The North Isle Gansey Cap is perfect winter-wonderland attire - you can practically smell crisp pine needles and air redolent with snow!

Ganseys, or Guernseys are the traditional hand-knitted pullovers worn by the fishermen of the British Isles. The patterns themselves are easy enough to knit, consisting of knits, purls and cable stitches - but there is endless beauty and visual complexity in the infinite ways these stitches can be worked in combination.

Who doesn’t enjoy a little extra warmth in winter while sitting next to the fire? The Fireside Blanket is a quick and easy project. I chose Woolie for this pattern as it is a bulky yarn, washable, reasonably priced and fun to knit with.

Our Star Dust Mitts are a quick, fun project that will engage advanced beginner and intermediate crocheters alike. The star stitch is a very fun cluster stitch that is a staff favorite, and crocheting through the back loop creates a lovely striping effect. If you have the need for hand warmers, these mitts will quickly become a staple in your w...

The Tuni Bag is a fabulous project for advanced beginner and intermediate crocheters who want to learn the art of Tunisian Crochet. The Tunisian Simple Stitch provides a lovely woven look, and the simple construction and fabric of Leonie Linen will inspire you to make this bag a staple in your wardrobe, or the perfect gift for a friend! Enjoy!

Soft and cozy, the Island Trails Cowl plays with color and pattern stitches. We’ve dyed our Radiant Petite yarns for just this pattern. This is a fun knit for all levels because of the color play. The colors mix, blend, oppose and work together to create a one-of-a-kind piece you will love to wear.

Try it on! Our Darling Bucket Hat was designed for the 2025 Local Yarn Shop Tour and looks great on everyone. Turn up the brim, pull up one side or crochet a flower and place it on the side. So versatile, you can make it solid, use multiple colors for stripes or blends. This is fun to make and really fun to wear!

When the sum is greater than its simple parts, wonderful things happen. Fancy That is the perfect layering piece and a wonderful introduction to several different lace patterns.

The Begonia Cowl is a lovely, soft and reversible cowl for you to enjoy year-round! This is a must have and a must make! Using a combination of Fidalgo Fingering and Mohair Lace yarns, Maggie’s simple pattern is great for beginners and experienced crocheters alike.

Years ago, Fran made Christmas stockings for everyone in her family. She chose her favorite motifs from that project to create this cheerful beanie. Fran also designed a set of mitts to match!

Years ago, Fran made Christmas stockings for everyone in her family. She chose her favorite motifs from that project to create a colorful set of mitts for this most delightful season. Fran also designed a hat to match for a cheerful ensemble. “The Christmas Beanie”.

Who doesn’t love A Little Sparkle around the holidays? Fran’s cowl is knit in the round from the top down using a larger than usual needle for increased drape. This cowl features a combination of Brillino (the sparkle) and our hand dyed mohair lace with a playful bow. It is the perfect quick knit for yourself or a gift!

Who doesn’t want to be snuggly and warm in cooler weather? Worked from top down in three sections, the Mt. Erie Cozy begins as a neck-hugging cowl, then expands into a warm wrap that can be pulled down over the shoulders. This Cozy features our beautiful hand-dyed Radiant DK and has just enough texture to keep your hands interested as you move ...

Nothing is more fun than finding a lovely yarn that slowly changes color. Combine that with a cozy, neck-hugging cowl design that shifts from one color to the next every couple of rows in an easy exploration of texture and color!

A trip to Mesa Verde National Park and the incredible designs of the black on white pottery were the inspiration for the Mesa Verde Hat. Fran brought home a poster showing several mugs created with the ancient designs and couldn’t rest until she had translated a few of the motifs into stitch patterns. A hat seemed like the perfect tribute to th...

Our 2023 KIP Cowl is knit in the round from the top to the bottom with a larger than usual needle for increased drape. Knit in our cozy merino, this cowl features a playful bow and is the perfect quick knit for yourself or for gifts!

Brioche rib is one of Fran’s favorite stitches. Just like the brioche buns from which the stitch gets its name, it puffs up whatever yarn you choose to use. If you live mixing colors, what could be more fun than picking two of your favorite colors and putting them into a stunning brioche cowl?

With its classic capped-sleeves, slightly scooped neck, and vertical lines, this summer top is just the right shape and length to flatter. Made with Fidalgo Artisan Yarn’s Fidalgo Fingering, it is the perfect weight for warm summer days!

Even here in our fair corner of Northwest Washington State, we have cold enough weather to want to snuggle up in warm woolly hand-knits. This stylish cowl is simple enough for beginners and is a quick knit for us all. The best part is wearing the KIP 2022 Cowl made with one of our Radiant Petite hand dyed yarn cakes!

Yarn: 1 skein Fidalgo Artisan Yarn’s Silk Shimmer (63% Silk, 23% Kid Mohair, 10% Nylon and 4% Polyester 100g = 330 yds).

The North Isle Gansey Cap, knit in undyed merino wool, is perfect for winter-wonderland attire - you can practically smell crisp pine needles and air redolent with snow. Pair it with our North Isle Gansey Poncho and you’ll have the coziest, most elegant ensemble imaginable, though each works beautifully individually as well!

This scarf was named for the lovely lady who was its inspiration. Just learning to knit, she needed a special project: easy enough to avoid frustration but with just the right amount of challenge and appeal to feed her developing passion. Knit it with our beautiful hand-dyed yarn and you will be thrilled with the results!

Brioche rib is one of Fran’s favorite stitches. It seems to “puff up” any yarn, making it lighter, fluffier, and warmer. This scarf looks good on guys as well as gals and is a quick, easy knit once you get into the rhythm of the stitch. If you want a longer scarf, just add more rows!