By Olya Mikesh
From the February 2024 issue
Designed with chunky cables and luxurious, fluffy yarn, this pullover boasts a fabric that’s not just visually appealing, but also delightfully soft, ensuring a cozy and comfortable wearing experience. The distinctive polo-style collar, rendered in a contrasting color, infuses this classic pullover with a contemporary edge. Tailored for intermediate-level knitters, this pattern offers a rewarding challenge while maintaining a classic charm.
View ProjectBy Olya Mikesh
From the December 2023 issue
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.
View ProjectFrom the October 2022 issue
An elevated version of a classic plaid design; this wrap is knit using stranded colorwork in two colors of worsted weight yarn. The wrap is then embellished with fringe and french knot embroidery. The completed wrap is set off with an antique-style cabled belt and fabric backing, to create the perfect fall or winter accessory.
View ProjectFrom the October 2022 issue
This eye-catching wrap features colorful marled circles that are an easy alternative to intarsia colorwork. Here’s how it works: rather than using separate bobbins for each area of color, the main color is carried throughout the entire pattern and is marled together with the contrasting yarn of each circle. The end result is a gorgeous wrap that will be treasured for years to come.
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Color outside the lines and try on a new hue this season. The body of this tank top is worked flat, with a single side seam, from the bottom up. Short rows are employed to create the asymmetrical hem. A perfect nod to the coastal views, this soft tank is a must for summer adventures.
View ProjectFrom the August 2021 issue
This lovely scarf is reversible with wrapped cluster puff stitches set against a background of marled seed stitch. This particular pattern has the puff stitches arranged in diagonal accent stripes, but they can easily be rearranged into an all-over pattern, horizontal stripes or any design that the knitter chooses. The pink and cream yarns create a soft, subtle contrast between the puff stitches and the textured background, but it would be simple to achieve a bolder look by using colors that contrast more strongly. The selvedge stitches of the scarf are worked as twisted slip-stitches for neat edges and the twisted fringe is added with a crochet hook after knitting for a decorative finish.
View ProjectFrom the June 2021 issue
Rosado is a light scarf with delicate eyelet details on the ends. This scarf is the answer to cool summer morning walks and evening moonlit strolls. With a clean and elegant look, this scarf is bound to become a daily wear in your wardrobe when paired with your tee, tank, or evening dress. The scarf is highly customizable based on the yarn amount you have on hand and makes for a great one-skein project!
View ProjectFrom the October 2020 issue
This cable hat is a relaxing and simple design that makes for a fuss-free knit if you’re newer to color changes and cables. It’s also a great pattern to have on hand for a quick gift for yourself or for a loved one.
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A sleek design, with clear and crisp lines, Marisol will be a great addition to your beachy wardrobe, when spending an evening at the seashore with a glass of wine.
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