Evelyn developed an early love for “all things handmade” when her mother taught her to crochet, knit, sew and embroider. She graduated from doll clothes to scarves and sweaters, and she loves to experiment with technique and materials. The intrepid color knitter tends towards intarsia and stranding, and as with many knitters, when she couldn’t find patterns for what she wanted to knit, she started designing her own, which can be found in her Ravelry shop. Her designs are also published in magazines and on yarn company web sites.
In 2015 she won the “People’s Choice” and “First Runner-Up” award of the “Mohair South Africa/Vogue Knitting - Warmth of Mohair Blanket Design Competition”.
She currently lives in Athens, Greece with her son and their two cats.
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From the April 2023 issue
Rayanna is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up, beginning with a deep band of single ribbing, that gives way to a patchwork of four different dainty cables on the front. Highlight your cable knitting skills with this perfect-for-spring top.
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Aveline combines a classic V-neck style with a wonderful diamond pattern, long straight lines, button band, drop-shoulder sleeves and inset pockets. The result is a versatile and timeless garment you’ll wear all season.
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For an eye-catching addition to your outfit, you’ll adore this colorwork cardigan. With an open-front design and beautiful structure, this cardigan is perfect for dressing up a work outfit or for stylishly lounging around the house. Made with an oversized silhouette, Winona has a flowing feel, drop shoulder sleeves and inset pockets for a chic and casual feel.
View ProjectFrom the October 2022 issue
Sorrel features two different tartan patterns in warm earthy tones which blend together to create this stunning cardigan. The pattern of the left front and sleeve is actually a stripe pattern, which is then embroidered with vertical lines to mimic tartan. The pattern of the right front and sleeve is worked in stranded colorwork. The back is in solid
color in stockinette stitch. The comfortable cardigan has a relaxed shape and modified drop shoulder sleeves, button bands and a collar, which are worked in single ribbing. The back and fronts are worked flat from the bottom up and sewn together. We promise that you’ll adore this striking piece!
An abstract landscape painting in beautiful earth tones decorates the front of Illianna, which is designed with a loose, relaxed fit, lush turtleneck and modified drop-shoulder shape. The hems and turtleneck are worked in double ribbing and the colorwork of the front is made with the intarsia method, with the back and sleeves in stockinette stitch. The sweater is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up and sewn together. We can’t wait to see your versions if this incredible piece!
View ProjectFrom the August 2022 issue
Folklore is a feminine blouse inspired by the embroidered peasant tops that have been popular through the ages. Knit bottom up in pieces and then sewn together, the sleeves are decorated with stranded colorwork of stitch patterns adopted from traditional embroidery folk patterns. Each pattern is in a different color to create an interesting contrast that’s sure to get attention.
View ProjectFrom the June 2022 issue
Equal parts effortless and elevated, the Adella Top is a lovely pick for any seasonal occasion. This top is worked in stockinette stitch with ruffle details over each shoulder and down the front and back of this top. The finishing of the round neckline, armholes, and hem are worked with single ribbing. With its subtle flair and elegant ruffle accents, this warm-weather staple is easily dressed up for an evening out.
View ProjectFrom the June 2022 issue
With flirty tie-straps and playful pleats, this tank guarantees you’ll have sun-kissed shoulders. Zaya is designed with a square neck and a lush cable pattern that forms a smocked body. The bodice is worked with 4×2 ribbing. The back and fronts are worked flat from the bottom up and sewn together. First, the pleated peplum is worked from waist to bottom, then the bodice is worked bottom up. This tangerine tank brightens any mood.
View ProjectFrom the February 2022 issue
The generous shape of this long open-front cardigan creates a cozy fit with classic appeal. Thalia features an all-over textured pattern and a shawl collar worked in reverse stockinette stitch, creating beautifully rolled edges. This cardigan is the perfect casual piece for when you just want to be cozy and cute.
View ProjectFrom the February 2022 issue
Worked in the round bottom-up and seamless, this is an infinitely versatile piece that can be worn inside out. The two-color simple fisherman’s rib with beautiful raglan shaping makes Everleigh an ideal entry into fisherman’s rib garments.
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