Prickly

I love sock yarn, especially hand painted skeins, but I really don't care for pooling. I created this design as a way to do something different with all those lovely hand painted skeins and break up the pooling. Using only 50g of yarn in total these are also a great way to use up the leftovers from your favorite socks. Don't worry though; Prickly refers to the texture of the slip stitch pattern, not the feel of the yarn.

Violeta

My Cuban grandmother was a wonder with a crochet hook. The intricate lace she could make was simply amazing. Though she taught me to crochet, I never quite took to it. Many years later, I picked up knitting needles and found my true crafting love. These gauntlets are named Violeta because the color reminds me of all the violets that filled her house and the patterning is in the same spirit as her beautiful lace.

Bliss Blanket

When one of my closest friends announced she was pregnant I knew I had to make her a blanket. It needed to be more interesting than just a plain old rectangle, as the mom-to-be is a very talented knitter herself. So the Bliss Blanket, named in after its recipient, was born.

The blanket is done in entrelac with a twist; rather than plain stockinette the rectangles are done in a mistake rib. The superwash wool is perfect for a new mom; just throw it in the washing machine, no muss, no fuss.

The pattern is available online from Knotions.

Sunset Scales Socks

These socks are a pretty basic toe up sock pattern made interesting by the lace work. I found the lace stitch in the Vogue Stitchonary Volume One. The yarn used was hand dyed by Jo at Baywood Yarns and it is a dream to work with. If you can get your hands on some I highly recommend using it, otherwise any sock yarn that gets gauge will work as a substitute.

Echoes

I spend a lot of time on the computer, more than I care to admit really, and my hands are always cold. As necessity is the mother of invention I was inspired to knit up a pair of gauntlets to keep me warm while leaving my fingers and thumb free to type and mouse. I wanted them to be fun and bright to lift my spirits while plugging away at work. I named them Echoes, as the cables seem to echo out from the middle knit stitch.

Please keep in mind these are very stretchy from the ribbing, so they will fit arms of various diameters.

Remolino Hat and Scarf

Remolino is the Spanish word for whirlpool. It’s a rather apt description of the design on this slouchy little hat. The rounds spiral into to the center of the hat and the slipped stitches show off the beautiful colors of Malabrigo. The matching scarf rolls in on itself creating a tube effect when finished. The scarf can easily be made longer if desired by using the remaining yarn from the hat as the hat will not use a full skein.

Please note this pattern contains instructions for both the hat and the scarf.

Twist Hat

These adorable baby hats knit up quickly and are a wonderful way to use up partial skeins of sock yarn. Worked completely in the round, there are no pesky seams to sew. The perfect go-to gift for a last-minute baby shower or an early arrival!

Please note this pattern contains instructions for both the Twist hat and the Sprout hat.

Sprout Hat

These adorable baby hats knit up quickly and are a wonderful way to use up partial skeins of sock yarn. Worked completely in the round, there are no pesky seams to sew. The perfect go-to gift for a last minute baby shower or an early arrival!

Please note that this pattern contains directions for both the Twist hat and the Sprout hat.

Toasty Cowl

Toasty is a fun little project that knits up quickly. Knit doubly thick for extra warmth, even when the wind is blowing. Worked in super soft Malabrigo it’s a treat to wear next to your skin.

Lucky Diamond

These socks were originally featured during Sock Madness 3, in Round 4.

They were designed as an experiment with slip stitches and multiple colors of yarn. Using a contrasting color that is similar to the variegated colors will minimize the striping effect; using one that stands out will highlight the striping effect.

Plumeria

The closely-spaced cables on this sock, lined up neatly in ribs, are reminiscent of the beautiful plumeria leis found in Hawaii. Plumerias come in various shades of pink, yellow and white; however, this sock will look lovely in any color you choose.

Tuileries

Early April in Paris finds the Jardin de Tuileries overflowing with beautiful tulips. These lacy socks remind me of the ruffle edged parrot tulips I first saw in that beautiful garden many years ago. With the openness of the lace pattern they make for a lovely springtime sock.

Curling Tendril

Tendrils of lace curl around the leg and down onto the foot of this lovely sock. Large sections of stockinette make for a fast knit, but the lace work keeps the pattern interesting. This pattern will work well with both solid and variegated yarns.

Psychedelia

Inspired by the colorway’s tag line, excuse me while I mix this dye, Psychedelia is a trippy sock with swirling colors and zig-zagging slip stitches. The pattern itself is a simple lace repeat that is easy to follow. Work this in your favorite variegated yarn for a swirling look or your favorite solid and watch the triangles pop.

Lambda

Named for the Greek lower case letter used in many fields of math and science, this sock is engineered to stretch and fit a variety of feet widths. The toe-up design incorporates an inventive heel flap and gusset technique which helps to show off the modified horseshoe cable motif. The length is easily adapted to a desired fit.

Twist Again Hat

Twist Again is an adult-sized version of the popular Twist baby hat, with a bonus matching cowl. Alternating stripes of color accentuate the movement of the slipped stitches up from the brim to the crown. Color choices are key for this duo. Closely matched colors will give an almost kettle-dyed appearance while opposing shades will lead to bolder, more obvious striping.

Hat size L will require approximately 75 yds (69 m) of the main color and 60 yds (55 m) of the contrasting color. Smaller hats will require a bit less of each.

Please note this pattern contains directions for both the hat and the matching cowl.

Twist Again Cowl

Twist Again is an adult-sized version of the popular Twist baby hat, with a bonus matching cowl. Alternating stripes of color accentuate the movement of the slipped stitches up from the brim to the crown. Color choices are key for this duo. Closely matched colors will give an almost kettle-dyed appearance while opposing shades will lead to bolder, more obvious striping.

Cowl will require approximately 60 yds (55 m) of the main color and 35 yds (32 m) of the contrasting color.

Please note this pattern contains directions for both the hat and the matching cowl.

Wild Growth (Aran Weight)

Wild Growth is a study in gauge. In the larger gauge, the gauntlets look more rustic, whereas the smaller gauge produces a more delicate effect. In either case, the pattern resembles leaves and vines wandering over the back of the hand, much like a wild growth meanders over a hillside.

Please note this pattern contains directions for both the large and small gauge styles.

Wild Growth (Fingering Weight)

Wild Growth is a study in gauge. In the larger gauge, the gauntlets look more rustic, whereas the smaller gauge produces a more delicate effect. In either case, the pattern resembles leaves and vines wandering over the back of the hand, much like a wild growth meanders over a hillside.

Please note this pattern contains directions for both the large and small gauge styles.