Constellation, pattern in Kismet, published by Hill Country Weavers, 2013. Kismet showcases 15 patterns that bring together weaving with knitting and crochet and includes a detailed technique guide. Constellation, a gored skirt pattern in Kismet, combines weaving, knitting, crochet and sewing. Constellation was favorably reviewed in a Handwoven Magazine, November/December 2013.
An excerpt from Constellation pattern
Little Honeysuckle, pattern in Prairie Bliss Vol. 1, published by Hill Country Weavers, 2012. Little Honeysuckle, an adorable little girl's dress, is one of 11 knitting and crochet patterns in Prairie Bliss Vol. 1, inspired by the Austin's wild-flowered landscape and written by local designers.
An excerpt from Little Honeysuckle pattern
West and Colbert, published by Platypus Dreams, 2013. A free pattern for wrist warmers.
Lantana Haze, pattern in Prairie Bliss Vol. 1, published by Hill Country Weavers, 2011, 2012. Lantana Haze, a textured flowing striped scarf, is one of 11 knitting and crochet patterns in Prairie Bliss Vol. 1, inspired by the Austin's wild-flowered landscape and written by local designers.
An excerpt from Lantana Haze pattern
Nightshade, pattern, published by Hill Country Weavers, 2010. Nightshade is a snugly fitting cabled hat knit flat but with no seams. Knit all in one piece from the bottom of one tie over the top of the head and back down to the bottom of the other tie.
An excerpt from Nightshade pattern
Cypress, pattern, published by Hill Country Weavers, 2010. Cypress's crochet border accentuates and harmonizes the dramatic undulation of the knit cable as it flows down the scarf.
An excerpt from Cypress pattern
Example of pattern during editing process
Schematic working notes for Little Honeysuckle
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Knit, Crochet & Weaving Pattern Design
Designing knitting, crochet and weaving patterns is like solving three-dimensional math and modeling problems and then teaching someone else how to make the same thing. Experimenting, group critiques, writing clear instructions, drawing helpful illustrations, editing and revising are all part of the process. I've been designing my own patterns since 2002. These are some of my most recent ones.
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