Discover easy knit ponchos, knit tees and tank patterns.
By Maria Molodova, from the August 2023 issue
Margot is a sleeveless mini dress with a square neckline, which can be layered for fall with a white shirt. The dress features a cable panel in the front, high waistline with the cable belt and folded edge hem. The design of the cables on the front is reminiscent of entwined tree roots in a forest.
View ProjectBy Cristina D, from the April 2023 issue
Ziggie is a super-easy spring tank top that will also show off your embroidery skills. Knit bottom up in stockinette stitch, Ziggie features a lower band in seed stitch where you can use your imagination with your tapestry needle.
View ProjectBy Evelyn Siatra, from the April 2023 issue
Rayanna is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up, beginning with a deep band of single ribbing, that gives way to a patchwork of four different dainty cables on the front. Highlight your cable knitting skills with this perfect-for-spring top.
View ProjectBy Adrienne Larsen, from the April 2023 issue
Cerise features a swirly stitch pattern and a flattering square sweetheart neckline. This tank top is a perfect stand-alone top and can be easily layered with your favorite cardigan or jacket for spring.
View ProjectBy Ciara Ní Reachtnín, from the February 2023 issue
Rosaleen (an Irish name meaning Little Rose) is a lightweight summer t-shirt inspired by the blossoming flowers of a rose garden. Adorned with tiny embroidered roses,create your own tiny rose garden with this intriguing design.
View ProjectBy Olya Mikesh, from the Skirt The Rules: The Knitting Collection of Dresses, Skirts & Tunics issue
Savannah is a sleeveless, high-neck dress that features a geometric colorwork bodice that transitions into a simple Lattice Lace skirt, and finished with a Diamond Lace pattern. The construction is top-down, in the round, with Steeks for sleeve openings and back neck closure. Slight waist shaping is done by changing to a smaller needle size. Transitions between each lace section incorporate gradual increases that shape the skirt. The skirt length can be easily extended by working additional lace repeats.
View ProjectBy Sandra Gutierrez, from the August 2022 issue
The Sienna Tank is one of those everyday garments that you can easily throw on and be comfy in, yet still stylish enough to embellish any outfit with a sophisticated and simple flair. The I-cord edgings at the arm openings, hem and cowl neck add a touch of sophistication, while the A-line shaping makes it incredibly flattering.
View ProjectBy Sophia Minakais, from the August 2022 issue
A simple poncho worked with classic Irish shaping, this project is great for advanced beginners or as a relaxing project on long commutes. It’s worked in a wide garter/stockinette rib pattern to create perpendicular lines of symmetry across the body, with a squishy cowl neck and picot bind off for a final feminine touch.
View ProjectBy Olya Mikesh, from the The Seaside Staples Knitting Collection issue
Cresslyn is a beginner-friendly pattern that utilizes a simple drop-stitch technique to create an open, lace-like fabric. The cover-up is knitted sideways, in two rectangles, and seamed at the center back and front to create a V-neck opening. Sides are also seamed, leaving an exposed, side ruffle. A crocheted drawstring belt and a fringed hem make this cover-up a beach day staple.
View ProjectBy Donna Estin, 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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