The Summer Safari Collection

Eight DIY knitting and crochet safari-themed, comfortable, casual, and functional designs for spring garments and accessories.

Pattern Suites: February Blues

Discounted curated bundles of knit and crochet patterns with similar themes.

Pattern SuitesAlexandra TavelFebruary 15, 2020pattern suite, pattern bundle, discount patterns, shawl, scarf, sweater, joy, meditative, februaryComment

Pattern Suites: Snowed In

Discounted curated bundles of knit and crochet patterns with similar themes.

Pattern SuitesAlexandra TavelJanuary 27, 2020pattern suite, pattern bundle, bundle, bundle sale, discount patterns, trench coat, scarf, cable, learn to knit, learn to crochet, january, snowed in, poncho, goodie, hoodie, blanket Comment

Kensington Cable Wrap

Sport the ultimate sophisticated squish this season with the Kensington Cable Wrap! Chunky twisting cables weave throughout like ski slopes, accented with giant bobbles reminiscent of snowballs. Wear it open like a simple shawl or pass one end through the keyhole opening to keep it neatly positioned over your shoulders.

Free Patterns, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelJanuary 20, 2020cable knit, cables, bobbles, knit bobbles, keyhole, keyhole scarf, lion brand, wool ease, thick & quick, free pattern, stole, wrap, scarf Comments

Bernard Houndstooth Scarf

This dapper unisex scarf makes a subtle statement with its oversized silhouette and classic houndstooth fabric. The mesmerizing soft striping looks so intricate but is actually achieved with only two simple stitches!

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelDecember 26, 2019houndstooth, crochet, lion brand, ferris wheel, lion brand yarn, touch of alpaca, crochet scarf, scarf, easy scarf, unisex, men, menswear, man's scarf, for him, super scarf, wrap Comments

Pattern Suites: Home for the Holidays

Discounted curated bundles of knit and crochet patterns with similar themes.

Pattern SuitesAlexandra TavelDecember 13, 2019pattern suite, pattern bundle, scarf, easy scarf, knit scarf, crochet scarf, easy wrap, beginner, easy pattern, eyelet, waffle, cape, poncho, blanket, throw Comments

Chamonix Faux Fur Collar

Elevate any jacket and warm up in style with this elegant lined collar. Dramatic and luxe, the Chamonix Faux Fur Collar is the perfect statement piece for a holiday party or night out on the town.

Collaborations, Free Patterns, HolidaysAlexandra TavelDecember 10, 2018fur, collar, scarf, free pattern, knit collar, lion brand, go for faux, faux fur, holidays, oversized, fancy Comments

Oakley Super Scarf

Bundle yourself in style with the Oakley Super Scarf. The oversized dimensions are relaxed with simple, open stitches to keep the scarf flexible and versatile.

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelJanuary 12, 2018super scarf, thick and quick, lion brand, michaels, bonus bundle, wrap, scarf, shawl, rectangle shawl, filet stitch, free pattern, free crochet Comments

Stratus Wrap

I don't think there's anyone who loves a cloudy day more than a knitter or crocheter. Something about the slight chill of it all, the coziness level, and the excuse to stay indoors and work on your latest project just makes ...

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelMarch 31, 2017cloud, clouds, wrap, shawl, triangle, scarf, lion brand, new basic, striped, tassels, easy, knitting pattern Comments

Campfire Blanket Scarf

When I set out to design my most recent Lion Brand Yarn collaboration pattern, I knew I wanted to make something that really captured the essence of fall and the excitement in the air that comes with this season. Being a knitwear designer, these are the kinds of days ...

Free Patterns, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelOctober 3, 2016campfire, blanket, scarf, blanket scarf, fishermen's wool, lion brand, natural, plaid, tartan, weaving, fringe, rustic, free pattern, collaboration, new pattern, fall pattern, wrap Comments

Tea House Wrap

After the breakout success of the Coffee Shop Wrap, I knew I had to design something similar in crochet. Not everything is translatable from one skill to the other, but this simple striped top-down triangle scarf is something ...

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelSeptember 16, 2016free pattern, crochet pattern, free crochet, triangle scarf, tassels, lion brand, heartland, shawl pattern, shawl, scarf, oversized, fall pattern Comments

Coffee Shop Wrap

The wrap that started it all. This beauty is one of my favorite designs of all time, and I haven't been able to calm my obsession with triangle scarves since the minute I got it off my needles. It's probably my popular ...

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelJuly 18, 2016triangle scarf, shawl, wrap, tassels, free pattern, knitting pattern, easy knitting, knit shawl, knit scarf, scarf, knit wrap, triangle Comments