Christy Nelson has been addicted to yarn for most of her adult life. She started with crochet about 20 years ago and has now added knitting and spinning to her repertoire. An avid traveler, many of her designs are inspired by her visits to other countries like China, Mexico, Switzerland, and Italy. Last summer she spent 5 weeks in France with her husband and two children (ages 11 and 9), but she calls Lincoln, Nebraska home.
Christy is a former blogger and social media strategist. You can still find her archives at christynelson.net and it's possible she'll get back to it, but for the past year or so she has enjoyed taking a break from working online and has enjoyed the other opportunities that have come her way.
Check her out on Ravelry (id: christy)
From the April 2020 issue
This intermediate baby blanket is worked up in a simple stockinette stitch pattern for the body, while the edging features an intricate leaf motif edging that adds texture to the overall design.
View ProjectFrom the Holiday Guide issue
Inspired by the delicate pink of freshly blooming flowers in the springtime, this fingerless mitts and hat set uses a chunky ribbing pattern and small peek-a-boos of lace to make this set a perfect fit for spring.
View ProjectFrom the Fall 2019 issue
This unisex pattern is about to become your go-to pattern for socks. Classic and rich with cables, this delightful pattern looks great in a variety of colors.
View ProjectFrom the Fall 2019 issue
This stunning beret is reminiscent of looking in through some of the gorgeous windows at the Bourges Cathedral in France. The winding cables mimic the panes and give the hat a small amount of texture.
View ProjectFrom the August 2019 issue
Inspired by the delicate pink of freshly blooming flowers in the springtime, this fingerless mitts and hat set uses a chunky ribbing pattern and small peek-a-boos of lace to make this set a perfect fit for spring.
View ProjectFrom the October 2018 issue
This unisex pattern is about to become your go-to pattern for socks. Classic and rich with cables, this delightful pattern looks great in a variety of colors.
View ProjectFrom the October 2015 issue
This intermediate baby blanket is worked up in a simple stockinette stitch pattern for the body, while the edging features an intricate leaf motif edging that adds texture to the overall design.
View ProjectFrom the June 2015 issue
Who says socks shouldn’t be worn in the summer? Worked up in a bright and fun summertime color, these far-out socks will keep your feet cozy as the AC works its magic.
View ProjectFrom the June 2015 issue
This design is meant to be worn off the shoulders and hanging over the arms. The drop stitches and gradual increases toward the bottom allow for an ease of movement. If knitting in the round on circular needles scares you a bit, check out our tutorial to get started!
View ProjectFrom the April 2015 issue
Inspired by the delicate pink of freshly blooming flowers in the springtime, this fingerless mitts and hat set uses a chunky ribbing pattern and small peek-a-boos of lace to make this set a perfect fit for spring.
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