Verve Hat and Cowl set

Happy knitting! I'm so happy to share my latest knitted design - Verve Hat and Cowl set.

The set is knitted with variegated yarn which is a bit tricky to work with. Some stitches do not look good on this type of yarn. Originally, I wanted to knit a set with simple cables. But cables were almost invisible in this shade. So I've decided to stick to very simple and easy to knit stitch to show the beauty of the yarn

Verve hat and cowl set is perfect pair of accessories for cold autumn/winter days. The cowl is designed to be worn around shoulders over the coat or jacket.

Both hat and cowl are knitted in the round on circular needles in combination of reverse stockinette stitch and vertical rows of slipped stitches. The cowl is decorated with I-cord tie which is inserted into top part of cowl.

This warm and comfortable set is knitted wit multi coloured yarn Malabrigo Washted in shade Archangel.

Knitting pattern for Verve Hat and cowl set is knitted for all sizes from baby through adult and available from Etsy, Ravelry and LoveCrafts

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Arlet vest - Test knitter's projects

Happy knitting everyone! Testing of adult garments is always some kind of challenge for myself as I really struggle to find those who are ready to jump into adult size project. But this time I was really lucky with testing of my Arlet vest.

So today I can't wait to share absolutely gougers projects from my test knitting team. Please visit their pages to see more beautiful photos and enjoy them as much as I do.

1. Arlet vest from Carol. Ravelry ID: Isitiknit  Instagram ID: sitabitnknit

Yarn used: Cloudborn Fibers Limited Edition Alpaca Worsted
Size knitted: S

2. Arlet vest from Ludmila. Ravelry ID: MilaKnitter

Size knitted: M

3. Arlet vest from Sandy. Ravelry ID: SpinningSandy Instagram ID: sandy.alders

Yarn used: King Cole Drifter Super Soft Double Knit
Size knitted: M

4. Arlet vest from Stefania. Ravelry ID: steffistorch Instagram ID: steffistorch
Stefania has knitted a sweater with sleeves! I love it so much and really want to make one for myself too :)

Knitting patter for Arlet vest is available from Ravelry and LoveCrafts

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Arlet Vest

I’m happy to share the result of my recent collaboration with Eden Cottage Yarn. It is local UK yarn company which produce gorgeous hand dyed yarn is small batches. They have got a beautiful selection of yarn for all knitter’s need from lace weight yarn for shawls to chunky yarn for warm and cozy winter knits.
So here is my Arlet vest designed with absolutely beautiful Hayton DK in shade Woodland. This yarn creates perfect drapery fabric which doesn’t change or fade after washing.

I wanted to make a perfect sleeveless vest which can be worn with wide range of clothing as a top layer. I think I’ve reached my goal. I knitted this vest with about 20cm of positive ease which makes it relly comfortable to wear 

The design of Arlet vest is simple and elegant. It features dropped shoulders, little insert pocket at front, split hem and longer back. Also, the front of vest is decorated with beautiful cable.

Front and back of vest are knitted separately bottom up starting with broken rib. After front and back are completed and shoulder seams are sewn the stitches are picked up for neck and armholes finishing.

Knitting pattern for Arlet vest is available from Ravelry and LoveCrafts

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E-motion Poncho – Test knitter’s projects

Happy knitting everyone! Today I’d like to share poncho projects from my test knitting team. This time my test knitters were more creative with their projects than myself and made some ponchos in beautiful colour combos and with some unexpected decorations. 

I really in love with each project and hope you will adore them too! :)

1. E-motion poncho from Roseline. Ravelry ID: emmelav

The poncho is knitted in two contrasting shades and decorated with diamond shape buttons. As a decoration two buttons were attached to the front. 

Yarm used: De vRerumNatura Gilliatt 

Size knitted: 4-6 years 

2. E-motion poncho from Ksenia. Ravelry ID: vasilka-knit   Instagram ID: vasilka_knit

The poncho is knitted in one shade but look at the I-cord bind off around the ribbing finishing! It provides extra neat and beautiful finish to the poncho.

Yarn used: Nako Superlambs Special

Size knitted: 11-13 years

3. E-motion poncho from Ulrica. Ravelry ID: Ulaninen   Instagram ID: ullrikastar

Another beautiful colour combo. Poncho is knitted in two shades of blue with I-cord bind off finishing and decorated with buttons in skeleton shape! 

Yarn used: Rowan Tweed

Size knitted: 8-10 years

4. E-motion poncho from Jessica. Ravelry ID: krazyjak

This poncho is knitted with multi coloured yarn in beautiful shade Valentine. Look at this beautiful little model! She is even wearing a pair of matching glasses. 

Yarn used: Lorna's Laces Shepherd Worsted Multi

Size knitted: 8-10 years

5. E-motion poncho from Micky. Ravelry ID: AstyKnits

Poncho is knitted in beautiful grey colour and decorated with wooden buttons. Look how excited this little model with her new poncho. 

Yarn used: Berroco Vintage

Size knitted: 6-7 years

6. E-motion poncho from Rebecca. Ravelry ID: Emily37 Instagram ID: em_crafty
Poncho is knitted in taupe shade for such a gorgeous little Lady :)) 
Size knitted 2-3 years

7. E-motion poncho from Shu. Ravelry ID: Wengshufen.

Poncho is knitted in multi coloured yarn in blue shades. 

Yarn used: Soft Feather S372 Fantasy

Size knitted: 6-7 years

Knitting pattern for E-motion poncho is available from Etsy, Ravelry and LoveCrafts

Also the knitting pattern for E-motion poncho has been nominated for pattern of the month at LoveCrafts. If you like my pattern, please vote for it by clicking on the heart. You need to be logged in to your account in order for your vote to register.

The winner gets a badge on it saying "Pattern of the Month". I would really appreciate if you could share it with your friends too! To vote please follow the link to LoveCrafts

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E-motion poncho for children and adults

Recently I’ve been busy working on a new poncho design for Mary Maxim yarn company. The main goal was to design a comfortable universal garment for both children and adults. So please welcome my E-motion Poncho.

E-motion Poncho is cozy oversized garment which is knitted back and forth in combination of Stockinette and Grid stitches. The poncho is designed with positive ease about 25 cm/ 10 inches, dip dropped shoulders and comfortable hood.

The back of poncho is longer than front for extra warms and comfort. Also the poncho is decorated with little pocket at front. Back and front of poncho are knitted separately. After the shoulder seams are completed the stitches are picked up for hood and edge band. The edge band is knitted in the round in ribbing.

The poncho is knitted with Mary Maxim Natural Alpaca Tweed in shade Grey

Knitting pattern for E-motion poncho is available from Etsy, Ravelry and LoveCrafts

The knitting kits with original yarn are available from Mary Maxim

Also the knitting pattern for E-motion poncho has been nominated for pattern of the month at LoveCrafts. If you like my pattern, please vote for it by clicking on the heart. You need to be logged in to your account in order for your vote to register.
The winner gets a badge on it saying "Pattern of the Month". I would really appreciate if you could share it with your friends too! To vote please follow the link to LoveCrafts

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