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March 17, 2015 Leave a Comment

10 Inspiring new patterns to try this spring - click through for where to get your hands on them all!

This collection of 10 recently-published patterns features inspiring ideas with bold color and construction. Check out these short sleeves, lacy wraps, and lightweight accessories for spring!

Lucy Collared Tee by Pamela Wynne
Lucy Collared Tee by Pamela Wynne

This knit tee features subtle accents and a slight collar. The green is perfect for spring!

Abbesses Tee by Madame Tricote
Abbesses Tee by Madame Tricote

Make a bold statement with this tee. Knit on US 11 (8 mm) needles, this fun pattern knits up in no time!

Imagination Sweater by Kate Oates
Imagination Sweater by Kate Oates

A cozy, whimsical sweater designed with customization in mind. Oates provides the knitter with many stitch options, and the color possibilities as you play with patterns (or simply stripe it) are endless.

Madewell Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Madewell Sweater by Joji Locatelli

This design takes the familiar grandpa style cardigan and makes it special with slipped stitch elbow patches in coordinating colors.

Bunny Phone Cozy by Ella Austin
Bunny Phone Cozy by Ella Austin

Who knew a phone cover could be so gorgeous? This phone case features a lovely colorwork rabbit on the front and a small pom pom on the back for its tail!

Petal Socks pattern
Petal Socks

If you’ve been looking for the perfect project for a bold skein of fingering weight yarn, these socks might fit the bill. The chevron accents and eyelets down the ankles add something special to this otherwise-simple sock.

Polar Prism Pullover by Jennifer Beaumont
Polar Prism Pullover by Jennifer Beaumont

The windowpane texture and ombre style color blocking of this pullover make it a great option for knitters in the market for a modern pattern.

Fanfare Wrap Pattern (free pattern!)
Fanfare Wrap

This light, lacy wrap is perfect for spring! The lace fans repeat throughout the piece for a wrap that can be worn for everything from a nice porch reading session to accessorizing a cocktail dress.

Iridescent Crescent by Kieran Foley
Iridescent Crescent by Kieran Foley

Inspired by insect wings, this artistic shawl will add something special to your to-knit list. The colors and eyelets and texture are really special!

Naturally Finley by Marissa Post
Naturally Finley by Marissa Post

This simple child’s beanie is easy and a total classic. The extended ribbing that isn’t worn folded over makes this versatile piece something kids will actually wear!

10 Inspiring new patterns to try this spring - click through for where to get your hands on them all!

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About Heidi

Heidi Gustad is an artist, author and crafts designer specializing in knitting, crochet, latch hook and macrame. In addition to running the Hands Occupied Blog and Pattern Shop, you can find her making videos & co-hosting the Very Serious Crafts podcast.

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Hi! I’m Heidi, an author, yarn craft designer and content creator specializing in knitting, crochet, latch hook & macrame. My work unapologetically features primary colors and vintage-meets-modern style. My first book, Latch Hook: 12 Projects for the Modern Maker, is now available!

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There’s an update on the blog today, & it’s ab There’s an update on the blog today, & it’s about how I’m going to take the next 2 weeks off to rest & recharge. ☺️🧶 No new content for y’all means I can also take a moment to zoom out & plan what’s next. Link is in bio. 
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A note on Very Serious Crafts: In the post I discuss stepping away from the @seriouscrafts podcast to give myself more time to devote to some minor medical issues. Don’t you worry - my health will be fine, & @molliejohanson @redhandledscissors and I are still pals, and after a short break of their own, the podcast will be back! Just sans moi. 💁🏼‍♀️😆 
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Been a little quiet this holiday week, as it shoul Been a little quiet this holiday week, as it should be. ☺️🎄The past few days have been filled with a lot of catching up on festive zoom calls & raising toasts to the camera. 🥂 Connecting with people has been a welcome change of pace! Now I’m feeling ready to meet my inevitable end-of-year deadlines. 😆
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Warmest wishes for the season, my friends! ❤️💛💙
Hi, I’m Heidi, the craft book author & maker beh Hi, I’m Heidi, the craft book author & maker behind Hands Occupied! 👋🏻 I’ve been enjoying making Reels a lot lately, but I wanted to bop in to share a regular photo & say hello. 🤓 
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rather than giving you my bio right now, I have a question. I just got this new sweater & I can’t stop imaging how funny it would be to wear this to a knitting class ... is that bad? 🤣🤣🤣
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Pictured: a blond woman with glasses wearing a sweater that reads “all your sweaters are ugly” standing in front of a Christmas tree.
Wet blocking, also called immersive blocking, is o Wet blocking, also called immersive blocking, is one of the most common methods for finishing a knitting project and helping ensure its final size and shape. Learn basic blocking for absolute beginners in an easy-to-follow (non-Reel!) video tutorial! Catch the tutorial on YouTube or the Hands Occupied Blog, link is in bio. 🧶 #handsoccupied #stopswatchandblockit #KPAmbassadorsDec20 #sponsored
Had to share this perfect capture of one of my fav Had to share this perfect capture of one of my favorite weird homemade Christmas ornaments: a simple macramé Santa face with beads for the eyes and nose! My Great-Grandma made it too. 🎄
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Might have to try making a quickie Reel tutorial for this guy - I think it’s the perfect project for it, don’t you? 🎅🏼 #handsoccupied #macrame
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