Tender by Maanel, was recently released and I have seen it all over Pintrest. I can not wait to see all the different versions that get worked up. Just in case you haven’t seen it, and yes it is FREE, here it is. Any fingering weight will do.
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tender-9
I have been looking for fun things to knit up that have a more casual look. So far, I am stuck on this Knitty pattern from last year. The Sugar Stick Scarf, by Kristen Byrnes. I think it would be fun to mix up some Dragonfly Traveler or Dyed in the Wool with a solid.
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sugar-stick-scarf
Enjoy!
~Heather