Blog — Two of Wands

Colorstripe Cardi

I’ve been craving lots of color lately with the weather being so dreary (exhibit A, exhibit B) and there’s nothing I love more than an oversized cardigan, so I put the two concepts together for my latest design - the Colorstripe Cardi. Cozy up to this colorful cardigan …

Free Patterns, Collaborations, Hue + MeAlexandra TavelDecember 19, 2024lion brand, hue and me, hue me, striped, crochet cardigan, shawl collar, oversized, oversized cardigan, positive ease, pockets, chunky cardigan, striped cardiganComment

Candy Dots Throw

Blankets. One of the most time consuming yet enjoyable things to make, amiright? There are so many things to love about blankets when it comes not only to designing and making them but also using them! My latest blanket design leans heavily into texture and colorwork to bring some brightness and cheer into the home on these grey winter days. Using only basic stitches …

Free Patterns, Hue + Me, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelNovember 29, 2024lion brand, hue and me, hue + me, colorwork, stripes, striped, home dec, home decor, blanket, throw blanket, throw, afgahn, afghan, tecture, texture, tassels, fringeComment

Bulky Slouchy Hanging Baskets

While I love designing garments and accessories, there is something extra cozy and satisfying when it comes to making something for the home. One of my favorite home decor pieces in my portfolio are my Slouchy Hanging Baskets, originally designed in worsted weight. These baskets are both functional and chic and even if they are empty I just love the way they look hanging …

Free Patterns, Hue + Me, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelNovember 29, 2024lion brand, hue and me, hue + me, colorwork, basket, baskets, stripes, striped, hanging, hanging basket, hanging baskets, home dec, home decorComment

Hayworth Cropped Coat

Sometimes a yarn just speaks to you, and man has Shaggy Chic spoken to me! While this may be a very specific kind of yarn that would seemingly have limited uses, I've already managed to use it for accessories, home dec, and now a garment! Meet the Hayworth Cropped Coat, my latest addition.

Free Patterns, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelNovember 21, 2024lion brand, shaggy chic, faux fur, go for faux, fur coat, faux fur coat, fur jacket, cropped jacket, cropped coat, knit coat, knit jacket, fur cardigan, cropped cardiganComment

Wensleydale Sheepskin

Looking for the perfect gift for all of your friends and fam this holiday season? Check out my latest Shaggy Chic designs - the Wensleydale and Cotswold Sheepskins. These are delightfully quick projects and make stunning additions to any home. Drape them over your favorite reading chair, the foot of the bed, or an entryway bench to add depth and coziness!

Free Patterns, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelNovember 14, 2024lion brand, shaggy chic, faux fur, go for faux, sheepskin, last minute gift, giftable, faux sheepskinComment

Cotswold Sheepskin

My obsession with Shaggy Chic continues! As soon as I saw this yarn I instantly had a dozen design ideas in my head, and I’m so excited to share two more of them with you! The Cotswold and Wensleydale Sheepskins are delightfully quick projects and make stunning additions to any home. Drape them over your favorite reading chair, the foot of the bed, or an entryway bench …

Free Patterns, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelNovember 14, 2024lion brand, shaggy chic, faux fur, go for faux, sheepskin, last minute gift, giftable, faux sheepskinComment

Dionne Crossbody Purse

After getting a sneak peek at Lion Brand’s Shaggy Chic back in February, I’ve been waiting for the day to share this super fun yarn with you! LB was kind enough to send some samples my way a couple weeks ago, so I immediately dove in and whipped up my first of many projects - the Dionne and Cher Crossbody Purses! The knit Dionne bag ...

Free Patterns, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelSeptember 23, 2024lion brand, shaggy chic, faux fur, go for faux, clueless, evening bag, crossbody, gold chain, cocktail purse, knit purse, knit bagComment

Cher Crossbody Purse

I’m so excited to finally share a yarn I’ve been looking forward to for months! Back in February I got a sneak peek at Lion Brand’s new Shaggy Chic yarn, and I’ve been counting down the days until it’s release! I wanted to have some projects ready as soon as the yarn dropped, so LB sent me some samples and I worked one up in each craft - the Dionne and Cher Crossbody Purses! The crochet Cher bag ...

Free Patterns, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelSeptember 23, 2024lion brand, shaggy chic, faux fur, go for faux, clueless, evening bag, crossbody, gold chain, cocktail purse, crochet purse, crochet bagComment

Crema Blanket

Maybe it’s the chill in the air but lately I have wanted nothing more than a cozy, repetitive project I can snuggle up to at night and not pay much attention to while I indulge in my latest favorite series. If you’re in the same boat, you’re going to LOVE my new design, the Crema Blanket.

Free Patterns, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelSeptember 19, 2024lion brand, baby blanket, color changing yarn, ice cream, spike stitch, sedge stitch, easy crochet, beginner crochet, crochet throw, crochet afghan, crochet blanketComment

Helios Poncho

If you’re a crocheter you know that there are very few things more satisfying than making a crochet square motif! The small, quick nature of them makes them so gratifying that even if you’re making a large scale project with them, you have lots of little wins along the way that keep you going! That is definitely the case with my latest design - the Helios Poncho.

Free Patterns, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelAugust 29, 2024lion brand, sunburst, sun, granny square, square motif, filet crochet, puff stitch, poncho, cardigan, ruana Comments

Baby League Onesie

Of course I love all of the things I design, but every once in a while there is a piece so special that I get exponentially excited about it - this is one of those times! Not only is this my first baby/child design, but it's a replicate of one of my favorite adult pieces, the Autumn League Pullover. I am so thrilled that I can officially introduce the Baby League Onesie!

Free Patterns, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelJuly 25, 2024lion brand, autumn league pullover, baby, onesie, sweatshirt, raglan, raglan sleeve, knit onesie, bodysuit, knit bodysuit, baby bodysuit, snaps, vintage, cotton Comments

Zodiac Icons Blanket: Assembly + Border

With the final square of Leo, we are ready to complete our blanket and the knit-along! The last steps are the assembly and border so we can display our blankets with pride. After a year of work on such a special project, it is so fulfilling to see it all come together!

Collaborations, Hue + Me, KALs, LessonsAlexandra TavelJuly 22, 2024zodiac icons blanket kal, zodiac, color chart, astrology, astrological, knit along, kal, lion brand, hue + me, hue and me, border, assemblyComment

Zodiac Icons Blanket: Leo

It’s hard to believe that it’s been a whole year since we began the Zodiac Icons Blanket Knit-Along, but here we are at the final sign - Leo, the heart of it all. This is the space where the creativity begins, sustains, and ends. Let the heart sing as you place the last-minute touches

Collaborations, Hue + Me, KALs, LessonsAlexandra TavelJuly 22, 2024zodiac icons blanket kal, zodiac, color chart, astrology, astrological, knit along, kal, lion brand, hue + me, hue and me, leo, leo chartComment

Vista Wrap

I’m so thrilled to be releasing the free pattern for the Vista Wrap as part of the CAL (crochet-along) I’m hosting with Lion Brand laster this month. If you’ve been following along on social media or via my newsletter, chances are you’ve already seen the sneak peeks of this beauty along with

Landscape Wrap

If you’ve been following along on social media or via my newsletter, chances are you’ve already seen the sneak peeks of the new Landscape (and Vista) Wrap! This latest design is part of a KAL (knit-along) with Lion Brand using our collab yarn, Color Theory.

Landscape and Vista Wraps Mood Boards + Color Combo Inspo

If you’re reading this post it means the kits for the upcoming Landscape and Vista Wraps are officially live and ready to be shopped! While the KAL/CAL doesn’t officially start until July 15, now is the time to gather our supplies and choose a color combo. Whether you’re making …

Collaborations, KALsAlexandra TavelJune 27, 2024lion brand, landscape wrap, vista wrap, knit along, KAL, crochet along, CAL, color theory, color theory yarn, color combinations, color combos, mood boards, color palettes Comments

Zodiac Icons Blanket: Cancer

Time to get into our feelings, folks - it’s Cancer season! It’s a time to nurture the heart and the home as we step into summer. Allow the emotions to flow with this intuitive water sign and don’t be surprised if you get hit with an overwhelming sense of nostalgia.

Collaborations, Hue + Me, KALs, LessonsAlexandra TavelJune 21, 2024zodiac icons blanket kal, zodiac, color chart, astrology, astrological, knit along, kal, lion brand, hue + me, hue and me, cancer, cancer chartComment

Zodiac Icons Blanket: Gemini

Welcome to Gemini season! This is one of my favorite astrology seasons, and I’ve often heard that Geminis and Sagittariuses (like myself) have a close bond, so that makes sense! This is the first air sign of the year, and it’s a time for excitement, variety, and socializing.

Collaborations, Hue + Me, KALs, LessonsAlexandra TavelMay 21, 2024zodiac icons blanket kal, zodiac, color chart, astrology, astrological, knit along, kal, lion brand, hue + me, hue and me, gemini, gemini chart Comments

Costa Market Bag

What’s better than a free pattern for the most perfect market bag ever? A free pattern for the most perfect market bag ever in THREE SIZES! That’s right - my newest design, the Costa Market Bag, comes in not one, but three different size options to ensure it will work for any occasion.

Free Patterns, CollaborationsAlexandra TavelMay 16, 2024lion brand, net bag, market bag, french bag, french market bag, beach bag, grocery bag, market tote, tote, crochet bag, crochet tote, farmers market tote Comments

Annual Earth Day Tradition: Two (Temporarily) Free Towel Patterns

The tradition is still alive! For the seventh year now I am back with a special Earth Day pattern drop - two towel patterns that are free for three days only. This year is all about the texture and I’m thrilled to share these two beauties with you. Scroll down to find the new Pelada and Marbella Towel patterns for free …

Holidays, PatternsAlexandra TavelApril 22, 2024tea towels, hand towels, towel, cloth, dish towels, dishcloths, dish cloths, dish cloth, hand towel, tea towel, eco friendly, sustainable, earth day, cotton, lion brand Comments