Laura Schmidt

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Knitting: Cowl
This cowl is knit in the round with simple repeats. Its texture is enhanced by a twisted slip stich that is slipped and not worked for 3 rows before being knit back into the fabric again. That twisted slip stich being pulled up and over the neighboring color can really highlight those variegated yarn colorways.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The design is influenced by the fan vaulted cathedrals of the middle ages, prevalent in English architecture. Using the vaulted ceiling of Bath Abbey Cathedral as its main reference, this pattern seeks to mimic its multiple spring points and a simple filigree at its apex.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
From the Designer:
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The Rocket Launch Hat is knit in one piece, begining with a 3x3 rib, and developing into a visually pleasing series of arrows reminiscent of launching into light-speed. Using a small amount of simple cables to achieve the look and texture, this is a perfect pattern for someone new to cable knitting.
Knitting: Cowl
This cowl is knit in one long piece working back and forth. The short button end wraps around to attach to the long side to create a flattering ‘V’ neckline. The stitch pattern is a modified 5x5 rib, allowing the garment to gather neatly around the back of the neck and flare outward to show off its stunning cable detailing in the front. The ter...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The hat gets its name from its distinctive texture, which resembles the universal hatch pattern symbolizing topsoil. This pattern is commonly used by architects, landscape architects and civil & geotechnical engineers in construction documentation.
Knitting: Poncho
This expressive and textural poncho is the perfect accessory for a for a morning hike along the bluffs or an evening walk along the shore. It’s a stylish way to transition through the seasons, no matter where you live, or where you travel.
Knitting: Cowl
This is a long lightweight cowl that can simply draped around the neck, or double wrapped. It is a relatively simple pattern, using a series of dropped stitches and yarn-overs to give it a gauzy netting look. It incorporates just a little bit of short-row shaping, to create a visually interesting wavy pattern, especially for variegated yarns.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This Slouchy hat is a new take on the traditional slouchy hat shape. It’s a fun project, perfect for knitters wishing to try out a little bit of crochet.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This Slouchy hat is an easy, fun and quick project. The style is equally suitable to men or women. It is a great pattern for variegated hand-dyed yarn if you prefer to avoid or disguise pooling, or to feature a textural pattern.