Kathy North
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Crochet: Scarf
Gradations of color from one hank of hand-painted cotton yarn create beauty in this simple, summer-weight scarf!
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
As warm and comforting as a bowl of oatmeal, these easy-to-crochet, ribbed wristers make great gifts (even as a gift for yourself!)
Crochet: Coaster
Two-color stripes in cotton yarn plus a fun-to-work stitch pattern combine to provide interest in this practical yet pretty mug mat!
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Soft, bulky mohair-blend yarn worked on a large hook in an easy stitch pattern creates a generous, triangle-shaped shawl to wrap up in.
Knitting: Coaster
These cute coasters feature a 3-by-3 stitch pattern that works up in short order … one, two, three!
Knitting: Mittens
Festive mittens accented with stripes and welted cuffs brighten cold winter days!
Knitting: Scarf
One ball of bulky yarn goes a long way when paired with drop stitches in this triangular shawl worked sideways!
Knitting: Cowl
Round and round you go with this circularly-knit cowl decorated in cables that are loads of fun
Knitting: Cowl
This unique neck accessory is self-edged with cables and fastened with an eye-catching button.
Crochet: Pixie Hat
A superbulky yarn in bright neon colors creates a fun hat that will be easy to spot on the slopes!
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
A central star motif is the focal point of this hexagonal openwork throw or shawl in a rich shade of rose pink!
Crochet: Containers
Textured stitches and sturdy Irish wool create a square-shaped basket with a naturally rustic look. Use it to hold some of your treasured yarn stash!
Knitting: Cowl
Beautiful texture in a rich shade of teal enhances the cozy look of this comfy cowl!
Knitting: Baby Blanket
A project for beginning knitters who want to learn and practice basic stitches, or for the more experienced who just want to relax with some easy knitting. Either way, the added bonus is a practical baby blanket when you’re done!
Crochet: Scarf
A touch of sweetpea lace graces the ends of this lightweight scarflet that can be worn as a necklace!
Knitting: Scarf
Choose your favorite team colors and zigzag your way to an eye-catching, “something different” accessory!
Crochet: Cuffs
A lot of ruffles in a pair of chunky cuffs creates an eye-catching, “something different” accessory!
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Openwork diamonds in color-shaded squares set in an alternating orientation combine for a knockout triangular shawl!
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Scrap lengths of colorful cotton create lacy motifs that make up this lively shawl with a tropical flavor!
Knitting: Bag - Other
Yarn with a touch of glitter lends a festive mood to this richly textured cabled lace gift bag!
Knitting: Belt
Hand-dyed sock yarn is transformed into a fun-to-knit, uniquely unusual accessory!
Knitting: Cowl
Color blocking, a simple lace pattern and super-bulky yarn combine to produce a cozy cowl!
Knitting: Boot Cuffs / Toppers
Top off your boots in style with these easy-to-knit accessories featuring a textured basketweave cuff!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Originally designed as an entry for the My Mountain hat contest.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Originally designed as an entry for the My Mountain hat contest.
Crochet: Washcloth / Dishcloth
Multicolor purple/teal/black version in Pisgah Yarn ‘Peaches & Creme’ cotton.
Knitting: Cowl
An interesting textured fabric on both sides makes this cowl reversible!
Knitting: Cowl
If you need clarification on how this pattern works on 84 sts, here are Rnd 6 & Rnd 12 instructions broken down step-by-step (Note: during the twist stitch maneuver there should still be 2 sts in the “twist” -- do not decrease):
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth
Viewed one way, it looks like crocodile heads. Turned the other way, it looks like a tiki room!
Knitting: Table Setting - Other
Size 10 thread held double-strand throughout project. A single strand of equivalent thickness may be substituted for double-strand size 10 thread.
Crochet: Scarf, Cuffs, Headband
Headband, wrist cuffs, scarf. Coordinates with Ripple-Band Hat.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A photo of this hat was included in the book “1000 Fabulous Knit Hats” by Annie Modesitt, published by Quarry Books in 2010.
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Light pink blankie in Loops & Threads “Snuggly Wuggly Baby Sport.”
Knitting: Hats - Other
Brown/cream hat in vintage LeeWards Sweater & Afghan Yarn (equivalent to sportweight).
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Baby/Toddler: 15.5” circ. x 6” h. (flat), stretches to 17” circ.
Knitting: Headband
Photo of burgundy/blue hat was published in “1,000 Fabulous Knit Hats” by Annie Modesitt (Quarry Books).
Knitting: Hats - Other
To size up this pattern: increase the number of stitches cast on by a multiple of 6 (e.g., 66, 72, 78) so that the K3 P3 rib section comes out evenly. Work to a longer length before putting in the eyelet round, at about 1” less than desired total length of hat.
Crochet: Christmas Stocking
Originally designed for a Christmas stocking contest sponsored by Vogue Knitting -- entries were donated to a charitable cause.
Knitting: Scarf
Scarf is worked in an interesting knit & purl combination that offsets every few rows for interest. Length is folded in half and a slip-stitch crocheted back seam forms the hood, which is finished off with a soft tassel. Cozy!
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
An experiment in trying a new lace pattern on a larger scale that was a total surprise when completed! It’s worked from center back outward to accommodate the directional stitch pattern. Unique & bold look, accented with chain fringe at each end. An intermediate-level project that only looks complex!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
3rd Place Winner in Knitting: Day-to-Day Calendar 2011.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Blue version shown in Plymouth “Baby Alpaca Grande” held together with thin novelty boucle carry-along.
Crochet: Throw
7/23/08 Peach/green/cream ‘ghan in Caron “Perfect Match” designed for and in loving memory of a dear aunt.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
Solid color version in Plymouth “Encore.” Striped version in Red Heart “Super Saver” (red, navy) and Loops & Threads “Impeccable” (white). Pastel multi versions in Reynolds “Saucy” and Red Heart “Comfort”.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Cap combines a crocheted octagon top with knitted rib sides, finished with crochet edging.
Crochet: Afghan block
Basic wheel square motif can be worked in one, two or more colors and used individually as coasters, tablemats, cloths or joined in any arrangement for scarves, placemats, pet pads, shawls, lapghans, throws and afghans.
Crochet: Afghan block
Plain squares can be crocheted and embellished with fabric, applique, cross-stitch, buttons, beads, etc. and assembled into afghans for group, community or charitable projects.
Knitting: Afghan block
Plain squares can be knit and embellished with fabric, applique, cross-stitch, buttons, beads, etc. and assembled into afghans for group, community or charitable projects.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Dark color version shown in Mountain Colors handpainted Alpaca Blend sport wt. (on size M/N hook) for a very lightweight, openwork shawl.
Crochet: Animal Toy
Cute and friendly bumblebees to adorn your summer-fun accessories!
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Pattern includes instructions for both one-color & three-color versions.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
3-color ridged version in Lion Brand Yarns ‘Vanna’s Choice’ (silver blue), Lion Brand Yarns ‘Pound of Love’ (baby blue), Caron ‘Simply Soft’ (mint green).
Crochet: Brimmed Hat
This design won 1st Place, Crochet in the 2009 Pattern-a-Day Calendar.
Crochet: Scarf, Beanie, Toque
200 yds. for hat, 330 yds. for scarf
Knitting: Christmas Stocking
For the shorter 6” version (suitable for Baby’s First Stocking!) see Ruffled Lace Baby Stocking project page for details.
Knitting: Pet Clothing
If necessary to keep capelet from shifting around on active dogs, underbelly straps or ties can be added to each side (garter stitch straps, I-cord or slip-stitch chain ties.) Attach yarn at appropriate point on sides of capelet and work to necessary length.
Crochet: Beret, Tam
Blue beret shown in Lion Brand Yarns “Jiffy”. Natural & pink berets shown in Patons “Divine.”
Crochet: Market bag (slouchy)
Pattern written for size 10 cotton thread held double throughout project. May substitute with single strand of thicker thread or yarn as in photo of shorter cream bag worked in worsted wt. cotton on fewer sts (72) and fewer lacy rounds (12)
Knitting: Earwarmers
Simple knit or crochet ribbing formed into a circle and worked in soft yarns provides comfort & warmth. Makes a great ski headband too!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Knit entirely in the round from cuff to top, a combination of rib variations and a few decorative bobbles create this unique hat.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Soft and light, feather & fan pattern repeats across this shoulder shawl. Optional fringes decorate the ends.
Knitting: Brimmed Hat
Hat photo (photo only, no pattern) appears in “1000 Fabulous Knit Hats” by Annie Modesitt http://www.amazon.com/1-000-Fabulous-Knit-Hats/dp/1592536107
Crochet: Drawstring Bag
This pattern has three sizes of yarn bowl bags. Samples shown with plastic container inserts in two sizes: standard cottage cheese container (13”/33 cm. circ., 4.5”/11 cm. diam.) and larger plastic bowl or Cool Whip container (18”/46 cm. circ., 6”/15 cm. diam.)
Crochet: Tote
An article about this tote titled ”Stash Bustin’ Time” was pub’d in the July 2007 issue of the CGOA Crochet Newsletter.
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Small correction recorded 2016, revised version uploaded 7/21/16.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This is my favorite hat to make, to give, to wear – warm & comfortable.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Beige variegated shawl in Queensland Collection “Soft Comfort Mohair.”
Knitting: Scarf
Both knit & crochet versions included in pattern.
Knitting: Scarf
Boucle version in Laines du Nord ‘Opaline’ on size 15 (10 mm) ndls.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Errata: Total length of mitt should read 7-1/2” (not 9-1/2”).
Crochet: Bedding
Green/blue/purple version worked in double crochet variation. Fish applique from Cottonfish Bib pattern.
Crochet: Washcloth / Dishcloth
Solid color version is original model made according to written pattern.
Knitting: Slippers
They may seem oddly shaped as you’re making them, but are so comfy on the feet!
Knitting: Slippers
The most oft-requested and popular “everyone remembers these” pattern in the DBKN collection. Even though there are numerous iterations of this style that has been around “forever”, I was asked countless times for written instructions so finally wrote up the version I remember my grandmother making for us when we were kids.
Knitting: Pixie Hat
Both knit & crochet versions included in pattern.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Suggestions for holiday color schemes included.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Suggestions for holiday color schemes included.
Knitting: Scarf
Gold scarf in Filatura Di Crosa ‘No Smoking’ metallic blend on size 10 (6 mm) needles.
Knitting: Hanging Ornament
Mini hat, sweater, sock, tree and candy cane ornaments!
Crochet: Bookmark
Original blue bug bookmark worked in Tahki “Cotton Classic.”
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
8/30/12 In-progress photos show step-by-step how bootie is created, to help clarify working of the “leaning shell” stitch pattern.
Crochet: Hats - Other
From the website: Cap is worked sideways in half double crochet rib to allow for stretch to fit a range of sizes. Hat can be made smaller (for preemies) by using thinner yarn and smaller hook.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Instructions include both flat back-and-forth knitting option or circular knitting option.
Crochet: Scarf
Both crochet & knit versions included in pattern.
Crochet: Scarf
Red scarf in Lion Brand “Glitterspun” or Patons “Brilliant.”
Crochet: Afghan block
Orange/white/navy square in Red Heart “Soft” & Red Heart “Super Saver.”
