hello and welcome! My name is elise and i am an artist, knit designer, and part-time knitting teacher based in oakland, ca. I design and make everything in my shop by hand, with an emphasis on recycled materials, no-waste, and eco-friendliness. thanks for stopping by and thank you for supporting artists!

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SHOP UPDATE: 5/15/26

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SHOP UPDATE: 5/15/26 〰️

SPRING POP-UP SCHEDULE:

SATURDAY, MAY 16TH: ROOTED ON FOURTH 1-5PM @ FOURTH STREET makers row in BERKELEY


new pattern

Knitting Pattern: Sprout
$1.50

A friendly little sprout is the perfect way to recycle your le fermiere crocks.

I love to see what you make! Share your project on Instagram and tag me @elisemade, or via email to elisemade@gmail.com

Finished Dimensions

Sprout: 3 x 3.5” (7.6 x 8.9 cm)

In crock: 3 x 5.5” (7.6 x 14 cm)

Yarn & Yardage

Soil: 4g/14 yds fingering weight in brown

Sprout: 2g/7yds fingering weight in green

Needles

US 2 (2.75mm) using preferred small circumference method (DPNs, magic loop, 2 circulars)

Gauge

24 sts and 36 rows in 4”/10cm in stockinette stitch in the round

Tools

Tapestry needle
Polyfil stuffing
Clean & empty La Fermiere crock

Key

BO – bind off
CO – cast on
CDD – centered double decrease; slip two stitches knitwise, then knit the next stitch. Pass 2 slipped stitches over as if to bind off (2 stitches decreased)
K - knit
K2TOG – knit 2 stitches together (right-leaning decrease)
KFB – knit front and back (increase)
M1L – make one left (left -leaning increase)
M1R – make one right (right-leaning increase)
P - purl
SL1KW – slip one stitch knitwise with yarn in back
SSK – slip 2 stitches knitwise, knit these 2 sts together through the back loops (left-leaning decrease)
ST/STS – stitch/stitches

Note: instructions written inside square brackets are worked as a repeat across the round

Construction

Soil is knit starting at the bottom in round stockinette and then shaped with simple directional decreases. With remaining live stitches, color is changed and sprout stem is knit in icord. Finally, stitches are split to create leaves in flat garter stitch.

KNIT KIT: Sprout
$12.00

I am always looking for unique ways to recycle empty Crock Candles, so I designed the Sprout knitting pattern as a quick and cute way to add some green to any space.

These kits contain everything you need to knit your own tiny Sprout.

Kit includes:

  • 7 page pattern zine with photo references

  • Ravelry digital pattern download code

  • 6g brown fingering weight superwash wool for soil

  • 2g green fingering weight superwash wool for sprout

  • polyfill stuffing


new installation

phytophilia

a knit and crocheted celebration of houseplants

on view at uncommon threads march 6-may 28, 2026

select pieces available for purchase

introducing crock grow kits

keep the cycle of reuse going with a grow kit! contains everything you need to convert your empty crock candle into a mini flower garden

valentine’s day crock collection

3 brand new seductive scents in limited edition cherry-red crocks

rich persimmon

usher in luck and prosperity with this luxurious earthy-sweet scent


sale items!

Astrology Collection Candles
from $15.00

Limited Edition Astrology Collection features stamped designs in all 12 zodiac signs.

Earth (Capricorn, Taurus, Virgo): oud/tonka bean/amaretto/balsam

Air (Aquarius, Gemini, Libra): ozone/lemon/sage/eucalyptus/amber

Fire (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius): bergamot/coconut/amber/vanilla

Water (Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio): sea salt/eucalyptus/marine/teakwood

Handmade and poured in very small batches, these candles are made with high quality soy wax and essential oil fragrances. Each candle is made in recycled Le Fermiere ceramic yogurt crocks.

Crocks measure 2.5” x 3” and 4.9 oz (140 g).

The purpose of this project is to recycle the beautiful crocks in a meaningful way, and I hope you will also recycle it when your candle has finished burning! (Learn how to remove wax from old candle jars here.) Use the empty vessel to corral things like pens, beauty products, or knitting needles. The ceramic crocks are oven/microwave/dishwasher safe and can be used for cooking and baking. The glass crocks are microwave and dishwasher safe. They would also make a great home for a small plant or succulent, which in turn could make a great little gift!

Colorful Crock Candles
Sale Price: $15.00 Original Price: $20.00

Limited edition colorful crocks!

Handmade and poured in very small batches, these candles are made with high quality soy wax and essential oil fragrances. Each candle is made in recycled Le Fermiere ceramic yogurt crocks.

Crocks measure 2.5” x 3” and 4.9 oz (140 g).

Current scents:

Island Paradise (pineapple/mango/coconut milk)

Rum Swizzle (pineapple/passionfruit/coconut/mango)

The purpose of this project is to recycle the beautiful crocks in a meaningful way, and I hope you will also recycle it when your candle has finished burning! (Learn how to remove wax from old candle jars here.) Use the empty vessel to corral things like pens, beauty products, or knitting needles. The ceramic crocks are oven/microwave/dishwasher safe and can be used for cooking and baking. The glass crocks are microwave and dishwasher safe. They would also make a great home for a small plant or succulent, which in turn could make a great little gift!

Glass Crock Veladora "Prayer" Candles
$22.00

Specially cleansed, ritually dressed with a handcrafted herb blend, and imbued with strong magickal intention. Choose between:

Crafters Comfort

Scent: grapefruit/bergamot/thyme/lavender

raise the vibrations of creativity and inspiration while increasing patience, self-confidence, and calm focus

Love Magnet

Scent: green leaves/pear/cinnamon/sandalwood

manifests abundant self-love and confidence; boost and attracts romantic love and general happiness

Harmonious Healing

Scent: peppercorn/coriander/sage/chamomile/balsam

manifest healing of mental and physical wounds, restore harmony, and promote lasting calm

Spiritual Safeguard

Scent: eucalyptus/rosemary/sage/cedar

powerfully protects and promotes peace while guarding against negative vibrationns

Protect & Purify

Scent: chamomile/pear/sage/rose/lavender/palo santo

purifies and cleanses both mental and physical spaces while promoting health, happiness, and positivity

Road Opener

Scent: sage/eucalyptus/orange peel/pine/moss

powerfully clears blockages to open roads of abundance and a steady flow of luck and success

Handmade and poured in very small batches, these candles are made with high quality soy wax and essential oil fragrances. Each candle is made in recycled Le Fermiere glass yogurt crocks.

Crocks measure 2.5” x 3” and 4.9 oz (140 g).

The purpose of this project is to recycle the beautiful crocks in a meaningful way, and I hope you will also recycle it when your candle has finished burning! (Learn how to remove wax from old candle jars here.) Use the empty vessel to corral things like pens, beauty products, or knitting needles. The ceramic crocks are oven/microwave/dishwasher safe and can be used for cooking and baking. The glass crocks are microwave and dishwasher safe. They would also make a great home for a small plant or succulent, which in turn could make a great little gift!

SALE CROCK CANDLES - Last of the Batch
from $5.00

Help me clear the shelves by taking home these “Last of the Batch” selections!

Enjoy the lowest prices these candles have ever been! 

CROCKS

Sea Minerals (sea salt / sage / marine / teakwood)

Nag Champa (amber/rose/sandalwood/patchouli)

Antique Library (teakwood/cedar/patchouli/sandalwood)

Cafe de Olla (clove/cinnamon/vanilla/cream)

Green Tea Lemongrass (lemongrass/green tea/musk/jasmine)

Island Paradise (pineapple/mango/coconut milk)

TRAVEL SIZE

Morning Matcha (bergamot/green tea/sandalwood)

Sun & Moon (grapefruit/sage/lavender/amber)

Dry Gin Cocktail (juniper/red currant/cypress/cedar)


SHOP CANDLES

quality soy wax and luxurious unique fragrances hand-poured in curated recycled containers

SHOP ACCESSORIES

find bags, bag charms, minimalist gemstone jewelry, and other treasures

SHOP HANDMADE ALL NATURAL BEAUTY

luxury body oils, bath salts, and healing salves all handcrafted from high-quality, 100% natural and organic ingredients

SHOP TURKEY LEG HATS

choose from 4 sizes to fit the whole family

order by november 15th, 2025 to receive your hats by thanksgiving

SHOP HOME GOODS & DECOR

handmade wall hangings, storage baskets, knit planters, pillows, and more

SHOP NOTIONS & KITS

knitting kits, stitch markers, and other unique handmade goods for makers


Knitting & Crochet Patterns

available for purchase on my website and ravelry


FOR PATTERN SUPPORT, COMMISSIONS, COLLABORATIONS, AND OTHER INQUIRIES, PLEASE CONTACT ME: