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To see more patterns that use multis to their best effect & learn more about variegated yarn check out my Craftsy class Mastering Multicolors!

Worked from the bottom up Apple Picking is designed for variegated yarn. Using a simple stitch pattern & minimal shaping the yarn does all the hard work for you. Button loops are added after knitting so any size or crazy shape you find will work. The gorgeous wood buttons shown are from https://www.etsy.com/shop/INGUTE.

This pattern could not be any more simple, just one row to work throughout the entire scarf! Great for travel or company knitting this scarf works up quickly on US 10 needles. I cord edges knitted while working the scarf hide any yarn carried up the side for stripes.

This quick & super warm hat could be cast on when snow is forecast and finished before you need to shovel. With its ribbed edge long enough to fold up and cozy colorwork it is windproof and practically waterproof when worked in Valkill.

Triad is a study in threes, three colors, three corners formed by yarn overs, 3 final stitches slipped each row to form an I-cord edge and way more than 3 ways to wear this wooly mantelet. It is worked from the neck edge down in alternating bands of garter stitch and stockinette, each section has detailed instructions and stitch counts.

An over-sized, diaphanous sweater knit in the round with Nimbus - a soft, light, angora & silk blend laceweight. This sweater will keep you toasty without adding bulk. Perfect for the changeable weather of Spring & Fall. Knit up on #7 needles with almost no finishing this sweater is great for beginners & seasoned knitters wanting a ...

Cozy & warm in worsted weight yarn, these knee socks will keep you in dresses even after the leaves start changing. If you must have matching socks you can follow the stripe pattern given for one leg for both of them (where’s the fun in that?!) but make sure to follow the shaping instructions for both so your join/jog is on the inner part o...

Just right when you need to be covered but don’t want to overheat, this is a quick & easy lace tee shirt. It’s loose fitting at bust and more snug at hip, the sizes are easily adjustable, notes included in pattern. No waist shaping and the shoulders are kitchener stitched together so, no seaming either! The pattern is written for bust sizes...

Double Knit Stockinette Cowl. Super cozy!

As I was knitting this it started to remind me of laurel wreaths hence the name.

You know, just a slouchy hat. Perfect for pumpkin picking or late season farmers’ marketing. This pattern knits up so fast using the chunky yarn that you could knit this on your way out of town & be wearing it for your weekend in the country.

I use this pattern in my Intro to Lace class. I think it is the perfect first lace project because after establishing the pattern you are basically just working longer versions of the same two rows. It could easily be extended into a giant cozy shawl if you’re feeling ambitious!

These are the perfect boot socks, with re-knittable heels & toes when the inevitable holes develop.

This is a quick and cozy thrummed mitten pattern, sure to keep you warm through the coldest Winter!

Inspired by Barabra Walker’s Short row techniques & a desire to use the self striping quality of my hand spun in a different confirguration

This pattern uses 3 strands of worsted held together but you could easily sub 1 strand of super bulky and then you would need around 150 - 200 yds vs. the 400-600 in worsted.