We are thrilled to showcase the talent of local designer Megan Gonzalez as part of our Local Yarn Store Day celebration! Come see some of these gorgeous designs in person April 15th through May 4th and stop by to say "Hello!" on Saturday, April 27th as Megan joins us for LYS Day! 

Can't make it in? You can find all of these patterns on Etsy and Ravelry and yarn links are included below. A brief biography is also included for Megan, but we have a great interview with her that you can find as part of our Maker Feature series!

Featured Patterns

Waveform

A beautiful tubular cowl designed in MFY's very own Bibi Twist! The slipped stitch pattern creates waves of color perfect for high contrast colors. We also love that Megan includes three different methods for casting on and finishing!

Recommended yarn is Bibi Twist - a fingering weight, 85% superwash Merino wool/15% nylon blend.

Winter Lake Cowl

A cowl made with Lake Michigan in mind - from the broken rib texture to the combination of wool and mohair. Stay warm in style, even as the wind comes in off the icy waters.

Recommended yarns are Rowan Kidsilk Haze - a lace weight, 70% kid mohair/30% silk blend - and Malabrigo Mechita - a fingering weight, 100% superwash Merino wool blend.

Zephyros

A lightweight pullover fit for Spring, the Zephyros sweater has a deep V neckline and generous positive ease to flatter any figure and sway in the breeze.

Recommended yarn is The Fibre Co. Cirro - a sport weight, 40% Suri alpaca/40% organic cotton/20% Merino wool blend.

Zephyros Cardigan

Sister to the Zephyros sweater above, the Zephyros Cardigan sports an option for long sleeves or short, and the classic V neck and button band make this a staple that will be worn all year long!

Recommended yarn is The Fibre Co. Cirro - a sport weight, 40% Suri alpaca/40% organic cotton/20% Merino wool blend.

Mountain Melody

Simple cables that create a stunning vista of mountains make this hat both eye catching and a joy to knit! Try the pattern out here, and if you love it as much as we think you will...you'll want to make the matching Mountain Song sweater!

Recommended yarn is Blue Sky Fibers Skyland - a DK weight, 40% fine highland wool/30% baby alpaca, 30% silk blend.

Silver Dusk

Knit in the round, the floats are hidden inside this mobius, mosaic patterned cowl. The colorwork pattern is perfect for new mosaic knitters as the floats are short and avoid tension issues, and with the color changes in the contrasting yarn - chef's kiss!

Recommended yarns are Malabrigo Sock - a fingering weight, 100% superwash Merino wool - and Schoppel Wolle Zauberball Crazy - a fingering weight, 75% virgin wool/25% nylon blend.

Truly Madly

A mosaic cowl that is "easy to make but stunning to wear!" We love the two-color pattern of slipped stitched that we know you'll find addicting to work on!

Recommended yarn is Madelinetosh Tosh DK - a DK weight, 100% superwash Merino wool.

About Megan

Megan has been crocheting since kindergarten and only learned to knit about five years ago! She has taken that love for the fiber arts into designing patterns for the modern woman. She understands balancing the demands of day-to-day life with carving out a place and time for creativity. Whether you're looking for a project to challenge you and help you grow, or a meditative piece to restore and relax, Megan has what you need.

You can connect with Megan on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Etsy, Ravelry and YouTube.  

For more information on click over to Megan's website!