Nazanin S. Fard is a knitting/crochet designer with more than 700 published designs, dating all the way back to 1992. She started self-publishing some designs in 2007 in an electronic format offered on her website. Her designs are regularly published in magazines and on yarn company websites. Nazanin became interested in knitting at around age four, when her mom started knitting for her unborn sister. She learned then and hardly ever put down her knitting needles.
Nazanin learned to crochet from her craft teacher in middle school since using a hook instead of two needles always intrigued her.
Unique cables grace the front and back of this throw pillow for a trendy yet classic addition to your home. Worked in two pieces and joined at the end, this intermediate pattern is a great way to get used to working with front post double crochet.
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Adella is a beautiful half circle shawl that is worked from top down. In fact, it is more of a three-quarter shawl which will stay on the shoulder because of the shape. To create an eye-pleasing look, popcorns have been added at points of increases every other row until shawl is at the appropriate length. The bottom edge is a row of popcorns and to complete the look.
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Ophelia begins with a length of beautiful lace edging. When the edging is the desired length then the body of the shawl begins by working on the straight edge of the edging. Decreases are made at the beginning, center and end of every other row until the center stitches are joined together. The work keeps going faster and faster as it progresses as the number of stitches keeps decreasing.
View ProjectFrom the February 2019 issue
A perfect stashbuster candidate, the Azalea Poncho is lacy and cozy which makes it a great transitional piece in between shifting seasons. Work the lace granny square motif in a variety of colors for a whimsical look or stick to your favorite color for a more subtle result.
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Margot is a beautiful scarf worked in gradient yarn. It follows the beautiful Queen Anne’s pattern which is very elegant and airy. Have fun playing with multiple colorways to create a lovely look that’s uniquely you.
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This is a gorgeous floral motif pattern that’s ideal for fall. The center starts with a floral design that’s worked in different colors to create an eye-catching piece of home décor. You’ll love how effortlessly this pattern fits into your home.
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This is a gorgeous cardigan worked in floral motifs that are joined as you go, which means no after-pattern sewing! Featuring a wide, square neckline and three-quarter length sleeves, this classic top boasts the perfect spring fit.
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This shawl is worked in lacy granny triangles. Each triangle begins with a floral shape but when they are joined, another pattern emerges at the joining points which looks like a star. Dress up a sweater or a dress with this stunning design.
View ProjectFrom the August 2017 issue
Combine a v-shape shell stitch with a simple pineapple stitch to create the perfect summer vest. With no sewing involved, this vest is worked from shoulder down and finished with 3 buttons.
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You’ve seen granny square shawls before, but you probably haven’t seen one with such a unique shape. The crisp outlines of the floral motifs are stunning, matched by the angular geometry of the squares’ placement. This shawl skillfully adds a modern touch to a beloved classic.
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