miniHEARTS are fun and very fast to knit.

The craze for Assigned Pooling continues! This small crescent shaped scarf/shawlette plays with the random spacing of a designed yarn that pools. Don’t fight it….use it! This neck piece (think tucked inside a winter coat for a splash of color) makes use of only 1 skein of sock yarn dyed (by you? or others) in the Assigned Pooling technique. I l...

Montecito Cowl is a simple and dramatic use of two (or more) contrasting color ways and slipped stitches. The knit/purl of the knitted stitches form a small bump that looks like a knot. AND…with this easy to memorize sequence of stitches, you will only use one color every two rows!

Lazy Lacy? Because the lace section is so simple you can memorize and relax while speedily knitting to the top. Yes, it is a toe up sock and with a really cool “afterthought” heel. The afterthought heel shows off your yarn pattern AND you can add attitude with a spot of color here. To the toes too! Cuff. Why not?

This is NOT your Grandmother’s Water Bottle Cozy!

Super EASY to knit….and super FREE.

SUPER fast and SUPER cozy cowl for when you want to be toasty. This SUPER bulky yarn knits fast….in an afternoon! Two distinct rows make the cowl SUPER easy to remember plus the cowl is SUPER warm and filled with air pockets. Did I mention it was SUPER easy? Probably.

Whip up this easy but engaging slipped stitch shawl to grace your shoulders while wearing jeans, linen dress, or elegant silk pants.

Celebrate COWL SEASON!

Padero: think clean lines and elegant shape! The pattern is designed to make the most of the wonderful Shibui VINE yarn, a paper core with cotton/silk threads to create a linen like fiber that is all together unique.

New baby? NOTHING better!

mantra is a quiet knit…an easy 6 row repeat done on the bias.

Surrounded by beauty? Soaring cliffs and dolphins?

Roll with the rippling waters……rip-tide makes the MOST of Ripple yarn by Tahki Yarns. The crazy thick and thin cotton does all the hard work.

This breezy easy poncho makes extraordinary use of the thick and thin quality of Tahki Ripple yarn. Knit to a large gauge the usual knit stitches look a little like lace (but without the effort!) A textured border and detail at the neck make for an interesting counterbalance to the simple design.

This eye catching cowl, mobius, or scarf (your choice) uses a mix of a speckle or gradient yarn mixed with a tonal or solid to play off the exotic selection. Make 8” - 11” wide by changing the number of cast on stitches. You will have plenty of yarn, so knit until the length you want….super long to wrap 2-3 times? a shorter cowl as shown? With ...

These Koolster Socks are knit in a slightly heavier weight than normal…and from the TOE UP. Very easy introduction for those wanting to learn to knit socks. Much easier starting with this DK weight.

If you are a fan of SELFies…..you NEED to knit this CELLfie….so your phone is always at hand.

If you are a fan of SELFies…..you NEED to knit this CELLfie….so your phone is always at hand.

Knit this Oh-So-French pillow using the intriguing ENTRELAC (French for interlace) technique. Pattern can be knit in any yarn and any size. Directions are included on how to make larger or smaller.

Easy introduction to entrelac knitting.

Why NOT knit this WHY KNOT cowl?

A simple “watch cap” with a super wide brim to roll up in jaunty fashion, or pull down over your ears in the snow or wind. Three sizes to fit ages for teen to seniors. Using a super stretchy cast on (video link provided) you can knit this hat in less than a day. 2x2 rib is an accent to the pretty and easy crown decreases. Add a pompom?

pillowTALK is a lumbar type pillow knit in worsted weight yarn. Great for a teen’s bedroom to cuddle on BFF sleep overs……to decorate your sofa….to support your sore back…or for a nursing mother to cradle her newborn.

DRIFT is a classic, simple, and elegant poncho with amazing drape. The positive ease makes it suitable for all sizes and body types. The bottom border and shoulder detail of contrasting color (if you wish) takes this poncho from a too-simple-boring shape to an eye catching garment. Special detailing at the shoulder, drop stitch detail at the ne...

Unwind that fabulous cashmere (or alpaca, or ??) and knit a web of gorgeous coziness!

Our pets deserve handknits!

A basic baby blanket in stockinette with a seed stitch border.This yarn is the perfect size to wrap around a newborn or for an older child to use in the car seat or stroller. It is large enough to be cozy but small enough that it is easy to take along on all your adventures!

This is a simple but quirky V neck pullover that makes the most of this silk and linen blend of Flaxen. Top down, raglan shaping, and a fun asymmetric shaping to make it different. The German Short rows are easily spelled out, row by row, to take the fear out of short rows!

A shawl for your neck . Cozy . Feminine .

A cardigan to sing along with Mick Fleetwood while driving your vintage Fleetwood Cadillac. How cool would that be!

TWIXIE is a breezy, open front cardigan for your (no lower a pixie, but not yet a teen) beauty. In sizes 10 and 12, this cardigan is a simple, casual (and elegant enough to dress up for dinner) sweater. Super easy top down, raglan sleeves (to the elbow), with a clever half twisted rib going down the front and traveling to the sides…making for a...

“SISSY” is the slightly naughty sister of “NICKS”. Short in the back to show off a flirty backside, longish in the sides for drama, and a v-neck front to show off your newest neckpiece. A tunic for all seasons: wear a tank under for the summer and a turtleneck for fall. You can choose to leave the front open (like a sleeveless cardigan) or part...

A slightly flared, above the knee flowing summer vest with textural interest on the front panels. This vest is a negative ease pattern, and is meant to flow with the breeze. Front edging can be increased for more coverage if desired. Knit with a larger gauge than usual to accent the flowing style. Wear with linen pants or leggings and make a dr...

Leeward to BoraBora? Cruising past Maui? Going to dinner downtown? Perfect rustic v-neck tee to wear over jeans or dress up your silk pants. Tee has a deep V, stitch detailing on the sides, then split so the back is knit longer than the front. Slight A line shaping. Sleeves end above the elbow. Go bold and add a contrasting color in the last ro...

nicks is a great….. poncho? coverup? summer statement piece! Throw it on over jeans and take a walk in the park. Add feathers and become the diva on stage.

Like a zap from the sky, this thunderstorm of a gradient will enliven your day or night. Starting with just after sunset and intersected with a solid chevron, BOLT travels through the night sky to midnight.

Stunning cowl, either mobius or infinity…..lace work and seed stitch combined to create an easy to learn pattern. easy for a beginner to grasp, but enough of a challenge for an advanced knitter. Wear as a long dramatic wrap…or doubled around your neck for chilly nights. Both written and charted directions.

Quick knit! Mitts with a fool-the-eye mock cable to look difficult, but can be knit in a night. Use a bulky yarn for quick results, or scale down the gauge, add a few stitches, and make a more delicate mitt. Sure to warm hands on a chilly day or night. These mitts are knit flat, then seamed up the side. (Thank you Judge Robin for the inspiratio...

Are you cool? Are you hip? Are you a little off center and march to your own drummer? COOLSTER is for you! A triangular shawl with a twist on symmetry. One side is simple lace and one side is simple knit to show off the luxuriousness of the silk/linen blend of Flaxen. Then a quirky turn at the edge…asserting it’s uber-coolster-ness!

Knit up this rapturous scarf and live a little (or a lot)!

l.o.b (Lightness Of Being)

A French game of chance, peril will allow your secret “risk taking inner self” to play while you create an entirely one-of-a-kind shawl. This triangular shawl uses a pair of dice (or free smartphone app) to determine a random stitch pattern on the body. Will you play?

This easy bottom to top and back down the back Poncho is simple, but with enough interest to keep the pattern enjoyable. Easy cables can be done without a cable needle (to learn a new technique!). The 4 stitch lace pattern is easily memorized. The pattern is both charted and written, with instructions to make wider or longer.

The SAMIcardi is a quick cardigan for the “tween” girl, in 2 sizes: 10 and 12. This is an easy top down, raglan sleeve knit, with some yarn over design details to add a feminine quality. A slight “v” neck can be closed with a toggle, a button, or left open for a breezy look.

A dramatic rolled-edge Striped Shaw using 2 colors.

WINDswept? Because you will feel light as a bird in flight wearing this airy,flowing, linen duster. Make a scene entering the party or slip away on your Harley, tails flying! Grab your needles and be swept in to this easy-breezy knit.

Very simple and fast baby/toddler square blanket. Tosh Chunky makes for a fast knit and the pattern so simple you can watch your favorite movie or chat at the same time. Make this a rectangle by casting on fewer stitches and adjusting the knit panels accordingly.

The MåREN shawlette is constructed by knitting side to side: the right hand side first, casting on and knitting together with the center lace panel, then knitting the left side. Pattern is adaptable to any size yarn from fingerling to light dk, just adjust needle size for optimum drape. This shawlette is casually based on the Faroe Island shawl...

This infinity cowl wraps around your neck like the Nile wraps around Egypt. Inspired by a tour of the archeology sites surrounding the blue-green Nile, this cowl is so simple to knit, yet achieves the elegance of the bas-reliefs of Luxor. Perhaps Nefertiti knit her beautiful cabled braids from spun gold? Her braids and lace like jewels reflecte...

A one arm shawl with attitude! Arty, eccentric, and practical. Slip your left arm in to the kimono style sleeve and toss the long wrap over your right shoulder. Let it hang in an asymmetrical pose, secure to the left front with a shawl pin…..or toss over your shoulder with panache. This is an easy knit, beginning at the bottom of the shawl, wor...

A flowing vest with solid sst lower half (to showcase the yarn) and lace upper half (to add texture). The vest is knitted in one piece, starting at the lower edge (back and both fronts together), continuing to the underarms, then splitting to knit fronts and back separately, then rejoined at the upper edge to finish. The fall version used Dream...

This long swingy kimono style long vest is meant as a decoration on the body as opposed to something that will keep you warm. Easily made larger, should you wish. Options are included for knitting the Moderno Kimono differently….EX: Use a DK/light worsted weight yarn rather rather than double stranding and making the yoke a different stitch pat...

This is a loose fitting swing type vest. I used a fingerling yarn (doubled), but any aran weight, knit with a single strand, would also work. With the fingerling weight, I used 2600 yards, which would be 1300 yards in an aran weight gauge.

Easy triangular pattern alternating sst and a modified linen stitch to achieve texture. The size can vary depending on yarn selected and needle size. ANY yarn can be used. Fingering, for example, can be knit double stranded, or add another yarn for textural interest. If knit single ply, fingering weight, just need to knit more rows to achieve w...