These are some links to patterns that I found useful. I am not the designer of any of these patterns, just an admirer.

Poncho Generator

Dishcloth patterns

Multidirectional Diagonal Scarf

Elann
Elann has a really nice selection of yarn at really great prices.

Yarnela
An ebay store that carries Noro yarns.

Yarn Forward
This store is based in Canada, so shipping time is a little long. But, I got a great price on Mission Falls 1824 Cotton from them.

Skein lane
My local yarn shop.