D-light Sweater - test knitter's projects

The biggest satisfaction in designing knitting garments is the possibility to connect with talented people from all over the world and work together on the final stage of the pattern. So today, I am happy to share many beautiful versions of the D-light sweater knitted by my great test knitting team. Their projects, made with different yarns and in different colour combinations, show the beauty of the design, give ideas how to wear this garment as well as provide some ideas on possible modifications.

I encourage you to visit everyone’s pages for a potion of inspiration (links, Ravelry and Instagram names provided under each project) and to give some love to their other beautiful projects.

Huge thanks to my great test knitting team for their fantastic help with the pattern check and update! 

Let us start. 

1. D-light sweater from Deborah, size 3-4 years. Ravelry ID: DebMR

The sweater knitted with Cherub DK Multis from Cascade Yarns. Knitted in such pretty pink colourway, sweater makes perfect addition to the wardrobe of little fashionista. 

" The color name is princess purple, perfect for a 3 year old! Very pretty pattern, I’m enjoying a new way of creating bobbles, it’s surprisingly easy. "

2. D-light sweater from Denise, size 5-6 years. Ravelry ID: 62denise Instagram ID: denise_knit

Denise knitted the sweater in size 5-6 years for gorgeous granddaughter. She used beautiful alpaca lyocell yarn blend in pretty terracotta shade.  

" Lace was very easy to follow, good project for someone new to lace..." 

3. D-light sweater from Renata, size 2-3 years. Ravelry ID: grankaG Instagram ID: grankag

Living in Japan in warmer climate, Renata often goes for short sleeved version of my designs and uses really pretty colour options. This time she used beautiful blue-yellow combo in colours of Ukrainian flag.  Also, she has modified the design for knitting in the round.

" A beautiful lacy summer knit for a girl, with Ukraine colors as I’m praying for Ukraine…

The design is well thought out, the two smaller sizes have only lace panels one and three, with even more ornate detail added by lace panel two in the larger sizes. It’s written up as piecework, and the seams will give the garment a good lasting shape. Raglans make it an easy to wear, comfy fit...."

4. D-light sweater from Lucy, size 5-6 years. Ravelry ID: lucygoosey3 Instagram ID: cottagewitch.knits

Knitted in cropped length, this sweater was a great success and perfect addition to the wardrobe of little fashionista. Lucy's gorgeous daughter could not wait for the finishing touches and was ready wearing her new sweater even without neck band - it is the greatest compliment to mom's knitting as well as to the design. Just look at this adorable smile! 

"... The cropped length is perfect for wearing over dresses, as my kiddo loves to do. She didn’t want to give it back so I could finish it, so I call that a raging success."

5. D-light sweater from Susan, size 13-14 years. Ravelry ID: susanet 

Susan knitted her sweater for her daughter with merino wool in pretty deep grey colour.  She added a few extra inches to sweater's body length so it is easy to combine with any outfit and for longer wearing. 

This happy smile is worth a million  words! 

6. D-light sweater from Yangchen, size 5-6 years.  Ravelry ID: Ihamoyangchen Instgram ID: yangchenknits

Yangchen decided to knit this sweater for her handsome little gentleman in bright yellow colour. She used tubular bind off for perfect neck finishing and the result is outstanding!

" ... Completed the test knit project. Loved the output. The measurements are as per the pattern except the length. I increased the length by 5 cm"

7. D-light sweater from Denise, size 7-8 years. Ravelry ID: denisemknits

I love how this model looks in sage green. Denise is also opted for a slightly longer length, which is always good decision for kids who grow way to fast and most garments last no longer than one season. 

8. D-light sweater from Mary, size 7-8 years. Ravelry ID: Marysaknitter  Instagram ID: maryincorfu

Knitted in light grey, the sweater has classic length and perfect finishing! 

9. D-light sweater from Anne, size 5-6 years. Ravelry ID: marcntomsmum 

Anne knitted this sweater for her lovely granddaughter and already has an order from her 8 years old cousin - what a success! Sweater knitted with yarn is Cygnet Silkaress DK in beautiful blue colour.

10. D-light sweater from Aml, size 2-3 years. Ravelry ID: Fullacrafts

Aml knitted the raglan for the first time and she has done this perfectly! Sweater in light violet would make a perfect addition to the wardrobe of little person. 

" Loved the pattern so much easy steps. The decorative pattern in the front is beautiful and elegant..." 

I hope you enjoyed seeing so many beautiful projects as much as I did! 

Knitting pattern for D-light sweater written for sizes from 18-24 months up to 15 -16 years and is available from Ravelry and Lovecraft. 

To see some behind the scene photos you can follow me on Instagram.

You are also welcome to join my Facebook knitting group to share your work and get some help with my patterns.

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Spring Knit Along with ViTalina Craft

Join my Spring Knit Along with ViTalina Craft! 

I am happy to announce my very first Knit Along, where we are going to knit four of my spring/summer designs for children and adults. The event takes place in my Facebook group Knitting and Crochet with ViTalina Craft. It lasts for 6 weeks starting from the 1st May, 2022.

During this KAL, we knit four of my summer designs together. They are as follows:

1. Talea Tunic – children design for sizes from 9-12 months up to 1-14 years

2. Talea Tee – summer top for both children and adults; sizes from 2-4 years to 2XL

3. Daisy chain sweater – summer top for children; sizes 9-12 months to 14-15 years

4. Glamrock tee – adult top for sizes XS to 3XL

I have created a mood board on Pinterest where you can see some finished projects in pretty colourways and colour combination (Talea tunic is perfect for playing with yarn shades).

All those patterns are available from Ravelry with 20% discount with code SKAL20. The discount valid until 31st May. If you would like to knit another pattern please let me know and I’ll add the discount for it too.

I plan to knit a Talea Tunic and Daisy chain sweater first. I will share my progress, knitting tips and answer the questions if you need some help. 

As it is my very first KAL, please help to run it smoothly. If you have any advice or ideas please share.

You can find all my patterns on Ravelry.

To join KAL please head to Knitting and Crochet with ViTalina Craft 

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