I designed the Morning Tide Shawl in Fort Lauderdale. The multi-row shell pattern causes the stitches to undulate across the shawl, just like the waves on the beach in the morning.

The Without Loss of Generality Shawl is named after a math phrase I enjoy using. In math, the phrase without loss of generality is used when the differences between cases are trivial. This lets you use a particular case to prove a more general idea. In the without loss of generality shawl, the stripes and accent rows are identical, except for t...

The Capricious Cowl changes between multiple stitch patterns and colors. The pattern uses three colors, but would look lovely with fewer or even more colors.

The Double Twist Hat features columns of ribbing that twist twice and move apart only to twist with another column before ending in a simple but elegant crown. It works up quickly and makes a cozy hat for children or adults.

The Axiom Hat uses long loop stitches in a contrast color to create a unique pattern that continues through the crown. The hat can be made in one color or two (or more) colors. For a two colored hat, you will only use one color each round, so the hat is a great introduction to multi-colored knitting. The hat works up quickly and makes a cozy ac...

The Wildflower Hexagon Blanket features an allover filet flower pattern that culminates in a shell edging.

The Diamonds in the Puffs Tote Bag is the perfect accessory for a day out.

The Starflower Filet Blanket is covered in simple filet flowers. A contrasting border adds interest and elegance. The pattern can be worked in many different yarn weights and can be made any size, making anything from a warm throw for your couch to a light baby blanket.

The Sleepy Bear Hat is the perfect accessory for the bear lover in your life (big or small).

Polychromatic is the perfect shawl to play with color. It features delicate puff stitch shells that shift from one color to the next across the shawl. Break out that special set of miniskeins, a long gradient, or get creative with leftovers. The shawl can be made with: One main color and 10-12 minis, 20-24 minis, or one main color and one contr...

The Afterglow Shawl is named for the colored light in the sky after sunset. Lace ripples grow from one vertex along two edges, blending into the main color like the sky at sunset. Puff stitches are interspersed to add texture and interest.

The Diamonds in the Puffs Rug features rows of filet diamonds surrounded by puff stitches with a border of puff stitch shells. It will add elegance, color, and texture to any room.

The Afterglow Cowl is named for the colored light in the sky after sunset. Solid sections alternate with a lace pattern that creates a gentle ripple. The pattern is very customizable. Make a solid colored cowl to highlight a special skein of yarn or use leftovers to create a cowl with different colors in each section.

After a tough year, I like the idea of starting fresh in January. The Begin Again Shawl is the perfect project to begin your new year or for whenever you need a fresh start.

Ammil - A glittering layer of ice that adorns leaves, twigs, and grass after a freeze.

The Cumulus Placemat features delicate clouds floating on a blue background with a scalloped border. It is perfect to dress up any table.

The Strawberry Tea Hat uses slipped stitches to create a zig zag pattern that culminates in a spiral crown. It works up quickly and makes a cozy accessory for anyone, adults, children, or babies.

The Rainbow Around My Shoulder Purse is the perfect accessory for a day out and will brighten up your cloudy day.

The Washtenaw Avenue Coaster features rounds of puff stitches with a border of puff stitch shells. It is perfect to dress up any table. The coaster was designed to match the Washtenaw Avenue Placemat.

The Concentric Coaster features alternating rounds of double crochet and puff stitches. It is perfect to dress up any table.

The Washtenaw Avenue Rug features a simple filet pattern reminiscent of the sun’s rays surrounded by puff stitches with a border of puff stitch shells. It is the perfect accessory to add a little color and texture to any room.

The Geddes Avenue Tote Bag is the perfect accessory for a day out.

The Diamonds in the Puffs placemat features filet diamonds surrounded by puff stitches with a border of puff stitch shells. It will add elegance to any table.

The Washtenaw Avenue Placemat features a simple filet pattern reminiscent of the sun’s rays surrounded by puff stitches with a border of puff stitch shells. It is perfect to dress up any table.

The Tappan Street Placemat features a center of filet diamonds surrounded by puff stitches. This placemat will add a cheerful touch to any table.

The Dinosaur Hat is the perfect accessory for the dinosaur lover in your life (big or small).

The Monster Hat is perfect for big and small monster loves alike.

Get 15% off when you purchase two or more patterns in the Wolverine Set, which includes a knit hat, knit scarf, crochet hat, and crochet scarf). Discount is automatically applied.

Get 15% off when you purchase two or more patterns in the Wolverine Set, which includes a knit hat, knit scarf, crochet hat, and crochet scarf). Discount is automatically applied.

Get 15% off when you purchase two or more patterns in the Wolverine Set, which includes a knit hat, knit scarf, crochet hat, and crochet scarf). Discount is automatically applied.

The Circuitous Ear Warmer features cables that create a pattern of open circles and cable twists over a circular background. The pattern is written for Aran weight yarn, but can also be made with Worsted or DK weight yarn for a thinner ear warmer.

The Where Cables Meet Ear Warmer features knit columns that weave into cables and cross each other before weaving back into cables. The pattern is written for Aran weight yarn, but can also be made with Worsted or DK weight yarn for a thinner ear warmer.

When white light is refracted through a prism, it is broken up into distinct bands of color, showing that white light is actually made up of all the colors of the rainbow.

The Frozen Lake Ear Warmer features three columns of cables that split into two parts, which twist over the front of the ear warmer.

This colorful blanket will be an instant favorite for any child. Koalas with bows (or bow ties) are surrounded by flowers. The blanket is finished with a simple border and picot edging.

The Viridescent Shawl features lacy diagonal stripes. This asymmetric triangular shawl is worked from one corner to the opposite side. The shawl is cozy and the stripes elevate it from plain to a stylish accessory.

The Prismatic blanket features filet zigzags cascading around the blanket.

The All the Leaves in the Forest Shawl features a forest of lacy trees, each surrounded by solid leaves.

Get 15% off when you purchase two or more patterns in the Wolverine Set, which includes a knit hat, knit scarf, crochet hat, and crochet scarf). Discount is automatically applied.

Once Upon a Cloud features delicate clouds floating on a blue background. The blanket is worked in the round from the center. The size is adjustable and the pattern has been tested in a variety of yarn weights.

The Winterberry Blanket is a lacy square blanket worked from the center. There is a multi-row pattern repeat, which can be worked as many times as desired before working the ruffled shell border. The blanket pattern works with any weight yarn, from fingering to bulky, and can be made any size.

The sinuous hat is full of two color cables twisting up from the brim until they meet in a unique crown. The pattern looks complex, but uses only one color on each round, making it relatively easy.

The sinuous cowl is full of two color cables twisting up from one brim to the other. The pattern looks complex, but uses only one color on each round, making it relatively easy.

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While writing this pattern, I was reminded of a trip I took last summer to Vancouver. In these times when travel isn’t possible, I hope this shawl can remind you of a special trip you have taken or a place you hope to visit.

Apricity: The warmth of the sun in winter

The Spires Shawl features a lacy chevron pattern with jagged decreases along one edge reminiscent of the spires on a castle.

The Flower Stripe Shawl is worked from one point to the opposite side increasing along one edge and decreasing along the other. It features stripes that end in a flower along the decrease edge. Finally, the shawl is finished with a flower border.

The Enamored Shawl features a solid background that alternates with stripes and special cluster stitches that create perfect pops of color. Use a gradient set or pick five (or six) different colors for greater contrast. In either case, the shawl is perfect to wrap up someone you love.

Trouvaille: Something lovely found by chance.

The Prismatic Shawl is worked on the diagonal and features filet zigzags cascading across the shawl.

Querencia is the place where you feel most yourself, or from where you draw your strength, something we can all use a little more of right now.

The stratum shawl is created by a series of layers of yarn. Each stratum, or layer, adds something special to the shawl.

Trouvaille: Something lovely found by chance.

The All The Colors Shawl is perfect for those of us who love all the colors and can’t pick just one favorite. This shawl pattern uses 5 main colors and 1 or more accent colors.

“Someday someday soon

Trouvaille: Something lovely found by chance.

The Inscribed Basket uses post stitches to inscribe patterns on top of a sc background. These decorative baskets can be used to organize your kitchen, bathroom, or living area.

A native Michigander transplanted to the east coast, I spent a week this summer enjoying the beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The lace sections of the shawl are reminiscent of the Mackinac Bridge, which takes you from the Lower Peninsula into the Upper Peninsula. The shawl is perfect for keeping warm from the breeze off of Lake Superior.

The Lake Union Bridge Shawl features lace sections, reminiscent of bridges, and post stitch rows to add texture. The pattern includes a small size, a large size, and an adjustable size where you decide how many lace sections to include and where to place them. The shawl starts at one point. Increases are made on one side and decreases along ano...

Nefelibata: One who lives in the clouds of their own imagination

The swirl of two gradients is reminiscent of old fashioned stick candy. Choose your favorite flavors to create your own Candy Stripe Shawl.

The swirl of two gradients is reminiscent of old fashioned stick candy. Choose your favorite flavors to create your own Candy Stripe Shawl.

The Diving Deep Shawl is for those who jump right in and those who prefer to stay close to the surface.

The Inscribed Blanket uses post stitches in an accent color to inscribe patterns on top of a background color to create two different designs that alternate across sections of the blanket.

The Wading In Shawl is for those who wade in slowly and stay close to the surface, and those who jump right in. The triangular shawl is worked from one corner, increasing along one side with shallow decreases along the other side to create the jagged edge. After reaching the next corner, the decreases are bigger to work back to the final point.

The Plum Blossoms Shawl is a half hexagon shaped lace shawl, featuring a flower border. It is worked from the center out and the size is completely adjustable depending on your preferences and yarn quantities.

The Forest Through the Leaves Shawl features a solid leaf shaped pattern. If you look between the leaves, you can see a forest of lacy trees.

A simple filet flower pattern makes this blanket irresistible. The pattern can be worked in many different yarn weights and can be made any size, making anything from a warm throw for your couch to a light baby blanket.

This sweet blanket uses post stitches to create an intricate design that is fun to make, a little tree sheltered by two larger trees. It would make a great addition to any nursery and can be made in a wide variety of color palettes from modern to traditional.

Propinquity is a physical closeness or proximity to something. Psychologists have found evidence of the propinquity effect, that the closer we are to desirable people or things, the more we like them.

With 12 pineapples around the edge and a filet star design, Dodeca-Pineapple is a versatile pattern. With two strands of worsted yarn it makes a cozy rug for a cold winter day. With lighter yarn, it makes a great table decoration or placemat that will add a cheerful touch to your setting.

This lightweight scarf adds a bit of color and spring to any outfit, making it the perfect accessory to transition from winter to spring.

The Winterberry Shawl is a lacy triangular shawl worked from the center. There is a multi-row pattern repeat, which can be worked as many times as desired before working the border. The shawl pattern works with any weight yarn, from lace to bulky, and can be made any size.

The blueberry shawl is a lacy triangular shawl worked from the center. There is a multi-row pattern repeat, which can be worked as many times as desired before working the border. The shawl pattern works with any weight yarn, from lace to bulky, and can be made any size.

This cowl is perfect for a foggy morning where you want to wrap your self in something cozy and curl up with tea and a good book. The pattern is easily customizable and features an easy repeat and picture tutorial.

Rainbow ridges cascade across the blanket, creating a colorful accessory for any room. Make a rainbow baby blanket, a striped blanket for your living room, or a blanket to show of a more focused color palette.

This lacy scarf makes a great addition to any outfit.

Each section of the shawl is a different lace pattern, representing one of the four seasons. The lace sections each feature simple repeats, but each new section keeps the pattern interesting to crochet.

Brumal: Of or characteristic to winter

Colorful flower squares are joined together and surrounded by a border of ridges and more colorful petals. This cheerful blanket is just the right splash of color and fun for any room.

This placemat adds a cheerful touch to any table.

The spring blooms scarf is the perfect spring accessory. It is an extra layer for cooler days and an airy accessory for warmer weather. The flower pattern and bright colors remind me of all of the flowers blooming on trees. The scarf can also be customized; make it longer or shorter, join the ends to make a cowl or infinity scarf, or increase t...

This playful blanket will be an instant favorite for any little girl, a sky full of butterflies, surrounded by colorful flowers. The unique multi-colored border adds to the blanket’s cheerful appeal. The flowers and butterflies are part of the squares and are worked as you make each square so there is nothing to attach later.

Several different stitch patterns and colors come together to make this cozy blanket. It will be loved by any new parent and can also be made larger for any room in your home. The mixed stitch pattern makes the blanket interesting to crochet as well.

This heart makes a lovely table decoration, wall hanging, or pillow, or potholder.

The Tulip Garden Mandala is a little bit of spring in the middle of winter. It makes a lovely table decoration, placemat, wall hanging, or pillow.

These star ornaments make a beautiful addition to your Christmas decorations. Instructions are also included to make a garland out of the individual motifs.

This infinity scarf is cozy and reversible, making it a great accessory for all of those cold winter days. One side looks like knitted stitches, while the other has a squiggly pattern.

This headband is cozy and reversible, making it a great accessory for all of those cold winter days. One side looks like knitted stitches, while the other has a squiggly pattern.

These coasters are both practical and decorative. They will add a beautiful touch to your coffee or kitchen table and when made with thicker yarn, make a lovely potholder.

The blanket I made measures approximately 32 in square. Instructions are also included to make the blanket larger or smaller. A larger blanket would work nicely for an older child or adult, or for any room in your home.

This headband makes a wonderful accessory for all ages, baby to adult.

This headband makes a wonderful accessory for all ages, baby to adult.

This headband makes a wonderful accessory for all ages, baby to adult.

This headband makes a wonderful accessory for all ages, baby to adult.

This headband makes a wonderful accessory for all ages, baby to adult.

The unique construction of this scarf makes it thick and cozy, the perfect winter accessory. The hidden diamonds are revealed when the scarf is stretched.

This playful twist on the chevron pattern works up quickly and will be a sweet gift for any new baby. You can change the colors to match any palette. A larger blanket would work nicely for an older child or adult, or for any room in your home.

This is a sweet bag for any little girl, ready to be filled with all of her favorite things.

This is a sweet bag for any little girl, ready to be filled with all of her favorite things.

This is a fun bag for any little girl, ready to be filled with prized toys and other favorite things.

This bowl is easy to make and great for storage. It is perfect for toys in a child’s room, or to add color and organization to your kitchen, bathroom, or living area.

This bowl is easy to make and great for storage. It is perfect for toys in a child’s room, or to add color and organization to your kitchen, bathroom, or living area.

This bowl is easy to make and great for odds and ends. It is perfect for a child’s room, or to add color and organization to your kitchen, bathroom, or living area.

These bright bowls are easy to make and are great for storing keys and other odds and ends. These baskets can be used to organize toys in your child’s room, or to add color and organization to your kitchen, bathroom, or living area.

This flower is very versatile. It makes a great decoration, bookmark, or appliqué.

This flower is very versatile. It is beautiful on its own, and makes a great addition to hats, purses, and other accessories.

This scarf is a colorful accessory for the summer. It will brighten any outfit. You can change the colors to suit your palette and wardrobe.

This easy to crochet blanket makes a beautiful addition to any nursery. The simple pattern works up quickly and makes a cozy gift for any baby. A larger blanket would work nicely for an older child or adult, or for any room in your home. You can change the color pattern to match any palette or work the blanket in a solid color or simple stripe ...

Size: The flowers have been tested in a wide range of yarn types.

Size: Each coaster is approximately 4 ¼“ in diameter, but will vary based on yarn and hook used.

These flowers are beautiful by themselves. They also make a great addition to hats, purses, and other handmade items this summer. Using worsted weight yarn, each flower measures approximately 4 inches wide. However, flowers can be made with any weight yarn.

This cute bowl is easy to make and has endless storage potential.

This bag is fun, bright, and perfect for summer. This could be a fun summer purse for an adult, or a whimsical bag for a little girl to carry her favorite things.

This basket is easy to make and has endless storage potential.

Size: Each coaster is approximately 4 ¼“ in diameter, but will vary based on yarn and hook used.

Size: Each finished coaster measures approximately 4 ¾ inches wide and 4 ¾ inches tall.

These butterflies make great additions to everything, from headbands and hats to blankets. With worsted weight yarn, these butterflies make great coasters.

These coasters are great for summer.