By Lana Jois
From Elemental Knitting
This pretty lace shawl is knit from the top down and combines texture and lace to create a basketweave stitch in the body and an open work border. An easy pattern, this is a great introduction to both techniques.
View ProjectFrom the December 2015 issue
Who needs to carry a purse when this handy pocket scarf will give you a place to stash your phone, keys and change purse? Nice deep pockets keep your hands warm while the thick, garter stitch fabric keeps your neck toasty. This scarf makes a perfect holiday present for someone special – or for yourself!
View ProjectBy Nazanin Fard
From the December 2022 issue
This bold blue scarf features winding cables across the front and back so that there is no right or wrong side to the scarf. With an easy cabled pattern and a simple construction, this scarf will be right at home with your winter wardrobe.
View ProjectFrom the December 2015 issue
Worn doubled, this piece takes on the loft and volume of the luxurious cowl you’ve always wanted. When unstretched, the pattern resembles ribbing, but when stretched across the shoulders, the honeycomb design is revealed. Featuring a twisted stitch pattern that’s easy to master and remember, this cowl is a perfect project for travel or TV knitting.
View ProjectFrom the December 2015 issue
Knit a row of colorful hats and mittens to decorate your mantel, or use them individually to trim your tree. These easy patterns make adorable additions to any Christmas décor.
View ProjectBy Mari Chiba
One skein of chunky yarn, some size 17 needles and about an hour of your time are all you need to work up this plush cowl. Featuring the delightfully twisted night sky stitch, this cowl will give you the warmth you need as temperatures drop.
View ProjectBy Claire Slade
From Cherry Picked: Classic, Confident, and Cherry-Red Chic Knits
Leaf Lines is a close fitting, elegant sweater with added waist shaping for a flattering silhouette. The panels of diamond leaves down each sleeve add an extra feminine touch to this cozy fall sweater.
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The Burnt Sienna Slouch Hat is an easy-to-knit hat that features a wide double-ribbed band and a geometric design that wraps around the front two-thirds of the hat. Worked up in a gorgeous copper color, this hat is the perfect autumn accessory.
View ProjectFrom the Holiday Guide issue
This felted Pumpkin Treat Bag is essential for Halloween trick-or-treating. The easy stitch pattern works up quickly, and the felting process adds strength to the design in order to hold as much candy as possible. Plus, the base of the pumpkin is set in so the pumpkin can be set on a post or sit flat on a step, perfect leaving candy out on the porch.
View ProjectFrom the October 2015 issue
Knit this spooky hat for that upcoming Halloween bash and keep wearing it throughout the fall and winter. The bat is added onto the finished hat by using the duplicate stitch technique.
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