Easy Pieced Sweater

Skill Level: Easy.
Yarn Suggestion: This sweater would be good with almost any size or type of yarn. Will need about 20 to 25 ounces (depending on size). A great option for a child size sweater.

This ancient clothing technique can be woven, knit or crochet in many variations. All you do is make a square with well-placed slits and fold it over for the arms. Short sleeves come to the elbow.

Pieced: Easy Knit Sweater

Skill Level: Easy.
Yarn Suggestion: This sweater is attractive with a lighter weight yarn. For our color design you will need two complimentary colors. About 12 to 15 ounces main color, and 2-3 ounces contrasting color.

Croched Pieced Vest

Skill Level: Easy. Uses basic crochet skills to create square motifs. Yarn Suggestion: Best with a fine to medium weight yarn. Will need approximately 5 to 8 ounces, depending on size. I used two colors.

Knit Vest

Skill Level: Easy. Need to know how to increase/decrease. Yarn Suggestion: Any yarn, any size. Very versatile. Will need approximately 10 to 18 ounces, depending on size.

Crochet Vest Pattern

Skill Level: Easy. Irish Crochet is a bit more challenging. Yarn Suggestion: Good with any weight yarn. Could need anywhere from 8 to 18 ounces, depending on weight of yarn, length and size. Vest starts at bottom. Your choice of easy double crochet, or exotic Irish crochet pattern. Collar is created by simple decreases. You'll be amazed how it works.

Knit Vest Pattern

Skill Level: Easy. Great beginner's pattern. Yarn Suggestion: Good with any weight yarn. Will need approximately 8 to 12 ounces, depending on size.
 

This is a simple pattern that is appreciated by beginning knitters. Pattern starts at the bottom front, arms and neck and shaped, and back is finished to match. All in one piece then folded over at the shoulders and side seams sewn. Two neck variations. My vests are plain - you add the flare.

Knit Vest Pattern

Skill Level: Easy. Nice beginnier's pattern. A band of lace is added on bottom for more intermediate knitters. Yarn Suggestion: Good with any weight yarn, but a light cotton makes the most sense for a comfortable wear. Will need approximately 8 to 12 ounces, depending on size. A nice summer project from cotton or hemp. This tank top is easy to knit and easy to fit. Made in the same way as "Easiest Vest."

Knit Sock Pattern

Skill Level: Easy. Some would say that socks need to be at least an intermediate level, but this pattern makes it so easy I have to put it in the beginner's category. I believe anyone can make socks! Yarn Suggestion: Best with a fine to medium weight yarn. Will need approximately 5 to 5 ounces, depending on size. Double Pointed Needles.
 

Crochet & Knit Slipper Pattern

Skill Level: Easy. Great beginner's pattern.
Yarn Suggestion: Good with any weight yarn. Will need approximately 6 to 12 ounces, depending on size and thickness.
 

Quick to knit or crochet in any size. Thick and warm. This is a great project to use up extra yarn. Three knit versions are given, and one crochet version. Make these slippers big, then felt them to your feet and you have triple warm footgear.

Knit Sock Pattern

Skill Level: Easy. Afraid of double pointed needles? Try some socks with two needles.
Yarn Suggestion: Best with a fine to medium weight yarn. Will need approximately 5 to 6 ounces, depending on size.