From the August 2024 issue
The Refined Blazer Vest is a sophisticated, double-breasted sleeveless coat inspired by Naval style. Worked in pieces from the bottom up and then seamed, this vest features a polished design. The front opening, lapels and pocket top edges are finished with an i-cord bind-off in a contrasting color for added detail. Patch pockets are attached to the body after the panels have been blocked and seamed, ensuring a precise fit.
View ProjectBy Dee Hardiman
From the February 2024 issue
Introducing the Flower Market Hat pattern, an exquisite design inspired by the vibrant blooms found in a flower basket. This pattern, estimated to be completed within a week, caters to advanced-level knitters seeking an engaging and rewarding project. Embrace the challenge and creativity as you bring this hat to life, infusing it with the spirit of a blossoming flower market.
View ProjectFrom the April 2023 issue
Loopty Loo is a whimsical sock pattern reminiscent of the vintage children’s song, “Here we go high, here we go low.” Contrasting loops are knit in the stranded colorwork method with a cheerful stripe pattern made of five colors of yarn. This pattern is knit in sock weight yarn, top down with an afterthought heel.
View ProjectFrom the April 2023 issue
Cerise features a swirly stitch pattern and a flattering square sweetheart neckline. This tank top is a perfect stand-alone top and can be easily layered with your favorite cardigan or jacket for spring.
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An intricately pieced purse in the shape of a rose bloom, Rosalia is attention grabbing and whimsical. This purse is knit in a light worsted weight yarn before piecing together and the rose itself is knit piecewise for a 3D appearance. Perfect for a Valentine’s Day date night – and as a conversation starter!
View ProjectFrom the February 2023 issue
Rose Patch is a reversible winter scarf wishing for spring. Knit in the round to create a double layer, each “patch” is built on the previous one in the stranded colorwork method. The scarf combines three graphic patchwork designs: a rose, veins of the leaves and thorns because, just as in life, you can’t have a rose without a few thorns!
View ProjectBy Laura Barker
From the October 2023 issue
Kinsley consists of diagonal lines created by pairs of twisted stitches centered around purl bands, and crossing with cables. The resulting shapes are diamonds. The strong lines suggested a v-neck. The resulting vest is gender neutral with wide appeal.
View ProjectBy Cristina D
Ready for a challenge? Let’s have some fun trying a bottom-up bias construction together with a colorwork mosaic pattern. The charted instructions, together with the written pattern will make an enjoyable and straightforward knit.
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From the August 2022 issue
Solara takes advantage of the color transitions in a self-striping yarn that creates a sunset color background for a simple geometric colorwork pattern. The entire garment is worked bottom up, in the round, utilizing steeks for the deep split hemline and sleeve openings. After cutting the steeks and seaming the shoulders, sleeves and neck stitches are picked up and knit in the round in a broken rib pattern. Finally, fringe is attached to the side slits to highlight the deep slip hemline and to add a boho detail to this garment.
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Color outside the lines and try on a new hue this season. The body of this tank top is worked flat, with a single side seam, from the bottom up. Short rows are employed to create the asymmetrical hem. A perfect nod to the coastal views, this soft tank is a must for summer adventures.
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