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Donna Estin

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Donna designs artistic, contemporary knitwear.  She specializes in blending creative stitches into comfortable, modern sweaters. With pattern support and tips to help knitters create the best possible garment, she delivers to the knitter easy to follow patterns for a fashionable sweater that fits. She lives in Maryland and usually has two or more projects on her needles. She loves wool, sheep, dogs, and sailing on the Chesapeake Bay.

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Projects by Donna Estin

Foggy Harbor Tee

From the June 2025 issue

The Foggy Harbor Tee is a modern knit with subtle nautical flair, featuring strong vertical lines and a crisp square neckline. Knit in breathable cotton yarn, this tee is worked in the round from the bottom up with minimal seaming and tapered sleeves built right into the body. The pattern includes two lengths—cropped or standard—so you can customize the fit to suit your style. Pair it with high-waisted pants, shorts, or a skirt for a clean, structured look that feels just right for warm-weather days.

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En Pointe Cardigan

From the April 2025 issue

The En Pointe Cardigan is a gracefully elegant piece, perfect for layering over your favorite outfits. This V-neck, ribbed cardigan features delicate eyelets and lace patterns that add a touch of sophistication and texture. The body is worked flat in one piece from the bottom up, divided at the armholes, and then worked separately for the front and back. Set-in sleeves are also worked flat from the bottom up and seamed, creating a refined, tailored fit.

The cardigan is finished with a thoughtfully designed button band, which is worked by picking up stitches around the neckline for a seamless look. Whether dressed up or down, the En Pointe Cardigan offers versatile styling options and timeless appeal, making it a must-have addition to your wardrobe.

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Tweed Fusion Funnel Neck Sweater

From the August 2024 issue

The Tweed Fusion Funnel Neck Sweater combines classic cables with contemporary tweed in a stylish, loose-fitting, drop-shoulder pullover. Featuring an overlapping funnel neck, this sweater offers a fresh take on traditional tweed with soft, vibrant colors and luxurious soft yarn. The intricate arrangement of XO cables creates a stunning visual effect while remaining surprisingly easy to work. Perfect for adding a touch of modern elegance to your wardrobe, this sweater redefines tweed with its unique blend of texture and comfort.

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Regatta Ready Pullover

From the April 2024 issue

This cropped pullover with a split high/low hem is meticulously crafted in a seamless fashion. The process begins by working it in the round from the bottom up. After reaching the armholes, the pullover is divided, and the subsequent sections are worked flat. To shape the deep shoulders, German short rows are skillfully employed, enhancing the overall silhouette. The shoulders are later joined using a three-needle bind-off technique for a neat finish. Continuing the seamless construction, stitches for the sleeves are deftly picked up around the armhole and worked in the round until reaching the cuff. This cohesive approach results in a stylish pullover with a well-defined structure and a harmonious blend of techniques.

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Rosalind Cabled Cardigan

From the October 2022 issue

Equestrian style comes alive with this classic cabled cardigan combining timeless style with everyday wear. Tiny cables form pleasing vertical columns for a flattering look. Each cable pattern has the same number of rows to make reading charts easier. A double column of knit stitches runs down each side seam to provide a visual break in the Moss and to make seaming easier. Rosalind is worked flat from the bottom up with set-in sleeves for a classic fit and ribbed edges. Designed to be worn a little on the loose side, this cardigan makes a perfect layering piece for fall.

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Amandine Tank

From the June 2022 issue

Knit this easy-breezy tank for a burst of outfitting sunshine. Amandine is a fully buttoned v-tank with a combination of a mesh-like texture and stockinette. It is worked from the bottom up in one piece. Stitches for the button bands are picked up and worked at the end. Directions include two fits: comfort fit as shown which includes shaping from the hips to waist, and slim fit which is worked straight without shaping. Sure to become a layering favorite, this tank will go from warm weather escapes to casually cool evenings.

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Lillemor Sweater

From Summer-Ready Sweaters To Knit Collection

The Lillemor Sweater is a stunning exploration of lines and texture, featuring a dramatic horizontal pattern that extends seamlessly from cuff to cuff. Knit sideways in a luxurious merino-silk blend, this lightweight sweater offers incredible drape, allowing the bodice to gently widen as it flows downward. With minimal seaming—just two short seams at the underarms—this design is both elegant and effortless to construct. Once the top portion is complete, stitches are picked up around the body and worked in the round, transitioning into delicate vertical lines for a refined, flattering silhouette. Whether you’re dressing up or down, the Lillemor Sweater is a statement piece that blends comfort with contemporary style.

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