My heart shaped Endearment Washcloth was so popular when I released it in January , that I decided it would be fun to share a free washcloth pattern every month and invite my friends who subscribe to my newsletter to make them along with me as a Free Knit and Crochet Washcloth Make-along. I find crafting is much more fun and much more likely to get done when you do it with friends. Of course I want both knitters and crocheters to be able to join us, so I'll be rotating throug

Create the cute Cherry Basket Cloth from this free knitting pattern that can also be used as a placemat, coaster or trivet to protect your surfaces. It's the perfect gift for a sweet friend or family member to show them how much you care! The Cherry Basket Cloth Free Knitting Pattern is inspired by the generously fruiting cherry tree we are lucky to have in our garden. It's about to blossom now as the pattern is released in April. Here's a photo: A Gift for You If you love ma

Starlit Sky Shrug Knitting pattern is now available in my Ravelry and Etsy Stores. It's a fun summer knit for a handy accessory. Why make yourself a shrug with the Starlit Sky Shrug knitting pattern? A short sleeved shrug in lightweight wool is a wonderfully handy garment for warm season wear, equally good for protecting your shoulders on sunny days and those cool evenings that catch up with you unexpectedly when you’re out and about enjoying the summer weather. Save to Pinte

Tracks in the Snow Convertible Shrug-Pullover Knitting pattern is now available in my Ravelry and Etsy Stores. Inspired by seeing animal and bird tracks in the snow during a winter walk, I designed this convertible piece: a bolero shaped convertible cardigan with a laced back that has the option to becomes a supercrop pullover with bows at the shoulders according to how you fix the ribbon ties. A garment of this type adds useful variety to the wardrobe and offers extra opport

Create the cute Endearment Heart Washcloth from this free knitting pattern that can also be used as a placemat, coaster or trivet to protect your surfaces. It's the perfect gift for a sweet friend or family member to show them how much you care! A Gift for You If you love making washcloths, did you know that I'm publishing a FREE washcloth pattern every month in 2026? Join my mailing list on this sign up page to get notified when each one is ready to make and you'll also g

I am really pleased to be able to let you know that my With a Twist Yoked Cowl Knitting Pattern is will be available to buy in my Ravelry or Etsy stores fro m the 14th December 2025. If you purchase With a Twist Yoked Cowl Knitting Pattern before the 28th December 2025 you'll get 25% launch discount automatically applied at the checkout or get 50% subscriber exclusive discount with the code in my Latest Newsletter, if you're not already signed up, you can still get the

Pin to your Pinterest yarncraft board to find the pattern later! I am really pleased to be able to let you know that my Through Tote Bag...

Pin to your Pinterest yarncraft board to find the pattern later I am really pleased to be able to let you know that my Garter Lace Cowl,...

Jump to knitting pattern or crochet pattern Here's a pin for your Pinterest yarncraft board. Add it to find the pattern whenever you want to make it Why Knit or Crochet your own Buttons In the picture: Knit Picks Swish yarn with Furls Streamline Wooden Crochet Hook and Furls wooden needle-case There are so many reasons to knit or crochet your own buttons! Do you ever get to the stage of sewing buttons onto your garment and realise you don't have any suitable ones? Or perhaps

Wrapped both sides to the waist Do you love knit-alongs (KALs) where you work on a project alongside others making the same item? If so...

I am really pleased to be able to let you know that my Persica Bag knitted bag pattern is now available in my Ravelry or Etsy stores....

Getting ready to knit some squares Let's take a look at " 100 Knitted Tiles ", a new collection of patterns for creating knitted squares and other shapes that are ideal to use individually as cloths and mats or in combination for homewares such as blankets and cushion covers and even for garments and accessories. Crocheters have had plenty of books of motif patterns such as granny squares to refer to over the years but similar books for knitters have been much rarer. With a h

Garter Lace Cardi Discover why this versatile lace wrap cardi is the perfect choice for your first knitted garment or as a project for a confident garment maker to enjoy some relaxed crafting without having to constantly refer to the pattern. Embrace glamour and warmth in one stunning piece and try wearing it in different ways with your favourite outfits. I am really pleased to be able to let you know that my Garter Lace Wrap Cardi Knitting pattern is now available in my Rav

I am really pleased to be able to let you know that my knitted convertible shrug/cropped pullover pattern is now available on the Knit...

The knitted version in full (the crochet one will look similar) The Christmas 2025 make-along is now available. See updated blog post . Did you intend to make some Christmas decorations last year but not get around to it? Break down the task this year by joining my monthly craft-along event for knitters and crocheters. It is completely free to join; takes maybe 30-60 minutes of your time each month; has knit and crochet options for each part and by the end of the year you'll

As the weather changes and we want to wear our knitted and crocheted makes to keep the cold at bay, I've chosen three warm woollen...

Update: Garter Lace Wrap Cardi is now available directly from the designer with extra features, like video links to support you with the...

My knitted Christmas pattern is in Knit Now Magazine's Yarnsmith Christmas supplement (Sept 23). I created a garland with fun characters...

The pattern for Fragrant Fir Tree Sachets is now available from my Ravelry Store and on Etsy. Thanks so much to those of you who asked...

If you're looking to knit and crochet for the Christmas season, I have a few patterns you may find handy: Charmed Garland: Perfect to...