Original Patterns by Laura Birek

Looking for a new knitting pattern? Check out these originals by Laura Birek, author of Picture Perfect Knits (Chronicle Books, 2008), and creator of the original Giganto-Blanket.

Stronger Together Hat

  • Pattern Type: Hats
  • Needle Size: 4.5 mm - US Size 7
  • Published: August 2016
  • Yardage: 197-591 yds.
  • Recommended Yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease
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Gondola Cables Hat

  • Pattern Type: Hats
  • Needle Size: 4.5 mm - US Size 7
  • Published: February 2012
  • Yardage: 150-200 yds.
  • Recommended Yarn: Knit Picks Chroma Worsted
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Tessellated Cowl

  • Pattern Type: Scarves & Cowls
  • Needle Size: 6 mm - US Size 10
  • Published: January 2011
  • Yardage: 140-180 yds.
  • Recommended Yarn: Brown Sheep Lanaloft Bulky
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Obama-Rama

  • Needle Sizes: 4.5 mm - US Size 7 & 5 mm - US Size 8
  • Published: October 2008
  • Yardage: 1200-1500 yds.
  • Recommended Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna's Choice
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Geek Chic

  • Needle Sizes: 2.75 mm - US Size 2 & 3.5 mm - US Size 4
  • Published: October 2008
  • Yardage: 927-1751 yds.
  • Recommended Yarn: Knit Picks Telemark
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