Schnee by Melanie Berg

Evoking hushed drifts of fresh snow (Schnee, in German), this heavenly soft shawl adds a touch of elegance to any outfit.

The two halves of the rectangular shawl are individually knit on the bias, then joined together with a 3-needle bind-off. The shawl’s stripes come from alternating rows of silk mohair held alone and silk mohair held with another merino yarn. Absolutely gorgeous.

We recommend Ito Sensai for the silk mohair and Ito Kosho for the merino

Gauge is 20 sts x 34 rows to 4 inches in pattern blocked on size US 3 needles

Quinn Hat by Moonstruck Knits

Meet Quinn, the ultimate canvas for your creative flair! 
This versatile project is like a treasure trove of endless color possibilities, waiting to be explored by your imagination. With two available sizes and a choice between three or five colors, Quinn’s elegant yet straightforward colorwork pattern turns every stitch into a delightful palette of your own design.

We recommend Coates & Co. Prairie Sock Yarn (you can get mini skeins here.) or Önling No. 2

Gauge is 22 sts x 30 rows to 4 inches in stranded colorwork on size US 5 needles

Pattern is available in 2 sizes.

Grandma’s Quilt Socks by Ashley R Adams

We just fell in love with this newly released pattern! A simplistic but super fun touch of colorwork and we just thought the reference to quilt blocks was so clever and cute.

We recommend Coates & Co. Prairie Sock Yarn. You will need 3 colors and you can get mini skeins here.

Gauge is 17 sts x 21 rows to 2 inches on US 1 needles

Pattern is available in 3 sizes.

Meadow Lace Scarf by Evelyn A. Clark

This has been in our favorites for so long. A classic triangle shawl made so much more fun by the additions of garter stitch and a simple floral lace motif. A great beginner lace project and a fabulous way to use some beautiful cashmere yarns!! How beautiful would this be made with the slightly tweedy Ito Karei Cashmere?

We recommend Cardiff Cashmere Small, Ito Karei, or Trendsetter Spirit for this project. Any option would be gorgeous. You will need 220 yards of fingering weight yarn.

Gauge is 22 sts to 4 inches in stockinette stitch on US 4 needles.

Shawl is approximately 13 inches deep x 32 inches wide when finished.

Skylar Shawl Scarf by Rastus Hsu

Would you just look at this gorgeous piece?! The colorwork is so simple yet so beautiful and the finished piece is definitely a shawl to treasure. We think it would be absolutely perfect made with Ito Kosho held with Ito Sensai.

We recommend Ito Kosho held with Ito Sensai or Önling No. 2

Gauge is 24 sts x 47 rows in pattern on size US 6 needles

Pattern is one size.

Garter Breeze by Stephen West

Lily made this last year using Illimani Sabri as the base and Ito Shio held triple for the border and it came out wonderfully. The cotton and alpaca blend of Sabri makes it the perfect weight for any season and soft as can be. She opted for using a solid color but it’s a great pattern to have fun with. It’s also a great pattern to learn and practice the German Short Row method!

We recommend Illimani Sabri for the main body and Ito Shio for the border (one cone is enough for the edge you just have to wind it into 3 little balls).

Gauge is: 20 sts x 52 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch on size US 6 needles.

Pattern is available in 3 sizes and you will need approximately 1200 yards of fingering weight yarn.

Karo Shawl by Julia Wilkens

This shawl is such a great design with the interplay between the grid and the knit garter stitch base. It’s stunning to look at and would be so much fun to wear. It is also such a great size. When made with a lovely yarn we think it would be hard to take it off.

We recommend using Cardiff Cashmere Classic for that beautiful feel and softness. Ito Kosho held with Ito Sensai for a subtle halo, or Isager Alpaca 2 for a slightly more rustic look but no less beautiful.

Gauge: 20 stitches x 48 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch on US 2 1/2 needles

You will need approx 980 yards/900 meters of fingering weight yarn.

Winter’s Fern by Trin-Annelie

A perfect beginner color work pattern! Absolutely stunning design and so much fun to choose color combinations.

We recommend Blue Sky Woolstok for stunning color combinations and a great feeling finished hat or Önling No. 1 for a beautiful piece with a subtle halo.

Gauge is 19 sts x 24 rows to 4 inches on size US 7 needles.

Pattern is available in 3 sizes

Ovis Socks by the Petite Knitter

HOW CUTE ARE THESE!?!? Perfect simple color work design and have fun with matched or mis matched pairs.

We recommend either Isager Alpaca 2 or Isager Sock. If you want the gorgeous halo effect of the original opt to add a strand of Ito Sensai.

Gauge is 33 sts x 40 rows to 4 inches on size US 1 needles.

Pattern is available in 11 sizes.

Soft as a Cloud Cowl by Purl Soho

These are a fantastic project to make as a gift! Three variations of cables to choose from, simple to make, and a great one skein project. Lovely with cashmere (especially the new tweedy cashmere from Ito!).

We recommend Cardiff Cashmere Small, Ito Karei, or Isager Alpaca 1 held with Ito Sensai

Gauge is 31 sts x 42 rows to 4 inches in stockinette stitch on size US 2.5 needles.

You will need approximately 328 yards of fingering weight yarn.

Trellis Wrap by Purl Soho

This is a great project to highlight a special yarn. It’s a simple stitch to knit and it looks deceptively difficult and you end up with a really beautiful object to wear. Great for yarns that have a beautiful halo or sheen to them. Lily made her version on the left out of Önling and it is a delight to wear!

We recommend Illimani Santi with it’s beautiful quality from the fiber blend of yak and silk, or Önling No. 1 for more halo.

Gauge is 18 sts x 30 rows to 4 inches in pattern on size US 7 needles.

You will need approximately 940 yards of DK or sport weight yarn.

Subtle Interruption by Espace Tricot

Made with Ito Kosho held together with Ito Sensai, this shawl is just perfect. Lightweight, soft as can be, and so beautiful to wear. Simple to make, with gorgeous yarn & colors…we couldn’t be more enamored of this combination. Kosho comes in so many pretty colors the beautiful color combos are endless.

Gauge: 19 stitches x 36 rows to 4 inches on US 6 needles.

To make this shawl you will need: 670 yards of a fingering weight yarn.

Judith used 4 cones of Kosho in Snow Grey, and 3 skeins of Sensai in Snow Grey held together for the main color

And 1 cone Kosho in Pale Blue & 1 skein of Sensai in Pale Blue for the stripes

Finished measurements: 82 x 16 inches

Handwritten Wrap by Purl Soho

This wrap is made with a simple slip stitch repeat that makes small flecks and lines with the two different colors that mimics handwriting. It’s so beautiful when it’s knit up and Lily is working on one using Ito Kosho in the colors Angora and Charcoal. Two other great yarn suggestions are the Illimani Sabri which is a summer cotton blend or Isager Alpaca 2. Play with your color options as the pattern is so great for mixing two shades or even a subtle combination like Kosho in Angora and Light Grey would make a stunning finished piece.

The pattern comes in two sizes so make sure to double check the yardage you will need.

Gauge: 24 stitches x 36 rows to 4 inches on size US 9.

Bougie B Shawl by Espace Tricot

Neutral stripes make this such an impactful design for a simple project, as well as the little picot edge. So many color combination possibilities and it would be absolutely gorgeous in Isager Alpaca 2.

Gauge: 20 stitches x 40 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch on a size US 5 needle.

Approximately 1125 yards of fingering weight yarn needed.

Piper Hat by Yankee Knitter Designs

Made with a heavier weight yarn this is a perfect hat for a cold morning. We suggest either Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok or Isager Alpaca 3 plus choose a contrasting color and make a super cute pom pom topper. Pom pom makers available here as well as a video tutorial here.

Gauge: 3 stitches to 1 inch in stockinette stitch on size US 10.5 needles.

Pattern includes sizes baby through adult