Crochet & Knitting Pieces

Little Knit Bag - new, free pattern

2009-06-02T13:24:00.003-07:00

Little Knit Bag
Knit this beginner level little bag. It closes to 4" x 4" size. Instructions are given for thick yarn but use 2 strands to knit with thinner yarns. Easy for beginners and very quick for everyone! This pattern is FREE. Designed by Kathy North of Designs by KN.

Little Baby Set in pink

2009-05-18T14:47:00.000-07:00

Recently, I crocheted Kathy North's pattern Little Baby Set. Even if you are a beginner filet crocheter, you'll be able to crochet this little baby blanket and hat. As you can see, it is a nice baby doll set, too.

Lacy Baby Hat pattern revised

2009-05-18T13:39:00.002-07:00

Kathy North, of Designs by KN, just revised the Lacy Baby Hat pattern. You now have options for knitting the hat with 2, 3, or 4 scallops. This pattern is offered for free, as it makes a nice hat pattern for charity knitting.

Time for another free pattern by Kathy North!

2009-05-15T15:22:00.003-07:00

Pet Beach Mat! This beach mat will make your pet so happy; especially happy, if he is playing with the crocheted Happy Crab Pet Toy, too. Both patterns, designed by Kathy North of Designs by KN, are available FREE on piece-by-piece.net.

Cross Country Shawl with Lamb's Pride Worsted Yarn

2009-05-03T17:29:00.003-07:00

You'll enjoy crocheting Kathy North's pattern Cross Country Shawl. This particular shawl was crocheted using 950 yards of Lamb's Pride Worsted Yarn. It is so soft.

Kathy North's pattern sells for $3.00 and will be delivered to your e-mail Inbox as a .pdf file. This shawl works up quickly. Get started, today, and you'll have a gift for Mother's Day. Cross Country Shawl

Noro and The Cozy Comfort Prayer Shawl

2009-04-25T17:39:00.005-07:00

Recently, I was fortunate enough to find 4 or 5 skeins of very thick Noro yarn at the Goodwill Store. Kathy North, of Designs by KN, just designed the crochet pattern Cozy, Comfort Prayer Shawl. This yarn seemed to be perfect to use for this pattern.

Cozy Comfort Prayer Shawl pattern

2009-04-18T19:09:00.004-07:00

NEW pattern from Kathy North!!

Her first comfort prayer shawl available on piece-by-piece.net.

Cozy Comfort Prayer Shawl
Designed by Kathy North of Designs by KN. ©2009
Skill Level: Beginner/Easy
Finished size: Approx. 20” wide x 60” long

Purchase this pattern for $2.50 and crochet a lovely, cozy comfort prayer shawl.

Eyelet Round Capelet - knit with Boucle yarn

2009-04-16T19:22:00.003-07:00

This is a photo of the Eyelet Round Capelet. You may have already looked at this capelet on the piece-by-piece.net web site. Previously, it was shown knit with Plymouth Encore yarn. Same pattern but it is now knit with a multicolor boucle yarn. It was knit with Patons Canadiana Boucle. This yarn gives the Eyelet Round Capelet a whole new look!

The Eyelet Round Capelet pattern was designed by Kathy North, of Designs by KN. The pattern is available for purchase for $3.00 at piece-by-piece.net .

Three free patterns by Kathy North NEW!!

2009-03-30T14:11:00.005-07:00

Three free patterns by Kathy North, of Designs by KN, are now available on piece-by-piece.net!

Rippling Waves Baby Afghan

Happy Crab Pet Toy

Ruffled Lace Christmas Stocking

Knit Hat for Anyone

2009-03-14T18:39:00.000-07:00

Just finished knitting Kathy North's pattern: Knit Hat for Anyone -- in 4 sizes. This hat was knit using Fantasy Dark Horse Yarns in color #11, which is a very light yellow.

Knit Hat for all sizes

2009-03-10T15:47:00.002-07:00

Knit Hat for All Sizes pattern by Kathy North of Designs by KN. I just completed knitting this beanie hat. It fits a young baby. I used Skacel Big Print 100% SuperWash yarn. Since this yarn is smaller gauge, I used the directions for the medium hat up until 5" and then followed the extra small size directions.

Great pattern! :)

Ruffled Lace Christmas Stocking

2009-03-09T15:29:00.002-07:00

Ruffled Lace Christmas Stocking is a free pattern offered on the Peaches and Creme web site. The knitting pattern is an award-winning pattern by Kathy North. As always, you know the pattern will be easy-to-follow and mistake-free.

Happy Crab Pet Toy pattern by Kathy North

2009-03-09T15:23:00.002-07:00

I've fallen behind in blogging about all of Kathy's patterns. Here's a pattern that I know all pet lovers will want to crochet. Also, I think it would make a cute baby toy, too. The free pattern is a winner on elmore-pisgah's web site. Happy Crab Pet Toy

Summer Head Scarf by Kathy North

2009-03-09T12:49:00.003-07:00

Kathy North's pattern, Summer Blue Head Scarf, is featured in the online crochet magazine Crochet Uncut. I made this scarf and decided to use it as a shawl for one of my dolls. But, if you have long hair, you'll definitely want to crochet this simple head scarf.

Sweet Soap Sachet

2009-03-07T15:48:00.003-07:00

Sweet Soap Sachet was crocheted by Sherrie E. The free pattern was designed by Kathy North and is available at piece-by-piece.net .

Popular Beanie Pattern now in 4 sizes!

2009-02-19T13:47:00.002-07:00

Knit Hat by Kathy North of Designs by KN has just re-written her most popular hat pattern. It is now written to accomodate 4 sizes. This knit hat pattern is now for everyone! It is still a free pattern distributed by piece-by-piece.net .

Chunky Stripe Scarf

2008-12-08T21:38:00.002-07:00

Just finished crocheting Kathy North's free pattern: Chunky Stripe Scarf . I used Jo-Ann's Sensations Black/White Angel Hair yarn. Also, since pom-poms are "in", I added pom-poms to the scarf's edging.

Happy Crab Pet Toy

2008-12-08T16:44:00.002-07:00

Congratulations to Kathy North for being the winner of the Elmore-Pisgah Designers' Contest: "Christmas for Our Pets on Ravelry: Peaches & Creme™ Group 2008". Happy Crab Pet Toy pattern is now available on the official Elmore-Pisgah (Peaches & Creme) web site.

Pair of completed socks

2008-12-04T14:06:00.002-07:00

Just finished knitting the 2nd sock in this pair. The socks are from the same yarn dye lots and I started each at the beginning of the skein. But, look at the difference. Kinda neat how that works with hand-knitted socks.

Snug Hugs for Kids in IL.

2008-12-02T12:26:00.000-07:00

This Fall, I've been knitting and crocheting donations for Snug Hugs for Kids in IL. Each year, Snug Hugs for Kids helps 40,000+ children and families in IL. Today, I mailed 36 hats and 11 scarves to this charity. Hope these items help keep a few kids warm, this winter.

Twist Mitts -- New Free Pattern

2008-11-25T14:14:00.003-07:00

Twist Mitts

is a new, free knitting pattern by Kathy North. Now, you can knit mitts with the look of cable without using a cable needle!

Additional Options for Baby Blue Cloud pattern

2008-11-15T16:10:00.002-07:00

The Baby Blue Cloud hat pattern by Kathy North now has additional knitting options. The pattern has instructions for knitting a smaller cap and for giving the cap a Fair-Isle look to it.

Lacy Baby Hat pattern for preemies

2008-11-15T15:57:00.002-07:00

One of Kathy North's popular patterns, Lacy Baby Hat, is now available with instructions for knitting the hat for preemie sized babies. Please feel free to use the pattern to knit for your favorite charities or your favorite preemie.

How to Wind a Yarn Ball (with pictures) - wikiHow

2008-11-01T09:11:00.000-07:00

How to Wind a Yarn Ball (with pictures) - wikiHow

New Free Crochet Pattern!

2008-10-28T18:17:00.002-07:00

"Funny Face" Baby Hat
This is a new, free crochet pattern by Kathy North of Designs by KN. The pattern can be found here. You might have time to crochet this hat for your little goblin to wear on Halloween night!

Wholesale Orders available online!

2008-10-27T21:50:00.002-07:00

If you are a retail store that sells Kathy North's "Designs by KN" patterns, you'll be pleased to know that you can now order her patterns online!

A wholesale order form is available on piece-by-piece.net. Keep in mind, this form is for retail business store owners, who want to place an order for hard copies of Kathy's patterns.

Click here to place a Wholesale Order.

Baby Earflap Hat -- new pattern by Kathy North

2008-10-19T16:00:00.003-07:00

New this year is Kathy North's Baby Earflap knit pattern. The baby earflap hat will fit baby/toddler sized head. Kathy is offering this pattern free of charge in hopes that you will knit the earflap hat and donate it to a charity, such as Carewear.

New crochet & knit patterns on piece-by-piece.net

2008-10-17T15:16:00.011-07:00

Newest crochet & knit patterns by Kathy North, of Designs by KN, are on piece-by-piece.net.

Around The Town Beret $1.95

Lacy Shells and Bobbles Scarf & Hat Set $2.75

Sweet Soap or Sachet Bags Free

Baby Washcloth Free

My Grandmother's Slippers Free

COOS Socks Free

Multi-talented Moebius Scarf $1.01

Eyelet & Garter Scarf free

Burp cloths & Bibs

2008-10-17T15:00:00.003-07:00

I knitted these burp cloths & bibs using the patterns found in Mason-Dixon Knitting book.

Two knitted scarves

2008-10-17T14:26:00.005-07:00

First, I finished knitting this scarf. I used pink baby alpaca yarn. It is very soft. The pattern is One Row Handspun Scarf by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee. It is a short scarf that will fit nicely under a jacket.

Next, I knitted this large, fringed scarf. I knitted the garter stitch on size 19 needles and held two strands of yarn together.

Here I am wearing the scaf. Looks comfortable, doesn't it? (Yes, this was a self-captured photo. I don't even look at the camera when I'm the one taking the photo!)

How to Prepare Plastic Bags for Knitting or Crochet

2008-10-14T22:38:00.000-07:00

How to Prepare Plastic Bags for Knitting or Crochet

from wikiHow - The How to Manual That You Can Edit

If you have decided to knit or crochet a bag from plastic bags, you'll need to know how to prepare the plastic bag first. This article demonstrates how to create the ribbon of plastic needed for creating the "plastic yarn" that you can use for knitting or crocheting your new bag.

Steps

Trim the bottom seam from the bag.
Unfold as much of the bag as possible. Flatten it out.
Fold the bag not quite in half widthwise (with the fold perpendicular to the seam you cut off). Let one of the edges stick out about 1 inch/2.5 cm. Fold the part you already folded in half, repeating until the folded part is also about 1 inch/2.5 cm wide.
Cut off the handles.
About every inch/2.5 cm, cut the folded part of the bag with vertical slits. Make sure you cut all the way through the folded part, but try not to cut into the unfolded part of the bag.
Grab the unfolded part of the bag, and shake gently. The folded part will unroll into a fringe.
Open up the unfolded part of the bag and spread flat.
Make a cut from the center (widthwise) of the unfolded part to the nearest cut, diagonally.
Keep cutting across the unfolded part, diagonally, connecting the different cuts.
The last cut will be similar to the first, finishing in the center, widthwise, of the unfolded part. Now you have turned the plastic bag into a single long, thin, plastic ribbon. Roll it into a ball and knit something.

Tips

Consider using different color bags to make rainbow effects.

Warnings

Beware of cat. Claws and plastic bag yarn don't mix.

Things You'll Need

Plastic bags
Scissors
Pattern for knitting or crocheting bag

Related wikiHows

Sources and Citations

Original source of article from Pie and Coffee, How to Knit a Plastic Bag, shared under the creative commons sharealike licence.

Article provided by wikiHow, a collaborative writing project to build the world's largest, highest quality how-to manual. Please edit this article and find author credits at the original wikiHow article on How to Prepare Plastic Bags for Knitting or Crochet. All content on wikiHow can be shared under a Creative Commons license.

Finished knitting Violet Cloud Shawl

2008-09-23T22:04:00.003-07:00

Violet Cloud Shawl is a pattern designed by Kathy North. I purchased some Noro Blossom yarn for 1/2 price and knew it would be perfect for this shawl pattern. Just completed it tonight. It will be so warm to wear this winter.

Crochet & Knit items completed in the past 2 weeks

2008-08-24T15:32:00.004-07:00

During the Olympics, I was a member of Team Charity for the Ravelympics. I started and finished 25 knit or crocheted items during the 2008 Olympics in Bejing, China. A slideshow of the items can be seen above. I'll be donating the hats and scarves to Snug Hugs for Kids in Chicago, IL.

Hats off to summer!!!

2008-08-20T15:20:00.001-07:00

HATS OFF TO SUMMER!!!

Now through Labor Day,
all hat patterns, on piece-by-piece.net,
are on sale for
$1.50 each.

No shipping costs, as all patterns are delivered right to your Inbox!

Start knitting and crocheting your
Fall/Winter hats, today!!!

Here's a quick list of all the hat patterns that are on piece-by-piece.net:

Crochet Hat Patterns
Knit Hat Patterns
Double-Double Crochet Hat (free)
Chunky Stripe (free)
Burly Twirly Scarf & Hat Set
Mesh Cap (free)
Ear Sweater (free)
Festive Occasion Crochet Hats
Felted Fashion Beret
Crochet Hat designed for military charities (free)
Cat and Hat Beanie - Adult/Teen (child)
Chunky Bucket Hat
Jumbo Rib Hat
Kathy's Cross-Stitch Hat in 3 sizes!
Corkscrew Hat
V-Stitch & Shell Cap

Knit Hat designed for military charities (free)
Festive Occasion Knit Hats
MOSS ROCK LACE SCARF & HAT SET
Cool Warm Hats in a choice of weights
Ear Sweaters
Chic Hat & Scarf Set
Tweed-Look Pom Hat
Acorn Bobble Hat

Click here to go directly to piece-by-piece.net to see the Hats Off To Summer deals!

Yet another "Go Green" Lacy Shells Bag

2008-07-30T07:26:00.003-07:00

What do you know! I crocheted another "Go Green" Lacy Shells Bag, yesterday. With this bag, I crocheted larger handles. These handles are 8 stitches across and 30 rows long. Doesn't make the bag look as lacy and pretty but I think these handles might be a bit stronger.

I crocheted this bag with Queensland Collection Soft Wave yarn. I don't really like this yarn because it breaks easily. Have to be careful not to pull very hard or else! But, I bought the yarn 1/2 off, so I can't complain too much.

If you haven't yet bought this $1.01 pattern, you should buy it. I plan on making more of these and giving them as Christmas gifts. Really quick, easy, pretty and something everyone can use.

The World's Biggest Sock

2008-07-26T14:19:00.005-07:00

Today, A Knitted Peace began hosting the World's Biggest Sock knitting event. The World's Biggest Sock arrived in a medium-sized box. Surely the World's Biggest Sock wasn't so big. Or, was it? Click here to see Sherrie's slideshow of today's World's Biggest Sock event.

Thinking of You Lapghan -- In Memory of Kathy's Aunt

2008-07-23T12:46:00.005-07:00

Thinking of You Lapghan was originally designed by Kathy North and given to her aunt, as a gift. Kathy would like the gift-giving tradition, associated with the "Thinking of You Lapghan", to continue.

"Thinking of You Lapghan": 1 of 101 ways to show someone you care! In loving memory of a dear aunt who passed away this week, this crochet afghan pattern is now available at the special price of $1.01. Thinking of someone? Share the love with a gift of this comfortghan." -- Kathy

Shaded Collar

2008-07-16T19:49:00.003-07:00

Just finished knitted this shaded collar. Very quick and easy pattern designed by Kathy North. I used Patons Shetland Chunky Tweed yarn. (Love the softness of this bulky yarn.) Completing the collar took just over one skein of this yarn.

The collar is knitted but is completed with a 2 round crocheted edging. I think this will be very pretty over a mock turtle neck shirt, this winter.

Purchase the pattern for $1.01 from the piece-by-piece.net web site.

Click here to purchase the pattern: Shaded Collar

My favorite new pattern by Kathy North

2008-07-14T09:52:00.007-07:00

Just made these three "Go Green" Lacy Shells Bags over the past couple of days. They are so quick to crochet. If you are like me and have lots of crochet thread, you'll quickly get through 2 spools of thread while crocheting a beautiful tote bag.

I've give the pink tote bags to my nieces. Using the green bag as a tote for my groceries.

Do your thing for the earth and "go green" with this tote bag. The "Go Green" Lacy Shells Bags crochet pattern is available for $1.01 on piece-by-piece.net. The pattern was very recently designed by Kathy North of Designs by KN.

Yarn Inspector

2008-06-28T20:58:00.002-07:00

Maggie inspected the Ultra Alpaca yarn that I bought at the garage sale. Could she have sensed the Alpaca in the yarn? Or, perhaps she thought it looked like a powder puff puppy.

My kind of garage sale!

2008-06-28T20:33:00.010-07:00

This morning, Suzie and I went to a garage sale that I had read about on Ravelry. A lady was selling yarn to raise money for her charity "Blankets for Deployed Dads". Every skein of yarn was $1.00. As you can see by the photo, I found about 40 skeins of yarn that I just had to have!

Suzie was such a well-behaved garage sale shopper, that I rewarded her by knitting this dog collar, today. It is a knitted collar with a crocheted bell ruffle. I think Suzie likes it a lot more than she's letting on in these photos.

Patriotic Mini-Sock Pin - Free Knit Pattern

2008-06-27T18:09:00.004-07:00

Patriotic Mini-Sock Pin

Just a reminder, piece-by-piece.net has a wonderful free knit pattern that is perfect for July 4th. It is the Patriotic Mini-Sock Pin pattern by Kathy North.

Knitted Vest finished

2008-06-27T17:44:00.003-07:00

Started knitting this garter vest in April. Then, had a two month lay-off due from the project. Just finished it last evening. The pattern is found in this summer's Tahki Stacey Charles collection pattern book. The yarn is Queensland 100% Cotton. As you can see, I added a 3 row crocheted edging along the bottom of the vest. I'd say some bunny wanted to cuddle in the vest. (Thanks, Maggie, for bringing me the bunny toy while I was taking the picture.)

More new patterns on piece-by-piece.net

2008-06-23T08:05:00.007-07:00

More patterns are now available on piece-by-piece.net . All patterns are designed by Kathy North of Designs by KN. Because these are always the most popular, let's start with the new free patterns!

Men's Fingerless Mitts. Can you believe that this pattern is free? We always need something to knit to give a man and here's just the best fingerless mitt pattern around. Size: To fit man’s hand (large)–approx. 9-1/2" around hand and 9-1/2" from cuff to top 200 yds. Gauge: approx. 5 sts = 1" on size 6 ndls.

Chunk-A-Block Scarf
This is a knit pattern. Skill level: Easy. Size: Approx. 5-1/2" wide x 62" long.

Garter & Stockinette Scarf This is another knit pattern. Skill level: Easy. Size: Approx. 4" x 36".

Knited Elf Doll. Skill level: Easy.
Size: approx. 6-1/2" tall.

We also have some new "for sale" patterns by Kathy North. These are inexpensive and well-worth the price. Support your knitting & crochet pattern designers by buying a pattern from them!

Stunning Sampler Scarf. Knit pattern. A good starter scarf pattern for learning basic knit stitches in sequence!
Skill level: Beginner/Easy. Size: Approx. 5-1/4" x 70". Price: $2.25

Holiday Christmas Decorations. Knit patterns. Colorful tree ornaments or package tie-ons:
stocking, hat, tree, candy cane, and sweater. Skill Level: Easy. Finished Size: Approx. 2-1/2" to 3-1/2" long. Price for all 5 patterns: $3.50

Stained Glass Felted Bag. Knit pattern. Skill level: Intermediate. Size before felting: Full-size bag: approx. 18" w. x 20" h. Half-size bag: approx. 11" w. x 10" h. Finished size after felting:
Full-size bag: approx. 12" w. x 12" h. Half-size bag: approx. 6" w. x 6" h. Price: $4.00

One new Crochet pattern, today.

Cozy Mohair Wrap. Crochet Pattern. Skill Level: Beginner-Easy. Finished size: Approx. 16-1/2” wide x 51” long (excluding fringe). Price: $3.50.

Today's new, free crochet pattern

2008-06-20T15:30:00.002-07:00

Liquid Gold Chain Mesh Scarf is the newest free crochet pattern available on piece-by-piece.net . Quick & easy pattern that will please all the ladies on your gift list this Christmas.

Kathy North & Nicky Epstein: Designers Meet!

2008-06-20T09:07:00.007-07:00

Kathy North and Nicky Epstein share one very special thing in common. They share a photo spread in the Spring/Summer 2008 Knit.1 magazine. Kathy's bandana with flower embellishments is on the left page and Nicky Epstein's sweater with flower embellishments is on the right page.

Yesterday, Kathy and Nicky were able to meet one another, as Nicky was having a lecture and book signing event at Showers of Flowers Yarn Shop in Lakewood, CO.

You'll want to see all the photos that Sherrie & Kathy took of Nicky at the event. Click here to enjoy the slideshow.

3 more patterns added to piece-by-piece.net

2008-06-17T17:59:00.005-07:00

Free crochet pattern: Cushy Pet Pad

Free crochet pattern: Blue Bug Bookmark

Crochet Pattern, .pdf format, $3.75: Crocheted Christmas Ornaments

New free dishcloth crochet pattern

2008-06-16T22:38:00.003-07:00

My Fave Dishcloth is the newest free crochet pattern by Kathy North on the piece-by-piece.net web site. Hope this pattern becomes your fave, too!

String Along Scarf/Shawlette -- new pattern

2008-06-16T21:52:00.005-07:00

Newest pattern by Kathy North, distributed by piece-by-piece is "String Along Scarf/Shawlette". It is a crochet pattern, which is available in .pdf. Delivered right to your inbox! PayPal is accepted. Purchase the pattern for $3.00.

Dishcloth Soap Dresses

2008-05-05T09:24:00.002-07:00

I crocheted these three dishcloths for exchanges. The Dishcloth Dress pattern is in Crochet World, June 2008. It was designed by Melissa Bennett. This is a dishcloth. Between dish washings, you hang the dress over your liquid soap bottle.

My newest toys

2008-04-29T14:46:00.004-07:00

Here are my newest toys. The large bamboo toy is a yarn swift. It was made in Sweden. The smaller toy is a Royal Ball Winder. So, I can now put hanks or skeins of yarn on the swift and wind the yarn into a ball on the ball winder. Doesn't think sound like fun???

Tea Party Cake amigurumi

2008-04-26T15:25:00.002-07:00

Today, I crocheted this little amigurumi tea party cake. It is my own design. Probably "inspired" by other little cakes that I've seen designed by others.

I used Dazzleaire white yarn for the cake. The cake's trim was crocheted using Lamb's Pride Worsted Weight yarn in the color pink.

Mr. Pretzel -- Amigurumi Crochet

2008-04-25T13:10:00.006-07:00

My latest amigurumi crochet project was a preztel. The pattern is by Denise Ferguson. I just couldn't resist crocheting a pretzel when I saw this Iceland yarn at Showers of Flowers yarn shop on Monday. Doesn't this yarn beg to be crocheted into a multi-grained, salted pretzel??

Dishcloth from Jean

2008-04-23T18:55:00.003-07:00

Today, I received this pretty dishcloth from my friend, Jean, from Canada. Yes, it is a pair of britches for my dishes! Here's the note that Jean sent with the dishcloth:

"Now don't get excited. Don't be misled. These aren't for you, but your dishes instead. Just pull on the bow. Take out the stitches. You've gained 2 dishcloths and lost your britches."

Thanks, Jean!!

A crocheted sandwich cookie

2008-04-21T15:28:00.002-07:00

Saturday, I crocheted this sandwich cookie. The amigurumi crochet pattern can be found in the book Amigurumi by Elisabeth Doherty. Hope to crochet more with a variety of sandwich filling colors.

Wow! Look at the size of the ice cream cone!

2008-04-21T15:23:00.002-07:00

This pattern is free and online. It is offered by Blah, Blah, Blahhhg. I used Red Heart Super Saver yarn in the color gold for the cone. The huge ice cream scoop was crocheted using Lion Brand's yarn Watercolors. It was a very quick project.

Have a crocheted Dilly Bar!

2008-04-21T15:18:00.003-07:00

Pouty Face must have wanted a Buster Bar but he ended up with a DQ Dilly Bar. When I crocheted the ice cream treat, I wanted an oreo cookie. The marshmellow middle just grew and grew. So, a stick was added and Pouty Face got to hold a DQ Dilly Bar.

Side-to-Side Garter Stitch Vest -- WIP

2008-04-15T14:30:00.004-07:00

My newest WIP (work in progress) is the side-to-side garter stitch vest. It is found in the Terra Collection leaflet from Tahki Yarns. This little $11.25 leaflet has so many nice knitting projects in it. I'd highly recommend it.

I am knitting the vest using Queensland Collection Softwave.

So far, no glitches on this project. That's hard to believe, isn't it??

Shoulder Scarf

2008-04-14T13:14:00.003-07:00

I realize this doesn't look much like Kathy's pattern but I followed the pattern instructions to knit the Sugar & Spice Shoulder Scarf. I used one strand of Tahki Trio ribbon yarn and one strand of Lion Brand Cotton-Ease yarn. Instead of adding fringe, I crocheted a sc, chain 3 in every other row. Lastly, I crocheted two 50 chains and made ties. As always, Kathy's pattern was easy-to-follow and made me feel like I knew what I was doing!

Kathy North is published again!!

2008-04-10T14:58:00.002-07:00

Time to congratulate Kathy North for having another pattern published in Knit.1 magazine. Kathy's crochet Kerchief pattern is available online, free from Knit.1 . Kerchief by Kathy North

Crochet Baby Shower Gifts

2008-04-08T14:12:00.002-07:00

A long-time crochet friend online has a wonderful daughter, who is expecting her first child. When Mary told me about Summer's baby shower, I just had to crochet something to give Summer. I chose to crochet the pattern Spring Snow Shawl designed by Kathy North. I used Bernat's Ping Pong yarn.

Don't you think the shawl looks nice on Summer?

In addition, I crocheted a Baby Boy Face washcloth. The pattern is found in a 2001 Annie's Favorite Crochet magazine. It is designed by Gloria Graham. The pattern is for a girl's face. I changed the bonnet color from pink to blue and changed the hair color from yellow to brown. I considered crocheting two long chains to be used as ties. That would make the washcloth into a bib. But, I didn't get around to doing that, so it remains a washcloth.

Best wishes to Summer and Kenny and to grandma Mary.

Dishcloth Exchange

2008-04-05T08:16:00.002-07:00

This is a photo of the dishcloth that I sent to Brenda in the dishcloth exchange. The pattern is from the Leisure Arts Leaflet Contest Favorites Dishcloths. It is pattern #6 designed by Gloria Graham.

Spring Snow Shawl crocheted with Jewel Yarn

2008-04-04T21:11:00.003-07:00

Just completed my second Spring Snow Shawl. I used Jewel yarn by Universal Yarns. It is a mohair blend yarn.

The pattern is designed by Kathy North and it is a crochet pattern!!!! The pattern is available in .pdf format for $2.50. This shawl is so quick and so easy but so pretty. I hope to make it again and again in all sorts of yarns and colorways. I think it is one of my favorite Kathy North patterns.

Any new patterns today on piece-by-piece.net?

2008-04-03T15:35:00.003-07:00

Thanks for asking!
Yes, there are several new patterns on piece-by-piece.net, today.

Easy Crochet Poncho

Bells & Shells Christmas Stocking

Easy Knit Vest in 5 sizes

Toddler Pinafore Dress

Kiddie Socks (crochet)

Easy Knit Poncho

2008-04-02T16:00:00.002-07:00

Need to knit something to wear that isn't complicated? Try the Easy Knit Poncho by Kathy North of Designs by KN. Perfect outdoor wear for chilly Spring evening walks.

Purchase the pattern here.

Pigtail Top-Knot Baby Hat Pattern

2008-04-02T15:10:00.002-07:00

The Pigtail Top-Knot Baby Hat Pattern is now available in both knit and crochet instructions. You can find the Pigtail Top-Knot Baby Hat Pattern online in the piece-by-piece.net $0.99 cent store. The pattern is designed by Kathy North of Designs by KN. Click here to purchase!

Lacy Fans Shawl & Spring Snow Shawl patterns

2008-03-23T22:00:00.003-07:00

Two new crochet patterns are now available on piece-by-piece.net . Both patterns are designed by Kathy North of Designs by KN.

First of all, there is the easy, but lovely, crochet pattern for Spring Snow Shawl. This pattern, available online by .pdf, sells for $2.50.

Next, is the excellent spring/summer shawl crochet pattern, Lacy Fans Shawl. This pattern, available online by .pdf, sells for $3.00.

Crocheted Doll Shrug

2008-03-22T11:46:00.003-07:00

Using Trendsetter's Skye yarn, I crocheted this doll shrug. It is my own pattern and I'll be putting it on http://www.piece-by-piece.net/ , soon. The doll is a Zapf doll.

Blueowl's Blog: Baby items for Lil' Troopers

2008-03-22T09:38:00.000-07:00

Blueowl's Blog: Baby items for Lil' Troopers

Be sure to read about Marie's baby items for Lil' Troopers. She has a fantastic suggestion on a rotary blade that cuts holes into items that need crocheted edgings.

Finished the scarf for Jessica

2008-03-20T15:11:00.003-07:00

Just finished this scarf to give to Jessica for Easter. It is crocheted with Paris Nights by Ironstone Yarns. The pattern is from "Hooked-on-Scarves". I used a D hook, which was probably crazy to do. But, I think it is pretty in person, anyway.

Can you believe it? More new patterns!!!!

2008-03-19T18:00:00.005-07:00

Can you believe it? More new patterns on piece-by-piece.net . You'll enjoy these, I know! They are all designed by Kathy North of Designs by KN.

Acorn Bobble Hat

Little Baby Crochet Filet Set

Dream Shawl

Birds of a Feather « BitterSweet

2008-03-16T23:38:00.000-07:00

Birds of a Feather « BitterSweet

What cute little birds!! Crochet them for Easter baskets. Very colorful.

New Patterns on piece-by-piece.net

2008-03-14T20:10:00.004-07:00

New patterns on piece-by-piece.net

V-Stitch & Shell Cap. Crochet pattern. Designed by Kathy North. Price: $2.00.

Violet Cloud Shawl. Knit pattern. Designed by Kathy North. Price: $2.50

Pine Tree and Apple Dishcloths. Knit dishcloth patterns by Kathy North. Two patterns for .99.

New Arrival Baby Set. Crochet patterns by Kathy North. FREE patterns.

Corkscrew Hat. Crochet pattern by Kathy North. Price: $2.00

Paris Nights Crocheted Scarf

2008-03-11T16:28:00.001-07:00

I'm enjoying crocheting this scarf. I am using a D Hook and using Ironstone's Paris Nights yarn. The pattern is from "Hooked on Scarves" and is called "Peaches & Cream".

Year Round Neck Scarf

2008-03-06T17:38:00.002-07:00

The Year Round Neck Scarf is now available on piece-by-piece. This Kathy North pattern is written in both crochet & knit versions. Two patterns for the price of one @ $2.25.

Kathy suggests:

Spring/summer version: use textured cotton-blend novelties
Fall/winter version: use soft, fuzzy yarn together with soft novelty ribbon

Another SOS Scarf

2008-03-05T13:40:00.002-07:00

Above, are two photo clips of the SOS Scarf that I'm knitting today. This scarf is being knitted with one strand of Paris Nights and one strand of size 20 DMC crochet thread. Not as lacy but I think it is prettier.

Crocheted Simple Mat Dishcloth

2008-03-04T13:58:00.003-07:00

This is the dishcloth that I sent to Jenny in the dishcloth exchange. I tried to use Easter colors for the dishcloth. The crochet pattern is by Kathy North. It is called Simple Mat Dishcloth. Best of all, the pattern is free!

Completed S.O.S. Scarf

2008-03-04T13:48:00.003-07:00

Hard to photograph but fun to knit! I just completed my first-ever knitted lace project. It is the S.O.S. Scarf (short for "Special Occasion Scarf"). I knitted the scarf using "Paris Nights" by Ironstone Yarns. The color is number 30.

I would highly recommend this pattern for beginners or anyone wanting to quickly knit a lovely scarf for a special occasion.

Yarn + Live + Fun | Spring 2008 | Knit Simple Magazine

2008-03-03T20:51:00.001-07:00

Yarn + Live + Fun | Spring 2008 | Knit Simple Magazine

The newest Knit Simple magazine is for sale on shelves everywhere!! I just purchased my copy on Saturday. Anyway, Kathy North of Designs by KN has another one of her specialty hat designs published in this magazine. It's an adorable, lacy sun hat. The pattern is written for crocheters!!! :)

Happy me at the yarn shop!

2008-03-03T20:39:00.004-07:00

This photo was taken Friday at String Boutique. I was attending Knitting Club/class and the class leader took my photo. Everyone in the club is knitting a Debbie Bliss cardigan called Kirsty.

New patterns on piece-by-piece.net

2008-03-03T20:31:00.002-07:00

There are 10 new patterns on the piece-by-piece.net web site. 5 new crochet patterns and 5 new knit patterns.

Crochet a Candy Corn Pet Sweater! » Curbly | DIY Design Community « Keywords: candy_corn, pet_sweater, crochet

2008-02-27T10:30:00.000-07:00

Crochet a Candy Corn Pet Sweater! » Curbly | DIY Design Community « Keywords: candy_corn, pet_sweater, crochet

This is either a little late for Halloween or a little early. But, sure is cute and looks like a simple pattern to crochet.

Lion Brand Fashion Show

2008-02-27T10:02:00.002-07:00

Ahhh...refreshing. A new year of marvelous fashions to knit and crochet from Lion Brand. Just how refreshing? You tell me! Take a look at the photos from the Lion Brand Fashion Show.

Abbreviation pages added to the web site

2008-02-26T09:33:00.003-07:00

If you are in need of a crochet or knitting abbreviations cheat sheet, be sure to see the two new pages on my web site. Crochet Abbreviations and Knitting Abbreviations. These will come in handy, as you work on the patterns found on piece-by-piece.net .

Dishcloth from Jenny

2008-02-24T23:30:00.002-07:00

I received a bright, variegated pink colors dishcloth from Jenny. It makes me think of the colors of painted Easter eggs. The dishcloth matches my kitchen perfectly. Right now, the dishcloth serves as a doily under a vase of pastel pink roses.

Doily crocheted by Winnie

2008-02-24T23:24:00.003-07:00

I'm pleased to have received this elegant and finely crocheted pineapple doily from Winnie. She sent it to me in the Little Crochet Extra Exchange. I'd have to say this is way beyond anything little or "just extra". Wouldn't you agree? It is extra special. Thanks, Winnie!

What pattern is On Sale this week??

2008-02-24T23:09:00.003-07:00

Knit this Shawl now and wear on Easter. Or, get started knitting your Mother's Day Gift, today!

Something Special Wrap
by
Kathy North!
-- available in .pdf format. No shipping involved.

Regular Price - $3.00
On Sale this week only - $2.50
(02/24/08 - 03/02/08)

Click HERE to View Pattern Details or Buy the Pattern.

Something Special Wrap is a knit pattern designed by Kathy North of Designs by KN. (c) 2008

Two new crochet patterns added today!

2008-02-20T15:03:00.004-07:00

Jumbo Rib Hat
$2.00

Cross Country Shawl
$3.00

Two new free patterns on piece-by-piece.net

2008-02-19T16:52:00.003-07:00

Lacy Baby Knit Hat

Ear Sweaters in crochet and knit

This week's pattern special

2008-02-19T12:25:00.003-07:00

What's this week's pattern special?

Brand New

by

Kathy North!

Three sizes-- one pattern!

Yarn Bowl Bags crochet pattern.

Regular Price - $2.50

On Sale this week only - $2.25 (02/17/08 - 02/24/08)

Click here to purchase this pattern.

Yarn Bowl Bag

2008-02-13T18:44:00.003-07:00

My new, favorite crochet pattern is Yarn Bowl Bag by Kathy North. The pattern sells for $2.50, in pdf format, on piece-by-piece.net. Click here, if you'd like to buy the pattern. At least go to that page and see Kathy's photos of her Yarn Bowl Bag. Very colorful!

Below are photos of the two bags that I've made so far.

The green bag was sent to a crochet exchange partner. The bag is crocheted with Bernat's Soft Boucle and Sugar 'n' Cream yarn.

The pink bag was crocheted with Artful Yarns Pastry and Tweedy Cotton Classic by Tahki.Stacy Charles, Inc. I used ribbon to create the drawstrings.

January dishcloth exchange

2008-02-09T15:24:00.000-07:00

Each month, I am involved in a crocheted dishcloth exchange. Here is a photo of the dishcloth that I mailed to my January crochet exchange partner.

Look at the beautiful, festive Valentine's Day dishcloth that I received in exchange!

Slideshow for the Thick & Quick Crochet & Knit Handbag

2008-02-08T19:07:00.000-07:00

Slideshow for the Thick & Quick Crochet & Knit Handbag has now been posted on the piece-by-piece.net web site. Take a look at the close-ups of this easy-to-crochet & knit handbag.

Thick & Quick Crochet & Knit Handbag pattern

2008-02-08T09:59:00.000-07:00

The pattern for my Thick & Quick Crochet & Knit Handbag is now available. It is a free pattern found on my web site.

Thick & Quick Crochet & Knit Handbag

My own knit & crochet tote bag

2008-02-05T08:21:00.000-07:00

Worked on creating this tote bag over the weekend. The body of the tote bag is knitted. The edging and handle are crocheted. I also lined the tote bag. Hope to have this pattern on my web site today or tomorrow. The yarn is Lion Brand's Wool-Ease Thick and Chunky.

Kathy's Fake Argyle Scarf slideshow

2008-01-31T14:06:00.000-07:00

My squiggle scarf

2008-01-30T16:36:00.000-07:00

I knitted this scarf using Kathy North's FREE pattern "Icicles & Gumdrop Scarf". I used one strand of Crystal Palace Squiggle yarn and 1 strand of Gedifra California poly-cotton blend yarn (I love this yarn!).

String's Winter/Spring 2008 Class Schedule

2008-01-29T09:00:00.000-07:00

String's Winter/Spring 2008 Class Schedule

Anyone in Colorado, who wants to take a knitting or crochet class, String just posted their Spring Class Schedule. What sounds fun to you? Felting, maybe??

Index of all new patterns on my web site --free & for sale

2008-01-26T16:56:00.000-07:00

The following patterns are all designed by Kathy North. All the patterns have been put on my web site within the last week.

New, free knitting patterns:
Red Wheel Rainbow Windows Scarf
Icicle & Gumdrops Scarf
Ballet-Style Slippers
Patriotic Mini-Sock Pin

New, knitting patterns for sale:
Checker Stripe Scarf
Festive Occasion Knit Hats
Fifteen-fifteen Novelty Scarf
Furry Scarf & Little Bag Set
Easy Knit Tee in 5 sizes
Bunny Capelet
Simple Drop-Stitch Tank Top

New, free crochet patterns:
Simple Crochet Dishcloth or Mat
Simple Beaded Scrunchie
Simple Crocheted Scarf for Teens and Adults
Little Crochet Bag
Little Black Bag

New, crochet patterns for sale:
Mini-Tote
Bucket Bag or Hat
Crochet Tote Bag
Cat and Hat Beanie Adult/Teen/Child
Kathy's Cross-Stitch Hat in three sizes
Festive Occasion Crochet Hats
Fabulous Felted Pillow Cover

My bucket bag

2008-01-25T22:14:00.000-07:00

Crocheted Kathy North's Bucket Bag pattern using Berroco Love It yarn. Bought the yarn for 1/2 price at A Knitted Peace. The yarn is 58% cotton, 38% acrylic and 4% polyester. Good yarn for crocheting a tote bag.