A collection of three easy headbands and scarves, two knit and one crocheted.

A great first cables project! Don’t be intimidated, cables are much easier than they look. If you can count your rows and knit and purl you can make this scarf!

This pattern is a part of the Designers’ Dogs collaboration, the brainchild of Handworks NW and Knitted Wit. The collection is a love letter to our pups. Lorajean and her dyers created ten beautiful colors inspired by the best doggo friends of ten talented designers, and they created some real magic. Knitted Wit DK is the featured yarn, and eac...

This pattern was originally published as Knitting Bee’s contribution to the 2020 Rose City Yarn Crawl in Portland, Oregon. The pattern is also part of the 2020 Pattern Collection: Birds of the Pacific Northwest.

Barnes Luxe knits up quickly in the round using easy knit one, purl one ribbing and a clever decreasing for the crown. Written for a heavy worsted weight yarn, the hat is very stretchy and will fit most heads.

This pattern was originally published as Knitting Bee’s contribution to the 2019 Rose City Yarn Crawl, March 7-10, 2019 in Portland, Oregon. Each shop’s pattern(s) will be available free with purchase at that shop during the Rose City Yarn Crawl. All patterns will also be available for download individually or as part of our 2019 Collection: A ...

This pattern was originally published as Knitting Bee’s contribution to the 2019 Rose City Yarn Crawl, March 7-10, 2019 in Portland, Oregon. Each shop’s pattern(s) will be available free with purchase at that shop during the Rose City Yarn Crawl. All patterns will also be available for download individually or as part of our 2019 Collection: A ...

This pattern was originally published as Knitting Bee’s contribution to the 2018 Rose City Yarn Crawl, March 1 – 4, 2018 in Portland, Oregon. Each shop’s pattern(s) will be available free with purchase at that shop during the Rose City Yarn Crawl. All patterns will also be available for download individually or as part of our 2018 Collection: W...

This pattern was originally published as Knitting Bee’s contribution to the 2018 Rose City Yarn Crawl, March 1 – 4, 2018 in Portland, Oregon. Each shop’s pattern(s) will be available free with purchase at that shop during the Rose City Yarn Crawl. All patterns will also be available for download individually or as part of our 2018 Collection: W...

This easy cabled hat goes from basic to super sassy when you top it with a great big faux fur pom pom. Of course, a great big yarnie pom pom will do in a pinch!

Get Cozy is a long and lovely cowl worked up in the round using only knit and purl stitches to create an interesting texture. It can be worn loose and open, or doubled around the neck to chase off chilly breezes.

Sometimes you just need to chill. Slip on this marled cowl, close your eyes and breathe. * In. Out. Repeat from *

This pattern was originally published as Knitting Bee’s contribution to the 2017 Rose City Yarn Crawl, March 2 – 5, 2017 in Portland, Oregon.

There’s still time to knit a few last minute gifts, and this pattern is my gift to you!

This pattern was originally published as Knitting Bee’s contribution to the 2016 Rose City Yarn Crawl, March 3 – 6, 2016 in Portland, Oregon. All patterns are available for download individually or as part of our 2016 eBook: Oregon Grows Great Things: 2016 Rose City Yarn Crawl Pattern Collection.

Western Sword Fern carpet the moist, shady understory of Oregon forests at lower elevations. Coastal Indian tribes called the fern Pala Pala and used it as a protective layer in cooking pits and storage baskets, as floor and bed coverings, as a food source, and in medicines. Their kids played a game called Pala Pala where the object was to pluc...

Whether you’re walking in the woods or headed to the pub, the Woodsman Hat will keep your noggin nice and toasty. Suitable for new knitters, the hat features very easy stitch patterns and easy to follow written instructions.

Super chunky, super quick, super cute Christmas stocking to decorate your mantle. You’ll work 3 different stitch patterns including nupps, a checkerboard, and a reverse stockinette tree.

This easy chunky hat features a ribbed edging, a reverse stockinette stitch body, and quick decreases at the crown. Top if off with a jumbo pom pom!

Whether you’re walking in the woods or headed to the pub, the Woodsman Scarf will keep you nice and toasty. Suitable for new knitters, the scarf combines several very easy stitch patterns and a nice slip stitch edge.

These cozy fingerless mitts feature an easy slip stitch pattern and include instructions for two different edgings, ribbed and picot (so it’s like getting two patterns in one!). They knit up quickly and make great gifts.

Named for the Hawaiian moon goddess, Mahina showcases two special yarns and two easy stitch patterns. Stockinette stitch rings of Kidsilk Haze held together with a fingering weight yarn alternate with rings of airy lace where the Kidsilk Haze is worked alone. Slight shaping results in a cowl that is just a bit smaller at the top edge and lays n...

This chunky hat for guys and gals features easy stranded colorwork. Extra long ribbing means you can wear it cuffed like a beanie or un-cuffed and slouchy.

An adorable zippered pouch made with Tunisian stitches, a cross between knitting and crochet.

Rose City locals head to Sauvie Island for farm stands, nude beaches and u-pick berry fields. These cozy handwarmers feature tangy Estonian braids and juicy stranded colorwork. Wear them when it drizzles for a cheery reminder of summer days spent picking berries on the island. Pattern includes written instructions for the braids and charts for ...

These colorful wristlets will keep your pulse points warm while you craft or keyboard, plus they’re a kick to knit!

This pretty spa set includes instructions for both a facecloth and soap pouch and can be made from one skein of Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima.

This lovely crocheted headscarf is perfect for highlighting a small amount of a special yarn. It’s worked flat using basic crochet stitches to make a pretty shell stitch pattern. Ties on each end secure the scarf at the nape of the neck.

Knit this sweet headband up in just an hour or so. It’s perfect for showcasing a small amount of gorgeous yarn!

Cover your head with a cute little kerchief-style headband!

Get in the holiday spirit with this cheery striped hat named for two of our favorite stop-motion elves.

Named for the Jerbourg Peninsula in Guernsey, this soft and cozy scarf looks great on both men and women. It features alternating blocks of traditional Guernsey stitch patterns and easy to follow written instructions.

Generous fringe and a beautiful color-shifting yarn take this easy crochet scarf from simple to spectacular.

These hearty mitts feature tasty staggered cables and coordinate with the Imperial Stout Cap. They are generously sized and perfect for fly fishing, chilly steering wheels, texting, and (of course) hoisting a pint at the neighborhood pub.

A hearty topper for men or women featuring a cozy folded ribbing and tasty staggered cables. The cap is very stretchy and will fit most teens and adults. Tammy has also designed a pair of matching mitts for men, Imperial Stout Mitts.

This luxurious cowl has the look of an elegantly draped shawlette. Work it up in a super soft yarn and you’ll never want to take it off!

Special Offer: This pattern is available for free when you purchase Katia Junior at our shop in Portland, Oregon or online at theknittingbee.com.

Barnes knits up quickly in the round using a simple ribbing and a clever decrease stitch for the crown. Written in one size, the hat is very stretchy and will fit most heads. Wear it tall like a retro ski cap, relaxed and slouchy, or as a watchcap (just fold up the brim).

This cozy oversized cowl works up “zippity-zip” in a yummy super bulky yarn on #17 or 19 circular needles.

The perfect crocheted accessory to keep you cozy on chilly days! This cuddly cowl hooks up in a flash using super bulky yarn and easy stitches, including a fun picot edging.

Eight patterned blocks combine with eight garter stitch blocks for a generously sized afghan. Knit in blocks or strips, your choice!

Notes

This pattern was originally published as part of Knitting Bee’s contribution to the 2014 Rose City Yarn Crawl, February 27 - March 2, 2014 in Portland, Oregon.

Let Rudolf light your sleigh tonight!

This quick and easy cowl is knit in the round using a chunky yarn and an easy, undulating mistake rib pattern. Wear it long and scarf-like or doubled for warmth, you’ll love it either way!

This slightly slouchy beanie features a cool chevron pattern made up of simple knits and purls.

Inspired by the soaring steel triangles that support the iconic arch of Portland’s Fremont Bridge, Vintage Fremont is primarily knit in garter stitch with a series of lacy eyelet wedges worked along one edge. Simple increases along the opposite edge grow the knitted fabric into a gracefully asymetrical shawlette. When it’s time to bind off, you...

Large needles, super bulky yarn held double … you can whip up this cozy garter stitch hat in an evening. Don’t forget to add a super-sized pom pom!

This pretty cowl knits up quickly in the round with just one skein of luxurious worsted weight alpaca blend yarn. The Fern Lace stitch pattern takes on a swirling slant as you knit.

Designed for the 2012 Rose City Yarn Crawl, this pattern is available free at Knitting Bee’s shop in Portland, Oregon.

This over-sized cowl is worked flat in a chunky ribbing and then given a twist before seaming. Tacking the fabric at the seam reduces bulk and provides a flattering shape when worn.

Inspired by her friend Heather’s long & funky fingerless gloves, Elena designed these mitts and shared the pattern with Knitting Bee for our Holiday 2011 newsletter.

Wrap your shoulders in cozy cables!

Designed in anticipation of Sock Summit 2009, this comfy baby blanket was inspired by the city of Portland, Oregon and the knitting charts in Barbara G. Walker’s Charted Knitting Designs: A Third Treasury (Schoolhouse Press, 1998).

Designed to coordinate with the Hive Hat, these colorful fingerless mitts can be worked on dpns or your favorite circular knitting method. A large buttonhole creates a clever opening for your thumb. Alternate 5 different colors of Classy, or use up choice morsels from your stash!