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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From the April 2026 issue
This effortless tank dress features a flattering drop waist and gentle A-line shaping that creates an easy, forgiving fit you’ll reach for again and again. A playful double layer of mesh and lace brings movement and charm to the hem, making the dress just as lovely on its own as it is layered over leggings for a relaxed, stylish look.
View ProjectFrom the April 2026 issue
A sleek stockinette body of this raglan top sets the stage, allowing the intricate lace sleeves to take center spotlight. This elegant seamless pullover is knit from the bottom up, with body and sleeves joined for a beautifully shaped yoke worked in classic raglan lines, and finished with a polished I-cord bind-off neckline for a clean, modern edge.
View ProjectFrom the February 2026 issue
Cozy up with the Hambrooks Pullover, an everyday sweater with an intriguing and addictive construction. This sweater is worked flat from one sleeve cuff to the other, with front and back worked at the same time across the body. Working the stripes sideways in this way creates a striking vertical pattern! The interesting construction keeps this project fun to knit and the stripe pattern is easy to memorize.
View ProjectFrom 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.
View ProjectFrom 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.
View ProjectFrom 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.
View ProjectFrom Stitches, Stars & Stripes: 36 Knitting Patterns in Red, White and Blue
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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This alpine-inspired pullover uses two-tone coloring and different textures in a standard-fitting sweater. It is worked seamlessly from the bottom up with set-in style sleeves worked by picking up stitches around the armhole, then using short rows to shape the sleeve caps.
View ProjectFrom 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.
View ProjectFrom 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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