Blackbird Mountain Designs was previously known as YarnyBird. Blog posts may contain references to YarnyBird. Are you a true crime fan? I am, and it seems like a lot of makers are. I'm sure there's some psychological correlation there between true crime addiction and crafting, right? Ever ...
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Breezeway Shawl, a beginner-friendly asymmetrical triangle wrap
Blackbird Mountain Designs was previously known as YarnyBird. Blog posts may contain references to YarnyBird. I truly never understood the value of a small local yarn store and spending time there, until recently. I live in Reno, Nevada, and one of our local yarn stores is the ever-popular ...
Nikki Lace Cowl, a beginner-friendly knit cowl pattern
Blackbird Mountain Designs was previously known as YarnyBird. Blog posts may contain references to YarnyBird. YOU GUYS!!! I've heard people say that once you start working with hand-dyed yarns (you know, the fancy expensive ones in your local yarn stores?) that you never want to quit them. ...
Twisted Amour Scarf, a beginner-friendly knit scarf pattern
Blackbird Mountain Designs was previously known as YarnyBird. Blog posts may contain references to YarnyBird. Last year, I released what has since become my most popular knit pattern - the Twisted Love Cowl. A couple months ago, I had someone reach out and inquire about modifying the cowl to ...
Classic Color Block Crochet Blanket Pattern
Blackbird Mountain Designs was previously known as YarnyBird. Blog posts may contain references to YarnyBird. We all have a go-to pattern. Something you love working up every time. The thing you like to give as a gift. The pattern you use to picture how all the pretty yarn you see will work ...
Candy Corn Hat Free Crochet Pattern
Blackbird Mountain Designs was previously known as YarnyBird. Blog posts may contain references to YarnyBird. I can't believe it's almost Halloween! Where has this year gone? My youngest turned 1 in August, and last Halloween she was too little to really worry about dressing up, because most ...