2/2 twill – Piglet's Potholder Patterns

Herringbone

An elegant extension of zigzag twills. Continue reading “Herringbone”

Twinkle Twinkle

The puffy fabric makes the stars twinklier. A spectacular effect worked with navy blue and silver. Continue reading “Twinkle Twinkle”

Rick Rack vs. Garden Path

Rick-Rack (l) and Garden Path (r), front view of both.

Rick-Rack (l) and Garden Path (r), rear view of both.

Here are two 2/2 twill patterns demonstrating how a very small change in weaving order can have a dramatic design impact. Continue reading “Rick Rack vs. Garden Path”

Cross Breeze

A 2-2 twill with a row of over-3s where the lines change direction. (Originally published on Facebook as “Cross Purposes”.) Continue reading “Cross Breeze”

Zig Zags

Here’s a great illustration of how your color choices in weaving these patterns can affect the design impact. Continue reading “Zig Zags”

Diamond Spiral

This pattern is adapted from a pattern by Deborah Jean Cohen. I like the dynamic diamond spiral. Continue reading “Diamond Spiral”