About me
Hi! I'm Sarah Dawn, and I specialize in accessible and inclusive knit and crochet pattern designs.
LGBTQIA+, Person with disabilities
Most or all of my patterns have the following inclusivity features:
- Low vision accessible and include a large print version either automatically or on request
- Colour blindness accessible i.e. does not exclusively use colour to convey information
- Screen reader compatible
- Size inclusive and/or size-independent
- Charted and written instructions
- Non-gendered
How to get in touch with me: Email: SarahDawnsDesigns@gmail.com
Can you share my images (attributed, with no edits): Yes. Some images will have Photo Credits listed, please credit the photographer where possible where possible.
Pronouns: she/her
Purchasable patterns
Note: All prices shown are listed in US dollars. For designers who sell in US dollars, the prices are accurate. For designers who sell in other currencies, the prices have been converted to US dollars using a recent exchange rate and are therefore approximates.
28 purchasable patterns
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Alpine Hat
Alpine Hat
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Crochet
- Category: Hat
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Three: Head Circumference of 17 (23, 25.5) inches (43, 56, 65 cm)
- Yarn weight: DK
- Total yardage needed: 156 to 231 yards
- Gauge: 12 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches in Double Crochet
- Hooks/needles: 3.5 mm (E)
- Inclusive features: Instructions available for low-vision readers
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Anghymesur Shawl
Anghymesur Shawl
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Shawl/wrap
- For: Adults
- Sizing: One, Adjustable
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 463 yards
- Gauge: 36 stitches and 40 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 2½ - 3.0 mm
- Inclusive features: Instructions available for low-vision readers
Photo: Kellie Nuss for Knotions Magazine
Ar Lan y Môr Socks
Ar Lan y Môr Socks
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Footwear
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Two Sizes: Leg Circumference: 7 (8.25) inches, 18 (21) cm
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 437 yards
- Gauge: 32 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 1 - 2.25 mm
- Inclusive features: Instructions available for low-vision readers
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Celtic Hood
Celtic Hood
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Hat
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Adult Sizes Small and Large: Hood Depth: 9.75 (10.75) inches, 25(27.5)cm. Top of Neck to Top Seam: 12(14) inches, 30.5 (35.5) cm
- Yarn weight: Worsted
- Total yardage needed: 1100 to 1500 yards
- Gauge: 24 stitches and 29 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 6 - 4.0 mm
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Cherry Blossom hat
Cherry Blossom hat
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Crochet
- Category: Hat
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Two: Head Head Circumference: 20.5 (24.75) inches (52, 63 cm)
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 150 to 183 yards
- Gauge: 15.5 stitches and 9 rows = 4 inches in Cherry Blossom Stitch
- Hooks/needles: 3.5 mm (E)
- Inclusive features: Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Colours of Spring Shawl
Colours of Spring Shawl
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Shawl/wrap
- For: Adults
- Sizing: One Size; 76 inch (193 cm) Wingspan, 22 inch (56 cm) depth. Size is adjustable.
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 880 yards
- Gauge: 24 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches in stocking stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 4 - 3.5 mm
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Convertible Mittens
Convertible Mittens
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Handwear
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Hand Circumference: 7 (7.5, 8, 8.5, 9) inches (18, 19, 20.5, 21.5, 23) cm, measured at base of knuckles.
- Yarn weight: Aran
- Total yardage needed: 176 to 291 yards
- Gauge: 20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 3 - 3.25 mm
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Cosmic Crochet Cowl
Cosmic Crochet Cowl
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Crochet
- Category: Scarf/cowl
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Sizes Available: S, (M, L), single-wrap cowl, and [S, L] infinity scarf/long cowl.
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 184 to 322 yards
- Gauge: 26 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches in Star Stitch
- Hooks/needles: 3.5 mm (E)
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: I Like Knitting
Crisial Cowl
Crisial Cowl
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Scarf/cowl
- For: Adults
- Sizing: One, Adjustable. 30 inch (70 cm) Circumference.
- Yarn weight: Aran
- Total yardage needed: 137 to 215 yards
- Gauge: 13 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 8 - 5.0 mm
- Inclusive features: Instructions available for low-vision readers
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Diamond Lace Boot Toppers
Diamond Lace Boot Toppers
- Price: $4.12
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Other accessory
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Leg Circumference: 10 (11.5, 13, 14.5) inches, (25.5, 29, 33, 37 cm)
- Yarn weight: Worsted
- Total yardage needed: 168 to 242 yards
- Gauge: 22 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 3 - 3.25 mm
- Inclusive features: Instructions available for low-vision readers
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Garden Lace Socks
Garden Lace Socks
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Footwear
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Small (Large). Leg Circumference 7.5 (9) inches, 19 (23) cm. Leg and Foot Length are adjustable.
- Yarn weight: Sport
- Total yardage needed: 294 to 349 yards
- Gauge: 32 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches in stocking stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 1 - 2.25 mm
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Garden Trellis Fingerless Mittens
Garden Trellis Fingerless Mittens
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Crochet
- Category: Handwear
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Wrist Circumference: 6.5 (7.5, 8.5, 9.5) inches, (16.5, 19, 21.5, 24.13 cm) Cuff Length: Adjustable, sample shown worked to 6.5 inches (16.5 cm)
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 184 to 269 yards
- Gauge: 12 stitches and 13 rows = 4 inches in Pattern Stitch
- Hooks/needles: 3.5 mm (E)
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Garden Trellis Hat
Garden Trellis Hat
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Crochet
- Category: Hat
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Sizes Available: S, (M, L) Head Circumference: 17.5 (22, 26) inches, (44.5, 56, 66 cm)
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 200 to 300 yards
- Gauge: 12 stitches and 11 rows = 4 inches in Trellis Lace Stitch
- Hooks/needles: 3.5 mm (E)
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Ice Cream Sundae Socks
Ice Cream Sundae Socks
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Footwear
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Adult Small and Large (60 and 72 st cast on)
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 327 to 377 yards
- Gauge: 34 stitches and 40 rows = 4 inches in stocking stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 0 - 2.0 mm
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Knit Picks
MacAskill Scarf
MacAskill Scarf
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Scarf/cowl
- For: Adults
- Sizing: 13.5 x 55 not including optional fringe.
- Yarn weight: Worsted
- Total yardage needed: Minimum 584 yards
- Gauge: 15 stitches and 17 rows = 4 inches in Scarf Cable Pattern, blocked (gauge for this project is approximate, changes will affect the amount of yarn used and the size.)
- Hooks/needles: 7.0 mm
- Inclusive features: Instructions available for low-vision readers
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Marianna Shawl
Marianna Shawl
- Price: $5.25
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Shawl/wrap
- For: Adults
- Sizing: One: 68 inches/170 cm Square
- Yarn weight: Lace
- Total yardage needed: 1578 yards
- Gauge: 32 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 4 - 3.5 mm
- Inclusive features: Instructions available for low-vision readers
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Mitered Drawstring Project Bag
Mitered Drawstring Project Bag
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Bag
- For: The home
- Sizing: One Size, 16 inch (40 cm) circumference
- Yarn weight: Aran
- Total yardage needed: 175 to 200 yards
- Gauge: 18 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 5 - 3.75 mm
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Necessity of Innovation Legwarmers
Necessity of Innovation Legwarmers
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Other accessory
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Seven: To fit Thigh Circumference: 14, (17, 20, 23), [25, 28, 31] inches (36, 43, 50, 58), [66, 71, 79] cm.
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 508 to 1426 yards
- Gauge: 20 stitches and 34 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 2½ - 3.0 mm
- Inclusive features: Instructions available for low-vision readers
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Pine Cone Gloves
Pine Cone Gloves
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Handwear
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Sizes Available: XS, (S, M, L) Wrist Circumference: 6 (7.5, 9, 10.5) inches, (15, 19, 23 26.5 cm)
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 226 to 704 yards
- Gauge: 32 stitches and 48 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 0 - 2.0 mm
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
- Colour-blind accessible
Selcouth Hat
Selcouth Hat
- Price: $7.99
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Hat
- For: Adults
- Sizing: 16" circumference at brim, 21 ¼" circumference at widest point, and 9" tall with brim folded 2"
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 384 yards
- Gauge: 34 stitches and 41 rows = 4 inches in charted patt
- Hooks/needles: US 3 - 3.25 mm
Photo: Douvlak Photography
Snowdrop Lace Cowl
Snowdrop Lace Cowl
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Scarf/cowl
- For: Adults
- Sizing: One
- Yarn weight: Super-bulky or bigger
- Total yardage needed: 135 yards
- Gauge: 12 stitches and 15 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 10 - 6.0 mm
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Spiralling Star Fingerless Mittens
Spiralling Star Fingerless Mittens
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Handwear
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Hand Circumference: 6.5 (7, 8, 9) inches, 16.5, (18, 20, 23) cm.
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 150 to 310 yards
- Gauge: 28 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches in Star Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 1½ - 2.5 mm, US 2 - 2.75 mm
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Spring Leaves Market Bag
Spring Leaves Market Bag
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Bag
- For: The home
- Sizing: 36 inch (91.5 cm) circumference at widest point, 18 inches (45.75 cm) from pinhole cast on to cast off edge.
- Yarn weight: Aran
- Total yardage needed: 230 to 250 yards
- Gauge: 12 stitches and 16 rows = 4 inches in stocking stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 10 - 6.0 mm
- Inclusive features: Instructions available for low-vision readers
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Statement Cable Scarf
Statement Cable Scarf
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Scarf/cowl
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Sizes Available: One (adjustable). Sample shown with a width of 9 inches (23 cm), and length of 40 inches (105.5 cm)
- Yarn weight: Bulky
- Total yardage needed: 360 to 238 yards
- Gauge: 14 stitches and 16 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: 7.0 mm
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions include captioned video
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Statement Cabled Socks
Statement Cabled Socks
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Footwear
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Sizes Available: Four: Adult S, M, L, and XL. Leg/Foot Circumference: 7 (8, 9, 10) inches (18, 20.5, 23 25.5 cm)
- Yarn weight: Aran
- Total yardage needed: 160 to 232 yards
- Gauge: 26 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 3 - 3.25 mm
- Inclusive features:
- Instructions available for low-vision readers
- Instructions are screen reader accessible
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Woodland Hat
Woodland Hat
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Hat
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Head Circumference: 21 (23) inches, 53 (58.5) cm
- Yarn weight: Worsted
- Total yardage needed: 366 to 420 yards
- Gauge: 18 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches in Stocking Stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 7 - 4.5 mm, US 6 - 4.0 mm
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Woodland Mittens
Woodland Mittens
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Handwear
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Hand Circumference: 6.5 (7, 8, 9) inches, 16.5, (18, 20, 23) cm.
- Yarn weight: DK
- Total yardage needed: 175 to 310 yards
- Gauge: 20 stitches and 34 rows = 4 inches in stocking stitch
- Hooks/needles: US 4 - 3.5 mm
Photo: Stephanie Wallace
Wrought Mithril Hat
Wrought Mithril Hat
- Price: $4.50
- Craft: Knitting
- Category: Hat
- For: Adults
- Sizing: Head Circumference: 19.5 (22.25) inches, 49.5 (57) cm.
- Yarn weight: Fingering
- Total yardage needed: 227 to 265 yards
- Gauge: 33 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches in Cable Pattern
- Hooks/needles: US 3 - 3.25 mm
- Inclusive features: Instructions available for low-vision readers