As I was getting ready to post this pattern I started looking back to see when my last pattern release was…it has been over a year. So that begs the question, what on earth have I been doing for the last year? I had a baby, which is the best excuse…right? Anyway, I am finally back to it.

So with no further delay here is my newest knitting pattern…the Abigail Hood. This adorable hood feels as though it has jumped from the page of your favorite Austen classic. It fits comfortably over long hair or short and covers the ears for a little extra warmth. The loose construction of the body of the hat allows air flow for warmer weather. Enjoy the larger size for a looser look or the medium for the more fitted feel.

NOTE ON YARN: These hats were all knit up in Malabrigo Twist. This yarn is AMAZING! I absolutely love it. It is 8ply, heavy worsted, 100% marino wool. Basically incredibly soft and squishy and it stretches beautifully. You can use another heavy worsted or aran weight yarn but to achieve the closest look to the pictures, pick up a skein of Malabrigo Twist at your friendly local yarn shop. Colorways pictured are Applewood, zinc, and purple mystery.

There are three sizes included in this pattern.

Large: fits a regular adult head

Medium: fits a child/ teen/ small adult

Small: fits a baby/ toddler/ small child

Not all those who wander are lost;

The old that is strong does not wither,

Deep roots are not reached by the frost.”

J. R. R. Tolkien

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Created for the bohemian traveler this head wrap is versatile and easy to make. Due to the small size of this project you can knit it on a train or double-decker bus. You can keep the finished head wrap in your purse for the surprise storm or cold spell. It is reversible just in case you aren’t in the mood for the pattern, just turn it inside out for a fresh look.

For this design I used Merino Silk Worsted by Skein Yarns.

Photography: Elisa McLaughlin

Model: Natalie Emmons

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THE PATTERN: Chevrons! I design with what I love and at the moment I am in love with chevron patterns. That is how this slouchy beanie was inspired. It is knit up with a delicate chevron pattern (see chart on page 3). Get ready for winter by knitting it out of a warm merino wool or a cooler cotton, either way it is the perfect accessory for your wardrobe. The chevron pattern gives the knit fabric a fun feeling of whimsy.

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Introducing the Bohemian Cinch Head Wrap! This bohemian styled head wrap is cinched at an angle so it does not have the width of the other head wrap patterns in my store. Half way between a head band and head wrap this pattern is great for all seasons. This headband secures at the back with buttons. It is a quick knit great for beginners and is perfect for gifts. You can use up all your extra sock yarn or size up to a DK weight yarn for a thicker head wrap.

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If you would like to purchase this pattern you can do so in my Etsy Store or on Ravelry

Photographer: Elisa McLaughlin

Model: Lauren Lask

So finally FINALLY I have finished my pattern for the Lacy Inside Out Fingerless Gloves. A little background on the name. Originally when I was designing the pattern I was designing in my head inside out. So you would knit the gloves and then flip them inside out to wear them. As the pattern evolved it became reversible. Technically you can still wear them inside out so I kept the name. The fun with that is if you are using a variegated yarn you can see which side best shows the colors and use the gloves that way.

The pattern recommends using a piece of ribbon or lace and threading it through the eyelet’s of the gloves. However as you can see in the picture above the gloves look great without the lace or ribbon also.

The pattern is also available for sale in my Ravelry Pattern Store as well as in my Etsy Shop.