles.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
These simple Quaker Rib blankets were inspired by Early American crib coverlets. They are knit in the round from the center out, with an optional raised petal center motif.
Knitting: Throw
No wrong side to this afghan. Knit in Lily’s signature reversible cables, it works up quickly in worsted weight yarn on size 11 needles.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
This variation of traditional Old Shale resembles falling raindrops. Rows of purl stitches between the lace create ribbing for a well fitting sock.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Make tracks in these unisex socks. Knit in a garter rib. Choose from 3 yarn weights, worsted, sport, and sock.
Knitting: Animal Toy
Another fun felted animal pattern by Debbie. You don’t have to go to Antarctica to play with penguins when you have a few of these little guys around.
Knitting: Scarf
Celebrate the canines who have accompanied you on your life’s journey. Simple chevrons symbolize the river of life inside the border of paw prints. A great gift for any dog lover. Fingering or a light sport weight. Width can be increased to create a wrap.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
Fast and easy to knit, these small felt purses will add pizzazz to any outfit. Novelty yarn (single or double strand) is knit and felted along with the wool to create a colorful textured fabric. The strap is a simple I-cord made to any length desired and is pulled through a small loop on the opposite side of the purse to create an interesting ...
Knitting: Scarf
Inside an eyelet border, oak leaves fall to a row of acorns on this knitted lace scarf.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Quick and easy. Choose either knit or crochet version (Instructions for both in one pattern) Use any weight of yarn and work to any desired size.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
“Choose between two lovely laces to welcome a newborn. Eyelet Flowers combines a small lace pattern with basketweave for thermal warmth. Lace Plumes is special enough for a christening and practical enough for everyday use. In Classic DK from Naturally and Baby Ull from Dale of Norway.”
Knitting: Throw
Bulky weight yarn creates a cuddly throw that is quick and easy to knit. What better way to stay warm on a cold winter day than to snuggle under a layer of leaves.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Shown in Spring Green, these lacy leaf socks could be made to match the leaf color of any season.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Rows of eyelet separate chevrons of garter, seed, stockinette, moss, and reverse stockinette stitches, creating a landscape of patterns on this shawl and scarf. These reversible designs show off the beauty of handpainted yarns and also make a wonderful casual shawl in solids, tweeds, or heathers.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Shaped shawl or scarf featuring a lace center panel and narrow “feather & fan” lace edging. Knit from the outer edge to neck with attached, knitted cord top border.
Knitting: Cowl
Intriguing to knit, this geometric oddity makes a beautiful, yet functional scarf that can be worn in many ways.
Knitting: Scarf
Large clusters of petals are surrounded by leaves on this rectangular lace scarf. Choose between a single row of flowers for a narrow scarf or a wider version with staggered blossoms.
Knitting: Throw
Knit and purl bricks frame blocks of heart filled houses on these cozy accessories for your home.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Easy to knit socks in three weights of yarn. Make a whole wardrobe of socks with mock cable, lace rib, or 3/1 rib cuffs in sock, sport, or worsted.
Knitting: Containers
Create an interesting array of baskets, trays, and coasters to express your heartfelt feelings. Finish the top with a band of I-cord or picots to personalize each piece. They knit up quickly on large needles in worsted or bulky weight yarns.
Knitting: Tee
With just a bit of shaping at the waist, fitted sleeves, and a simple neckline, this tee will fit your body like a gentle spring breeze.
Knitting: Scarf
Little lace flowers are bordered by gentle scallops on these elegant scarves. Choose between Trailing Fuchsia Lace and Double Fuchsia Lace. On both, the simple lace is outlined with purl stitches. The side edges are knit in twisted garter stitch with a cable twist every 10 rows to form the scallop. Scarves shown in DK weight yarn, but the patte...
Knitting: Animal Toy
Yardage: Approx 500 yds main color and 20 yds of black. A feathered flamingo requires about 70-80 yds of eyelash.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A field of flowers is bordered by waves of old shale on this shetland style square lace shawl or throw. The center square is worked back and forth in rows of garter lace. The border is picked up and knit in rounds, then bound off with a simple lace edging. Designed for dk, fingering and lace weight yarns. Make in one color or use multiple shades.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
In Washington State, where Linda makes her home, Fidalgo Island is known as the gateway to the San Juan Islands. Using the natural beauty of the island as inspiration, she has created this sock patterned with evergreen trees and wave-like ribs.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
You will use approx. 130 yards of Gold and between 400 and 420 yards of Black to complete the project.
Knitting: Animal Toy
Small shaggy dog is a fun reminder of the joy that canine companions bring to our lives. Change colors, ears and tail to customize your pup.
Knitting: Christmas Stocking
Create a classic stripe or sheep design. Note: Choose a wool or other natural fibre that will felt easily. Some white yarn does not felt well - the sheep design uses grey for felting.
Knitting: Decorative - Other
Whimsical birdhouses are fun and easy to knit. They will add a cheerful accent to any room in your house. Bulky weight yarn.
Knitting: Scarf
Falling lace hearts are joined in the end on this reversible garter stitch scarf. This scarf begins at the center with a provisional cast on, and the edges are bound off in a simple picot edging.
Knitting: Scarf
Seed stitch borders frame interwoven diamonds and chevrons on this lace patterned scarf. Made in sport weight alpaca is a warm and elegant winter accessory.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Easy, close-fitting, unisex hat worked in k2, p2 rib with matching long scarf. Choose worsted, bulky or super bulky weight yarn.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
Lovely lace triangles sway back and forth between lines of purled garter stitch, creating a soothing pattern with comforting thermal warmth. Based on an Estonian stitch pattern, this lace blanket can be edged either with garter stitch or scalloped lace at the top and bottom. The 16-row lace pattern is simple to knit, and the purled stitches cre...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Any yarn, any weight. Uses just two stitches in a three-row repeat. Make as small or large as you desire or until you use up your yarn. Choose hook size according to yarn.
Knitting: Scarf
Intriguing textured cables create a reversible scarf in sport weight yarn. Simple to do yet intriguing to look at, this scarf can be expanded to create a stole or even an afghan. Numbers for these are given in parentheses.
Crochet: Slippers
Quick and easy to crochet, these felt slippers have double soles for extra comfort and wear. Decorate with easy needle felted sheep design. Sizes for men and women.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Light as air crochet in fine mohair/silk yarn. Easy single crochet stitch with a large hook.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
This baby blanket is perfect for the young prince or princess in your life. Made in a soft, superwash yarn, it is sure to become a family heirloom.
Knitting: Scarf
Puffy cocoons outlined by waving knit stitches. On the opposite side, purl sts outline the cocoons giving a different, but equally attractive look and a reversible fabric.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Hands-down, one of the easiest lace shawls you will ever knit. Run out of yarn and want a lace “kerchief” instead? Stop short at any time for your desired size. Want a bigger shawl? Get more yarn and knit longer. This shawl has the added advantage of growing in width faster than a standard triangle shawl.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Lace butterflies soar above a border of blossoms on these square garter stitch lace pieces. Knit from the center out in a circular garter stitch lace and case off in a simple picot edging.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
These delicate lace butterfly or blossom socks will add some "Spring" to your step year-round. Purl stitches between the lace panels create a ribbing effect for a good fit.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Cables and bobbles encircle this classic unisex hat. Knit at a firm gauge, it’s warm and practical as a good hat should be.
Knitting: Cardigan
Classic rib trim is combined with knit-and-purl texture to create a sophisticated, yet relaxed cardigan. Wear it with jeans or dress it up to suit your mood. With only two seams to sew, this is one design for the minimalist in all of us. The body is worked in one piece to the armholes, shoulders are joined using three needle bind off, and the s...
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
Simple lace patterns create three lovely washcloth and soap sack sets. he soap sacks are knit in the round and hug soaps of various sizes. They can be tied with a twisted cord or satin ribbon. The Old Shale Lace set has ruffled scallops finished with an easy picot cast off. The Ribbon Lace and Leaf Lace sets are edged with horizontal lace.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Worked in stockinette stitch with crocheted borders, this stylish yet simple tank top makes up quickly in either worsted or bulky weight. It has a shape and fit that looks great dressed up or down.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Quick to make in DK weight yarn, hats and booties make great gifts for babies. The lace cuff hat has a hidden ribbed headband for a good fit, and both hats can be topped with a soft knitted button. Knit in the round, with no seams to sew.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Small eyelet circles are surrounded by wings of swirling stockinette stitch to create a host of angels on this triangular shawl. This shawl is a wonderful reminder of all the angels in our lives -- winged or otherwise -- and makes a comforting gift. Size can be adjusted easily by adding or subtracting pattern repeats.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Lacy diamonds framing tiny garter and stockinette acorns form vertical scallops that continue down the instep of these socks. They will flatter and warm your feet even after acorn season has ended.
Knitting: Cozy - Other
A warm and stylish way to wrap a gift for a winer lover, a hostess or for yourself. Three styles to choose from Capri, Aran or Gansey.
Knitting: Bonnet
Old fashioned bonnet in two styles. Style 1 (white) has an openwork, lace patterned band with a contrast color ribbon sewn underneath.
Knitting: Tote
Stripes of novelty yarn give this tote the look of fur when natural colors are used. For a completely different and fun look try it in bright colors.
Knitting: Tote
Woolly sheep decorate these totes. Great for your knitting projects as well as travel, shopping or an everyday carryall. Choose from the small or large size and add as many pockets as you need. Sheep are needle felted (instructions included) after bag is complete.
Knitting: Mittens
Warm, thick felt mittens shaped to fit your hands. Pattern is for youth, women’s and men’s sizes.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
Fancy novelty yarns felted in with the wool gives these fast and easy evening bags a festive look. You will want several to match your favorite outfits. Choose the size of purse that will hold your necessities for a night on the town. Make a small cell phone/eyeglass holder to match your purse or to use alone. It is just large enough to slip ID...
Knitting: Scarf
Three easy lace patterns. Use different yarns to make a whole wardrobe of narrow lace scarves. Pattern stitches look equally good on both sides so your scarf will have no wrong side.
Knitting: Hats - Other
Fun hats for “Kids” of all ages. Instructions for both felted and unfelted jester hats. Both made in worsted wt yarn.
Knitting: Animal Toy
Welcome a new kitty into your home. This felted feline promises never to get into your yarn. Knit in wool held along with a novelty “fur” yarn.
Knitting: Animal Toy
Stuffed softly, Henrietta makes a very good friend. With some weight added to her stuffing, she can also be used as a door stop.
Knitting: Brimmed Hat
Felt hat with ‘fur’ look brim will make any girl feel extra special. Buy an extra skein of the novelty yarn to make a matching scarf.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
Pistachio, Mango, Strawberry or… Make a bright and cheerful purse to match your favorite flavor.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
Bright, cheery tote bags with a shape reminiscent of a flower pot. Needle felt your bag with some bright flowers, create your own work of art, or just knit it in your favorite color and enjoy it. Instructions for two sizes.</em>
Knitting: Earflap Hat
Three children’s sizes in worsted weight. Three adult sizes in bulky. Use worsted weight, feltable wool to knit children’s sizes and bulky weight for adult sizes.
Knitting: Bag - Other
Yarn: Use a wool or wool blend yarn that will felt well. Your choice of yarn will determine finished size.
Knitting: Brimmed Hat
This revised edition of our light weight felt hat offers a choice of three sizes and two brim variations. Made in a single strand of worsted weight, it is great for handpainted yarns.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Plain and rolled band directions included, along with several finishing suggestions.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Close fitting, long sleeve shrug makes a pretty topper for an evening dress, but would work with over a tank top and jeans just as well.
Knitting: Poncho
This lace poncho is super easy to knit and just as easy to wear. Worked in one piece with no seams to sew, it is quick to knit for both children and adults.
Knitting: Earflap Hat
Fun hats for kids of all ages. Pattern includes instructions for pointed and round top shaping.
Crochet: Containers
Easy weekend projects in super bulky yarn. Shown in Burly Spun from Brown Sheep Co. Pattern contains instructions for both felted rug and basket.
Crochet: Brimmed Hat
Size: Will fit most adult head sizes. Exact finished size is controlled during felting and blocking.
Knitting: Pullover
Lace stitches replace color pattern on this round yoke sweater. Yoke shaping makes for a great fit.
Knitting: Slippers
For larger, adult sized version of these boots, see Fiber Trends pattern Felt Boot Slippers (AC-13).
Knitting: Animal Toy
These bunnies are quick and easy to knit and fun to felt. Each will be an individual and because personality develops during felting and finishing, it is suggested that you wait until they are finished to name them.
Knitting: Pet Toys
Quick to knit dog toys. Felt firmly to make them durable and keep a felting needle handy to fix holes. Needle Felt your furry friends name on the bone to personalize.
Knitting: Coffee / Tea Pot
A traditional English tea cosy designed by Amelia Carlson. In three sizes to fit your favorite tea pot.
Knitting: Poncho
The look of a shawl with the ease of a poncho. It can also be made in a sock or fingering weight.
Knitting: Scarf
Deliciously soft, airily light and oh-so-chic, wrap your neck in the lace elegance of this easy to make versatile scarf.
Knitting: Scarf
A big bold cable cascades through the center of this reversible scarf. The faggoting edge plays a dual role of beauty while keeping the edges from rolling.
Knitting: Hats - Other
A birthday keepsake hat that can be knit in any color to please that special baby on that special day.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Lace and solid chevrons alternate on this circular shawl that celebrates the beauty of life despite its ups and downs.
Knitting: Slippers
Wrap your feet in the natural warmth and comfort of pure wool. Fast and easy to knit in chunky yarn. Double soles give extra comfort and longer wear. Knit in Naturelle 14 ply and decorated with needle felting.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Choose from 2 easy lace patterns, one in stockinette and one in garter stitch. Make either as a long narrow scarf or a wide wrap.
Knitting: Scarf
Inside a border of moss stitch, dramatic cluster stitches frame medallions on this Estonian lace scarf. Instructions are included for two widths, and the design works well in lace, fingering and dk/sport weight yarns. This beautiful scarf offers a rewarding challenge for the adventurous knitter.
Knitting: Cape
Fun to knit and flattering to wear in either a short, dressy, laceweight version or the cozy, longer, 8ply version.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Simple lace patterns are used on this garter stitch square to encourage experimentation with color.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
The perfect blanket for your special baby. The instructions are written for multiple weights to suit your needs.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Just right for spring and summer and knits up quickly in one piece with no seams to sew.
Knitting: Hanging Ornament
Cheerful decorations that are quick and easy to make. You will want sets in variety of colors to fit the seasons.
Knitting: Pullover
Knit this playful wooly sweater and show the world you love sheep. In worsted weight with easy shaping, the sheep is knit from the enclosed chart.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Originally published in Interweave Knits, this pattern, with several more size variations, is now available from Fiber Trends
Knitting: Tote
Multi colored bags, knit loosely, then felted to a firm fabric. Worked in rounds of stockinette stitch, then turned purl side out to show the blended stripes. Follow Maggie’s color plan or make up your own as you knit.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Boxy shape, fitted sleeves, wide garter stitch bands, and optional collar create a perfect blend of casual elegance! The large stitch gauge means you’ll be wearing your jacket in no time at all.
Knitting: Poncho
Also available on Patternfish. For a baby sized version of this pattern see Fiber Trends Baby's Poncho (CH-10)
Knitting: Vest
If you’re looking for versatility, this vest is for you. With a classic v-neck and a boxy style, it’s flattering on all body shapes. Try it in a rugged tweed for weekend wear, or in a soft, drapey ribbon to add to your office attire. Strand two thinner yarns together to create a yarn all your own. Since the yardage requirements are small, this ...
Knitting: Scarf
Traditional Estonian lace stitches create a garden with rows of small flowers bordered by lily of the valley and edged in a scalloped trellis.
Knitting: Billed Hat
This pattern is available as an individual pattern in either hard copy of pdf format from Fiber Trends and is also in the book Baby Knits Head & Toes from Storey Publishing.
Knitting: Poncho
For an older child’s sized version of this pattern, see Fiber Trends Valerie (CH-43
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Faina’s memories of time spent on the shores of the Baltic Sea inspired the name of this lovely lace stole. She cleverly worked increases and decreases into the pattern that allow the seed stitch borders to remain straight while they frame the waves of lace that flow back and forth. (Fiber Trends)
Knitting: Slippers
Adult size boot pattern in sizes x-sm(8.5”), sm(9.5”), med(10.5”), lg(11.5”) and x-lg(12.5”). Main color yardage 270 (300, 330, 370, 400) yds. Contrast color 160 ( 170, 180, 190, 200) yards. Knit on 24” circular size US10 1/2 (7mm) needle.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Loose fitting, hooded baby jacket with back zipper for easy on and off. The zipper begins at the back of the neck so baby’s head will be comfortable in any position. Shawl collar adds extra cozy warmth. Worked without seams in an easy garter rib pattern, the only finishing required is sewing in the zipper and stitching down the lower edge of th...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Give striping yarns a new slant with one of these easy and elegant designs. Angel’s Rest has a lacy feminine look, while Mt. Hood will produce versatile unisex socks.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Three sizes ( 20”, 22”, 23”) with instructions in three weights of yarn (sport, worsted and bulky).
Knitting: Hats - Other
This pattern has instructions for three sizes (19”, 20.5”, 22.5”). It is worked in the round on circular needles or dpns.
Knitting: Pet Clothing
A trio of dog sweaters featuring ribbed patterns to provide thermal warmth as well as a good fit. Choose from Beaded Rib, Hearts Rib, or Mock Cable Rib pattern stitch. Top the sweater with a turtleneck, or one of the neck variations. These sweaters work up quickly in worsted weight yarn and are designed to fit a large variety of dogs.
Knitting: Tote
Sturdy felt tote bags in three sizes have novelty yarn highlights felted in. You will want to make several to use as knitting project totes, shopping, or travel bags. Choose a novelty yarn to suit your style.
Knitting: Pullover
Sheep, flowers, a fence and distant trees decorate the yoke of this classic round yoke sweater.
Crochet: Brimmed Hat
Make a whole wardrobe of these versatile, packable hats in a variety of fibers to wear year round.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Yarn Requirements: Approximately 1000 yards of a light worsted or DK weight yarn. Other weights of yarn may be used, adjusting needle size accordingly. Remember that changing the weight of yarn will change the yardage needed to make a shawl of the same size.
Knitting: Booties
Sizes: Infant’s small, medium, and large. Fits approximately 0-3 (3-6, 6-9) months.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Easy to knit hats and mittens for children and adults. Instructions given for both worsted and bulky weight yarns.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
Three blanket patterns, all in worsted weight. Patterns include Ruffled Ridges, Diamonds, and Two Color Thermal Knit.
Knitting: Animal Toy
While these soft friends are agreeable to being made in any yarn that will felt, they are extra special made in alpaca, their own fiber.
Knitting: Brimmed Hat
Sizes: Small, Medium, and Large; to fit head size of approximately 18.5” (20”, 21”). Tie allows the hat to be adjusted to fit a smaller head.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Size: Average adult. Size will vary some with different yarns. Band size can be adjusted to fit after felting.
Knitting: Brimmed Hat
The Worsted chenille is held double throughout, and the Cotton/Rayon blend is a Sport weight and held tripled through crown.