Knitting Adventures

New year, new start, new patterns...please welcome Angel Fish skirt!

2012-01-26T14:38:00.000-08:00

What a difference moving a bit away from the west coast makes! Winters here are real, white, cold, and gray.... Looks like I have been on a quest to create colorful designs just to brighten the winter up!

Here is my new design, Angel Fish Skirt.

Skirts and dresses are what my little girl loveswearing the most. After creating Tropical Fish Skirt I thought it would beappropriate to keep with the theme of beautiful tropical lagoons, colorfulfish, and unusual shapes for this particular skirt too. Here it is, Angel FishSkirt, for my own and yours little singing and dancing fishes.

The pattern is written for theworsted weight yarn; however you can use custom worksheet to use any otherweight yarns.

The skirt is available as a stand alone pattern or a part of the Itty Bitty ebook in progress.
More info on the ebook can be found here:http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/itty-bitty-pool

Sizes available and Yardage Info:

When choosing a size, please do not rely solely onage categories. Measure your child, and choose the appropriate size based onthe actual waist measurement, then use custom worksheet to knit to the lengthyou desire.

Noteon skirt length: yarn behavesdifferently when knitted sideways; please make sure that you block your gaugesample slightly stretching it sideways to simulate wearing. You can alsocustomize the skirt length by following a customworksheet on pages 8-10.

Sizes	Waist	Skirt Length	MC yardage (yds/m)	CC Yardage (yds/m)
9m	18”/46 cm	7”/18 cm	150/137	80/73
*12m*	19”/48.5 cm	8”/20.5 cm	190/173	100/92
*18-24m*	20"/51 cm	10”/25.5 cm	220/202	110/101
*2-3T*	21"/53.5 cm	12”/30.5 cm	300/275	120/110
*4-5T*	22"/56 cm	15”/38 cm	380/347	130/118
*6 years old*	23”/58.5 cm	16”/40.5 cm	430/393	135/123
*7-8 year old*	24"/61 cm	17”/43.5 cm	480/439	145/133
*8-10 year old*	25"/ 63.5 cm	18”/46 cm	520/475	150/137
*10-11 year old*	26"/66 cm	19”/48.5 cm	570/521	155/142
*11-13year old*	27"/68.5 cm	20”/51 cm	620/567	160/146
*13-14 years old*	28”/71 cm	21”/53.5 cm	670/612	170/155

Materials:

US #7/4.5 mm circularneedles (40, 60 or 80 cm) or size to obtain gauge;

3 mm crochet hook forprovisional cast on (optional);

1 stitch marker toindicate the beginning of the round;

3-6 stitch markers toindicate the short rows placement (optional);

½-¾ inch wide elasticband (actual length required = actual waist measurement – 2 inches);

Safety pin;

Any 10 ply (worstedweight) variegated yarn with long color stretches.

Gauge for 10 ply yarn(worsted): 19-20sts and 25-26 rows in 4 inches in stockinette stitch on 4.5 mm needles orneedle size to obtain gauge.

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $5.00 CAD

Ebook is $18.00 CAD

Hugs and Kisses Winter Set

2012-01-18T17:19:00.000-08:00

We are having such a cold spell here right now, the temperatures dropped to -18C during the day and to -27C during the night. When I was working on this colorful set in September, that is the weather I ahd in mind.
The bright colors are perfect for all the white and gray around us. And the colorwork makes the hat and scarf especially warm and cozy.
Maya is wearing her cowl together with her scarf to make her little face warm!

The pattern is available for free on Petite Purls website and is part of their Winter 2011/2012 issue: Hugs and Kisses Winter Set

You can view projects made on ravelry. com

Enjoy!

Cinnamon Errata

2011-12-22T19:39:00.000-08:00

I have just recently updated my pattern Cinnamon, and it was brought to my attention that the Row 5 instruction is missing. I am not really sure how it disappeared, but I must have deleted it accidentally during the massive pattern update.

Row 5 (WS) Instructions should read:

Right Front: k4, p1, slipm,
Sleeves and Back: p1, purl purls and knit knits, if in doubt look at the RS, p1, slipm,
Left Front: p1, k4

Paprika

2011-12-21T02:29:00.000-08:00

I have fallen in love with contiguous set in sleeve method that was developed by Susie Myers. I can envision so many designs, but can only work on a few at the time.

I have used this method to create my last design, Paprika, for my "Spice Girls" ebook.

I want to thank my wonderful test knitters, without whom this pattern would never be possible!

Spice Girls ebook is a collection of cardigans designed for everyday wear, and as a part of the Spice Collection, Paprika brings a little unique spice all of its own.

Paprika features some simple cables that look intricate but are very easy to execute, a hood, and interesting closures. It is completely seamless; it is knit from top down and requires very minimal finishing. Paprika is worked flat apart from 2 rows to finish the sleeves.

Contiguous set-in sleeves technique allows shoulder shaping and creating set-in sleeves without using short rows. Sleeves are worked at the same time as the rest of the vest.

Written instructions are very detailed (32 pages!), and are broken into a few size groups. Please read the pattern, and to save ink and paper print only what you need for your size.

Table of content:

General Info: pages 2-3;
Abbreviations and Pattern Notes: pages 4-5;
Set up for all sizes: page 6;
Shaping sizes 6m-24m: pages 7-9;
Shaping sizes 3T to 6-7: pages 10-12;
Shaping sizes 8-9 and up: pages 13-16;
Underarm shaping for all sizes: pages 17-18;
Skirt for all sizes: pages 19-20;
Hemline/Sleeves/Hood/Edging: pages 21-22;
Finishing Touches and Button Closures: page 23;
References: page 24;
Copyright/Acknowledgements/Contact Info: page 25;
Charts:
Sizes 6m-24m: pages 26-27;
Sizes 3T to 6-7: pages 28-29;
Sizes 8-9 and up: 30-32.

Paprika is available in a big range of sizes: 6 months - 14 year old. Here is detailed info on sizes and yardage needed.

Paprika is designed with heavy dk or light worsted yarn in mind.

Pattern gauge is 20 sts and 26 rows in 4x4 inch square in stockinette stitch with 4 mm needles.

Size	Chest Measurement	Armhole Depth	Yardage (yds/m)
6m	17”/43.5 cm	3.5”/9 cm	310/284
9m	18”/46 cm	3.75”/9.5 cm	330/302
12m	19”/48.5 cm	3.75”/9.5 cm	370/338
18m	20"/50.5 cm	4.0”/10.5 cm	400/366
24m	21"/ 53 cm	4.25”/11 cm	460/421
3T	22"/56 cm	4.5”/11.5 cm	520/475
4T	23"/58.5 cm	4.75”/12 cm	570/521
5T	24"/61 cm	4.75”/12 cm	600/549
6-7	25”/ 63.5 cm	5.0”/13 cm	650/594
8-9	26”/ 66 cm	5.5”/14 cm	700/640
9-10	27”/ 68.5 cm	6.0”/15.5 cm	850/777
10-12	29”/ 73.5 cm	6.25”/16 cm	970/887
12-14	30”/76 cm	6.75”/17.5 cm	1100/1006

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $7.00 CAD

Ebook is $18.00 CAD

Catching up with new designs - Paint Me a Sweater

2011-11-18T16:06:00.001-08:00

I am so happy to say that one of my designs was published by Petite Purls magazine this past September. However due to a website issue that Petite Purls was having, I did not post sooner. It seems that the issue has been resolved.

Here it is, PAINT ME A SWEATER

Sizes and measurements:

Child 2T [4T, 6, 8, 10]
Shown in size 4

Chest: 23 [25, 27, 29, 31] inches
Length: 15 [16½, 18½, 20½, 22½] inches

Maya was such a good sport during the picture taking. It was mid summer, super hot, but she did not complain.

I have used an amazing yarn by Family Roots, Gaia organic merino worsted. It is so yummy soft and so beautifully hand painted by Lyndsay. You can find more info on the yarns Lindsay offers on ravelry, HERE.

More projects:

Happy knitting everyone!

First Snow

2011-11-07T15:51:00.000-08:00

It is a first day of snow! Real fluffy snow! It has been snowing all day and boy did we have fun.
Just couple of days ago our gorgeous front yard tree looked like this:

Now it looks like this:

Maya said she had the best day ever. We made a snowman, snow angels. Maya got a ride home on a toboggan all the way from school.And of course Maya had to eat and roll in snow!

Tomboy Cardigan

2011-10-26T13:24:00.000-07:00

Don't you love it when you put two and two together and get a perfect answer? It was exactly the case for my design idea and Contiguous Sleeves method developed by Susie Myers.

Please welcome my unisex design, Tomboy Cardigan, published by Classic Elite yarns in Web Letter Issue 214.

Skill Level: Intermediate
SIZES
Child 2T (4T, 6, 8, 10). Shown in size 4T.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Chest: 22¾ (25¼, 27¼, 28½, 30½)”, buttoned
YARN
Chesapeake by Classic Elite Yarns, Verde Collection
(50% organic cotton, 50% merino; 50 g = approx 103 yards)
4 (4, 6, 6, 7) balls 5925, Tokyo Rose
NEEDLES
Circular needle (24”) in size US 7 (4.5 mm) or size to obtain gauge.
Knitting needles in size US 6 (4 mm) for neck finishing
Double pointed needles (dpns) in sizes US 6 and 7 (4 and 4.5 mm) for sleeves
OTHER MATERIALS
4 Stitch markers
Waste yarn or stitch holders
6 (6, 7, 7, 8) ¾” buttons
GAUGE
20 sts and 26 rows = 4” in St st using larger needle. Take time to save time, check your gauge.

TomboyVest/Cardigan is completely seamless and is worked from top down using“contiguous set-in sleeves” technique, that allows shoulder shaping and set-insleeves shaping without using short rows. Sleeves are worked at the same time as the rest of the vest.

The published version of the pattern only has one option, what you see is what you get. However, the original design had options for sleeveless vest, for long sleeved cardigan, and for some simple cable work. I am posting all those options here for those that are looking to customize their garment.

Sleeveless Vest Version:

Work as per pattern to the point where you have to rearrange markers.

All sizes: Move your stitch markers to have the followingstitch count between markers:

2T:13/6/45/6/13

4T:13/6/47/6/13

6:14/6/51/6/14

8:14/6/53/6/14

10:15/6/57/6/15

Then, follow this instructions:

RIGHT FRONT SHAPING:

Sizes 2T – 6 only:

Row 1 (RS): work in pattern, and at theend of this row cast on 13 (15, 17) sts for right front. Cast on stitches will form seed stitch buttonband and continue into the ribbing.

Row 2 (WS): Turn your work, then seedstitch first 5 sts [(k1, p1) x2, k1], (k2, p2) x3, k2, purl to the stitchmarker, put the next 6 sts between the markers on hold.

Row 3 (RS): Turn your work again and knitto last 19 sts, (p2, k2) x3, p2, (k1, p1) x2, k1.

Row 4 (WS): Turn your work, then seedstitch 5 sts, (k2, p2) x3, k2, purl to the end.

Row 5 (RS, first buttonholerow for girls only):work in pattern to last 5 sts, then k1, p1, yo, p2tog, k1. All otherbuttonholes are worked in this manner every 2 (2.5, 2.5) inches apart or onevery 14^th (18^th, 18^th) row.

Row 6 (WS): work in pattern

Sizes 8 and 10 only:

Row 1 (RS): kfb, work in pattern to thelast sts, kfb

Row 2 (WS): K2 (size 8)and k1 (size 10), work in pattern to the first stitch marker, put the next 6sts on hold, turn your work.

Row 3(RS): work in pattern on rightfront to the last stitch, kfb.

Row 4 (WS): p1, k2 (size 8) and k2 (size10), purl to the end.

Row 5 (RS): work in pattern, and at theend of this row cast on 16 (17) sts for right front. Cast on stitches will form seed stitch buttonband and continue into the ribbing.

Row 6 (WS): Turn your work, then seedstitch first 5 sts [(k1, p1) x2, k1], (k2, p2) x3, k2, purl to the end.

Row 7 (RS): Turn your work again andknit to last 19 sts, (p2, k2) x3, p2, (k1, p1) x2, k1.

Row 8 (WS): Turn your work, then seedstitch 5 sts, (k2, p2) x3, k2, purl to the end.

Row 9 (RS, first buttonholerow for girls only):work in pattern to last 5 sts, then k1, p1, yo, p2tog, k1. All otherbuttonholes are worked in this manner every 2.5 (3) inches apart or on every 18^th(22^nd) row.

Row 10 (WS): work in pattern

All sizes: Continue working in theestablished pattern for another 16 (18, 20, 18, 22) rows

Underarmshaping:

Row 1(RS): k1, m1, pattern to the end

Row 2(WS): purl

Repeatthese two rows 3(4, 4, 4, 4) more times. 4 (5, 5, 5, 5) stitches added to theright front.

Break yarn. Slip stitches onto the wasteyarn/holder.

LEFT FRONT SHAPING:

Slipleft front stitches onto the right needle; put the next 6 sts between markerson hold. Turn your work so that the WS faces you, attach yarn.

Sizes 2T – 6 only:

Row 1 (WS): work in pattern, and at theend of this row cast on 13 (15, 17) sts for left front. Cast on stitches will form seed stitch buttonband and continue into the ribbing.

Row 2 (RS): Turn your work, then seedstitch first 5 sts [(k1, p1) x2, k1], (p2, k2) x3, p2, knit to the end.

Row 3 (WS): Turn your work again and purlto last 19 sts, (k2, p2) x3, k2, (k1, p1) x2, k1.

Row 4 (RS): Turn your work, then seedstitch 5 sts, (p2, k2) x3, p2, knit to the end.

Row 5 (WS): work in pattern

Row 6 (RS, first buttonholerow for boys only):k1, p1, yo, p2tog, k1, work in pattern to the end. All other buttonholes areworked in this manner every 2 (2.5, 2.5) inches apart or on every 14^th(18^th, 18^th) row.

Sizes 8 and 10 only:

Row 1 (WS): work in pattern to the end

Row 2 (RS): kfb, work in pattern to the end

Row 3 (WS): work in pattern to the end, andat the end of this row cast on 16 (17) sts for left front. Cast on stitches will form seed stitch buttonband and continue into the ribbing.

Row 4 (RS): seed stitch first 5 sts[(k1, p1) x2, k1], (p2, k2) x3, p2, knit to the end.

Row 5 (WS): purl to last 19 sts, (k2, p2)x3, k2, (k1, p1) x2, k1.

Row 6 (RS): as row 4

Row 7 (WS): as row 5

Row 8 (RS, first buttonholerow for boys only):k1, p1, yo, p2tog, k1, work in pattern to the end. All other buttonholes areworked in this manner every 2.5 (3) inches apart or on every 18^th(22^nd) row.

Row 9 (WS): work in pattern

All sizes: Continue working in theestablished pattern for another 15 (17, 19, 18, 22) rows.

Underarm shaping:

Row 1(RS): knit to 1 sts before theend, m1, k1

Row 2(WS): purl

Repeatthese two rows 3(4, 4, 4, 4) more times. 4 (5, 5, 5, 5) stitches added to theright front.

Do not breakyarn. Slipstitches onto the waste yarn/holder.

BACKSHAPING:

(WS): attach new ball of yarn andwork the back stitches in stockinette stitch for the next 21 (23, 25, 27, 31)rows total, ending with WS.

Underarmshaping:

Row 1(RS): k1, m1, knit to 1 stitchbefore the end of the row, m1, k1

Row 2(WS): purl

Repeatthese two rows 3 (4, 4, 4, 4) more times. 8 (10, 10, 10, 10) stitches added tothe back.

Break yarn. Slip stitches onto the wasteyarn/holder.

Joining fronts and backtogether:

(RS):Starting from the left front, work in pattern across the left front, cast on 3(4, 4, 6, 6) sts, work across the back piece, cast on 3 (4, 4 6, 6) sts, workin pattern across the right front.

Totalstitch count should be: 119 (131, 141, 147, 159) sts.

Work the rest as per pattern.

SLEEVES:

1. Vest

Transfer6 sleeves stitches from holder to a spare set of needles. Then using smaller sized needles and startingfrom the middle of the underarm, attach yarn and pick up 3 sts for every 4 rowsaround the armholes, knitting 6 sleeves stitches as you come to them. Placemarker at the middle of the underarm, and join for knitting in the round.

For 2x2 rib finish: On your next round, adjustnumber of stitches to be a multiple of 4. Then work in 2x2 rib for ~1 inch. Bind off inpattern.

For seed stitch finish: On your next round, adjustnumber of stitches to be an odd number. Then work in seed stitch for ~1 inch. Bind off in pattern.

2. Long Sleeves

Short sleeved vest/long sleeved cardigan:

Transfer32 (34, 36, 40, 42) sleeve sts from holder/waste yarn onto smaller sizedneedles.

For 2x2 ribfinish:Attach yarn, and pick up 6 (8, 10, 10, 10) sts at the underarm area. Placemarker in the center of the underarm, and join for knitting in the round.Stitch count should be 38 (42, 46, 50, 52) sts.

Decrease round: k1, skp, knit to 3 stsbefore the marker, k2tog, k1.

Stitchcount should be 36 (40, 44, 48, 50) sts.

For long sleeves:work in stockinette stitch, repeating decrease rnd 2 (4, 4, 4, 5) more timesevery 2 inches. Work in pattern till sleeve measures about 7 (9, 10, 11, 12)inches from the underarm.

Sleevecuff: Change to smaller needles and work in 2x2 rib for ~1.5 inches. Bind offin pattern.

For seed stitchfinish: Attach yarn, and pick up 5 (7,7, 9, 9) sts. Total stitch count should be 37 (41, 43, 49, 51) sts. Work inseed stitch for ~ 1-1.5 inches. Bind off in pattern.

Decrease round: k1, skp, knit to 3 stsbefore the marker, k2tog, k1.

Stitchcount should be 35 (39, 41, 47, 49) sts.

For long sleeves:work in stockinette stitch, repeating decrease rnd 2 (4, 4, 4, 5) more timesevery 2 inches. Work in pattern till sleeve measures about 7 (9, 10, 11, 12)inches from the underarm.

Sleevecuff: Change to smaller needles and work in seed stitch for ~1.5 inches. Bindoff in pattern.

CABLE CHARTS:

You can start your cables after you have cast on front stitches and worked for at least few rows (0.5-1 inch).

Each cable repeat is 16 rows. Repeat it 2-3 times or more, if desired.

Left Front Cables mirror Right Front Cables.

Written cable instructions:

Left Front Cables:

Row 1 (RS): p2, 2/1 LPC, 2/1 RPC, p2, k2, p2.
Row 2 (WS): k2, p2, k3, p4, k3.
Row 3 (RS): p3, 2/2 RC, p3, k2, p2.
Row 4 (WS): k2, p2, k3, p4, k3.
Row 5 (RS): p2, 2/1 RPC, 2/1 LPC, p2, k2, p2.
Row 6 (WS): [k2, p2] x 3, k2.
Row 7 (RS): [p2, k2] x 3, p2.
Row 8 (WS): [k2, p2] x 3, k2.
Row 9 (RS): p2, k2, p2, 2/1 LPC, 2/1 RPC, p2.
Row 10 (WS): k3, p4, k3, p2, k2.
Row 11 (RS): p2, k2, p3, 2/2 RC, p3.
Row 12 (WS): k3, p4, k3, p2, k2.
Row 13 (RS): p2, k2, p2, 2/1 RPC, 2/1 LPC, p2.
Row 14 (WS): [k2, p2] x 3, k2.
Row 15 (RS): [p2, k2] x 3, p2.
Row 16 (WS): [k2, p2] x 3, k2.

Right Front Cables:

Row 1 (RS): p2, k2, p2, 2/1 LPC, 2/1 RPC, p2.
Row 2 (WS): k3, p4, k3, p2, k2.
Row 3 (RS): p2, k2, p3, 2/2 RC, p3.
Row 4 (WS): k3, p4, k3, p2, k2.
Row 5 (RS): p2, k2, p2, 2/1 RPC, 2/1 LPC, p2.
Row 6 (WS): [k2, p2] x 3, k2.
Row 7 (RS): [p2, k2] x 3, p2.
Row 8 (WS): [k2, p2] x 3, k2.
Row 9 (RS): p2, 2/1 LPC, 2/1 RPC, p2, k2, p2.
Row 10 (WS): k2, p2, k1, p1, k1, p4, k3.
Row 11 (RS): p3, 2/2 RC, p3, k2, p2.
Row 12 (WS): k2, p2, k3, p4, k3.
Row 13 (RS): p2, 2/1 RPC, 2/1 LPC, p2, k2, p2.
Row 14 (WS): [k2, p2] x 3, k2.
Row 15 (RS): [p2, k2] x 3, p2.
Row 16 (WS): [k2, p2] x 3, k2.

KEY:

k=knit;
p = purl;
2/2 RC = slip 2 sts to cable needle, hold to the back, k2, then k2 from cable needle;
2/2 LC = slip 2 sts to cable needle, hold at front, k2, then k2 from cable needle;
2/1 RPC = slip 1 st to cable needle, hold to back, k2, then p1 from cable needle;
2/1 LPC = slip 2 sts to cable needle, hold at front, p1, then k2 from cable needle.

Color Me Pretty Series

2011-10-03T18:35:00.000-07:00

Every year fall brings lots of rain and days of gray. Even now, it has been raining heavily for the last few days. Anticipating all this bleak weather to come, I was working on a colorful series of garments -Color Me Pretty, for this fall/winter.

Please welcome my first garment, a Color Me Pretty Skirt. I had so much fun working on these designs, blending colors, creating patterns, and of course knitting it all up. I hope you will find your project as enjoyable.

My little girlloves skirts and dresses of all kinds, and is very attracted to bright funcolors. She likes mixing and matchingdifferent color yarns I have laying about everywhere, and has been requestinga rainbow colored skirt made from the color combinations she picked.

I have used 8 different contrast colors to create a gradual rainbow effect. You can use more, if you wish! Here is another skirt with just 3 contrast colors for a more somber look.

SIZES:

Child 2T[4T, 6,8, 10] (shown in size 4T)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Waist: 21[23, 24,25, 26.5] inches

Length: 9[11, 13,15, 17] inches

MATERIALS:

[MC] Cascade yarns 220 Superwash [100%wool; 220 yd/201 m per 100 g skein]; color: 815;1[2, 2, 3, 3] skeins

Note on CC:you will need as little as 4-8 gr of each color.

[CC] Tanis Fiber Arts Yellow Label DK weight[100% merino; 260 yd/238 m per 115 g skein];

Color A: Cobalt;1[1, 1, 1, 1] skeins;

Color B: Peacock;1[1, 1, 1, 1] skeins;

Color C: Seabreeze;1[1, 1, 1, 1] skeins

Color D: Lemongrass;1[1, 1, 1, 1] skeins

Color E: Buttercup;1[1, 1, 1, 1] skeins

Color F: Orange Blossom; 1[1, 1, 1, 1] skeins

Color G: Poppy;1[1, 1, 1, 1] skeins

Color H: Jewel;1[1, 1, 1, 1] skeins

Recommendedneedle size:

1 24-inch US #6/4 mmcircular needle

Smaller sizeswill require 1 20-inch US#6/4 mm circular needles for the upper portion of theskirt.

1 24-inch US#7/4.5 mm circular needle.

Larger sizes maywish to use 1 32-inch US #7/4.5 mm circular needles for lower portion of theskirt.

Notions required:

Crochet hook US4/ 3.5 mm (optional);

Elastic band 0.5-0.75inches wide (19, 20, 21, 22, 24) inches long;

1 stitch markercolor A;

4 stitch markerscolor B;

Darning needle.

GAUGE

21 sts/27 rows = 4" in stockinette stitch with US #6/4mm needles knitted in the round;

21-22 sts/28 rows = 4" in Fair Isle pattern stitch withUS #7/4.5 mm needles knitted in the round

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $5.00 CAD

Belle Skirt

2011-08-15T17:08:00.000-07:00

I am finally allowed to post about my first ever publication! This one is scheduled to go live in web-letter from Classic Elite Yarns as of tomorrow, Aug 16th.

Watch for it here (issue 204) : http://www.classiceliteyarns.com/WebLetter/204/Issue204.php and on http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/belle-skirt

and the design.....is a girly princess-like skirt!

The pattern will be available for free and just in time for school! It is made from worsted weight cotton and will be perfect for the fall.

The skirt is entirely seamless and is worked from top down. It has short rows to allow an even all around fit/length.

Sizes available: 2T, 4T, 6, 8, 10

I am looking forward to seeing your skirts for your little princesses!

Cyclades Vest

2011-08-15T16:46:00.000-07:00

I have started working on new ebook series "Sun and Sand". The idea is to create comfy garments from cool and crisp fibers for summer and spring. The ebook will be a work in progress for the next few months, and if all goes according to plan will be complete with 7 patterns.

Right now ebook has 3 complete designs: Sand Dance Skirt, Gavrosh Pants and Cyclades Vest.
Pattern is designed for cotton yarns in dk weight.

Cyclades Vest:

CycladesVest is apart of my “Sun and Sand” collection that takes you on a journey to hot exoticplaces: places like a desert oasis, to the shores of Mediterranean Sea, and tothe colorful markets of Middle East, places frommy childhood memories.

“Cyclades Vest” is my vision of freemoving winds, long journeys, grassy hills, and of never ending wonder ofchildhood.

The vest is designed to be unisex. Itis completely seamless and is knit from top down. I have used an amazingtechnique developed by Susie Myers, “contiguous set-in sleeves”, that allowsshaping shoulders and knitting set-in sleeves without a use of a single shortrow. Sleeves are knitted together at thesame time with the rest of the vest.

Size	Chest Measurement	Yardage
6m	17”/43.5 cm	220
9m	18”/46 cm	240
12m	19”/48.5 cm	250
18m	20"/50.5 cm	260
24m	21"/ 53 cm	280
3T	22"/56 cm	310
4T	23"/58.5 cm	330
5T	24"/61 cm	350
6-7	25”/ 63.5 cm	450
8-9	26”/ 66 cm	530
9-10	27”/ 68.5 cm	620
10-12	29”/ 73.5 cm	690
12-14	30”/76 cm	760

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $4.00 CAD

Ebook: $18.00 CAD

Gavrosh Pants

2011-08-15T16:35:00.000-07:00

Maya really likes her two pairs of pants. You can easily see why, so soft and comfy, not restrictive at all and plenty of pocket space to carry all her new treasure finds.

The pants are knitentirely in the round. Each leg begins separately with a provisional cast on,which is used to allow for knitted on hems. Then crotch stitches are set aside(to be grafted later via Kitchenermethod), then legs are joined to form the body, which is then knitted up to thewaist.

I am providing twoversions of the pants here: one is unisex and the other one is a bit moregirlish, and each version can be knitted to any length you desire (shorts, longBermuda style shorts, full length pants).

Sizes	Hips	Waist
*0-6m*	18-19"/46-48.5 cm	16-17"/40.5-43.5 cm
*6-12m*	19-20"/48.5-51 cm	17-19"/43.5-48.5 cm
*12-18m*	20-21"/51-53.5 cm	18-20"/46-51 cm
*1-3T*	20-22"/51-56 cm	19-21"/48.5-53.5 cm
*2-4T*	21-23"/53.5-58.5 cm	20-22"/51-56 cm
*4-6 year old*	23-25"/58.5-63.5 cm	21-23"/53.5-58.5 cm
*6-8 year old*	26-28"/66-71 cm	22-24"/56-61 cm
*8-10 year old*	28-30"/71-76.5	23-25"/ 58.5-63.5 cm

Sizes	Approximate Yardage	Inseam (inches)
*0-6m*	250-270	5-6
*6-12m*	340-360	8-9
*12-18m*	350-380	8-9
*1-3T*	370-400	8-9
*2-4T*	450-475	9-10
*4-6 year old*	570-600	10-11
*6-8 year old*	590-630	11-12
*8-10 year old*	650-700	13-15

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $5.00 CAD

Ebook: $18.00 CAD

Cinnamon

2011-08-15T16:08:00.000-07:00

Please welcome my new design from my 'Spice Girls" series, CINNAMON!

Pattern Errata can be found HERE

I am always nervous when I introduce new designs, and I am so pleased to say that this new design was well recieved so far. There is also an adult version in works. I am expecting to offer the pattern in adult sizes sometimes mid-end of Sept, 2011. Here is a preview for the adult version.

Cinnamon is my fourth design in the “Spice Girls”series. It was inspired by a Japanese youth fashion show, featuring tallcollars and slim straight lines.

Ireally like the convertible collar idea as it can be hard to keep scarves onthe little ones. Button it all up, and their neck is nice and warm while theyare playing outside; button it down and it makes a great indoor clothing piece.

Thecardigan is worked as a top down raglan and is completely seamless. Wideribbing in this design gives this cardigan it’s elegant, slim, and modern look;and as a part of the “Spice Girls”, Cinnamon brings a little unique spice all ofits own.

Size	Actual Chest Measurement	Yardage
12-18m	19”/48.5 cm	360
24m	20"/50.5 cm	420
2T	21"/ 53 cm	470
3T	22"/56 cm	520
4-5	23"/58.5 cm	600
5-6	24"/61 cm	650
6-7	25”/ 63.5 cm	750
8-9	26”/ 66 cm	850
9-10	27”/ 68.5 cm	900
10-12	28.5”/ 73.5 cm	950
12-14	30”/76 cm	1000

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $6.00 CAD

Ebook: $18.00 CAD

Undina and Lir

2011-08-06T19:47:00.000-07:00

Almost a year later when I first started working on my "Back to the Sea Collection....

Undina andLir is my last and latest design in my “Back to theSea” collection of seamless all seasonal garments. And with this design I complete my first ebook.

What a year it has been! I have met so many people and made so many friends through ravelry, the most wonderful knitting community. Thank you everyone!

Here it is! Undina is a girly version of the sweater, and Lir is a boyish version.

The sweater is entirely seamlessand is worked from the top down. Whatmakes these sweaters unique are the cables, they are easily customizable, thus allowingyou to create a sweater unlike any other.

I made this sweater a unisexdesign. Depending on the color and options you pick, the sweater can be made moregirly or more boyish.

I am providing links to all the relevanttutorials and techniques, so if you are not familiar with any of them, here isyour chance to try, and succeed.

Techniquesrequired: short rows and cabling.

And here is what the other items from the ebook look like:

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $6 CAD
ebook $18.00 CAD

Lavanda

2011-07-08T17:17:00.000-07:00

I am so thrilled to present my newly released design - Lavanda!

The whole project started as an idea exchange between me and a dear friend, Monika. We were trying to find cardigan designs that have ribbing, pockets, some cables, hood, and buttons all the way down. We did find a few projects, but none had all those elements together. Thus the new design came about.

We all love it, our girls love it. I am sure you will fall in love with this cardigan too.

It is classic, elegant, and very practical.

The pattern is written for worsted weight yarn.

Gauge: 19 sts and 26 rows per 4x4 inch square.

Sizes available/Yardage Info :

Yardage is listed as long sleeved cardigan + hood

Size	To Fit Chest	Finished Measurement	Yardage Required
12-18 m	18-19"	21"	475 + 100
2T	20-22"	23.5"	570 + 120
4T	23-24"	25.5"	650 + 140
6	25-26"	28"	770 + 190
8	26-27"	29"	880 + 220
10	28-29"	31"	1150 + 250
12-14	30-31"	33"	1300 + 270

The pattern is available as a stand alone pattern or as a part of my "Spice Girls" ebook.

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $6.00 CAD

Ebook: $18.00 CAD

Summer time...

2011-06-30T20:46:00.000-07:00

This summer is the busiest I have ever been.
I am working on several designs that will be published comes this fall. Can't reveal much about those till it is time. If you are checking my project page on ravelry, then all my super secret projects you are seeing are my publication designs.
I am also working on several ebooks in progress.

I am so pleased to say that my "Back to the Sea" collection will be complete in the next couple of weeks.

I am planning to release my last design in the series, "Undina and Lir", in 2-3 weeks time.

A lot of progress has been made with my "Spice Girls" ebook.
I am a few days away from publishing "Lavanda".

Let me tell you, a lot of thought and hard work has gone into this design. My biggest thanks go to my wonderful group of test knitters, who helped me to shape this pattern into an easy to follow and fun to knit project. The final pattern will offer hood and collar options as well.

As of yesterday, I have sent "Cinnamon", a new design from "Spice Girls" series into testing phase. Tentative release date for "Cinnamon" is sometimes in mid August, 2011.

And...I have just finished a new design prototype a couple of days ago, "Summer Days". This particular design can become a part of my "Sun and Sand" ebook.

My "Summer Days" bolero is featured together with "Gavrosh" pants. Pants pattern is near its testing phase right now and will be released sometimes in July 2011.

Of course, there is a lot more on the go, but I will save it for another post.

Saffron

2011-06-09T17:01:00.000-07:00

Saffron is a very playful and very girly shrug- cardigan featuring cute ribbed ruffles. It is a part of the “Spice Girls” series of cardigans designed for everyday wear, each one with a little unique spice of their own.

The shrug-cardigan has a top down raglan construction, and it is completely seamless. You can dress it up or make it very casual.

Saffron is designed to work for dk (8ply) weight yarns, wool blends are preferable. Bamboo and silk blend yarns with bamboo and silk content over 20% are not recommended.

Sizes available (Yardage for long sleeves shown as extra):

Size	Chest Measurement	Yardage
12-18 months	19"/ 48.5 cm	225+30
1-2T	20"/50.5 cm	300+40
2-3T	21"/ 53 cm	350 +50
3-4T	22"/56 cm	410 +50
4-5	23"/58.5 cm	460+60
5-6	24"/61 cm	500+60
6-7	25”/ 63.5 cm	550+60
8-9	26”/ 66 cm	610+70
9-10	27”/ 68.5 cm	660+70
10-12	29”/ 73.5 cm	740+70
12-14	30”/76 cm	800+80

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $5.00 CAD

Ebook: $18.0 CAD

Tropical Fish Skirt

2011-06-09T16:41:00.000-07:00

I am very pleased to announce that I have added another skirt to the list of my designs, Tropical Fish Skirt.

The pattern is written for dk(8ply) and worsted(10ply) yarns; cotton or wool are equally suitable.

The pattern comes in the following sizes:

Sizes	Hip	Waist
*0-6m*	18-19"/46-48.5 cm	16-17"/40.5-43.5 cm
*6-12m*	19-20"/48.5-51 cm	17-19"/43.5-48.5 cm
*12-18m*	20-21"/51-53.5 cm	18-20"/46-51 cm
*1-3T*	20-22"/51-56 cm	19-21"/48.5-53.5 cm
*2-4T*	21-23"/53.5-58.5 cm	20-22"/51-56 cm
*4-6 year old*	23-25"/58.5-63.5 cm	21-23"/53.5-58.5 cm
*6-8 year old*	26-28"/66-71 cm	22-24"/56-61 cm
*8-10 year old*	28-30"/71-76.5	23-25"/ 58.5-63.5 cm
*10-12 year old*	30-32"/76.5-81.5 cm	24-26"/61-66 cm
*12-14 year old*	32-34'/81.5-86.5 cm	27-29"/68.5-73.5 cm

"My little Maya is all about skirts and dresses, twirling, dancing, and singing. She also feels very strongly about having rainbow clothes, and was delighted with this skirt more than anything else.

I hope that your own twirling, singing, and dancing little girls will like this skirt just as much.

The skirt is knit entirely in the round from top down. It begins with a provisional cast on, which is used to allow for a knitted on waistband. There are two distinct sections in the skirt construction: A-line top portion and the twirly bottom part. The top portion is constructed in a way as to accommodate any size and shape. Both sections can be easily adjusted to give the skirt a custom length."

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $4.00 CAD

Sand Dance Skirt Kits

2011-05-10T15:58:00.000-07:00

I am very pleased to announce that my most favorite local yarn store, Wool and Wicker, is now carrying kits for Sand Dance Skirt made from Tanis Fiber Arts yarn in Yellow label (dk).

The kit is exclusive to the store! You won't find it anywhere else.

Each kit includes yarn + printed pattern copy.
Each kit is priced at $49.95 CAD.

Wool and Wicker ships locally and internationally.

Each kit has enough yarn to make a skirt up to 4 year old size.
Kits come in 4 different color sets: reds, blues, yellow-green, rainbow

Red set colorways: sweetheart, royal flush, poppy, garnet, jewel, plum
Blue set colorways: seabreeze, tidal, ultraviolet, peacock, cobalt, jewel
Yellow-green set colorways: lemongrass, spearmint, buttercup, orange blossom, sunset
Rainbow set colorways: poppy, orange blossom, buttercup, lemongrass, peacock, jewel.

Chasing after the rainbows

2011-04-21T23:49:00.000-07:00

It has been all about colors and rainbows lately. After getting my nice stash of Tanis Fiber Arts yarn, my needles were working overtime. I admit...I was up till 3 am for a few days in a row just to complete the colorful projects I had in mind. I do knit fast, but even then it is not fast enough as it seems.....

Show and tell time. Here is my blue and purples rainbow version of my newly released Sand Dance Skirt.

My daughter also asked for Rainbow Dress. I obliged. Here it is. The pattern is still in the works. I already have some ideas for mods to make the design work for variegated and solid colors.

And this is just a beginning....

...and more about spring....

2011-04-06T23:57:00.000-07:00

Knitting has been my addiction for a while now, and my new addictions of late have been beautiful hand painted yarns.
I was so happy to find a fellow Canadian artist, Tanis, whose talent cannot leave anyone untouched. Her yarn is very inspiring, and as a result I can't stop knitting. I have more ideas for this beautiful yarn than my hands can knit. Here is what I am using for my new creations - Tanis Fiber Arts.

It all started with an idea for playful girly shrugs, then the matching skirt seemed to be a must too. See for yourself. My girl is sure in love with her springy clothes.

I am also currently working on another rainbow skirt and a dress. So pretty, don't you think?

Oh...the possibilities! Stayed tuned.

Spring is coming and it is time for new designs (Pepper and Sand Dance Skirt)!

2011-04-05T16:21:00.000-07:00

My Spring KAL is in progress! I am already starting to see some FOs coming out, and it is very exciting for me to see different yarns used and gorgeous knits that they make. And it is just a beginning!

I was able to release two new patterns for such an event.

PEPPER

Please welcome "Pepper", my first design in "Spice Girls" series of girly cardigans. I have two new designs (What's New) for the series making their way from prototypes into the fully finished patterns in the next couple of months. Total series will have 5 designs, meaning two more cardigans are still in works.

The pattern can be purchased individually or as an ebook collection.

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $5.00 CAD

The ebook is also available, all the other designs are going to make their way in there one at the time. A notification will be send, and you will be able to download each new design at no extra cost.
ebook $18.00 CAD

SAND DANCE SKIRT

This particular design has been in works since October 2010, and is finally ready for the spring! Please welcome "Sand Dance Skirt". This skirt is so fun to knit, and can be done is such a variety of colors! My personal favourite is a gradient of rainbows as seen here.

The pattern is suitable for any yarn weight, and as a matter of fact, I am providing a worksheet to make the skirt completely custom knit.

"Sand Dance Skirt" is available in sizes 6m - 14 year old.

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $5.00 CAD

Spring Knit-along

2011-03-21T19:06:00.000-07:00

Spring is coming, and I am all too happy for it. We already have some blossoms coming out on the trees near the house. For me the spring officially starts when the magnolia tree outside our windows will show its gorgeous blossoms, and that can happen any day now. The buds are getting bigger and bigger.

I have started working on several springy designs, having gorgeous yarn at hand helps a lot too. But before I get into showing you new pieces in works, I want to mention here that I am hosting a new knit-along. And it is not without some competitions and prizes.

The whole event will take place on ravelry.com

Here is the link for full details: Spring KAL: show me some colors!

Start to finish: April 1st - 30th, 2011.

Any design of mine is eligible for participation.

Prizes:
No one person can win more than one category.
Photography: I love seeing everyone’s FOs, but nothing makes the project stand out more than creative photography.
The prize is any ravelry pattern (mine or not).
Unique Project: It is always exciting to see some cool yarns, unusual colors combinations, and some creative mods. Razzle dazzle us!
The prize is $25 gift certificate at http://www.eatsleepknit.com/
Crowd Favorite: I will pick 6 projects for voting, unless there is an obvious winner.
The prize is a pattern kit (any one of my patterns + yarn to knit it). All my patterns are eligible, even those that are still in testing phase.

Speedy fingers to everyone!

Maritimes

2011-03-21T19:01:00.000-07:00

Updating my blog is not something I do very often. Please forgive me.

Here is another design that finally made it into the "Back to the Sea" collection of mine - Maritimes.

Maritimes is a unisex and very versatile top.

The pattern offers multiple options, allowing to create your unique garment.

Here are the options: v-neck, turtleneck, cowl, hood, collar, pockets, and long or short sleeves.

The pattern comes in sizes 3 months old - 14 year old.

Here is a couple of examples of what the top looks like with different options. More projects can be viewed here

The pattern is suitable for cotton or wool equally, and was written for dk (8ply) yarn.

The pattern can be purchased individually or as an ebook collection.

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $7 CAD
ebook $18.00 CAD
The ebook currently contains 8 patterns: Yacht Club Skirt, First Mate Pants, Sea Princess, Ahoy Princess Beret, Merlia Scarf, Jewel of the Sea scarf, Sea Beanie, and Maritimes.

Color Flirtations Dress

2011-02-21T12:30:00.000-08:00

I have started working on my first dress almost a year ago, and since then the project has evolved into a series of colorful dresses with several options (4 different skirts, 3 different sleeve styles).

The dress is completely seamless, and is knit from top down.
The pattern calls for a dk weight yarn (8ply).

Sizes available:

1-2 (to fit 19-20 inch chest)

3-4 (to fit 21-22 inch chest)

4-5 (to fit 23-24 inch chest)

5-6 (to fit 24-25 inch chest)

6-8 (to fit 26-27 inch chest)

This is a free pattern.

Hope you will enjoy knitting this dress for all the little princesses in your life.

download now

Creative Corner...

2011-02-19T01:37:00.000-08:00

I always have too many ideas for knitting, but not enough time to realize it all.
Where do my yet unrealized ideas go? Into my very big and almost full sketchbook!

Here is what has been turned from sketches and notes into fully realized projects:

1. "Maritimes" - a versatile unisex top that allows you to create at least 6 different looks for boys or girls. And yes, it is from my "Back to the Sea" collection. The pattern is to be released very very soon.
Here are some previews:

2. "Pepper" - finally a project unrelated to the sea theme! But it is a first in the new series of cardigans to come. The pattern is in testing phase now, and can be expected for release mid-end March, 2011.

Swimming Along....

2011-02-19T01:14:00.000-08:00

My "Back to the Sea" collection is progressing towards the end. Can you tell I am very proud of it?
Please welcome another project that has been released today- "Jewel of the Sea" scarf.

A lot of effort, several attempts and prototypes made till the final result was to my satisfaction. And the result is a scarf that has a lot of texture and doesn't roll!

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual Pattern : $5.00 USD

Ebook: $18.00

New year ...new things

2011-02-08T15:40:00.000-08:00

I can't believe it has been over 3 moths since I posted last. Life has been pretty hectic for us, and of course not without holiday cheer in the middle of all.
Thought I would update the progression of my "Back to the Sea" collection.
Two new patterns have been released, and added to the ebook.

1. Sea Beanie - a hat suitable for any age and gender! Pattern comes with instructions for both dk and worsted weight yarns.

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual Pattern : $5.00 USD

Ebook: $18.00

2. Merlia Scarf - cables, love cables....

Scarf is not reversible, it is just clever folding to show off the cable pattern.

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual Pattern : $5.00 USD

Ebook: $18.00

Ahoy Princess Beret

2010-11-01T19:29:00.000-07:00

Ahoy Princess is part six in my “Back to the Sea” collection of seamless all seasonal garments.

Sizes available:

toddler (16-19”/41-48 cm head),
child (18 -20”/ 46-51 cm head),
adult (19-21”/48-54 cm head),
large adult (20-22/51-56 cm head)

The beret is entirely seamless and is knit from bottom up. It was designed to match all other garments the collection has to offer. I am providing instructions for both dk weight (8ply) yarns and worsted (10ply) yarns. You will also have a choice for your cable work: simple cables or intricate.

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual Pattern : $5.00 USD

Ebook: $18.00

The ebook currently contains 4 patterns: Yacht Club Skirt, First Mate Pants, Sea Princess, Ahoy Princess Beret. There more patterns will be added a little later.

Sea Princess

2010-11-01T19:09:00.000-07:00

I am a little nervous to blog about this pattern. There has been so much anticipation, and a lot of work behind the projects. Has it really been 4 months since I started working on the jacket?

First of all I want to thank my wonderful group of test knitters, who have made a great impact on the way the pattern is written. The pattern itself is not complicated, but the initial set up is very important and had to be crystal clear not just in writing but the logical presentation. So I do hope that everyone will have a very easy time creating their own unique Sea Princesses.

Heartfelt thanks and my deepest gratitude go to Alla, Amanda, Amy, Ayben, Charlotte, Chris, Cory, Elaine, Elisabeth, Esin, Heather, Janelle, Janet, Kati, Kylie, Margaret, Marion, Megan, Melanie, Monika, Natalie, Rachael, Roberta, Sarah, Sheena, Stacey, and Valerie. Special thanks go to Marina for been the inspiration behind this project and to Monika, Elisabeth, and Janet for helping me with the presentation and editing of this pattern.

Pattern comes in two versions (two separate patterns):

1. dk (8ply) : 6 months - 6 year old (17-24" chest)

2. worsted (10ply): 1 - 14 year old (20-30" chest)

I feel like celebrating the release of this particular project. Lots of hard work and love went into creating this pattern.

The idea to celebrate was given to me by Monika (mdcim on ravelry), and here is what we have come up with: we are going to run a KAL with prizes at the end.

Details for my new Sea Princess pattern knitalong and prizes:

http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/anadiomenas-knitting-adventures/1361841

The pattern can be purchased individually or as an ebook collection.

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

Individual pattern is $6.50 USD
ebook $18.00 USD
The ebook currently contains 4 patterns: Yacht Club Skirt, First Mate Pants, Sea Princess, Ahoy Princess Beret. There more patterns will be added a little later.

"First Mate Pants" is now available too!

2010-10-05T20:41:00.000-07:00

I am happy to say that another part of my "Back to the Sea" collection is ready to see the world.
"First Mate Pants" pattern is available as of today.

The pattern comes in two versions: dk(8ply) and worsted (10ply).
Sizes available: newborn -12 year old

It took a lot of work to get it there. The documents are 21 pages long and include very detailed instructions, tutorial links to help you breeze through the knitting, numerous charts and diagrams for intarsia/embroidery.

Hope you will enjoy creating your own unique pair of pants!

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

$5.00 USD

First pattern release from "Back to the Sea" collection

2010-09-21T11:41:00.000-07:00

I have started working on the nautical/sea themed collection of garments upon a special request from my friend sometimes at the end of June, 2010.

I am proudly announcing the release of the first garment - "Yacht Club Skirt"!

I am hoping it will become a fast favourite with your little girls, as it has become with us (my daughter owns 3 of them in different colors!). The skirt has a timeless element of cuteness, and an old time everyone's favourite twirly factor.

The skirt is knit entirely in the round from top down. It begins with a crochet-chain provisional cast on, which is used to allow for a knitted on waistband. There are two distinct sections in the skirt construction: A-line top portion and the ruffled bottom part. The top portion is constructed in a way as to accommodate any size and shape. Both sections can be easily adjusted in length to give an overall length you want to make.

I am providing links to all the relevant tutorials and techniques, so if you are not familiar with any of them, here is your chance to try and succeed.

The pattern is equally suitable for cotton and wool, and as a result could be made for all year round.

Sizes: newborn-14 year old.

It also comes in two versions:

1. Dk (8ply)

2. Worsted (10ply)

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.

$5.00 USD

Back to the Sea update: Part 4

2010-09-10T11:40:00.000-07:00

Now that I have brought up to date info on what is happening with skirt and pants from my Back to the Sea collection, it is time to tell you about the matching tops....yeap I managed to do some knitting! Doesn't matter how busy I get, I NEED to knit at least couple of rows each day. I call it my therapy.

The unisex top was first to be on my needles. Here are some pictures:

I am currently knitting this top again, and making some necessary adjustments as well as introducing the third option of the top, namely different treatment of the collar (collar, hood, cowl).

The girls only top/jacket was next, and as usual I have to knit it at least a few times before I am happy with the result.

My second take on this jacket was not done in nautical colors, but the end result is what I am happy with. And here it is:

I am knitting each top yet again and working on writing the patterns for each. It is a bit tricky for both, as the unisex top requires row by row instructions, and the girls only top requires extensive cable charting. Both will come in sizes newborn - 14 year old. I am also starting to work on adult version of each. If all goes according to plan, both patterns in nb-14 year old should come to my test knitter within couple of weeks.
I will update you with more pictures and details soon.

Back to the Sea update: Part 3

2010-09-10T11:21:00.000-07:00

I was delaying posting here for a few reasons, but with all the questions flying my way I think I should let you know what is happening with my designing and my MEGA project.

Real Life has kept me very busy for the last month. I was moving my 90 year old uncle to a nursing home, and my whole month of August was taken up with all kinds of arrangements, packing, moving, you name it. Hence my writing and correspondence were kept to a bare minimum.

Now I am starting to pick up where I left off.

Here is what has been happening......

My skirt has pretty much gone through a full round of testing in wool and cotton (both in dk=8-ply and worsted=10-ply weight yarn). I am just waiting on a couple of sizes to be reported back to me, and then the pattern is a go. I am posting the latest pictures for your review. The final sizes are newborn-14 year old.

Pants require a bit more testing, and are a bit behind. The pattern is all typed up and ready, but i am waiting to get a report back on all my sizes, which are newborn-12 year old.

Now I have to decide on how I want to organize my pattern releases. The ideal way would be to publish all my tops and bottoms as one ebook...ideal, but I don't think I would be forgiven for withholding tested items that long. So my skirt and pants will go up as soon as i get all the info I need. I am hoping that it won't be much latter than first few days in October, 2010.

Ooh la la Girl

2010-07-30T19:23:00.000-07:00

The patterns "That 70's Dress" and "French Me" are finally ready to see the world! You can purchase them individually or together as an ebook (please see purchasing info below).

They came about as a natural progression from the “Cold Shirt” design. The dress and the top are both knitted from top down. You will start with the neck band, and will knit it in the round. After that the stitches are divided for front and back, and each piece is knitted flat to the armholes. Once both back and front are complete, the work is joined in the round once again.

"That 70's Dress" is suitable for all level knitters, and if you want a little bit more challenge you can customize your dress with intricate intarsia, embroidery, or lace.The description comes in 4-ply and dk versions. Dk version is equally suitable for wool or cotton, thus making this dress good for any season. The 4-ply version is best suited for soft cotton yarns. Please make sure you print the right version for you project!

"French Me" has an intermediate difficulty. However the lace used here is very simple, and would be a good starting point for a beginner lace knitter.

Sizes available:
9-12 months: (16-18 inch chest)
1-2T: (18-20 inch chest)
2-3T: (19-21 inch chest)
3-4 T: (20-22 inch chest)
4-5: (21-23 inch chest)
5-6: (23-25 inch chest)
7-8: (25-27 inch chest)

Ooh la la Girl ebook (includes both patterns "That 70's Dress" and "French Me"):
Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.
Price: $7.00 USD

"That 70's Dress"

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.
Price: $5.00 USD

"French Me"

Purchasing:
Purchases are made via paypal.
Patterns are sent via email.
You will receive a link to a downloadable pdf file.
Price: $5.00 USD

Cottage License is available for a small fee.

Back to the Sea Update: Part 2

2010-07-22T12:35:00.000-07:00

Things are coming along nicely.

The skirt is ready now too! I am working hard to get this pattern out to testers as soon as possible.
Though a little unexpected delay came my way in a form of re-knitting "That 70's Dress" to fix minor things that bugged me. So I am trying to juggle making a new pattern and working on the previous one for release.
Here are some previews of my new design "Yacht Club Skirt" - super uber cute skirt, modeled by two uber super cute girls.

Here is Gabi showing off her sailor skirt. We had to chaise her to get some pics, she kept twirling and dancing.

Maya was a bit more interested in what our neighbors were doing, so I was lucky and got some good pics in no time. I have also changed how the cable starts on her skirt. I think this way it gives the cable a more complete look.