Shared swatches. Endless ways to make them yours.
A collaborative pattern collection built from 6"×6" knit swatches, like the ones taught at the Knit Your Own Adventure Summit (my free virtual knitting event). These swatches aren't just practice. Use them to make something you'll actually wear. No two finished projects will look exactly alike.
Six patterns, one shared system
Every wearable in this collection starts the same way: a 6"×6" knit swatch. A skirt, a vest, a shawl, a bag, a scarf, a cowl — each one is a blank canvas, not a fixed set of instructions.
What goes in those swatches is up to you. Use what you learn at the Knit Your Own Adventure Summit, borrow from a stitch dictionary, or make it up as you go.
Check out the patterns you'll find inside the collection
All created using the same 6"×6" square swatch system.
Meet the Designers
I asked these incredible knitting designers to make a pattern full of swatches that can be substituted for other swatches, and they ran with it — without a single example to point to. There's no collection without them.
If it's even half as fun for you to knit as it was to watch these patterns come to life - my job is done.
Every pattern in this collection was tested by real knitters.
A few things worth knowing before you start
- You don't need special swatches. Every pattern works just fine with plain stockinette. Want to get fancier? The techniques for more interesting swatches are taught live at the Knit Your Own Adventure Summit: Swatch School Edition — a bonus, not a requirement.
- Swapping is completely optional. If you want to, trade swatches with another knitter through the Purl-Pal Swap, and no two finished projects will ever look the same. You don't need the collection to join. The Swap is open to everyone.
- These patterns aren't finished until you touch them. Designed that way on purpose.
- Every pattern was designed in Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Aran — affordable, holds stitch definition well, and ships easily to the US and Europe. Any similar aran-weight yarn works too, so check your stash before you buy anything.
Questions you might have
Do I need to attend the Summit to make these patterns?
No. Every pattern works with plain stockinette swatches. The Knit Your Own Adventure Summit: Swatch School Edition is a free virtual event that teaches techniques for fancier swatches, but it's a bonus, not a requirement.
How do I decide which swatches to make?
That's the fun part. Knit each 6"×6" swatch from a stitch dictionary, a Pinterest rabbit hole, a Summit session, or straight out of your own head. You decide what goes in each one.
How does the Purl-Pal Swap work?
It's totally optional, and you don't need the collection to take part. The Swap is open to everyone. Knit a swatch, fill out one quick form, and you'll be matched with a new knitting friend. Pop your swatch in the mail, then keep an eye out for squishy mail from your new Purl Pal. We'll share the link to join throughout the Summit, and again after you check out.
I have an Expedition Pass. Do I still need to buy this?
No. The collection is included free with your Expedition Pass, so there's no need to purchase it separately.
Ready to start your squares?
Grab your yarn and pick out a project!
- All six patterns, in one collection
- One shared 6"×6" swatch system — use any stitch you like
- An invitation to the optional Purl-Pal Swap (it's open to everyone, ebook or not)
- Lifetime access to future updates