Gabrielle Vansteelandt
Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Jack Frost may be nipping at your nose this winter, but at least we’ve got your ears covered! The “Amanda’s Winter Hat” knitting pattern was designed for the adventurous beginner knitter. With sections of half-twisted rib and reverse stockinette, this pattern couldn’t be easier or more fun. Add this one-of-a-kind hat to your first snowfall ward...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Coat / Jacket
Goblins, witches and ghosts, OH MY! The Little Boo Ghost Costume is a perfect beginner pattern for introducing intarsia knitting. With easy-to-follow instructions and chart, your little trick-or-treater will be ready to scare the neighbours in no time. This pattern includes a boo-face poncho and a matching winter hat, knit almost entirely in st...
Knitting: Cowl, Beanie, Toque
What could be better than freshly fallen snow? Making tracks in the snow, of course! There is just something about putting our stamp… literally stamping our feet in new snow… that brings out our inner child and puts a smile on our faces. The “Snowprints Winter Accessory Set” was designed as a reminder of those long-ago winter days when we raced...
Knitting: Scarf
Do you need a pop of colour? A bit of texture? With this simple knitted scarf, you will have a fun fashion accessory that will never go out of style! The “Fringe It Fashion Scarf” is an easy beginner knitting pattern that uses one of the two foundation stitches of knitting… the knit stitch. Designed as a quick knit beginner project, this scarf ...
Knitting: Cowl
The “Rib It Fashion Cowl,” with its beautifully variegated colouring, is the perfect Fall accessory. Reminiscent of the changing colours of the leaves, this lovely neckpiece heralds the colder weather with a classic, sophisticated style. This cold-weather accessory will become a wardrobe staple in no time.
Knitting: Headband
Need an alternative to a winter hat? We’ve got your ears covered! The “Cable It Fashion Headband” is a great option for a brisk day outside. Knitted flat using garter stitch and a simple cable, this headband is a great introduction for beginner knitters to using a cable needle. Sometimes the most complicated-looking designs are in fact the easi...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This simple hat leaves quite an impression, with its “baa-baa” beautiful little lamb ears, easy stitch patterns, and decreasing techniques. Best of all, you can knit this hat in a day, making it a great choice for a last-minute gift and a wonderful option for beginner knitters.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Inspired by the 1920s, this little winter bow hat is a must-have for your little princess or queen! Sleek and classic - some looks just never go out of style. This knitting pattern is great for beginners who want to learn new stitches and decrease techniques without venturing too far beyond their comfort zone of knits and purls.
Knitting: Cowl
Modern and comfortable, this beautiful openwork cowl, inspired by trails and tire treads, will be your new favourite outerwear accessory. Follow your own winding path and blaze your own trail with the “Treading Lightly Winter Cowl”.
Knitting: Cowl
Lakeside chic, stylish and sleek, this modern infinity scarf is campfire wear at its finest. Fashionable and practical have never blended so well. Stay warm this winter while looking amazing. This circle scarf is a perfect first project for the beginner knitter, introducing one of the foundational stitches of knitting - the knit stitch! This pi...
Knitting: Cowl
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Knitting: Cowl
Uptown, downtown, at the office, or in the club, transition seamlessly and rock your look with this beautifully textured, ultra-feminine winter fashion cowl. This lovely statement piece will be a worthy addition to any fashionista’s cold-weather wardrobe! The Uptown Girl Winter Cowl is an easy beginner pattern for new knitters who would like to...
Knitting: Scrubber
Small but powerful, this little scrubbie has it all. It’s gentle on hands but tough on grime. It cleans pots and glass bakeware without the risk of damage. It fits perfectly in the palm of your hand and is machine washable and environmentally friendly. Made with cotton yarn and a simple garter stitch pattern, especially designed for scrubbing, ...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Too cool for school! Streetwear has never looked so good! Be the envy of the block with this simple knit slouch hat, designed for the beginner knitter and featuring a 1x1 rib and stockinette stitch pattern. Available in sizes from infant to adult, this is a great first project for practicing knitting in the round, with very simple stitches and ...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Look as CUTE AS A CUPCAKE in this stylish baby hat. Be original, be bold, be sugar and spice and everything nice in this wonderful, themed hat. Look good enough to eat with a cherry on top - a lovely little red pom-pom. This is a great introduction to the reverse stockinette stitch for beginner knitters.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
IT’S A WATERMELON! This quirky winter hat is truly one of a kind and a bold fashion statement. Knit entirely in the round from the bottom up with simple knit and purl stitches, it is easy for any beginner to complete in a weekend. It is also a great project for beginning colourwork and requires only basic sewing skills to finish the hat by atta...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This Canadian classic, a work sock-inspired winter hat, is quite rustic and eye-catching, with its unique ribbing pattern and fluffy white pom-pom. This is a wonderful beginner knitting pattern for practicing basic rib stitches and simple decreases. Available in multiple sizes to fit the whole family, as well as two different colours, iconic Ca...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This knitted baby hat is the perfect accessory for those cute winter pictures of your little bear playing in the snow. This design features simple stripes, making it a good practice piece for beginning colourwork and a great beginner pattern for learning how to pick up stitches. Keep your baby’s ears toasty warm with this stylish winter hat.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This winter hat, with its little wooden buttons, is trendy and modern, with just enough backwoods flair to make you want to sit around a campfire and roast marshmallows. As you talk and laugh, the flames die down to embers, and you enjoy good food and good company. This hat is a must-have for a frigid day outdoors and the perfect stylish access...