Maybel Vest - digital knitting pattern - PDF

Summer is peak butterfly season with warm, sunny weather that sends colorful creatures fluttering through our gardens.
Why not take a closer look at them? Let’s grab a lawn chair, a mojito and your favorite cotton-linen blend, and start knitting a summer tee brimming with butterflies.

“Motyle” (Polish for butterflies) is a simple summer tee with an elegant twist. It is knit seamlessly from the top down with short-row neckline and shoulder shaping. Plenty of increases on both front and back make for a smooth, pucker-free transition between the butterfly shoulder strip and the main part of the garment.
The tee got its name from the intricate butterfly-shaped lace pattern featured on the shoulder bands, with a matching detail at the bottom of the front. Hem and sleeve edges are worked in double knitting for reinforcement and to prevent the fabric from rolling.

Materials:
* Dye Dye Done Co-Lin (60% cotton, 40% linen): 100g/ 382 yards 350 meters
2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4) skeins or approx. 690 (750, 810, 880, 960, 1050, 1140, 1230, 1320, 1410, 1500) yards 630 (685, 740, 800, 880, 960, 1040, 1120, 1210, 1290, 1370) meters.
Sample is size S1 worn with 2.5” 6.5 cm of positive ease, knit in colorways “Straw”.

• US 2½ – 3 mm 24” 60 cm & 60” 150 cm; US 3 – 3.25 mm 24” 60 cm & 60” 150 cm circular needles or double pointed needles
• cable needle
• 5 stitch markers in one color (A)
• 2 stitch markers in a second color (B)
• stitch holders or scrap yarn
• tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, S1, M, M1, L, L1, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)

Bust circumference: 34.5 (36.5, 38.5, 40.25, 42.5, 44.5, 46.5, 50.5, 54.5, 58.5, 62.5)“ 86.5 (91, 96, 100.5, 106.5, 111, 116, 126.5, 136, 146.5, 156) cm.

To fit sizes: 32 (34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60)“ 81 (86, 91.5, 96.5, 101.5, 106.5, 111.5, 122, 132, 142, 152.5) cm.

Faded knitwear is still very popular, not to mention great for using up single skeins!

This loose-fitting seamless sweater, worked top down with unconventional overlong trumpet sleeves, is your canvas to play with colors.

With the stitch pattern, born out of improvising with increases, I came up when I wanted to create something more intricate, with a unique color scheme and an interesting texture that would appeal to the wild girl in every knitter, too.

Here, you can turn the general idea and technical recommendations for blending colorways into your very own color adventure in knit. Detailed fading instructions are included on page 4 of the pattern. It is up to you to decide whether you’d like to work this garment in one color, emphasizing the texture of the pretty twisted ribbing lines, or from the minimum of three to as many colors as you like from your riotous remnant basket.

Materials:
* Dye Dye Done Cashmelicious (80% Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon): 100g/ 382 yards 349 meters
Yardage requirements for single color sweater: 3 (4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5) skeins or approx. 1100 (1170, 1250, 1330, 1430, 1530, 1630, 1750, 1900) yards 1005 (1070, 1140, 1220, 1310, 1400, 1490, 1600, 1740) meters
Yardage requirements for three color sweater: 4 (4, 4, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7) skeins or approx. 1190 (1320, 1430, 1580, 1730, 1890, 2050, 2230, 2410) yards 1090 (1210, 1310, 1440, 1580, 1730, 1870, 2040, 2200) metersardage requirements for each color please refer to page 4).

• US 3 – 3.25 mm 24” 60 cm & 60” 150 cm circular needles or double pointed needles
• US 4 – 3.5 mm 24” 60 cm & 60” 150 cm circular needles or double pointed needles
• 4 stitch markers in one color (A), 16 stitch markers in a second color (B), 1 stitch marker in a third color (BOR)
• stitch holders or scrap yarn
• a row counter (recommended)
• tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, S1, M, M1, L, L1, XL, 2XL)
Bust circumference: 36.75 (39.5, 41.25, 42.75, 45.5, 47.25, 48.75, 53.25, 57.5)“ 92 (98.5, 103, 107, 113.5, 118, 122, 133, 143.5) cm.
To fit sizes: 32 (34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 48, 52)” 81 (86, 91.5, 96.5, 101.5, 106.5, 111.5, 122, 132) cm.

The sweater is meant to be worn with approx. 5” 12.5 cm of positive ease.

Gauge:
28 sts and 35 rows per 4” 10 cm in Twisted Stitch Ribbing with larger needles, washed and blocked. Sample is size S1 worn with 5” 12.5 cm of positive ease knit in colorways “Dizzy Sheep” (C1), “Granite Marbles” (C2), and “Forest at Dusk” (C3).

If you like circular yoke sweaters, but don’t care much about the good-girl look usually associated with garments constructed in this manner, try this one for a change: “Yokester” is a seamless sweater worked from the top down with a circular yoke, featuring a wide neckline, contemporary large-holed lace pattern on the yoke and asymmetrical ribbing at the hem – certainly not your run-of-the-mill pullover! It comes with two sleeve length options and optional fading instructions if using hand-dyed yarn. The two versions shown are knit in: short-sleeve option with fading effect in Dye Dye Done Alpa-Si-Li (50% Alpaca, 25% Silk, 25% Linen): 100g/ 437 yards [400 meters]; long-sleeve version in Dye Dye Done Delicious (70% Alpaca, 20% Silk, 10% Cashmere): 100g/ 437 yards [400 meters].

Its loose fit could almost be called oversize – choose one size smaller if you prefer a more fitted sweater.

Materials:
* Dye Dye Done Alpa-Si-Li (50% Alpaca, 25% Silk, 25% Linen): 100g/ 437 yards [400 meters]
Dye Dye Done Delicious (70% Alpaca, 20% Silk, 10% Cashmere): 100g/ 437 yards [400 meters]
Short sleeved version: 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3) skeins or approx. 700 (750, 800, 860, 930, 1000, 1070, 1140, 1210) yards [640 (690, 730, [790, 850, 920], 980, 1050, 1100) meters].
Long sleeved version: 3 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4, 5) skeins or approx. 1080 (1150, 1220, [1300, 1390, 1500], 1600, 1710, 1820) yards\ 990 (1050, 1115, [1190, 1270, 1370], 1460, 1560, 1660) meters]. Samples are size S1 worn with 5.5” [14 cm] of positive ease knit in colorways “Forest at Dusk” and “Starling” (short sleeved version) and “Moria” (long sleeved version).

• US 2½ – 3 mm 24” [60 cm] & 60” [150 cm] circular needles or double pointed needles
• US 3 – 3.25 mm 24” [60 cm] & 60” [150 cm] circular needles or double pointed needles
• 4 stitch markers in one color (A)
• 3 stitch markers in a second color (B)
• stitch holders or scrap yarn
• tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, S1, [M, M1, L], L1, XL, 2XL)

Bust circumference: 37.5 (39.5, 41.25, [43.25, 45, 47], 49, 52.75, 56.5)“ [93.5 (98.5, 103, [108, 112.5, 117.5], 122.5, 132, 141.5) cm].

To fit sizes: 32 (34, 36, [38, 40, 42], 44, 48, 52)“ [81 (86, 91.5, [96.5, 101.5, 106.5], 111.5, 122, 132) cm].

The sweater is meant to be worn with approx. 5.5” [14 cm] of positive ease.

Gauge:
25 sts and 34 rows per 4” [10 cm] in stockinette stitch with larger needles, washed and blocked.

“Crown” is an unisex, slouchy style hat with textured brim.

Materials
* Dye Dye Done Yakalicious DK (60% Merino, 20% Silk, 20% Yak) 115g/ 231 yards (211 meters); 1 skein or approx. 190 yards (175 meters) of DK weight yarn that knits up to gauge.
The sample is knit with “Currcuma” colorway.
* US 4 [3.5 mm] & 6 [4 mm] 16" (40 cm) circular needles or DPNs
* Cable needle
* One stitch marker
* Tapestry needle
One Size
To fit an average adult head. Will stretch to comfortably fit up to 24" (61 cm).
Gauge
22 sts and 28 rounds per 4" [10 cm] in reverse Stockinette stitch with larger needles after blocking.
Make sure to obtain correct gauge; adjust needle size if needed.

Pattern available in the following languages:English.

“Rippling Around” is a long-sleeved sweater with circular yoke, worked seamlessly from the top down. The textured and openwork stitch patterns on the yoke, the asymmetrical ribbing at the hem, and last but not least the color, remind of water sloshing around in a washbasin.

Materials:

* Dye Dye Done Stella (75% Merino, 20% Nylon, 5% Stellina): 100g/ 437 yards 400 meters – 3 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4, 5) skeins or approx. 1080 (1150, 1220, 1300, 1390, 1500, 1600, 1710, 1820) yards 990 (1050, 1115, 1190, 1270, 1370, 1460, 1560, 1660) meters of fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge.
Sample is size S1 worn with 5.5” 14 cm of positive ease knit in colorway “Coastline Cottage”.

• US 2½ – 3 mm 24” 60 cm & 60” 150 cm circular needles or double pointed needles
• US 4 – 3.5 mm 24” 60 cm & 60” 150 cm circular needles or double pointed needles
• 1 stitch marker in one color (BOR)
• 4 stitch markers in a second color (B)
• 3 stitch markers in a third color (C)
• stitch holders or scrap yarn
• tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, S1, M, M1, L, L1, XL, 2XL)

Bust circumference: 36.5 (38.75, 41.25, 43.5, 44.75, 47.25, 47.75, 52.75, 57)“ 91.5 (97, 103, 109, 112, 118, 119.5, 132, 142.5) cm.

To fit sizes: 32 (34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 48, 52)“ 81 (86, 91.5, 96.5, 101.5, 106.5, 111.5, 122, 132) cm.

The sweater is meant to be worn with approx. 5.5” 14 cm of positive ease.

Gauge:
25 sts and 36 rows per 4” 10 cm in Stockinette stitch (st st) with larger needles, washed and blocked.

„Gryfno Frela“ (Silesian dialect for „Pretty Girl“) is a long, narrow shawl worked top down from the nape out, featuring a two-color brioche pattern.

Individual wedge segments are shaped with short rows. The border is knit from side to side and attached to the shawl as you go.

Materials:
* Dye Dye Done Single Merino (100% Merino): 100g/ 400 yards 366 meters or any fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge.

You will need 2 colors: 2 skeins or approx. 600 yards 550 meters in Color 1 (C1) and 2 skeins or approx. 437 yards 400 meters in Color 2 (C2).
The sample is made with colorways: „Into the Woods“ (C1) and „Indian Summer“ (C2).

• US 4 – 3.5 mm 40” 100 cm circular needle
• two US 2½ – 3 mm double pointed needles
• Stitch marker
• Tapestry needle
• Cable needle

One size:
Finished measurements: length (outer edge): 70.75” 180 cm; depth (center): 17.25” 44 cm

Gauge:
20 sts and 34 rows per 4” 10 cm in garter stitch after blocking.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

“Metronome” is a generously sized crescent-shaped shawl worked from the center at the nape top down to the wide border.
The stockinette and garter stitch wedges formed with short rows are followed by two-color slipped stitch stripes and create beautifully faded lines. Choose two of your favorite colors and enjoy knitting and wearing.

Materials:
* Malabrigo Mechita (100% Merino): 100g/ 420 yards 384 meters –
2 skeins or approximately 800 yards 730 meters in main color yarn (MC) and 1 skein or approximately 380 yards 345 meters in contrasting color yarn (CC). The sample is made in “Perl” and “Indiecita” colorways.

• US 2½ – 3 mm 40” 100 cm circular needles
• tapestry needle

Please note that you will need almost an entire skein of CC yarn to make this shawl. Check your gauge to make sure you will not run out of yarn.

One size:
Finished measurements: length (outer edge): 93” 236 cm; depth (center): 23.5” 60 cm

Gauge:
24 sts and 30 rows per 4” 10 cm in garter stitch after blocking.
Gauge is not essential; however, with a different gauge, actual finished measurements and total yardage will change.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English.

“Potala” is a seamless open-front cardigan, especially warm thanks to the yak-merino-silk blend and a ribbed back.

Raglan and yoke increases, skillfully integrated in the ribbing pattern, and an optically slimming shawl collar give this garment its air of sophisticated elegance, while incorporated positive ease and overlapping fronts make sure it fits worry-free every day.

Materials:
* Dye Dye Done Yakalicious (60% Merino, 20% Silk, 20% Yak): 100g/ 400 yards 366 meters – 3 (4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5) skeins or approx. 1190 (1280, 1370, 1470, 1570, 1670, 1770, 1880, 1990) yards 1090 (1170, 1250, 1340, 1440, 1530, 1620, 1720, 1820) meters of fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge.
Sample is size S1 worn with 5” 12.5 cm of positive ease knit in colorway “Tibetan”.

• US 2½ – 3 mm 24” 60 cm & 60” 150 cm circular needles or DPNs
• US 3 – 3.25 mm 24” 60 cm & 60” 150 cm circular needles or DPNs
• 2 stitch markers in one color (A)
• 2 stitch markers in a second color (B)
• 2 stitch markers in a third color (C)
• stitch holder or scrap yarn
• tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, S1, M, M1, L, L1, XL, 2XL)
Bust circumference (with fronts overlapping to approximate back width): 37 (38.5, 40.5, 42.75, 44.75, 47.25, 49, 52.75, 57)“ 92.5 (96, 101, 107, 112, 118, 122.5, 132, 142) cm.
To fit sizes: 32 (34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 48, 52)” 81 (86, 91.5, 96.5, 101.5, 106.5, 111.5, 122, 132) cm.
The cardigan is meant to be worn with up to 5.5” 14 cm of positive ease across the back (already incorporated into the pattern) and fronts open.

Gauge:
27 sts and 35 rows per 4” 10 cm in stockinette stitch;
32 sts and 35 rows per 4” 10 cm in 2x2 ribbing slightly stretched;
– both made with larger needles, washed and blocked.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

All Eyes On You cowl is knit with two colors seamlessly in the round in garter and stockinette stitch. Welts add texture and act as air pockets for additional warmth. The funny little “eyes” all over are shaped in short rows and look especially interesting in multicolored yarns or medium and longer color repeats. This cowl knits up quickly and holds warmth well.

Yarn
Miss Babs Kunlun (70% Superwash Merino, 15% Silk, 15% Cashmere goat; 280 yards/255 meters/4.4 ounces/125 grams), 1 skein in each color; shown in colors: Sable (Color 1) and London Towne (Color 2).
Or approximately 520 yards/480 meters of DK weight yarn (260 yards/240 meters of DK weight yarn in each of two colors).

Finished Measurements
Circumference: 24½”/62 cm; Height: 15¾”/40 cm
Easily adjustable

Needles
US 6 4 mm circular needle, 24”/60 cm
Double pointed needles in a smaller size than used for the fabric

Gauge
18 Stitches and 35 Rows = 4”/10 cm square in garter stitch, lightly blocked.
Gauge is not essential; however, with a different gauge, actual finished measurements and total yardage will change.

Notions
4 stitch markers
Locking stitch markers

Pattern available in the following languages: English.

With the Beautiful Blue Danube, I’m acquainted ever since I’ve been started teaching at the Vienna Wool Festival. Its gently lapping waves inspired me to the wave and cable patterns in this comfortable sweater, which is, as usual, worked seamlessly from the top down, and thanks to just the right amount of positive ease that hides problem zones without seeming shapeless, ever-so-slightly dropped shoulders with still fitted sleeves and a just a little bit curved hemline is just the right thing to wear for a stroll at the riverside or a visit to an open-air café.

Materials:
* The Plucky Knitters Plucky Feet (90% Merino Wool, 10% Nylon): 115g/ 425 yards [389 meters] – 3 (3, 4, 4, 4, 4], 5, 5) skeins or approx. 1200 (1270, 1360, 1460, 1560, 1660], 1760, 1860) yards [1100 (1160, 1250, [1340, 1430, 1520], 1610, 1700) meters] of fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge.
The sample is size S1 worn with 2.5” 6.5 cm of positive ease; knit in colorway “Skies of November”.

• US 2½ – 3 mm 24” [60 cm] & 40” [100 cm] circular needles or DPNs
• US 4 – 3.5 mm 24” [60 cm] & 40” [100 cm] circular needles or DPNs
• 2 stitch markers in one color (A);
• 2 stitch markers in a second color (B)
• cable needle; stitch holder or scrap yarn; tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, S1, [M, M1, L], XL, 2X)
Finished bust measurements: 33.5 (36.5, 39.25, [42, 44.75, 47.5], 50.5, 53.25)“ [84 (91.5, 98.5, [105, 112, 119], 126, 133) cm]
To fit bust: 31 (34, 37, [40, 42, 45], 48, 51)”
[78.5 (86, 94, [101.5, 106.5, 114] 122, 129.5) cm
The pullover is meant to be worn with up to 3” [7.5 cm] of positive ease (already incorporated into the pattern).

Gauge:
24 sts and 34 rows per 4” 10 cm in Broken Rib Pattern with larger needles after blocking.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

“Lemon Pie” is a cheerful pullover with a wide lace pattern cleverly incorporated into the raglan lines and continuing onto the back in an unusual, optically slimming way. Constructed top-down entirely seamless with ¾ sleeves, a relaxed boat neck, and just enough ease to be considered comfortable but not shapeless, this sweater is predestined to become a favorite!

With its lace panels resembling rows of dancing lemon pie wedges, this sweater looks especially cheerful when worked in a fresh, bouncy color, such as “Gem, Set, Mecz” (Game, set and match) as shown and is sure to stand out on the tennis court and everywhere else!

“When life gives you lemons, bake a pie and knit yourself a peppy sweater!”

Materials:
* Magic Loop KaszmirLOVE or Dye Dye Done Casmelicious (80% Merino Wool, 10% Polyamide, 10% Cashmere Goat): 100g/ 383 yards 350 meters – 3 (3, 4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5) skeins or approx. 1050 (1120, 1200, 1290, 1400, 1500, 1600, 1710, 1820) yards 960 (1025, 1100, 1180, 1280, 1370, 1460, 1560, 1660) meters of fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge.
The sample is size S1 worn with 2” 5 cm of positive ease; knit in colorway “Gem, Set, Mecz”.
* US 2½ – 3 mm 24” 60 cm & 40” 100 cm circular needles
or DPNs
* US 4 – 3.5 mm 24” 60 cm & 40” 100 cm circular needles
or DPNs

• 4 stitch markers in one color (A)
• 1 stitch marker in a second color (B)
• 2 stitch markers in a third color (C)
• stitch holder or scrap yarn
• tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, S1, M, M1, L, L1, XL, 2X)
To fit: 32 (34, 36 38, 40, 42, 44, 48, 52)“ 81 (86, 91.5, 96.5, 101.5, 106.5 111.5, 122, 132) cm bust circumference.
Check the final measurements on page 5.
The pullover is meant to be worn with up to 2” 5 cm of positive ease (already incorporated into the pattern).

Gauge:
23 sts and 32 rows per 4” 10 cm in stockinette stitch with larger needles after blocking.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

“Leoch” is a slightly asymmetric triangular shawl, worked from one tip to a fun loopy i-cord bind off edge and decorated with playful tassels. A combination of an interesting textured pattern, adapted from a stitch pattern from one of Barbara Walker’s books, in conjunction with your good old friend garter stitch, will keep you interested while also providing stretches of relaxing in-between knitting where you can let your mind wander.

An ideal vacation project: Concentrate on the lace sections in the comforts of your quarters in the evenings or before your family gets up in the morning, and take the garter stitch parts to the beach or a cafe - you’ll be done in no time and will have something new to wear on the flight back!

The sample was made in hand dyed Tweed by new Polish yarnie Nellie’s Fibers.

Materials:
* Nellie’s Fibers Tweed (85% Merino, 15% Viscose): 100g/ 430 yards 400 meters. 3 skeins or approx. 930 yards 850 meters of any sport weight yarn that knits up to gauge.

• US 4 3.5 mm 40” 100 cm circular needle
• two US 4 3.5 mm double pointed needles
• cable needle
• Stitch marker
• Tapestry needle

One size fits all:
Finished measurements: length (outer edge): 78” 198 cm; depth: 26.75” 68 cm.

Gauge:
24 sts and 32 rows per 4” 10 cm in garter stitch after blocking.
Gauge is not essential; however, with a different gauge, actual finished measurements and total yardage will change.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

The streamlined shape of this classic boat-neck pullover is enhanced by novelty raglan lines in zigzag form and a two-color border worked in the Fair-Isle technique featuring whimsical folkloristic motifs.

Make it in your favorite color combination. Will look great paired with jeans when using a hand-dyed Blue as contrasting color, and festive in White/Gold or Black/Silver. Especially pretty when using long color repeats as contrasting color!.

Materials:

• Main Color (MC): Zagroda Merino Dream /also known as Merino Sport/erino) 100g/339 yards (310 meters); 4 (4, 5, /5, 5, 6/, 6, 6, 7) skeins or approx. 1270 (1350, 1450, /1550, 1650, 1760/, 1870, 1990, 2100) yards /1160 (1240, 1325, /1420, 1510, 1610/, 1710, 1820, 1920) meters/ of sport weight yarn that knits up to gauge.
• Contrasting Color (CC): Garnstudio Drops Delight (75% Wool, 25% Nylon): 50 g/ 191 yards /175 meters/ – 1 skein or approx. 100 (110, 120, /130, 140, 150/, 160, 170, 180) yards 90 (100, 110, /120, 130, 140/, 150, 160, 170) meters of fingering weight yarn.
• US 4 – 3.5 mm 24” /60 cm/ & 40” /100 cm/ circular needles or DPNs
• US 6 – 4 mm 24” /60 cm/ & 40” /100 cm/ circular needles or DPNs
• 8 stitch markers
• stitch holder or scrap yarn
• tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, S1, /M, L, L1/, XL, 2X, 3X)
Bust circumference: 32 (34, 36, /38, 40, 42/, 44, 48, 51)“
81 (86.5, 91.5, /96.5, 101.5, 106.5/, 112, 122, 129.5) cm.
The pullover is meant to be worn with 1 – 2” /2.5 – 5 cm/ of positive ease. The sample is shown in size M worn with 2”
/5 cm/ of positive ease at bust.
Please note that you can adjust the size by altering the number of sts cast on in the underarm section.
Check final measurements on page 6.

Gauge:
22 sts and 33 rows per 4” /10 cm/ in Stockinette stitch with larger needles after blocking.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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Goddess Jūratė (from the noun jūra meaning the sea) lived under the Baltic Sea in a beautiful amber castle. She ruled the sea and all of the sea-life. A young fisherman named Kastytis was disturbing the peace as he was catching a lot of fish. Jūratė decided to punish him and restore the peace, but she fell in love with the handsome young fisherman. They spent some happy times in the castle, but Perkūnas, the thunder-god, found out that the immortal goddess had fallen in love with a mortal man. He became furious and struck the amber castle. It exploded into millions of pieces. Then Jūratė was chained to either the ruins or a rock on the seafloor by Perkūnas. According to legend, that is why pieces of amber come ashore after a storm on the Baltic Sea. (Wikipedia)

Jurata is a top-down shawl with asymmetrical short row shaping. The lively patterned Japanese style lace border with eyelet/picot edging is knitted on after the body has been finished. It is best showcased in a solid color. The body of the shawl features cheerful star stitch bands that look equally well in a solid, multicolor or long color repeat contrasting color.

Materials:
* 7 Oczek Merino 4Ply or Dye Dye Done Pure Merino (100% Merino): 100g/ 438 yards 400 meters or any fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge.

You will need 2 colors: 1 skein or approx. 420 yards (385 meters) in Color 1 (C1) and 2 skeins or approx. 600 yards (550 meters) in Color 2 (C2).
The sample is made with colors: “Morska Grota” (30) and “Melediwy” (31).

• US 4 3.5 mm 40” 100 cm circular needle
• Stitch marker
• Tapestry needle
• Cable needle

One size:
Finished measurements: length (outer edge): 70.75” 180 cm; depth (center): 21.25” 54 cm

Gauge:
20 sts and 34 rows per 4” 10 cm in garter stitch after blocking.
Gauge is not essential; however, with a different gauge, actual finished measurements and total yardage will change.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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“Keep Warm” is a reversible, two layered hat with interesting lace pattern.
Delicate color of the background, lurking through the openwork, not only gives the hat wonderful texture, but also warmth, so precious during winter.

Materials
* TOP LAYER – Color 1 (C1): John Arbon Textiles Harvest Hues (65% Merino, 35% Wool): 100g/ 437 yards 400 meters. 1 skein or approx. 300 (330) yards 275 (300 meters) of fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge WITH TWO STRANDS HELD TOGETHER.
BOTTOM LAYER – Color 2 (C2): Kettle Yarn Co. Baskerville (60% Exmoor Blueface, 25% Gotland, 15% Silk): 100g/ 437 yards 400 meters. 1 skein or approx. 160 (180) yards 150 (165 meters) of fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge WITH SINGLE STRAND.
The sample is knit with John Arbon Textiles Harvest Hues in “Thistle” and Kettle Yarn Co. Baskerville in “Dawn”.

Note: For the best result I recommend using soft and squishy yarn to avoid too much bulk.

• US 4 3.5 mm & 6 4 mm 16” (40 cm) circular needles or DPNs
• Cable needle
• One stitch marker
• Tapestry needle

Sizes
medium (large)
To fit head circumference: 22 (24)“ 56 (61) cm. Approx. hat length: 10.5 (11.5)” 27 (29) cm.

Gauge
1 repeat of Texture Pattern (14 sts and 22 rows) worked with larger needles = approx. 2.5” (6 cm) by 3” (7.5 cm) measured after blocking.
Make sure to obtain correct gauge with both: single and double strands; adjust needle size if needed.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English.

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“Hallis” is an unisex, slouchy style hat with allover texture.

Materials
* 7oczek Crazy DK (100% Merino): 100g/ 273 yards 250 meters; 1 skein or approx. 250 yards 230 meters of DK weight yarn that knits up to gauge.
The sample is knit with colorway: “Bordeaux”.

• US 4 3.5 mm & 6 4 mm 16” (40 cm) circular needles or DPNs
• Cable needle
• One stitch marker
• Tapestry needle

One size
To fit head circumference: 19/20 48/50 cm.
Approx. hat length: 11.5 “ 29 cm.

Gauge
18 stitches and 28 rnds per 4” 10 cm in stockinette stitch with larger needles after blocking.
Make sure to obtain correct gauge; adjust needle size if needed.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English.

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“Keep Cute” is a classic beanie with allover texture.
This feminine hat lets your minds float, keeping your head nice and warm.

Materials
* Malabrigo Finito (100% Merino): 50g/ 200 yards [183 meters]; 2 skeins or approx. 350 (370, 390) yards [320 (340, 355 meters)] of sport weight yarn that knits up to gauge WITH TWO STRANDS HELD TOGETHER.
The sample is knit with colorway: “Dewberry”.

• US 4 [3.5 mm] & 6 [4 mm] 16” (40 cm) circular needles or DPNs
• Cable needle
• One stitch marker
• Tapestry needle

Sizes
small (medium, large)
To fit head circumference: 19 (22, 24)“ [48 (56, 61) cm]. Approx. hat length: 8.25 (8.75, 8.75)” [21 (22.5, 22.5) cm].

Gauge
1 repeat of Texture Pattern (12 sts and 16 rows) worked with larger needles = approx. 2” (5 cm) by 2.25” (6 cm) measured after blocking.
Make sure to obtain correct gauge; adjust needle size if needed.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English.

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“Keep Calm” is an unisex, slouchy style hat with allover texture.
Light and fluffy hat with a cute pom-pom takes you back to your most precious memories of childhood time winters.

Materials
* Quince & CO Owl (50% Wool, 50% Camelid - Alpaca): 50g/ 120 yards [110 meters]; hat: 3 skeins or approx. 330 (350) yards [300 (320) meters] of worsted weight yarn that knits up to gauge WITH TWO STRANDS HELD TOGETHER. pompom: approx. 80 yards [74 meters] of any worsted weight yarn. Alternatively, you can use leftovers of a contrasting color for a pompom.
The sample is knit with colorway: “Elf”.

• US 7 [4.5 mm] & 8 [5 mm] 16” (40 cm) circular needles or DPNs
• Cable needle
• One stitch marker
• Tapestry needle
• Pompom maker (optional)

Sizes
medium (large)
To fit head circumference: 19/20 (22/24)“ [48/50 (56/61) cm]. Approx. hat length: 11.5 (12.75)” [29 (32.5) cm].

Gauge
14 stitches and 18 rounds per 4” [10 cm] in stockinette stitch with larger needles after blocking.
Make sure to obtain correct gauge; adjust needle size if needed.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English.

“Make it Yours” is a slim-fitting pullover with a center cable panel on a double moss stitch ground. The cable stitch pattern, worked from a chart or written instructions, is full of unexpected twists and turns and culminates in a flattering neckline just to show your best features.

The sweater is knitted almost seamlessly from the bottom up with flattering waist shaping and set-in sleeves started from short row sleeve caps, with and a series of decreases for neckline and armholes.

This versatile pullover that can complement almost everything from jeans to festive skirt is going to be one of your favorites!

“Make It Yours” was designed in collaboration with Malabrigo Yarns.

Materials:

• Malabrigo Finito (100% Merino): 50g/ 200 yards [183 meters] – 5 (6, 6, [7, 7, 7], 8, 9, 9) skeins or approx. 980 (1050, 1120, [1210, 1300, 1390], 1500, 1610, 1720) yards 900 (960, 1030, [1100, 1190, 1270], 1370, 1470, 1570) meters of sport weight yarn that knits up to gauge. The sample is made in “Plomo” colorway.
• US 2 ½ – 3 mm 24” [60 cm] & 40” [100 cm] circular needles or DPNs
• US 4 – 3.5 mm 24” [60 cm] & 40” [100 cm] circular needles or DPNs
• 2 stitch markers in one color (A)
• 2 stitch markers in a second color (B)
• stitch holder or scrap yarn
• tapestry needle

Note: Even though Malabrigo Finito is listed as a fingering weight yarn, its recommended gauge falls in the sport weight range on Ravelry’s standards chart.

Sizes:
XS (S, M, [M1, L, L1], XL, 2X, 3X)
To fit: 30 (33, 36, [38, 41, 44], 48, 52, 55)“
76 (84, 91.5, [96.5, 104, 111.5], 122, 132, 139.5) cm bust circumference. Check final measurements on page 8.
The pullover is meant to be worn with up to 2” [5 cm] of negative ease (already incorporated into the pattern).

Gauge:
24 sts and 36 rows per 4” [10 cm] in Double Moss Stitch pattern with larger needles after blocking.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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If you like to experiment with colors by knitting a sweater, and ordinary fading is not enough for you, it is also worth to try marling.
Marling is one of the easiest methods of colored knitting – all you have to do is connect two strands of yarn in different colors. However, if at the same time each one of the yarns is of a different fiber blend and structure, and you change every few rows to a new color, you can get a unique piece of knitwear with exclusive colors.
This is the method I used in the “Almandite” sweater.
“Almandite” is a classic and elegant open front cardigan knitted from the top to the bottom in one piece with two strands in different colors held together. To achieve smooth transitions and extraordinary colors, the strands are separated in the indicated places and replaced with new colors. An additional effect is added by an interesting textured pattern, complemented by a wide collar knitted in garter stitch.

Materials:

* Yarn A – Dye Dye Done Pure Merino (100% Merino): 100g/ 436 yards [400 meters] held together with yarn B – Dye Dye Done SilkyPaca (70% Superfine Alpaca, 30% Silk): 50g/ 218 yards [200 meters].
Total yardage requirements: 3 (4, 4, [4, 4, 4], 5, 5, 5, 5, 6) skeins or approx. 1270 (1310, 1350, [1430, 1510, 1630], 1750, 1870, 1990) yards [1160 (1200, 1240, [1310, 1380, 1490], 1600, 1710, 1820) meters] of yarn A and 6 (7, 7, [7, 7, 8], 9, 9, 10, 10, 11) skeins or approx. 1270 (1310, 1350, [1430, 1510, 1630], 1750, 1870, 1990) yards [1160 (1200, 1240, [1310, 1380, 1490], 1600, 1710, 1820) meters] of yarn B – for yardage requirements for each color please refer to page 4.
* US 4 – 3.5 mm & US 5 – 3.75 mm 24" [60 cm] & 60" [150 cm] circular needles or double pointed needles
* 2 stitch markers in one color (A), 4 stitch markers in a second color (B)
* stitch holders or scrap yarn
* tapestry needle

Sizes:

XS (S, S1, [M, M1, L], L1, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)
Bust circumference (with fronts overlapping to approximate back width): 37.25 (38.75, 40.5, [43.5, 45.25, 46.75], 49.25, 53.25, 57.25, 61.25, 65.25)" [94.5 (98.5, 102.5, [110, 115, 119], 125, 135, 145, 155.5, 165.5) cm].
To fit sizes: 32 (34, 36, [38, 40, 42], 44, 48, 52, 56, 60)" [81 (86, 91.5, [96.5, 101.5, 106.5], 111.5, 122, 132, 142, 152.5) cm].
The cardigan is meant to be worn with up to 5" [12.5 cm] of positive ease across the back (already incorporated into the pattern and fronts open.

Gauge:
20 sts and 28 rows per 4" [10 cm] in reverse st st with two strands held together, knit on larger needles, washed and blocked. Sample is size S1 worn with 5" [12.5 cm] of positive ease.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

There is a perfect cardigan to slip on when the balmy days of summer transition to the chilly days of autumn. That cardigan is Ink.
But what happens when the chilly days of autumn turn to the cold days of winter, and you have to put that perfect cardigan away?
Wink will take its place as the favorite cardigan for those cold days and nights. It has the same stylish design and features as Ink plus the benefits of the warmth that only a worsted weight garment can provide.
Knit in Malabrigo Rios at a gauge of 18 stitches and 25 rows per 4 inches, Wink will be a fairly quick and pleasurable knit - quick as a wink!

Materials:

* Malabrigo Rios (100% Merino) 100g/ 210 yards (192 meters) 5 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 8, 9) skeins or approx. 820 (920, 1020, 1130, 1240, 1350, 1470, 1610, 1770) yards 750 (841, 933, 1033, 1134, 1234, 1344, 1472, 1618) meters of worsted weight yarn that knits up to gauge.
* US 4 – 3.5 mm & US 5 – 3.75 mm 24" [60 cm] & 60" [150 cm] circular needles or double pointed needles
* 2 stitch markers in one color (A), 4 stitch markers in a second color (B)
* stitch holders or scrap yarn
* tapestry needle

Sizes:

XS (S, S1, M, M1, L, L1, XL, 2X)
To fit: 30 (32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 44, 48, 52)“ 70 (80, 85, 90, 95, 100, 110, 120, 130) cm bust circumference.
The cardigan is meant to be worn with 2 – 3” 5 – 7.5 cm of positive ease.

Gauge:
18 sts and 25 rows per 4” 10 cm in reverse stockinette stitch with larger needles after blocking – save time by checking gauge :)
Please note that I knit loosely so you may need a different needle size or different yarn weight to obtain the gauge.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

“Potala” is a seamless open-front cardigan, especially warm thanks to the yak-merino-silk blend and a ribbed back.

Raglan and yoke increases, skillfully integrated in the ribbing pattern, and an optically slimming shawl collar give this garment its air of sophisticated elegance, while incorporated positive ease and overlapping fronts make sure it fits worry-free every day.

Materials:
* Dye Dye Done Yakalicious (60% Merino, 20% Silk, 20% Yak): 100g/ 400 yards 366 meters – 3 (4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5) skeins or approx. 1190 (1280, 1370, 1470, 1570, 1670, 1770, 1880, 1990) yards 1090 (1170, 1250, 1340, 1440, 1530, 1620, 1720, 1820) meters of fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge.
Sample is size S1 worn with 5” 12.5 cm of positive ease knit in colorway “Tibetan”.

• US 2½ – 3 mm 24” 60 cm & 60” 150 cm circular needles or DPNs
• US 3 – 3.25 mm 24” 60 cm & 60” 150 cm circular needles or DPNs
• 2 stitch markers in one color (A)
• 2 stitch markers in a second color (B)
• 2 stitch markers in a third color (C)
• stitch holder or scrap yarn
• tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, S1, M, M1, L, L1, XL, 2XL)
Bust circumference (with fronts overlapping to approximate back width): 37 (38.5, 40.5, 42.75, 44.75, 47.25, 49, 52.75, 57)“ 92.5 (96, 101, 107, 112, 118, 122.5, 132, 142) cm.
To fit sizes: 32 (34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 48, 52)” 81 (86, 91.5, 96.5, 101.5, 106.5, 111.5, 122, 132) cm.
The cardigan is meant to be worn with up to 5.5” 14 cm of positive ease across the back (already incorporated into the pattern) and fronts open.

Gauge:
27 sts and 35 rows per 4” 10 cm in stockinette stitch;
32 sts and 35 rows per 4” 10 cm in 2x2 ribbing slightly stretched;
– both made with larger needles, washed and blocked.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

This unostentatiously elegant, but not overloaded cardigan is worked top down seamlessly by first knitting the back panel sideways and afterwards picking up stitches along both edges to create the back and then both fronts.

 Stitches for the set-in sleeves are picked around the armhole after the body has been finished. Sleeves are then shaped with short rows and end in elegant cuffs wide enough to accommodate a blouse underneath. These cuffs, which repeat the lace pattern from the back panel, are worked sideways in a special technique so they are still seamless.

 Stylish button bands with paired imitation stag-horn buttons on a stockinette stitch background are bordered by narrow cables that repeat at the sides of the sweater. A rolled stockinette stitch neckline tops off this versatile garment.

Materials:

* Kettle Yarn Indigo – (60% Exmoor Blueface / 25% Gotland / 15% Silk): 100g/ 366 meters [400 yards] – 2 (3, 3, [3, 3, 4], 4, 4) skeins or approx. 175 (195, 215, [230, 255, 275], 305, 335) g [695 (768, 840, [915, 1005, 1097], 1207, 1317) m / 760 (840, 920, [1000, 1100, 1200], 1320, 1440) yds] of fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge. The sample is knit in colorway “Umbra”.

* 3 mm (US#2.5) 60 cm / 24" and 100 cm / 40" circular needles or DPNs

* 3.5 mm (US#4) 60 cm / 24" and 100 cm  40" circular needles or DPNs

* 2 stitch markers in one color (A)

* 4 stitch markers in a second color (B)

* cable needle

* 17 mm [¾"] buttons – 14 pieces

* stitch holder or scrap yarn

* tapestry needle

Sizes:

XS (S, S1, [M, M1, L], XL, 2X)

Pasujące na obwód biustu: 82 (86, 93, [97, 103, 109] 119, 130) cm.

Gauge:

20 oczek i 33.5 rzędów w 10 cm ściegiem gładkim prawym na grubszych drutach po zblokowaniu.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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This unostentatiously elegant, but not overloaded cardigan is worked top down seamlessly by first knitting the back panel sideways and afterwards picking up stitches along both edges to create the back and then both fronts.

 Stitches for the set-in sleeves are picked around the armhole after the body has been finished. Sleeves are then shaped with short rows and end in elegant cuffs wide enough to accommodate a blouse underneath. These cuffs, which repeat the lace pattern from the back panel, are worked sideways in a special technique so they are still seamless.

 Stylish button bands with paired imitation stag-horn buttons on a stockinette stitch background are bordered by narrow cables that repeat at the sides of the sweater. A rolled stockinette stitch neckline tops off this versatile garment.

Materials:

* Kettle Yarn Indigo – (60% Exmoor Blueface / 25% Gotland / 15% Silk): 100g/ 366 meters [400 yards] – 2 (3, 3, [3, 3, 4], 4, 4) skeins or approx. 175 (195, 215, [230, 255, 275], 305, 335) g [695 (768, 840, [915, 1005, 1097], 1207, 1317) m / 760 (840, 920, [1000, 1100, 1200], 1320, 1440) yds] of fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge. The sample is knit in colorway “Umbra”.

* 3 mm (US#2.5) 60 cm / 24" and 100 cm / 40" circular needles or DPNs

* 3.5 mm (US#4) 60 cm / 24" and 100 cm  40" circular needles or DPNs

* 2 stitch markers in one color (A)

* 4 stitch markers in a second color (B)

* cable needle

* 17 mm [¾"] buttons – 14 pieces

* stitch holder or scrap yarn

* tapestry needle

Sizes:

XS (S, S1, [M, M1, L], XL, 2X)

Pasujące na obwód biustu: 82 (86, 93, [97, 103, 109] 119, 130) cm.

Gauge:

20 oczek i 33.5 rzędów w 10 cm ściegiem gładkim prawym na grubszych drutach po zblokowaniu.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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“Leizu” was inspired by a ready-to-wear sweater seen in an online shop. While that sweater was a simple two-color brioche pullover, I wanted to design something similar, but without the heaviness of brioche fabric, something with the look of brioche, but actually much lighter. Gorgeous Julie Asselin Leizu DK seemed just the right material to achieve this!
“Leizu” is knit top-down and seamless featuring neckline and bottom back shaping with short rows. The sweater uses two colors, starting with a contrasting color. The entire body and raglan sleeves are worked with the main color in stockinette with wide ribbed panels at the sides. The contrasting color is added in again after body and sleeves have been completed to work both torso and sleeve ribbing with two colors. It is not brioche, but actually corrugated ribbing! (A few links to helpful technique videos are added for your convenience.)

Materials: * Julie Asselin Leizu DK (90% Merino, 10% Silk): 115g/ 260 yards [238 meters]. The sample is made with colorways “Birch” (MC) and “Elephant” (CC).
You will need 4 (4, 5, [5, 5, 6], 6, 7, 7) skeins or approx. 950 (1020, 1100, [1180, 1280, 1380], 1480, 1580, 1680) yards [870 (930, 1000, [1080, 1170, 1260], 1350, 1450, 1540) meters] of any DK weight yarn in MC
and 1 skein or approx. 110 (120, 130, [140, 160, 180], 200, 220, 260) yards [100 (110, 120, [130, 150, 160], 180, 200, 240) meters] of any DK weight yarn in CC.
* US 4 – 3.5 mm 24" [60 cm] & 40" [100 cm] circular needles or DPNs
* US 6 – 4 mm 24" [60 cm] & 40" [100 cm] circular needles or DPNs
* US 7 – 4.5 mm 24" [60 cm] & 40" [100 cm] circular needles or DPNs
* 4 stitch markers
* Stitch holder or scrap yarn
* tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, M, [M1, L, L1], XL, XXL, 3XL)
To fit: 30 (34, 36, [38, 40, 42], 44, 48, 52)"
[76 (86, 91.5, [96.5, 101.5, 106,5], 111.5, 122, 132) cm] bust circumference. The sweater is meant to be worn with up to 2" [5 cm] of positive ease (already incorporated into the pattern).

Gauge:
20 sts and 26 rows per 4" [10 cm] in Stockinette stitch with US 6 – 4 mm needles after blocking.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

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“Domki” it is a colorful hat.

Materials

* Dye Dye Done Pure Merino – Hat Kit.

* US 2 [2.75 mm] and US 2½ [3 mm] 16" [40 cm] circular needles or double pointed needles

* marker

* tapestry needle

One size

To fit head circumference: 22/23.5" [56/60 cm]. Approx. hat length: 9" [23 cm].

Gauge

28 stitches and 33 rounds per 4" [10 cm] in Fair Isle pattern with larger needles after blocking. Make sure to obtain correct gauge; adjust needle size if needed.

See Fair Isle Hats Knitting Kits

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

Are you one of those knitters who always have two projects running – a mindless one to take along and a more complicated one for the precious moments of uninterrupted knitting time?

With this top down half circle shawl, you can have both in one: easy garter stitch parts are combined with more complicated lace sections in two different stitch patterns, so you always have something to work on.

The lace patterns are both fully written out and charted.

While the original uses three maritime-themed colors in muted shades, you may want to experiment with combining and arranging more and brighter colors into your very personal rendering of the Sea Sounds concert.

The result will be a generously sized shawl to wrap yourself in comfort, at the sea or inland.

 Materials:

* Filcolana Arwetta Classic (80% Merino, 20% Nylon): 50g/ 230 yards [210 meters].

You will need 3 colors: approx. 460 yards (420 meters) in Color 1 (C1), approx. 180 yards (160 meters) in Color 2 (C2) and approx. 430 yards (390 meters) in Color 3 (C3) of any fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge.

The sample is made with colors: 990 (C1), 143 (C2), and 954 (C3).

* US 4 [3.5 mm] 40" [100 cm] circular needle

* Tapestry needle

* Cable needle 

One size:

Finished measurements: length (outer edge): 78.75" [200 cm]; depth (center): 25.25" [64 cm]

Gauge:

18 sts and 38 rows per 4" [10 cm] in garter stitch after blocking.

Gauge is not essential; however, with a different gauge, actual finished measurements and total yardage will change.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

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Having been asked by Lucinda Iglesias, the owner of Mont-Tricot, to design something for an Artyarns Merino Cloud Gradients Kit, I thought a pullover would be a fitting item (no pun intended) for the wonderful gradient colorway picked by Lucinda.

The resulting garment is an all-occasion simple and wearable sweater featuring raglan sleeves, worked seamlessly from the top down with two strands of yarn held together in a simple broken rib pattern that provides visual interest while not distracting from the subtle color changes in the yarn.

Materials:

* Artyarns Merino Cloud Gradients Kit (80% Merino, 20% Cashmere). One kit = 4 skeins (4 colors) – 30g/ 135 yards [124 meters] each.

You will need 4 (4, 5, [5, 5, 5], 6, 6, 6) kits or total of 2000 (2080, 2200, [2320, 2440, 2560], 2720, 2920, 3120) yards [1830 (1900, 2020, [2120, 2230, 2340], 2490, 2670, 2850) meters] of any fingering weight yarn that knits up to gauge with TWO STRANDS HELD TOGHETHER = approx. 500 (520, 550, [580, 610, 640], 680, 730, 780) yards [460 (480, 500, [530, 560, 590], 630, 670, 720) meters] in each of 4 colors (C1, C2, C3, and C4).

The sample is knit in “Greens”.

* US 6 – 4 mm circular needle

* US 7 – 4.5 mm circular needle

* 4 stitch markers in one color (A)

* 1 stitch marker in a second color (B)

* stitch holder or scrap yarn

* crochet hook for provisional cast-on

* tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, M, [M1, L, L1], XL, 2X, 3X)

To fit: 30 (34, 36, [38, 40, 42], 44, 48, 52)" [76 (86, 91.5, [96.5, 101.5, 106.5], 111.5, 122, 132) cm] bust circumference.

Gauge:
18 sts and 26 rows per 4" [10 cm] in Pattern on larger needles with TWO STRANDS of yarn held together (measured after blocking).

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

Open front cardigans are my favorite sweater type because you can put them on in a jiffy, and you look so much more approachable than when all buttoned up!

This one (worked top-down in raglan construction – of course seamless, as always) has an interesting textured pattern on the sleeves and the back part of the wide hem. The hem as well as the cuffs are set off by an elegant chained row (easy to make with a detailed picture tutorial), and last, but not least, there are pockets hidden in the hem – just what you need to feel relaxed, but still well dressed!

Materials:

* Dream in Color Everlasting DK (100% Merino): 100g/ 275 yards (251 meters); 4 (4, 5, [5, 5, 6], 6, 7, 7) skeins or approx. 950 (1050, 1150, [1250, 1350, 1460], 1570, 1680, 1800) yards [868 (960, 1051, [1143, 1235, 1335], 1435, 1536, 1645) meters] of any DK weight yarn that knits up to gauge = Main Yarn.

* Dream in Color Everlasting Sock (100% Merino): 100g/ 400 yards (366 meters); approx. 100 yards [92 meters] of any fingering weight yarn = Pocket Yarn.

The sample is knit in colorway “Tart”.

* US 4 – 3.5 mm circular needle

* US 6 – 4 mm circular needle

* 2 stitch markers in one color (Cm = collar-band markers)

* 4 stitch markers in a second color (RGm = raglan markers and UNm = underarm markers)

* 4 stitch markers in a third color (SLm = sleeve markers)

* stitch holder or scrap yarn

* crochet hook for provisional cast-on

* tapestry needle

Sizes:

XS (S, M, [M1, L, L1], XL, 2X, 3X)

To fit: 30 (34, 36, [38, 40, 42], 44, 48, 52)" [76 (86, 91.5, [96.5, 101.5, 106.5], 111.5, 122, 132) cm] bust circumference. The cardigan is meant to be worn with zero to a small amount of positive ease.

Gauge:

21 sts and 28 rows per 4" [10 cm] in reverse stockinette stitch made with Main Yarn using larger needles (measured after blocking).

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

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„Positive Thoughts” combines the looks of a traditional grandfather cardigan with today’s advanced methods of seamless knitting for a classical garment with modern fit, minus the hassle and discomfort of the bulky seams normally associated with heavier yarn weights!

This cardigan is worked top down with set-in sleeves, starting at the back, followed by both fronts and parts joined after the armholes, with button bands featuring a one-row buttonhole.

The cable pattern reminiscent of wheat sheaves is fully charted for individual sizes. With a small amount of positive ease already incorporated in the pattern, it’s comfy and literally predestined to become your next favorite Christmas sweater, especially when worked in Green!

Materials:

* Dream in Color Canyon – (100% Wool): 100g/ 175 yards (160 meters) – 6 (6, 6, [7, 7, 8], 8, 9, 9) skeins or approx. 900 (950, 1000, [1080, 1160, 1250], 1340, 1440, 1540) yards [830 (870, 920, [990, 1060, 1140], 1230, 1320, 1410) meters] of aran weight yarn that knits up to gauge. The sample is knit in colorway “Rabbit Ears”.

* US 8 – 5 mm 24" (60 cm) & 40" (100 cm) circular needles

or DPNs

* US 10 – 6 mm 24" (60 cm) & 40" (100 cm) circular needles

or DPNs

* 4 stitch markers in one color (A)

* 2 stitch markers in a second color (B)

* cable needle

* crochet hook for provisional cast-on

*1 ¾" (30 mm) buttons – 5 pieces

* stitch holder or scrap yarn

Sizes:

XS (S, S1, [M, M1, L], XL, 2X, 3X)

To fit: 30 (32, 34, [36, 38, 40], 44, 48, 52)"

[76 (81, 86.5, [91.5, 96.5, 101.5], 111.5, 122, 132) cm] bust circumference.

The cardigan is meant to be worn with 1 – 3" [2.5 – 7.5 cm] of positive ease.

Gauge:

15 sts and 22 rows per 4" (10 cm) in Stockinette stitch with larger needles after blocking.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

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“Peasant Surprise” is worked seamlessly in one piece in the round from the top down. This sweater, featuring a yoke in combination of a Japanese lace pattern with a few texture patterns, surprises by its unusual shape, reminding of a peasant blouse, hence the name!

 The pattern includes several versions of the sweater: with cropped or longer body; regular, short, 3/4 length, and balloon sleeves; regular neckband, and i-cord neckline finishing. If the bulk of the pictured balloon sleeves (inspired by a sweater knit by one of my friends and testers, Beata) is too much for you, you can omit them and work a tamer version. As for me, I love them! They are roomy enough for complete freedom of movement, yet short enough not to be in the way when doing chores, or washing your hands.

Materials:

* Dye Dye Done Vegan (70% Bamboo, 30% Linen): 100g/ 437 yards [400 meters] or

* Dye Dye Done Pure Merino (100% Superwash Merino): 100g/ 437 yards [400 meters]

2 (2, 2, 2, [2, 2, 3], 3, [3, 3, 3], 3) skeins or approx. 540 (590, 650, 700, [760, 820, 890], 960, [1030, 1100, 1180], 1260) yards [490 (540, 595, 640, [695, 750, 815], 880, [940, 1005, 1080], 1150) meters].

Please add approx. 50 – 80 yards [45 – 75 meters] for longer sweater, additional 50 – 80 yards [45 – 75 meters] for ¾ length sleeves, and extra 40 – 70 yards [35 – 65 meters] for balloon sleeves.

Both samples are size S1 worn with 5.25" [13.5 cm] of positive ease; short sleeved is knit with Dye Dye Done Vegan in colorways “Cayman Isle Green”, balloon sleeved is knit with Dye Dye Done Pure Merino in colorway “Cyclamen”.

* US 2½ – 3 mm & US 3 – 3.25 mm 24" [60 cm] & 60" [150 cm] circular needles or double pointed needles

* cable needle

* 5 stitch markers

* stitch holders or scrap yarn

* tapestry needle

Sizes:

XS (S, S1, M, [M1, L, L1], XL, [2XL, 3XL, 4XL], 5XL)

Bust circumference: 37.25 (39.25, 41.25, 43.25, [45.25, 47.25, 49.25], 53.25, [57.25, 61.25, 65.25], 69.25)" [95 (100, 105, 110, [115, 120, 125.5], 135.5, [145.5, 155.5, 166], 176) cm].

To fit sizes: 32 (34, 36, 38, [40, 42, 44], 48, [52, 56, 60], 64)" [81 (86, 91.5, 96.5, [101.5, 106.5, 111.5], 122, [132, 142, 152.5], 162.5) cm].

The sweater is meant to be worn with approx. 5.25" [13.5 cm] of positive ease.

Gauge:

24 sts and 38 rows per 4" [10 cm] in st st with larger needles, washed and blocked.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

Grannie Annie is a traditional shawl knitted from the top down in a semi-circle shape.
This cozy shawl is all about texture. Knit in the four colors of the rustic worsted weight yarn, it features one of the most famous old Shetland patterns: feather and fan stitch, together with a simple knit and purl stitch.

“Grannie Annie” was designed in collaboration with Laine-et-Tricot.

Materials:
* Laine de Bretagne Origine 3 fils: (100% Wool): 100g/ 284 yards (260 meters).

4 colors: approx. 160 yards (146 meters) of Color 1 yarn (C1); approx. 180 yards (165 meters) of Color 2 yarn (C2), approx. 270 yards (247 meters) of Color 3 yarn (C3), and approx. 210 yards (192 meters) of Color 4 yarn (C4) that knits up to gauge.

• US 6 4 mm 40” (100 cm) circular needle
• 13 stitch markers
• Tapestry needle

One size fits all:
Finished measurements: length (outer edge): 72.5” (184 cm); depth: 21.75” (55 cm).

Gauge:
16 sts and 32 rows per 4” (10 cm) in Main Pattern after blocking.
Gauge is not essential; however, with a different gauge, actual finished measurements and total yardage will change.

Pattern available in the following languages:  English, German.

This seamless top down sweater with slightly dropped shoulders and set-in sleeves has been specially designed for the Austrian Yarn Club.

In the tradition of classic winter garments, this sweater provides lots of warmth and texture with cables, garter stitch and extra cushy half-cardigan stitch sections.

For a modern spin, waist shaping is achieved by the way the pattern on the back is arranged.

NOTE: For the best result, I recommend using crochet chain provisional cast-on method. If you’re using different methods, please knit additional row before working according to the pattern.

“Fino” is not your average top-down sweater!

Slightly boxy at the top and with short-row shaped overcast shoulders, this pullover in A-line silhouette has a closer fit around the bust while flaring out towards the bottom in a casual way, culminating in a most nonchalant asymmetric pleat.

The pleat as well as the sleeves are knit in reverse stockinette for extra texture, and accented seams add further points of visual interest at the sides.

If you thought that was about as far as a laid-back sweater can go, wait until you’ve spun it around and discovered the delicate lace panel on the back! Its intricate stitch pattern truly matches the finery of the wonderfully delicate yarn that gave this garment its name - casual elegance at its best!

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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“Anthro” is an elegant cardigan worked from the top down completely seamless. Its timeless design was inspired by the beauty of Anthropologie sweaters and features set-in sleeves with a cable detail, double-knit cuffs and hem in a contrasting color and a button band with rhythmic button sequence.

Fitting is achieved through a cleverly placed cable motif in the back, completely eliminating the need for waist shaping, while short row shaping is used for the back neckline and the shoulder slopes. Bust darts are optional for those who prefer the comfortable fit of additional ease in the chest area.

Worked in a delicate, extra light and airy yarn like the one used for the sample cardigan, this garment will make a pleasant addition to your summer outfits, or use a slightly more substantial material to create a warmer jacket. Whatever your fiber choices will be – solids, light heathers and demi-solids will work best to show off the cables, and matching the hidden contrasting color of cuffs and hem to existing wardrobe pieces will show your great sense of style!

Pattern Available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

Are you in the mood for an eye-catchingly-crazy-colored shawl? This might be just what you have been looking for to battle that annoying rainy-day feeling!

“Paletton” is an asymmetrical triangular shawl worked flat from the tip to the side.
Contrasting garter stitch stripes and lace sections as featured in this shawl create an elusive mixture of colors and textures and make this shawl an entertaining knit that keep you interested.

Two sides of the triangle showcase ragged edges that develop naturally during the knitting process and create the cheerful and unconventional shape of this shawl.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

See Fingering Yarns 

“Pleat Up!” is a triangular shawl knit from side to side on the bias in one piece. It’s simple, classic and clean look is broken up by textural elements while shape-changing worked-in pleats account for the slight curvature at the nape side, making this shawl wrap nicely around the shoulders. Especially cozy when knit from a very soft yarn such as the one used for the pictured sample shawl!

“Pleat up!” was designed in collaboration with Malabrigo Yarn as a part of Malabrigo Quickies.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

See Fingering Yarns 

This cardigan evolved after I had published my “Get the Picture” hat featuring the same stitch, resulting in a lot of inquiries for sweaters from people who were fond of the stitch pattern (as far as I remember, I think I must have found this stitch pattern on one of those free-stitch-pattern-websites, but I am not 100% sure any more). Subsequently, I decided to make one for myself to see how this would work out.

I wanted it to be a simple, classic open cardigan with raglan sleeves and pockets hidden within the hem - something comfortable and wearable made from beautiful yarn, the kind of sweater you can slip into when you go for a walk in the park with your kids - but at the same time, unique enough so you won’t be lost in the crowd if the kids come looking for you.

And that was how the adult sized “Petrichor” came to life.
This cardigan is knit top down, absolutely seamlessly (even the pockets are joined to the hem as you work them up), with extra waist shaping on the back.
To make it easier to knit, all raglan increases are charted for all sizes.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

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“Maisie” is a seamless top down raglan with short row neckline shaping and a sideways knit lace panel at the hem featuring integrated pockets. Whether the lace motif shows shoals of fish, tightly packed flower buds or even space capsules stuck in traffic is completely up to your imagination!
A quick knit from sportweight yarn with almost no finishing required, this sweater works up fast and is just the right project for those who love the feeling of accomplishment that knitting smart lace patterns offers, but still prefer casual elegance for their wardrobe.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

See Sport Yarns

Although my first idea had been a shawl, I later came to the conclusion that something more streamlined would showcase the scrumptious yarn in a much better way without distracting from its hand-dyed beauty: A stole, to wear over a Little Black Dress to the theater or for an evening at a nice restaurant - nothing too ornamented, but rather understated and elegant.

Inspired by an intricate stitch pattern I had spotted in a Polish knitting magazine, I then set out to develop the cabled design. When I showed it to Kam from Everyday Peacocks, to whom I had talked a while ago how nice it would be to have a pin designed especially for one of my accessories, she found it a neat idea and then came up with a unique pin to replicate the knitted leave motif from my stole. Isn’t her pin just wonderful?

Pattern available in the following languages: English, Polish, German.

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Are you looking for a cowl to match your “All that Jazz” hat? Look no farther – this one has everything you would want in the perfect cowl: intriguing ribbing, entertaining cables and all that jazz. It is seamless, knit from the top to bottom, fully charted while at the same time fully written out.

Pattern available in the following languages: English, German, Polish.

“Uszatka” is at the same time the Polish name for the long-eared owl and the popular deerstalker hat named after it. To hear how it is pronounced, type in the word “uszatka” in this website: http://www.ivona.com/ , choose Polish language and press play.
The “Uszatka” is a seamless knit hat that will keep everybody from infants to adult warm and toasty. With an interesting cable pattern, ear flaps to keep gusts of wind away and not only one, but three pompoms at once, this hat is truly delightful, very entertaining to knit and an absolute must-have this cold season!

Pattern available in the following languages: English, German, Polish.

See Dye Dye Done Yarn

Hit the road with style and pizzazz in Hanna’s newest knitted hat.
Worked from the bottom up and featuring wide ribbing, “Hit the Road” features bold knitted cables on a background of reverse stockinette.
Pick up that lonely skein of aran weight yarn lingering in your stash, and get ready to “Hit the Road”!

Pattern available in the following languages: English, German, Polish.

See Dye Dye Done Yarn

“Basia” is a simple beanie style hat with allover texture and a big pompom.

Pattern available in the following languages: English, Polish.

See Dye Dye Done Yarn

Sometimes, life throws a curve ball or two when you least expect it, rendering all plans null and void. When this happens, we all have the inner fortitude to take that ball and throw it back at the universe. Designed with those tough times in mind, “Fortitude” makes a moderately easy project when you want to knit something but can’t fathom doing complicated lace or cables.

Knit from the top down, “Fortitude” has a classic shape with fun stripe details on the sleeves. Its design combines two different knitting methods: traditional saddle shoulders and contiguous sleeves after the method developed by SusieM. It is also absolutely seamless! Even the hidden pockets are attached as you work the short-row-shaping for the lapel!
The fronts are held together by two buttons with a thread shank for an extra stylish look.

The pattern provides sizing from XS to 2X (30” to 48”) with a full schematic and measurements. The sweater shown was created using Rowan Felted Tweed DK in two lovely grays. Use your favorite DK weight yarn, in any color combination, at a gauge of 22 sts and 26 rows per 4 inches to show some “Fortitude”.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

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“Soft Flow” cardigan is worked seamlessly from the top down.

Starting with a wide shawl collar, from which sts for the body are cast on, it is knit top down to the underarm where sleeves and body are separated. First, the body is knit all the way down to the mid-thigh hem, then the sleeves are worked in the round. Pockets are added at the end.

This cardigan features a modified raglan shaping with an especially elegant shoulder line.

Knitting with two strands of different yarns – a blend of alpaca held together with kid mohair – makes this a super cozy garment. Its streamlined, softly flowing design is ready to be combined with any accessory from your scarf or jewelry collection, and goes well with various wardrobe pieces in a variety of styles.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

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Don’t you love these little shawls that keep your shoulders - and a bit more - warm? Easy to knit, but interesting enough to keep you absorbed?
“Someday” is the perfect little shawlette to knit and wear!
All you need is a few skeins of your favorite yarn, a bunch of short rows in garter stitch and - voilá, there’s your shawlette!

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

See Fingering Yarns 

“Aiolos” is a fingering weight cardigan with stunning lace insets around the shoulder and across the back. Imagine the possibilities and combinations of color and texture! The front openings of the cardigan are sloped forward for a contemporary look. This garment will be great for the casual days and dress-up nights.

The sample cardigan was knit with Malabrigo Sock as the main color and Quince & Co. Finch for the lace insets. Both the main color and the inset color are worked at a gauge of 24 stitches and 32 rows per 4 inches.

Pattern available in the following languages: English.

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Need a quick and satisfying knit for that one beautiful fingering weight skein that has been languishing in your stash?
“On the Move” is the perfect accessory knit that will use that one skein and turn it into a gorgeous shawl to keep your shoulders warm and add some pizzazz to your outfit.
Knit from side to side, “On the Move” is worked at a gauge of 25 stitches and 26 rows per 4 inches and will use just about all of your 420 yards of fingering weight yarn.
The sample shawl shown was knit using Tanis Fiber Arts Blue Label fingering weight yarn.

There are many different ways leading to Rome, some of them are longer, some shorter, but all of them will eventually guide to the same goal. Knowing that everyone has different preferences and loves to pick the method that suits him best, this time, I have decided to offer two different versions of a pattern. They produce identical results - work from the one you like better. The regular version (file name ending in ..lLV.PDF) has the written part spelled out in detail, while in the short version (file name ending in ..lSV.PDF), different types of rows are defined at the beginning of the pattern, and then within the actual instructions, I refer just to their abbreviations, making it much easier to spot the stitch counts at a glance.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

See Fingering Yarns 

Cabeladabra, the sweater with the magical cable, will delight you with a center cable full of unexpected twists and turns that culminate in a flattering neckline just right to show off all your favorite necklaces.

The sweater is worked almost seamlessly from the bottom up, featuring set-in sleeves started from short row sleeve caps and a series of double decreases for neckline and armholes.

A fast knit in Aran with impressive details, this versatile pullover that can complement almost everything from jeans to festive skirt, is going to be one of your favorites!

Pattern Available in the following languages: English, German.

“Wild Leaves” is a fun, versatile hat with a little bit of twisted ribbing, a little bit of lace and an interesting crown shaping. This is the perfect hat for transitioning into spring!
The pattern includes instructions for both a beanie and a slouchy style hat and it is given in two sizes to ensure a perfect fit. Directions are fully written and charted.

Pattern available in the following languages: English, German, French.

See Dye Dye Done Yarn

“Anna Mae” is a cozy pullover that would fit in any wardrobe.
Worked top-down, seamlessly in one piece, it is designed using two different knitting methods: traditional saddle shoulders and contiguous sleeves after the method developed by SusieM.
The twist-stitch panels add some natural shaping and keep the knitting interesting. In addition, waist shaping is included for a flattering, body-skimming fit.

 Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

Looking for an interesting hat that will keep you warm but still look trendy? Look no farther!
“Pomponious Hat” is a perfect project for any knitter.

Depending on your mood, it can be worn two different ways: with or without the pompom. The pompom adds a fun touch; but it can be omitted if you’re after a little more classic hat.
The relatively simple and easy to follow stitch pattern creates an interesting and fashionable look.

Both written and charted directions are included.

Pattern available in the following languages: English, German, French.

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There are some things in life that just belong together - their very existence depends on the other. And most surprisingly, these symbionts have no idea that they’re helping each other to survive with this most beautiful relationship. While our existence isn’t dependent on yarn, as knitters, we can appreciate the relationship that is created when yarn and design collide in a perfect way.

I hope you agree that not only does the design and yarn of this cowl emulate that type of relationship, but the marriage of two colorways intertwined in one another produce perfect harmony that can be described in one word - Symbiotic.

This cozy cowl is made using two colors of your favorite worsted weight yarn. Wear it long for fashion, wrapped around twice for warmth! Or wear it short as a cozy neck warmer! Grab your needles and yarn; it won’t take long to create it!

The chart in this pattern is also written out.

Pattern available in the following languages: English, German, Polish, French.

As the weather begins to cool and thoughts for a fashionable accessory to keep you warm enter your mind, look no further. This is that warm and fuzzy piece - a very simple knitted cowl using chunky yarn that will fulfill those yearnings.

Pattern available in the following languages: English, German.

Laelia is a beautiful subtropical orchid with petals that fan out into stars.

This cardigan showcases that same quality with lace that fans out into graceful petal shapes. Worked from the collar down with raglan seam shaping, the lace is worked simultaneously with the body so there is little finishing needed when completed. Both charts and written instructions are included for the lace sections.

Laelia can be worn open but it also looks great belted or closed with a pin. The cardigan’s long body nicely complements your favorite pair of jeans or a fancy dress.
Take it out for a lovely stroll in the park.

Pattern Available in the following languages: Polish, English, German, French.

Pashmineh is a cropped cardigan knit top down completely seamlessly using the contiguous method developed by Susie Myers, SusieM on Ravelry (http://www.ravelry.com/people/SusieM).

After separating body and sleeves, the body continues in one piece to the hem, with dramatic shaping worked below the bust along the vertical bust darts and on the sides. Tiny pleats are added below the bust for a perfect fit.

The pattern provides instructions for both short and ¾ length sleeves.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German, French.

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“Punchline” sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down in a loose-fitting A-line shape. It features cute little eyelet details and hem and sleeve cuffs finished with a double-knitted edging. A yoke construction with sleeve increases along the raglan lines and body increases with yarn overs within the body creates an interesting shoulder line.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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“Lively” is a stylish pullover with a wide upper body and skinny sleeves.
The Reverse Stockinette allows the knitter to slip into restful automatic knitting broken up by the beauty of the cables that keep things interesting. This simple, yet attractive sweater is worked top down, completely seamless with a short row section in the shoulders and two fake seam stitches on the sides.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

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I adore the look of lace shawls that other knitters create, but not very keen of knitting them myself simply because of the endless repetition of hundreds of rows.
However, I desperately needed one for my friends’ Polish-Indian wedding. And I needed it fast :)
In order to escape the repeated rows I have decided to knit a stole from top to bottom with a subtle lace edging. Therefore, Angarika stole came to life…
The charted design of this stole is very easy to follow, and can be knit up with nearly any lace weight yarn and appropriate needle size.

The pattern contains a row by row written instruction of the Lace chart pattern.
It was made by Hala and I am highly thankful to her!!!

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English.

Boxigan (“boxy cardigan, as you might have guessed”) is worked seamlessly from the top down.

The laid-back design has been kept as streamlined as possible, with stockinette stitch only occasionally broken up by subtle eyelet columns, as well as knit braids at the cuffs and edges – just enough to be recognized as hand knit by insiders!

Work starts at the back with a long-tail cast-on, after which the Back stitches are worked down to the armhole and placed on hold. Stitches for the Front are picked up one row in from the cast-on edge for an imitated shoulder “seam” look.

Especially important for boxy-look garments, Front and Back neckline as well as sleeve caps are shaped with German Short Rows for a proper fit.

Thanks to detailed explanations about special techniques used (with links to explanatory videos) this uncomplicated garment can be worked even by courageous beginners. Featuring 12 sizes in a size range from XS1 to 4XL, this garment is truly for inclusive. The pattern is fully written out and contains no charts.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

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Bly shawl’s color scheme and stitch pattern are reminiscent of the dark, gothic, and mysterious atmosphere of the Netflix series “The Haunting of the Bly Manor”, which I watched while thinking up this design – thus the name! The stitch pattern (which is from an old book) had been earlier mentioned on Instagram, and I thought it would be nice to use in a shawl.

The shawl is constructed similarly to “Shelliana”, with increases along the side, and a few short rows to ensure it stays put while exploring the unknown of vast and creepy old manors, or just walking within the predictably secure confines of your own house.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

See Fingering Yarns 

“All Aligned” is a seamless top-down cardigan with raglan shaping and lots of texture.

Open-front cardigans are my favorite because they are so versatile! For this one, I used a yarn by Julia Asselin which had beckoned from my stash for a while. I especially like its color. In this cardigan, I combined it with an extra lace strand in a similar colorway, which gives it just the right amount of heaviness.

Increases and decreases are cleverly hidden in the simple texture pattern with clear brioche lines. Due to the brioche, this stitch pattern is rather yarn-consuming – make sure you have enough for the whole garment!

All shaping is charted, and the main stitch is also written out row by row.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

“Julka Cardigan” is a seamless overlapping-front cardigan with a feminine touch, interesting slanted shoulder construction, elbow-length sleeves and a delicate lace pattern on the Fronts.

The garment is worked from the top down, starting at the back with a long-tail cast-on. First, the Back is shaped with short rows to create a slanted shoulder line, then the stitches of the Back are worked down to the armhole, and placed on hold. Now, stitches for the Fronts are picked up one row in from the cast-on edge for an imitated shoulder “seam” look, and worked to the armhole, where the parts are joined and worked together down to the hem, which is finished with an i-cord edge. When the body is completed, sleeve stitches are picked up around the armholes, the sleeves are worked in the round to an elbow length, and likewise finished with applied i-cord edging.

Back and sleeves are worked in stockinette stitch, the fronts in a lace pattern. Instructions for the lace pattern are charted and also completely written out.

“Julka” is the perfect cardigan for those hot summer days, to be paired with sleeveless dresses or T-shirt and shorts for a casually-elegant, but always feminine look. Make one in a cotton or linen blend to take out to the beach and boardwalk café, and another in your favorite glossy yarn to complement your evening dress. Smoother yarns with a clear stitch definition and careful blocking will bring out the best in the lace pattern.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

"Urban Knit" -  Leeni Hoimela

If you like the Scandinavian style, so wonderfully portrayed in the Laine Magazine series “52 Weeks of… “, you'll love the book Urban Knit by Leeni Hoimela. Thanks to it, you will go on a wonderful journey through Finland!

"Urban Knits" is a collection of modern Nordic knitting patterns designed and written out by Leeni Hoimela, an extremely talented knitwear designer, whose projects have been published in Laine and Making Stories. The book contains instructions for simple, timeless and stylish sweaters, socks, hats and scarves. All clothes are made using modern, contemporary methods: sweaters are seamlessly knitted from top to bottom, and socks are knitted toe up. Each pattern is elegant in a simple way, with a delicate and thoughtful finishes, showing how the classic becomes interesting thanks to unusual details.

Urban Knit is not only a collection of knitting patterns. It is also a real immersion in the beautiful life of Helsinki, thanks to the wonderful photos of Leeni, who not only designs knitwear, but is also a journalist and photographer.

“Zina” is generously sized triangle-shaped shawl knit in a combination of a few stitch patterns.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

See Fingering Yarns 

“Boxed and Framed” is the cleaner-line version of “Boxed and Cabled” for those who prefer a straightforward look. This pattern lets the yarn stand out without deflecting from the stitch definition with too much texture or decorative elements. You still won’t be bored when knitting it because the interesting construction makes up very well for the lack of stitch patterns!

Solenn (De Rerum Natura) liked the construction of my “Boxed and Cabled” cardigan so much, she sketched her own version for a simpler, more streamlined version of it, and asked me to write a pattern from her hand-drawn sketch, which is exactly what I did! I followed her suggestions to the last dot, and this is what came out of this collaboration:
A pattern sketched by Solenn (De Rerum Natura), who know best how to highlight their yarns.
Implemented by myself, who knows how to turn a construction idea into a garment that will work.
Tested by my proven pool of test knitters, who know best what fits their actual body shape, in a wide size range.

“Boxed and Framed” is worked in back-and-forth rows, starting from a provisional cast-on in the Back, beginning with a horizontal chain, after which the triangular shape of the back is created using German short rows, and the garment continued top down to the armholes. Later, stitches for both fronts are picked up, and after another horizontal chain, the fronts are worked down to the underarm where both fronts and the back are joined and continued in one piece to the hem.

This versatile cardigan will accompany you from morning coffee through a day at the office to an evening at the opera. Thanks to its minimalist shape, it can complement a variety of different wardrobe items, from cropped jeans or wide-leg linen pants over mini skirts or shorts to elegant A-line or sheath column dresses.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

Oh my, oh my!
This is my very first sock design! Created in collaboration with Madelinetosh Yarns.

Pattern is written for magic loop, but is easily adaptable to DPNs.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

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Knitted Kalevala by Jenna Kostet

What does knitted folk poetry look like? How can a sweater be both a garment and a story?

Knitted Kalevala by Jenna Kostet includes 18 knitting patterns – sweaters, cardigans and accessories – inspired by Kalevala. Considered a national epic in Finland, Kalevala contains old poems full of Baltic-Finnic mythology, ancient symbols, mythical creatures and nature. These as well as other Finnish, Scandinavian and Baltic influences can be seen in the decorative colorwork patterns of the designs. They are also a wonderful alternative to the popular Icelandic sweaters.

 All of the designs are knitted in one piece and the colorwork only uses two colours at the same time, making them accessible to all levels of knitters. The patterns use a variety of lighter and heavier yarns and include several options for suitable yarns.

Jenna Kostet (@ihtiriekkoknits) is a writer and a knitwear designer known for enchanting patterns, such as the Suolaulu Sweater which has been made by thousands of knitters around the world. She has studied ethnology and folkloristics and has published numerous historical novels and children’s books in Finland. In her knitwear designs, Jenna places importance on the stories, the continuation of traditions and the joy of creativity.

The book contains:

• 176 pages
  
• 18 knitting patterns (12 sweaters, 2 cardigans, 2 socks, 1 pair of mittens and 1 hat)
  
• Hardback
  
• Language: English (also available in Finnish)
  
• Weight: Approx. 530 g / 1.2 lb
  
• 188 x 240 x 19.5 mm
  
• ISBN: 978-952-7468-31-9
  
• Printed in Latvia
  
• Print only
  

 Publication day: 11 November, 2022.

Knit This! 21 Gorgeous Everyday Knit Patterns – Veronika Lindberg

Knit This! is a collection of 21 gorgeous knit patterns with a simple, Scandi feel and playful details. The style is contemporary, feminine and elegant, and the knits are designed with wearability and comfort in mind. The book also includes special technique tutorials and handy knitting tips.

What you will find in this book:

• 21 knitting patterns for clothes and accessories: hats, socks, scarves, sweaters, cardigans ...
• Gorgeous knit patterns with a simple, Scandi feel and playful details
• Photographs by Veronika Lindberg, Jukka Heino and Rebecka Lindberg 
• written in English
• 191 pages
• hardcover
• weight: 656g
• size: 176 x 227 x 21mm 
• ISBN: 978-952-7381-78-6

Cardigan is worked top-down starting with a back section of a collar. Stitches for the back are picked up along the side edge of the collar and shoulder stitches are provisionally cast on at each side. Back is worked
in reverse St st to the underarm. Stitches for fronts are picked up at the shoulders and worked to the underarm, where they are joined to the back. Body is worked
in one piece to the hem. Sleeve stitches are picked
up around the armhole and worked to the cuffs in the round. Choose the size with 14-20” of positive ease.

Patterns are available in the following languages: Polish and English.

52 Weeks of Socks, Vol. II - PREORDER!

Note: This is a preorder product with publication day on March 31rd. Orders will ship at end of March. Orders will be handled as one, so if you order other products, all will be shipped together at the end of March.

They are fun to make, quick to finish and always needed — no wonder so many knitters love socks! 52 Weeks of Socks, Vol. II offers even more inspiration for all sock enthusiasts. It is a colourful and abundant collection of patterns from a diverse group of interna­tional designers. Using a variety of different techniques and yarns, the book has something for both beginners and advanced knitters. 

This visually impressive volume continues the series of the bestselling 52 Weeks of Socks, 52 Weeks of Shawls and 52 Weeks of Easy Knits.

It is worked seamlessly top down. Starting at the collar, after which the stitches are picked up for the upper yoke and worked down to the armhole. At this point sts for body and sleeves are separated, sleeve sts are placed on hold, and body sts are worked down to the hem. When the body is completed, sleeve stitches are worked down to the cuffs in rounds.
Choose the size with 8–14" / 20.5–35.5 cm of positive ease.

Wzór dostępny w językach: polski, angielski.

“Greyer” is a boxy style cardigan with open fronts and intriguing cable panels.

The garment is knit from the top down completely seamlessly, starting with a back section of a collar. After having knit the back piece to the underarm, stitches are picked up along the shoulders for the fronts and also worked to the underarm, where all parts are joined and worked in one piece down to the ribbing. When the body has been completed, sleeve stitches are picked up around the armholes and worked in rounds from the top down.

Cable panels are charted only.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

“Quicksand Scarfette” is a “baby brother” of the triangular Quicksand Shawl. It is worked sideways, from tip to tip, and shaped with increases and then decreases hidden in the side cable. This little scarfette features an intriguing cable pattern meandering through brioche pockets. All instructions are written out and charted, so you can either follow charts or written instructions.

Materials:

• 1 (1) skein of Dye Dye Done Silky Merino (50% Silk, 50% Merino, 437 yards / 400 m – 100 g) or Dye Dye Done Delia (70% Baby Alpaca, 20% Silk, 10% Cashmere, 437 yards / 400 m – 100 g)
  Or approx. 328 (394) yards / 300 (360) m of fingering weight yarn.
• US 2½ – 3 mm 24” {60 cm} circular needle or in size to obtain gauge
• tapestry needle

Sizes:

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Wingspan: 44 (52)″ / 112 (132) cm.
Depth at widest point: 6 (6)″ / 15 (15) cm.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English.