Mari Koeck
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Crochet: Baby Blanket
This pattern was a labor of love. When the first child was born to the most musical-mathematical family I know, I was struck by the thought of harmonics - musical overtones that resonate multiple octaves higher than the note you are playing. That’s what a new child is for a family, they enrich and increase the love and beauty immensely. I wante...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
I was aching to get my hands on some lace weight, self-striping yarn so I could make this wrap a reality. I wanted colors that were at the perfect balance of ostentatious and delightful and I’m thrilled with the finished result. Having the black contrast was essential to giving it the va va room that sets it over the top to being the full vivac...
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Indigo and teal water, white boats and a brick walled old city. This wrap exudes the colors and vibrancy that the beachside ancient city of Essaouira, Morocco radiates at sunset.
Crochet: Cowl
Embody the Scandinavian concept of hygge in this infinity scarf. Worked in 100% wool, extra bulky yarn - it works up in an afternoon and gives oodles of hours of coziness. The herringbone pattern is achieved by slanting front/back post stitches. It looks dramatic, but is wonderfully easy. This pattern is your first introduction to the joys of s...
Crochet: Purse / Handbag
Round and round we go! This spiral bag works up quickly and the ruffles pop from the spiral base. The perfect accessory to pull your look together.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
It’s a shrug! It’s a poncho! It’s a wrap! It’s a caplet! This convertible cozy-maker is perfect to bundle up for a woodland walk. It is worked in corner-to-corner crochet technique (diagonal rows, like entrelac) and it is remarkably intuitive and flies off the hook. I have added buttonholes on each side so that you can wear it many different wa...
Crochet: Coffee / Tea Pot
Are you hooked on The Crown and made sure not to miss the Royal Wedding? Add a touch of class to your next pot of tea with this royal, swoon worthy tea cozy. Worked from the top down with structural elements attached, you will transform your pot into a coronation crown and the perfect conversation piece for your next gathering.
Crochet: Coffee / Tea Pot
Spoil your mother this Mother’s Day with a bouquet that will last for years. This May Flowers Tea Cozy is the perfect center piece for a tea party, garden party or Mother’s Day Brunch.
Crochet: Wall Hanging
This Is not your average bunting. Equal parts geometric and lace, the shape and silhouette will add a touch of class to your next party. This works up quickly with a good balance of thickness and open work, allowing the play of light to be just as much a part of the final product as the yarn.
Crochet: Applique / Embellishment
This lovey-dovey heart can be worked in any weight yarn and in any size. I first whipped this up when I wanted a little Valentine’s Day surprise to put in my daughter’s lunchbox, but now I use them for all kinds of things. I don’t decorate my house for Valentine’s Day, but I do decorate for Galentine’s Day parties and these are 100% perfect for...
Crochet: Baby Blanket
This tunisian mitered square blanket will be the star of the show. I was finally able to hack the right decrease to give a perfect square. This high contrast, machine washable beauty is designed to be very engaging for your baby while their vision develops. It is also a great way to show your sense of style and instill a love of geometry from a...
Crochet: Scarf
This pattern is worked with flower motifs in a crochet tape technique. Alternating rows and linking to flowers in previous rows gives a dynamic flow and strength to the scarf. Color changing yarn is recommended to look like a colorful assortment of flowers. Package with a pretty ribbon to complete your posey bouquet.
Crochet: Bag - Other
Think outside the box next time you’re in a gift wrap bind. By using any combo of your yarn scraps, you can create this funky and practical re-useable gift wrapper cracker. It’s perfect for cutting down on your gift wrapping waste and it highlights the love and care you have put into the gift.
Crochet: Headband
You know what I love even more than crochet flowers? Crochet ruffles! This piece is a stunning way to differentiate your special little lady with a bit of flare. Works up quickly and can work with almost any outfit. I’d recommend using a natural fiber (especially cotton or a cotton blend for both structure and softness) - this version is adjust...