Tracy Zhang: 47 books

This multi-page knitting and crochet pattern, complete with photographs, provides detailed instructions to create a small size winter coat for women or young girls. The coat is knitted entirely as one piece and then edged with collar, cuffs, and button bands using simple crochet stitches. Skill...

Skill Level: Easy Things to know about this pattern: Materials required: •2 skeins in two colors, about 180 yards each of bulky weight yarn of your choice •1 pair size US 10 (6 mm) knitting needles •Size US 10 (6 mm) double pointed knitting needles (DPN) •Tapestry needle •Stitch...

This pattern knits up into a lovely, stylish and snug fitting winter cap or beanie that sports traditional Aran bobbles, set off on a background of garter stitch. The hat is thick and warm as well as both soft and lightweight.Things to know about this pattern:Skill level: Advanced beginner....

A beautiful Moss and Cobblestone crib quilt made from cotton yarn soft enough for any baby’s skin. Also lovely for use in an elegant antique cradle to cover a doll. The pattern, although not fully reversible, looks wonderful on either the right or wrong side.A friend of mine said she would...

Downsizing is an art. It requires emotional courage, intelligent organizing, and strategic thinking. But, most of all, it requires necessity. For whatever reason, we reach a point in life where we come face to face with a desire to retire. Bundled in that desire can be that we have to leave,...

This pattern knits up into a lovely and stylish winter cap or beanie that sports the traditional Aran trinity stitch (also known as the blackberry stitch). The hat is thick and warm as well as both soft and lightweight. Things you need to know about this pattern: Skill level: Advanced...

These sturdy, long wearing, camouflage slippers are so easy to knit you can work up a pair in just one day. They are soft, comfortable and warm. Best of all, they fit the lifestyle look of active duty or retired military! The pattern creates stretch-to-fit boots. In a relaxed state, the slippers...

This multi-page knitting pattern, complete with photographs, provides detailed instructions to create elf boots for toddlers. Pattern details how to integrate different colors with the main color to artfully accent the bottom, body and cuffs. Skill Level: Beginner I find these smaller size...

Children love these slippers! They can be made in bright, varied colors, making them a delight to the eyes. Besides being a great way to use up scrap yarns, these will keep the children's feet warm on any surface.Skill Level: BeginnerThis slipper pattern is easy to read, understand...

On a self-planned or guided tour of the People’s Republic of China, one will run up against the need to visit Hangzhou. Read any guidebook. Ask any Chinese person. Undisputedly, Hangzhou, known for its extravagant natural beauty and thousands of years of tea and silk culture, is simply the most...

This pattern is for two items, a Moss and Cable hat along with its matching Moss Stitch scarf. This slouch beret type hat knits up warm and comfortable as well as both soft and lightweight. Instructions come complete with description of how to knit the beret point! The soft and inviting...

These three patterns knit up quickly into a lovely matching set of hat, cowl and scarf, which all are thick and warm as well as soft and lightweight. Each pattern comes with clear and specific directions and reference photographs for ease of use.Things to know about these patterns:Hat...

This multi-page knitting pattern, complete with photographs, provides detailed instructions to create medium size dorm boots for women or young adults. This pattern is a great way to use up scrap yarns. Pattern details how to integrate different colors with the main color to artfully accent the bottom,...

Worn just over the knees these coverings can top a boot attractively without the extra thickness of a leg warmer. And, they are quicker to make. Worked in ribbing for close fit and a basketweave pattern, the knee warmers are completely reversible. Using this pattern you can create knee warmers...