![Catherine’s Wheel [tutorial]](https://knotions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/catherines-wheel-featured.jpg)
The Catherine's Wheel uses a fancy name, but it's really just a bunch of SCs and DCs worked in a specific way to create the circular look. In other words, this is a simple stitch to learn and use. For this tutorial, we'll use 2 different …
Caitriona Shawl
Caitriona (pronounced kəˈtriːnə) is the name of the actress who plays the leading role of Claire Fraser in the Outlander shows. I designed this shawl to feature Jazz Handz Fusion Fiber in the Outlander Series: Jamie Fraser Kilt colorway. The …
News Steps Cowl
This one skein cowl uses raised stitches to create fantastic texture and a dense fabric, perfect to keep you warm as the temperatures begin to drop. It is a perfect project for beginners, using simple stitches to produce a complex looking …
Bubblegum Dots Scarf
This great thing about this scarf is the different looks you can create simply by changing up your contrasting color of yarn. I used a self-striping yarn to create multicolored dots, but I've seen this made with solid colored and variegated dots as …
Felix Vest
"What are you knitting?" There is no other question that can make a crocheter's eye twitch faster. Bonus points if this question came from a friend/family member who has heard me describe the difference between knitting and crochet in painstaking …
Slype Potholder or Coaster
Almost every crochet pattern uses slip stitch for fastening and binding off but that skinny little stitch takes center stage in this pattern to create the main body of the piece. A fabulous texture develops by working in short rows and doing the …
Leslie’s Belt
Leslie is a crocheter I know Who wants a belt when she’s on the go One of her goals is to learn TC* “A place to begin” she asked of me. It’s hot, so a small project is nice To do in July for a small price The pattern uses #3 thread And no …
[tutorial]: Slip Stitch Crochet
![[tutorial]: Slip Stitch Crochet](https://knotions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Slip-stitch-crochet-featured.jpg)
We're all familiar with slipping the last stitch to join to work in the round, but did you know that you can use this stitch for more than just a join? Keep in mind When working slip stitch crochet, you need to work LOOSELY. Also, keep in mind …
[tutorial]: Fringe and Fringe Alternatives
![[tutorial]: Fringe and Fringe Alternatives](https://knotions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/embroidery-floss-fringe-featured.jpg)
Fringe is very popular and in-style right now. We give you a simple way to make fringe! But sometimes the addition of fringe just isn't right for the piece. Or maybe you just don't like fringe. Or you don't want your project to say "I was made …
[tip]: Sweaters for flattering fit
![[tip]: Sweaters for flattering fit](https://knotions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/cardigan-partially-buttoned.png)
We have some great tips if you're either larger or have an area that you don't want to focus on (and who doesn't?). Finding a garment that's flattering can make you feel AWESOME! You have to stop yourself from picking it out of your closet every …
[tutorial] Tunisian Purl Stitch (tps)
![[tutorial] Tunisian Purl Stitch (tps)](https://knotions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/tunisian-purl-stitch-1.jpg)
The Tunisian Purl Stitch is a great stitch to have in your Tunisian Crochet arsenal. It's no more difficult than the Tunisian Simple Stitch (tss) so give it a try! Skip the first vertical bar; bring the yarn to the front of your work. While …
Whales of the Universe Amigurumi Mobile
The universe is so vast and huge, that I often stare into the stars wondering what fantastical creatures are gracefully flying through the cosmos thousands and thousands of light years away, and whether a pod of multicolored whales are out there …
Stegosaurus Shawl
This one skein shawl has a simple bold shape which is designed to show off a special skein of variegated yarn. It is worked end to end which allows you to use up as much of the skein as possible. The long narrow shape means that this piece is a …
Mermaid Fade Shawl
Who doesn’t want to be a Mermaid? It is the perfect season to wear a lightweight and shawl and when you wear a shawl that fades from one color to another, it gives it a little extra! Tutorials Chain Single Crochet (SC) Size 70” …
Elis Shawl
The idea for this shawl came during the 2018 Winter Olympics. The purple and pewter colors have a cool, wintery feel to them. The winners of each Olympic event receive a gold, silver or bronze medal and this yarn has a VERY metallic sheen! Being …
