Maria Olson
eBooks available as Ravelry Downloads
eBook :
2 patterns
Castilleja Collection contains Castilleja Hat and Castilleja Scarf.
eBook :
2 patterns
Grey Havens Accessories Collection contains Grey Havens Cowl and Grey Havens Hat.
Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads
Knitting: Pullover
Elwell Pullover is a light and lacy pullover perfect for spring, summer and early autumn weather. The vintage inspired sweater is worked in a sport or light dk weight yarn from the bottom up with raglan shoulders and the options for either ¾ length or long sleeves. Mirrored lace patterns on the front and a flattering v neck complete the sweet a...
Knitting: Cowl
Rill Infinity Scarf is a cozy worsted weight scarf full of flowing textural cables and perfect for chasing away a winter chill. Though deceptively complex in looks, the reversible twisted ribbing cable pattern is actually simple to knit and easy to memorize. The scarf begins with a provisional cast on, is worked to any length desired, then the ...
Knitting: Cardigan
Elwell Cardigan is a vintage inspired raglan cardigan worked in a sport or light dk weight yarn from the bottom up. Mirrored lace patterns adorn the front panels and a flattering v neck completes the sweet and fun look. With a variety of options to choose from, ranging from standard waist shaping or a straight silhouette with a mid-back eyelet ...
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Goldberry is a lightweight sleeveless top worked in a fine fingering weight yarn from the top down with an easy garter stitch upper body and a lovely floral lace pattern. The stretchy fit of the lace pattern is accommodating to a wide array of bust sizes and the lower body may be worked to any length desired.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Beret, Tam
Miss Lavender is a lacy, slouchy fit worsted weight hat worked in the round from the brim up. Utilizing the same lace pattern as my Miss Lemon cardigan, Miss Lavender is what I like to think of as the relaxed country cousin accessory. Included in the pattern is an alternative beanie style version.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Castilleja, or Indian Paintbrush as it’s more commonly known, has long been one of my favorite mountain wildflowers. The lace pattern used in this slouchy fingering weight hat recalls those bright and angular blooms that can be found flowering in abundance across the mountains of Northern California each spring. Knit the matching scarf to compl...
Knitting: Scarf
Castilleja, or Indian Paintbrush as it’s more commonly known, has long been one of my favorite mountain wildflowers. The lace pattern used in this fingering weight scarf recalls those bright and angular blooms that can be found flowering in abundance across the mountains of Northern California each spring. Knit the matching hat to complete the ...
Knitting: Pullover
1942 is a dk/light worsted weight pullover worked in the round from the bottom up with raglan shoulders and adorned with cables, textured stitches and twisted ribbing. The name is in honor of the countless childhood summers I spent at the family cabin surrounded by family and friends, and being toted around the rugged mountain landscape in an o...
Knitting: Pullover
Deodara is a simple top down raglan pullover with 3/4 length lace sleeves wonderfully suited for the transition from warm summer days to cooler autumn weather. The body is a breeze to knit and the sleeves are worked in the round on the bias in an easy lace pattern. Included in the pattern are both the original version and an alternative mirrore...
Knitting: Pullover
August Sky is a top down pullover worked in an easy all over lace pattern, accented with ribbing, and just warm enough to ward off a summer evening chill. The deep blue color coupled with the lace pattern reminds me of the summer night sky sprinkled with stars.
Knitting: Pullover
Wade’s Lake is a sport weight pullover embellished with copious amounts of cables. The body is worked in the round from the bottom up, then split and worked back and forth up to the top of the dropped shoulders. The sleeves are worked in the round from the cuff up and then seamed onto the body, or alternately skip the sleeves altogether and wor...
Knitting: Cardigan
Tisane is a light weight cardigan perfect for spring days. It is worked from the bottom up with a lacy lower body, high empire waist, short or 3/4 length sleeves and seamless shoulders. Vintage style buttons, lace detailing at the center upper back and an i-cord waist tie add charming details. The a-line fit is flattering for a variety of body ...
Knitting: Cowl
Mammoth Mill Infinity Scarf is a cozy yet lacy worsted weight scarf worked in a simple two row lace pattern that is a breeze to memorize. The scarf is worked up on the bias to any length desired, then the ends are grafted together to form a circle.
Knitting: Pullover
Named after a sparkling stream hidden high in the rugged Sierra Nevada mountains of Northern California, Jamison Creek is a sport weight pullover worked in the round from the bottom up. A cabled lace panel reminiscent of the flowing waters of its namesake, seamless shoulders and a split buttoned collar complete the easy style.
Knitting: Cardigan
Sierra Currant is a sport weight cardigan worked from the bottom up with a nearly floral yet angular lace pattern evocative of Ribes nevadense, or as its more commonly know, the Sierra Currant. An easy garter stitch body carries up the lacy cable details and is joined together with the sleeves with seamless raglan shoulders.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket, Cardigan
Amalgam Hoodie is a warm winter cardigan adorned with cables, a cozy hood, hidden pockets and plenty of texture. The body is created by working in different directions with two different stitch patterns.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Inspired by the beautiful aspen trees that line the banks of a stunning Northern California mountain stream, Cold Creek Hat is knit from the brim up with a slightly slouchy fit. Two functional buttons at the ribbed brim and a crown of leaves on a gently textured background of reverse stockinette stitch adorn the hat.
Knitting: Dress
Worked in the round from the bottom up, Moria Tunic is a delicate, light weight tunic with lace edging, waist shaping, a key-hole back and a clean silhouette. The easy to memorize lace pattern brings to mind thoughts of the great vaulted halls of the Mines of Moria from The Lord of the Rings.
Knitting: Cardigan
Inspired by and named for the ever fashion conscious secretary employed by the revered sleuth Hercule Poirot in Agatha Christie’s Poirot, Miss Lemon is a vintage style cardigan I can only hope would meet with her approval. The cardigan is worked from the bottom up in one piece with dart waist shaping at the back and 3/4 length or short sleeves....
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Named in fond remembrance of my dog Kip and the quiet evening walks we shared, the Kipper Coat is the perfect cool weather sweater that is both comfortable and stylish. The body is knit from the bottom up with small cable details, i-cord edging, a high cozy collar and a textured double breasted button placket. Work it in a sturdy dense wool yar...
Knitting: Cowl
Grey Havens Cowl is full of the wonderful interlocking cables used in the Grey Havens and Grey Havens Cardigan patterns. The cowl is knit in the round in a sport weight yarn, and is a quick and satisfying project for both experienced knitters and those new to cabling. Be sure to knit the sibling accessory, Grey Havens Hat, to complete the cable...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Grey Havens Hat is full of the wonderful interlocking cables used in the Grey Havens and Grey Havens Cardigan patterns. The hat is knit in the round from the brim up in a sport weight yarn, and is a quick and satisfying project for both experienced knitters and those new to cabling. Be sure to knit the sibling accessory, Grey Havens Cowl, to co...
Knitting: Pullover
Inspired by my love of all knitted things cabled and The Lord of the Rings, Grey Havens is a sweater full of flowing, interlocking cables and details, that for me, conjures up misty images of some far off shore. Grey Havens is worked in the round from the bottom up, with raglan shoulders and a split cowl collar that can be buttoned up.