Happy Free Pattern Friday! When the temperatures drop and, cozy layers are essential, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as wrapping up in a soft, stylish cowl—especially one you’ve knit yourself! Introducing the Ripple Ridge Cowl, a reversible brioche stitch cowl that’s as functional as it is beautiful.
The Ripple Ridge Cowl is a perfect blend of texture, warmth, and versatility. Knit in a plush brioche stitch, this cowl has a unique, undulating wave pattern, making it a standout piece in any winter wardrobe. The brioche technique creates a soft, double-layered fabric, giving the cowl both warmth and thickness without being overly bulky. This project is a fantastic way to hone your brioche knitting skills, play with color, and end up with a piece you’ll reach for every time there’s a chill in the air.
This cowl uses Rico Design’s Madly in Love Luxury Baby Alpaca and Merino Chunky in colors 02 Beige and 06 Nougat. This yarn is made with a unique blend of acrylic and alpaca, giving it both warmth and a lightweight, airy feel—ideal for snuggly winter accessories, oversized sweaters, and cozy blankets. Get 15% off this yarn through Sunday, November 3rd, and pick your two favorite colors to begin your brioche adventure.
Happy Free Pattern Friday, fiber artists! We have an extra special pattern this week to celebrate the spooky season. Say BOO to the Scaredy Hat, designed by me. As the crisp fall air sets in and Halloween draws near, it’s time to cozy up with some crafty seasonal projects. If you’re a knitting enthusiast looking to add a dash of flair to your wardrobe, this colorwork Halloween hat is the perfect piece to get those eerie vibes flowing.
The striking design of the Scaredy Hat makes it an ideal project for Halloween lovers who adore intricate patterns. Set against a vibrant lime green background, the pattern is full of contrasting elements featuring a playful line-up of black cats and an adorable yet haunting row of white skulls. Bold green with crisp white and black details gives this hat a modern, edgy twist while still honoring traditional Halloween motifs. This design highlights the incomparable stitch definition of Uptown Bamboo DK while giving you a soft and cozy accessory to boot.
I chose colors 538 Tuxedo, 501 White, and 525 Willow in Uptown Bamboo DK for the Scaredy Hat for a super graphic look, With over 30 colors to pick from, you can truly personalize your very own version. Uptown Bamboo DK is 20% off through Sunday, Oct 6th. Get yours today and cast on!
Happy Friday, fellow crafters! I am super excited to introduce you to this week’s free pattern, the Half and Half Cardigan, designed by ME!
The Half and Half Cardigan is one of my favorite designs ever. Knit in soft and silky Wool Pop, in colors 605 Silken and 616 Denim, this cardigan is a fun take on color blocking. This piece is worked flat, from the top down, using intarsia color changes at the center back to create seamless blocks of color. With a flattering v-neck and close-fitting silhouette, this piece will keep you covered, pun intended, on all occasions as the weather turns.
The blend of 50% bamboo, 35% superwash wool, and 15% polyamide allow the fibers to absorb the dye differently, giving Wool Pop its distinctive heathered appearance. With a slight sheen and incredible drape, this multi-season yarn is one of our fan favorites. Get 20% off this luscious yarn this weekend, through Sunday, Sept 8th.
Happy Friday, fellow crafters! Today’s free pattern features the Elemental Set designed by the Universal Yarn Design Team.
The Elemental Set is just the ticket to start prepping for pumpkin spice season. The cowl is knit in the round as a tube and instructions are included for both a seamless and a seamed version. The hat is knit in the round from the brim up. Both pieces utilize a slip-stitch texture that showcases our vibrant Cobblestone yarn. This yarn is a 2-ply, 100% superwash merino, with one solid ply and one variegated ply, giving it the appearance of a handspun yarn. The Elemental Set uses one skein each of 101 Dragon’s Breath and 111 Paradise.
Cobblestone has 16 beautiful colors that come in a whopping 200g beehive skein. With approximately 612 yards to work with, these generously sized skeins are perfect for everything from accessories to garments.
Don’t miss out on your chance to stock up on these beauties with 20% off through Sunday, August 18th.
Happy Free Pattern Friday, fellow crafters! Today, we are excited to bring you Lore – a stunning crocheted shawl designed by Ashley Jane McIntyre.
Simple yet stunning, the Lore shawl is worked flat in a semi-circle to create a shape that is easy to style. Made in Rico Design’s alluring Creative Summer Sprinkles, a 50% cotton and 50% acrylic yarn. This summery shawl will have you reaching for it over and over to jazz up any outfit.
Rico Design Creative Summer Sprinkles is available in 8 vibrant shades, each of which is a mix of four color-changing threads twisted around each other. This cotton-acrylic blend is easy to care for and perfect for creating colorful and summery garments for all ages.
This weekend only, receive 15% off this delightful yarn through Sunday, July 14th. The Neon Green shade is calling my name; how about you?
This Free Pattern Friday we bring you a lighter-weight version of our fan-favorite Sunshine Throw. Meet the Sunshine Throw – Worsted designed by Rachel Brockman.
Just like it’s cousin, the Sunshine Throw, the Sunshine Throw – Worsted uses our smooth and sumptuous Cotton Supreme yarn, the difference being that the first uses the yarn held doubled for a heavier weight throw. In comparison, the second uses the yarn held single for a lighter-weight throw perfect for warmer weather. Machine washable and dryable, this easy-care yarn is the ideal choice for any project that will see a lot of attention.
This weekend only, get 20% off Cotton Supreme through Sunday, June 23rd. What color will you choose for this elegant throw?
We are heading into summer by offering both a knit AND a crochet version of the Gingham Blankie for today’s Flash Pattern Friday.
Designed by Rachel Brockman, both versions of the Gingham Blankie are made in our soft, smooth Uptown Bamboo DK. These blankies are perfect for bringing along to your next park outing or as a whimsical addition to your home decor. Each blanket is comprised of 49 individual squares worked from the center out, making these the ideal portable project. The squares are sewn together to form the blankie, and the borders are applied as a finishing touch.
Each Gingham Blankie features 3 colors of Uptown Bamboo DK, a blend of 80% anti-pilling acrylic and 20% bamboo. This easy-care yarn has excellent stitch definition with the bamboo content adding a touch of sheen to your finished project. The crochet version is shown in 502 Lily, 507 Peach and 508 Coral while the knit version is shown in 502 Lily, 519 Bluebird and 521 Chill. With 36 colors to choose from, you can make a Gingham Blankie that is truly your own.
To get the Gingham Blankie patterns for free use the “buy it now” or “add to cart” links on the Ravelry pattern page for the knit or crochet version. Once the pattern is in your cart, enter the coupon code “FLASH” where you see the “use coupon code” link that appears during purchase. This offer is valid through Monday, May 27th to coincide with our Memorial Day Sale.
This weekend, our entire site (excluding Chiaogoo) is Buy 2 get 1 free! Ring in the summer with these special savings through Monday, May 27th.
Happy Free Pattern Friday, Friends! Today, we bring you the Mimosa Poncho, the ideal transitional accessory for Spring.
The Mimosa Poncho is a light and airy layering piece that uses a simple zigzag lace for maximum effect. The poncho is knit flat from the bottom up, working along the narrowest side. Creative seaming after completion transforms a rectangular piece into a dazzling lightweight accessory.
This pattern makes the most of our highly variegated Sugar Saki yarn. Sugar Saki is a 50/25/25 blend of superwash merino, bamboo, and nylon and comes in a cheerful colorful palette of 5 colors inspired by sweet treats. The simple construction allows the yarn to do most of the work here, and the bamboo content gives your finished piece just the right amount of drape. This yarn is perfect for socks and lightweight accessories alike.
This weekend only, get 20% off Sugar Saki through Sunday, March 31st. Don’t miss out on your chance to get your hands on this fun yarn at a special discounted rate while you can.
What’s the thing to knit during transitional weather? Why, an accessory, of course! Today’s Free Pattern Friday brings you the Heidi Hood designed by me!
I designed this whimsical accessory specifically to show off the fun pops of neon in Bella Pom Pom against the dark background of 954 Phantom Heather in Deluxe Bulky Superwash. The Heidi Hood is just the ticket to keep your neck toasty while giving you the option to wear the hood up or down. This accessory is knit from the bottom up, starting with the neck. Fluffy Fisherman’s Rib is worked in the round in Deluxe Bulky Superwash until the neck portion is completed. Bella Pom Pom is then carried along for the hood which is worked flat, with a built-in I-Cord along the edges. The top of the hood is formed by grafting each half together.
Why did I choose to highlight Bella Pom Pom in this pattern? Because it’s the perfect carry-along yarn to transform a simple accessory into a head-turner. Throw in Deluxe Bulky Superwash and you’ve got yourself a squishy, cozy, fun-to-knit piece! With so many colors available in this bulky weight yarn, you can choose to either accentuate the neon pops against a darker shade or use a complementary color for a more subtle nod to neon.
This weekend only, get 20% off your order of Bella Pom Pom and Deluxe Bulky Superwash, through Sunday, March 3rd. What are you waiting for?
Spring is just around the corner and we are embracing it in a big way with our newest collection featuring eight adorable patterns for your little ones. Taking inspiration from nature’s sweet treats, the Precious Picnic collection utilizes the colors and imagery of fresh fruit in a variety of designs ranging from adorable stuffies, accessories, and garments to blankets in our easy-careUptown Bamboo DK. Let’s jump right in and talk about each piece!
Dress your little one in an outfit as sweet as they are with theBilberry Set, designed by me! The adorable romper is perfect for layering over long sleeves during a cool spring picnic and the bucket hat will protect their heads from the sun. We’ve chosen 522 Sailor and 525 Willow for our version, but let your favorite fruit serve as the foundation of this leaf-topped ensemble! The romper includes sizes for 0-18 months and the hat includes sizes for a newborn to a toddler. Both pieces are constructed from the top down with a simple stranded colorwork motif to create the leaf pattern.
My personal favorite – the Concord Wrap, also designed by me. A sweet little cardigan with adorable grape bunches adorning the front hem. The crossover design with buttons and I-cord ties makes it easy to dress a wiggly one. This layering piece is the perfect cocoon for any outfit, keeping your sweet babe cozy thanks to our soft, smooth Uptown Bamboo DK yarn. The sample shown uses 517 Lilac and includes sizes for 0-24 months. The Concord Wrap is constructed in pieces and seamed.
What’s more fun than a set of stuffed fruit? The Fresh and Fruity Set, designed by, you guessed it, ME, is just ripe for pretend play. This stuffed toy set includes varying colors and shapes, helping teach young ones about objects and colors in fun ways. The set features colorways 525 Willow, 505 Daisy, 514 Tomato, and 518 Mulberry. Each fruit is knit seamlessly from the top down and stuffed as you go.
What could be more fitting in a collection of fruit-inspired items for young ones than a gingham blanket? Rachel Brockman designed both a knit AND a crochet version of the quintessential picnic blanket. Both versions are constructed in a modular fashion, making them the perfect on-the-go project. The crochet version of the Gingham Blankie is shown in 502 Lily and 507 Peach and the knit version uses 502 Lily, 519 Bluebird, and 521 Chill
Keep the mess off those adorable outfits with the Juicy Bib Trio designed by Rachel Brockman – a collection of bibs decorated with apples, lemons, and pears bordered by an edging inspired by basketry, like a little picnic basket. Each bib is knit flat from the bottom up using a knit-purl texture to create the motifs. The bibs pictured above feature colors 514 Tomato, 505 Daisy, and 524 Lemongrass.
The Melon Seed Set, designed by Rachel Brockman, is refreshing and sweet. Its inspiration was the juicy summer treat. Vibrant 513 Flamingo and 526 Melon work playfully together in this easy stranded colorwork pattern, along with 538 Tuxedo. The sweater comes in a wide range of sizes starting from 0-6 months up to 6-8 years! The socks are available in sizes Baby through Youth.
The Strawberry Patch sweater, designed by Ashley Jane McIntyre, features a plump, juicy berry applique on the front with on-trend contrast color sleeves to keep this piece cool and casual for your little one. This sweater is crocheted seamlessly from the top down in turning rounds. The colorwork of the sleeves and body are created with intarsia in colors 502 Lily and 514 Tomato. The strawberry stem detail is worked with 524 Lemongrass. The pattern is available in a range of sizes from 3 months to 6 years.
Celebrate the release of this adorable collection with us this weekend with 20% off the Precious Picnic E-book through our website, that’s a value of $40 for just $20, PLUS 20% off Uptown Bamboo DK.
