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Fleur de Chartres Sweater

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From the December 2024 issue

This top-down, circular yoke sweater is inspired by a window from Notre Dame de Chartres. It begins with a twisted 1×1 rib at the neck, flowing seamlessly into the yoke pattern, which mimics stone tracery and extends through the body and sleeves, evoking gothic arches. As the yoke expands, various window motifs emerge. The fleur-de-lis motif is repeated at the hem and cuffs, both finished with twisted 1×1 ribbing. To keep the vibrant contrast colors discreet, the Ladderback Jacquard method is used for stranding, with supplementary charts provided at the end of the pattern.

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Snowbound Fair Isle Socks

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From the December 2024 issue

The Snowbound Fair Isle Socks cater to both seasoned knitters proficient in colorwork and newcomers eager to explore this technique. Designed for those seeking a relaxing yet visually impactful project, these socks boast uncomplicated patterns that avoid long floats, ensuring a smooth knitting experience. The colorwork, featured exclusively on the legs, strikes a balance between simplicity and striking detail, complemented by textured rows that add depth and interest.

Emphasizing practicality, these socks are crafted with the understanding that the majority will be worn inside shoes. This thoughtful design choice ensures comfort while allowing the intricate colorwork to shine on the visible parts of the sock.

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Southwest Dreamer Sweater

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From the August 2024 issue

The Southwest Dreamer Sweater features striking colorwork in geometric shapes and bright hues, evoking the vibrant spirit of the Southwest. This stylish sweater is designed with full-length modified drop shoulder sleeves and a classic crew neck. The hems, cuffs and neck border are finished with double ribbing, adding a refined touch to the overall look. Crafted in a bottom-up construction, the garment is knitted in separate pieces and then sewn together, ensuring a perfect fit and seamless finish. This eye-catching sweater is both a fashion statement and a cozy wardrobe essential.

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Dusk & Dawn Colorwork Hat

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From the December 2023 issue

Step into the enchanting world of stranded colorwork with our Dusk & Dawn Colorwork Hat pattern. Designed with both comfort and style in mind, this unisex adult-sized hat offers two distinct versions to suit your personal taste: a longer, slouchy fit for those cozy winter strolls, or a snug, fitted beanie for crisp, chilly days.

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Loopty Loo Socks

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From 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.

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Sorrel Tartan Cardigan

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From 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!

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Folklore Blouse

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From 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.

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