That’s what my neighbor called it – a Great Shawl, so that’s what I am calling it too. Sock yarn too prettyto wear on your feet? I agree, here’s a pattern to use the six cake bundle of Darn Good Yarn’s Alayna Sock Yarn, shown here in Sock Bundle B, any Alanya or similar self striping sock yarns will work. Sock yarn too pretty to put in a shoe?...

This fingerless mitts design was inspired by an interest in reinventing stitches and working in new directions while traversing the islands between Miami and Key West watching the azure water ebbb and flow on both sides of the road as we passed over the Seven Mile Bridge and beyond. Azure Dreams features a repeating stitch pattern to create an ...

The inspiration for this tank top was to capture the romance of the sea and gently wave action along her shining shores.  The waves along the bottom hem, feminine shaping and eyelets along the bodice and flattering neckline were all designed with comfort in mind using easy to care for Bamboo Pop in a popping color of Azure which further enhance...

Need a nice little pick me up project this weekend to chase away the grey and black of winter nights or perhaps a quick burst of color during a summer rain storm? Try this addition to your wardrobe. Crocheted from side to side it creates a gently sloping asymmetrical triangle sure to compliment a wide range of outfits. Use your favorite solids,...

When you want a bit of comfort on a cold winter night or a splash of color for the back of the sofa, this circular blanket is sure to please. The pattern was written to suit a queen size bed so don’t let the yardage scare you. Crocheted in the round from the center out, stop when the size suits you or keep on going until you run out of yarn.

You know how there are those yarns that remind you of a moment in time much like a photograph?

Ice skating, walking the dog on a cold winter morning, going to work, where ever your day takes you, go there in style wearing a warm hat like this cozy cabled one.

When you need a quick gift or a fun little project to use up some left over cozy bulky weight yarn, this pair of mitts will surely please. The pair can be made at a cost effective price point using one of my favorite yarns, Universal Bella Chenille. There is something cheerful and inviting about the wide range of colors in which the yarn can be...

This cozy afghan uses lovely purple yarn cakes to create a pentagon-shaped design. Knit in five sections for easier handling when you knit on the road, the sections are blocked and sewn together using a single crochet seam on the back. Shaping is minimal, which makes this the perfect knit for a social evening out with your knitting buddies.

A funky little stitch to make the brim of this hat match that of the coordinated cowl and then some nice mindless stockinette in the round to the crown. A perfect one for gifting when time is limited and your heart is full of love to give.

Just as the mighty elm tree grows towards the sky creating a canopy under and through which light will play generation after generation, this pattern does the same whether you crochet it as a one skein cowl, two skein collar to top a favorite poncho or four skeins to wear as an incredibly sumptuous scarf the finished accessory is sure to take c...

The modular design of this shawl makes it an easy knit to work on while traveling. Take a a few colors with you on the road and knit the scoops then attach them to the cones when you have the space to lay it all out. The cones are knit onto the scoops and to each other so there are no seams.

As the leaves turn along the water’s edge and the colors reflect upon it, it is time to put on a hat to enjoy a morning walk. Crocheted with a brim hidden on the inside, this hat will give your ears a little extra coverage as the wind blows in from the North.

This is a quick project to add to your Summer wardrobe using a single kit of Baby from Feza or four colors of your own choosing that you may collect over the course of your Summer vacation, perhaps while touring crochet stores by boat around the Northeast?

A handy pair of quick to crochet mitts you can wear over your other outerwear for an extra layer of warmth as the cold wind blows or just alone fireside while enjoying a book fireside apres-ski.

Need a quick pick me up project or an extra layer to wear under your favorite poncho? Knit up a pair of these fingerless mitts to wear as you go about your day.

Create your own special memories making and wearing this simple shawl. Designed to be knit from the top down as it grows to a wingspan of 58” and a depth of 13” the increases create a gentle crescent which rests comfortably on the shoulders. The bind off is a modified edging with a single cable.

A quick knit for those random bulky skeins you loved the moment you saw them but just didn’t know what to make them into, until now!

An elegant coverup for a walk on the boardwalk while relaxing at the beach. Knit from the bottom up this sarong can be made longer by repeating the shell motif for additional rows.

This vest is more of a poncho with its generous positive ease, I usually call this type of garment a “voncho” myself.

Winner - 2020 Local Yarn Store Day Crochet Pattern as selected by the original event sponsor - TNNA

Knit up flat and seamed together with a series of small buttons on the back makes this an easy project to give to your favorite new parent or for your own enjoyment.

Need a quick decorative knit for your patio or other outdoor gathering spot this year? Double or triple up on a superbulky in your stash or even dig into the plastic bags in your recycling bin like I did to whip you a quick project to add a bit of style to your outdoor gathering.

Inspired by the way the colors danced together on the skein, this cowl was designed to take advantage of the color transitions of the Freia line and uses every last bit of yarn on the skein. The pattern itself is reminiscent of the latticework and detail of a wedding cake as it moves from layer to layer. Knit in the round, this cowl will stand ...

Is it a shawl, is it a cowl, is it something else? Yes! And why can it not be both, or more? As many of my students know, I wear a lot of bright Summer colors all year long, life is too short to just wear black! I was given some Cumulus yarn this year which a friend bought on vacation because it made her think of me and my Lilly Pulitzer Collec...

The Lady In Red

There is something special about a silk scarf, it adds a pop of color to any outfit and bit of mystery about the woman wearing it, much more so than when wearing a grossly oversized shawl/blanket.

Knit in multiple directions and joined using multiple methods this pattern was developed to make even the humble garter stitch in which is is worked exciting.

Imagine the feeling of something as soft as silk but easy to care for that you can wrap up in for a quick run to the beach bar over your bikini or as a wrap to add just a bit of flair to your favorite dock side look when the cool breezes blow in off the water. The simple repeats throughout this pattern make it the perfect crochet project to tak...

Ideal for knitters looking to branch out into more elaborate wearables, this simple tunic is knit from side to side using an aran weight yarn on a US size 8 needle. The end result is a fun-to-wear frock that’s perfect for lunch with mom. Pair it with tall boots and leggings or with bare legs and ankle boots!

This pattern is a simple knit to enhance your home, boat or golf bag. Knit flat and adorned or not with a clip to secure it to your bag this special yarn is sure to please.

What better way to use up that special skein you picked up on vacation or at your local yarn store over the weekend than to make a new accessory to take to work on Monday?

Designed with ease of wear in mind, this poncho will become a wardrobe favorite. Even as the temperatures climb the artfully blended yarn will keep you cool as you go through your day from morning salutations to evening vespers enveloped in a soft linen stitch fabric of Uchiwa. When the temperatures go down, pair it with a thermal turtleneck ov...

In need of a towel for those times when you are not in your own comfortable kitchen? Perhaps at a campsite, dockside, at sea or in the back yard manning the barbeque? This towel is the perfect solution; long enough to tuck in an apron tie, around a fitting in the galley or doubled up to grab a pot from the stove.

Designed as an easy to wear layer when you want the warmth of a cowl and hat but don’t want to carry too many accessories. Push the hood back to wear as a cowl or put it up to wear as a hood with your favorite winter coat.

A bright and cheery addition to your collection of linens. The right size for a hand towel in the guest bath, on the tea tray or in the golf bag. The light hand of the simple repetitive linen stitch makes for a quiet weekend project to brighten up even the darkest of Monday mornings.