Aleks Byrd

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

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: Vest
SAAR VEST
Knitting: Doll
Troi Gnome is 2023’s knitted gnome
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: Cardigan
SITSIJAKK
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: Mid-calf Socks
These socks are embellished with Estonian knitted fringe, evocative of reeds moving in the wind. A great opportunity touse up mini skeins or leftovers!
Knitting: Softies - Other
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Knitting: Cowl
The Agnes cowl is a great project to for Roosimine beginners and those curious to try using this technique in a slightly different way. Perfect for using mini skeins or leftovers as contrast colours it’s a great accessory for the cooler weather and gift knitting.
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: Pullover
Knitting: Cowl
Knitting: Pullover
Knitting: Pullover
Vormsi is one of Estonia’s smaller islands and this vikkel pattern is a variation on a traditional Vormsi sock. The pattern is meant to evoke the feeling of waves in the Baltic sea.
Knitting: Vest
Mustjala, a parish on the largest Estonian island, is known for intricate vikkel stitch patterns on white gloves, mittens and stockings. The stitch pattern for this vest is inspired by one of Mustjala’s many vikkel glove patterns.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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: Pullover
Knitting: Pullover
Knitting: Pullover
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This large shawl can be likened to unfurling a bolt of the striped hand-woven fabric (‘kangas’) used for the skirts of national folk costumes. In Estonia, each parish has its own colours for women’s skirts to show where the wearer is from.
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: Pullover
This knitted-fringe sweater has the timeless (‘ajatu’) quality of a Chanel tweed jacket. It is inspired by the blouse and jacket styles from the folk costume of Muhu, with stripes of patterning down the front hiding the closings and clasps.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The knitted fringes on the shawl are inspired by the stripes and edge trim seen on many traditional mittens.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
There are many cute hedgehogs (‘siil’) to be found in the great expanse of forest that make up Estonia, and these creatures are sometimes seen in the city parks too. Create stylish quills on a handy pair of mitts using a staggered fringe.
Knitting: Mittens
Kiperoosa is a simplified, modern take on a pair of heavily embellished traditional mittens. The flip-top option gives you modern convenience with style.
Knitting: Cardigan
Like rays of sunshine, the roosimine pattern on this cardigan spreads out in rays across the hem and cuffs. This is a twist on a classic roosimine motif found on the cuffs of gloves from Tõstamaa.
Knitting: Pullover
This stunning sweater uses the roosimine technique to evoke the feeling of a windmill.
Knitting: Pullover
This roosimine pattern is one that evokes traditional patterns used in socks and gloves. It is worn proudly on the front chest like a shield (‘kilp’) of pride, identity and protection. Do it as a gradient, all in one colour or with three different colours.
Knitting: Doll
Purchase the Roosi Gnome along with its festive cousins Gnomad and Knit Gnome for a festive gnome family. Get all the patterns together for 25% off the patterns no code needed.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This pattern is featured in 52 Weeks of Shawls by Laine Publishing.
Knitting: Cardigan
This pattern can be found in issue 10 of Laine Magazine.
Knitting: Pullover
This pattern can be found in issue 10 of Laine Magazine.
Knitting: Animal Toy
The super cute yarn loving penguin, Pengwyn the Penguin is a quick knit and wonderful small winter companion
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Caloroso warmth in Italian
Knitting: Cowl
Kallike is the Estonian word for darling
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Rhëdyr is the Welsh word for waterfalls
Knitting: Ankle Sock
Truuduse
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
These wrist warmers are named after my grandmother who was a masterful knitter. A discovery of little booklet with motifs she had created and copied from traditional patterns back in 1930s Estonia inspired these embroidered looking wrist warmers.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Pullover
This pattern can be found in issue 9 of Laine Magazine.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
ELUPUU - Tree of Life; Estonian
Knitting: Pullover
MERELE – to the sea; Estonian
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
The pattern can be found in issue 7 of Laine Magazine.
Knitting: Gloves
LIDDEN – story; Devonian
Knitting: Cowl
Lalli is a geometric and floral patterned cowl knit in the round and grafted together for a seamless finish. It’s the perfect project to play with hand dyed yarns for added effect in the stranded colourwork and slip stitch patterns.
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: Fingerless Gloves
Inspired by the wandering paths that the sheep take.
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.
Knitting: Pillow / Cushion
Geometric stranded pillow pattern with 4 colors of Worsted weight.
Knitting: Doll
A perfect holiday knitting companion!
Knitting: Baby Blanket
Inspired by the Dala horses of Sweden.
Knitting: Cowl
VAIP - Tapestry; Estonian
Knitting: Cowl
2 Skeins of contrasting yarns.