This headband features the ubiquitous snowflake or rose motif combined with fir-tree and zigzag motifs to suggest nature and the life cycles of plants fed by running waters. Made from a double layer of fabric in a soft cashmere-blend yarn, the band is warm enough for the ski slopes yet comfortable enough to wear for […]
Category Archives: Free Patterns
Amish “hit or miss” knitted and crocheted table mats inspired this oval design. One long strip of stockinette stitch coiled in an oval shape creates the placemat. Even a beginning knitter can make these simple mats, and more experienced knitters can relax and watch the strips grow on their needles. Try several different […]
Here’s one of my past Knitty articles. I love this pattern. I think my mom stole the shawl because I haven’t seen it in a while. Some knitting traditions are famous around the world, while others, just as interesting and beautiful, are less celebrated outside of their local areas. Such is the case with knitting […]
Free Matching Hat Pattern Here’s an easy cable scarf to match last month’s hat. Both are dedicated to Gail, the former listmom of Knit-U and Knit Design, who passed away suddenly after an illness. She will be missed by many knitters around the globe. Size Approx 6″ (15 cm) wide by 64″ (162 cm) long, without […]
Originally published in Black Purl Magazine, Winter 2007 These wrist warmers are inspired by Lithuanian beaded wristers that I saw on BritKnitCast website, hosted Carrie Anne Dennison, who attended Woolfest last year. I don’t know if they are a traditional Lithuanian design, but I plan to find out on my trip to Lithuania next summer. […]
Translated from this free German-language pattern by Donna Druchunas Knitted Bangles What an extravagant piece of jewelry for a good friend! And best of all, it’s homemade. The bracelets were elaborately knitted and sewn together, using a cardboard tube from a roll of carpet tape as a bracelet form. Materials Bouton d’Or “Gaia” (100% natural […]
Guest designer Annie Modesitt has contributed this cute garter stitch dog jacket pattern. Annie is working on a book called Men Who Knit (and The Dogs Who Love Them…). Keep your eyes open for it at your local yarn shop later this year, but in the meantime, you can get a sneak peek on Annie’s […]
A close family friend passed away last week (Oct 2013). On the wall in my bedroom is a plaque she gave me when I was a little girl. As Mrs. Downs, she was our school nurse and as Aunt Phebe, an honorary part of our family. Besides my blood relatives, she was the single most […]
I designed this shrug because I thought it would be a good garment to donate to women’s’ shelters. It is one-size fits all, so it’s great for donations when you don’t know the size of the recipient. It also is flattering on any figure, and even fits well during pregnancy. You can also make different […]
Here’s an easy cable ski cap that is dedicated to Gail, the former listmom of Knit-U and Knit Design. Gail was a very generous soul who gave of her time voluntarily on both lists, and she also was a strong supporter of charity knitter. She passed away recently after an illness and she will be […]