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Mary Beth Temple

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Mary Beth Temple is an author and designer of both knitting and crochet patterns. Her work appears frequently in knitting and crochet magazines in the US and UK, and she is also the owner and lead designer for the popular pattern line Hooked for Life, which is available both online and in select independent yarn stores.

Mary Beth is the author of many books and booklets, most recently Arm Knitting and Finger Knitting, both from Design Originals. You can also catch her teaching at yarn stores and fiber conventions across the country!

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Projects by Mary Beth Temple

Rainbow Chevron Knit Pillow Pattern

From the April 2015 issue

Brighten up your space with the vibrant and cozy Rainbow Chevron Pillow! Featuring a stunning knit lace chevron pattern, this design cleverly allows glimpses of the colorful fabric lining to peek through, creating a dynamic and eye-catching effect. Both sides of the pillow are knit and joined with an applied I-cord edging for a polished, reversible finish.

Soft, stylish, and endlessly cheerful, this pillow is not just a comfortable addition to your home but also a statement piece that invites warmth and charm to any room. Perfect for adding a playful touch to a couch, bed, or favorite reading nook!

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Heartwood Cushion

From the August 2014 issue

Refresh your home décor with the Heartwood Cushion, a quick and satisfying knit that adds a vibrant touch to any space. Featuring a striking mitered-square design, this cushion is elevated by elegant I-cord embellishments that create a polished finish. The pattern is an excellent way to showcase the tonal beauty of hand-dyed yarn, making each piece uniquely yours. Whether you’re brightening up a living room or adding a cozy accent to a bedroom, this cushion is a fun and cost-effective way to introduce color and texture to your home.

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Contour Color Blocked Summer Top

From the August 2014 issue

This is the perfect top for summer, knit in cool mercerized cotton yarn and a simple stitch pattern, combined with stylish color-blocking and fun I-cord details. This fun contoured top is a snap to stitch and to wear, but the details keep things interesting both on the needles and out on the town. Do you need a quick refresher on the basic cast-on method? Check out our video tutorial below!

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Lightweight Luna Sweater

From the August 2014 issue

Soft as clouds, this comfy mohair sweater is made with modified drop shoulders help you avoid underarm bulk while keeping with the simple shaping. This super lightweight sweater is great to throw on for a trip to the beach or to have nearby for any suddenly chilly summer nights.

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Quarry Cabled Scarf

From the December 2014 issue

Soft and tweedy, this hooded scarf adds to its textured look with a pair of diamond-shaped cables. Worked bottom-up in two pieces, all of the shaping for the hood takes place outside the cable panel, so it’s still a great piece for those who are new to cables.

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