Aleks Byrd
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Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Tähesära is an homage to my time quilting. I learned to sew and quilt before picking up knitting needles. Some of my favorite quilting block patterns are the bold star blocks made of different pieces. The eight point star pattern created using Fluff in the central Roosimine inlay panel is inspired by some of my favorite quilting patterns blende...
Knitting: Tee
The Lilleke sweater is inspired by the gorgeous Lilleke sock pattern. Aleks created these socks last year with the idea of combining floral and tartan plaid patterns using Roosimine Estonian inlay knitting. She fell so in love with the stitch pattern created for the socks that it needed to be put on a sweater!
Knitting: Pullover
The Lilleke light sweater is inspired by the gorgeous Lilleke sock pattern. Aleks created these socks last year with the idea of combining floral and tartan plaid patterns using Roosimine Estonian inlay knitting. She fell so in love with the stitch pattern created for the socks that it needed to be put on a sweater!
Knitting: Pullover
The Lilleke sweater is inspired by the gorgeous Lilleke sock pattern. Aleks created these socks last year with the idea of combining floral and tartan plaid patterns using Roosimine Estonian inlay knitting. She fell so in love with the stitch pattern created for the socks that it needed to be put on a sweater!
Knitting: Ankle Sock
THIS FABULOUS design from Aleks Byrd has a geometric stripe and floral pattern created using roosimine, an Estonian inlay knitting technique. Aleks has used John Arbon’s Exmoor Sock yarn for the main fabric of the sock, and the inlay patterning uses two shades of John Arbon’s Appledore DK in mini skeins.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Uhke is a sock pattern that uses Estonian vikkel twisted traveling stitches to create a fun pattern amidst a rib stitch. Who needs a boring 1x1 rib sock cuff when you can have fun with these twisted traveling stitch patterns! This is an excellent sock knitting pattern for playing with special hand dyed skeins of sock yarn in your stash like th...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Vaheldus is a roosimine sock pattern that uses the traditional Estonian inlay technique called roosimine (also can be called roositud). It is a great beginner’s roosimine knitting project as well as a perfect sock pattern for using mini skeins and leftover sock yarn. Have fun knitting this simple modern geometric roosimine pattern inspired by ...
Knitting: Pullover
Named after the region of Mulgimaa in southern Estonia, Mulgi is the region’s dialect, as well as the name of the people who come from there. Mulgimaa is known for its distinct black folk costume coats worn by men, embellished with red cording. In the spirit of this region, the Mulgi sweater is adorned with red embellishment in the form of bobb...
Knitting: Dress
The troi is a traditional men’s sweater from the island of Kihnu. Troi’s are all-over colourwork sweaters brimming with embellishment, historically done in black or blue and white with the knitted braids in red. This modern troi includes useful pockets and comes in two versions, a sweater and a dress.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
A colourful modern twist on a traditional sock style from the island it is named after. These socks have colourwork detailing and sock teeth pattern (‘sukahambad’) with braids and sleek ribbing down the leg to the toes and heel, reminiscent of its intricate traditional inspiration.
Knitting: Doll
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Knitting: Animal Toy
The super cute yarn loving penguin, Pengwyn the Penguin is a quick knit and wonderful small winter companion
Knitting: Cowl
The striking weaving patterns of Wales and Estonia inspired this geometric design, which is named after a village in Wales filled with treasured woven textiles in antiques shops. It’s perfect for knitting a modern piece in bold colours, or going for a more subtle effect.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Inspired by the cascading patterned tiled roofs of Vienna and Budapest. Add a touch of colourful continental chic at your fingertips. Perfect quick knit for mini skeins.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The word “ristine” is Estonian meaning crossing or traverse. The brim of this hat features a crossing traveling or twisted stitch pattern reminiscent of lattice work. This stitch pattern comes from the village of Mustjala on the Estonian island of Saaremaa where it is traditionally used on socks and gloves.