Attack from Outer Space! The ebook has all your space necessities: rayguns, rockets, space helmets, and alien robots! This four pattern set is an homage to the sci-fi movies of the 50s and 60s. Drawing from classics spanning from The Day the Earth Stood Still to Barbarella, there’s a little something for every sci-fi fan here.

Cyborg Legs mimic the riveted metal paneling of robots or androids. Sleek, shapely lines accent the angles of the leg to give the impression of pieced metal while different stitch patterns are meant look like different textures of metal.

Pew pew! No space explorer would be dare venture into the unknown without their trusty raygun! These three-fingered gloves are perfect for comfortably defending against any nefarious aliens who may be lurking about.

Noble Hero is the perfect accessory for the dashing hero in your life. The oversized ribbing around the neck narrows to a nice snug fitting balaclava, perfect for keeping those ears safe and warm while hurling through space. An icord edge around the opening perfectly frames the face for your gorgeous close-ups.

Friend or foe? Be careful approaching that metal man emerging from his ship, you never know what he’s capable of!

5… 4… 3… 2… 1! These legwarmers capture the moment of a beginning of a grand adventure. Into the great unknown!!

Estheray is about as easy of a colorwork hat as you can get! It’s worked on size 3 needles and with a easy to memorize chart. Optional contrasting pom-pom adds a bit of a fun punch!

Temblor Mittens feature staggered stripes meant to mimic the tectonic shifts of an earthquake, or “temblor”. Worked up in two colors of DK weight, these mittens leave room for playing with fun, interesting color pairings while the simple stitch pattern makes for an easy straightforward knit.

Medusa the Gorgon, the most mesmerizing of all monsters, graces the backs of these mittens. Strands of her hair, er, snakes line the palm and thumb.

Oh, Pandora, the trouble your curiosity caused! You couldn’t re-trap the evil you let loose but the moment of its escape is captured on these mitts.

Sisyphus, king of Ephyra, was condemned by the gods to roll a boulder to the top of a hill for all eternity, only to have it roll back down every time he got near the top.

Fallback is my celebration of having fall back! Hooray for scarf weather!

Waneka is named after a lake in my town which has a cute little path around it. It’s a breeze of a walk, good for an afternoon clear-your-mind stroll. Similarly, this cowl is a good zone out and clean your slate sort of knit. It features join as you go icord with a super easy and clever braid up the side. No cabling, no seaming, and no finishin...

Oversized single cell organisms swimming across your hand! This pattern is my homage and nod to my favorite ever cartoonist and the man who first introduced me to amoebas, Far Side creator Gary Larson. My sense of humor is very much attributed to this guy!

Bring out your inner beast! Whether you’re tromping through dense forrest of the mountains or over the tundra of the arctic, these will keep those feet of yours toasty warm.

Chupacabra Mittens feature the feared ‘Goat Sucker’ of Mexico and Central America. El Chupacabra’s menacing face graces the backs of the hands while goats tile the palms. The pattern includes two full charts for the right and left mittens, with the difference between the Small and Large obtained by a change in needle size.

Forget lush stoles and furs, this year it’s all about slimy creatures wrapped around your neck!

The Mermaid Cowl is an easy colorwork accessory combing both Stroll and Stroll Tonal. At a distance the image, like the mystical Mermaid, is hard to spot at first. Upon closer inspection, you can see the tiled mermaid silhouettes. The simple feather and fan edge finishes it off, giving the feel of waves.

Sea Serpent Squish is a soft toy for the Nessie fans out there. At a width of 19” and with joining to make it a solid piece, it would also make a super fun throw pillow!

This creature - said to live in the central United States - is part jackrabbit, part antelope, and 100% irresistible! This toy is knit in pieces and then joined, giving it a lovable floppiness. Knit worsted, this fella will stand 19” tall to the tip of his antlers. For a fun size variation, try a more petite one with fingering or a super huggab...

Browns Crossing is the old name of the Colorado town of Nederland. The tiny 1.5 square mile town is rich in characteristic Rocky Mountain charm but still retains much of the grit of the original 1800s settlement, a combination that I adore.

Need some fancy adornment while trying to make a decision? Great for when flipping a coin or drawing straws just won’t do!

I swear the city of Prague glows at night. Unlike many western citys with its neon and eerily green-blue nights, central Prague radiates this love with its warm lighting. It’s so welcoming and cozy, like the illumination itself is wrapping you up and keeping you warm. This sensation is what inspired this cowl.

Robot invasion! Fill that science fiction hole in your day with a little War of the Worlds-esque scene on your hands. Dramatic orchestral soundtrack optional.

Warning: it is impossible to wear these gloves or mitts without feeling the need to wildly wiggle your fingers!

Izzy is about the most huggable reptile you’ll ever find! Bobble teeth give her a little less dangerous of a look than her counterparts. She’s not hurting anyone with those worn down stubs! Stripes give the body a distinct look while adding a bit of fun to the knit.

Strelka may be small, but he’s brave and scrappy!

A squishy dachshund with an irresistible smile! Who couldn’t use a little sidekick to brighten their day?

This top down earflap hat incorporates cozy cables and a tight gauge for an incredibly warm winter hat. Four large cables line the hat, broken up by knit panels with thin braids of mini cables down the center. These two sections give enough to hold the interest of the knitter without the end result becoming too busy. The thing that sets this ha...

This pattern is for a floppy, huggable toy cat. The pattern employs stranded color work and two dimensional shaping that will be familiar to anyone who has done two color mittens and who would like to branch out to knitting toys. The pieces are all knit separately then blocked, loosely stuffed, and joined. Knitting, joining, and stuffing separa...

This creature might look fierce at first but his heart is as big as his monstrous hands. He lives in the woods all alone but he is always up for company, especially when they bring him food. He spends his days going for long walks and watching the clouds change.

This sweet little pixie is playful and friendly as can be. She helps watch over all the creatures in the forest and makes sure the rascals stay out of trouble. She is a big sister to everyone and very much enjoys being helpful.

The troll is the grumpy curmudgeon of the group. His hobbies include hiding under bridges and occasionally eating goats. Some say that all he really needs is a friend but he’s too shy to ask. Consider making a pair so that they won’t be lonely!

As a little girl I adored puppet mittens. I had a pair when I was four that I wanted to wear every day, regardless if the weather required it or not. How fun it was to have little friends on my hands with me throughout the day!

A child can never have too many hats. This pattern has instructions for five different sizes in two different yarn weights and gauges for maximum customization. Whether you are looking for a heavy winter hat for your preschooler or a light spring covering for a newborn, this hat has something for you.

This nice, mild mannered man becomes a fierce wolfman in the light of the full moon! When your friends see the doll sitting on your shelf no one will assume the secret he has hidden inside.

A playful little monster with big ears and toes so cute you’ll just want to nibble them! Short rows are used to do most of the shaping. Clever techniques are used on the feet and hands to leave very few ends to weave in!

A lightweight shawlette/scarflette for cool summer evenings or breezy spring days. Half linen stitch combined with large needles creates a nice airy fabric. A contrasting color edging adds a little extra punch!

So as not to forget the boys, here is a hat to compliment the girly Dear Liza.

May 2013:

There is no set size for this little mouse. Choose any weight feltable wool to customize your own size, from mini ornament to huggable big guy! With only a small amount of yarn required, this is a great way to use up small balls of yarn.

A top down earflap hat for the tiny person in your life. A quick knit for a last minute gift, and with the earflaps done in short rows there is no joining of yarn or stitches.

This pair of short mitts is a perfect quick stranded project for fighting off the last of winter blues or powering through the beginning of autumn. Unleash your inner superhero on a daily basis!