Kari-Helene Rane
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Knitting: Pullover
Melanie Jumper is a comfy, cosy, everyday jumper. This design is incredibly practical with its fitted cuffs, loose fit and relaxed rib at the neck making it a brilliant jumper for an active child. The design takes inspiration from traditional jumpers from the British Isles, utilising the beautiful stitch patterns in new and interesting ways. Th...
Knitting: Pullover
Melanie Jumper is a comfy, cosy, everyday jumper. This design is incredibly practical with its fitted cuffs, loose fit and relaxed rib at the neck. The design takes inspiration from traditional jumpers from the British Isles, utilising the beautiful stitch patterns in new and interesting ways. The body of the jumper is worked flat in one piece ...
Knitting: Scarf
Wrap up warm in Frida Scarf! I designed this scarf with my sister, Frida, in mind. Frida lives in the north of Norway where you do not see the sun for months at the time in winter and it can get very, very cold! So cold that if you go outside with wet hair it will freeze instantly! I thought she could do with a warm hug but because I am so far ...
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Carla Jacket is a casual, open fronted jacket with comfortable pockets. The body of the jacket is knitted all in one with pockets and front bands knitted as you go. The subtle slip stitches add interest whilst knitting and a sophisticated finish to the garment. The recommended yarn for Carla is John Arbon Knit By Numbers DK. The yarn creates a ...
Knitting: Pullover, Sleeveless Top
Sorella Sleeveless Top is a luxurious knit covered in beautiful cables and aran inspired patterns to create a modern garment with a nod to traditional knitwear. Designed for the wonderful Baskerville DK from Kettle Yarn Co., this garment will feel like a warm hug on a chilly evening. The construction is simple, giving full attention to the intr...
Knitting: Beret, Tam
The classic beret shape of this adorable hat is offset by triangular panels and neatly twisting, braided cables. Worked in a busy yarn, these details are a surprise upon closer inspection: knit this hat in a more subtle semi-solid for a classic look.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
These playful hand warmers have extra-long ribbing at the fingertips, perfect for flipping over on warmer days or tucking fingers behind when it’s still too chilly. With cable details and a structure that matches the Litz Beret, this set is a great gift for yourself or a friend.
Knitting: Cowl
This lovely cowl is worked in two colours and uses stranded colourwork, making it a very warm and snuggly accessory for colder weather.
Knitting: Tee
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Knitting: Pullover
Muna is an easy to wear, ribbed jumper with attractive neck detail. Made in our medium yarn, Muna has an understated simplicity reminiscent of hot chocolate evenings with a roaring log fire. This is a warm and cosy, great casual wear jumper and definitely one to become a favourite in anyone’s wardrobe.
Knitting: Vest
A simple but striking design with subtle colour work creating an understated elegance. Malachi is such a practical garment and is easy to style for both professional and social occasions. Knitted on circular needles, with little finishing needed, Malachi will easily become a favourite item to wear in the cool months ahead.
Knitting: Skirt
A practical and stylish, straight skirt with striking cable pattern, Masika is a flattering on trend item. The cabling at the front and back, with stocking stitch side panels, draws the eye to the centre and as it’s knitted in the round, Masika needs little finishing, with the belt loops added as a final flourish.
Knitting: Dress
This beautiful, cable patterned dress has side pockets and long sleeves with a lovely loose floating skirt. Miko has an air of romance and grace about her as well as being just so warm and practical. The shape is very flattering as the eye is drawn to the central cable patterning and, let’s face it, who doesn’t love pockets!
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Originally designed by Kari-Helene for her wedding, Mdina has an understated elegance and sophistication which would look equally good with casual clothes instead of a wedding dress! Knitted in one piece, Mdina will keep even the most experienced knitter intrigued. With its blend of stitches and integral shaping, Mdina is a joy to knit and just...
Knitting: Cowl
L’Automne Cowl is a really fun accessory to have and a great way to use up left over pieces of yarn. It is so easy to customise L’Automne to make it totally original and it is a great introduction to colour work. Snuggle into the comforting depths during the cold winter months and you’ll be really glad you made this in time. The pattern is writ...
Knitting: Pullover
Casual elegance and sophistication exudes from the Mayan Jumper; the combination of stitches and different effects of the cable patterns, creates a striking and flattering shape. Mayan is a beautiful and easy to wear jumper that will be ideal for many social or professional occasions.
Knitting: Headband
Reminiscent of celtic princesses or queens, the Lucky Headband will encourage you to feel like royalty! Its fabulous cable detail looks far more difficult than it is to do and is a great way for a novice knitter to improve their cable techniques in a small and manageable project.
Knitting: Cowl
Luna is not only a wonderfully stylish piece, it’s also a cosy cowl which will keep your throat and upper chest warm no matter what the weather has in store. Wear over a jumper, top or dress in the autumn or as a substitute for a scarf, under your coat when it’s really cold. Great for wearing on flights too (as tested by our lovely designer, Ka...
Knitting: Pullover
When autumn has that nip in the air, the Lorelle Jumper will come to your rescue. Incredibly light in weight, this is wonderfully warm; imagine wearing on bonfire night with nice trousers, warm boots and a cosy hat and scarf - who needs a bulky coat?
Knitting: Cardigan, Coat / Jacket
The Lady Cardigan is inspired by 1920’s knitwear and exudes effortless elegance. Knitted on 5 mm needles, it grows quickly and the end result has a fantastic feel and drape. The body of the cardigan is knitted in one piece, hence eliminating the need for side seams. Sleeves are set in and collar is picked up to finish.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
The Bolly Waistcoat is one of the two menswear pieces of The Journey Collection. Made with our Medium yarn and big needles, it knits up quickly. The classic style is brought up to date with an interesting zig zag detail at the hem reflected in the v-neck.
Knitting: Pullover
The Lima Jumper is inspired by retro knitwear designs but has a contemporary update to make it a striking garment. The easy and wearable shape is offset by the simple and dramatic zig zag detail on the hem and cuffs. The jumper is knitted in Purl Alpaca Fine yarn (equivalent to Sports weight) and on 5mm needles, which creates a lightweight and ...
Knitting: Dress
The Journey Collection draws inspiration from the 1920’s and 30’s and there had to be a dress inspired by the fabulous evening wear of the time! The shape of the dress reflects the easy to wear style of the times, skirts slimmed down from the voluminous Victorian shapes and details highlighting the female shape.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
An immediately arresting garment, the Linatra Bolero has it all! A combination of garter stitch and stocking stitch, framed by cable edging and fringe, shaped by short rows and finished off with moss stitch and plaits. Impressive for a bolero that is a fairly small project and is ideal for the impatient or easily bored knitter.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Here is a fabulous showstopper of a garment! The jacket has a wonderful curved shape with a stunning cabled edge and is finished off along the lower hem with a 10 cm long fringe. The jacket has positive ease making it a loose fitting and incredible comfortable garment. The sleeves are wide and 3/4 length complimenting the shape of the jacket pe...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The perfect project that will keep your ears warm this winter – the pompom hat! Adie matches the Charlie scarf and makes a great set. This hat is quick and fun to knit, uses short row shaping and is worked sideways in segments so it is different and exciting to make! Wear it rolled up with the pompom in a point at the top or with the pompom dan...
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
The Venus coat is a stylish, elegant garment and is Kari-Helene’s favourite piece of the new collection. Inspired by the ‘empire line’ in costume history, the skirt of the coat flows from the bust line into a fabulous flared skirt. The body is knitted in one piece (so there are no side seams) and the neckband and button edging is included withi...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Wrist warmers are increasingly popular as they keep your pulse point warm, so your fingers don’t get cold, and you can still swipe the screen on your electronic devices. The Rhea wrist warmers are practical and pretty; on one side there is the feminine lace detail and the practical ribbed part makes them fit snugly. Knitted on circular needles,...
Knitting: Cloche Hat
Kari-Helene was being playful at a show and put Florence on her head, she held up the brim with two fingers and said “What do you think”? Tracy loved it and so Ophira is born! Reminiscent of walking in corn fields, running your hand against the gently waving seeds… then again, Tracy’s inner hippy might be trying to break free. She thinks that O...
Knitting: Pullover
This jumper is worked in the round and bottom up, then split for sleeves and worked flat. The underarms are seamed and back grafted. A pretty lace pattern is worked across both sleeves as well as the top of front and back. Sleeves, neckline and body are hemmed with a seed stitch edge.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Grace is a seriously romantic, graceful and beautifully shaped shrug. The wonderful detailing on the collar is knitted in one piece with the circumference of the body so it is much easier to make than it looks. The ribbed detail across the back and sleeves creates a striped effect and is wonderfully cosy for wearing when those dark winter eveni...
Knitting: Collar
An alternative to a scarf or a cowl, the Goldie Collar is a great neck warmer to wear without too much bulk. The striking pattern detail which is enhanced with three buttons, makes this a cosy, quick project to make.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Glacier is a seriously warm winter jacket made especially for our Chunky yarn. It is much easier to make than it looks and with thick yarn and big needles – it’ll grow quickly and be ready to wear faster than you’d think. The top of the body and sleeves are made in one piece which is later attached to the bottom of the body. With the moss stitc...
Knitting: Cowl
Dilly is a scrumptiously soft, cosy and feminine cowl which will keep your neck and throat warm this winter. Deliberately loose fitting with slightly tighter edges, this creates a blouson effect which shows off the stitching beautifully. Dilly can be worn either over or under a top layer as it is light weight and not bulky.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Cyrene is a beautifully fitted, tailored jacket with neat details. The body is worked bottom up, flat, and all in one piece. The border is knitted as you go and the construction is different and interesting! Sleeves are worked flat and separately and sewn on at the end. Back collar is picked up and knitted as a final finish.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Bryony has a fitted back and cascade front that creates an effortless casual chic. Deceptively easy to make, Bryony can be worn loose or with a belt and when layered, has a simple look of sophistication. The ribbed detail on the back gives an added extra detail to make this a striking garment.
Knitting: Pullover
Breeze is a beautiful boat-neck top that is loose fitting, has an elegant drape and very flattering neckline. The shape works especially well with the natural drape of the alpaca yarn, and the cable detail really makes this a stunning piece. Wear it as a top with a skirt or for the office with trousers and a formal shirt. Stunning either way! ...
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Devon is a fabulous lightweigh blouson top with cable detail throughout and drop stitch detail. The shoulders and neckline are edged in moss stitch, to create a romantic, floating garment that is pretty and feminine to wear. For the more adventurous novice, Devon is a great way to understand how cables are formed as the twists are uniformly one...
Knitting: Vest
Solo Tank Top is a useful slip over to give extra warmth on a chilly day. The textured pattern running all through both front and back makes it a beautiful piece and an interesting knit.
Knitting: Dress
Ultimate winter comfort comes in this stunning knitted dress. Gorgeous cable details and fabulous flare creates instant princess-factor. Pattern includes details on how to make both the long sleeved version and the sleeveless.
Knitting: Cuffs, Beanie, Toque
Happy hat and cuffs are ideal for a quick and easy project for a little one in your life. Cute and functional at the same time they make a great gift for a little girl or a little boy. The hat is snug fitting and very warm and the cuffs adds crucial insulation around the wrists.
Knitting: Pullover
Esme is a fabulous garment. The pattern gives you several options. You can make this long sleeved and with a princess collar, or sleeveless with a simple square neck.
Knitting: Cardigan
Drambuie is a wonderful cardigan for either a little boy or a little girl. Cute details such as basketweave stitch details, raglan seams and tiny pockets add ‘aww’ factor to a straight forward cardie. Add cute factor for a little girl with different buttons or even embroidery!
Knitting: Dress
Dottie dress work so well for a little girl. The dress is very practical with long sleeves and a round neck, but the cute details like the ruffle at the hem and the little pocket makes it fun to wear!
Knitting: Scarf, Pixie Hat
Charlie hat and scarf is a simple, yet adorable design for a little boy or a little girl. The technique is simple, yet the construction and the pom poms make it a very special product that any child will adore!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Camilla Children’s Hat is both useful and pretty, a great combination when it comes to children’s clothing. All the intricate detailing makes the hat feel and look girly, whilst the shape makes it warm and practical.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Bonnie has been one of Purl Alpaca Designs’ most popular patterns from the very beginning and the children’s version is set to become another firm favourite. Cute shape, beautiful cable edging, interesting to make - what’s not to like?
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
The mini version of Beauty Cardigan has turned out to be a super sweet cardigan for a little girl. Perfect to wear over dresses and tunics. The cute details on collar and flare of the back panel makes it truly adorable.
Knitting: Dress
The Maddie Children’s Dress is a part of the new collection of mini versions of classic Purl Alpaca Designs patterns.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Olivia is designed to be a mini-me version of the adult Olivia Coat by Purl Alpaca Designs. With a nod to a classic matinee jacket, this updated version is both cute and traditional as well as trendy and practical. Lots of lovely details to keep the knitter happy and the wearer looking adorable!
Knitting: Cowl
Chunky knits have been a favourite on the catwalks this season and Darcy is a great way to experiment with thicker yarn, big needles and a textured pattern. Imagine knitting with 3 strands of 4-ply or 2 strands of an Aran weight yarn, this is the thickness of our fabulous new Chunky yarn which has been made with a crepe twist, adding an extra t...
Knitting: Headband
Aoki Headband is a great way to practice knitting embossed motifs. This is a perfect kit for a novice knitter who is starting to experiment with left and right decreases and the difference each makes to a finished item. Only a one ball kit, Aoki is an elegant design and is tied at the back to create a slightly different look.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Coco is a beautiful fitted hat with fantastic lace knit detail. It not only makes a great addition to any wardrobe, but also compliments the Hero Boot cuffs perfectly. Designed to meet customer demand, the Coco hat is fun to make and a great project for the intermediate knitter who wants to learn a few advanced techniques (such as picot edge) ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Eloise is a beautiful, soft and feminine garment which can be worn in a variety of ways; over the head (like a scarf), protecting your ears without flattening your hair, around the neck (like a chunky throat protector), or our favourite, across the shoulders creating a loose cowl effect at the front. The leaf motif is subtly blended with a lace...
Knitting: Cowl
Florence is a beautifully shaped, roll-necked cowl combining a leaf motif with eyelet rib. This detailing creates a statement whilst keeping your neck, throat and upper chest really cosy and warm. A stylish autumn accessory which is easy to wear over shirts or jumpers and then a winter layer worn under jackets and coats. Florence is the sort of...
Knitting: Cardigan
Persephone is a delightful cardigan with textured stripes, 3/4 length sleeves and button front. The classic shape is instantly enhanced with the fabulous elongated hem which creates a panel detail at the front and gathered skirt effect at the back.
Knitting: Pullover
Esme is the statement piece of our new collection! A stunningly beautiful jumper with cable knit detail, gorgeous shaping, flattering neckline and long sleeves. The pleated hem is emphasized with textured panels creating simple sophistication and an hourglass figure and the neckline is enhanced further with a wonderful fold-back collar.
Knitting: Vest
Chelsea is a cropped waistcoat which can be worn in a couple of ways that each create a cosy and stylish garment. The close fitting and textured back is complemented by the triangular folding drapes at the front. Wrapped around the waist, Chelsea is worn as a double layer ensuring complete warmth for the throat, chest and body area, whereas wor...
Knitting: Dress
Maddie is an exquisitely shaped design with a fabulously full and swirly skirt. The dress has half length sleeves, a round neckline and drop waist skirt. The leaf motif is the feature of this design and it carries through from the skirt to an emblem on the sleeves and cluster on the back. Anyone wearing Maddie will truly make a statement where ...
Knitting: Dress
Dottie is a simple, elegant, easy to make dress with two-tone features at the elbow and a frilled hem. The option of a pocket adds a sophisticated touch and is great for keeping your mobile and lipstick handy! A chic garment to wear at work or any occasion where style and elegance are the buzz words for the event.
Knitting: Cowl
Jerri Cowl is the ultimate in urban chic! This fantastic ribbed cowl is quick to make but includes interesting details such as seed stitch and bobbles. The detailed edge creates a statement whilst keeping your neck, throat and upper chest really cosy and warm.
Knitting: Scarf
This is a project that will keep you interested. The striking textures and detailing are created by a mixture of stitches combining lace, bobbles, cables, patterning and frills. The end result is an accessory that will keep you warm and cosy and be a delight to wear. Medley is long enough to wrap round your neck, keep your chest warm and soft e...
Knitting: Mittens
The Lass Mittens have a snugly fitting cuff and a shaped hand and thumb point which is unusual to see outside the Scandinavian countries. With the alpaca yarn working as a duvet, these mittens will certainly allow your hands to be comfortably warm, enveloped in the most cosy way.
Knitting: Pullover
The Isadora Jersey is a great staple piece for the winter wardrobe. Easy to combine with trouser and skirts alike, dress it up with a pencil skirt and statement necklace for the office, down with jeans and scarf for a Sunday walk. For knitters, it includes a variety of techniques to keep it interesting with plenty of stocking stitch for knittin...
Knitting: Headband
This is a perfect pattern for the improved beginner starting to experiment with variations on the knit and purl theme. The diamond shape makes a decorative and textured pattern and definitely looks more impressive than it is difficult! Headbands are ever useful, keeping ears warm without flattening the hair!
Knitting: Dress
This is truly an iconic piece of hand knitting! A large project with beautiful cables, textured panels and a stunning shape that really gives this dress an edge. The neckline is very flattering and the way it nips in at the waist give a proper hourglass silhouette. If you’re not feeling the “knitted dress on bare skin” thing, wear it layered wi...
Knitting: Hats - Other
Here is something you might never have seen before! A clever combination of a scarf/snood and a hat! Why has no one ever thought of this! The perfect thing to wear on a cold and windy day – maybe even to go skiing! Nice and quick to knit, the Icicle Hood requires 2 balls of Purl Alpaca Fine yarn.
Knitting: Vest
As a beginner, making the step from knitting small accessories to making your first ever garment can seem daunting. The Iago waistcoat would be the ideal place to start! The waistcoat is knitted completely without shaping and with only three seams. Can’t get much easier than that! The variations in stitch texture using different combinations of...
Knitting: Boot Cuffs / Toppers
This is the ultimate winter accessory! The perfect way to make the boots from last winter look stylish and exciting again. These little cuffs are both cute and fun to make. A great project for the intermediate knitter to learn a few advanced techniques such as picot edge and lace pattern and a quick project for those really experienced knitting...
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Helene is a fantastic garment. Knitted on circular needles, it has only one seam/graft and no shaping what so ever! The clever cable detail at the waist creates all the shaping needed, and the lovely seed stitch details adds texture to an otherwise simple top. Sometimes the simplest is often the best and that was also our approach when styling ...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A slouchy beanie that looks great and keeps you warm. The Camilla hat has lots of texture and pattern making it a fun project to work on and a truly standout piece to wear. There are cables, bobbles and lace knit as well as easier sections in between and a neat ribbing. The hat is knitted on circular needles but can easily be made using double ...
Knitting: Scarf, Beanie, Toque
George is a great project for developing skills in novice knitters because the basket weave pattern introduces use of the purl stitch and gives a good understanding of the right and wrong side of the work. There is no shaping involved, but the construction of the hat still looks very accomplished! The lovely tweed effect is achieved by knitting...
Knitting: Headband
Diana is a spot on trend, but still a true classic. A stunning headband and a great introduction to cable knitting. Not only a quick project to finish, Diana is fun to knit.
Knitting: Belt, Neck / Torso - Other
The Tansy Tie is a great accessory for all seasons; it can be worn in multiple ways to reflect your mood. There are few better or more useful accessory patterns than this. Wear it as a belt, a tie or as a scarf, or be experimental and wear it as a headband! The Tansy Tie is an easy pattern to make and a great introduction to cabling.
Knitting: Pullover, Vest
The Solo Tank Top is a very striking garment; wear it over shirts and pencil skirts for the ultimate office look, or with a polo neck and flares for everyday. Solo can be worn in combination with Hope Wrist Warmers but looks great on its own. The pattern offers enough challenge to keep experienced knitters interested but is still fairly straigh...
Knitting: Cardigan, Shrug / Bolero
The Sherri Knitting Kit is the perfect way to keep your shoulders warm and upper arms covered. This is an ideal solution for sleeveless tops or short sleeved dresses and can be worn throughout the year. The intricate lace detail is easy to achieve and because Sherri is knitted on large needles so can be a speedy knit!
Knitting: Legwarmers
The Melody Leggings are a very stylish and comfortable thing to wear this winter. Knitted in Purl Alpaca Fine they are very lightweigth yet really warm. The striking stripe pattern and cute buttons make them stand out as truly special.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves, Cuffs
The Hope Wrist Warmers are chunky and warm; knitted in a lovely, textured pattern, they are perfect with this season’s 3/4 lenght sleeves. Wear them over shirts in the office for extra warmth, or whilst knitting in front of the telly. You have total freedom of movement whilst your hands are toasty warm. The wristwarmers are easy to make but inc...
Knitting: Cardigan
The Honesty Cardigan is a classic garment with a contemporary twist. With a traditional V neck, Honesty gets an instant update by using the wrong sides of the stripes on the main body and the right side on the sleeves. The fit is classic, but with added length to the cuffs a contemporary feel is maintained. If your seams are good, Honesty can b...
Knitting: Cuffs, Beanie, Toque
The Happy Knitting Kit gives you the pattern to make both the beenie style hat and the cute cuffs, then it is up to you if you buy the yarn for both or for one or the other. The hat is reversible, on the other side it has a neat rib that looks slightly more masculine than the cable. The clever shaping is hidden in the cables and makes the hat a...
Knitting: Scarf, Cowl
The Dusty Snood is a great accessory for all seasons and can be worn in multiple ways. Dusty is equally stylish as a scarf, snood or both and can be worn as a shrug to keep off the evening chill. Dusty is easy and quick to make because she is knitted on big needles, in thick yarn and with a very open stitch, it grows quickly and gives a great s...
Knitting: Headband
Bring out the cute side of you with the Candy Stripe Headband. Knitted in Purl Alpaca Fine it will keep your ears warm without weighing you down or Candy can be given as a ‘must have’ for all those young people in your life! A really popular headband that is suitable for decoration as well as practical purposes (like jogging). The shaping part ...
Knitting: Throw
Feel like approaching a bigger project, but not sure about your abilities? Poppy is a great way to gain confidence in your knitting! Made on very large needles and with 3 strands of yarn, it grows very fast and gives a fantastic sense of achievement. Equally as nice as a wrap/shawl for yourself or as a blanket for enveloping you on the sofa. Po...
Knitting: Cuffs, Headband
Misty is a perfect first project to give a new knitter confidence. Warm, fashionable and easy to make, this uncomplicated design is made using garter stitch and gives an introduction to finishing techniques which gives Misty a professional edge. Knitted in garter stitch only and on medium sized needles, Misty is quickly finished but still looks...
Knitting: Skirt
Gaia is a fabulous knitted skirt, created with short row shaping and integrated blackberry stitch hem; the cable waistband and seed stitch bow gives this skirt an extra feature! The construction of Gaia means she holds her shape and doesn’t ‘seat’, making this skirt an up to date addition to any wardrobe. Knitted skirts have featured heavily wi...
Knitting: Scarf
Named after the cheekiest little alpaca of the Purl herd, the Charlie scarf has a humorist aspect. With two large pompoms and a clever loop-through fastening it is certain to attract attention! What nobody needs to know is just how easy and quick it is to make… This scarf is another great developing project for a novice knitter. It introduces i...
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Bonnie is a stunning little bolero jacket with cable edging and central tie. The body is knitted in two pieces, starting from the central back and using short-row shaping to create this fabulous sweep round the front. Not only is Bonnie fun and a quick project to knit, the design includes interesting techniques such as integrating the cable, sh...
Knitting: Vest
Balboa is an unusual waistcoat design, which is superb for protecting your neck and back against chilly evenings and is so light, you almost forget you are wearing it (apart from the copious amounts of compliments you’re getting)! Knitted on 7mm needles with Purl Alpaca DK yarn, Balboa grows quickly and the constant shaping and edge pattern mak...
Knitting: Poncho
The Lillian Top is a truly versatile and fabulous garment. Originally designed as a top, it can also be worn as a poncho, a strapless dress and even a fish-tail skirt! Lillian is an intricate knit and is suitable for the experienced knitter. It is advisable to knit the Fantasia Cowl before making Lillian as it is a great introduction to the st...
Knitting: Cardigan
Beauty is a lovely, little cardigan with lots of interesting knitting techniques and stitches. The pattern includes horizontal and vertical knitting, blackberry stitch, seed stitch, rib and 3D shaping on sleeves. All the small panels and different stitches makes Beauty a very fun project to work on, but with few seams to sew up at the end!
Knitting: Pullover
Bjelle is a simple, yet striking design with the 3D shaping on the sleeves! This style is a spot on trend this winter when worn with a maxi skirt and boots. A long sleeved T-shirt or roll-neck can be worn underneath for extra warmth and dramatic impact! Bjelle is the Norwegian word for bell, echoing the shape of the sleeves and named after a go...
Knitting: Cardigan
A gentleman’s cardigan that looks equally as good on her! Drambuie is classically shaped with contemporary detailing and traditional buttons. The basketweave pattern and the integrated pockets makes it interesting and fun (whilst still being moderately easy to make).
Knitting: Cardigan
Duchess is a flowing, romantic cardigan with cable detailing at the back and unusual draped front. This creates a soft outline, enhancing the feminine shape. Duchess is a perfect compliment to wear with dresses and skirts in the summer, although she is equally ideal for rollneck jumpers and jeans for the autumn/winter season.
Knitting: Pullover
Geronimo is an exquisitely warm, chunky, yet lightweight jumper. Knitted on big needles, in two colours, for extra impact. Although designed as menswear, Geronimo can look equally good when worn by females. The cable detailing is subtle but striking and creates an instant impression.
Knitting: Cardigan
Neptune is a super cute “Mini-Me” version of Drambuie and the design is one of Kari-Helene’s favourites as a toddler/child’s cardigan. The traditional style with contemporary detailing (particularly the basket weave pattern) creates a stylish and tactile garment that works equally well for a little girl as well as little boy. We’ve added the re...
Knitting: Tee
Allegro is an unusual, wrap around top, with ribbed waistband and open back. This top is extremely lightweight due to its open lace stitch. It is very easy to make and knits up really fast, with very little finishing needed. A superb piece to wear over a summer dress or t-shirt with jeans or as a layering piece for winter. Allegro is superb for...
Knitting: Cardigan
Angel is a true classic; this stylish and timeless design accentuates the best part of any woman’s figure. Angel is a pretty, lace knit cardigan with batwing sleeves, ribbed cuffs and a fitted waist. A very interesting garment to knit as it is worked from the cuff to the centre back and continues to the front in one piece! The stitch combinatio...
Knitting: Skirt, Poncho
Cleo is a fabulous, versatile garment that can be worn in a variety of ways – as a skirt; as a poncho (with the ribbing making the roll neck), or as a “boob-tube” dress (accessorised with a belt). Cleo is really interesting to make as it includes several techniques such as circular knitting, ribbing, cabling and short row shaping. With only one...
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Olivia is a stunning lace knit coat, with draping front panels and a close fitting back. The design incorporates different techniques including lace knit, ribbing and Feather & Fan stitch. Olivia has a very flattering shape and can also be worn with a belt to emphasize the waist further (pattern for belt included). Olivia is a piece of knit...