Knitters
Hand-Knitted Shawl for Lillian
This was a challenging knit as there was no “rest” row on the “wrong” side. Every row was a pattern row! I feel rather like a more accomplished knitter after this one. It will go to my dear friend Lillian Read more
Asymmetrical Pullover
As the pattern says, “A top down, asymmetrical pullover that looks like it’s buttoned! I used yarn from my stash that I had been holding on to for just the right project. This one is going to my daughter, Adele. Read more
Nordic Style Sock
A Nordic stocking to use for Christmas decoration. Pattern: Nordic Style Sock, from the Big Book of Socks Yarn: Red Heart Needle Size: US size 3 Knitted by: Jennifer Cunningham
Green Tweed Poncho
An easy knit with lovely drape. It will likely be a gift. Pattern: Easy Folded Poncho, a Churchmouse Classic Yarn: Rowan Felted Tweed Needle Size: US size 6
Lacy Alpine Strawberry Baby Cap and Booties
Just a quick little project for my supervisor’s newest granddaughter. Pattern: Knitted Lacy Sacque, Bonnet and Booties Set Bernat #157, Six for a Beautiful Baby Yarn: Debbie Macomber Blossom Street Collection Petals Socks Needle Size: Size 2 – Addi Natura Read more
198 Yards of Heaven
This is a great shawlette for a luxury skein of yarn with limited yardage. Pattern: 198 Yards of Heaven by Christy Verity Yarn: Frog Tree worsted Needle Size: US Size 8
Ashton Shawlette
A beautiful pattern knit in a gorgeous color using yarn that combines merino, silk and cashmere = pure pleasure. What’s not to love about this shawl!? Pattern: Ashton Shawlette by Dee O’Keefe Yarn: Madelinetosh Pashmina Worsted Needle Size: US Size Read more
Crocheted Amelia’s Hat
A friend’s little girl was to be Amelia Earhart in the school’s “wax museum” and I was asked to crochet her hat and goggles. The little 2nd grader was a huge hit with this outfit, topped off with an aviator Read more
Lavish Cape
I have knitted many projects out of this book, this project is just the most recent. The yarn is incredibly soft and luscious. Pattern: Lavish Cape from the book “One + One, Scarves, Shawls & Shrugs” by Iris Schreier Yarn: Read more
Zuzu’s Petals
This is a creative little knit as it is a cowl that looks like a draped shawl around your neck. You can always knit it in a solid color if you prefer, but the shaded yarns really make for a Read more
The Lisa One – Skein Shawl
It was a given that this shawl had to go to my editor, Jennifer Hershey, as my 2013 Christmas book, STARRY NIGHT, had the same title as the name of the yarn. The yarn has a little bit of glitz Read more
Alex’s Prayer Shawl(ette)
I started this in 2010, then obviously put down for a long while. My knitting skills have so much improved since I started the project, both speed and accuracy! Love the finished product. Made it a shawlette/scarf instead of the Read more
A Bunch of Monkeys
This is a wonderful pattern for a toy monkey. It takes you step by step through the process of creating the monkey. It is knitted in one piece with the exception of the muzzle and the ears. It worked up Read more
Sommerwind Shawl
I purchased the yarn while in Iceland. I was intrigued with the yarn because it is hand dyed using rhubarb leaves. I give away most of my knitted projects, but this is one I’m keeping as a memento of my Read more
Eyelet Valentine Mitts
These are knit from the “top down” (meaning the opening for the fingers); the “heart” looked prettier that way. They should fit a woman with small to medium hands (they stretch). I have done them in other sock or fingering Read more
Crown Royale Crescent
A decadent little knit as the yarn is 100% silk and one skein is threaded with sequins and glass beads. Definitely a gift for someone special! Pattern: Crown Royale Crescent by Iris Schreier in the book ONE + ONE Scarves, Read more
“Carolyn” Doll
I made this doll for a friend at work for her Christmas gift. Went to the craft store and bought the glasses and beads. It is a variation of the Lion Brand “Lola” doll pattern. She has braids in the Read more
Little Girls Tutu
Lacy tutu for granddaughter turned into Craft Show addition along with other hand knitted items. Pattern: Shari’s Little Girl Tutu and matching tote & scarf by Shari Barnard Yarn: Lacy yarns and cascade fixation Needle Size: Size 8 circular Knitted Read more
March KAL
A triangle lace shawlette with knit-on lace edging. KAL translates to “Knit Along.” Pattern: March KAL by Michelle Miller Yarn: Tempted Handpainted Yarns & Fibers in the color Luxe Grrl Needle Size: US size 7
Burning Branch Shawl
The unusual spiral shape of this shawl is formed naturally from the placement of the increases. It was a joy to knit and I loved the Freia yarn so much I’m using another colorway for a second, different shawl. The Read more
Bakersfield Shawlette
This project was a communal effort in the best possible way. Renate, my assistant of 19 years, is a spinner and a knitter. She purchased roving in a color that she thought my daughter, Jenny Adele, would love. When she Read more
Wild Lettuce
I love patterns written by Michelle Miller! Many of them are designed to use just one skein, which is a great way to use those lovely, one-of-a-kind skeins in your stash. This one has a knit-on lace edging. Pattern: Wild Read more