From the August 2024 issue
Inspired by 1940s style, the Retro Revival Pleated Top features short sleeves pleated at the top, deep hems and a crew-neck. This top is crafted with columns of three-stitch cables and a two-color textured stitch pattern formed by stripes and slipped stitches. The hems and neck are worked in single ribbing with a contrasting color, adding a classic yet modern touch to this timeless piece.
View ProjectFrom the August 2023 issue
Lorena comes in an easy-to-wear silhouette, with loose, relaxed fit and modified drop shoulder sleeves. The hems and wide V-neck border are worked in single ribbing, with different stripes patterns. An easy pattern of knit, purl and slip sts gives a light texture to the garment, making it more interesting.
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From Skirt The Rules: The Knitting Collection of Dresses, Skirts & Tunics
Savannah is a sleeveless, high-neck dress that features a geometric colorwork bodice that transitions into a simple Lattice Lace skirt, and finished with a Diamond Lace pattern. The construction is top-down, in the round, with Steeks for sleeve openings and back neck closure. Slight waist shaping is done by changing to a smaller needle size. Transitions between each lace section incorporate gradual increases that shape the skirt. The skirt length can be easily extended by working additional lace repeats.
View ProjectFrom the October 2022 issue
This is a classic cable pattern with a modern sleeve design. The cables are turned inside out on the sleeve cap! Felipe is bound to be a wardrobe staple.
View ProjectFrom the October 2022 issue
This cardigan was inspired by a classic Aran sweater, but in a lighter weight with a modern cable pattern and offset front. Pair it with your favorite jeans and boots for a perfect fall outfit.
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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 February 2022 issue
Ella is a sweet pullover with intricate hem and sleeve details. The body is worked in the round from the bottom up until after the waistband, where it is split and worked back and forth. Sleeves are worked in the round, from the bottom up.
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Olivette is designed with an all-over mock cable and eyelet pattern, with hems in single ribbing. The loose, relaxed fit, v-neck and drop shoulder shape, keep this beguiling pullover feeling casual, cool and incredibly wearable.
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Tori is a unique colorblocked top that features several gorgeous shades of blue. With a cleverly placed double edge to create the illusion of layered sleeves, this top is an interesting knit to add to your summer-to-fall wardrobe.
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