This collection is a 56 page knitting book containing complete, illustrated instructions for 11 (count ‘em!) patterns, a total of 13 designs (some patterns are for 2 projects)- three cowls, three variations on mittens, 5 sweaters, and two pillows. These are the same patterns that I sell on etsy for $5 a piece. The patterns included in this collection are:

A simple top-down raglan cardigan, knit in one piece, shaped with optional short rows. The sleeve edging is picked up and knit using double point needles. Embellishments are knit, felted, assembled, and attached.

1/15/11- errata(ish)-

Inspired by the traditional cut paper designs of the Mexican papel picado used to decorate for El Dia de los Muertos (with a few Scandinavian floral motifs thrown in for good measure), this pillow is a simple tube, knit in the round on a circular needle and seamed on the top and bottom. Knitting skills needed are cast on, knit in the round, kni...

Today marks the end of a chapter in my life that has meant not very much knitting for almost 2 years..

Mismatched mystery mittens! Two ornate keys fit into two different keyholes… a mix of modern graphic element, some art nouveau inspired accents, and traditional Scandinavian motifs.

errata: it has been brought to my attention (i swear I checked the math 40 times!.. but.. it is me..) by some helpful knitters that, indeed, if you follow the background chart precisely, you will end up with 2 cc stitches sitting next to each other where they don’t belong. I am revising the written pattern to include instructions so this doesn’...

Knit your own! Complete pattern, charts, and instructions to knit a Cozy woolen ski hat.. featuring traditional Scandinavian motifs blended with some very nontraditional, painfully cute and (maybe!) mildly diabolical garden gnomes. Extra Long length. Four gnomes, altogether.. separated by bits of foliage.. cause that’s how they like it.

inspired by the gnome. I was feeling a little lost, as I always do, upon completion of a project.. I was browsing through my ravelry friend’s favorites, and I saw that someone had favorited spillyjane’s awesome gnome mittens..… and then I walked out the back door and saw the gnome that has recently (been “restored”.. I liked him all busted up, ...

Kitsune is the Japanese word for “fox.” The Kitsune is a traditional mythical character.. a fox spirit. A kitsune lives for many years,growing wiser as it grows older, and possesses intelligence, spirituality, loyalty, and magical powers. (The older and wise she is.. the more tails she grows!)

An easy-to-knit accessory that adds a little order and authority to any outfit. It may even make your heart a little less lonely!

wear sushi on your head!

This little alpine masterpiece is a simple tube, seamed at the top and bottom. The little lus (it means.. lice. It’s a traditional Norwegian motif) allow the yarn to be carried, and the entire thing knit in the round in one piece. The pillow features a contrasting front and back. After sewing and stuffing, an I-cord edged is added.

This pattern includes instructions for two different women’s sweaters. Both sweaters use four panels of cabled smocking to create a cozy, elastic fit. Minimal shaping is required- the cable panels create the drape all by themselves. The tunic features bracelet length, slightly belled sleeves, and a raw neckline. Optional short rows create a lon...

I could call this “spawn of owlie cowl,” i suppose!

A daruma doll is a Japanese symbol of good luck and perseverance. It was originally modeled after Bodhidharma, a Buddhist monk who, after nine years meditating in a cave, lost the use of his arms and legs- thus the round shape!

This pillow is knit in the round, and measures about 12 by 13 inches. Instructions for pom-poms are included!

This knitting pattern is for a cozy cold-weather wrap- a shrug with extra-long sleeves and a detachable, oversized hood. The front of the shrug doubles as a scarf, it can be allowed to hang freely, draped around your neck and shoulders, even tied behind you. The hood attaches with buttons…

A more diminuative cousin to the first military medal, this one is slightly more challenging due to the circular medal…

pattern for a knitted military medal. march on, chic soldiers of the handmade! an entertaining way to use up scrap yarn. the medal is double sided, identical front as back.

fair isle cowl knit in the round. features five rather grumpy owls!