Aleks Byrd

Aleks Byrd

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Aleks Byrd is a knitwear designer and illustrator. With a heritage tied to three countries (USA, Estonia and Canada), she has plenty of ideas and inspiration running through her, but tends to play with her Estonian roots in particular, weaving it into new patterns in order to produce modern and unique designs with a connection to the past. As a knitting ambassador for modern traditional Estonian knitting, Aleks has shared her knowledge of the little-known traditional techniques by putting a fresh twist on them for wearable designs. She also teaches these methods in her popular workshops. Her unique ideas and love of colour shine through in her collection of designs that are fun and rewarding to knit for all levels of knitters.

For pattern support, questions and other request please email hello@aleks-byrd.com

Check out video tutorials here

Website www.aleks-byrd.com
Instagram @aleksbyrd
Facebook @aleksbyrddesign
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Saar vest
Aleks Byrd
Troi Gnome
Aleks Byrd
Lilleke
The Knitter, Issue 195
Sitsijakk
Aleks Byrd
Uhke
Aleks Byrd
Pilastri
Wool It Issue 2 - Firenze
Vaheldus
Aleks Byrd
Habemik
52 Weeks of Socks, Vol. II
  • Habemik
  • 52 Weeks of Socks, Vol. II
Gnomad
Aleks Byrd
Agnes
Aleks Byrd
Mulgi
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Mulgi
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Mulin
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Mulin
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Rukkilill
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Rukkilill
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Tuul
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Tuul
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Vormsi
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Vormsi
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Mustjala
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Mustjala
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Maru
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Maru
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Troi Dress
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Troi Dress
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Troi Sweater
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Tuljak
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Tuljak
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Virvendus
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Virvendus
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Kangas
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Kangas
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Kihnu
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Kihnu
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Ajatu
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Ajatu
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Tiivad
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Tiivad
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Siil
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Siil
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Kiperoosa
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Kiperoosa
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Päikene
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Päikene
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Veski
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Veski
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Kilp
Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
  • Kilp
  • Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits
Roosi Gnome
Aleks Byrd
Halliste
52 Weeks of Shawls | 52 x villahuivit
  • Halliste
  • 52 Weeks of Shawls | 52 x villahuivit
Seli Cardigan
Laine Magazine, Issue 10
Seli Sweater
Laine Magazine, Issue 10
Pengwyn the Penguin
Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
Caloroso
Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
Kallike
Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
  • Kallike
  • Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
Rhëydr
Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
  • Rhëydr
  • Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
Truuduse
Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
Hilja
Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
  • Hilja
  • Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
Davvi Hat
Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
Risttee
Laine Magazine, Issue 9
Elupuu
Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
  • Elupuu
  • Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
Merele
Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
  • Merele
  • Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
Fachwerk
Walcot Yarns
Narbeth Mitts
Walcot Yarns
Narbeth Cowl
Walcot Yarns
Davvi
Laine Magazine, Issue 7
  • Davvi
  • Laine Magazine, Issue 7
Lidden
Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
  • Lidden
  • Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
Lalli
Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
  • Lalli
  • Aleks Byrd's Ravelry Store
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