Vanessa Smith
Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads
Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Cardigan
The Little Nydia Cardigan—an adorable, miniaturized version of the adult cardigan with the same name—is the perfect sweater for all the knitworthy kiddos in our lives. Its classic shape and fit ensure it will be wearable with a variety of items in any little one’s wardrobe; they need layering pieces too!
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
The Kestra socks are the third pattern in a mini collection of quick, stranded knits featuring a geometric chevron pattern and speckled colorwork or twisted rib accents. Worked from the toe up in a DK weight yarn, these socks are delightfully squishy and warm to wear. The forethought, peasant heel—paired with instep gussets—fits the foot nicely...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Farpoint is an asymmetrical triangular shawl knit from side to side on the bias. Designed in collaboration with Lady Dye Yarns for a Star Trek: The Next Generation-inspired club, this shawl combines texture and color blocking to highlight unmistakable elements of Starfleet uniforms, including four bobbles reflecting the rank of captain. Mosaic ...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The Stars Hollow hat was originally designed in collaboration with Lady Dye Yarns for a Gilmore Girls-inspired club. The strands that weave through an otherwise simple rib pattern evoke the feelings of all that makes up our favorite on-screen town: connectivity, close-knit community, and unbreakable ties with family and friends. Beads knit into...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Featuring a geometric chevron pattern that continues into the crown and culminates in the shape of a star, the Kestra hat is a fun and quick knit that combines the beauty of simple stranded colorwork and twisted ribbing. Begin with either a modern, folded brim as shown or a flat brim for a classic look, and pair the hat with the matching mitts ...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Folded, twisted rib edgings and simple stranded colorwork together make the Kestra mitts doubly thick and extra warm—and a fun, addictive knit! A geometric chevron pattern dances across the tops of the hands and around the thumbs, only to reveal speckled palms when the mitts are turned over. Pair them with the matching hat for added warmth and ...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Emberly is a hat originally designed in collaboration with Earl Grey Fiber Co. for the August 2020 installment of the Indie Untangled Where We Knit Yarn Club. With its flame-like cables and columns of simple lace that resemble sparks flickering up to the night sky, this hat captures the mood of end-of-summer evenings, which involve spending tim...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
The Indira Mitts shine beautifully when either worn as a standalone set or as the perfect complement to the Indira shawl or cowl. Featuring lateral braids and the same unique double‑braided cable, simple lace, and fisherman’s rib as the shawl and cowl, these mitts are just as classy as they are warm and functional.
Knitting: Cowl
The Indira Cowl is an elegant, semifunnel-shaped cowl featuring two unique double-braided cables, simple lace, and luxurious fisherman’s rib. The cowl is worked from side to side, beginning with a provisional cast on and knit to its full width before the cowl is grafted in pattern and the edging is worked. Like the Indira shawl, the resulting c...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Indira is an elegant, asymmetrical shawl featuring a unique double-braided cable, simple allover lace, and luxurious fisherman’s rib. The shawl is worked primarily on the bias, beginning with just a few stitches and gradually increased to the shawl’s full depth before the edging is worked. Short-row shaping is used to achieve the edging’s taper...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Aslyn is a fun-to-knit and easy-to-wear hat featuring beautifully simple textures that together have a dramatic effect. The hemmed, twisted rib brim transitions uninterrupted into a unique, allover lattice texture, which then blends organically into the crown shaping. This hat looks great in both variegated and solid colorways and worn either s...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The Novemberist hat is part of a hat and mitt set dreamed up during an especially memorable November. Made in two high-contrast colorways, this hat is doubly thick throughout with a turned hem and a chevron stitch pattern achieved by stranded knitting—both features that make this hat very warm while being equally stylish!
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
The Novemberist mitts are part of a hat and mitt set dreamed up during an especially memorable November. Made in two high-contrast colorways, these fingerless mitts are doubly thick throughout with turned hems at each opening and a chevron stitch pattern achieved by stranded knitting—both features that make these mitts warmer than your average ...
Knitting: Pullover
Sevrine is a chic pullover featuring a generous cowl neck and mirrored motifs that form a flattering hourglass shape against a reverse stockinette stitch background. The relaxed but feminine fit is timeless and wearable in a variety of settings. This just might become your favorite sweater!
Knitting: Cardigan
Little Avalyn is a miniature-sized version of Avalyn, a timeless, elegant piece with classic design details. If you’re looking for a sweater for a little gentleman, don’t let the feminine name of this pattern stop you—this cardigan looks great on girls and boys alike! The rib‑based, allover lattice texture and chunky cables together with the ca...
Knitting: Cardigan
Avalyn is a timeless, elegant piece with classic design details and modern, feminine shaping. The rib‑based, allover lattice texture and chunky cables together with the cardigan’s folded cuffs and shawl collar will keep you warm and cozy in sophisticated style.
Knitting: Cardigan
Twylem is an elegant yet cozy, slightly oversized cardigan featuring cascading cables, reverse stockinette, and multidirectional rib details which all come together to create a beautiful balance of complementary textures.
Knitting: Cardigan
Troian (pronounced troy-an) is a sexy but sophisticated cardigan featuring cables, stockinette, and simple rib details. The cuffed, elbow length sleeves draw the eye up and to the textured front and fun snap and toggle closures placed from the collar to just below the bust.
Knitting: Pullover
This rendition of Julissa puts a new spin on the original, boat-necked pullover. The lower, scooped neckline along with a bit of waist shaping and flattering sleeve length all together create a modestly flirty and feminine piece that will complement a variety of body types.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
A beautiful balance of stockinette, lace and texture come together to create Meira, a crescent shaped shawl knit in a versatile, sport weight yarn. This piece will be easily worn throughout the year, no matter the season! Its generous wingspan wraps gracefully around its wearer in a variety of ways, providing just enough warmth on a crisp Sprin...
Knitting: Pullover
Chantalle is an elegant, fitted raglan pullover knit seamlessly from the top down using a sport weight yarn. The decorative lace collar, which uses an easy-to-memorize stitch pattern and is worked at the same time as the yoke, lends stunning detail and visual interest to an otherwise stockinette fabric.
Knitting: Cardigan
Cleverly knit from the top down in one seamless piece, Ardelise is an open-front cardigan knit in a versatile sport weight yarn. It features raglan shaping and a beautiful, continuous lace collar that is worked at the same time as the main fabric of the body. Wear open or cinched with an oversized belt for effortless style.
Knitting: Pullover
Julissa is a modern raglan pullover knit seamlessly from the top down using a worsted weight yarn. A wide neckline, striking cable and lace details, three‑quarter length or full-length sleeves (your choice!), and a bit of waist shaping all together create this feminine, easy-to‑knit top. Short rows are used to lower the front neckline for a com...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Xenia is a generously sized, crescent shaped shawl that can be worn casually or for evenings out on the town in your favorite little black dress. With its ability to be worn in many ways, this shawl is sure to become a favorite in your personal knitwear wardrobe or to make a great gift for a shawl‑loving friend.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Sacha is the triangular interpretation of the Knit Rhapsody design Charlize. Worked as a classic triangle from the top center and outward to the ruffled edging, the lace portion is intuitive yet simple, with each shawl half being complete mirror images of one another. Its large wingspan drapes beautifully around the neck or shoulders of its wea...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Alivia is a unique, triangular shawl worked from the bottom point to the upper edge. The beautiful lace border remains the focal point of the shawl and with two center stitch options, it can be worn either formally or casually. Modifying the size of the shawl to use less or more yarn, or a different weight of yarn, is as easy as repeating the s...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Corbin is a striped hat that utilizes 3 complementary colors and looks great on both ladies and gents. This fun and stylish hat is a great canvas for playing with color and using up yarn scraps. Worked from the top down with a fully lined interior for a finished look, it provides double the warmth and is easily customized for larger or smaller ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Charlize is an elegant yet modern, crescent-shaped shawlette that knits up beautifully in both semisolid and variegated yarns and can be worn casually or formally. Worked from the top center and outward to the ruffled edging, the lace portion is simple enough for someone new to lace, while engaging enough for experienced lace knitters looking f...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves, Cowl
Accessorize in style this winter with a cozy, oversized cowl and matching fingerless mitts that feature a unique lace stitch pattern coupled with twisted ribbing. This set is quick to knit and even easier to size, making it perfect for last minute gift knitting—or yourself, of course!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Sarai is a simple, crescent shaped shawl that features a beautiful combination of stockinette stitch, lace and texture. Instructions for use of fingering or DK weight yarns, repeatable charts and alternate border options are provided to easily modify the size of your shawl or change the combination and balance of the stitch patterns used. Sarai...