Quiet Colors - a small pattern collection from October House Fiber Arts.  Simple, yet sophisticated designs that work in anyone’s wardrobe.

Socks are worked from the cuff down. They are knit with a heel flap, heel turn and gusset.

These were inspired by all the hiking we do. Walking up and down all those switchbacks! Zigging and zagging.

Stoles are incredibly versatile, and this one especially so. By making it a generous width and length, you get a piece that can serve as a warm wrap, a scarf or a shawl. If you want to feel truly warm and snuggly on a brisk day, wrap this around your neck like an oversize scarf. You’ll never want to take it off!

My favorite sock patterns are those that look interesting when worn, but are deceptively simple to knit. I think these fit the bill. The stitch pattern is easily memorized, with just enough going on to keep your interest, but not so complex that you have to concentrate too much. And the finished sock is rather like a classical greek column, hen...

Quick and classic fingerless mitts with an overall textured design.

I wear a lot of shawls around the house and studio, so I’m always on the hunt for a new project to cast on. I was looking for a shawl that had a stockinette lower border, since that’s the part that keeps my arms from freezing as I sit at my desk, usually under a ceiling fan. Combined with an easy, but pretty lace pattern that’s simple to memori...

ERRATA Sept. 26, 2014 : Corrected version uploaded and available. The original chart shows just one repeat of the pattern when it should show 3 repeats. A new, corrected chart has been uploaded.

Slipped stitch sprigs turn left and right in this easy charted pattern.

I designed these for my husband, who wanted a really snug fitting pair of mitts. He can play his mandolin or guitar with these on and still have warm hands! And once I got them finished, I liked them so much, I made a pair for myself in blue.

Keep your hands warm while exploring with these textured mitts. Great for men or women.

A simple, classic ribbed sock with just enough interest along the top of the leg to give them a nice grip, and an interesting pattern to enjoy knitting. These are just perfect for the guy in your life who loves hand knit socks, but doesn’t want anything too “colorful” or “fussy.” Of course, they also work wonderfully with colorful yarns!

An easy, yet interesting slip-stitch pattern gives these socks a great textured look. These started with a stitch pattern I loved, but it didn’t work in the round. I added a stitch and lo….an addictive pattern was born!

A simple, snuggly cowl to protect your neck from those winter winds. A quick knit worked from the top down.

This is a quick and easy fingerless mitt from one skein of yarn. My hands are usually cold, especially when working on my computer at my office! I made these mitts to easily slip on when my fingers ice over.