Knitters
Arroyo Shawl
The exquisite yarn for this lovely circular shawl was given to me by my editors . Because it was a gift, I felt compelled to give it forward and gifted the finished shawl to my cousin, Mary Ann Adler. Pattern: Read more
Amberwell Shawl
This knit up fairly quickly. I followed the chart instead of the written instructions. It was gifted to my high school friend, Jane McMahon, because she needed a hug. Pattern: Amberwell Shawl by Judy Marples Yarn: Madelinetosh, Tosh Merino Light Read more
Baby Blocks
This crib size baby afghan by Ann Norling makes a lovely baby gift for an expecting mother. Download Word Doc
Alix’s Prayer Shawl
This shawl by Myrna A.I. Stahman will be the perfect hug to wrap around your loved one. Make sure to download both the word document and the pdf file. Download PDF Download Word Doc
Cable Sample Scarf
You’ll love this beautiful scarf by Bev Galeskas. With its elegant design it will make the perfect accessory for chilly days. Download Word Doc
Lighthouse Shawlette
Michael del Vecchio’s sleek design will compliment any outfit for your loved one. Download PDF
Parasols Crochet Shawlette
Spice up your wardrobe with this beautiful shawlette designed by Ellen Gormley. Download Word Document Download PDF
Cameron’s Sweater
Knit the children’s sweater that inspired the delightful story, A Truly Terribly Horrible Sweater . . . That Grandma Knit, that is about a boy and the sweater his grandma knit for him. Co-authored with Debbie’s Guideposts friend, Mary Lou Read more
Miracle Scarf
I am delighted to share the pattern for the Miracle Scarf, worn by Doris Roberts in the Hallmark movie, Call Me Mrs. Miracle. The lovely lace scarf was designed by Knitter’s Magazine editor, Rick Mondragon. The beautiful yarn is from Read more
Courtney’s Wedding Purse
You, too, can knit Courtney’s Wedding Purse from “The 21st Wish” in The Knitting Diaries with this design by Sandy Payne. With or without beads, it will make a lovely heirloom gift for a bride or other special occasion. Download Read more
Knitted Knockers
You can help women who’ve fought the breast cancer battle by knitting or crocheting these Knitted Knockers—cotton breast prostheses, a comfortable alternative to silicone. Knitted Knockers is also the name of the community of women who regularly gather at Debbie’s Read more
Silky Wool Scarf
I knit the scarf for a very close friend in Michigan. She always loves anything I make her. I still have enough yarn left to make another one for myself. A friend gave me the pattern while attending a summer Read more
Valerie Nesheim’s Afghan
I entered this afghan in a contest that represented an original creation using knit and crochet stitches. It measures 35″ x 38″ with 20 knitted squares. The orange blossoms, oranges and leaves were crocheted and added after I finished the Read more
Prayer Shawl Ministry
I have a friend diagnosed with terminal breast cancer and I just finished knitting a prayer shawl for her. Pattern: From the Prayer Shawl Ministry website (shawlministry.com) Yarn: Red Heart Light and Lofty super bulky yarn Needle Size: US Size Read more
Twisted Stitch Wrist Warmers
These cozy, fingerless gloves are just the thing to keep your hands warm while you’re working on the computer. Pattern: Twisted Stitch Wrist Warmers, designed by Ann Marshall, of Port Orchard, WA Yarn: Merino/Bamboo blend, dk weight from The Artful Read more
Joy Watrous
If you look carefully, you can see a flap that transforms these finger-less gloves into mittens! Joy has knitted many of them for gifts. They work especially great while driving as you can still have use of your fingers, but if they Read more
Baby Petal Hat
I knitted this easy little hat—dainty and feminine!—for a friend’s baby girl. It worked up easily and gave me a chance to try something besides a scarf! Pattern: Baby Petal Hat knittingonthenet.com Yarn: Bernat Baby Softee (pink, from my stash!) Read more
Hospital Nursery Hats
Some of us at our local AARP chapter in Lyndhurst, NJ make hats for the hospital nursery. Pattern: Unknown Yarn: Various Needle Size: Unknown Knitted by: Nell Robinson
Knit & Caboodle Socks
I knit these socks for a dear friend of mine in Hendersonville, NC. Pattern: One that was created at Knit & Caboodle, a yarn shop in St. Charles, MO Yarn: Jitterbug, color Jewel Needle Size: Two Addi circular needles, size Read more
Pillow Case Edging
I just discovered the book The Lacy Knitting of Mary Schiffman and love all the lacy projects in it. I decided to try this pillowcase edging to start, and I love how it turned out. I used yarn from my Read more
Lydia’s Socks
I made these socks for my daughter, Micah. She is eleven years old and loves reds and pinks. This was my first attempt at using two circular needles to knit socks. It was a great pattern! Pattern: Lydia’s Socks, from Read more
Stephanie’s Wedding Shawl
I knitted this shawl for my friend Stephanie’s wedding. I’m so pleased to have been able to give her something so distinctive for her special day! Pattern: Taken from the ball band from Lorna’s Laces Yarn: Lorna’s Laces, color is Read more
Mad Hatters
I knit hats for the Mad Hatters. We donate our hats to local hospitals for babies to go home in. Pattern: Unknown Yarn: Bernat, 3 ply in different colors Needle Size: 16 inch circular needle, US size #6 Knitted by: Read more
Alix Knit Prayer Shawl by Ashley Saber
After reading the Blossom Street series, I became inspired to attempt Alix’s prayer shawl. It was such an intricate part of her story and I felt that I had to try one. I could not attend my sister In-law’s wedding Read more