Designed for the 2024 Steel Valley Yarn Crawl, this is a uniquely textured rectangular scarf with a knitted one-row openwork pattern that lies flat and resembles crochet. Although the stitch is very rhythmic and easy to memorize, the resulting fabric is compact, so a needle size two or three sizes larger than recommended on the ball band should...

This is a uniquely textured rectangular scarf with a pattern stitch that looks like brioche ribbing, but it is actually a much easier to knit clever slip stitch pattern. This piece also features a tidy edging to help it lie flat. The pattern stitch detail will be enhanced by variegated, speckled or tonal hand-dyed yarns.

This rectangular textured scarf is knit in two pieces. It is joined at the center back with a three-needle bindoff to maintain the integrity of the faux scallops ridged slip stitch pattern. It features an i-cord edging to prevent pattern curling up the sides.

This rectangular, textured scarf was designed for the 2022 Steel Valley Yarn Crawl with an exclusive colorway from Dream In Color, “Splish Splash”. The wavy, single rib on a checked background symbolizes the ripples created by mermaids frolicking in the sea. Option given for DK weight yarn ~ 540 yards and US7 needles. Get your mermaid vibe on!

This rectangular textured scarf was designed by Kathy to showcase SKACEL COLLECTION’s 2021 Color of The Year, Fabulous Flamingo. The piece is worked in two pieces with a slip stitch edge and then joined at the center back neck with a 3-needle bind off technique. Look closely — the Ridged Slip Stitch pattern resembles little flamingo legs crossi...

This scarf pattern is an original design by Kathy Zimmerman, created to celebrate the 40th ruby anniversary of our years in business. The openwork pattern features four decorative lace knot stitch rib, alternating with vertical welt ribs winding their way up the scarf. For the project, Kathy chose a luxurious merino/cashmere blend to commemorat...

Debuted during the 2019 Steel Valley Yarn Crawl, this ripple texture hat is sized to fit the entire family. Instructions are given for knitting in the round (circularly).

Most lace patterns place the yarn-overs and decreases close together. However, in one group of lace patterns called Delayed Decrease patterns, the yarn-overs occur together and then the decreases occur together. The best known of these is Old Shale, showcased in this basic cardigan design featuring modified drop shoulders and a V-neckline. Ever...

This versatile textured hat looks great on everybody. Instructions are given for knitting flat (worked back and forth) and in the round (circularly). A slouchy version is also given.

This classic design is the perfect accessory for all seasons -- wear it over a jacket to the office or a tee top with your favorite jeans. Choose your favorite luxurious DK yarn and work the desired circumference (tube or loop). Worked in the round means no seaming required.

This cozy texture-and-rib hat can be knit in the round in either beanie or slouchy versions. It has a companion cowl to create a delightful duo sure to keep you winter ready!

This easy textured hat may be worked flat with straight knitting needles or in the round using circular knitting needles. Add a trio of tendrils and your darling little baby, or child, will look cute as a pumpkin!

This classic design is the perfect accessory for all seasons -- wear it over a jacket to the office or a tee top with your favorite jeans. Choose a drapey yarn to showcase this textured ripple stitch pattern. The easy-to-memorize simple pattern repeat is ideal for an “on the go” project.

Kathy Zimmerman designed this easy-to-knit textured rib scarf and cowl loop for the 2015 Steel Valley Yarn Crawl. You may knit it straight for a scarf, or join the cast-on and bind-off ends for an infinity loop.

This is the quintessential lace scarf to welcome spring and the warm weather season. It is worked in two halves and joined at the center. The border is worked in smocked lace pattern, and the remainder of the scarf is worked in bottle stitch. Directions are given in text and chart format.

Kathy Zimmerman never met a cable she didn’t like! This lightweight, long-sleeved, crewneck pullover features a trio of staggered open cables alternating with honeycomb cells, separated by K2 ribs and an allover combination rib, for contemporary Aran styling. Worked in a luxurious DK alpaca and merino blend, it’s sure to become your favorite “ ...

This easy-to-knit textured cowl pattern was originally designed for the 2014 Steel Valley Yarn Crawl. Kathy also has matching boot liners, a scarf, fingerless texting mitts and a hat

This “chill chaser” scarf features a fascinating, easy-to-knit textured blocks pattern with garter stitch edging. Worked in a bright color with a fabulous fiber, it’s just right on a winter’s night!

Mitts are worked flat, then folded and seamed. The leaves are knit separately and then sewn on to the fronts of the mittens. Two variations are included for the little one that still needs to find a thumb to suck, and for preemies and newborns.

These easy-to-knit textured mitts will keep you cozy, while letting fingers free for texting, driving or working on your computer.

These easy to knit textured ribbed boot toppers will keep you cozy and dry our in the grden or out in the rain. Knit in the round with your choice of double~pointed needles, two circular needles or magic loop method.

Kathy has interpreted knitted lace into a beautiful, unique V~shaped wrap, transforming an exquisite hand~dyed silk and wool blend into a delicate, airy fabric traced with a pleasingly intricate patterning.

This seamless textured lace loop is worked

This easy textured rib scarf has thermal properties, perfect to chase away the chill.