Nadya Stallings

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Knitting: Cowl
This neckwear is worked from top down in the round. The simple elegant lace pattern is framed with slip-stitch Rib borders. The shape is achieved by switching needle sizes from smallest to largest.
Knitting: Pullover
Blue Ribbon Pullover was originally designed for Biscotte Yarns website.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Knitting: Cardigan
This sleeveless coat is a “cousin” of Sarafan Vest pattern, that was published in collaboration with Ancient Arts Fibre Crafts company.
Knitting: Pullover
This garment body is slightly A-shaped and worked in pieces from bottom up. Neckline is gently rounded at front. Sleeves are worked from armholes down, beginning with short rows shaped caps. The showy Laminaria stitch pattern is worked over lower body. The upper body and sleeves are worked in textured rib.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Knitting: Pullover
Knitting: Cowl
Knitting: Pullover
This sweater has a straight body silhouette. It features expressive cable stitch pattern, simple construction, and a classic look. The Midnight Forest Sweater body is worked in the round in one piece from the bottom to the underarms, and then is separated to work the front and back flat. Sleeves are worked from the armholes/dropped shoulders do...
Knitting: Pullover
This garment body is worked from bottom up in pieces. Straight silhouette body turns up to drop shoulders.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Knitting: Pullover
One day I was thinking of making a nice warm—yet lightweight—sweater for myself and went through my stash. I found some very soft pleasant yarn that I kept for the swatches, and for this reason it was mostly in (cold) neutrals. And only so much of the same yarn was in bright warm color. So I decided to make it striped.
Knitting: Tee
Édouard Manet and others often found inspiration in Argenteuil, France. With its quintessential landscapes dotted with gardens, bridges, and river views, it was one of the most-painted regions by impressionist painters. In the Argenteuil Top, a field of reverse stockinette stitch highlights an impressive openwork and traveling-stitch panel.
Knitting: Pullover
Cozy sweater with relaxed fit is worked in pieces from bottom up. The sleeves are worked from dropped shoulders down.
Knitting: Pillow / Cushion
This home accessory is worked in three panels: two back panels overlapped with button closure and one front panel. Each, back and front are worked with two directions involved
Knitting: Pullover
This pattern is worked from the bottom up in pieces.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This triangular symmetrical accessory is worked from one corner to the other. It is gradually shaped, first with increases to the shawlette center, and then with decreases from the center to the other end. This design construction allows for easy customization of the size.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Get ready for the frosty days!
Knitting: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Cables flow through this stunning stole like a swift current in a stream, resulting in gorgeous texture and woolly warmth to keep you cozy from fall through spring. The stole is worked from end to end in one piece beautifully balancing simple texture stitches and cables to create elegant motifs in the main panel and borders for a
Knitting: Scarf
This scarf is worked from end to end in mosaic stitch, which is charted; then it’s finished with the borders, worked from picked up sts along both long sides.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Knitting: Pullover
This slightly-cropped, straight silhouette sweater is worked from the bottom-up in pieces. Long sleeves are worked from dropped shoulders down. Neckline is finished with a band. Front, as well as each sleeve, is accented with a wide Brioche Chevron texture panel. Hem, cuffs and collar are worked in Twisted Rib.
Knitting: Pullover
This pattern is worked in pieces from the bottom up.
Knitting: Pullover
This garment is worked from bottom up in pieces. The sleeves are worked from open
Knitting: Cardigan
This accessory is worked in three panels from bottom up. Each panel is slightly shaped at shoulders, using short rows. Decorative Wave Lace stitch at hem is turning into very simple Texture stitch.
Knitting: Tee
This slightly oversized garment has top-down raglan construction and straight body silhouette. Short sleeves are finished with narrow band. The main stitch is St. st. All the edges are finished with semi-twisted rib. Center Front decorative stripes and sleeves are worked in Garter Ridge stitch. Wide raglan lines, which are turned into the body ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This rectangular accessory is worked in two panels lengthwise, then they are grafted. Each panel begins with a wide Forsythia Lace border. The center portion of the stole is worked in Twist Lace Stitch.
Knitting: Cardigan
This is a straight silhouette cardigan that is easy to wear with just about anything to get rid of the chill. It features expressive details, simple construction, and a classic look. The Chill Companion Cardigan is worked flat as one piece from the bottom to the underarms, and then is separated to work the fronts and back in pieces. Sleeves are...
Knitting: Tee
Knit top down in the round, the Tacoma top is a flirty short-sleeved sweater. You won’t get stuck on sleeve island with this one! Wide ribbing along each side adds visual interest and flattering lines to the flared shape. Wear it with jeans or a skirt to work or out to dinner with the family or your girlfriends.
Knitting: Tote
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Knitting: Pullover
Using an easy-to-remember chevron stitch pattern in two colors, the Salty Waves pullover is a slightly cropped, boxy top that perfectly complements this fall’s high-waisted trend. It pairs nicely with either sundresses or trousers and is an excellent choice to wear for an autumn seashore picnic or boat ride.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Knitting: Pullover
Green Apple pullover is slightly cropped and has straight body silhouette.
Knitting: Pullover
Knitting: Scarf
The gauge for this pattern is not essential, and given as approximate, due to be used for very elastic fabric.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This hat is worked in the round from the bottom up. The stitch pattern is a combination of 1x1 cables. The crown decreases are hidden within the cables.
Knitting: Pullover
Skill Level
Knitting: Baby Blanket
Don’t be intimidated by a bold, plaid pattern! This Bonfire Plaid Blanket is surprisingly simple to create. Using an easy rectangular shape, watch as slip stitches and horizontal garter stripes come together to create a delightful plaid pattern right before your eyes.
Knitting: Cowl
Not your traditional plaid, but plaid-like all the same, this cowl is the perfect travel companion for your journey off the grid.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This top begins with the upper body, worked sideways. Then back and front of the lower body are worked flat on picked up sts down with few short rows.
Knitting: Pullover
Delicate yarn in delicate colors makes this pullover become a desirable warm weather top. It has enough flare for comfort, but still not too slouchy so it will feature your best body lines. The shaped hemline brings an interest and will look good with either a lightweight “flying” skirt, or your favorite jeans. Sleeve construction allows a nice...
Knitting: Pullover
This adorable cinched top is calling your name! Lilia is worked in two directions and features an adjustable front panel with a V-neck and cinched center. Just pull the string tighter for a higher crop.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Classic shape and fit of this hat allows it to be worn by any person. It could be worked in solid color of your choice or in stripes or even color blocks. The pom-pom is optional.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This little shawlette is named after the color of the yarn used. It is worked from the side to the point sideways as a one piece.
Knitting: Cardigan
Description
Knitting: Tee
This pattern is now updated and graded for 2 additional upper sizes.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Like season of late Summer is abundant with juicy harvest of fruit and berries, surrounded with rich velvety flowers, this flirty top is as pleasant and adorable as this time of year itself.
Knitting: Pullover
Knitting: Tee
You can call it Vest or Poncho instead of “Wrap”, but it’s definitely a layer piece, that would be a beautiful and playful addition to your look.
Knitting: Tee
Sophisticated shaping and asymmetric lace give this top a lavish femininity. The torso shaping and slight crop give a defined and flattering shape, bringing a subtle distinction to any outfit.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
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Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Knit in a simple textured slip stitch pattern, these comfy mitts in three sizes (S/M/L) were inspired by the delicious appeal of steamy toasted waffles. Worked in the round on double pointed needles from bottom cuff to top hem with garter stitch edges, these are a great project for beginners or experienced knitters alike. When combined with the...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Knit in a simple textured slip stitch pattern, this comfy cap in four sizes (S/M/L/XL) was inspired by the delicious appeal of steamy toasted waffles. Worked in the round from bottom up with a gradually decreased crown, it is a great project for beginners or experienced knitters alike. When combined with the matching Sunday Toast mitts it makes...
Knitting: Poncho
ERRATA: This garment is to be worn with 40-45” of positive ease.
Knitting: Cardigan
Chic stylings and clever details make this more than just an elegant cardigan. Densely worked lattice cables repeat around the generous tunic length, while the moderate collar is cleverly worked as you go, rather than picking up hundreds of stitches for the more common shawl collar construction.
Knitting: Pullover
Orlets Pullover is oversized cozy sweater design, generously supported by Universal Yarns, and edited by Tian Connaughton, who patiently held my writing hand through the process of recalculations and polishing off my pattern.
Knitting: Pullover
The flowing fit of this tunic is both flattering and chic, resulting in a top that promises to become your go-to fall fashion statement. The body panels are worked from bottom to top, while the sleeves are worked flat.
Knitting: Pullover
Working on this design I had in my mind a picture that was in front of my eyes through all my childhood: we lived in a small house on a lake shore; almost every summer evening I could see greyish blue silhouettes along the opposite shore of the lake and bright colorful sunset above them. I did not know what that blue line was over there until m...
Knitting: Cardigan
This pattern is now available for Ravelry download.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This tank is worked back and forth in pieces from the bottom up and seamed.
Knitting: Vest
This sleeveless coat with A-line shaping is a fashionable layering piece that will suit a wide range of figures. A delightful border pattern sets off hem, front edges and collar; the body hem border is knit along with the body piece itself, while front border is picked up along the edges and knit sideways. Classic enough for work but casual eno...
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
White, the color of freshly fallen snow, is one of the most iconic colors of the season. With the magic of snow and childhood memories of winter’s past in mind, Nadya Stallings set out to create a very special project. This project is very feminine at all details: mid-length and button closure, cable fragments, A-line body and soft collar. It i...
Knitting: Pullover
This design is now available for Ravelry download.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
You’ll turn heads in this beautiful blouse featuring a lace dragonfly motif on the back. A unique asymmetrical bottom construction and lace neckline border add the final flourishes to this gorgeous top.
Knitting: Dress
Knitting: Cardigan
06/05/2017: Ravelry version of this cardigan contains 2 different instructions for working Sleeves . One is set-in bottom up, and another one is top down with short rows cap shaping. Both sleeve instructions are for working flat and then seamed.
Knitting: Cardigan
Textured stitches and a handsome shawl collar give any man a classic look when they wear the Hidden Light Cardigan. Knit it in a tweed, as shown, or a bright and bold solid color, and it’s sure to become a wardrobe staple, worn on so many different occasions.
Knitting: Tee
Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
Knitting: Pullover
Storm Pullover is worked back and forth in pieces from the bottom up. Front neck is shaped with short rows. Tunic length could be easily customized. Intarsia color work is charted.
Knitting: Dress
Troy is inspired by the traditional Russian sleeveless dress, which was meant to be worn over an embroidered blouse. As a layer it is very popular and practical, because it adds warmth and with different tops underneath gives a variety of outfits, and that is why it is a favorite garment of mine, too. This dress is designed as a layer with a co...
Knitting: Skirt
Romantic and feminine fashion items are always inspirational for Nadya. Every time she sees delightful silhouette in magazine page or modeling on fashion podium she pictures it being hand knit and tries to recall different stitch patterns that would suite this item, which after all turns into something absolutely different to what gives that in...
Knitting: Pullover
Designer Nadya Stallings
Knitting: Cardigan
Errata: instead of Cont in Wave Lace patt over 50 (56, 62, 68, 80) rows.* read *** Cont in Wave Lace patt for 51 (57, 63, 69, 81) more rows.** ( Asterisk position!)
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This simple tank with a boat neckline will let you remember that Summer is coming no matter what.
Knitting: Throw
Textured throw body is featured with Color work border running along one side. It is also framed with Garter border worked in contrast color.
Knitting: Tote
August 7, 2020:
Knitting: Earflap Hat
This is a “two directions “hat: the color work panel is worked sideway and has a back seem. The top part starts with picking up sts from the main panel and worked in the round seamlessly.
Knitting: Mittens
Color chart of this design was created in Russian traditional style. You will need set of 5 DPNs for your project
Knitting: Earflap Hat
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Knitting: Vest
Classic look, V-shaped neck line. Front is made in Diamond and Cables pattern, back is made in moss sts pattern.
Knitting: Cardigan
Wonderfully self striping yarn in water colors, and waves and seagulls images in natural white. These two companions will help you to create romantic picture of tropical waters. Color work goes around the body. Body is knit as 1 piece from bottom up to armholes and then back and front panels are worked separately. Garter stitch borders accent f...