Here is the catalogue of Purl Diving patterns designed by Katherine Matthews:
Mother of Purl series:
- Florideae - A triangular lace shawl, with optional beaded embellishment. The lace pattern is charted (no written instructions provided for the lace pattern), for one size. For Experienced lace knitters.
- Kiran - A triangular lace shawl. The lace pattern is charted (no written instructions provided for the lace pattern) and can be worked in either of two sizes: small or large. For Intermediate to Experienced lace knitters.
- Soraya - A triangular lace shawl, embellished with beads in the edging. The lace pattern is charted (no written instructions provided for the lace pattern) and can be worked in either of two sizes: small or large. For Experienced lace knitters.
- Les Bermudes - A lace shawl, originally offered exclusively in the 2011 "Shakespeare in Lace Club" series from Anne Podlesak's Wooly Wonka Fibers, the pattern is now available on Patternfish and has been updated to include a 4-panel semi-circular option in addtion to the original 5-panel "more than a semi-circle" version of the club pattern. The lace pattern is charted (no written instructions provided for the lace pattern) and can be worked in either of two versions: 4- or 5-panel (see schematics for shaping). For Experienced lace knitters.
- Hana-bi - A beaded lace shawl with a crescent shape achieved through keystone shaped panels to give a constant depth across the shoulders; the lace pattern is charted (no written instructions provided for the lace pattern) and can be worked in either of two sizes: small or large. For Experienced lace knitters.
- Les vignes - A lace shawl, that can be worked as either a traditional triangle with 2 panels or as a "triple triangle" shawl with 3 panels; instructions and charts are given for both versions, in large and small sizes. For Intermediate knitters with some lace knitting experience.
- Aldred - A gracefully arcing scarf with an Art-Deco inspired edging combined with a short-rowed garter-stitch centre. Written instructions only, one size; for an Adventurous Intermediate knitter.
- Calsada - A feminine shoulder scarf, combining garter stitch panels with lace in the edging. A short-rowed garter-stitch centre produces the curved shape that wraps elegantly over the shoulders. Both written and charted instructions are included, one size; for an Adventurous Intermediate knitter with some lace knitting experience.
- Amalia - A lace border adapted from the Portuguese Edging in Walker's Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns combines with a curved, short-rowed garter-stitch centre to create a stunning shoulder shawl. Both written and charted instructions are included, and can be worked in large and small sizes; for an Adventurous Intermediate knitter with some lace knitting experience.
- Takenoko - With a lace pattern reminiscent of bamboo shoots, this pattern can be worked as a shawl or a scarf. Written and charted instructions are given to make either; for Intermediate knitters with some lace knitting experience.
- Momiji - a scarf with a delicately lacy pattern inspired by the leaves of the Japanese maple. Also includes a bonus pattern for a second lace scarf, Roman Holiday. Written and charted instructions provided for Momiji, with only written instructions for Roman Holiday; for Intermediate knitters with some lace knitting experience.
- Scarborough Dude Scarf - A tribute designed for my friend Ken's 60th birthday, it's as unique and charming as he is.
Little Purls series:
- Mala - A lace cowl, with written and charted instructions for large and small sizes. For Intermediate knitters with some lace knitting experience.
- Carmanah - A lace scarf whose pattern is reminiscent of the winding paths and lush greenery of the old growth forest that inspired it. Written and charted instructions are included; for Intermediate knitters with some lace knitting experience.
- Precious - A delicate lace scarf, so named after a knitter exclaimed "It's just so precious!" while seeing the original being knit up during a knit 'n chat evening. Written and charted instructions are included; for Intermediate knitters with some lace knitting experience.
- Starry Night - A light and airy lace scarf, inspired by Van Gogh's painting of the same name. Written and charted instructions are included; for Intermediate knitters with some lace knitting experience.
Beaded Cuffs series:
- Chandni - Part of the Bollybeads series of beaded cuffs, inspired by Bollywood movies.
- Sakina - Part of the Bollybeads series of beaded cuffs, inspired by Bollywood movies.
- Parnika - Part of the Bollybeads series of beaded cuffs, inspired by Bollywood movies.
- Ice Queen - A beaded cuff with a snowflake motif.
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