A set of patterns inspired by the Jersey Shore.

A second set of patterns and one recipe inspired by the Jersey Shore.

The MoFade Collection is an exploration of mohair yarn and it’s interaction with other fibers.

This Collection contains five patterns that introduce the stacked stitch technique with fun projects that each teach a different aspect of stacked stitch projects. They are all worked in beautiful, self striping, Noro Yarns so you get a striped cor shifting color effect without all the ends to weave in.

The Abacus Wrap is a number game within a knitting pattern. There are 6.2619358791105326873282776709998e+98 unique outcomes for this project, so it’s unlikely any two knitters will make the exact same scarf. The pattern uses dice to determine the varying lengths of color. The thick and thin striped colorwork is created with a super simple “long...

The Winter Wave Hat was a spontaneous project inspired by the arrival of a new family member. I used two 100g skeins of bulky weight yarn in contrasting colors. After knitting the smaller (navy) hat, there was exactly enough yarn left to make a larger hat with the remaining yarn. This project features a simple stacked stitch motif worked in 2 c...

This simple project is a beginner level stacked stitch project that will help you become familiar with the technique. It features stripes of wavy colorwork, a fringed edge, and a dowel for hanging.

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The Stroopwafel Shawl has a basket weave stitch that reminds me of the Dutch cookie of the same name. The center of the shawl is knit in a woven cabled motif. At the edge of the triangle, the stitch pattern transitions seamlessly into a lacy lattice. The cables create an extra warm, spongy fabric that is sure to keep you warm.

This scarf was designed for Knit Stars Season 7 as part of the Story of a Swatch Class. The goal of the project was to create a textured scarf that looks good on both sides, lies flat, and uses less than 3 skeins of MollyGirl Yarn Rockstar DK. The resulting scarf combines a wide variety of textured stitches and openwork from the design portion ...

The Bonfire Cowl was designed as a way to use up scrap yarn. The chevron pattern was inspired by Victorian era flame stitch textiles and bargello motifs. The pattern uses 2 alternating magic balls and is a great way to use up scraps. This method softens the breaks between each color and blends the hues together. It is worked circularly in 2 dir...

Laser Tag is a triangular wrap with an easy short row design. It can be worked in two contrasting colors of yarn or each stripe can be worked in a different color. This pattern works well with yarn scraps and mini-skeins, each color stripe is designed to use less than 20g of yarn. The asymmetrical shaping helps this shawl hug your shoulders and...

The Puddle Jumping Cowl started as a short design challenge. Was it possible to design a simple project on a short flight to a teaching job? I didn’t have anything on my needles and had packed a single skein of self striping yarn. Three hours after boarding my flight, I landed with the first few rounds of this cowl finished.

The Petal Scarf is a flat version of the original Petal Cowl. The stitch shapes are inspired by flower petals, fish scales, and vintage crocheted afghans. A great cold weather knit, or a summer project when made in thinner yarn. A unique stitch is used to create an extra long chevron motif which sets this scarf apart.

This shawl uses the shaping and colorwork properties of brioche stitch to create an image of lightning.

This twisted cowl is knit flat, then seamed into a spiraling tube. It’s lightweight and airy, but long enough to slouch down into a substantial cowl. The twisted construction allows each color and texture to be seen when worn. There is a photo tutorial to help guide you with the seaming in the pattern.

As part of the December of Designers mission to raise awareness for Mental Health causes, I am giving all proceeds from the first week of sales to the Trevor Project, an organization which providescrisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ youth.

When I teach the stacked stitch technique, students ask a lot of questions about design possibilities. The most asked question is about creating 3d fabric with this type of increase and decrease. This cowl is an answer to that question. It uses a similar motif to some of my other patterns, but without the extra shaping which keeps the fabric fl...

This shawl was designed as a gentle introduction to the stacked stitch technique. Panels of short row lace give the piece it’s asymmetrical look and name. This pattern is well suited for adventurous knitters who are comfortable knitting shawls, but have never tried the stacked stitch technique before. Instructions for pattern modifications and ...

Royal Icing is a crescent shaped shawl inspired by decorated sugar cookies. Most of this shawl is garter stitch, stockinette or simple lace, making it perfect for TV or travel knitting. The border uses a combination of stacked stitches and bind-off techniques to create interesting color stripes and openwork.

The colors in this shawl are inspired by a berry crumble that I ate in Edinburgh. The colors smoothly fade from purple to pink to yellow and look a lot like the berry filling soaking into the top crust of my dessert. The yarn colors do not need to be similar in order to create the fade, the combination of lace, brioche and garter stitch is arra...

Everyone knows that unicorns are magical, and so is brioche intarsia colorwork. The stitch patterns in this project are no harder than any other brioche project, but the bright pink pop of color turns this pony into a unicorn!

This is a shawl of infinite choices.

Hands Entwined is a scarf pattern designed for Handspun Hope, an organization which employs marginalized women and widows in Rwanda. These women hand card, spin and dye organic merino, transforming it from raw wool into knittable yarn. The stacked stitch colorwork in this scarf reminds me of interlocked fingers. It tells the story of handmade m...

This project is a gentle introduction to brioche intarsia colorwork. The wavy colorblocking was inspired by the path a skier leaves in the snow as they make their way down a mountain.

This project is a gentle introduction to brioche intarsia in the round. The zigzag motif in this cowl reminds me of late winter when the ice on lakes and ponds starts to thaw and crack.

Brioche stitch and intarsia are best friends. Pair this cowl with the Buffalo Brioche Scarf to get a 20% discount and learn the technique flat and in the round.

Buffalo plaid is an iconic tartan pattern formed with large blocks of two intersecting colors, typically red and black. This pattern traveled from Scotland to North America in the 1800s and has since become a classic American fabric for winter woolens. Like a woven plaid, the buffalo pattern in this scarf is created with the intersection of 2 c...

Yes, it’s intarsia, but you shouldn’t feel intimidated by all of the colorwork. The Color Warp Cowl is a hybrid technique that falls somewhere between traditional hand knitting and a commercial method called warp knitting.Each yarn makes a color stripe, zigging and zagging its way to the bottom of the cowl. The method is simple, only using knit...

This KAL is designed to introduce fans of two color brioche knitting to new and interesting configurations of the stitch. It originally ran in November of 3018, but you can still join in at your own speed using the youtube videos.

This pattern is available as part of the MoFade Collection eBook along with the Velveteen Cowl and Shimmer Fade Scarf. You can get all 3 patterns for the price of 2 when you get the eBook.

This pattern is available as part of the MoFade Collection eBook along with the Velveteen Cowl and Tinted Triangle Shawl. You can get all 3 patterns for the price of 2 when you get the eBook.

This pattern is available as part of the MoFade Collection eBook along with the Shimmer Fade Scarf and Tinted Triangle Shawl. You can get all 3 patterns for the price of 2 when you get the eBook.

This simple pattern is a fun and functional way to test out color choices for any brioche stitch pattern with a color fade. It is the same instruction found in the gauge swatch section of the Blooming Brioche KAL. While working this small project, you’ll learn how to work a slip stitch selvedge and create a color fade in brioche stitch. It cont...

This unisex honeycomb patterned hat, knit in two-color brioche, reminds me of the intricate carved wooden screens in traditional Middle Eastern art. It has a slouchy fit with a series of eye catching decreases at the crown. Mix it up and flip it inside out for a totally different look of lines and dashes.

This multicolor almond shaped wrap is worked from the center out in a garter ridge texture. The shape similar to a pointy oval, I choose to wear and style it like a crescent-shaped shawl but it can be worn as a scarf or a shawl depending on the finished size. Because my sample is knit in thin yarn, it often gets used as a scarf, fitting nicely ...

This basic recipe for an almond shaped wrap is worked from the center out in a self-striping yarn. The shape falls somewhere between an oval and a crescent and it can be worn as a scarf or shawl depending on the finished size. I’m in love with the versatility and adjustability of this pattern especially for use with handspun yarn.

This wrap uses contrasting gradient yarns to create a stunning visual effect. Stripes provide color contrast; shaping bends the stripes into a chevron shape; and the addition of short rows changes the width of each stripe. As the stripes cross the center line, the proportion of colors reverses from thick to thin and thin to thick. Picking the c...

If you downloaded the pattern between May 31 and June 2, check for an update to the Picot Bind Off instructions throughout the pattern. They’ve been ubdated to be more specific and now have a companion video. It shows my weird special way of doing the bind off and how it fits into Row 16.

The Ripple Effect Wrap is an openwork scarf or shawl perfect for adding color and texture to your summer wardrobe while you to stay cool. The unique stitch work is made using an easy i-cord technique called Lattice Knitting. You can learn the basic technique and find more info in these YouTube lessons. The net-like fabric does not use a lot of ...

This dishcloth or washcloth is a fun representation of the daily weather. Knit from the center out, the sun is knit in 2 colors, highlighting the unique shaping in each section and bringing a bit of sunshine into your daily chores.

This dishcloth or washcloth is a fun representation of the daily weather. It is is great bath toy for the kids, and possibly a fun way to convince them to help out with the dishes, Well, that might be wishful thinking. Knit from the center out, the shape is knit in 2 colors with a stockinette center and a garter stitch border to keep the edges ...

The whole idea behind this shawl is that it has the look of a granny square or crocheted shawl, but you don’t have to learn how to crochet to make it.

The Scivias shawl is inspired by the dramatic illuminated scenes in Hildegard von Bingen’s text of the same name. The title Scivias comes from the Latin word for knowledge, and this project is designed to build your knowledge of the stacked stitch technique. The shawl begins with a floral center and grows into tiers of flaming chevrons. The bor...

This tee is inspired by the majestic art deco architecture of midtown Manhattan. One of the best known examples of this style is Rockefeller Center, a complex of over a dozen skyscrapers, open air shopping areas, multiple works of public art, and the famous ice skating rink, home of the largest Christmas tree in Manhattan.

Inspired by mid-century modern upholstery fabric, this scarf or cowl project takes cues from colorful, mix and match interior design trends of the ‘60s and ‘70s. Stacked stitches and chevron stripes take a pattern often seen in upholstery fabric and housewares and transforms it into a versatile knitting project with many possibilities for color...

Let your playful side run free this winter with the Paint Drip Scarf. Knit from scraps and leftovers from other worsted weight projects, you can create your own wonderful mess of color. The drip motif uses Stacked Stitches, an innovative method of increasing and decreasing, to create the colorwork. The reverse side has no strands, and the patte...

Inspired by bird wings, this scarf is designed to let you soar above the winter chill. The feather patterned scarf curves up to a point at each end to create the shape of a wing. You can also fold your scarf into the shape of a flying bird, as shown in the cover photo. Instructions are for worsted weight yarn and have 2 cast on counts which wil...

This pattern is also available as part of the Shifty Chevron Collection

This pattern is also available as part of the Shifty Chevron Collection

This pattern is also available as part of the Shifty Chevron Collection

This pattern is also available as part of the Shifty Chevron Collection

This pattern is also available as part of the Shifty Chevron Collection

Thread the Needle is a quick, fun, and unpredictable cowl, presented to you as a mini MKAL. The pattern contains some texture and colorwork elements inspires by hand sewing. It is a very versatile and wearable but unusual shape. Trust me when I tell you this is the cowl shape you’ve been missing all your knitting life. It also has an interestin...

Join the #FADIENT! KAL in the forum to share your color picks!

Join the #FADIENT! KAL in the forum to share your color picks!

Join the #FADIENT! KAL in the forum to share your color picks!

Join the #FADIENT! KAL in the forum to share your color picks!

Join the #FADIENT! KAL in the forum to share your color picks!

Note: This pattern uses the Jade Sapphire Mini Ombre Collection Kit

Intro and photographs by Beth Shepherd Peters

The Sun Salutation Shawl is a mesmerizing meditation on stacked stitch patterns. Starting with a sun shaped center, each consecutive tier shifts the colors as the shawl expands in a crescent shape. A picot edge finishes the shawl with little rays of light.

ParkLife is an easy lace shawl first designed exclusively for shops on the bridge and tunnel tour, spring 2017. Its simple triangular construction paired with a foliage-inspired border are perfect for warm weather knitting. In keeping with the musical theme of MollyGirl Yarn, ParkLife is named for Blur’s 1994 album and hit single of the same na...

This pattern is also available as part of the Simple Stacks Collection at a 38% discount. This set of five fun stacked stitch projects that each teach a different aspect of the technique.

This fun and easy scarf is knit from the center out to create a unique oval shape with a striped border. The colors used in the sample are UV reactive and glow under blacklight. This is my favorite winter knit to wear this year. It is a simple but distinctive scarf because of the center out construction. Cast on guide video is here.

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Worked in a lightweight “faux crochet” stitch, this shawl is a fun, colorful project with a variety of interesting new stitch motifs. The recipe is fully adjustable to accommodate whatever yarns and colors you have available to you. The finished shawl, worked in the recommended yarns, weighs only 85 grams. A little yarn will take

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The Hudson Valley is one of the most beautiful places in the United States. In the autumn, people come from all over the world to see the colorful foliage, enjoy the mild weather, and to relax in nature.

This hat, knit in a self striping yarn, reminds me of ripples on a pond. As the yarn changes, each row builds a new layer of color in a distinctive wavy pattern. Unique shaping methods in the crown create an interesting finish.

This pattern is also available as part of the Jersey Shore Knits II ebook.

Get this pattern as part of the Jersey Shore Knits II ebook.

Get this pattern as part of the Jersey Shore Knits II ebook.

This shawl pattern is also available as part of the Jersey Shore Knits II ebook.

This download includes the recipe for for some inspirational muffins. it is also available as part of the Jersey Shore Knits II ebook.

Get the Boardwalk Top as part of the Jersey Shore Knits II ebook.

The Skyscraper Scarf is inspired by contemporary architecture and the unconventional shapes and materials that are used in the design of new towers in cities all over the world. The skyscraper is half striped and half solid to mimic the contrast of slatted and shiny surfaces. The changing grain of the fabric and tapered shape gives it a slight ...

The Mixed Up Mystery Cowl discussion thread can be found HEREand for support in German here though no translation is planned during the KAL dates.

Waves of shifting color radiate from the center point of this shawl in a pulsating pattern. All of the color changes happen automatically due to the self striping yarn, creating an interesting interplay of color as the rows get longer.

This unisex scarf has an extreme chevron motif evoking the image of a forested mountain range with peaks and valleys. Worked in a self striping yarn, this scarf will take on the personality of the any colors you choose, ranging from bright and cheerful to dark and subtle.

This pattern is also available as part of the Simple Stacks Collection at a 38% discount. This set of five fun stacked stitch projects that each teach a different aspect of the technique.

Winter is the season for gifts, and every year this is my go-to cowl for family and friends who are on my gift list. Worked in an airy lattice stitch, this cowl is still extra warm for winter because of the thickness of the recommended yarn.

This scarf came about after I discovered the incredible Pepperberry Knits Mini Skein Fun Size Bundles. They are not quite enough to make a full scarf, so I also bought a full skein in a harmonious color. I was really looking to make a self indulgent, special yet practical scarf, but the result is just too good to keep for myself.

Trig Scarf is a modular scarf with a simple and fun construction. There’s no sewing or complicated colorwork. Knit in all garter stitch, each triangular section is simple enough to be relaxing, but short rows keep things interesting. This pattern is the easier, scarfier sibling of the Trig Wrap.

This scarf is inspired by the fun, expressive accessories that you see on the streets of Brooklyn as the weather begins to change. Worked in 2 weights of yarn, it is a perfect way to play with color and use up some single skeins left over after larger projects. Pattern contains photo tutorials to help you tie the fringe.

The Psychedelic Shawl is a twisty, turny flame stitch motif bordered by traditional feather and fan lace. This pattern uses a gradient yarn and stacked stitches to create a unique chevron stripe inspired by rainbow posters of the 1960’s and vintage knitwear.

This scarf is inspired by shape of some traditional textiles from Uzbekistan. The edges of these elaborately embroidered pieces are often cut on the bias, coming to a point as they overlap. It is shown in 2 weights of yarn, each with slightly different sizes. The fingering weight scarf has more depth and can also be worn like a shawl while the ...

The Mongolian Inspired Ski Hat is a unisex winter hat inspired by the warm, brightly colored hats that are a trademark of traditional Mongolian dress. The short row brim is contoured to keep ears warm. Photo tutorials for making the overlap in the front of the hat and for the contrasting color welt are included in the pattern.

An any season scarf knit in the shape of a lightning bolt. Combining neon yarn with a speckled color can have a shocking result. If you do not want to hold 2 yarns together, substitute with a DK or Sport weight yarn for a single stranded version, or even double up on a fingering weight yarn for a heavy weight, warmer winter scarf.

Buy the Jersey Shore Knits E-book and get all 4 patterns for the price of 3.

MollyGirl Yarn has Ferris Wheel kits! Pick your yarns and colors to create your own combos.

Buy the Jersey Shore Knits E-Book and get all 4 patterns for the price of 3.

Buy the Jersey Shore Knits E-book and get all 4 patterns for the price of 3.

Manor House is a shawl style cardigan for kids and adults. It features raglan sleeves, a lacy contrast color edge, and a draped and contoured front that can be worn many ways. It looks great with a tee and jeans, or worn as a wrap over a summer dress.

The Lotus Challenge is a project for knitters with a desire for adventure. It uses the same stitch motif as the Lotus Flower Shawlette, but unlike it’s simpler twin, the pattern is repeated multiple times in rotating colors.

Lotus Flower shawlette is a simpler version of the Lotus Challenge. The lotus flower rises from the muddy water to create a beautiful and pure flower, a metaphor for the ability to rise above a bad situation or to make something beautiful amid unfavorable circumstances.

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Ziggy star hat is a unisex beanie with a chevron motif. The uniquely constructed crown comes together in the shape of a star. The Swans Island yarns all seem to coordinate well, and with 2 skeins, you will actually have enough for 2 hats in reversed colors (yardage estimates in pattern are rounded up), making this a great gift knit.

The Zipper is a unisex sideways knit scarf with a unique ripple pattern. Inspired by the dots and curves in Aboriginal art, the wave motif provides a great foundation for any color combo. It looks great in dark colors or brights, making it bold or subtle.

These stars are a fun way to learn stacked increases. You may have seen these in the Fox Paws or Solarita patterns and wondered how they work. You can use these fun stars to practice stacked increases before jumping into a more complex project, or just make them because they’re a lot of fun. Stacked increases are worked by slipping stitches bac...

The Oak Leaf is a fun little introduction to stacked decreases. This technique can be used to create lobe shaped edging, flame stitch motifs, and shaping. You may have seen it in other patterns like Fox Paws which use the wavy stitch in colorwork. Stacked decreases are worked by slipping stitches back to the left needle to work them again.

Fox paws is a rectangular wrap with a distinctive stripe motif that looks like little interlocking fox feet. Using only increases and decreases, stripes are shaped into extreme waves using the same technique as the Petal Cowl pattern but with more unusual shapes. It can be worked in 2 or more colors without any stranded or intarsia techniques, ...

I was thinking of the sun, margaritas, and very warm, autumnal shawls when I designed this crescent wrap. I’m even cold in the summer sometimes. Especially after dark, or in late August when the weather starts to shift. Thinking of the summer sun setting as I sit outside with friends, chatting and watching the sky change color - this is when I ...

The Petal Cowl is designed to highlight the color shifts of a self striping yarn. The stitch shapes are inspired by flower petals, fish scales, and vintage crochet afghans. A great summer knit, or a cold weather project when made in heavy yarn. The extra long chevron motif is created using the Stacked Stitch technique which sets this cowl apart...

Feather Flame is a chevron patterned scarf knit on the bias. It has a scalloped edge and a slight curve that makes it easy to wear. The stitch pattern can be scaled to fit any gauge and yarn weight. Self striping sock yarn gives definition to the waves of the flame stitch pattern.

Sometimes you want a complex project to work on, but other times you just want to relax and watch a movie while you make some last minute holiday gifts. This pattern is for a brioche stitch (fisherman’s rib) scarf with tidy edges and an easy to memorize one line pattern.

Did you ever wonder what would happen if a pair of gloves and a scarf had a child? What would happen if you just reached into your scarf every time your fingers were cold?

The cabled scarf is a winter classic because cables are a perfect way to create a thick, warm fabric for cold weather wear. Each side of this scarf has a distinctly different cable motif, yet the pattern is no

This scarf, knit in two directions,allows much room for creativity.

Limestone is a cowl with a reversible slip stitch pattern that

The Midnight Blazer is a fitted blazer with structured shoulders and a fitted waist. This silhouette is designed to flatter “pear shapes” by drawing the eye up and balancing a bottom heavy figure. Taking cues from the runway, this sweater is perfect to wear to work, yet still fun enough to wear out in the evening.

Thick & Thin hat and scarf are celebrate the natural beauty of hand knits. The contrast of scale and simple geometry make both of these accessories classic with just enough interest to hold your attention.

I was listening to spellbound by Siouxie and the Banshees and had this idea for something punk-ish and cropped.

Most knitters aren’t too into drop sleeves because of the overly simple shape and associations with oversized ’80s sweaters, but drop sleeves are showing up everywhere now in a refined and slender new form. Taking inspiration from high end brands like Vince, Mango, and Opening Ceremony, this sweater has a figure flattering modern silhouette.

This pattern is for a textured felt lamp shade in multiple sizes and matching pillows in two sizes. The lamp shade can be sewn over a preexisting shade or a handmade frame. DIY instructions for a metal lamp shade frame are included in this pattern as well as a lesson in lamp anatomy and safety. These housewares are a great project for all seaso...

This pattern is for a shrug or bolero type cardigan with elbow length dolman sleeves and optional contrasting Moss stitch trim. It is a cropped length, short in the front and reaching down to the waist in the back. The front is open and slightly curved with some bust shaping for adults. Loosely knit fingering weight yarn makes this perfect for ...

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This hat is a hybrid of two vintage styles: the cloche and the turban. Inspired by the 1920s, it has an old style feel but is not too out of place in our postmodern world. When worn with the gathering on the sides, it looks like a cloche, with a close fitting bell shape. When turned 90 degrees so the gathering is in the front, it looks more lik...

This pattern is for both the fingering and worsted weight cowl. Both versions are loosely knit for a drapey fabric.

This beret came into existence the week of the Halloween snow storm. My sister asked me to make her a hat, and I decided to make a design project of it. I wanted whatever I made to look good with her curly brown hair. She’s the kind of person who has three young kids and magically white sofas, and a really nicely decorated house. She likes deta...

So I was shopping at a certain urban clothing store when I saw this turban. The idea was nice, but there was some bunching in odd places and the price was way off (for an acrylic hat) so I decided to make my own. Now this isn’t an exact copy of their design, it has some improvements to the fitting, a rounder shape, and fewer seams (more than th...

The Techniques in the pattern are a bit advanced, it is helpful to understand short row shaping and circular knitting before you begin.The style is inspired by fractals, and uses mathematical knitting to create a rounded shape. It looks like a flower, a pine cone, and a romanesco.

Combination cowl, hood, hat pattern knit in the round. This is a very fast one skein project.