A New Pattern: Bandana Cowl

I hope you have been enjoying the quick gift patterns I’ve designed lately. It’s been a long time since I’ve published a full pattern. As a homeschool mom of a middle schooler, I cherish the time I get to spend with my kid. But I haven’t had as much time as I expected to concentrate on a major design.

Well, it’s time for a new one! Introducing the Bandana Cowl! It’s shaped like a bandana, wears like a cowl, and stays on better than a shawl. It’s a piece you can add to any outfit, casual or dressy, and wear it easily and hassle-free all day. Pull it up when you get out in the cold and squash it down when you hit the warmth inside. It looks great both ways!

The Bandana Cowl is made using Chicken Lady Fiber Arts Chicken Muffin Taster Box. It’s so fun to try out Chicken Lady’s most popular bases side-by-side. And the Bandana Cowl lets each unique fiber shine!

You can also use a skein and a half of any DK yarn. If you have some DK minis or need a stashbuster, this is perfect! The pattern is written in 6 sections. Choose 6 DK minis or leftovers (the largest section uses about 30g) and use a different one for each section.

I can’t wait to see how it looks in all different colors! If you make one, show me! Tag me on Instagram @katie_clark_crochet and use the hashtag #bandanacowl. Happy crocheting!

Isn’t my older kid cool?

New Year, New Yarn, New Pattern

Don’t you love a new year? New beginnings, a fresh slate…new projects! I don’t do New Year’s resolutions. Instead, I make a new WIPs (works in progress) box. Everything from last year gets sorted and prioritized. And then I can start making room for the new projects in the coming year.

I hope you are having fun dreaming of what your next next project is! That’s always the best part, isn’t it? And I’ve got some super cute patterns coming your way in the next few weeks for you to drool over. The first patterns are from a collaboration with Forbidden Fiber to spread Random Acts of Kindness. Bookmark this page, because I’ll release a new pattern from the collection every few days until all five have been revealed. Then make available the Random Acts of Kindness Ebook featuring all five patterns at a discounted price. I hope you love them as much as I had fun designing them. Please take the opportunity to spread a little love this year!

Pattern #1

Kissing Hand Mitts

Precious mitts for a precious child, inspired by the book The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn. The “kiss” can be emblazoned on the back of the hand or hidden in the palm.

Pattern #2

Winner Cup Cozy

Tell your Best Friend they are a Winner with this cup cozy, then make a complimentary
version for yourself! The fun motif is reminiscent of early TV game shows.