Katy Menzel

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This adult colorwork hat is inspired by the traditions of handwork in my home of the Blue Ridge Mountains. As we recover from Hurricane Helene (September 2024), I heard stories from neighbors about quilt makers and craftsmen in our valley and beyond. It heartened me to hear people talk about fiber artists long passed, reassuring me that our wor...
Knitting: Cowl
The Boba Cowl is a fun, engaging, and easy to memorize pattern featuring cables and “Boba” bobbles worked in the round. The bobbles are created over several rounds, to eliminate the need to turn your work for each bobble. Let your creativity (and your stash) guide you! You can use as many as 9 contrast colors, or a long color change yarn to mak...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Inspired by Evil Eye talismans, which are said to protect the wearer from jealous or spiteful looks that bring bad luck, this is a fun and quick stranded colorwork hat. The wide ribbed brim can either be folded to keep your ears toasty or worn flat for a stylish slouchy fit.