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I have been designing hand knitting patterns professionally, since 1993 and self-publishing, since 1996.
Dozens of patterns have been designed for a variety of knitting publications, listed below, along with designer interviews.
My designs range from updated classic wearables to Nature-inspired whimsical baby blanket and home decor, to innovatively shaped cable knits.
ABOUT THE PATTERNS
Almost all my designs are knit on circular needles, either in the round or back and forth on circulars, as I aim for the least amount of finishing.
I try to make my patterns easy-to-follow, and any technique specific to that design is explained within the pattern, along with a complete abbreviations list for that pattern.
All color charts, and most cable and lace charts, are in COLOR. And line by line instructions are always included with charted designs.
ABOUT THE HAND KNITS
Designing hand knitting patterns doesn't leave one with much time for knitting! Most of designing involves math and computer time. I recently decided that I missed knitting, and with over 100 hand knitting patterns available, I decided I could take a little time to knit up a few of my most favorite designs, so that non-knitters, (or knitters in a rush to procure that special gift) can have a lovely item, handknit by the designer!
PATTERN WRITING SERVICE
I now offer a ghost writing service for other designers' patterns. See the pattern writing page for details.
PORTFOLIO
I do not have these back issues for sale, but, am listing them here, for your reference only.
Voyageur Press, edited by Kari Cornell
Winter Garden Hat and Mittens is enclosed in the collection,
Knitting Hats & Mittens from Around the World
34 heirloom Patterns in a Variety of Styles and Techniques
Edited by Kari Cornell
144 pgs, Hardcover
Voyageur Press, edited by Kari Cornell
Cowichan-Inspired Swallows & Ivy Wrap Cardigan is enclosed in the collection,
Knitting Sweaters from Around the World
18 heirloom Patterns in a Variety of Styles and Techniques
Edited by Kari Cornell
144 pgs, Hardcover
Voyageur Press, edited by Kari Cornell
Bohus-Style Peerie Socks is enclosed in the collection,
Knitting Socks from Around the World
25 Patterns in a Variety of Styles and Techniques
Edited by Kari Cornell
160 pgs, Hardcover
Nine Tips for Knitters is enclosed in BB's novel,
Casting Spells, 2008
Mini Stocking Cap is enclosed in BB's novel,
Spun by Sorcery, 2010
Baby's First Cardigan is enclosed in BB's novel,
Spells & Stitches, 2011
DRG/Annie's Attic/House of White Birches
Ruffled Blocks Baby Blanket is enclosed in the collection,
The Best From Annie's Attic A Year of Afghans
52 projects to keep you knitting every week of the year
Edited by Kara Gott Warner
128 pgs, Softcover
Pineapple Hearts is enclosed in the collection,
Simple Hip Knit Scarves
14 Easy Everyday Knits
Edited by Kara Gott Warner
48 pgs, Softcover
Knit 'n Style
Spring 2010 - Breath of Spring cardigan
Cast-On
Spring '96 (COVER)- Lace Sampler
Fall '96 - Evergreen (men's pullover)
Holiday '96 - Party Animals (bear ensembles)
Winter '96 (COVER) - Irish Shepherd (ladies' pullover)
Spring '97 - Sweet Nights (afghan)
Fall '97 (COVER) - Turkish Jacket (ladies)
Holiday '97 - Inside Squares (boys' pullover)
Winter '97 - Snowfall (men's cardigan)
Spring '98 - Navy Waves (ladies' pullover)
Summer '98 - Butterfly Lace (ladies' cardigan)
Fall '98 - Leaves on the Pond (men's pullover)
Winter '98 - Finlandia (ladies' pullover)
Winter '98 - Houndstooth Jacket (ladies)
Knitting Digest
Jan. '97 - Brick Walk Vest (men's)
July '97 - Dayflower Camisole (ladies)
July '97 - Ruffled Blocks Baby Blanket
July '97 - Lacy Summer Purse
Sept. '97 - (COVER) Rose Garden Afghan
Nov. '97 - Country Quilt Cardigan (ladies)
Nov. '97 - Christmas Booties (ladies)
Nov. '97 - Team Spirit Cardigan (girls)
Jan. '98 - Quick & Cozy Slipper Socks (ladies)
Mar. '98 - Rose Quilt Vest (ladies)
July '98 - Ribs and Cables Afghan
Nov. '98 - (COVER) Woods Jacket (ladies)
May '99 - Floral Embroidered Afghan
March 2000 - March Winds Afghan
March 2000 - Almost Aran Jacket
March 2000 - Strawberry Patch Cardigan & Hat
Jan. 2001 - Felted Crios Hat and Mittens
Jan. 2001 - Cabled Gansey Afghan
March 2001 - Tudor Afghan
Sept. 2001 - Folk Art Santas Christmas Stocking
House of White Birches
"Knitting Playtime Sweaters for Kids", booklet of Spinrite yarn designs, "Easy Stripes", pg. 8.
"The Complete Knitting Collection", Series #1 - Woven Plaid Afghan.
"The Complete Knitting Collection", Series #3 - Rose Point Twill Vest
"The Complete Knitting Collection", Series #17A - Houndstooth Vest & Skirt
"The Complete Knitting Collection", Series #19 - Lotus Tunic & Ribbed Skirt
"The Complete Knitting Collection", Series #20A - Bavarian Alps Lap Throw
"The Complete Knitting Collection", Series #22A - Winner's Choice Pullover
Baby Cables Bootie Socks - HOWB's "101 Knitting-to-Go Projects"
Edelweiss Winter Dress - HOWB's "101 Knitting-to-Go Projects"
Golden Ferns Counterpane Afghan & Pillow - HOWB's "101 Knitting-to-Go Projects"
Knitter's
Winter '95 - Blocks Meet Triangles (afghan)
Spring '96 (COVER) - Featherweight Fantasy (lace shawl)
Featherweight Fantasy is also enclosed in
The Best of Knitter's Magazine, Shawls and Scarves
Edited by Nancy J. Thomas
105 pgs, Softcover
Fall '96 - Sweatshirt Jacket (men's)
Family Circle Knitting
Fall '96 - Shawl-Collar Cardigan (men's)
Fall '96 - V-Neck Pullover (ladies)
Winter '97-98 - Aran Cabled Pillow
Interweave Knits
Summer '98 - Sassy Sacks
InKnitters
"Bi-Directional Construction of Socks", article in the Spring 2004 issue, Vol.3 No. 12
Bi-Directional Socks, pattern, in the same issue
Exclusive Designs for Amazing Threads
Approx. 10 designs n the 2002 Amazing Threads Folio
Hedera, '96
Renaissance Hat, '96 (Written up in the Poughkeepsie Journal newspaper, 9/24/96!)
Jabot, '96
Designer Interviews and Articles
Professional Knitwear Designer's Guild Newsletter, Designer Profile, 10/96
Professional Knitwear Designer's Guild Newsletter, Member Profile, 6/99
Knit Design Newletter, by Celeste Pinheiro, Vol 1 #1, Fall/Winter '98, Designer Profile
Herrschner's Craft Talk Newsletter, Summer/Fall '99, article: "Yoked Pullovers Made Easy" and "Meet Dawn Brocco, Designer"
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