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Tranquil Treetops Knit Hat

Explore stranded colorwork with this hat, showcasing a repeating motif of tall fir trees, reminiscent of a serene mountain tree line. The fresh color palette in light and dark blue adds a modern twist, departing from the traditional green and white associated with tree-themed hats. If a classic look appeals to you, opt for green trees on a white background for a charming Christmas touch. Knit with yarn made from recycled wool, nylon and cashmere, complemented by sustainably sourced viscose, this hat ensures a velvety soft and squishable texture while promoting eco-friendly practices.

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Winterberry Colorwork Cardigan

Crafted using traditional techniques, this cardigan features a bottom-up, seamless construction that ensures a flawless finish. Cleverly utilizing Steeks for the front opening and armholes, the design seamlessly blends functionality with fashion. Despite the array of captivating colors, you’ll only work with two at a time, simplifying the colorwork process. This thoughtful design choice ensures that your knitting experience remains enjoyable and approachable. With its longer length and oversized fit, this cardigan is a versatile addition to your winter wardrobe. The generously sized shawl collar adds an extra layer of coziness, while the belted closure offers a chic finishing touch. This cardigan is designed for effortless layering, making it a must-have for any cold-weather ensemble.

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Softly Falling Snow Mittens

Inspired by the gentle descent of freshly fallen snow, these mittens beautifully transition from light hues at the top to deeper shades towards the bottom. This effect is achieved through a harmonious interplay of smaller and larger motifs, evoking the serene scene of snow beginning to blanket the earth. Embracing both style and functionality, these mittens have an extended cuff designed for versatility. Wear it long to shield against the winter elements, preventing snow from intruding, or fold it over for an added layer of cozy warmth. These mittens are a perfect blend of elegance and practicality, promising both comfort and charm on cold winter days.

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Frosted Window Pane Plaid Sweater 

Introducing the Frosted Window Pane Plaid Sweater knitting pattern, a stylish fusion of classic design and modern technique. This pullover showcases a timeless windowpane plaid pattern, achieved by knitting horizontal stripes, and then employing surface crochet for the vertical lines, resulting in a captivating and textured motif. The sweater boasts a clean and straightforward drop-shoulder construction, paired with a chic cropped silhouette. The addition of a cozy funnel neck and elegant bracelet-length sleeves brings an element of sophistication to this versatile garment. It also serves as the perfect layering piece and can be worn on its own or draped elegantly over a button-down shirt for a polished and put-together look.

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Dashing Lines Poncho

Inspired by modern strip quilt patterns, this poncho is worked in stockinette stitch and intarsia colorwork to create a bold and dramatic garment. The poncho evokes a more casual feel when it’s worn traditionally with the point in front. Worn reversed with the draped edge at the neck, the drama intensifies. The poncho is worked flat, overlapped and stitched together.

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Mountainscape Pillow

Enjoy a mountainscape view right in your living room with this fun intarsia project. The pillow is worked flat in two pieces, then joined together over a 14 inch pillow form. The scenic intarsia front is easy to work making it an ideal pattern for new and experienced intarsia knitters alike. Once your pillow is assembled, you’ll finish it off with an I-cord edge, to create a fashionable new addition to your lounge area.

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Tawny Sweater Blazer

Cardigans: cozy. Blazers: polished. Why not combine the two and look put together while still being snuggly and warm? This cardigan features knitted lapels like a blazer, but it’s a bit oversized and bulky to keep you cozy all winter long. Belt the middle for a more work-ready look.

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Lakelyn Horizon Poncho

Give a simple rectangular poncho some drama and it becomes rippling waters at sunset at your favorite lake. Shifting twisted stitches in a flattering hourglass shape form the borders of the colorful center panel that’s knit in a gradient yarn alternately striped with the main color. A beautiful border, knit at the same time as the poncho, and a generous cowl complete this stunning poncho.

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Sandcastle Sampler Pillow

This summer pillow is a fun sampler of various knitting techniques, including seed stitch, stockinette, reverse stockinette, garter stitch, eyelets, and twisted traveling stitches. These techniques combine to create a sandcastle motif on the front of the cushion cover and a seashell motif bordered by wavy lines of eyelets and garter stitch on the back. In addition to featuring a wide variety of textural stitches, this design is also a great opportunity to gain experience at working from charts, because the pattern is fully charted.

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