Olya Bagi used to work as a translator and an interpreter for an international company, but now she's a full-time housewife and a passionate knitter. She's been knitting for about 10 years now and has been heavily into designing knitwear since 2014. Olya has a particular obsession with detail and ultimate knitting techniques that make a handmade garment look haute couture.
From the April 2016 issue
This fitted raglan pullover is the perfect cover-up for cooler summer nights and can be worn well into fall. This pattern is worked bottom up and features a delicate blossom pattern and three-quarter length sleeves.
View ProjectFrom the December 2019 issue
Step out into the daylight of a chilly winter’s day sporting this classic set based off of the popular Midnight Set from December 2016. Featuring a ribbed hem and cables, incredible texture and a fresh color, this set is perfect for winter weather. Pair it with an oversized sweater and jeans for a classic winter look.
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This cozy knit cardigan is the adorable cold weather knit for fall and winter. It’s worked in an aran weight wool/alpaca blend yarn that has a perfect stitch definition and drapes wonderfully. It has a lengthened raglan line, an almost boxy construction, ribbed hem and wide ribbed sleeves that can be rolled to the elbows if needed.
View ProjectFrom The Baby Knits Collection: Sweet Little Patterns for Her
Gabriella is an all-time favorite piece in your little girl’s closet. Fluffy, cute, stylish and easy to make, she’ll want to wear this vest everywhere. Worked bottom up to the armholes in one piece, it’s then divided into two fronts and a back that are worked separately. We promise she’ll love this fun and funky design!
View ProjectFrom the April 2019 issue
This advanced cardigan in knit in a cool gray for optimal wardrobe use all spring long. Keep it neutral or pair it with vibrant pieces to freshen up your look.
View ProjectFrom the August 2018 issue
This design is an easy but outstanding wrap with simple lace patterns. Worked from one tip to the other, this shawl design is versatile because gauge is not crucial. Switch on your imagination and get heavier yarn to create a shawl that’s perfect for even colder weather.
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This understated sweater hits all the right marks with its round yoke and lace detail below the ribbed hem. Deep midnight blue is the new neutral for fall so embrace the alluring warmth of this darker hue and soft yarn.
View ProjectFrom the August 2017 issue
Cute pockets combined with a feminine lace panel result in the essential tank design for a day spent outside enjoying the summer weather. Wear it with any cute pair of shorts, and then layer it with a cardigan when the weather gets cooler.
View ProjectFrom the August 2017 issue
When the great outdoors is calling your name, pull on this magnificent cowl sweater to stay warm and fabulous. The design was inspired by Japanese culture and a modern style, combining asymmetry, cables, and lightweight yarn for a must-have addition to your fall wardrobe.
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Like the look of yarn cake projects, but don’t have any in your stash? No problem! This beautiful gradient top features three skeins of brightly colored yarn to achieve a similar result. Gradually changing yarn from darker to lighter colors results in a smooth gradient effect.
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