Laura Chau

eBooks available as Ravelry Downloads

eBook : 2 patterns

The Attabi Wrap and Cowl available together!

eBook : 4 patterns

A collection of 3 unique wrap cardigans and a cowl for all seasons. Photography by Dale Harrison and Laura Chau.

eBook : 8 patterns

8 quick and fun accessory patterns to knit.

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A cozy elongated triangle shawl worked from the point to the wide bind-off edge. The straight side features a column of leaves shaped with increases and decreases, and the remainder of the shawl is worked in a fun double yarnover lattice stitch, with applied I-cord edges.
Knitting: Cowl
A cozy two-colour cowl in Canadian-sourced Norwood yarn by Sweet Paprika Designs. A simple ribbed edging transitions into a twisted stitch and stranded colourwork design that looks like giant knit stitches! The top edging can be worked in ribbing as well, or as a stockinette casing with I-cord drawstring.
Knitting: Scarf
A light and little elongated triangle shawlette featuring an intriguing pattern of increases, decreases, and dropped stitches. Worked from the top down, beginning with a disappearing loop cast-on and ending with a picot bind-off.
Knitting: Cowl
A cozy, easy to knit double layered cowl, worked in fingering or worsted weight yarn. A great first stranded colourwork project! The cowl begins with a provisional cast on, and the outer cowl is knit first with an all-over geometric checkerboard pattern. Then a thinner yarn is joined to work the lining, covering the colourwork floats and provid...
Knitting: Cardigan
CLAIRLEA is a cozy wrap sweater, worked seamlessly from the top down, with an all-over twisted stitch pattern and drop sleeves. The back shoulders and upper back are worked first, then the front shoulders are picked up and worked down to the underarm. The front and back are joined at the underarm to work the lower body. Sleeves are picked up an...
Knitting: Pullover
GERMINATION is a slightly cropped, bottom-up seamless pullover featuring an almost-chevron pattern on the body and sleeves, adapted from Norah Gaughan’s excellent Twisted Stitch Sourcebook (2021).
Knitting: Pullover
Almondine is a casual modified drop-shoulder pullover worked seamlessly in the round. The body features easy bands of “almonds” created with increases and decreases, and is worked
Knitting: Vest
This fun layering piece was inspired by classic bib overalls (dungarees) and Japanese haramaki (belly warmers), reimagined as a vest to wear over tops or, dresses for warmth and style. The deep-cut sides allow a full range of motion for your fanciest dramatic sleeves.
Knitting: Cardigan
An cozy ruana-style wrap that you’ll throw on over everything! The Double Wing pattern provides a lovely undulating texture and is easy to work and memorize.
Knitting: Cowl
Ardmore is a tubular colourwork cowl with an original brocade-style stranded colourwork pattern. The join is decorated with a pretty Latvian Braid, breaking up the pattern so you don’t need to worry about matching row gauge to get the size you want. The exposed three- needle bind off is incorporated into the braid, so no grafting is required. S...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A cozy shawl knit from one point to the opposite edge, Propagation features a geometric diamond lace pattern that grows with each repeat. Simple ridged stockinette and i-cord edges let the lace take center stage.
Knitting: Cardigan
WINDEN is a super cozy cabled cardigan, perfect for throwing on over almost anything. The single and double cable crosses are intuitive and satisfying to work, and a panel of cables run up the center of the set-in sleeves.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Originally published through A Verb For Keeping Warm Pro-Verbial Club in July 2020.
Knitting: Cowl
25% of the purchase price of the Oleander Cowl will be donated to the Daily Bread Food Bank through April 30, 2020.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
OLEANDER is a quick to knit hat in worsted weight yarn, featuring a fun ribbed cable pattern that looks great on both sides! Although it looks complex, the cable crosses are worked only every 4th round and stitches are always worked as they appear, which makes for intuitive knitting. The crown decreases are worked within the cable pattern for f...
Knitting: Cardigan
DUNWORTHY is classic V-neck cardigan with a fun all-over stitch pattern and long, set-in sleeves. The body is worked in one piece from the hem to the underarms, then split to work the fronts and back. The stockinette sleeves are worked in the round to the underarm, then flat for the cap and seamed in. Finally, the ribbed collar and bands are pi...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
ROWALLAN is cozy, cabley dream of a shawl. It’s worked from the top down in stockinette stitch with gradually increasing cables. The increases are worked the same as for a full circle pi shawl, but the cables scrunch up the fabric in a lovely way so that the resulting shape is a semi-circle. The lower edge is gently ruffled from the last row of...
Knitting: Mittens, Fingerless Gloves
SERVICEBERRY fingerless mitts are stretchy, cozy, and satisfying to knit! The ribbed pattern grows organically to create a tidy thumb gusset and nice snug fit. Great on their own or layered over gloves for extra warmth. Shown in size 1. Note: To work smooth stripes as shown on size 4 (pink/green sample), join new colour and work 1 round knit be...
Knitting: Cowl
A simple to knit, cozy cowl worked flat from end to end. The ribbed chevron pattern is created using simple increases and decreases for a pretty and reversible fabric.
Knitting: Cowl
A simple and elegant cowl with twisted stitches, zigzag lace columns, and an unusual ladder stitch. In fingering weight, the cowl is drapey and light; in worsted or chunky, it’s warm but not stifling. With only 2 pattern rounds, it’s easy to knit but not boring - and very addictive!
Knitting: Cardigan
Books and a good cup of tea are two of life’s great pleasures. What better way to enjoy your morning cuppa than curled up on a couch, wearing this beautiful cardigan, reading your favorite novel?
Knitting: Cardigan
This long, cozy cardigan is an easy all-over knit and purl texture pattern with knit-in pockets and long set-in sleeves. The body and sleeve pieces are worked flat from the bottom up and seamed.
Knitting: Pullover
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
LEUTY is a cozy textured hat with a lush folded brim. The simple knit and purl pattern is easy to work and creates a lovely diamond effect. Decreases are worked over just a few rounds, for a gathered top that’s a perfect perch for a fluffy pompom. Shown in largest size.
Knitting: Cardigan
Lock & Key Cardigan is a hip-length cardigan with a pretty scalloped lace edging and deep V-neck. The curvy silhouette is gently nipped at the waist and flared from waist to hem. The lower body is worked flat in one piece and sleeves worked in the round, then joined to work the seamless raglan yoke. A knit-on garter stitch button band provi...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
These quick fingerless mitts are worked in a fun seed stitch-based pattern that shows off the colours of a Mountain Colors gradient kit in worsted or fingering weight. Worked in the round from the cuff up, with simple buttonhole-style thumbholes. As written, there will be enough yarn for all sizes without dividing the yarn, but you can always s...
Knitting: Cowl, Shawl / Wrap
INGERSOLL is a top down elongated triangular shawl or bandana cowl in an intuitive stockinette lace pattern. The cowl is perfect for that special skein you’ve been saving, or pair it with a contrast colour for a snuggly shawl. Both begin with a disappearing loop cast on (tutorial included),
Knitting: Cowl
ERRATA September 25, 2017: Round 2 of pattern should say to work lace pattern 10 times to end (rather than 8).
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Cathedral Grove is worked flat lengthwise. The edge is formed with a slipped stitch border. The Cane Stitch is a three row pattern; you will be repeating the three rows over the course of the wrap, and the rows will flip back and forth as right side and wrong side.
Knitting: Cardigan
The back and fronts of Rainy Lake are worked flat in pieces from the bottom up, and the sleeves are worked in the round to the armholes. The yoke is shaped with raglan decreases. When working the raglan and neck shaping on the fronts, make sure to read ahead, as shaping occurs simultaneously.
Knitting: Tee
This easy tee is worked in an intuitive all-over mesh pattern, with tidy seed stitch borders and slipped stitch edgings. Front and back are worked flat from the hem upwards with cast-on short sleeves and seamed.
Knitting: Cardigan
The Hibiscus Cardigan is a cozy, hip-length cardigan with a deep V-neck and slim ribbed sleeves. The body is worked in a fun, easy textured chevron pattern with ribbed hem and bands.
Knitting: Cardigan
This cropped lace cardigan goes great over dresses and skirts - or just a tee and jeans! The body is worked in one piece to the underarm, then joined with the elbow-length stockinette sleeve to work a seamless raglan yoke.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
SACKVILLE is a top-down shawl that works up quickly in worsted weight yarn, hand-dyed in beautiful Sackville, New Brunswick. The elongated triangle shape is easy to wrap around your shoulders, and begins with an interesting disappearing loop cast on. Finished with a border of garter stitch and a picot bind off.
Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A breezy linen sleeveless tunic with a gentle A-line shape and pointed hem. It’s knit flat in 2 pieces from the bottom up with a contrast band is worked in garter stitch, then body in stockinette with minimal edgings.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This simple flared tank features a flattering V-neck. Garter stitch panels decrease at the sides to provide easy, flatter- ing shaping. It’s worked in the round seamlessly from the bottom up in Euroflax Sport.
Knitting: Pullover
This easy fitting tee is worked from cuff to cuff in two identical pieces, front and back. The centre front and back feature a fun tuck detail at the neck and garter stitch edging at the hem.
Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Pullover
This tidy raglan pullover is worked seamlessly from the bottom
Knitting: Scarf
This intricate-looking cabled scarf works up super quickly in Turbine. The slipped stitches keep the edges tidy.
Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This quick shawlette makes the most of just one skein of Louisa, a super soft cashmere-silk mix from Mountain Colors. Worked from the top down with a garter tab, easy lace zigzags and a fun chevron edging. Lace patterns are given as both charts and row-by-row directions.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves, Beanie, Toque
This simple and stylish set features garter stitch edgings and a fun stockinette and garter ridge pattern, broken up by columns of twisted stitches. The texture, columns of ribbing, and twisted stitches mimic the foliage of members of the genus Polemonium.
Knitting: Dress
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Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
This simple hat and handwarmer set is perfect for practicing your stranded colourwork. The pattern is comprised entirely of peeries, which are small colourwork repeats of 1-7 rounds. To ensure the foreground pattern ‘pops’ against the background, be sure to consistently hold the contrast colour in your left hand, or with the strand coming up fr...
Knitting: Scarf
This super quick bulky scarf makes the most of a few skeins of Harrisville’s wonderfully woolly Turbine yarn. The upper edge is created with a perpendicular garter stitch cast on for a neat, stable edge. Easy German short rows are incorporated into the stockinette stitch body, for slightly tapered ends. The stacked increases and decreases in th...
Knitting: Mittens, Beanie, Toque
This easy rolled edge hat and mitten set works up in a jiffy in super bulky yarn. Perfect for beginners to working in the round! Warm and cuddly for all your winter activities or gifts.
Knitting: Cowl
KOPPEN Cowl is an easy, essential knit featuring the same subtle Raindrop Stitch used in the Koppen Cardigan. The bottom edge begins with an interesting perpendicular I-cord and garter stitch cast-on, and is mirrored along the top edge with a similar bind-off.
Knitting: Cardigan
KOPPEN is a seamless raglan cardigan with overlapping fronts and one button closure or optional I-cord ties. A subtle diagonal texture pattern is worked on the body, along with integrated I-cord and garter stitch edgings. Long sleeves feature deep garter stitch cuffs and a center garter stitch panel. Worked in a bouncy Targhee wool from Dirty W...
Knitting: Cardigan
LLANOS is a lightweight wrap cardigan that’s perfect for throwing over dresses in the summer or long sleeved tees in the winter for a not-too-hot layer. Worked from the top down with an easy lacy edging, I-cord ties, and options for elbow-length or full length sleeves. Darted waist shaping is worked on the back only. A fingering weight wool-bam...
Knitting: Cardigan
NORRLAND is a swingy cardigan with lots of twisty, lacy cables. A little waist shaping worked at the sides of the body combine with the oversized fronts to create a great flattering (yet comfy!) silhouette. Long set-in sleeves and a squishy garter stitch cowl neck are perfect for cozying up anywhere. This worsted weight yarn from Zen Yarn Garde...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Note: Pattern includes directions for both the Motley Hat and Motley Mitts
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Note: Pattern includes directions for both the Motley Hat and Motley Mitts
Knitting: Scarf
Just Enough Ruffles Light is a fingering weight version of the popular Just Enough Ruffles pattern! Designed to use just 100g of fingering weight yarn, this scarf is perfect for those special single skeins when you need a pop of colour or a little warmth. A circular needle is used to accomodate the large number of stitches. Lots of helpful tips...
Knitting: Cowl
A pretty cowl for all seasons. The cable and lace patterns alternate around the loop, creating a lovely mix of textures. The knitting is easy, with every other round worked even in knit and purl. Perfect for beginners to lace and cables.
Knitting: Cardigan
CRESTLINE is a pretty cardigan with short sleeves, twisted ribbing, and ribbon lace. I designed this sweater to wear on vacation in Vancouver, BC, and it was perfect over dresses and tees every day! The smooth hand- dyed yarn is worked at a slightly open gauge, and is lightweight but still warm and comfortable. Great for ocean breezes and offic...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
ERRATA January 2016: To modify the size of the shawl, the pattern should say to work Rows 9-16 of Lattice Border chart, ending after a Row 13. Version 1.3 is available for update in your Ravelry library!
Knitting: Cowl
Six patterns in one!
Knitting: Cardigan
RUSHOLME is a cozy zippered cardigan with chunky seed stitch details and optional patch pockets. A little bit of waist shaping is worked on the back only, for a flattering but easy fit. The deep cuffs, fronts and long sailor collar are all edged with attached I-cord for a lovely clean finish. A one or two-way zipper makes Rusholme super easy to...
Knitting: Cardigan
FOXLEY is a comfortable everyday sweater with a beautiful, easy to work twisted stitch pattern. The bracelet length sleeves are worked in stockinette stitch to keep all eyes on the Diamond Lattice body. A flattering deep V-neck and slightly cropped body length allow this sweater to go well over dresses, skirts, or trousers - whatever you fancy!
Knitting: Pullover
TERRITORY is a cozy, stylish pullover with a pretty, easy slip-stitch colourwork pattern. It looks complex, but you’ll only be working with one colour at a time! The Frieze pattern is echoed on the cuffs, while the rest of the long set-in sleeves offset the patterned body with simple Stockinette. The pieces are worked flat from the bottom up, a...
Knitting: Cardigan
Brentwood is a cozy, tunic length cardigan that’s easy to knit with deep ribbed edges, textured stitch pattern and sailor collar. Deep pockets and long sleeves ensure this is one sweater you’ll live in this fall!
Knitting: Pullover
The Grantham Pullover is a flattering sweater featuring an asymmetrical hem and simple V-neck. The back is worked
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
BESTELLEN is a top-down triangular shawl with a squishy lace and cable pattern. It begins with a circular cast on, incorporating yarn over increases to create an elongated triangle that stays wrapped around your neck. A simple ribbed edging provides a clean finish.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
AWAIT is a simple side-to-side shrug, perfect for layering over tees and dresses. The body is worked as a basic rectangle with stretchy ribbed cuffs and easy to memorize Rick-Rack Lace. The ends of the rectangle are seamed, forming the sleeves, then the ribbed edging is picked up and worked in the round.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves, Beanie, Toque
ANTICIPATE is a lovely hat and handwarmer set worked in a small amount of lightweight yarn. Simple stockinette and Rick-Rack Lace join forces for a knit that’s intuitive to work and fun to wear! Both the hat and handwarmers are worked seamlessly in the round. Perfect for that special skein of sock yarn.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
LINGER is a top-down triangular shawl with fun asymmetry. Beginning with a circular cast on, one half of the shawl is worked entirely in Rick-Rack Lace, while the other half is stockinette, punctuated by a narrow lace column. The border is worked side to side and knit onto the edge of the shawl, so there’s no long edge to cast off! Both charted...
Knitting: Pullover
Knitting: Scarf
Hallam is a simple to knit scarf with lots of personality. Worked from side to side, the seed stitch body is shaped with short rows for a gentle curve that wraps around your neck. Beginner-friendly lace edges one side. Easy to adjust for a variety of yarns and gauges. Shown in Long.
Knitting: Cardigan
Laurentian is an elegant yet easy to wear cardigan with a fun drop stitch pattern and pretty picot edging. The ribbed back and sleeves are worked seamlessly from the top down, and ensure a comfortable, tidy fit across the shoulders. Short rows shape the curved back hem before stitches are picked up for the collar. The garter and drop stitch col...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Bathurst is a soft and slightly slouchy hat with a simple and interesting stitch pattern. Yarn over increases create right- angled triangles that are then pleated, creating a cushy and airy double layered fabric. The crown of the hat is worked in simple stockinette with a quickly gathered crown.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Perrine is an easy to memorize, textured shawl with clustered stitches that are evocative of crocheted granny squares. It is excellent scrunched up under your coat in winter, or open and draped over your shoulders in sunnier seasons. Perrine is perfect for using up sock yarn scraps in a multitude of colours, or that special fingering weight yar...
Knitting: Cardigan
Moraine is a super cozy wrap cardigan with an intricately cabled back and simple stockinette fronts. The long ribbed sleeves keep the shape from being overwhelming, but stretch wonderfully over your tee or blouse. The extra-long shawl collar can be worn scrunched up at the back of your neck for extra warmth and is finished with a tidy I-cord bi...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Lamplight is a lovely hat featuring an original colourwork brocade pattern. The ribbed brim can be worn down for a slouchier look, or tucked inside the hat for a little extra warmth around your ears. Worked in the round from the bottom up with a pretty Latvian Braid and stranded colourwork.
Knitting: Hanging Ornament
Celebrate the season (any season) with these fun, nontraditional ornaments! These space-themed ornaments work up quickly and are great for your stash of sock yarn leftovers, in all sorts of colours. They would also make a great baby mobile or playtime toys. Embroidered initials would be lovely for personalized gifts - embellish to your heart’s ...
Knitting: Pullover
Stoddard is a cozy V-neck pullover with a fun, unusual construction. Three-quarter length sleeves feature a sturdy herringbone cuff and faux raglan seams for a casual, easy to wear look. It’s even reversible front to back! Harrisville’s WATERshed knits up into a light, cohesive fabric with a wooly, comforting hand and beautiful flecks of subtle...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
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Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Cowl
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Knitting: Cardigan
Markdale is a breezy, seamless cardigan featuring elbow length lace sleeves and a casual fit. Stockinette and lace bands are easy to work and surpisingly quick to knit up. Markdale is perfect for making the most out of a few skeins of fingering weight yarn, and is a flattering layer over dresses and tees.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Cerasus is a top-down shawl that begins with a simple, elegant lace mesh and finishes with easy stockinette and ribbing. Increases on every row produce nice long wings to wrap around your neck or tie in front or back. Easy to adapt to different weights of yarn, just go up a needle size or two from the recommended needle size.
Knitting: Cardigan
Sauble is a light, comfortable cardigan perfect for layering. The short sleeves and V-neck are easy to wear over your favourite T-shirts and dresses. The Wildflower Knot stitch is elegant and fun to knit, and this cardigan is a great way to use just a few skeins of sock yarn.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
An elegant and fun accessory featuring Elongated Garter Stitch and an unusual drop-stitch twist pattern. Perfect for wrapping around your neck or over your shoulders - and for knitting up that skein or two of special sock yarn! Three different size and shape options so you can find the perfect fit.
Knitting: Cardigan
Escarpment is a lovely everyday cardigan with Elongated Garter Stitch sleeves and bodice. The V-neck and hip darts are flattering and easy to work.
Knitting: Cardigan
Winona is a cardigan worked seamlessly from the top down, with a deep V-neck and long sleeves. The lower body is flared, with slipped stitches highlighting the increase lines and side “seams”. 
Knitting: Pullover
Ikemura is a fun, comfortable pullover featuring colourblocking and a swingy, easy to wear A-line shape. The notched neckline and extra-long sleeves are finished with simple ribbing.
Knitting: Pullover
Levina is a comfortable and feminine pullover, worked in a peekaboo all-over lace pattern. Ostrich Plumes lace is easy to work and knits up in a jiffy on larger needles. The gorgeous yarn is Jill Draper’s superwash merino, which is smooth, soft, and a joy to knit with (the colour is awesome too!).
Knitting: Pullover
Tiverton is a classic, easy to wear pullover featuring mirrored cables on front and back, long twisted rib cuffs and a deep scoop neck. Perfect for layering, and versatile enough to throw on with jeans or a flirty skirt.
Knitting: Cardigan
Errata (April 12, 2013): Version 1.3 is the latest update. There were minor chart errors in Rows 10 and 16 - all stitches should be worked as they appear.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Sometimes a bit of simple knitting is all you need. This top-down triangular shawl is perfectly light and warm, and works up quickly with little fuss. Great for adding a pop of colour all year round. Use any yarn you like, simply adjust the needle size - one or two sizes larger than the ball band recommendation will help you achieve a supple, n...
Knitting: Cowl
Six patterns in one! Two sizes and three gauges make it easy to work up lots of these pretty cowls with ease. Barbara Walker’s Quilted Cross Stitch pattern is fun to work and is very cushy. The fabric stays flat, and looks great on both sides. Use fingering, worsted, or bulky weight yarn.
Knitting: Earflap Hat
This quick and easy hat is worked from the bottom up in the round, with optional earflaps.
Knitting: Cardigan
Please note: There was an error in the pattern originally published. Page 3, Right Side of Body should read: …provisionally cast on J______ sts onto a spare needle.
Knitting: Cardigan
ERRATA Jan 2016: The headings for Upper Right and Upper Left Front were transposed! After finishing the Lower Body, you’ll be working the Upper Left Front. An updated version is now available in your Ravelry library.
Knitting: Pullover
TERAI is the ultimate lightweight pullover. Two strands of soft, shimmery laceweight in different shades are held together to create a warm, light, and lovely fabric. The shapely front cables cinch in the sweater at your waist for a flattering detail on all body types, and gentle A-line side shaping ensures movement and ease around your hips.
Knitting: Pullover
DIMBALA is a classic henley neck pullover with a fun, easy to knit tiled stitch pattern. A deep hem of neat twisted ribbing and slightly cropped length create a great silhouette, perfect for work or play.
Knitting: Cardigan
NILGIRI is a pretty cardigan with a geometric lace pattern. The unique stitch pattern is easy and fast to work, and great for a beginner lace knitter. The relaxed shape of this cardigan is perfect dressed up or down. Neat hems and garter stitch bands offset the lacy pattern.
Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Cowl
A simply perfect striped cowl in the most luxurious cashmere. Great beginning project!
Knitting: Headband
Geary Avenue is a quick to knit earband that uses just a little bit of yarn. An interesting cable pattern makes it fun to knit, as well as super cozy and warm.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Originally published as part of the TFA Year in Colour Club 2011.
Knitting: Cowl
This fun and funky cowl makes the most of small amounts of yarn. Short row wedges and stripes combine to form wonderfully sculptural and eye-catching waves, while keeping the knitting fun! This will fly off your needles. The rustic, tweedy wool has gorgeous flecks of colour and lots of body, for a cowl that will really keep you warm.
Knitting: Pullover
The easy to wear Bottineau Pullover is perfect for curling up in. The super soft yarn is cozy, but the open cowlneck helps keep you from overheating. A relaxed fit in the body and sleeves is accented by a slip stitch mock rib pattern which draws in to the waist. The oversized cowl is worked in the same pattern with increases to help it lay open...
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
This unique shawl features a fun scalloped edging worked with short rows in Garter Stitch. Lacy columns keep the body of the shawl interesting to knit, while the elongated Garter Stitch pattern shows off handdyed yarn to great effect! A gentle curve in the body of the shawl ensures that it wraps nicely around your shoulders or neck for a comfor...
Knitting: Scarf, Cowl
This soft, drapey cowl is worked in the perfect blend of baby alpaca, silk, camel and cashmere - what could be better? Knit in the round with four different easy and pretty stitch patterns as well as four different colours, which keeps the knitting interesting and fun. This cowl is great for using up the smaller amounts of pretty yarns lurking ...
Knitting: Cowl
This cozy oversized cowl is quick to knit up in an unusual, fun stitch pattern that’s reversible, too! Knit seamlessly in the round, this is the perfect project to show off handpainted, handspun and extra-special yarns. I love the sunny yellow colour of this Malabrigo merino, and it’s super soft - perfect for wrapping around your neck on those ...
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Belle is an elegant and easy-to-knit shrug with a ruffled lace edging. Knit in one piece from cuff to cuff, with just two short seams and flexible sizing. Perfect for throwing on over casual or more dressy outfits, this is one piece that’s sure to please!
Knitting: Pullover
Errata, August 2013 - there was an error in the Body Check Chart. Rows 6 & 7, stitches 6-8 should be shifted one st to the right, to take up sts 5-7. A new version is available through Twist Collective.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Ilkley is a triangular shawl, knit from the bottom up - you start with lots of stitches but start decreasing right away! No casting off hundreds of stitches. Shown in two sizes, a two-colour smaller scarf and a five-colour ombre version in a larger shawl size. The non-lacy stitch pattern is cushy yet airy, and easy to work! Perfect for small am...
Knitting: Cardigan
What could be sweeter than a baby cardigan with its own colourwork bunting?
Knitting: Cardigan
A perfect blazer cardigan! Savile Row has curved hems and a shapely waist with a fun ribbon detail. Fastened pockets hold all those little things, and soft notched lapels are polished and classic. Knit seamlessly with set-in sleeves from the bottom up with I-Cord edges. Deep garter stitch cuffs on the sleeves are closed with lots of wee buttons.
Knitting: Convertible Gloves
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Knitting: Cowl
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Knitting: Cowl, Fingerless Gloves
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Knitting: Mittens
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Knitting: Cloche Hat
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Knitting: Beret, Tam
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Knitting: Legwarmers
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Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
The Tower Mill Shawl is a versatile shawl or wide scarf, beginning with an innovative garter stitch border cast on and shaped with short rows for a subtle curve. Tower Mill also incorporates a fun lace and cable pattern reminiscent of windmill sails which flows into the clean ribbed edge.
Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Cardigan, Coat / Jacket
A perfect layer for those extra-cold days or as a cozy jacket, this top down sweatercoat is sure to find a perfect spot in your wardrobe! Two strands of worsted weight yarn are held together for a cozy marled look and warm fabric.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
A fun and quick top-down shrug is a perfect layering piece for transitional weather - give those fun summer dresses a chance for cooler weather, or just keep the air conditioned chill off in warmer climates.
Knitting: Scarf
The only word for this scarf is luscious! Soft, silky, luxurious laceweight cashmere gives an ethereal halo to this light and cozy fabric. If cashmere isn’t in your budget, find the softest merino or alpaca laceweight you can!
Knitting: Cardigan
Cityscape juxtaposes traditional circular yoke shaping with an unexpected motif. A city skyline sits around the upper yoke, worked stranded-style in two colours. To make the colour work easier to knit, the cardigan is knit seamlessly in the round and stetted open at the front.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
A super light, airy square shawl reminicient of a bandana or silk scarf. Easy to knit stockinette in the round with a fun garland lace edging. Wear it folded and tied, over your shoulders or any way you’d wear a bandanna!
Knitting: Cardigan
Technical Editing by Jaya Purswani
Knitting: Cardigan
Technical Editing by Jaya Purswani
Knitting: Cardigan
A lightweight cardigan for breezy spring days, overzealous air conditioning, or autumn layering. Warm enough for the breeze but light enough for sunshine!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This lacy wrap in fingering weight yarn scrunches up as a scarf or expands to be a stole. Versatile and easy to wear, Massey is knit on the bias in an easy lace pattern that looks great on both sides! One side features a geometric diamond pattern while the reverse is a wide and lacy rib. The knit-as-you-go I-cord edges are neat and pretty - a p...
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A very slight error, Feb 19/2010 - the 16-inch circular needle length metric equivalent should say 40 cm, not 30.
Knitting: Cardigan
Feeling the chill? Cozy cables are just what you need! The ribbony Sheepfold Cable runs up the fronts of this aran weight cardigan, flanked by tiny three stitch braids that are echoed on the sleeves. A tidy garter stitch waist detail adorns the otherwise simple and easy back. Functional pockets and a mini shawl collar complete this classic ever...
Knitting: Cowl
This fast and fun cowl is snuggly, warm, and a great intro to stranded colourwork knitting to boot! Worked in either fingering weight or DK weight yarn, this is a great project to use up all those little bits of sock yarn or a special fibre.
Knitting: Cowl
Please note that you should join, place a marker, and knit in the round for this project! An update has been sent out with this correction.
Knitting: Cowl
Also available with the Attabi Wrap - http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/attabi-set
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Also available along with the Attabi Cowl - http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/attabi-set
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Sagano is an area located in western Kyoto, Japan, where the serene landscape includes one of the most spectacular bamboo forests in all of Japan. This textured scarf-sized shawl evokes the quiet beauty of bamboo in its leafy main stitch and stemlike ribbed edging. Use a special, soft yarn and keep the drafts away!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Current corrected version: Hibiscus-240714.pdf
Knitting: Cardigan
Also included in the Flora and Fauna Collection!
Knitting: Cardigan
Also included in the Flora and Fauna Collection!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This little reversible shawl is super quick to knit and perfect to drape over your shoulders or wrap around your neck for that little bit of warmth (especially against over-zealous air conditioning!).
Knitting: Cardigan
2017 updates: The pattern has been updated slightly to ensure the correct body length and shaping instructions. The current filename is MondayMorning-2017.pdf and is available for download in your Ravelry library!
Knitting: Knee-highs
You’ll have lots of fun knitting and wearing these striped knee socks! Knit a custom fit in a variety of foot sizes and calf sizes - over forty size combinations.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Current version: TDSW-2015-v3-1.pdf
Knitting: Skirt
Bored of the same old skirt style? Break out of the mold with the Perimeter skirt! This easy to knit, easy to wear skirt is knit in a continuous strip that winds around the body and creates an A-line shape. Flowy, carefree hemp yarn provides tons of drape and style. The elastic waistband feels great and looks great, too! Wear it with tights in ...
Knitting: Brooch
A poppy is worn by Canadians (and other Commonwealth nations) in November to remember the sacrifices of war.
Knitting: Scarf
German version available via Rosy Green Wool - Deutsche Anleitung nur über Rosy Green Wool erhältlich.
Knitting: Mittens
Bring some celestial beauty into your life with these unique and fun mittens. The Galileo mittens are worked in a mirrored, non-repeating stranded colourwork pattern on the hand that is reminicient of Renaissance astronomy charts and inspired by the stars. Striped cuffs and thumbs, as well as a diamond palm pattern, provide a visual geometric c...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This is a modified version of my Simple Yet Effective shawl pattern, worked in Noro Kureyon Sock and a fun striped pattern.
Knitting: Pullover
January 5, 2014: The Waffles All Sizes Bundle is currently unavailable to EU customers.
Knitting: Pullover
Sweater of champions! Clad your baby, toddler, child or youth in this fun, easy to knit pullover. Knit from the top down, raglan style, in a stretchy and easy to memorize waffle stitch pattern, Waffles also features twisted rib details and an optional button placket collar.
Knitting: Pullover
Sweater of champions! Clad your baby, toddler, child or youth in this fun, easy to knit pullover. Knit from the top down, raglan style, in a stretchy and easy to memorize waffle stitch pattern, Waffles also features twisted rib details and an optional button placket collar.
Knitting: Cardigan
Keep your cool with B-Side! The B-Side Cardigan features an easy to knit cable panel on the left front and shoulder, subtle waist shaping, ribbed sleeve detail and ribbed sailor-type collar. The body is worked in one piece to the underarm, then splits for the set in sleeve shaping.
Knitting: Cardigan
Looking for that little something to grab on those cool fall mornings? Something warm and cozy but at the same time sharp and put together? Lucy in the Sky is for you!
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Rayne is an easy, fast-knitting and flattering wrap, sweater, or shawl – however you think of it. Sleeves are picked up and knit down to the wrist in the round for a completely seamless garment. This versatile piece will land a great place in any wardrobe! Perfect for wrapping around yourself on a chilly day, or just a great excuse to snuggle ...
Knitting: Cardigan
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Knitting: Pullover
Button Me Up! is a fun, fast and easy pullover knit seamlessly in the round from the bottom up with raglan sleeves. The functional buttoned yoke is knit flat, with button bands picked up and finished afterwards. Just the thing to show off unique or vintage buttons - the ones on this sweater were pulled from a thrifted vest!
Knitting: Cardigan, Coat / Jacket
This pattern was updated in February 2020, with corrected stitch counts.