Worked from the top down, this little shawl is shaped so that it rests nicely on your shoulders. Covered in chújú, or daisies, this shawl is the perfect addition to your spring wardrobe. Make it smaller or bigger to fit your needs!

A little change here, a little change there, and the stitch pattern from Kuaile starts to look like lóngyǎn, or “dragon eyes.” Knit from the bottom up, the shawl comes in two different versions, an all-over lace body or a stockinette body, and is customizable any size. The center lace pattern is reminiscent of scales, and continues up the spine...

Kuàilè means “happiness” or “joy” in Chinese, an apt description for the person who inspired this shawl! Based on the Frost Flowers pattern, this shawl is knitted in two pieces and grafted in the middle, creating lovely scallops on the edge and a unique oval pattern in the center.

The top edge is constructed at the same time as the rest of the shawl. The all-over lace pattern reminds me of seaweed waving back and forth, while the end transitions into a pattern that looks like mermaid tails. The beads add a little weight and a shimmery touch to the ocean-themed shawl. The all-over lace pattern can be done as many times as...

In a “twist” on the stitch pattern, the Honeycomb Twist is worked only on the side, creating a simple, yet elegant sock that is quick to knit. The plain stockinette offers rest while the lace and cables add enough interest to keep you knitting. Before you know it, you’ll be done!

Worked from point-to-point, Sumire’s Shawl uses the most of a skein of lace yarn. This shawl takes the concepts from Geoui and adds some complexity, creating a lovely shawl that is delicate and beautiful. The shawl is named after the flowery patterns in the body and motifs; “sumire” means violet in Japanese.

Cables and lace combine to create this wonderfully textured hat. Patterned allover, the ribbing transitions organically to the lace and cables, while the crown decreases are incorporated into the cabling, creating a smooth, clean movement toward the center of the hat.

Hanataba means “bouquet” in Japanese, and certainly, there are many flowers in this shawl, from the floral edging to the increases that look like hanging flowers. The shawl is worked from the center outward, in three different sizes, with the option to create a larger shawl.

Wondering what to do with all that leftover lace yarn? Featuring a lacy flower in the center, Wood Lily was specifically designed to use up leftovers from a lace shawl. The sample used less than 180 yds.

Lace. Cables. Ribbing. These mitts are the perfect combination of the three. Patterned allover, the ribbing keeps the mitts comfortably snug around your hands and wrists. Lace and cables flow organically from the ribbing, while the thumb gusset transitions smoothly from between purl stitches.

Bǎoshí means “precious stone” in Chinese, a fitting name for the diamond-like lace pattern. This shawl is worked from the bottom up and the lace edging is worked as you go, making it easily customizable to any size you prefer.

This shawl was inspired by the idea of scallops. I see scallops often in crochet, but not as often in knitting. As I worked the scallop, I decided to add a daisy to each scallop, creating the edging on this shawl.

Inspired by the motifs on Kali’s Cowl, Geoui is a shawl that is worked from point-to-point. Gorgeously lacy and dangerously addicting, the edging is worked as you go, so you can make the most of the yarn you have by working half of your yarn to the increases before decreasing.

This little flower was designed to coordinate with Kali’s Cowl. It’s great for using up any scraps you have lying around.

My friend Kali is the most amazingly fashionable lady I know. She has this eye for style and clothes that I could never hope to have. When she asked me to make her a cowl, I knew I wanted to make her something that would fit right into her wardrobe. Thus, Kali’s Cowl was born.

A small simple snowflake to grace your ears, these snowflakes are only 3 rounds to make. They only utilize chain, double crochet, and slip stitches, making it perfect for someone just beginning crocheting (try it with larger yarn first), and a great entry into thread crochet. Each snowflake took less than 15 minutes.

Here’s a quick and easy hat that’s perfect for gift giving or keeping for yourself! This hat is simple enough for diving into colorwork or knitting a hat for the first time because there’s no shaping until you reach the crown shaping. It’s also great for using up those odds and ends in the colorwork.

When I first saw this motif, it reminded me of a little bud, just making its way out of the leaves, almost like how I was poking my head out into my own designs. Thus, I named the pattern “Budding Shawlette.” The pattern has a little of everything, making it just right for trying out new techniques, from learning how to make a top down shawl, t...

These hackysacks are quick to make, plus they only use up slightly less than 10 yards, so they are perfect for random little balls of yarn you have lying around. They make great gifts for kids and can be stuffed with polyfill for some soft balls to throw around.