An Exploration of Nordic Knitting

These teeny Tiny socks are a great way to join the sock knitting fun without committing to a big project. They knit up incredibly quickly and you get to try your hand at all the techniques and build the confidence you’ll need for any size sock. You could easily knit a couple pairs in a days for a wonderful handmade baby gift.

This one skein pattern is a fun way to play with a Japanese style cable pattern in an otherwise simple project. The cowl is knit flat and button loops are crocheted on to finish the cowl.

Marcella’s Evening Gown was originally designed for the runway in the decadent style of the 1940’s. After an incredible response from the public we decided to release the pattern so you can knit your own vintage showstopper.

Worked in two contrasting colors. You will need approximately 65 yards of each color.

This scarf pattern evokes a very delicate, feminine vibe circa the 1920’s with a subtle lace detail in the ruffles and body.

This simple cabled headband works up quickly and is excellent for a last minute gift project.

This headband uses a provisional cast on with the contrast color. Then the inside of the headband is knit, after a purl row (for an easy fold) the colorwork pattern is worked. Finally the cast on edge and live stitches are grafted together.

This long cowl is knit in the round alternating between sections of garter stitch and eyelets. It can be worn wrapped once or twice for two completely different looks.

This quick to knit triangular shawl is knit from the center and built outward using stripes of garter stitch and an eyelet motif.

Hanten is a Japanese word for “mid-air” which perfectly describes this light and airy cowl. The zig-zag lace pattern implies movement through the sky. But don’t be deceived, this project may look complicated, but it’s quite simple to create.

Fathom is a two color brioche scarf that prominently features the less common technique of brioche cables. The cables are best shown off if your yarn colors have a high level of contrast between them.

This cowl is a great way to practice stranded knitting for those who are just learning the technique. The pattern is worked in one piece in the round using a simple chart. Using color changing yarn keeps the knitting exciting and makes for a great looking project. Enjoy!

Cozy winter hat with a charming cable pattern and large pom pom if desired. It is knit from the bottom up beginning with ribbing and transitioning to a simple cable pattern followed by integrated decreases for a nice top. Pom pom is optional and removable.

The Axial is knit from the bottom up in one piece using raglan decreases and a simple all over mesh pattern. The edging is knit at the same time as the body of the sweater to keep the finishing work to a minimum.

Archie is an easy to work bottom-up beanie with an all over cable texture pattern.

A Pattern With Purpose

Inspired by the subject of Hemingway’s Old Man and the Sea, this fisherman’s rib hat is a twist on a timeless classic.

This is a simple lace mesh triangle shawl that is cast on in the center and worked outward toward the edges.

A fun way to play with some luscious cashmere mini-skeins, this hat will brighten up the coldest day with it’s gumball-bright striped color scheme!

The Triad Bassinet Blanket has a geometric pattern for a fresh update on the traditional baby blanket.

The Sun Stripes Shawl is a great beginning shawl pattern!

SKILL LEVEL

Updated 11/30/12

The Verano Tee is a loose, lace openwork top, perfect for summer knitting. The shirt is meant to be loose fitting and slide off one shoulder, but the boat neck collar can be made smaller for a more conservative look.

This sweater is worked in one piece from the top down using nearly invisible increases to create the raglan seam.