The names chosen for these appealing hats are famous castles. All the hats are constructed by knitting a flat strip on two needles, back and forth, slightly longer than the circumference of the wearer’s head, then joined. The crown is made by picking up stitches around the top edge of the brim tube, then knitted in the round, decreasing to form a flat “tam-like” top.

Each pair of kilt hose following has been designed from historical Celtic patterns:

The Seaman’s Scarf is designed to fit closely and high over the back of the neck while spreading out flat across the chest under a coat. The neck is ribbed and the sides are wide to lay flat providing warmth and beauty. The provisionally cast on edge is at the left edge of the neck ribbing. The left side is worked, then the cast on edge is picked up again and the neck and right side of the scarf is knit. Alternate instructions are included for modern scarves which are longer, without ribbing and worn outside a coat. The modern scarf is knit from one end to the other end.

This ebook contains four sock patterns, written both as cuff down and toe up. Each pair of socks has been designed from historical Celtic patterns:

The Pride and Elegance long, fingerless gloves embody a harmonious blend of empowerment, style, and support, while radiating an aura of inclusivity and celebration of identity. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these gloves are not merely accessories, but symbols of solidarity and affirmation.

Introducing the purr-fectly enchanting “Crazy Cat Lady Cowl” knitting pattern, designed to bring a touch of feline magic to your October wardrobe. This bewitching accessory combines cozy comfort with spooky style, making it an ideal choice for Halloween knitting.

“I got to the place where I was fighting as I was writing my book between saying, ‘Am I gay? Am I bisexual? Am I gay? Am I bisexual?’ And either is OK. Just go within and do not lie to yourself.”

A little background about how this cowl came to be…

I’m an original punk rock girl. Romeo Void was a favorite band. I loved that raw saxophone and Debora Iyall’s vocals. She had talent, beauty, and sex appeal all wrapped up in self-assured attitude. Love her…

The Dark Crystal film has been a favorite of mine since it was released in 1982. When The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance aired, I was enthralled. It’s not surprising the rich imagery and captivating story inspired me to design. This cowl is inspired by the Sifa Gelfling Clan who live in the seas of Thra. Their emblem has two shades of seaweed ...

The Dark Crystal film has been a favorite of mine since it was released in 1982. When The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance aired, I was enthralled. It’s not surprising the rich imagery and captivating story inspired me to design. This cowl is inspired by the Stonewood Gelfling Clan who live in the forest region of Thra. Their emblem has deep mah...

The Dark Crystal film has been a favorite of mine since it was released in 1982. When The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance aired, I was enthralled. It’s not surprising the rich imagery and captivating story inspired me to design. This cowl is inspired by the Spriton Gelfling Clan who live in the prairie region of Thra. Their emblem has light and...

The Dark Crystal film has been a favorite of mine since it was released in 1982. When The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance aired, I was enthralled. It’s not surprising the rich imagery and captivating story inspired me to design. This cowl is inspired by the Drenchen Gelfling Clan who live in the swamp region of Thra. Their emblem has two shades...

The Dark Crystal film has been a favorite of mine since it was released in 1982. When The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance aired, I was enthralled. It’s not surprising the rich imagery and captivating story inspired me to design. This cowl is inspired by the Dousan Gelfling Clan who live in the desert region of Thra. Their emblem has deep russet...

The Dark Crystal film has been a favorite of mine since it was released in 1982. When The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance aired, I was enthralled. It’s not surprising the rich imagery and captivating story inspired me to design. This cowl is inspired by the Vapra Gelfling Clan who live in the mountain region of Thra. Their emblem is grey and de...

The Dark Crystal film has been a favorite of mine since it was released in 1982. When The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance aired, I was enthralled. It’s not surprising the rich imagery and captivating story inspired me to design. This cowl is inspired by the Grottan Gelfling Clan who live in the caves of Thra. Their emblem has two shades of deep...

These fingerless gloves are the perfect accessory to the Hogwarts House Cardigan. There are fitted right and left gloves, and each finger gets its own little sleeve of warmth.

If you know anything about me, you know how I support teens and young adults who face obstacles. There are organizations in major cities doing their best to support LGBTQ+ homeless youth. This mitten and hat set, like my Slippin’ set, are knit in Wool and the Gang Feeling Good yarn and have a handy little space to slip your fingers through for ...

These warm accessories are easy to keep on and won’t get lost. The mittens have a handy little space to slip your fingers through for those times when you need just a bit more dexterity without losing any warmth and the cowl can be folded low or snuggled up high over most of the face and neck.

Experience Level: The knitter should have experience in the following techniques

This is a fun exploration into machine fulling of knitted items. It’s a great way to try a little stranded knitting in a fulled hat.

Experience Level: The knitter should have experience in the following techniques

This super quick and easy messy bun-ponytail hat is knit in the round on large needles with jumbo yarn.

This pattern is a gift for the attendees to the 2016 Caithness Craft Collective retreat.

Jos was an extraordinary person! I’ve heard this makes an excellent chemo cap. Please enjoy it and think of Jos, who said his hats were like sex for your head, when you wear your Jos Hat.

This pattern originally was featured in The Knitter Sock of the Month Club. It was specifically designed to use with Cascade Fixation, a yarn with elastic added.

This pattern was originally featured in The Knitter Sock of the Month Club. It’s a great, easy to learn yet interesting sock with a short row heel.