Gillian West

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Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
The Knit Knot Socks are knit from the bottom up, starting with Judy’s Magic Cast-On. The toe is shaped with lifted increases. The Knot Stitch Pattern is worked on the top of the foot and right around the leg, and stockinette on the underside of the foot. The heels are shaped with German short rows.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Hello Hannah Hat was designed as a gift for my sister. Her birthday in June is often cold and miserable in the Southern Hemisphere, and the hope is the hat knit in aran weight wool will keep her warm, and the fun texture will brighten her day.
Knitting: Pillow / Cushion
This geometric print is will brighten up your room, with a little art deco glamour. This pattern was knit in acrylic yarn for easy washing, but wool would work just as well.
Knitting: Market bag (slouchy)
The Brunch Bag is perfect for a Sunday out and about, with no plans fixed in place. Pick up a loaf of sourdough from your brunch venue, buy some apples from the farmers market on your walk or have a towel packed for a trip to the beach, you will fit it all in this stretchy bag. The bag looks best with something in it to pull the dropped stitche...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
When I chose the dark yarn to knit this beanie for my brother, I knew I would need to use a chunky stitch pattern for it to be seen properly. The cluster stitches create a cable look texture and the wraps pull the stockinette columns of the rib to wave back and forth up the hat.