It’s that time of year again! I hope you’re as excited about the Indie Design Gift-a-Long as I am! The Indie Design Gift-a-Long is an annual Ravelry extravaganza celebrating knitting and crochet. It kicks off tonight at 8 p.m. Eastern and runs through December 31, 2014 and includes about 6 weeks of crochet- and knit-a-long … Read more
I’m wrapping up (pun intended) my series of new pattern releases today with the Serape Shawl crochet pattern. Updated: This pattern is now available free here. This jumbo rectangular shawl is perfect for snuggling under on a cold day. It’s crocheted with Valley Yarns Charlemont, a silky smooth blend of merino wool, mulberry silk, and … Read more
I’m continuing my series on new pattern releases for fall and winter with the Rough Around the Edges Cowl, a crochet pattern for an infinity/circle scarf. This cowl is crocheted in the round with a wonderful fingering weight wool yarn called Wayfarer from Made in America Yarns. The yarn has an excellent drape and great … Read more
I’m continuing my series of posts sharing my pattern releases today with a new knitting pattern, the Pretty in Pink Shawlette. This triangular shawl is knit from the top down in Galler Yarns Flore II. The pattern uses a combination of stockinette and drop stitches to create the appearance of stripes. It also features a two stitch … Read more
I’m continuing my series of new pattern releases today by sharing the Diagonal Stripes Messenger Bag. This post contains affiliate links. This Tunisian crochet pattern is made with Lion Brand Yarns Alpine Wool, a great wool roving style yarn. The front and back panels of the bag are crocheted on the bias. If you’re new to … Read more