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Disperse Shawl

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 16:02:00 +0000

The Disperse shawl pattern is now live on Ravelry and Payhip!

This crocheted assigned pooling shawl is a collaboration with Euphoria Knits using their Frenzy base in the Megra colorway. And if you’re visiting DFW Fiber Fest this weekend, you should definitely check out their booth where they’ll have other AP colorways too! In fact, if you show them your receipt for this pattern, you’ll get a discount on the yarn!

Assigned pooling (AP), sometimes called stitch by color, is a beginner-friendly technique in which each stitch is determined by the color of the yarn in a variegated skein. Typically, the yarn will be mostly one color with streaks of an accent color. The main color in the yarn will be assigned a basic stitch pattern (e.g. double crochet), while the accent color will be assigned a fancier stitch (e.g. puff stitch). While this concept is certainly not new, it has gained popularity in recent years through the in-depth explorations of Dawn Barker and her many stunning knitting patterns that employ this method. While I often offer twin patterns, designed for either knit or crochet, this one is only crochet. If you’re looking for a similar vibe using knit stitches, definitely go check out Dawn’s work!

The pattern is written in 3 sizes, using 1, 2, or 3 skeins of sock weight yarn. However, it's an easily adaptable pattern that can really worked to any size you like!

SIZES
S (M, L)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS (approximate)
Span: 39 (56, 70) in / 97.5 (140, 175) cm
Depth: 16 (24, 32) in / 40 (60, 80) cm
Note: Finished size will depend on the proportions of colors in your skein. Longer sections of accent color will result in larger puff stitches, but less of the main color means a smaller shawl overall. Shorter accent sections will yield smaller puffs, but more main color translates to a larger shawl. The yarn used in the sample had roughly 8 in / 20 cm sections of accent color in a 48 in / 122 cm loop.

GAUGE (after blocking)
21 sts / 11 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in double crochet

MATERIALS
Euphoria Knits Frenzy (85% merino, 15% nylon; 437 yds / 400 m per 100g skein); 1 (2, 3) skeins in Megra (shown in size L)
US D / 3.25 mm hook
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker (optional)

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Seismic Shift Shawl to Knit or Crochet

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 17:27:00 +0000

I'm so excited to announce that I've partnered with Miss Babs to design a pair of knit or crochet patterns for the next installment of their Inspired Adventures Club! Kits for the Seismic Shift (knit) and Seismic Shift (crochet) shawls are up for preorder now through August 11 and will ship on August 14.

The construction of this shawl takes its cue from how the Hawaiian Islands were formed as the tectonic plates slowly moved over volcanic hot spots, forming new islands along the way.

The knit pattern features garter stitch fabric, while the crochet version is worked in half double crochet. Each shawl begins at the top and is worked downward, similar to your standard top-down triangular shawl, with a twist or two.

Knitted Shawl

TECHNIQUES
Garter stitch
Stripes
Basic increasing and decreasing
Very simple short rows (no wrapping and turning necessary!)
Picking up stitches from a selvage edge

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 66 in / 165 cm
Height at center: 20 in / 50 cm

GAUGE (after blocking)
20 sts / 40 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Light fingering weight yarn:
Color A: 375 yds / 343 m
Color B: 410 yds / 375 m
Shown in: Miss Babs Avon (85% merino, 15% silk; 490 yds / 448 m per 100g skein); 1 skein each in Reef Waters (A) and Dolphin Dive (B)
US 4 / 3.5 mm circular needle, 36 in / 91 cm
Tapestry needle
6 stitch markers

Crocheted Shawl

TECHNIQUES
Half double crochet
Stripes
Basic increasing and decreasing
Very simple short rows
Picking up stitches from a selvage edge

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 67 in / 167.5 cm
Height at center: 22 in / 55 cm

GAUGE (after blocking)
16 hdc / 15 rows = 4 in / 10 cm

MATERIALS
Light fingering weight yarn:
Color A: 436 yds / 399 m
Color B: 490 yds / 448 m
Shown in: Miss Babs Avon (85% merino, 15% silk; 490 yds / 448 m per 100g skein); 1 skein each in Salmon Hibiscus (A) and Lani (B)
US G / 4 mm hook
Tapestry needle
5 stitch markers

Choose your favorite pairing from 8 exclusive colorways on the luscious Avon wool/silk base!

Pride & Progress Cowl to Knit or Crochet

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 01 Jun 2024 14:40:00 +0000

The Pride & Progress Cowl patterns are now live on Ravelry (knit and crochet) and Payhip (knit and crochet)!

20% of the proceeds from pattern sales will be donated to The Trevor Project initially. In the future, these funds may be directed to other organizations that support the queer community, wherever the need seems greatest at that time.

This design takes inspiration from the Progress Pride Flag created by Daniel Quasar. Like the flag, the cowl builds on the traditional rainbows, joining them with mitered stripes representing transgender people, people of color, and those impacted by HIV/AIDS. Its modular construction - four squares forming a continuous tube - symbolizes the progress we can make when we come together and prioritize inclusion.

The knit pattern features garter stitch fabric, while the crochet version is worked in linen stitch. Each cowl is an infinity tube (aka doughnut or torus) formed by joining four squares together. The first two squares are worked separately in rainbow stripes, from one corner to the other, on the bias. The third and fourth squares are worked modularly by picking up stitches from the rainbow squares and working mitered squares inward with decreases at each corner.

These cowls were designed in collaboration with Leading Men Fiber Arts, using their set of 11 mini skeins in the colors of the Progress Pride Flag. Go check out their Pride Box that includes this yarn and pattern, plus other fantastic pride-themed goodies!

Approximate amounts per color are also included in the patterns, in case you want to use up leftovers from stash or substitute colors if there's a more specific pride flag you would prefer.

Knitted Cowl
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference: 26 in / 65 cm
Height: 6.5 in / 16.5 cm

GAUGE (after blocking)
25 sts/50 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in garter stitch

TOOLS
US 2 / 2.75 mm circular needle
Note: I recommend either magic loop or 2 circs for working in the round.
Tapestry needle
4 stitch markers

YARN
Leading Men Fiber Arts Shop Stopper Minis
(75% superwash merino, 25% nylon; 92 yds / 84 m per 20g skein)
11 mini skeins in the colors of the Progress Pride Flag

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Crocheted Cowl
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference: 28 in / 70 cm
Height: 7 in / 17.5 cm

GAUGE (after blocking)
28 sts / 28 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in linen stitch

TOOLS
US D / 3.25 mm hook
Tapestry needle
4 stitch markers

YARN
Leading Men Fiber Arts Shop Stopper Minis
(75% superwash merino, 25% nylon; 92 yds / 84 m per 20g skein)
11 mini skeins in the colors of the Progress Pride Flag

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Lakewood Cowl to Knit or Crochet

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 12:44:00 +0000

The Lakewood Cowl patterns are now live on Ravelry (knit and crochet) and Payhip (knit and crochet)!

The knit pattern features garter stitch fabric with an i-cord edging, while the crochet version is linen stitch edged with camel stitch. Both are worked from the top down, beginning with a flat triangle, then joined to work a flared tube in the round. Each pattern includes video tutorial links for the relevant techniques.

These cowls were designed in collaboration with Knit Dallas, using their custom colorways from Plied Yarns. Each sample was made with 1 skein of North Ave, plus 1 North Ave bobbin for the trim.

The pattern is incredibly versatile too. You could easily use any yarn weight you like. The patterns include measurements at each step, as well as guidelines on how and where adjustments can be made, so you can work your cowl at whatever gauge you've got, in whatever size you need!

Plus, you can have tons of fun playing with color combos!
* Grab a semi-solid mini skein to accentuate that sassy speckle!
* Stick with a neutral base, then add a pop of neon in the trim!
* Let that gorgeous gradient shine!
* Wanna bust that stash? Try a scrappy stripey version!

SIZE
One size, easily adjustable

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference at top: 21 in / 52.5 cm
Sample stretches up to 24 in / 60 cm
Circumference at bottom: 35 in / 87.5 cm
Depth at center front: 14 in / 35 cm
Depth at back neck: 3.5 in / 9 cm

GAUGE (after blocking)
20 sts/40 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Plied Yarns North Ave (100% wool; 215 yds / 197 m per 50g skein); 1 in Egg Custard (MC)
Plied Yarns North Ave Bobbins (100% wool; 35 yds / 32 m per 8g bobbin); 1 in National Aquarium (CC)
US #3 / 3.25 mm circular needle, 16 inches
Tapestry needle
2 stitch markers

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Wonky Blocks Blanket to Knit or Crochet

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 12:48:00 +0000

The Wonky Blocks Blanket patterns are now live on Ravelry (knit and crochet) and Payhip (knit and crochet)!

Inspired by English paper pieced quilts, this blanket combines squares and diamonds in a playful, off-kilter grid. Knitters will enjoy the meditative garter stitch with simple increases and decreases, constructed in columns using a join-as-you-go technique. Crocheters can whip up stacks and stacks of center-out shapes in basic double and treble crochet to be quickly assembled a few at a time or all at once. Work one up in whatever size you need using any weight of yarn. Make yours a scrappy stash-buster or a precisely planned showpiece!

This pattern was designed in conjunction with the 2023 Fiberside Summer Yarn Crawl, a virtual event throughout July and August featuring tours of dozens of yarn shops across North America. Your purchase of a $10 All Access Pass to the crawl includes a code to download both the knit and crochet versions of this pattern for FREE! Visit FibersideChats.com for more details.

YARN
This pattern was designed to look good with any weight of yarn. If you’re worried you may not have enough of that weight in your stash, try holding multiple strands of a lighter yarn together to achieve the same weight. For example, by holding two strands of fingering weight yarn together to approximate DK, you can use up some of your sock yarn leftovers and your sweater leftovers at the same time!

COLORS
Whether you choose a small, curated palette or go wild and scrappy, your blanket is sure to dazzle! If you’re struggling with choice paralysis, here are few strategies I would recommend:

Focus on one side of the color wheel. Maybe grab all the blues and greens from your stash, or all the pinks and purples. Using a range of hues that have a common primary color can create a cohesive look, even in a scrappy project.
Stock up on neutrals for something a bit more subdued. If you get bored, you can always throw in a pop of neon for funsies!
Take inspiration from your favorite work of art. Give it a good stare, allowing your eyes to blur, and jot down what colors jump out at you first.
Use the diagram at the end of this pattern as a coloring page and have fun!

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Jiggle & Joggle

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 17:16:00 +0000

Jiggle and Joggle are now live on Ravelry (knit and crochet) and Payhip (knit and crochet)!

This pair of sister shawls each sport a striking sideways chevron design. These shawls were designed in collaboration with my newest local yarn shop, Knit Dallas, using their exclusive colorway "East Dallas" from Neighborhood Fiber Co. Each design takes 2 skeins of the Rustic Fingering base, but the shop also stocks the Studio Sock base if single ply isn't your thing.

The knit version, Jiggle, uses intermittent i-cord cast ons to gradually add more chevrons and build depth, followed by i-cord bind offs in the latter half to create that triangular shape. The crocheted Joggle shawl is formed in much the same way, using chains to sporadically extend the lower edge at first. Then, beyond the midpoint, blocks of stitches will be left unworked at the beginning of each decreasing section to bring the shawl back down to a point at the other end.

Jiggle Knitted Shawl
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 60 inches / 150 cm
Height at center: 24 inches / 60 cm

GAUGE (after blocking)
24 sts / 42 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Fingering weight yarn: 820 yds / 750 m
Shown in: Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering [100% merino; 475yds/434m per 114g skein]; 2 skeins in East Dallas
US #3/3.25mm circular needle, 24 inches
Tapestry needle
8 stitch markers, possibly 4 each of 2 different kinds to distinguish increases from decreases

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Joggle Crocheted Shawl
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 62 inches / 155 cm
Height at center: 25 inches / 62.5 cm

GAUGE (after blocking)
20 sts / 14 rows = 4 inches in half double crochet

MATERIALS
Fingering weight yarn: 900 yds / 823 m
Shown in: Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering [100% merino; 475yds/434m per 114g skein]; 2 skeins in East Dallas
US E or 3.5mm hook
Tapestry needle
6 stitch markers, possibly 3 each of 2 different kinds to distinguish increases from decreases

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Enamored Cowl

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 28 Jan 2023 13:33:00 +0000

The Enamored cowl is now live on Ravelry and Payhip! This chunky cowl has a whole lotta love in every stitch!

Large colorwork chevrons on the bottom half and small chevrons on the top meet in the middle to form a series of sweet little hearts that hug the neck. Two-color corrugated ribbing finishes off each edge. If either of these techniques is new to you, don't fret! The pattern includes links to video tutorials on my YouTube channel in case you need a helping hand.

It works up super fast too, using a full skein of Jems Luxe Fibers Monstrous bulky, paired with a set of 5 Monster bulky minis (or you can use two full skeins instead if you like).

SIZES
1 [2]

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference: 24 [27] inches / 60 [67.5] cm
Height: 9 inches / 22.5 cm

GAUGE (after blocking)
16 sts/18 rounds = 4 in/10 cm in stranded colorwork

MATERIALS
Bulky weight yarn:
95 [106] yds / 87 [97] m in color A
16 [18] yds / 15 [17] m each in colors B, C, D, E, F
(You can also substitute minis with 80 [90] yds / 75 [106] m of a single contrasting color)
Size 1 shown in: Jems Luxe Fibers Monstrous
[100% merino; 106 yds / 97 m per 100 g]
1 Monstrous full skein in Pezzottaite (A)
5 Monster bulky minis in Apollo Collection (B, C, D, E, F)
US #10/6mm circular needle, 16 in / 40 cm long
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker

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Pibling

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 22:23:00 +0000

The Pibling cowl is now live on Ravelry and Payhip! Get 25% OFF* when you purchase both the Pibling cowl and the coordinating Niefling hat, no coupon necessary!

*Discount only works on Ravelry. If that site is not accessible to you, I'm happy to work something out with you via email. If you've already bought the Nielfing hat through your Ravelry account, you'll get an even deeper discount on the Pibling cowl to sum up to $9US for both patterns.

Plain double knitting transitions effortlessly into basic brioche ribbing and back to double knitting again in this versatile, reversible cowl design. There are so many ways to style this cowl and hat set!

Pibling (noun): a gender neutral term for the sibling or sibling-in-law of one’s parent, such as an aunt, uncle, or non-binary equivalent

Video tutorials are included for the two-color Italian cast on, double knitting, brioche, and the tubular bind off, making this an excellent skill building project for the adventurous beginner!

SIZES
1 [2]

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference, unstretched:
24 [30] inches / 60 [75] cm
Height:
9.5 inches / 24 cm
You are welcome to adjust the height and circumference to suit your preferences, but keep in mind that will alter the amount of yarn required.

GAUGE (after blocking)
16 sts/24 rounds = 4 in/10 cm in brioche rib
16 sts/29 rounds = 4 in/10 cm in double knitting
Each pair of double-knitted stitches counts as a single stitch.

MATERIALS
DK weight yarn in two contrasting colors:
160 [200] yds of each color, or
147 [183] m of each color
Shown in: Bashful Armadillo Fibers Merino DK [100% merino; 218 yds/200 m per 100g skein] in Jamaican Me Crazy (A) and We Got the Beet (B)
Since this cowl is reversible, it does not matter which color you call A and which you call B.
US #5/3.75mm needles, in a length slightly shorter than your cowl circumference
US #4/3.5mm needles (optional, for cast on)
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker

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Lady Bird

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 03:13:00 +0000

Lady Bird is now live on Ravelry and Payhip!

This shawl begins at one tip and is worked side-to-side. German short-row wedges along the top edge of the shawl cause the direction of the knitting to shift from perfectly horizontal at first to ever increasing biased angles. I-cord edging and an i-cord bind off lend a smooth finish to the garter stitch fabric. This shawl was designed in collaboration with JuJu Knits in Fort Worth, Texas, using their shop exclusive colorway, Lady Bird, from MadelineTosh. Both the colorway and shawl were inspired by the former first lady, Lady Bird Johnson, and her Texas wildflower legacy.

SIZE
1 [2]

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 60 [85] inches / 152 [216] cm
Depth: 20 [28] inches / 51 [71] cm

GAUGE (after blocking)
20 sts/40 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Fingering weight yarn:
420 [840] yds / 384 [768] m of color A (multi)
210 [420] yds / 192 [384] m of color B (solid)
Shown in: MadelineTosh Tosh Merino Light [100% merino; 420yds/384m per 100g skein]; 1 [2] skeins in Lady Bird (A) and 1 [1] skein in Arctic (B)
US #3/3.25mm circular needle, 24in/60cm long
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers for counting stitches, if desired

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Thataway

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 03:12:00 +0000

Thataway is now live on Ravelry and Payhip!

This new 2-color, sock weight, triangular shawl pattern was a collaboration with Amy at West 7th Wool, using their Hunter's Sock base in Matcha Latte and Arsenic. The design features 4 size options, simple stripes, and an unusual (but easy) construction. There are even accompanying video tutorials on my YouTube channel to help you along the way.

SIZE
1 [2, 3, 4]

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 59 [73, 87, 101] inches or 150 [185, 221, 257] cm
Depth: 25 [31, 37, 42] inches or 64 [79, 94, 107] cm

GAUGE (after blocking)
18 hdc/12 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm

MATERIALS
Fingering weight yarn: 360 [545, 775, 1030] yds or 329 [498, 709, 942] m each in two contrasting colors
Yardage estimates do not include tassels. Add 25-50 yds/m per tassel, if desired
Size 1 shown in: West 7th Wool Hunter’s Sock [70% merino, 30% nylon; 437yds/400m per 100g skein] 1 [1, 2, 2] skeins each in Matcha Latte (A) and Arsenic (B)
US G or 4mm hook
Tapestry needle
2 locking stitch markers

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Niefling

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 22 Jan 2022 14:39:00 +0000

The Niefling hat is now live on Ravelry and Payhip!

Plain double knitting transitions effortlessly into basic brioche ribbing in this versatile, reversible hat design. How will you style yours? Light side or dark side? Slouchy or cuffed?

As the name may imply, this design was inspired by my own niece and nephews. It was born of a desire to cater to the whims of a fickle 5-year-old, a sullen 17-year-old, and all tastes in between. With 4 different ways to wear the same hat, everyone should be able to find a style that suits. Plus it’s sized for the entire family!

Video tutorials are included for the two-color Italian cast on, double knitting, and brioche, making this an excellent skill building project for the adventurous beginner!

The original samples were made with Merinolux DK from Barker Wool (formerly Chasing Rabbits Fiber Co.) in the Austin and Empower colorways, but if purple's not your thing, I have it on good authority that Austin's vibrant streaks of color would also pair well with other tonal colorways, such as Velvet, Clara, Crabapple, Tiger Lily, Staghorn, Olivine, Indigo, Gentle...

SIZES
1 [2, 3, 4, 5]
To fit, approximately:
preemie [baby, toddler, child, teen/adult]

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference, unstretched:
10 [12, 14, 16, 18] inches
25 [30, 36, 41, 46] cm
To fit head circumference:
11-13 [13-16, 15-19, 17-21, 19-24] inches
28-33 [33-41, 38-48, 43-53, 48-61] cm
Shown in:
Size 5 on a 23 in/58 cm wooden hat form
Size 4 on an 18 in/46 cm upturned yarn bowl
Height, uncuffed:
5 [6.5, 8.25, 9.25, 10.5] inches
13 [17, 21, 23, 27] cm
You are welcome to adjust the height to suit your preferences, but keep in mind that may alter the amount of yarn required.

GAUGE (after blocking)
16 sts/24 rounds = 4 in/10 cm in brioche rib
16 sts/29 rounds = 4 in/10 cm in double knitting
Each pair of double-knitted stitches counts as a single stitch.

MATERIALS
DK weight yarn in two contrasting colors:
35 [55, 80, 100, 125] yds of each color, or
32 [50, 73, 91, 115] m of each color
Shown in: Barker Wool (formerly Chasing Rabbits Fiber Co) Merinolux DK [100% merino; 219 yds/200 m per 100g skein] in Austin (A) and Empower (B)
Since this hat is reversible, it does not matter which color you call A and which you call B.
US #5/3.75mm needles (your choice of short circular, two circulars, long circular for magic loop, and/or double-pointed needles)
US #4/3.5mm needles (optional, for cast on)
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker

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SideStep

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 09 Oct 2021 16:18:00 +0000

The Sidestep shawl is now live on Ravelry and Payhip!

Basic brioche ribbing alternates with asymmetrical sections of striped garter stitch to give this shawl a striking, graphic look that’s sure to please.

Video tutorials are included for brioche and picking up stitches.

This design was a collaboration with Rachelle of Moondrake Co. The sample was made with the Tweedy DK base, which was an absolutely delight to knit!

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 67 inches
Height at center: 27 inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
16 sts/24 rows = 4 inches in brioche rib
16 sts/32 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Moondrake Co Tweedy DK (75% superwash merino, 25% mulberry silk; 230yds/210m per 100g skein); 1 skein each in Deep Violet (A), Pink Salt (B), and Beni (C)
NOTE: For the sample, A was the darkest color and B was the lightest, but this is not crucial.
US #6/4mm circular needle, 24+ inches
Tapestry needle
Locking stitch marker

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Breezeway

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sun, 16 May 2021 20:14:00 +0000

Breezeway is now live on Ravelry & Payhip!

Simple stripes and a bit of intarsia, paired with varying fibers and weights in the same colorway, make this shawl a tone-on-tone textural delight that is relaxing to knit and easy to wear.

SIZE
Small [Large]

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 86 [111] inches
Depth: 20 [26] inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
16 sts/40 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Yarn A: Smooth or slub sock yarn - 385 (635) yds
Yarn B: Mohair/silk laceweight - 325 (545) yds
Pink sample, size Small:
A = Suburban Stitcher Sock (75% merino, 25% nylon; 460yds/421m per 100g skein); 1 skein in Rosedal
B = Suburban Stitcher Silky Mohair Lace (72% mohair, 28% silk; 459yds/420m per 50g skein); 1 skein in Rosedal
Cream sample, size Small:
A = Suburban Stitcher Slub Sock (90% merino, 10% nylon; 438yds/401m per 100g skein); 1 skein in Sugar
B = Suburban Stitcher Silky Mohair Lace (72% mohair, 28% silk; 459yds/420m per 50g skein); 1 skein in Sugar
US #3/3.25mm circular needle, 24 inches
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker

NOTE ON COLOR CHOICES
Although you could make this pattern using two different colors, please be aware the color changes for the stripes happen on both right side and wrong side rows. Using two bases in the same colorway ensures those little dotted lines you get on the “wrong side” when striping are virtually invisible, making the shawl reversible. If you were to use two contrasting colors, the stripes on one side of the center diagonal would look like the RS and those on the other side of the center diagonal would look like the WS.

SPECIAL TECHNIQUES
Video tutorial (link also included in pattern PDF) Intarsia is a method of colorwork where each section of color has its own ball of yarn attached. The unused color is not strung across behind the work, but rather left hanging at the end of its color section to be picked up and used again on the next row.

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Thisaway

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 10 Apr 2021 16:51:00 +0000

Thisaway is now live on Ravelry, Payhip, and LoveCrafts!

This new 2-color, sock weight, triangular shawl pattern was a collaboration with Amy at West 7th Wool, using their Hunter's Sock base in Dorian and Shade Shifter. The design features 4 size options, garter stitch stripes, i-cord edging, and an unusual construction based on a variation on an afterthought/peasant heel adapted from sock knitting to shawl knitting! There's even an accompanying video tutorial on my YouTube channel for this technique.

SIZE
1 [2, 3, 4]

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 62 [74, 86, 98] inches
Depth: 28 [33, 39, 44] inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
24 sts/36 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Fingering weight yarn: 315 [437, 590, 762] yds each in two contrasting colors
Size 1 shown in: West 7th Wool Hunter’s Sock [70% merino, 30% nylon; 437yds/400m per 100g skein] 1 [1, 2, 2] skeins each in Dorian (A) and Shade Shifter (B)
NOTE: For sizes 1 & 3, the upside-down Y in the center of the shawl will be color B; for sizes 2 & 4, it will be color A. US #3/3.25mm circular needle, 24 inches long
Circular needle 1-2 sizes smaller than main needle (optional, for picking up stitches)
Tapestry needle
1 locking stitch marker
Waste yarn – approx. 3 yds, smooth, plied, fingering weight

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Wake+Wave

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 21 Nov 2020 16:25:00 +0000

Wake+Wave is now live!

This new 3-color, crescent shaped, fingering weight shawl design was a collaboration with Jems Luxe Fibers, using their Luxe Sock in Texas Wildflowers (variegated), The Primordials (speckled), and Pink Sapphire (solid). The pattern features three size options and a wide array of stitch patterns such as garter stripes, feather & fan ripples, simple brioche, German short rows, eyelets, and welts. And if you're not familiar with all of these techniques, don't worry! The pattern includes links to my YouTube tutorials too!

SIZE
S [M, L]

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 46 [63, 80] inches
Height at center: 14 [21, 27] inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
26 sts/36 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Fingering weight yarn:
A: 205 [420, 715] yds (light color for brioche)
B: 225 [450, 760] yds (welts & eyelets)
C: 155 [330, 575] yds (dark color for brioche)
Shown in size M using:
Jems Luxe Fibers Luxe Sock [75% merino, 25% nylon; 463yds/423m per 100g skein]; 1 skein each in The Primordials (A), Pink Sapphire (B), and Texas Wildflowers (C)
US #3/3.25mm circular needle, 24+ inches
Tapestry needle
31 [45, 59] stitch markers (optional)

SPECIAL TECHNIQUES
Garter tab cast on
Welts
2-Color Brioche worked flat
Brioche increases and decreases
German short rows

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Precipice

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 03 Oct 2020 17:35:00 +0000

The Precipice knitting pattern is LIVE!

This new, deceptively simple shawl design combines 3 colors of fingering weight yarn and is worked entirely in garter stitch (no purling!). It features pinstripes, a uniquely asymmetrical edge, and 4 size options.

This design is a collaboration with Blue Mule Fiber, using their Fleck Ewe merino/silk base. Unfortunately, the Blue Mule dye crew has been forced to go on temporary hiatus recently, to devote more resources to the other side of their business (winery!). Luckily, there are still plenty of shops that stock their gorgeous yarns - McKinney Knittery, Yarnivore, Yarn Store Boutique, Skeins on Main, Blazing Star Ranch.

SIZE
S (M, L, XL)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 47 (63, 78, 94) inches
Depth at lowest point: 16 (22, 27, 33) inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
21 sts/42 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Fingering weight yarn:
A (solid/tonal): 158 (274, 423, 604) yards
B (variegated): 165 (296, 437, 638) yards
C (solid/tonal): 165 (296, 437, 638) yards
Shown in size L using:
Blue Mule Fiber Fleck Ewe (75% merino, 25% silk; 437yds/400m per 100g skein); Calamity Jane (A), Boots & Spurs (B), and Midnight, TX (C)
US #3/3.25mm circular needle, 24 inches
Tapestry needle
4 stitch markers

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Crocheted Dissent Cowl

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 15:23:00 +0000

Introducing, by popular demand, a crocheted version of my Dissent Cowl! This pattern uses polka dots and post stitches and puffs (oh my!) to replicate the look of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s famous (& fabulous) collar, worn when she dissents from a Supreme Court decision. And like the knitted version, 20% of each sale goes to the ACLU for the life of the pattern!

The upper section is basic crocheted linen stitch, followed by a band of puff stitches. The lower section is separated into polka dotted linen stitch in the back with a "bejeweled" bib in the front, adorned with front post stitches and more puffs.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Height: 9.5 inches
Top circumference: 26 inches
Bottom circumference: 36 inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
18 sts/22 rounds = 4 inches in linen stitch

MATERIALS
DK weight yarn:
240 yards in a dark, solid or semi-solid color (A)
130 yards in a light, possibly variegated color (B)
Shown in Moon Tower Dye Works Enceladus DK [100% merino; 250yds/229m per 115g skein]; Forested (A) and Topography (B)
US #7/4.5mm hook
3 stitch markers
Tapestry needle

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(20% of every sale goes to the American Civil Liberties Union!)

Emanate

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 08 Feb 2020 15:11:00 +0000

Presenting Emanate - a different take on the traditional top-down, center-out shawl!

Unlike your typical top-down shawl, which starts with only a few stitches and increases rapidly, this design begins with a long provisional cast-on that will form the center spine of the shawl, followed by relatively slow increases. Each u-shaped color stripe uses short-rows to build up more fabric on the sides than at the bottom, so the shawl gets wider much faster than it grows in height. After the final stripe, an i-cord bind-off around the entire shawl gives the edge a finished look.

This design was a collaboration with Rachel of Night Owl Fibers. Her super squishy Snowy Owl DK was such a pleasure to work with and her colorways so rich and vibrant!

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 72 inches
Height at center: 18 inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
18 sts/36 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Night Owl Fibers Snowy Owl DK (100% merino; 229yds/209m per 100g skein); 1 skein each in Bah Bah Black Sheep (A), Forbidden Forest (B), Sassy Pants (C), Space City (D)
US #7/4.5mm circular needle, 32 inches or longer
Tapestry needle
2 stitch markers

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Briöbius

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 15:14:00 +0000

Brioche + möbius = Briöbius!

A möbius is a loop with a half twist that means the surface only has one side. No right side or wrong side – just a continuous loop, which makes it a briocher’s best friend!

This new cowl design features Amanda Hope Yarn's Luxe DK, a scrumptious blend of merino and cashmere. Three skeins is enough for even the largest of the 5 size options offered in the pattern. And if DK isn't your thing, she has a Luxe Fingering base as well (you could totally use fingering weight for this pattern though your gauge/measurements would be different of course). Visit AmandaHopeYarn.com now and get 10% off site-wide with the code "Carissa"!

SIZE
1 [2, 3, 4, 5]

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference: 32 [38, 43, 49, 54] inches
Height: 7 [7.75, 8.5, 9.25, 10] inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
15 sts/14 rows = 4 inches in brioche rib

YARN
Amanda Hope Yarn Luxe DK (80% merino, 10% cashmere, 10% nylon; 246yds/225m per 100g skein); 1 skein each in Navy (A), Platinum (B), Chartreuse (C)
Color A: 100 (130, 165, 205, 245) yds
Color B: 85 (110, 145, 180, 215) yds
Color C: 85 (110, 145, 180, 215) yds
Sample shown in largest size used slightly less than 1 skein of each color

NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US #5/3.75mm circular needle, 48 inches or longer
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker

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Mix Tape

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 16 Nov 2019 13:44:00 +0000

Mix Tape is live! Inspired by the fun, geometric patterns found in colorful rolls of washi tape, this cowl is ideal for featuring your favorite mini skeins, like these vibrant beauties from Moon Tower Dye Works.

The pattern has been written with beginner mosaic knitters in mind. You can choose any size from snug neck warmer to double-wrap-able loop and make your cowl as short or tall as you like! Mix and match different washi stripe designs from the 19 options provided.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Choose any combination of height and circumference!
Height: 7.5 (9, 10.5, 12, 13.5, 15, 16.5, 18, 19.5, 21) inches
Circumference: 24 (28, 31, 35, 38, 42, 45, 49, 52, 55, 59) inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
28 sts/32 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch in the round

MATERIALS
Moon Tower Dye Works Triton Sock (75% merino, 25% nylon; 460yds/420m per 100g skein)
See photos for yardage requirements
Sample shown measures 28-inch in circumference and 16.5-inch in height (9 stripes) using 1 100g skein in Hush (MC) and 1 20g mini skein each in Painter’s Tape Blue (CC1), It’s Hot (CC2), & Green Eyed Monster (CC3)
US #2.5/3mm circular needle, 16 to 48 inches long (a little shorter than your desired circumference)
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker

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Centrifugal

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 09 Nov 2019 15:45:00 +0000

I'm so pleased to finally be able to share my newest pattern with you! Meet Centrifugal!

This shawl is constructed in 6 nearly identical modular sections, forming an octagonal crescent. There are 5 sizes from shoulder warmer to generous wrap, each available in either a 3-color or 5-color version! Garter stitch paired with simple increases and decreases keeps it relaxing. A slip-stitch selvage edge makes picking up stitches easy, while an i-cord cast on, edgings, and bind offs smooth out the transitions between sections.

SIZE
XS (S, M, L, XL)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Measurements are approximate due to bias nature of this fabric.
Height at center: 12 (16, 20, 24, 28) inches
Neck edge: 30 (40, 50, 60, 70) inches
Outer edge: 60 (80, 100, 120, 140) inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
20 sts/40 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch on smaller needles

NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US #4/3.5mm circular needle, 16 inches or longer
US #5/3.75m circular needle, 16 inches or longer
Tapestry needle
2 stitch markers
1 safety pin stitch marker

YARN
Fingering weight (yardage estimates do not include tassels, pom-poms, fringe, or other embellishments)
3-color version
A: 140 (240, 320, 470, 600) yds
B: 180 (320, 440, 630, 800) yds
C: 140 (240, 320, 470, 600) yds
5-color version
A, B, C, D, & E: 90 (160, 220, 320, 400) yds each

Shown in –
XS 5-color version: Long Dog Yarn Bounce Sock (75% merino, 25% nylon; 92yds/84m per 20g mini skein); Highlighter (A), Granny Smith (B), Evergreen (C), Something Borrowed (D), Twilight (E)
M 3-color version: Less Traveled Yarn 757 Sock (75% merino, 25% nylon; 463yds/423m per 100g skein); Vice (A), Electric Grape (B), Spellbound (C)
XL 5-color version: YOTH Little Brother (80% merino, 10% cashmere, 10% nylon; 435yds/398m per 100g skein); Spring Water (A), Blue Raspberry (B), Blueberry (C), Concord Grape (D), Cracked Pepper (E)

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Be Kind Rewind

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 07 Sep 2019 14:55:00 +0000

Presenting Be Kind Rewind - a striking shawl with vintage appeal!

This design perfectly pairs a full 100g skein of fingering weight yarn with five 20g mini skeins, for instance Ewe2Yarn's Mellow along with one of her Mellow SWIRL mini sets. You could also use two full skeins if you want all your stripes to be the same color. It's all garter stitch with some super simple short-rows thrown in to create those asymmetrical, bottom-heavy stripes.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 80 inches
Height: 19 inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
21 sts/44 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Ewe2Yarn Mellow Fingering [100% merino; 437yds/400m per 100g skein]; 1 skein in a solid/tonal/speckled colorway (A)
Ewe2Yarn Mellow SWIRL [100% merino; 87yds/80m per 20g mini skein]; 1 mini skein set of 5 colors (B, C, D, E, F)
US #4/3.5mm circular needle, 24 inches
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker

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Above The Fold

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 17 Aug 2019 15:03:00 +0000

My latest knitting design, Above The Fold, is now live!

This shawl uses two matching gradients to create an optical illusion of one larger gradient that has been folded over in the middle. The pattern is written to make the most of any gradient yarn, regardless of its yardage. Choose two 50g gradients, typically intended for identical socks, or you can opt for two full 100g (or larger!) gradient cakes in the same colorway. You are also free to adjust the amount of the coordinating solid for even more flexibility in sizing. You can even work with a different weight of yarn if you like, but keep in mind this could impact the finished size of your shawl considerably.

SIZES
Small [Medium, Large]
The listed sizes are merely examples. You could make your shawl any size you want by simply adjusting the amounts of each yarn you use.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 64 [79, 90] inches
Height: 26 [31, 37] inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
19 sts/40 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch

YARN
Fingering weight yarn
Small: 100g solid/tonal/speckle (A) & two 50g gradients (B)
Medium: 100g solid/tonal/speckle (A) & two 100g gradients (B)
Large: 200g solid/tonal/speckle (A) & two 100g gradients (B)
Shown in Small size using:
Fierce Fibers True [80% merino, 20% nylon; 400yds/366m per 115g skein]; 1 skein in Soft Kitty (A)
Fierce Fibers True Sock Set [80% merino, 20% nylon; 365yds/334m per two 50g skeins]; 1 set in Rainbow (B)

NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US #4/3.5m circular needle, 32 inches
Spare needle in a smaller size (circular, DPN, or straight) for picking up stitches
Tapestry needle
2 stitch markers

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Stage Whisper

noreply@blogger.com (Carissa) — Sat, 27 Jul 2019 13:08:00 +0000

Introducing my latest design: the Stage Whisper shawl! This lacy little shawl was a collaboration with the lovely gents at Leading Men Fiber Arts using their Diva merino/silk blend.

Just as a stage whisper is intended to be heard, this light and airy shawl will speak volumes. Its curved bands of lace and garter stitch are a visual interpretation of sound waves carried out over an audience. This pattern features an unusual construction, large swaths of relaxing garter stitch, and an easily memorized lace pattern with both written and charted instructions provided.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 63 inches
Height at point: 20 inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
22 sts/32 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch
24 sts/30 rows = 4 inches in lace (see chart in pattern)

MATERIALS
Leading Men Fiber Arts Diva [80% merino, 20% silk; 600yds/549m per 150g skein]; color: Sangria; 1 skein (roughly 500yds/457m used)
US #3/3.25mm circular needle
1 stitch marker
Tapestry needle

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