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Hats for my nieces

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Hats for my nieces

Hats for my nieces

Nemo hat on model

Nemo hat on model

Nemo hat

Nemo hat

Front view Captain America Hat

Front view Captain America Hat

Captain America hat

Captain America hat

Art Deco Inspired Hat

Art Deco Inspired Hat

A simple cloche hat with a lacy band and butterfly embellishment.

Cabled Mitts

Cabled Mitts

Made with the softest machine washable yarn in a pattern that evokes a time past.

Charlie Brown Mitts

Charlie Brown Mitts

Simple stocking stitch in an interesting color selection.

Lace Panel Mitts

Lace Panel Mitts

A little lace makes these mitts a bit special.

Headband and Cowl

Headband and Cowl

Made with a sequin yarn and a lace pattern, this headband can also be worn as a cowl.

Color Change

Color Change

Made of 100% wool in shades of green and burgundy using a simple Fair Isle traditional pattern in a new way.

Shark Hat

Shark Hat

Made to order for a future marine biologist.

NASA Logo Hat

NASA Logo Hat

Inspired by the NASA logo.

NASA Side View

NASA Side View

NASA Hat side view on model.

Fun with Color

Fun with Color

Made in 100% wool in shades to compliment the lavender main color.  Perfect for the slopes!

Runner's Legwarmers

Runner's Legwarmers

Made for a runner, these legwarmers are designed to stay up rather than slouch.  Inspired by traditional Austrian hose and made in 100% wool.

Calf Detail

Calf Detail

These runner's legwarmers have a more intricate cable pattern to accommodate the calf shaping.

Cable Detail

Cable Detail

The small cable runs up the front and the back of the Runner's Legwarmers for a bit of added interest.

Hat and Boot Cuffs

Hat and Boot Cuffs

Made in a bright royal blue sport weight yarn, this hat and matching boot cuffs are perfect for 3-season style and comfort.

'50s Style Headband

'50s Style Headband

With a touch of metallic to add some shimmer.

Curliques

Curliques

A modern take on a traditional Fair Isle pattern, this hat was made using the Portuguese style of knitting for a better fit. 

Tam, scarf, and gloves

Tam, scarf, and gloves

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Cabled Headband with metallic thread

Cabled Headband with metallic thread

Closeup

Closeup

Baby gift

Baby gift

Hat with matching toy

Hat with matching toy

Sunset Striped Hat

Sunset Striped Hat

Solid and variegated stripes were used in ascending warmth for this machine washable cozy hat.

Ithacation

Ithacation

Victorian wrist warmers in 2 shades of grey warm up those cold rainy days in Northern California.

Red Hat Fair Isle Detail

Red Hat Fair Isle Detail

The traditional X and O pattern is readily apparent in this closeup view.

Everyday Mitts

Everyday Mitts

These light weight wrist warmers are perfect for those cold winter days!

Bold Stripe

Bold Stripe

This matching hat and gloves turns heads on even the coldest of winter nights.

Leather Button

Leather Button

This stylish and slightly asymmetrical hat features a cabled cinch band topped off with a leather button.

Creme Brulee

Creme Brulee

 This creme brulee is hot out of the oven with its accent of colored buttons.

Nordic Nights

Nordic Nights

OK, so Nordic Nights are long.  Really, really long.  Here is a stylish hat with extra warmth at the ear band and plenty of air space in the crown for a very warm and cozy hat for those extremely cold winter nights.

Nordic Nights Detail

Nordic Nights Detail

Detailed view of the fair isle pattern used in the Nordic Nights hat.

Bert Beanie

Bert Beanie

This whimsical hat incorporates an asymmetrical pattern with a gigantically whimsical striped pom pom.

Buttoned Back

Buttoned Back

This crocheted cap features added warmth around the ears capped off with a decorative shell button.

Button Up

Button Up

Two-toned decorative buttons add grace to these Victorian wrist warmers.

The Lady in Red & White

The Lady in Red & White

Ruffles and buttons add a Victorian feel to these wool blend wrist warmers.

Rudolph Rides Again

Rudolph Rides Again

This cute little winter hat was made for my 1-year old great nephew.  As soon as my Mom saw it, she had to have one too!  I made hers without the ties.

Child's Nordic Cap

Child's Nordic Cap

Traditional Nordic designs are combined in this kid's winter cap.

Flower Power

Flower Power

This crocheted beanie is decorated with a crocheted cabbage rose.

Ski Cap

Ski Cap

I made this Fair Isle cap for my husband.  He wears it every time we go to Tahoe.

Green Beanie

Green Beanie

Made in 100% wool, this beanie is as warm as it is cute.

Blue Beanie

Blue Beanie

Made from my yarn stash, this beanie sports a contrasting ear band.

Leg Warmers

Leg Warmers

These leg warmers are just the ticket when working at my computer in my basement home office.

Blue Crochet Hat

Blue Crochet Hat

This cute crochet hat in 100% wool is adorned with wooden buttons.

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Hats for my nieces
Nemo hat on model
Nemo hat
Front view Captain America Hat
Captain America hat
Art Deco Inspired Hat
Cabled Mitts
Charlie Brown Mitts
Lace Panel Mitts
Headband and Cowl
Color Change
Shark Hat
NASA Logo Hat
NASA Side View
Fun with Color
Runner's Legwarmers
Calf Detail
Cable Detail
Hat and Boot Cuffs
'50s Style Headband
Curliques
Tam, scarf, and gloves
hats 2013.jpg
Cabled Headband with metallic thread
Closeup
Baby gift
Hat with matching toy
Sunset Striped Hat
Ithacation
Red Hat Fair Isle Detail
Everyday Mitts
Bold Stripe
Leather Button
Creme Brulee
Nordic Nights
Nordic Nights Detail
Bert Beanie
Buttoned Back
Button Up
The Lady in Red & White
Rudolph Rides Again
Child's Nordic Cap
Flower Power
Ski Cap
Green Beanie
Blue Beanie
Leg Warmers
Blue Crochet Hat
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