Christiane Burkhard
Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads
Knitting: Cowl
Raindrops is a completly reversible Cowl, worked in Double Knit technique. Double Knitting allows you to produce a lofty and warm double layer of Stockinette Stitch fabric with mirror-image colorwork while knitting both layers at the same time. Alternating a knit stitch with a purl stitch you work with two strands (working yarns). The purl side...
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
The Hiddensee bolero is the perfect little piece to wear with a fancy dress or just casually, with a tank top and jeans. A seamless raglan construction makes for a perfect fit with no extra bulk around the armholes, and is easy to adjust. Short rows at the back and the super-stretchy, elegant hem ensure that your bolero will stay in place beaut...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Bundle up for cool fall and winter days in a shawl which is big enough to cover up your shoulders and keep you warm when the air gets crisp. Due to it’s unique but easy construction Ayona offers wonderful possibilities of playing with color; a true stash buster. The pattern uses an easy join-as-you-go technique and a way to weave in ends as you...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The intriguing but still easy construction will make this knit very interesting but still relaxing. Worked from the bottom up with easy slip stitch color work (Mosaic knitting) allows you to play with color and contrast. The good news is that there is no short rowing necessary to achieve the winged shape. Enjoy!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Ready for using up your scraps and create something fun at the same time? This easy to knit slouchy style hat is worked with a Magic Ball, a ball of yarn that changes colors and textures as you work. The pattern will not only show you how to make this slouchy, but also how to create your own artisan yarn - your Magic Ball.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This slouchy, comfy hat is a great choice for both semi-solid and variegated colorways of your favorite sock yarn you want to show off.
Knitting: Dress
As knitters we know how fast our little ones outgrow the things we make for them. Therefore I wanted to design something they can wear for a long time. Since small children grow more in length than in chest circumference, the little dress just transforms into a tunic style top as they get older. It’s worked top down with a round yoke and is sea...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Ocean is one of the most meaningful places in my life. One of my favorite childhood memories is spending time with my family at the North Sea. I loved long walks on the beach and had a great time examining the tide pools for all kinds of treasures.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
I love charity knitting. The most body warmth is lost through the head, which makes a preemie even more vulnerable. A hat can be life saving….
Knitting: Scarf
Recently the daughter of very close friends asked me to make a yellow scarf with a certain kind of ribbing for her.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
This is more than your usual rectangular shawl/stole, it’s a whole new wardrobe in itself. Strategically placed buttons and button holes make this a versatile piece of unique clothing. Wear it as a skirt, top, shrug, shawl, poncho….. the possibilities are endless.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
These playful lace socks remind me of cascading water falls we love to visit in Maine in summer.
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Eagles are bold, beautiful and majestic and this is echoed in the shawl. Beginning at the right wing this piece is worked without seaming using join-as-you-go and very simple short row techniques. Garter stitch and stockinette stitch are combined to balance and add texture..
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Simple elegance, intriguing texture, detail and shape make this piece a must have. This semi-circular shawl uses a short row technique that is easy for less experienced knitters too. The decorative picot edging is worked as you go.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Whether dressing up your jeans jacket or adding flair to dressier attire, Volan offers endless possibilities for fashionably warding off the chill of cool evenings or air conditioning. This versatile piece is something between a scarf, shawl and wrap with a crescent shape that allows for many styling options.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Flying like a bird is something I wish I could do. The unique shape of Wavebird not only reminds me of bird wings but also helps to make it stay on the shoulders. The pattern has written out rows as well as charts.
Knitting: Cardigan, Coat / Jacket
This adorable cardigan is knitted in strips which are in turn knitted together. The self patterning sock yarn works up in a unique patchwork design.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Lightness, open patterning and a comfort- able size, makes this shawl perfect for breezy summer days.
Knitting: Cowl
Teaching at my local yarn shop I’m always looking for easy but fun patterns for novice knitters.
Knitting: Pixie Hat
This fun hat was inspired by the colorful onion domes of the St. Basil Cathedral in Moscow. During the long period of short and gloomy winter days everyone needs to add color to life. For this project you can use from two to eight colors, which makes it perfect to use up these odds and ends and get creative. The decorative ridge you will get on...
Knitting: Baby Blanket
This pattern was designed for a Mystery Baby Blanket KAL for Warm Woolies to encourage people to knit a baby blanket for less privileged children in cold climates or in some of the reservations in South Dakota.
Knitting: Pullover
Guernsey Sweater is a heritage classic, traditionally worn by fishermen of the past out on the rough seas.
Knitting: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
This bolero fits an American Girl Doll / or any 18” doll.The pattern is knitted top down in a raglan shape.
Knitting: Pullover
This is a great pattern to use for boys and girls depending of the colors you choose.
Knitting: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
This Poncho fits any American Girl doll and makes a fast and easy knitted gift.