Lulu Basket Bag

I'm not usually one to plan my designs too far in advance anyway, but lately I've been striking while the inspiration is SUPER hot at the drop of a hat. This was the case …

Free PatternsAlexandra TavelDecember 10, 2021basket, vessel, velvet, holiday, clutch, purse, crochet purse, handle, free pattern, vel-luxe, lion brand Comment

Annie Bucket Hat

I don't know if this is a me thing or an everyone thing, but inspiration always seems to strike when I'm neck deep in working on something else. Sometimes I just jot down a note or send myself an email reminder of the brilliant idea, but sometimes I have to drop everything …

Free PatternsAlexandra TavelNovember 5, 2021free pattern, bucket hat, fur hat, faux fur, faux fur hat, fur bucket hat, annie hall, jamiroquai, winter hat, crochet hat Comments

Harvest Throw

It might be sweater season, but it's also definitely blanket season! October is my favorite month of the year and for me it evokes apple and pumpkin picking, cozy vibes, knitwear, and snuggling up to watch scary movies. I really wanted …

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelOctober 14, 2021free pattern, blanket, chevron, beginner blanket, afghan, throw, fall blanket, fall afghan, harvest, chart, fringe, hue and me, lion brand Comments

Dune Bag

I've waited all year to design this bag, and I couldn't wait to get started on it as soon as there was a hint of fall in the air. I had planned to whip it up early in the year when the cold weather was still hanging around, but spring projects (and then …

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelSeptember 17, 2021crochet bag, crochet tote, wool ease thick and quick, lion brand, tote, bag, purse, asymmetric, chunky, easy Comments

Pattern Suites: Fall Essentials

Fall: the ultimate knitwear season! Autumn weather and cozy knits go together like chips and dip and as soon as that crisp breeze hits I feel a surge of energy and …

Pattern SuitesAlexandra TavelSeptember 9, 2021pattern suite, bundle, bundles, bundle sale, discount, essentials, fall, fall trends, fall patterns, fall style, fall fashion, wardrobe staples, hue and me, wool ease thick and quick Comments

Le Bateau Sweater

Sometimes when I'm designing a new piece, even if I love it, there's still some uncertainty of how successful it will be ... and sometimes I just know it will be an instant hit. The latter is definitely the case with my newest pattern, Le Bateau Sweater! This crewneck pullover is serving up quintessential French sailor vibes …

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelAugust 26, 2021boat, striped, french, sailor, classic, staple, beginner sweater, bottom up, drop sleeve, lake Comments

Summer League Cutoff

Hands down the number one selling pattern I've ever designed is the Autumn League Pullover. At the end of last year I designed a sister pattern called the Winter League Pullover, and now I'm back with a new member of the family - the Summer League …

Deco Tank

We've been hit with some pretty extreme heat this summer, and it's had me reaching for the lightest, tiniest articles of clothing I own. Since designing my Polished Collection this spring, I've been super into warm weather knits and can't seem to make …

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelJuly 29, 2021tank top, chrysler building, art deco, crochet tank, easy crochet, bust cup, post stitches, double crochet, crisscross, criss cross, truboo, lion brand, cropped, camisole Comments

Pattern Suites: Summer Essentials

Summertime and yarn don't always sound like the best match, but designing warm weather knits has always been extra fun for me! I love using cotton and bamboo fibers and airy stitches to create the perfect simple and functional additions …

Pattern SuitesAlexandra TavelJune 19, 2021pattern suite, bundle, bundles, bundle sale, discount, essentials, summer, summer trends, summer patterns, cotton, bamboo Comment

Portofino Bag Set

Summer is upon us and with restrictions lessening in the US, I am excited to spend more time outdoors - beaches, parks, and lakes here I come! My favorite crochet projects are always bags, and the idea of going on more day trips got me super excited to create …

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelMay 27, 2021mesh bag, net bag, summer tote, tote bag, market bag, mesh tote, net tote, beach bag, bottle bag, water bottle, bottle tote, lion brand, cotton, filet crochet Comments

The Polished Collection

As the warm weather starts to trickle in, it's time to set aside the chunky yarn and pick up some spring/summer projects! I'm thrilled to be back with another eight piece seasonal …

Earth Day Tradition: Two Towel Patterns (+ a Recipe!)

Happy Earth Day! I'm so excited to be celebrating the fourth year of my favorite tradition - the release of two special towel patterns, free for three days only, in honor of Earth Day. I am thrilled to add these two patterns to my stack of eco-friendly designs …

Holidays, Patterns, RecipesAlexandra TavelApril 22, 2021tea towels, hand towels, towel, cloth, dish towels, dishcloths, dish cloths, dish cloth, hand towel, tea towel, french, eco friendly, sustainable, earth day, cotton, lion brand Comments

Pattern Suites: Spring Essentials

I can't tell you how thrilled I was to have had such a wonderful response to the Winter Essentials pattern suites I released earlier this year, and I'm so excited to be back with another set of seasonal …

Pattern SuitesAlexandra TavelApril 15, 2021spring, pattern suite, bundle, bundles, bundle sale, discount, spring trends, spring patterns, essentials Comment

Traveling Seasons Afghan Square 3

Starting in January 2021, the first of 12 afghan square designs will begin the journey of the Traveling Seasons Afghan and travel to a new designer every month, spanning across the U.S. and Canada. Each designer will create a 13" x 13" square, designed with …

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelFebruary 28, 2021traveling afghan, traveling afghans, season afghan, afghan, throw, blanket, crochet, lotus, whistle and wool, angie, lion brand, wool ease Comments

Pattern Suites: Winter Essentials

When I launched Pattern Suites in 2019 I had so much fun choosing the monthly themes and having an opportunity to showcase older patterns again. It gave me the opportunity to shed some light on those projects that had been collecting dust …

Pattern SuitesAlexandra TavelFebruary 22, 2021pattern suite, pattern pack, discount, pattern bundle, sophisticated, classic, essentials Comments

Wildwood Plaid Blanket

Is there any better project than a big cozy blanket in the middle of February? I think not. I've been craving simple, meditative projects lately to keep me grounded and entertained, and blankets tend to be my go-to when I'm in that mood.

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelFebruary 19, 2021crochet, plaid, tartan, throw, afghan, blanket, beginner, hue and me, lion brand Comments

Moonstone Plaid Blanket

February is what I would call blanket season. The festive feeling of winter has usually long been forgotten and we are left with cold, dreary weather (at least in the northeast US where I am!) and still quite a ways until spring. In a typical year …

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelFebruary 18, 2021plaid, tartan, blanket, garter stitch, housewarming, beginner, weaving, fringe, twisted, rope, lion brand, hue and me, chunky, throw, afghan Comments

Winter League Pullover

When I began developing Hue + Me with Lion Brand Yarn a year ago, one of the designs at the top of my list was a bulky weight version of the Autumn League Pullover - a personal and fan fave. If you asked me to name my top three designs of all time, it is definitely in the mix …

Collaborations, Free Patterns, League Series KALAlexandra TavelDecember 31, 2020autumn league pullover, sweatshirt, v neck, crewneck, raglan, top down, bulky, hue and me, lion brand, winter league, knit sweater, pullover, jumper Comments

Romance Wrap

I can’t say that I’m normally drawn to lacy or frilly lines and aesthetics, but the beautiful warm tones of the Hue + Me palette were just begging to be used in something delicate …

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelDecember 11, 2020pink, bobbles, holes, eyelets, yarn over, hue and me, lion brand, crescent, knitting, lace, garter stitch Comments

Claudia Crop

My latest Lion Brand collab is a little outside the box of my usual aesthetic, but it’s just what my fall/winter wardrobe needed to bring a little joy and playfulness. Inspired by …

Collaborations, Free PatternsAlexandra TavelDecember 11, 2020rainbow, stripes, crochet, babysitter's club, hue and me, crochet sweater, open weave, 70s Comments