[Bundle] All Patterns in the Color Techniques Issue!
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[Bundle] All Patterns in the Color Techniques Issue!
If you love the patterns and are looking for a deal – this is a great choice! Get all 5 patterns at 20% off!
[free pattern] Lightshow Hat
I can’t be the only knitter who has opened her calendar to find that a gift giving occasion is around the corner and I only have days, or worse hours, to knit a little something special to go with an “ordinary” purchased gift. This hat pairs well with an admission ticket to see the winter …
[pattern] Hawthorn Cowl
Mosaic knitting is perfect for knitters who are new to knitting colorwork. This colorful cowl is knit with tonal DK yarn, using fisherman’s rib to border an allover mosaic stitch pattern in contrasting colors. Knit seamlessly in the round, it is a relaxing, but intriguing cowl to knit. Inspiration Inspired by the Hawthorn tree, sacred …
[pattern] Up, Down and All Around Socks
The color sections form staircases that go up and down and all around the socks. These socks are knitted from the cuff down, mostly in an intarsia in the round technique. Add to Your Sock Drawer Whether intarsia in the round is a new technique or not, these socks will be a gorgeous addition to …
[pattern] Snorkmaiden Socks
Snorkmaiden is a small troll of the Snork family. She lives in the Moominvalley and she wears a golden anklet that she is very proud of. The Inspiration This design sprung from the want to wear something as elegant on my own ankles. It’s not golden as hers but I think it’s still pretty cool! …
[pattern] Cowl of the Norns
In Norse cosmology, all beings live in the Nine Worlds that center around the cosmological tree Yggdrasil. The Tree itself has three major roots and at the base of one of these roots live a trio of Norns, the Norse demi goddesses who create life and determine man’s destiny. This cowl has an unusual construction …
[pattern] Shield Maiden Pullover
Shield maidens were ferocious female Viking warriors that were vibrantly described in many Norse sagas. Until recently, shield maidens were largely considered mythical; however, a 2017 DNA analysis confirmed that a body found buried along with several weapons and horses was in fact female. I’ve always found inspiration in strong female figures. Shield Maiden is …
[review] Charming Colorwork Socks
The book Charming Colorwork Socks, written by Charlotte Stone, is a gorgeous book! Many of you know Charlotte from @stoneknits, so this particular subject is NOT a surprise. Those socks on the cover really set the stage, and the book gives you TWENTY-FIVE gorgeous pairs! Not Just for Colorwork Knitters I don’t say it lightly. …
Apollo Hat
This stranded hat was inspired by the colorway Apollo, and NASA’s space shuttle program of the same name, that landed the first humans on the Moon. I am fascinated with the Universe and brought concepts like The Big Bang and Black Holes into the motifs on this hat. This 2-color colorwork hat is worked in …
Deceptive Hat
This interesting colorwork hat is deceptively easy to make! It moves away from traditional colorwork patterns and uses geometric motifs with clean lines for a contemporary look. The flower at the crown is unexpected, and a small gather creates gently textured petals. The use of DK yarn makes the pattern easier for colorwork beginners. Features …
Charts for Colorwork
I think this is a simple chart and it truly shows us a good picture. Types of Colorwork Charts There are at least 2 types of colorwork charts, and it all has to do with the shape of the box. Some boxes are shown as a square (top) – both the height and width are …
Spanra Legwarmers
These legwarmers are a great introductory pattern for stranded knitting, and a fun pattern for the more experienced stranded knitter. They’re worked from the ankle to the cuff, in the round, with increases for the calf. This great form-fitting accessory will add some flare to your cool-weather wardrobe. Subscribe and get access to ALL premium …
Elgin Mittens
These mitts cover the whole hand, with a ribbed cuff and an afterthought thumb. They are knitted in the round using DK weight yarn, with the double thickness of the stranded fabric making them extra warm. The single size stretches well to fit hands sized 6-8” diameter, and the pattern repeats are large. There are …
Window into Camelot Fingerless Mitts
These romantic mitts were inspired by Medieval windows, doorways, and tracery. Despite their ornate appearance, they are practical too. They have long cuffs to fit under your coats or sweaters and a thumb gusset to allow greater freedom of movement. The dramatic front is mainly accomplished through increases and decreases, with just a few color …
Hexbin Socks
Subscribe and get access to ALL premium patterns! – OR – Hexbin is a top-down, unisex sock pattern featuring stranded colorwork. It is a fun, geometric design that leaves a lot of room for experimentation with color and pattern. It is also a great stash-busting project for those self-striping, gradient or tonal colorways that can …
[tutorial] Roositud (for Knitting)
Roositud is such a pretty technique! I’m sorry to say that it hasn’t gotten a ton of coverage lately, but I want to change that. Great Alternative to Stranded Knitting It’s much easier than traditional knitted stranded colorwork, but it’s a beautiful way to add a second color to your work! How to Knit Roositud …
Berry Shawl
Subscribe and get access to ALL premium patterns! – OR – Purchase this single pattern The Berry Shawl was inspired by hot summers and the lush berries with ice cream that have their season in summer. The little pops of raspberries, the marbling of a good ice cream, all knitted into a lovely shawl with …
Hōtoke Cowl
This cowl is quite simply named “Winter” in Maori – one of the languages spoken in my country (New Zealand). To me, nothing says Winter like the skeletons of trees, waiting patiently in the cold weather for Spring to arrive again and clothe them in leaves. There is a particular tree outside my bedroom window …
Ajao Socks
Ajao is a design inspired by a neighborhood in Lagos, Nigeria where I was lucky enough to spend a month. The colorwork pays homage to the multitude of different window shutters and jumble of metal grilles all stacked on top of each other that I encountered on my daily walk to the bus stop. The …
Caroline K Cowl
This cowl is a great project for stashbusting or for a mini skein pack. Every round changes color, but it is easily memorized so it’s a great “on the go” project. There is flexibility to make it wider or longer as desired, and there is no seaming involved. Make this cowl for yourself or a …
Hen House Socks
The Henhouse socks are inspired by my love of, well, chickens. We have a small backyard flock and they bring us much entertainment (and eggs!). These socks are worked from the top down and feature a stranded colorwork motif of chickens on the leg. A contrast color heel and toe add a fun touch. Tutorials …