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Six colorful designs in Color by Kristin, from the studios of Kristin Nicholas. Look for this pattern booklet at your local yarn shop or buy it online here.
Six colorful designs in Color by Kristin, from the studios of Kristin Nicholas. Look for this pattern booklet at your local yarn shop or buy it online here.
A good book is a creation that weaves characters of depth with a compelling story. The same is true when beautiful fibers create yarns to pair with the designs best suited to their characteristics.
Versatile cardigans for every occasion. Also, introducing Song. Cotton and wool combine in this luxurious dk weight yarn giving excellent stitch definition in a sophisticated palette. Perfect for year round wear, babies to adults, in cables, lace, colorwork or plain stockinette, Song does it all beautifully!
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Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Light and airy, this scarf or generously sized wrap is lightning quick to knit and couldn’t be simpler. Just cast on and knit! Wet blocking turns loosely knit garter stitch into an etheral fabric perfect for a summer accessory.
Knitting: Cardigan
A top down, A-line cardigan with short sleeves, wide lace front bands, and eyelet raglan shaping.
Knitting: Pullover
A cropped drop-shoulder pullover with wide cuffs and a lace and cable panel at center front and back.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A sleeveless A-line tank with overlapping side slits and an inserted front neck lace panel.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A pretty textured wrap with shaped ends.
Knitting: Tee
A cropped tee, with elbow length sleeves, worked in an eyelet stripe pattern.
Knitting: Pullover
A relaxed fit drop shoulder pullover worked in a ridge pattern.
Knitting: Poncho
An easy mesh stitch rectangle seamed to create a poncho/wrap.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
An A-line sleeveless top with an asymmetrical front slit.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A button-front tank to layer or wear on its own.
Knitting: Pullover
A collared raglan pullover in stockinette with eyelets and garter stitch edges and collar.
Knitting: Tee
A classic tee with side ties and a keyhole back neck detail.
Knitting: Cardigan
A classic wrap cardigan with ties.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The days are getting shorter and colder. Here’s a quick and easy knit to keep heads warm. Quest is the perfect yarn for winter!
Knitting: Pullover
Skill Level
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Use any worsted wool that knits at about 5 stitches to the inch in stockinette. The original was knit in Liberty Wool, a washable worsted weight.
Knitting: Pullover
Stripes in Stockinette travel in all directions on this comfortable and cozy pullover.
Knitting: Cape
Cables and traveling stitches intertwine on this cropped capelet worked in the round. Wear it buttoned or unbuttoned, with the opening at the side or center front.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Quest
Knitting: Pullover
An oversized, modified drop shoulder turtleneck in a cozy basketweave stitch that you’ll want to wear every day.
Knitting: Vest
This stockinette stitch cardigan vest with textured edges is quick to knit and easy to wear.
Knitting: Scarf
Extra long and light as a feather, this warm and cozy mesh stitch scarf is the perfect winter accessory.
Knitting: Pullover
Stripes and cables both take center stage in this modified drop shoulder, round neck pullover.
Knitting: Cardigan
Pockets, textured edges and raglan sleeve shaping make Sedgewick an easy to knit and wear cardigan. Leave open at the front or pin it closed for a cozy fit.
Knitting: Poncho
This great layering piece has the ease of a poncho and is kept in place with a belt.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Adelaide: Worsted weight pure merino in a palette of sumptuous heathers. This affordable merino is a go-to worsted weight you’ll return to time and time again. The five neutral shades and seven classic colors are all subtly heathered, adding depth and nuance to your projects. The two plies and a firm z twist give it bounce and spring.
Knitting: Pullover
Horseshoe cables adorn this classic crewneck pullover for children and laced front pullover for adults.
Knitting: Pullover
Elbow length sleeves, a foldover cowl neck and front pouch pocket, make this ribbed pullover in washable wool your new favorite.
Knitting: Cowl
Cotton and Linen combine for a summery yarn in a popular worsted weight. The linen fiber has a subtle sheen and adds body; cotton adds stitch definition and softness. This yarn gets even softer the more it’s worn and the light and vibrant palette is perfect for warm weather wear.
Knitting: Pullover
Classic cables are featured in this raglan pullover with an A-line silhouette to flatter all body shapes.
Knitting: Pullover
Originally published by Classic Elite Yarns in 1992, knit in Classic Elite Yarns Willough Silk/Cotton.
Knitting: Tee
A ballet neckline and on-trend bubble shaped sleeve makes this classic tee shape with unfinished edges easy to knit and wear.
Knitting: Cardigan
A classic round neck cardigan covered in eyelet filled cables. A ribbed panel defines the waist and the sleeve cuffs feature a bell shape.
Crochet: Containers
Baskets are useful for SO many reasons and crocheting a basket is probably easier than you think. Suitable for beginners, you only need to know how to single crochet. You can easily customize the size to suit whatever purpose you dream up. To crochet a basket with sturdier sides, work the sides until they are twice as tall as desired and fold t...
Knitting: Scarf
Calista: This summer-friendly yarn is a classic mercerized cotton with a chain construction. It creates a fabric that adds elegance to knit and crochet projects.
Knitting: Pullover
Horseshoe cables alternate with panels of Stockinette on this oversized pullover knit in La Gran. La Gran was the very first yarn from Classic Elite in the early 1980’s and although the palette changes as time goes by La Gran remains a stalwart basic in todays roster of Classic Elite yarns. Warm and lightweight, mohair knits up quickly and, con...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Calista: This summer-friendly yarn is a classic mercerized cotton with a chain construction. It creates a fabric that adds elegance to knit and crochet projects.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Delicate lace adorns the yoke of this top knit in mercerized cotton Provence. With the waistline shaped for a flattering fit, this top has
Knitting: Cardigan
Stripes travel in all directions in this capsleeved cardigan with square neckline. The tone-on-tone shades of Fortuna and varying width stripes add nuance and depth to this summery cardigan.
Knitting: Brimmed Hat
Cotton and Linen combine for a summery yarn in a popular worsted weight. The linen fiber has a subtle sheen and adds body; cotton adds stitch definition and softness. This yarn gets even softer the more it’s worn and the light and vibrant palette is perfect for warm weather wear. The generous yardage per hank makes Hanako a good value.
Knitting: Pullover
Columns of eyelets alternate with Stockinette on this simple-yet-elegant pullover. Knit in trans-seasonal Soft Linen, the wide neckline and simple silhouette make Gadina a versatile sweater in any wardrobe.
Knitting: Pullover
Rib and ridges alternate in perfect proportion in this raglan pullover. Knit in pieces from the bottom up and seamed.
Knitting: Cardigan
A classic V-neck cardigan with broken rib texture at the edges and shoulder.
Knitting: Scarf
MountainTop Chalet’s colorful cousin, Chateau is the same super-soft baby alpaca/bamboo blend with a chainette construction. It knits up quickly, which is perfect for gifts you need to make in a hurry. Any pattern written for Chalet will knit up just as beautifully in Chateau.
Knitting: Vest
Adelaide: Worsted weight pure merino in a palette of sumptuous heathers. This affordable merino is a go-to worsted weight you’ll return to time and time again. The five neutral shades and seven classic colors are all subtly heathered, adding depth and nuance to your projects. The two plies and a firm z twist give it bounce and spring.
Knitting: Pullover
Knit and purl stitches are artfully combined and balanced in this relaxed version of a guernsey pullover.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
This basic sock pattern with a traditional heel flap or afterthought heel is appropriate for a beginner sock knitter. Customize the length of rib above the ankle for the fit you like best.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Interlocking rope cables, bordered on each end in rib, cover these extra long mitts. Soft, lightweight and washable, Yuri is a wonderful yarn for fingerless mitts.
Knitting: Mittens
Soft and warm, Palace is a wonderful mitten yarn. Worked at a tighter gauge than usual, these simple mittens, with rolled edge at cuff, are worked flat and seamed, and work up quickly. Mittens are identical and will fit either hand. Tweedy Palace is interchangeable with undyed Chalet and solid colored Chateau, for a rainbow of color choices.
Knitting: Vest
Finished Measurements
Knitting: Pullover
A relaxed-fitting dolman pullover with short sleeves and center cable panel. Knit up in the lighter than air Chateau, this sweater is a cozy quick knit on US 11 needles!
Knitting: Tee
SKILL LEVEL
Knitting: Cardigan
Cropped, shawl collar cardigan worked with two strands of yarn held together throughout.
Knitting: Pullover
Cozy, drop shoulder pullover with buttoned turtleneck and side vents.
Knitting: Cardigan
Classic cardigan with colorblocking, reindeer motifs and small shawl collar.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Yak and merino blend for squishable luxury in worsted weight Arietta. Putstanding stitch definition and a palette of soft mid-tones make arietta a cable knitter’s dream.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This fun and versatile piece can be worn as a wrap, scarf, or shrug/cowl combination.
Knitting: Cardigan
Relaxed cardigan with a deep V-neck and sewn-on lace border.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This summer accessory begins with the triangle tip and then progresses to stripes , increasing at the edges to achieve the overall elongated triangle shape. You can use the colors exactly as shown or change colors where and when you like.
Knitting: Cardigan
A relaxed, open-front raglan cardigan worked in pieces and then seamed.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A quick to knit lace and rib hat.
Knitting: Pullover
Pucker stitch adds texture to this simply shaped drop shoulder pullover.
Knitting: Vest
Classic layering piece with cables and lace panel on the front with buttons on the back.
Knitting: Vest
A cable and wide rib circle this asymmetric vest knit from side to side.
Knitting: Pullover
Knit in pieces and seamed, cables cover the hem, cuff and neckline of this overwise simple-to-knit pullover.
Knitting: Scarf
Long edges are scalloped in this reversible garter based eyelet stitch scarf.
Knitting: Pullover
Cables with attached I-cord ties adorn the sleeves and back of this stunning pullover.
Knitting: Pullover
Knit in pieces and seamed, this boat neck pullover has oversized eyelet flowers on cuffs, upper back, and along center front.
Knitting: Pullover
Lace and stripes are a winning combination in this scoop neck pullover.
Crochet: Poncho
MountainTop Chalet’s colorful cousin, Chateau is the same super-soft baby alpaca/bamboo blend with a chainette construction. It knits up quickly, which is perfect for last-minute gifts. Any pattern written for Chalet will knit-up just as beautifully in Chateau.
Crochet: Cardigan
Read more about Savona on Kristen’s blog.
Knitting: Cowl
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Cardigan
Skill Level
Crochet: Cardigan
A bracelet sleeved swing cardigan with crossover lace motif fronts with side to side short row shaping, and bottom-up shaping for back and sleeves.
Crochet: Cardigan
The colors of richly-hued Camelot blend beautifully in this surplice cardigan with openwork trim.
Crochet: Poncho
A poncho with cables and openwork, worked side to side in one piece. The ribbed turtleneck is worked around the neck opening changing hook size as you go.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This summery top can be worn with lace medalion detail on front or back.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan worked seamlessly from the bottom up that combines raglan and saddle shoulder shaping, and features diagonal eyelet lines in the body.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cropped, body-skimming stockinette cardigan with eyelet check borders.
Knitting: Tee, Vest
Cleverly constructed, this top with diagonal rows of eyelets and diamond insets at each side, can be worn as a summery top or layered over a tee.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A delicate lace scarf inspired by falling autumn leaves and new spring foliage.
Knitting: Pullover
Classic Silk
Knitting: Tee
Stripes and chevrons combine beautifully in this randomly striped V-neck tee. Despite the stripes, there are minimal ends to weave: the body is worked in the round, with unused colors carried up the side of work, and the ends from the stripes on the bodice are used for fringe on the dolman sleeves.
Knitting: Cardigan
This feminine cardigan has a Stockinette yoke with a pretty eyelet stitch covering the body, and 3/4 length fitted sleeves.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
An A-line tunic worked in stockinette with handkerchief points at lower edge.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
With a slight A-line shape, this sleeveless top is perfect for warm weather wear.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This textured sleeveless top is worked in two pieces from the bottom up. Applied I-Cord finishes the neck and armhole edges.
Knitting: Cardigan
This pattern is free on KristenTenDyke.com
Knitting: Pullover
A sweater with cutaway crossover fronts and shirttail back hem.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A-line tank with diagonal lace inserts at the front shoulders.
Knitting: Pullover
A cropped summer mesh stitch top with longer back and extra-long sleeves.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A fitted tank top worked from the bottom up in the round.
Knitting: Tee
A swingy, A-line top with a join-as-you-go garter stitch collar.
Knitting: Tee
A vintage openwork stitch pattern takes on new life in a contemporary tee with foldover collar and cap sleeves.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Lacy openwork lines accent this long rectangular wrap with optional fringe.
Knitting: Pullover
This uniquely constructed pullover is simpler to knit than it appears. The two strips knit for the body are crossed on the front, creating waist shaping.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Liberty Wool is a super-soft, washable wool available in solid and printed colors. This yarn’s balanced twist will make all stitch combinations pop.
Knitting: Vest
Cozy layering vest with foldover turtleneck and longer back hem.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A warm slouchy hat with cables on the front and stockinette stitch on the back.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Worked in the round, these cozy mitts have a cable on the back of the hand and a simple thumb opening.
Knitting: Pullover
A raglan pullover with traditional color work around the yoke and cuffs in a rainbow of colors.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Quick to knit in double stranded La Gran, this coat with large cables and generous collar is extremely warm and cozy.
Knitting: Mittens
Fresco is a smooth and even 3-ply sport weight yarn. The plies are twisted together tightly enough to make a firm, springy yarn, but not so tightly that the yarn loses its lofty, soft hand. The fiber blend – wool (for warmth and strength), alpaca (for loft and sheen), and a bit of angora (to provide a soft halo – makes a yarn that’s warm, soft,...
Knitting: Vest
Wynter is the same super soft alpaca and wool as Blackthorn – only in bright and deep saturated color. The superfine alpaca makes garments soft and warm while the wool lends it strength. Perfect for big chunky sweaters that knit up quickly, a throw to snuggle into, or accessories to keep you toasty.
Knitting: Cardigan
Vista is a member of the MountainTop Collection of yarns spun with natural undyed fibers that you have to see and feel to truly appreciate. Vista is lovely blend of superfine alpaca and wool in eight natural shades. The blend produces a durable yarn that is long-wearing while still maintaining a soft hand, perfect for all kinds of garments and ...
Knitting: Vest
Knotted cables in a pyramid arrangement are the focal point of this casual V-neck vest.
Knitting: Tote
Cabled bag knit with two strands of yarn held together.
Knitting: Pullover
A short sleeve pullover for layering in Garter stitch with Lattice cable yoke.
Knitting: Pullover
A boxy, cowl neck pullover with a variety of cables. Unfinished edges create a casual look.
Knitting: Pullover
Vista is part of the Mountaintop Collection of yarns spun with natural undyed fibers that you have to see and feel to truly appreciate. Vista, which is interchangeable with 100% wool Crestone, is a lovely blend of superfine alpaca and wool. The blend produces a durable yarn that is long-wearing while still maintaining a soft hand.
Knitting: Pullover
An asymmetrical cabled turtleneck, with modified drop shoulder shaping, in a variety of textured stitches.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This rectangular stole uses basic intarsia techniques and slipped stitches to create an elegant stained-glass effect. Simple garter stitch squares worked at a moderate gauge result in a stole with a balance of body and drape.
Knitting: Pullover
A classic, uncluttered sweater in the style of the early 60s worked from the top down. The horizontal stripes are knit as the sweater is being worked, then the vertical stripes are added using a crochet slip stitch technique or duplicate stitch.
Knitting: Poncho
This color block poncho, in a variety of textures, is a sampler of different stitches. The foldover turtleneck and elongated back length complete this flattering silhouette.
Knitting: Vest
A vest with a swingy shape that buttons up the back , slightly cropped for layering.
Knitting: Pullover
This scoop neck pullover has stranded colorwork motifs worked along the asymmetrical color block lines.
Knitting: Pullover
A broken rib stitch pullover with center eyelet panel and side body buttons.
Knitting: Vest
A slightly cropped turtleneck vest, perfect for layering.
Knitting: Pullover
Edenberry
Knitting: Mittens
Classic mittens with slip stitch detail are worked in the round. With the thumb gusset at the side, the mittens are identical and will fit either hand.
Knitting: Cardigan
A hip-length cardigan/shrug with a wide front opening and short sleeves, worked in a combination of stockinette and textured bands.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan with waist shaping and a ribbon closure that can be worn several ways: Lace the ribbon through all the holes, just a few holes at the top, or a few holes at the waist to create different looks.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Shown in linen blend Bella Lino for summer and Alpaca Sox for cooler weather, this crescent shawl has a center wedge of lace flanked by garter stitch wings and is finished with a lower lace border.
Knitting: Cardigan
This cardigan with texture stitch edges and mirrored lace panels at center front can be worn with the collar folded open or buttoned to the top.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
For warm or cool weather, depending on your chosen yarn, this rectangular wrap has an interesting stitch pattern interspersed with Garter stitch
Knitting: Pullover
Classic Guernsey stitches adorn this pullover and coordinating hat.
Knitting: Cardigan
Classic Guernsey stitches adorn cardigan and coordinating hat.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
This heirloom baby blanket is worked in three sections from the center out to the edge: a garter-and-lacestitch square, framed by a striped feather and fan border and finished with a knitted-on lace edging. Knit it in multiple colors, as shown, or simplify by working the entire afghan in a single shade.
Knitting: Cardigan
This cropped cardigan is worked in one piece from the bottom up with hem and front edges framed in an eyelet stitch.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Lace stitches trim the bottom third of this A-line top with garter stitch bodice. Keyhole buttoned closure can be worn in back or front.
Knitting: Pullover
Four pieces are knit and sewn together in this quick to knit summery top.
Knitting: Skirt
This simple A-line skirt is designed to be a versatile transitional piece. The decorative bands or “beads” of color are worked in an easy to execute slip stitch pattern - only one color is worked at a time making for no-fuss color work.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A flowing asymmetrical colorblocked top with a tie at one shoulder.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This tunic or dress with cable panel at the center is perfect for summer in super soft organic Seedling.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A summery top worked from the top down, in an allover lace pattern with ribbed armhole edging.
Knitting: Cardigan
A V-neck cardigan with short sleeves and flared peplum in an all-over cable pattern.
Crochet: Pullover
his flowing tunic, crocheted in a mesh stitch scattered with flower motifs, is cinched at the waist with a twisted cord to adjust the fit.
Knitting: Cardigan
Eyelet circles, ruffled edges and ¾ length sleeves adorn this cardigan that has a tie closure at the neck.
Knitting: Cardigan
A fluttered edge and contrasting color detail make this drapey cardigan perfect for warmer weather.
Knitting: Cardigan
A classic cardigan with lace panels of varying heights, knit in pieces and seamed.
Knitting: Pullover
This chevron-stitch pullover, knit with two colors, is close-fitting and has a hip-skimming peplum.
Knitting: Pullover
A light and lacy pullover with a deep V-neck. It is knit in Sprout, a quick-to-knit organic cotton yarn.
Knitting: Pullover
A combination of a poncho and a top that has alternating stripes of stockinette and pretty lace.
Knitting: Cardigan
A v-neck cardigan with a pretty lace panel across the mid-section.
Knitting: Pullover
A relaxed fit pullover with an all over brocade texture.
Knitting: Pullover
A striped stockinette tunic with bell-shaped sleeves and a draped front boatneck.
Knitting: Cardigan
Delicate lace stitches decorate this V-neck cardigan with tie closure at waist.
Knitting: Sachet
A trio of small pouches that each start with a rectangle for the bottom knit flat in stockinette stitch. Using double pointed needles, stitches are picked up around the rectangle and joined to work in the round, continuing in stockinette stitch, a mesh stitch, or a dainty lace panel stitch. The bottom and top of all three sachets are identical ...
Knitting: Pullover
A raglan sleeve pullover worked in pieces. The eyelet stitch on the sleeves and at the hem is also placed as a decorative panel on the front.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Fingerless mitts worked in the round from the cuff up that have a lace panel on the back of the hand.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A hat with just a little slouch, worked from the top down in an allover lace pattern.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Diamond eyelets cover this relaxed fit shrug.
Knitting: Pullover
Cables cover this saddle shoulder pullover worked from the top down and worn with 4” of positive ease.
Knitting: Scarf
A fun and easy-to-knit ribbed scarf with roomy contrasting pockets.
Knitting: Scarf
This cozy tweed scarf can be morphed into a cowl by using a simple I-cord tie.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Does the world need another simple hat pattern? Probably not. However, does everyone need to be reminded that tweeds look gorgeous in reverse stockinette stitch? Definitely.
Knitting: Cardigan
A shawl collared cardigan with lace panels on the back, front, and sleeves. Front bands and collar are worked at the same time as the fronts.
Knitting: Pullover
A simple pullover, with waist shaping, zigzag detail and your choice of sleeve length.
Knitting: Cardigan
A crew neck cardigan worked seamlessly from the bottom up with cable panels and garter stitch yoke.
Knitting: Cardigan
A classic cabled cardigan with a V-neck and collar shaped with short rows.
Knitting: Pullover
A cabled pullover with cables and an asymmetrical zipper on the front.
Knitting: Poncho
A hooded cape with ribbed edges, pockets and button-up sides.
Knitting: Pullover
A long sleeved, raglan pullover with eyelet detail on the split cuffs and on the extended back hemline. A rib detail decorates the waist on the front and back.
Knitting: Cardigan
A surplice cropped cardigan, buttoned at the waist, with leaf edging.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A stockinette stitch wrap with vine pattern on the center back and fronts.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
A versatile shrug to layer and wear year round, worked in a fern lace stitch.
Knitting: Ankle Sock
A lace and texture stitch adorn the short cuffs of these tightly knit socks, worked from the cuff down with a traditional heel flap.
Knitting: Knee-highs
Covered in cables, these over-the-knee socks are worked from the cuff down with a traditional heel flap and stockinette stitch foot. The cabled leg is shaped by decreasing within the cable pattern.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
These pretty and feminine socks feature an easy to memorize lace rib pattern from top of cuff to toe shaping.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The lace stitch brim of this slouchy hat is worked first, end to end. Then with the ends of the brim overlapped, stitches are picked up for finishing the crown in the round. Buttons are decorative.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Three colored stripes gently wave across this drapey wrap worked end to end.
Knitting: Pullover
A patchwork of textured rib decorates the center front of this raglan pullover, worked from the top down with raglan shaping and fully fashioned shaping at waist. A patch of rib also adorns the sleeves – your choice of elbow length or long sleeves.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
These socks, with a stranded colorwork panel below the cuff and contrasting toe and heel, are worked from the cuff down with a traditional heel flap.
Knitting: Cardigan, Pullover
Cables travel the front of both the cardigan and the open front pullover with rib detail at the center back. Both versions are worked from the bottom up in pieces and seamed. Buttonholes are worked into the rib
Knitting: Cardigan
This colorful cardigan highlights the long color repeats of Liberty Wool Light Print by contrasting two-row garter stitch stripes with solid-color lace and embossed cables.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This generously-sized wrap is worked from the top edge down using slipped stitches, cables, and lace to bring out the best of Alpaca Sox. Two-color garter stitch stripes highlight a hand-dyed colorway and frame the lace pattern.
Knitting: Pullover
A close-fitting, short sleeve pullover with a deep v-neck and gently ribbed waist shaping.
Knitting: Pullover
This fresh pullover and scarf duo is worked in an openwork mesh stitch with Vail. Coordinating Vista adds stripes of texture at the hem and cuffs of the pullover and at the ends of the scarf.
Knitting: Scarf
This fresh pullover and scarf duo is worked in an openwork mesh stitch with Vail. Coordinating Vista adds stripes of texture at
Knitting: Pullover
A great trans-seasonal piece, this top-down lightweight pullover can be worn alone or as a layer. Rib and cable detail gently shapes the waist and is repeated on each sleeve.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
This feminine lace stitch shrug has deep ribbed edges. Option: Knit a size or two larger and add a button and loop where the ribbed edges meet at center front for a more cardigan-like fit.
Knitting: Dress
Waves of texture accent this halter style dress for girls. Knit in Seedling, solid or handpaint, it’s up to you whether to wear the keyhole slit in the front or back. The I-cord tie can be worn tied at the keyhole or
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Waves of texture accent this tank top. Knit in Seedling, solid or handpaint, it’s up to you whether to wear the keyhole slit in the front
Knitting: Vest
A Stockinette stitch, open-back top with I-cord ties and lace inserts on both the front and back. A-line shape is achieved by changing needle size. For a closed back version, knit the front twice.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A gentle curve of lace, with ties and flared lower edge, that be can worn as a vest or a wrap.
Knitting: Pullover
A two-tone raglan pullover with lace panel at center front. Back has a shirttail hem and side seams curving around toward the front.
Knitting: Poncho
An unstructured pullover with a poncho feel. Can be worn with a purchased belt or knit tie.
Knitting: Vest
This sleeveless, body hugging ribbed tee or vest begins with the sideways ribbed waistband with clasped knot detail at center front.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Click here to browse past subscription patterns and other patterns made with Liberty Wool.
Knitting: Vest
Click here to browse past subscription patterns and other patterns made with Liberty Wool.
Knitting: Pullover
With an oversized fit and cropped length, this drop-shoulder lace pullover is a great layering piece. Perfect for your first lace project, the front neck is the only shaping in the lace stitch.
Knitting: Cardigan
A deep scoop necklace and lace panels adorn the fronts and sleeves of this raglan cardigan. The split ribbed hem is longer at the back and and the ties emerging from the side seams can be tied at back or front.
Knitting: Headband
Tapered ends are gathered and tied for the perfect fit on this head scarf. Can also be worn as a neckerchief.
Knitting: Pullover
A pullover with lace patterning on the front, pleated sleeve caps, and a no-finish round neckline.
Knitting: Tee
Mesa works up delightfully quick in this pretty scoop neck summer top with lace edgings at hem and cuffs and princess waist shaping for a flattering fit.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Lace panels combine with openwork mesh for a light and airy summer smock top.
Crochet: Cardigan
Crochet cardigan with layered frill edges and one button closure.
Knitting: Pullover
A feminine pullover with feather-like lace and a slight peplum flare at the hip. The simple edging at neckline and half sleeves add sophistication.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Lacy flower motifs take center stage on this A-line tunic with ribbed side panels.
Crochet: Skirt
A lacy crocheted skirt, with drawstring at waist, worked from the waist to the ornate border at hem.
Knitting: Cardigan
A feminine lace stitch cardigan with frilled edge, raglan shaping and tuck detail at bodice.
Knitting: Pullover
A cap sleeve tunic with longer length in back, flare detail at the hem, and a lace panel at the center front.
Knitting: Tee
A cropped diamond pointelle pullover with patch pockets.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A sleeveless, stockinette stitch top with a draped neck and ruched accents.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Two color chevron stripes are echoed in a chevron lace pattern on the upper bodice of this eye-catching, sleeveless top.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This lovely garter stitch shawl features fun wedges of color and is shaped using short rows.
Knitting: Pullover
Ridged stripe edges and colorwork panels adorn this turtleneck pullover with fitted sleeves.
Knitting: Knee-highs
These knee socks have eyelet detail at the top rib, stranded colorwork
Knitting: Knee-highs
These knee socks have eyelet detail at the top rib, stranded colorwork
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A crescent-shaped wrap that begins with a multicolor feather and fan border and features a short-row stockinette section.
Knitting: Scarf
A lace scarf that begins with a provisional cast on and is worked down to the knitted-on lace edging. Stitches from the cast on are then picked up and the second half is worked identically to the first.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A lace panel travels up from the brim, flowing into the crown decreases, on both the fitted and slouchy hats.
Knitting: Pullover
A textured tunic with side slits, braided rope belt and decorative tassels.
Knitting: Pullover
Allover texture and seed stitch side panels cover this pullover with subtly split neck and picot edges.
Knitting: Cardigan
Cropped cardigan with bracelet length sleeves. Back and sleeves are the same on each but the front has two versions - moss diamonds or geometric embossed diamond pattern.
Knitting: Pullover
An oversized , drop shoulder pullover with lace and cable panel at the center front and back.
Crochet: Cardigan
A deep v-neck crocheted cardigan with full sleeves.
Knitting: Cardigan
A drop shoulder cardigan in eyelet stitches, with oversized fit, ¾ length sleeves and two button closure.
Knitting: Pullover
A pullover with a cable panel on the front that is worked in the round from the top down with short rows to shape the back neck.
Knitting: Pullover
A raglan pullover worked in pieces from the bottom up with cable panel detail at the top.
Knitting: Cardigan
A drapey cardigan worked in pieces with cable details on the front and upper back.
Knitting: Cardigan
Big cables adorn the patch pockets and detached buttoned cowl of this cardigan. Unshaped sleeves and knit-in front bands make it quick and easy to knit.
Knitting: Pullover
Simple lace pairs with simple cables in this figure-flattering, scoop neck pullover with an A-line shape.
Knitting: Vest
A long vest with colorwork detail across the center. Shown with buckle closures, it could also be worn open, belted or with buttons and buttonholes along the ribbed edges.
Knitting: Scarf
A scarf worked in a reversible lead lace pattern.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A quick-to-knit hat in a ribbed cable pattern that continues through the crown decreases and is topped by a pom-pom.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A lace-topped cap with textured lace body that is worked from the top down.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This classic and easy to knit hat can be worn slouchy or with the brim folded.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Thumbless mitts and cap with picot edge.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A slouchy, colorwork hat.
Knitting: Mittens
Colorwork mittens worked from the top down. The thumb is knit first and attached as mitten is knit.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A classic two color cap with a deep hemmed band and an optional braid and tassel.
Knitting: Earwarmers
A soft and pretty cabled headband, worked in the round.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This beautiful crescent-shaped wrap features lace leaf motifs and is worked from the top edge down.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
This pretty Marta Beret features a fun cabled band and looks fantastic when paired with the matching Garter Cable Wristlets!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A pretty slouchy hat with allover cables and rib.
Knitting: Mittens
Cables and ribs decorate the back of these pretty mittens, which are knit from the cuff to the tip.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
“Kirstin” is a fancy shawl with pretty eyelet detailing along the bottom edges. It’s worked in three triangular panels beginning at the center top. This great layering piece can be worn open or closed for extra warmth!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Stripes and diamonds adorn this classic shaped cap knit in the round.
Knitting: Cowl
With stripes on one side and diamonds on the other side, this cowl is extra cozy and warm.
Knitting: Cardigan
Worked in pieces from the bottom up with open front and fitted sleeves, this is the perfect everyday cardigan!
Knitting: Gloves
Colorful gloves with cuff treatment of your choice.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Colorful fingerless gloves with your choice of cuff treatment.
Knitting: Mittens
Colorful mittens with your choice of cuff treatment.
Knitting: Stocking
A colorful Peruvian ch’ulla style hat with bobbled adge and pom pom tip.
Knitting: Scarf
Easy to knit striped scarf with pointed ends decorated with pom poms.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
An easy to knit hat with a wide, sideways garter stitch band.
Knitting: Cardigan
Stripes in garter and seed stitch combine in this classic v-neck cardigan that is worked in one piece to the underarm then divided with the fronts and back worked separately to the shoulders.
Knitting: Scarf
A scarf worked in the round with four color combinations repeated over three charts to create a syncopation of color and pattern.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A cabled beret with a two-color border of ribbing and reverse stockinette stitch.
Knitting: Market bag (slouchy)
A colorwork bag worked in the round from the bottom up.
Knitting: Mittens
Bright mittens with floral embroidery and striped border and thumbs. Mittens are identical and can be worn on either hand.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A hat and mitten set with mosaic stitch colorwork and embroidery embellishment at cuffs and brim.
Knitting: Scarf
Cabled mittens connected by a ribbed scarf.
Knitting: Cardigan
Open-front cardigan with rib and lace stitch border.
Knitting: Pullover
A raglan pullover with waist shaping, knit in pieces and seamed, topped with a dramatic cabled collar.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A textured hat in two sizes with swirling sections of stockinette and seed stitch.
Knitting: Cowl
A simple cowl worked in the round in a ribbed pattern with twisted stitch crossings.
Knitting: Cardigan
A textured a-line cardigan with stockinette stitch sleeves.
Knitting: Cardigan
Classic cardigan with colorblocking, reindeer motifs and small shawl collar.
Knitting: Pullover
Classic v-neck cardigan worked in pieces with geometric colorwork on back and fronts.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A triangular shawl knit in one piece from the top down. The textural stitches paired with the variegated yarn create a colorful accessory.
Knitting: Vest
An A-line shape with scoop neckline and optional asymmetric tie, make this tunic length vest flattering on all shapes.
Knitting: Pullover
Frothy lace at the hem, throat and cuffs make this cozy pullover dramatic and feminine.
Knitting: Cardigan
A classic raglan cardigan worked in garter stitch and easy lace pattern.
Crochet: Scarf
Solid and printed colors combine in this unique bohemian-look accessory. It is composed of multi-color crocheted motifs set on the diagonal and assembled with the join-as-you-go method.
Knitting: Pullover
Close-fitting saddle shoulder pullover has a bol Estonian stranded design and 2 x 2 ribbing. Curved saddle shoulders give a more fitted look.
Knitting: Mittens
These vibrant mittens use a variety of different techniques to create playful color changes and textures.
Knitting: Pullover
Color-block pullover with 3/4 length sleeves and lace tie at the neck.
Crochet: Pullover
Errata: On the motif arrangement diagrams, the bottom 3 rows of motifs on the back should be shown arranged in the reverse of the bottom 3 rows of motifs on the front, so that the sides match up evenly (printed diagrams show back and front the same.)
Knitting: Pullover
A pullover worked in pieces with lace and cable detail on the hem, cuffs and cowl. Cowl is picked up and knit last.
Knitting: Scarf
A lace stitch scarf worked in the round with optional long fringe.
Crochet: Cardigan
A crocheted cardigan with deep flowing sleeves and tie closure.
Knitting: Pullover
A pullover with cowl neck, lace panel front, and unique ruffled side edge.
Knitting: Pullover
A feminine pullover with lace diamond detail. Body and sleeves are worked fromt the bottom up then joined and finished with yoke shaping in one piece.
Knitting: Pullover
This simple pullover is worked from the top down with raglan shaping and lace inserts at the hips and cuffs of the 3/4 length sleeves.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan decorated with bobble and cable panels worked in one piece to the armholes then divided and finished separately. The sleeves are worked in the round to the cap and finished flat.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A cloche worked in the round with short rowed garter stitch detail.
Knitting: Cardigan
A double-stranded, open-front lace cardigan with attached scarf collar.
Knitting: Pullover
A half sleeve cabled pullover with a decorative button at the scoop neckline and asymmetrical front slit detail.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
Worked diagonally, this bag begins with a few stitches that are increased while working a stripe pattern. Each side is then finished separately, decreasing stitches down the top center.
Knitting: Scarf
A long scarf with columns of eyelets and dangling pompom ends.
Knitting: Pullover
A sophisticated, elegant top with a simple round neckline, short sleeves, and a two-layered skirt with lace (bottom) and dropped stitches (top).
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Please note there is errata for the Mitered Center section of this pattern (corrected in the Ravelry PDF download).
Crochet: Pullover
A cap sleeve tee worked side to side with contrasting edges and off center hairpin lace panel on front.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
An easy to work open stitch top with slit shoulder seams. Back and front are identical.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
A shell stitch tank top shaped by changing hook size.
Crochet: Poncho
A relaxed pullover with ballet neck and wide slit sleeves. back and front are identical.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
A triangular shawl crocheted from the bottom point up with solid color accent stripes.
Crochet: Cardigan
A cardigan with hood and tie closure with flowing lacy trim at hem and cuffs.
Knitting: Pullover
An updated aran pullover on a background of eyelets with 3/4 length drop shoulder sleeves.
Knitting: Cardigan
A 3/4 length sleeve cardigan in a simple lace stitch. garter stitch edges and collar.
Knitting: Pullover
This gorgeous drop shoulder pullover “Diana”, is adorned with beautiful columns of leaf lace and a subtle scalloped neck. It is the perfect piece for the more experienced knitter!
Knitting: Pullover
A deep V-neck pullover with fitted sleeves and columns of cables and lace.
Knitting: Cardigan
A raglan cardigan with an A-line silhouette. Can be worn open, closed with a pin or add a button and button loop.
Knitting: Pullover
A drop shoulder pullover in an elegant allover lace stitch. Exposed seam detail at shoulder and sleeve.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A triangular shawl worked from the picot edge up to the center top.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan in a simple eyelet stitch with drop shoulder short sleeves and garter stitch edges.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Feminine eyelet edging trims this sleeveless cardigan with eyelet circles worked from the top down.
Knitting: Cowl
Four color, chevron cowl worked flat the seamed.
Knitting: Purse / Handbag
A cabled bag with cabled handles and colorwork band at top.
Knitting: Scarf
A colorwork wrap knit int the round, then steeked with fridge edges and embroidery embellishments.
Knitting: Scarf
A garter stitch scarf with sunflower applique.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This top, with buttons at center back, has a gentle scallop edge and chevron stripes decorating the lower portions. Edges of the subtle cap sleeves are finished as you go.
Knitting: Pullover
A top with cable and drop stitches. Upper body is worked side to side then stitches are picked up for the body hugging lower portion and worked down to the hem.
Knitting: Cardigan
This tailored cardigan features a scoop neck and elbow length set-in sleeves. Textured bands in a contrasting color adorn the waist and cuffs. All pieces are hemmed for a professional look.
Knitting: Cardigan
Cropped cardigan with elbow-length sleeves and seam-like detail on upper body.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A wrap worked side to side with simple eyelets and short rows creating the crescent shape and gently scalloped edge.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A simple sleeveless top with cable panel on center front and rib detail at center back.
Knitting: Cardigan
An easy to wear open front cardigan. Lacey front edges and sleeves drape with cables and dropped stitches using a larger needle.
Knitting: Pullover
A cropped pullover in a chevron texture stitch, ribbed sleeves and dropped shoulder shape.
Knitting: Cardigan
A tunic length cardigan with lace stitch framing the open front. The ling ties can be wrapped around waist or tied simply and allowed to drape.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A drape neck tee worked in an allover eyelet pattern with garter stitch edges.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A form-fitting dress or tunic knit on the diagonal with peaked hem at center back and front.
Knitting: Pullover
A colorblocked top with textured details and A-line shape, square neck and cap sleeves.
Knitting: Vest
“Bluebird” is a casual vest with pretty eyelet detailing along the front edges. It’s a great layering piece that can be worn open or wrapped with a belt!
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Alternating columns of cables and eyelets adorn this top with subtle waist shaping and cap sleeves.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A sleeveless top with mock turtleneck and figure-flattering decreases worked within the rib.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A body hugging tunic with surplice bodice and mesh stitch body. I-cord straps tie at shoulders.
Knitting: Cardigan
A zippered cardigan with a relaxed fit and contrasting color trim. Roomy pockets are worked with fronts and then folded.
Knitting: Pullover
A colorblock, deep V-neck pullover with relaxed fit and unshaped half sleeves. Rib panel gently shapes waist.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A two-color, lace triangular shawl worked from the bottom edge to the center top.
Knitting: Cardigan
Two different lace patterns combine in this cardigan with elbow length sleeves and tie closure.
Knitting: Pullover
A lace pullover with ¾ length sleeves and contrasting trim at neckline.
Knitting: Skirt
An A-line skirt with stripe detail and elastic at waist worked from the top down.
Knitting: Poncho
A classic poncho with a contemporary spin. Make it unique with your own embroidered tattoo.
Knitting: Scarf
The interplay of open stitch-work and seed stitch produces a special scarf that is fun to knit.
Knitting: Dress
Worn fancy or casual, this dolman sleeve dress with a deep v-neck brings out the girl in every woman.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
The drapey fabric and skimming style make this tank one you’ll go back to again and again.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
A little something pretty; and an enjoyable knit to boot.
Knitting: Pullover
The essential pullover that’s barely there with slight A-line shaping, making it both sophisticated and comfortable.
Knitting: Cardigan
The long-sleeved coat becomes a couture piece through careful felting. The knitting is easy, and the finished product, spectacular.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A beautiful piece that can be worn infinite ways.
Knitting: Dress
An hourglass-shaped dress with full, eyelet detailed skirt.
Knitting: Cowl
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Knitting: Vest
A tunic-length seed sstitch vest with lace edging that can be worn open or belted.
Knitting: Cowl
The Coors Cowl by Annissa George (owner of Stitch House Dorchester, an LYS in Boston), has been a favorite CEY project since we first published it in our Web-Letter in early 2013 Issue 273. One hank each of five colors makes this generously sized squishy cowl worked in simple seed stitch.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A tam with columns of eyelets and Reverse stockinette stitch crown.
Knitting: Cardigan
A simple colorblock cardigan with 3/4 length sleeve.
Knitting: Cloche Hat
A cap that begins flat with a twisted garter stitch brim, then is joined and worked in circular garter stitch with a cable panel up the side.
Knitting: Scarf
A striped garter stitch scarf with back extension to keep you warm and stay tucked in your coat.
Knitting: Dress
A raglan sleeve dress, with colorwork at shaped waist, worked from the top down.
Knitting: Pullover
A pullover, worked in pieces, with cable, texture and eyelets on back and front and Stockinette stitch sleeves.
Knitting: Cardigan
This pretty kimono silhouette cardigan features leaf and eyelet panels flanking the back and fronts.
Knitting: Pullover
This soft and cozy v-neck pullover features a fun set of entwined ribs in the center front.
Knitting: Hats - Other
A quick-to-knit slouchy hat with texture and eyelets.
Knitting: Cardigan
A scoop neck cardigan, in cables and seed stitch, with one button closure.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A top worked in one piece from the bottom up with double stranded lace stitch around yoke.
Knitting: Cowl
A textured cowl or capelet with cords at sides for gathering and adjusting length.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A lace wrap knit from side to side with short rows to create a crescent shape.
Knitting: Pullover
A half-sleeve raglan pullover worked in pieces with lace on front and back.
Knitting: Hats - Other
A uniquely constructed hat with side ruffle worked with short rows.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Women’s socks with chevron stitch cuff.
Knitting: Hats - Other
A textured, slouchy hat with leaf pattern.
Knitting: Vest
A vest with curved front and ribbed edges.
Knitting: Cardigan
A reverse stockinette stitch, hooded raglan cardigan, with short or long sleeves, worked from the top down.
Knitting: Dress
A dress with short sleeves and rainbow stripes worked from the top down.
Knitting: Dress
An A-line dress or tunic with raglan sleeves and cabled pouch pocket.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Motorcycle style gloves with cabled cuff and button closures.
Knitting: Cardigan
A V-neck cardigan with deep ribs and columns of vine pattern.
Knitting: Cloche Hat
A garter stitch cap that begins with an i-cord band with a single cable panel.
Knitting: Skirt
A skirt worked from the bottom up with eyelet detail at hem. The elasticity and wearability of Avenue make it a perfect yarn for skirts.
Knitting: Tee
A simple fitted tee with center panel interest on both front and back.
Knitting: Vest
An oversized vest from two rectangles. The upper side edges of back are sewn to top edge of front forming the cozy cocoon shape and neck with shawl collar.
Knitting: Cardigan
A fitted cardigan with tie closure and added lace detail in Fresco on the fronts and cuffs.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A wrap knit from the bottom up with stitches decreased in each repeat of the lace panel to produce a curved shape.
Knitting: Cardigan, Poncho
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Knitting: Cloche Hat
A uniquely constructed cap with the band worked in rows from side to side with one large crossing. Stitches are picked up along one selvedge of the band and the crown is worked in the round to the top.
Knitting: Pullover
A loose-fitting, drop shoulder pullover with relaxed cowl neck and leaf panel detail on front and sleeves.
Knitting: Vest
A modern version of a milkmaid’s vest with allover cables for a body hugging fit and slit detail at front neck and back hem edges.
Knitting: Gloves, Fingerless Gloves
Colorwork gloves or fingerless gloves with a deep ribbed cuff.
Knitting: Pullover
A pullover with both cables and colorwork. Embroidery stitches embellish the colorwork.
Knitting: Scarf
A garter stitch scarf worked sideways in two halves with a bobbled border. Short rows are worked for flared ends.
Knitting: Gloves
Colorblock gloves with cables and optional embroidery.
Knitting: Pullover
Simple embroidery stitches embellish cables on this relaxed-fitting pullover with ridged, striped edges.
Knitting: Pullover
A tunic-length top worked in two pieces from the bottom up. Armhole edgings and collar are worked as top is knit.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan with a hemmed, stand-up collar worked in one piece from the bottom to the armoles then divided and finished separately.
Knitting: Cowl
A quick-to-knit cowl in an oversized lace stitch. Cowl is subtly shaped by working with two different needle sizes.
Knitting: Scarf
A comfy scarf in a simple, biased Stockinette/Reverse Stockinette texture.
Knitting: Pullover
A textured pullover with cable accents and dolman sleeves, knitted sideways.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A fitted cap in a simple knit/purl texture.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
An easy to knit pair of socks with an afterthought heel- the perfect socks for the beginner knitter.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan with ties at front and lace and cable detail on fronts, back and sleeves.
Knitting: Tee
An oversized top with asymmetrical lace column. Stitches are increased at V-shaped center panel and short rows are worked to shape bust.
Crochet: Pullover
Knit and crochet combine in this easy to work pullover with crocheted granny square front and knit back and sleeve.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This stole features a reversible pattern of tilting drop-stitch panels surrounded by twisted stitches. Loopy, lacy edges are set off by a full-length drop-stitch column at each side. This stole drapes beautifully and is a delight to the touch.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan with wide garter stitch hem (knit sideways) and front bands, worked in pieces from the bottom up. Set-in, bracelet length sleeves are attached seamlessly from the top down with short row sleeve caps.
Knitting: Cowl
An easy cowl with plenty of interest that is entirely knit and finished in the round with a contrasting border.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
A quick-to-crochet openwork triangular shawl with fringe.
Knitting: Cardigan
This cute summer cardigan with pretty cap sleeves, a scoop neck, and eyelet decoration is the perfect addition to your warmer weather wardrobe!
Knitting: Cowl
A reversible mobius cowl, worked back and forth in rows, in 2 sections: A textured stitch horizontally and in a lace stitch vertically.
Knitting: Dress
A sarong in an openwork stitch, with buttons, casing and tie for many styling options. Wear as a skirt or halter dress, tied at the neck or buttoned in the back.
Knitting: Pullover
This classic short sleeve pullover has a lovely pod texture pattern on the yoke. It’s perfect for a day at the beach!
Knitting: Pullover
Clearwater is part of a 5 pattern collection in Cotton Bam Boo from Classic Elite Yarns.
Knitting: Pullover
Cropped V-Neck pullover with lace and cable detail.
Crochet: Coat / Jacket
A crocheted jacket with wide front bands and collar.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A lacy triangular shawl knit sideways with a ruffled edge.
Knitting: Pullover
Adorned with columns of leaf lace, this dolman sleeve pullover has a wide neck and elbow length sleeves. Back and front are identical.
Knitting: Pullover
A short sleeve raglan pullover in a faggoting rib stitch with shaped cowl that can also be worn as a hood.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A light-as-air tank top, New Dune offers an updated sleek and cropped silhouette for the high-waisted modern moment. The laceweight yarn creates a whisper soft garment, perfect for layering over a cami or pretty underpinning, and suitably sleek under a voluminous blouse or a light jacket. New Dune goes from morning to night, the beach to the bi...
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
An A-line top with colorful feather and fan stitch.
Knitting: Tee
A boatneck tee in a lace stitch with garter edges. modified drop shoulder with short sleeves.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A scoop neck sleeveless tunic with foldover ridged collar. A-line silhouette and shaping before armholes make for a flattering fit.
Crochet: Vest
A crocheted tunic length vest with ties at waist.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A summery sleeveless top in a lace stitch with a deep rib to shape waist and keyhole opening at neckline.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan with 3/4 length sleeves and a small collar. Pleats drape from lace stitch bodice to hem for a flowing silhouette.
Knitting: Scarf
An easy intro to two-color brioche, this scarf is worked lengthwise, giving time to develop a rhythm before beginning the next row of the two-stitch, four-row repeat. I-cord ends, which hide the unused color carried up the side, are knit at the same time as the scarf. Pattern includes instructions for a one-color gauge swatch, helpful for check...
Knitting: Vest
A faux cardigan vest with fronts joined at cable crossing, below a deep V-neck.
Knitting: Cardigan
A uniquely constructed cardigan with a tie at waist and striped sleeves and upper bodice. Short rows are worked for sleeve shaping.
Knitting: Tee
A cap sleeve tee in chevron lace edged with rib. Back and front are identical
Knitting: Pullover
A variety of eyelet and mesh stitches combine in this very loose fitting summery top with minimal finishing. Back and front are identical.
Knitting: Vest
Cables and stripes of double moss stitch add texture to this rectangular vest with foldover collar.
Knitting: Cardigan
An open front short sleeve cardigan with eyelet cables and seed stitch bordering front edges.
Knitting: Drawstring Bag
A flat-bottomed bag with a curving lace panel knit in the round from the top down. Finished with a drawstring and strap that is picked up and knit frrom both edges then grafted together at the top.
Knitting: Drawstring Bag
A project bag with contrasting lace detail at top in multiple sizes that opens all the way and sits flat for easy project access and storage.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan, with short sleeves, in an allover ribbed lace stitch.
Knitting: Scarf
A wide scarf with columns and rows of yarn over eyelets.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan worked sideways with stripes and tie at waist.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Tank top, worked from the top down, with A-line silhouette and I-cord shoulder straps. Back and front are identical.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
The Granny Patchwork Hat is made in pieces with five granny squares and one five-sided granny pentagon. The pieces are crocheted together in finishing.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
A variation of the timeless granny square motif in machine washable Liberty Wool. The Easy Granny Hat begins at top with even increases for the crown and flows into a simple granny repeat.
Knitting: Pullover
Front and armhole trim are worked with one strand of yarn: back and neckband are worked with two strands of yarn.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Scarf is worked lengthwise with one strand and then two strands of yarn.
Knitting: Cardigan
Back and fronts are cast on separately then joined after lower shaping is complete. Body is knit in one piece to underarm. Sleeves are knit to underarm then pieces are joined and raglan shaping is worked. Pockets are worked at the same time as body.
Knitting: Vest
Garment is worked back and forth in rows in one piece to the underarm.
Knitting: Cape
A capelet with cables, arm slits and collar, worked in pieces then seamed.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
A crocheted stole worked in motifs that are joined as you go.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A cable covered tam with braid cable band.
Knitting: Cardigan
A classic cardigan with fitted sleeves in an eyelet and cable stitch.
Knitting: Scarf
A textured scarf with pockets and contrasting I-cord trim.
Knitting: Vest
A vest worked in one piece in a garter eyelet stitch. The lace border is knit separately then sewn around vest edges.
Knitting: Cowl
A cowl worked from the top down with a ribbed and hemmed turtleneck.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A traditional two color tam with a corrugated rib brim.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cropped, open cardigan with folded over collar and fitted sleeves.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
“Icicle” is a comfy, garter stitch jacket that features braid cables and I-cord edges. Sure to keep you warm this winter!
Knitting: Cowl
A bulky cabled cowl that begins with a provisional cast on and is knit flat then grafted together.
Knitting: Pullover
A pullover with side slit detail and square neck. Mitered increases and decreases are worked in finishing the Garter stitch edges. Fitted sleeves are worked from the arhmole down and sleeve cap is shaped with short rows.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Beaded fingerless mittens, worked from the top down, using the magic loop method with a long circular needle.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A rectangular wrap in a textured stitch with a contrasting lace border that is added last.
Knitting: Cardigan
A V-neck cardigan with tie closure, ribbed waist shaping and set in sleeves.
Knitting: Hats - Other
An allover fair isle hat worked side-to-side for the band then finished in the round for the rise, crown and ribbing.
Knitting: Pullover
A raglan pullover, worked in pieces, with Vine panel up each side, from hem to collar. Back and front are identical.
Knitting: Scarf, Fingerless Gloves
A cabled scarf and fingerless mitt set with one contrasting colored cable.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A fitted top with foldover scalloped edge collar worked from the top down.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A close fitting hat with scalloped edge and vintage feel.
Knitting: Cardigan
A lace stitch cardigan with ribbed collar and ook and eye closure.
Knitting: Cowl, Beanie, Toque
A cowl and matching hat, bot adorned with dangling tassels, with ribbed edges and garter stitch ridges.
Knitting: Pullover
A pullover with buttoned front placket and drawstring at waist. Eyelet shell pattern from lower body and sleeves is enlarged for front plackets.
Knitting: Cardigan
This cropped cardigan with lace stitch sleeve cuffs and ribbon tie can be worn gathered along front edges and tied at center front, or wrapped and tied at back.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cabled cardigan knit in pieces from the bottom up with minimal shaping.
Knitting: Cardigan
A triple stranded cardigan with belled sleeves and eyelets along raglan lines.
Knitting: Knee-highs
Classic ribbed knee socks with cable detail at cuff and heel.
Knitting: Scarf
A scarf in an openwork zigzag stitch.
Knitting: Pullover
An easy to knit striped pullover with an A-line or a blouson shape with I-cord drawstring. Front and back are identical.
Knitting: Scarf
A ribbed scarf worked side to side with decorative i-cord loops along each side.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A tam in Reverse Stockinette stitch with criss-cross texture.
Knitting: Pullover
A foldover cowl neck pullover with 3/4 length bell sleeves and center front cable panel.
Knitting: Cardigan
A ruffled edge cardigan worked in one piece and shaped with short rows.
Knitting: Pullover
A pullover with faux cardigan front and fold over ribbed collar
Knitting: Vest, Shawl / Wrap
A shawl vest with a loop stitch on the shoulders, meant to mimic the epaulets on a gladiator’s armor, knit inTwinkle Soft Chunky
Knitting: Baby Blanket
A colorful blanket every baby and mother will love in machine washable Liberty Wool. The subtle slip stitch chevron showcases the stripes in Liberty Wool Print to their best advantage.
Knitting: Ankle Sock
A pair of cozy house socks that show off the Liberty Wool Print color variation with an allover double thick stitch. On even rounds, every other stitch is slipped. Slipped stitches resemble a 1 x 1 rib on the outside, while the other stitches (which are worked in circular garter stitch) resemble purl stitches on the inside. The result is a doub...
Knitting: Tee
This pretty tank top uses only two skeins for the first two sizesl. It is made in two easy pieces side to side. The only seaming is for the 2” shoulders and the side seams. This tank uses garter stitch with lace rows evenly spaced. This is a great piece of clothing for the spring and summer months. It is a quick knit since you are on 10.5 needl...
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A fitted tank top with wavy eyelet edges. Front neck is shaped with short rows.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
A faux cardigan worked from the top down in one piece.
Knitting: Cowl
The Casual Twist cowl is an easy moebius cowl knit in one piece in the round in Twinkle Soft Chunky. The gauge is 11 sts and 16 1/2 rows=7” in Circular Basket Stitch.
Knitting: Scarf
A chunky scarf in a Window Pane pattern knit in Twinkle Soft Chunky.
Knitting: Dress
Endless Loops is a dress knit in Twinkle Soft Chunky in seed stitch with an interesting loop stitch that makes up the skirt. It is knit back and forth in one piece to the underarm. Use a 32” circular needle to accommodate stitches.
Knitting: Dress
Riding Hood is a dress with an exaggerated cowl neck that flows directly into a hood. It has an attached yoke and back pleats and is knit in Twinkle Soft Chunky
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Winter Magic is a sleeveless fitted top with a cowl neck and a garter stitch waistband knit in Twinkle Soft Chunky. The cutout back is a totally unexpected design element.
Knitting: Cardigan, Shrug / Bolero
A cropped Kimono style cardigan with lace panel detail at center back. Knit in one piece beginning at the bottom edge of back.
Knitting: Cardigan
A cardigan worked side to side, from right sleeve cuff to left sleeve cuff, with rib detail at waist. Ribbed collar and front panels are added last.
Knitting: Scarf
MATERIALS:
Knitting: Scarf
MATERIALS:
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Small (Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Knee-highs
SIZE: One size, to fit woman’s small to medium size foot
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Dress
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Vest
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, 2X Large)
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Pullover
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Scarf
SIZE: One Size
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, 2X Large)
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Dress
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large )
Knitting: Vest
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Pullover
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
SIZE: One Size to fit Women’s foot
Knitting: Vest
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, 2X-Large)
Knitting: Scarf
sample knit by Amanda Hosmer
Knitting: Cardigan
sample knit by Amanda Hosmer
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Medium, (Large, Extra Large, 2X Large, 3X Large)
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
SIZES: Medium (Large, Extra Large, 2X Large, 3X Large)
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
SIZES: Small (Medium, Large, Extra Large, 2X Large)
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Vest
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Skirt
SIZES: Small (Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Pullover
SIZES: Small (Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Tee
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
This is the original Fresco Shrug pattern as it appeared in the Alpaca Stories pattern book.
Knitting: Pullover
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Pullover
SIZE: Small (Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Cowl
SIZE: One Size
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
SIZE: One Size
Knitting: Legwarmers
SIZE: One Size
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
SIZE: One Size
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
SIZE: One Size
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Skirt
SIZES: Small (Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Beret, Tam
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Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES: Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Knitting: Pullover
The Ravelry download at the link is for a different pattern!
Knitting: Cardigan
Designed by Julie Hoff Weisenberger for Classic Elite in 1997, this adorable cardigan, sized for girls and women, has textured tulips circling the cropped length body with an oversized, boxy fit
Knitting: Pullover
The Secret Garden pullover, designed by Michele Rose for Classic Elite in 1993, is a fun and interesting knit with ample opportunity to practice your finishing skills. This oversized patchwork pullover fits perfectly with fashion trends today. Knit in a mix of summery yarns, this design is a great stash buster. Shown in neutrals but you can use...
Knitting: Pullover
Our flagship yarn, La Gran has been part of the Classic Elite Yarns collection since the very beginning in the mid 1980’s.
Knitting: Cardigan
Designed by Deborah Newton for Classic Elite in 1988, this classic drop shoulder Cardigan with Guernsey like knit/purl patterning was originally knit in Cambridge Cotton/Wool. Song Wool/Cotton is an excellent substitute. We’ve altered the pattern to knit the body in one piece to the underarm and worked the sleeve from the body down to the cuff....
