14 Nov 2019
Astrid, a top down sleeveless poncho
An easy free knitting pattern for a top-down sleeveless poncho style piece knit in light, airy and luxurious mohair.
29 Aug 2019
Geneva Sweater
I've been trying my hand at creating knitting patterns this year. My progress is slow. But I'm learning. And the result is extremely gratifying. Although the tricky part is that as a beginner I don't get things right first time,
29 May 2019
An Easy Aran Knit Top
The weather is cooling down here in Cape Town, not that you'd notice today as it's about 24 degrees C. But in general it is. The mornings and evenings are colder. So at long last the temperature is more conducive
24 Apr 2019
Cassie’s Socks
I’m no sock expert, in fact it’s less than a year since I knitted my first pair, and that was done under the guidance of a lovely Latvian lady who didn’t speak a word of English! So how hard can
7 Aug 2018
Tiny Sleeveless V-Neck Vest
This v-neck vest is a cute pattern if you have little people in your life. A vest is also a practical garment for tiny people and toddlers - easy to wear and keeps them warm when the weather is in-between.
19 Jul 2018
Fast Fingerless Mittens
Mittens are a great accessory to have on hand (pun intended!) and I'm a big fan of the fingerless mitten variety. I particularly love this very light and soft pair knitted in our Cowgirlblues Kidsilk yarn.
16 Jul 2018
Poncho Pattern for a Soft, Stripe Knit
A poncho is my winter favourite, and this one is very soft to wear and knit and the stripe yarn combination gives it interest and texture. I have a couple in my cupboard from when we first started out and
11 May 2018
Speedy Pompom Skinny Scarf
Since we started dyeing up our 2018 new colours I've been looking for interesting ways to work up the yarns to show what they can do, and it's not always easy to keep coming up with new ideas. So on