
Leisure Arts Pattern Blog
Welcome Yarn Enthusiasts
Leisure Arts has been tapping into the enthusiastic curiosity of yarning since 1971. Their commitment to our fiber arts hobby is a true test of time. They continually set the bar in trending through their commitment to highlighting designers trending.
In this section, Art of the Hook & Needle and Shawna Robirds Design will highlight their crochet and knit patterns and designers chosen. Happy Yarning!
Slow Fashion Made Fast – 12 Thick & Quick Knit Projects
Shawna Robirds Design Pattern Blog ~ Eyelet Striped Wrap
Thick and quick is the truth! This beautiful wrap was completed in just a weekend using size 15 Needles. The subtle diagonal change in stitch offers a beautiful dimension to the finished piece. Makes a great gift for the holidays or yourself. To get your copy today just click our affiliate link : Slow Fashion Made Fast
Slow Fashion Made Fast: 12 Thick & Quick Knit Project Projects (knitting, quick, easy, DIY, yarn, scarf, blanket, headband, poncho, wall hanging, basket, tote, pillowcase, poncho, cardigan)
Knit and purl your way to quick coziness and stylish décor with Slow Fashion Made Fast! Inside you’ll find twelve trendy accessories, garments, and home décor beauties that you can knit in a single evening or weekend, thanks to contemporary designer Alexandra Tavel and her label Two of Wands. All projects call for super bulky weight yarn of your choosing and include:
- Latvian Braid Cowl
- Wall Hanging
- Moss Cocoon Cardigan
- Linen Scarf
- Twist Front Headband
- Loopy Pillowcase
- Slouchy Tote
Designed with the advanced beginner in mind, each pattern incorporates simpler shapes and techniques. FYI: You’ll have so much fun and success with this book that you’ll be inspired to take your knitting skills to the next level! We’re sure of it.

Leisure Arts Slow Fashion Made Fast
CASUAL WEEKEND KNITS – 25 GO ANYWHERE KNIT PROJECTS
Art of the Hook & Needle Blog ~ Lace Fingerless Gloves
Take a walk on the wild side! Let your Ombre yarn variegate. These beautiful lace fingerless gloves by Leisure Arts 25 Go Anywhere Knit Project was a fun quick weekend project. The angle of the stitches make this a timeless classic look. Beautiful choice for gift giving for upcoming holiday. The beauty of Ombre is like a wonderful surprise that forms as the rows are completed. This yarn was chosen to match a coordinated hat. The beauty of the design with the color transition was a perfect fit for the receiver. The eclectic representation of the fiber was such a wonderful finish collaboration with the design. Even a solid fiber choice would be stunning!
Casual Weekend Knits: 25 Go Anywhere Projects (knitting, DIY, yarn, easy, beginner, scarf, shawl, cowl, hat, gloves, poncho, purse, casual) To purchase your own copy just click on our affiliate link here : Leisure Arts 25 Go Anywhere Knit Projects
- Asymmetrical Shawl
- Bias Scarf
- Bobble Cowl
- Boot Cuffs
- Choker and Bracelet
- Headband
- Lace Fingerless Gloves
- Shoulder Shrug
- Poncho
- Purse
- And so much MORE!
Best of all, each project is rated Basic or Easy and can be knitted in a few little hours, perfect for gifts

Leisure Arts Casual Weekend Knits
Boo Holiday Knit Dishcloths
Shawna Robirds Design Pattern Blog
“Boo” your Holiday decor or your neighbor’s. This quick knitted cotton wash cloth took two hours and so easy to complete. Leisure Arts Holiday Knit Dishcloths offers 11 textured designs. Perfect for gift giving season ! Just choose your favorite cotton blend.
Easy-to-read charts make it fun to knit each cloth super-fast. Holidays include Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, Independence Day, Halloween, and Christmas. Since they’re knitted with thirsty cotton yarn, the knitter may decide to keep using the sturdy dishcloths for every day of the year.
To purchase your copy just click on our affiliate link here : Leisure Arts Holiday Knit Dishcloths

Leisure Arts Holiday Knit Dishcloths
Casual Weekend Knits – 25 Go Anywhere Knit Projects
Shawna Robirds Design Pattern Blog
Winter is coming and what better way to get prepared to start the season off with this trending knit cabled hat set by Leisure Arts. What an amazing gift for yourself or others ! This pattern leaflet offers 25 Amazing trending knit projects to be used for gifts or yourself. To purchase your copy just click on our affiliate link here : Leisure Arts Casual Weekend Knits
The Cabled Hat and Mittens from Leisure Arts is an easy to follow, fun pattern! For my hat and mitts I used Cascade Cherub Aran yarn, Takumi circular knitting needles and bamboo double points. The faux fur pom I made myself! It is made with a button so it can be removed to wash the hat! I have these available for sale in Facebook shop. @Shawna Robirds Design As an experienced knitter this project only took a few hours and can definitely be completed in a weekend by intermediate knitters. Beginners may need a little more time, as working cables takes practice.
Tip: I made one alteration to the pattern however. I chose to make a double brim. This can be done by working 24 rounds of K2, P2. On the last round (#24) fold the cast on edge to the inside and knit the working stitches together with the cast on stitches. This closes the seam and creates a thicker brim. Work the rest of the hat following the pattern. This pattern booklet has many great patterns and I plan to make The Cable Boot Cuffs and the Long Two-Color Cowl as well! Look for them in my next post! Happy Yarning!! ~ Shawna Robirds
