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Bridges Shawl

In Fingering weight yarn, Patterns, Shawls & Shawlettes, Shop sample available, Sport weight yarn by Shannon

This shawl is a tribute to the bridges of Portland, of which there are oh, so many. Knit this shawl as you traverse the many bridges of my fair city. MaterialsFinished Measurements: 84″ long from tip to tip, 24″ deep at center. Measured after blocking.Yarn: approximately 630 yards sport-weight yarn. Needles: US6/4mm circular needle, 24” or longer, or size needed …

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Big Green Cowl

In Aran weight yarn, Cowls, Patterns, Worsted weight yarn by Shannon

This is the epitome of a soothing knit: use a decadent worsted weight yarn, and you’ve got yourself one heck of a knitting time. Wear it long, wear it doubled, whatever you do, make sure you wear this cowl! MaterialsFinished Measurements: 60” in diameter, 9” tall.Yarn: approximately 325 yards worsted-weight yarn. I used Blue Moon Fiber Arts Targhee Luscious Single …

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Beach Agate Sweater

In Garments, Patterns, Shop sample available, Worsted weight yarn by Shannon

Take a walk on the beach searching for treasures while wearing this fun and simple sweater. It’s a three-season piece, sure to make you feel fabulous, whether or not you walk off the beach with a hand full of agates. MaterialsFinished bust sizes: 30, [32, 36, 40, 44, 50, 54]”. Shown worn with 2” positive ease on Shannon. Measured after …

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Beach Agate Hat

In Hats, Patterns, Worsted weight yarn by Shannon

Take a walk on the beach searching for treasures while wearing this fun and simple hat. With a turned hem and a reverse-stockinette triangle detail, this is the perfect hat pattern for highly variegated yarn. MaterialsFinished Measurements: Small/Med (Large/Extra Large): 19 (22)” circumference, 9.5 (10)” from cuff to top.Yarn: approximately 130 (160) yards worsted-weight yarn. I used Malabrigo Rios, colorways …

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Aunties Cowl

In Cowls, DK weight yarn, Patterns, Shop sample available, Worsted weight yarn by Shannon

It takes a village to raise kids, but nowadays, many of us don’t live near our families. That’s why Aunties are so important – female friends who love and support us AND our kiddos. Make your favorite Auntie something special with our Aunties Cowl. MaterialsFinished Measurements: DK weight: 8.5″ wide, 27 (54)” long. • Worsted weight: 9.75″ wide, 25 (50)” …

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Amazing Technicolor Dream Cowl

In Cowls, Fingering weight yarn, Good for gradients, Patterns, Shop sample available by Shannon

It’s amazing! It’s Technicolor! It’s a dream (to knit AND wear)! The Amazing Technicolor Dream Cowl was designed to play around with and show off color. Using 15 colors (approximately 40 yards a piece), it’s got a soothing rhythm and knits up very quickly. MaterialsFinished Measurements: Long Loop: 5.5” tall, 33” long unbuttoned. • Short Loop: 8” tall, 27” long …

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Arms Akimbo Mitts

In Fingering weight yarn, For the hands, One skein projects, Patterns, Shop sample available by Shannon

Wear these mitts all fall and winter long – they’ll keep your non-knitting parts good and toasty. Chevrons are a great way to add visual interest to the long color repeats of this yarn, and my favorite I-cord bind-off is featured at the top of the mitt. MaterialsFinished Measurements: 8.5″ long, 7″ around (3.5″ across when laid flat) at base …

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Ananke

In Fingering weight yarn, One skein projects, Patterns, Shawls & Shawlettes, Shop sample available, Sport weight yarn by Shannon

In Greek mythology, Ananke was the personification of destiny, necessity and fate. She was often depicted holding a spindle. How perfect! I feel that she compelled me to knit this shawlette, and a second, and to cast on for moremoremore. Give in to Ananke and knit one for yourself (or a friend)! MaterialsFinished Measurements: 62″ wide from tip to tip, …

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All Meshed Up

In Aran weight yarn, Cowls, DK weight yarn, Fingering weight yarn, Good for gradients, Patterns, Shop sample available, Worsted weight yarn by Shannon

When you’re in the mood for something simple but fun, and have a gorgeous gradient set staring you in the face, there’s nothing better than getting All Meshed Up with this cowl. Instructions for fingering, dk, worsted, and aran weight yarns are all included. MaterialsFinished Measurements: all versions approximately 22” circumference; 9.5-12″ tall.Yarn: Fingering weight version: 270 yards fingering-weight yarn, …

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Alma Lou

In Aran weight yarn, Bulky weight yarn, Fingering weight yarn, One skein projects, Patterns, Shawls & Shawlettes, Shop sample available, Worsted weight yarn by Shannon

I first made this shawlette for my mother, Alma, for her birthday. We call her Alma Lou, because her middle name is, quite surprisingly, Lucretia. I wanted something simple, with a bit of frou-frou, but not too much. Eyelets seemed to be the way to go, and on a garter background, they’re almost rustic. This is a simple pattern with …