Amy Gunderson

Amy Gunderson

Amy Gunderson is a Midwest transplant living in beautiful North Carolina with her husband and their adorable yellow lab, Suzy. She works full time as Creative Lead for Universal Yarn, and does independent design in her spare time.

Projects by Amy Gunderson

Mister Monster

From the issue

Have fun helping your little one learn motor skills with this teaching toy. Mister Monster teaches how to zip, button, and tie a bow!

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Seaglass Tank

From the issue

Amplify your inner sparkle with this classy tank. It will keep you feeling light and elegant in the warmer temperatures, and the linen yarn also provides excellent drape and breathability.

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Sunbeam Puzzle Ball

From the issue

Summer is all about having a little fun, so work up this bright puzzle ball for yourself or as a creative gift. This quick project is a blast to crochet because you can mix and match colors and shapes to add your personality to the puzzle. Make all the sides smooth like Segments 1 & 2, or all of them pointy like Segment 3!

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Flyaway Feathered Vest

From the issue

You’ll be ready to spread your wings and fly when you start working up the feathery edges of this breezy vest. Once you’re finished, enjoy the endless style options: pin one or both sides to your shoulder, wear it open, tie the fronts together or wear it as a scarf.

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Retro Bookstore Tee

From the issue

Everything about this tee makes us fall back in love with the retro style of the 60s. The flutter sleeves, shaped waist and high lace neckline are irresistible. Really make this piece your own by working up the join-as-you-go motifs.

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Belle of the Ball Wrap

From the issue

Let your inner heroine shine on your next night out! Worked in one piece from the top down, this irresistible shawl stands out from the crowd with its combination of several lace patterns and dramatic drape.

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Aloe Bloom Shawl

From the issue

Light as a feather, this lacy shawl will still provide a delicate warmth to your shoulders. The shape is ¾ circle, allowing the piece to sit nicely on your shoulders.

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On the Move Throw

From the issue

This versatile throw shows that the right colors can truly make a design come together. Using strategically variegated yarn, this throw can be yours in no time at all.

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Perfectly Plaid Purses

From the issue

Functional yet cute, these little purses will hold all of your important things! The clutch-sized purse is also great for holding hooks, stitch markers or any other small crafting tools you might need.

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Sugar Plum Hat & Cowl

From the issue

Lush, three-dimensional texture is the name of the game in this sweet hat and cowl set. Hat brim and cowl borders are worked sideways while the crossed lattice pattern is worked vertically. Complete with a pom pom that reminds us of a sugar plum, this is the set you should make this season.

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