I am an artist, but every now and then I draft a sewing pattern for personal use. If I think others may enjoy the use of a pattern I make, I scan it in, make it a pdf and let you have it for free. If you are feeling munificent and want to pay for the patterns, I ask that you donate to a charitable cause, instead. They need the money more than I do. In particular, I encourage people to donate to the National Brain Tumor Society in honor of my close friend's daughter Samara, who has been dealing with brain cancer since she was 4 years old. Please donate what you are able. Even $2 is $2 more research money than NBTS had before you clicked the donate button.

Also, on a somewhat random note, I have written a tutorial for newbie sailboarders, entitled Yakityak's Basic Windsurfing Guide for Noobs. It comes complete with handy-dandy diagrams for your viewing pleasure.

As of now, I have 6 sewing patterns available. The newest is a needle case pattern that I drafted in anticipation of a big crewel project. (And I promise this handy little case is not a big cruel project!)

• Yakityak's NeedleBook of Wonders! This sleek little sewing aid has a hanging loop, 4 leaves for needles, a handy pocket for needle threaders, a very secure elasticized pocket for a thimble and the cutest wee little box pleat you've ever seen.
• A 6-panel Kippah Pattern This fast and easy pattern allows you to make a kippah out of any stable (non-stretchy) material. With the enormous variety of quilting cottons out there, your imagination is the only limit. Child-size and adult-size are on the same pattern sheet. You can see a photo of actual kippahs being worn on (adorable) heads in my blog.
• A Travel Tissue Pack This is a super fast project - about 15 minutes from cutting out to done. Make a small pack to keep those travel-sized tissues easily accessible and clean. A great item to have during cold and flu season - make it as fancy or plain as you like... keep for yourself or give as a cute little token of affection.
• Here is the Toddler/Travel Pillow Pattern These make well-constructed pillow cases and pillow covers that are perfect for kids who are too small to use an adult sized pillow. This is also a great pillow case pattern for those "bucky" pillows that are much smaller than standard size, or for travel-use. 12" X 16" pillow-forms are a standard size available at many sewing retail chain stores.
• Here is the Yak Snack Pack Pattern. Use these easy-to-make, easy-to-clean reusable bags instead of plastic sandwich baggies. No corners = no place for crumbs to collect. The blog entry contains more details.
• Here is the iPod Cover Pattern Using this pattern, you can make yourself an iPod cover that has moderate padding (enough to protect against run-of-the-mill bumps and scratches but not a major insult) and an original fabric cover, unique to you! This pattern allows for a sync cable slot in the cover. The pattern comes in two separate pdf files. You'll need them both. One is the pattern pieces and the other is the instructions. And, NB... sigh. Technology advances and this is turning into a "vintage pattern" before my eyes. This cover is only for the iPod classics. It could be narrowed for a nano, but it's no go for the Touch.
• Here is the iPod Cover Pattern instructions