Adrienne Larsen

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eBook : 7 patterns

Accessory collection from Welts & Waves.

eBook : 3 patterns

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eBook : 6 patterns

Malabrigo patterns from Welts & Waves.

eBook : 6 patterns

Sweaters from Welts & Waves.

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Knitting: Pullover
Dream in Color, Jilly (100% Superwash Merino, 440yds/100g)
Knitting: Coaster
Two color mosaic coasters.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Worked inside out, lace edging applied at the end by working across the bottom.
Knitting: Hats - Other
Adriafil, Grinta (75% Acrylic, 15% Wool, 10% Alpaca. 98 yds (90m)/50g)
Knitting: Scarf
Urth Yarns, Harvest DK (100% Extrafine Merino, 300 yds/1000g) Cinnamon, 3 skeins
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
So many color combinations!
Knitting: Pullover
Fun, simple and flattering!
Knitting: Cowl
A lovely texture cowl, long enough to double wrap.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Elemental Affects, Cormo Fingering (100% Superwash Cormo Wool, 550 yds/112g 2 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5) skeins
Knitting: Vest
Vest back is knit first, bottom up. Left and Right sides are picked up along edges of back and knit side to side.
Knitting: Cardigan
Shaped cables and a short row collar.
Knitting: Pullover
Brown Sheep, Cotton Fleece (80% Pima Cotton, 20% Merino Wool, 215 yds/3.5 oz)
Knitting: Dress
Cascade, Venezia Sport, (70% Merino Wool, 30% Silk, 307.5 yds/100g),
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Simpliworsted (55% Merino Superwash/28% Acrylic/17% Nylon, 140 yards (100g)), 2 skeins, Color 27.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Plymouth, Baby Alpaca Grande (100% Baby Alpaca, 110 yard, 100g), #401 - Light Grey, 1 skein
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Rowan Purelife Revive (36% Recycled Silk, 28% Recycled Cotton, 28% Viscose, 137 yds 50g) 5 (6, 7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 11) skeins
Knitting: Tee
Cestari Sheep & Wool Company, Ash Lawn Collection (3.5 oz, 250 yds, 75% Cotton, 25% Wool) 5 (6, 6, 7, 8, 8) skeins Lilac Heather
Knitting: Cardigan
Malabrigo, Verano (100% Pima Cotton; 205 yd/100g) Fireworks, 6 (7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 13) skeins.
Knitting: Dress
Jojoland, Melody (100% wool, 220 yards/50g), MS81, Victoria 13 (14, 16, 17, 19, 21, 23, 24) skeins.
Knitting: Cardigan
Malabrigo, Finito (100% Superfine Merino Wool, 200 yds/50g)
Knitting: Cardigan
Cascade, Eco Duo (70% Undyed Baby Alpaca 30% Undyed Merino Wool, 197 yds/100g) 8 (9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19) skeins, #1705 Vanilla
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Malabrigo Rios, (100% Superwash Merino Wool, 210 yds/100g), 2 (3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3) skeins
Knitting: Vest
Malabrigo Arroyo, (100% Superwash Merino, 335yds/100g), 3 (4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6) skeins.
Knitting: Tee
Dream in Color Jilly with Cashmere (70% superwash merino wool, 20% cashmere, 10% nylon, 440 yards/100g) Wineberry, 2 (2, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) skeins.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Easy and fun! 3 skeins make 2 hats, so long as C1 isn’t the same in both.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Cowl
Stay warm and cozy with this two color cowl.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Reversible mesh tank, with vee in back or in front.
Knitting: Pullover
C1: Urth Yarns, Galatea (100% Extrafine Cotton, 95yds/100g) #2201, 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3) skeins
Knitting: Decorative - Other
I wanted to see how small I could make a Fair Isle Stocking. As it turns out, it’s pretty small!
Knitting: Headband
Two headbands from 1 skein with two totally different looks!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This shawl starts small and goes big. The scalloped edging is knit on at the end.
Knitting: Cowl
C1: Urth Yarns, Galatea (100% Extrafine Cotton, 95yds/100g) #2201, 1 (2) skeins
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Urth Yarns, Monokrom DK (100% Extrafine Merino, 300 yds/100g)
Knitting: Tee
Sweater is knit top down, in the round. The Front and Back are worked separately and joined at the underarm.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
A simple striped tank takes a turn at the waist through the effective use of short rows to shape an asymmetrical hip. Worked from the bottom in the round, stripes melt on one side then merge to continue evenly up the bodice to the neckline. Take care to plan which end of the striping yarn to start with, so colors blend and coexist in harmony.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Knit in Wool Pop, the timeless and beautiful Perennial Shawl will keep you cozy for years to come. Simple Stockinette stitch and ribbing are balanced with a lovely lace inset. The modular construction makes it a joy to knit.
Knitting: Pullover
Craving the turquoise blue waters of a tropical paradise? This pullover is the answer. Knit bottom up and in the round, Caribbean Waters is knit in a stunning diamond wave pattern.
Knitting: Cowl
This welted cowl is knit in the round with a special two-needle welting technique that’s used to create attractive 3D elements. Small cowls like these are great for practicing new techniques. Plus, this accessory is ideal for weather in between seasons.
Knitting: Pullover
This turtleneck sweater is knit side to side, with the sleeves knit in the round. The cables in this sweater mean that the row gauge is extremely important for sizing.
Knitting: Cardigan
Lorelei is a sophisticated, open-back cardigan featuring gorgeous lace panels on the front and back. It perfectly complements any spring dress. A delicate button closes the back pieces. Our favorite thing about this piece is that you can also wear it with the opening at the front, like a more traditional cardigan. Whichever way you choose to we...
Knitting: Pullover
The hem of this tunic is reminiscent of the patterns in the sand that the waves leave behind. This tunic is knit in the round with set-in sleeves. The surprise deep-v neckline on the back back of this piece truly adds drama to this already beautiful tunic.
Knitting: Pullover
Instead of the usual plain body and fancy yoke, I decided to do the opposite for this pullover. Cipher is knit bottom up, in the round.
Knitting: Tee
Brighten up your wardrobe with the Longitudes Tee.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Sink into summer with this lace shawl.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This tank is ready for a day at the beach or a night on the town. The waist shaping is fit to flatter.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
“Wrinkles will only go where the smiles have been.”
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Slip stitch cabled hat with smocking.
Knitting: Pullover
The Couplet Turtleneck is both cozy enough for a lazy Sunday at home, and elegant enough for a night on the town. With a bit of waist shaping, it is sure to flatter no matter where it’s worn.
Knitting: Cowl
Oblong brioche ponchette.
Knitting: Cowl
It looks like cables, but it’s actually just lace!
Knitting: Pullover
This stylish pullover is a feminine version of the classic military style. Waist shaping creates a flattering shape, and Brioche gives an emphasized rib look.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
This long, warm cardigan is just the thing for a chilly fall day. The subtle shaping will really accentuate a feminine silhouette, and details like the overlapping front and the extra-large collar add to the coziness of the garment.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Simple cabled cap with turned up brim and sparkle.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Slip stitch and cable gauntlets with sparkle and splatter yarn.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Cable knit fingerless mitts slanted in opposite directions.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Slip stitch and cable knit mitt in two colors.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap, Throw
Knit in the round from the inside out. Fold it in have to make a beautiful shawl.
Knitting: Cowl
This eye catching cowl is really simple to make. If you can make stripes, you can make this.
Knitting: Scarf
This scarf is a real treat in lace and cables.
Knitting: Scarf
Berroco Ultra Alpaca (50% Super Fine Alpaca, 50% Peruvian Wool; 219 yards 200 meters/50 grams): Eiderdown (3 skeins)
Knitting: Cardigan
This lovely coat is easy to wear and flattering to boot — and just what you need for lounging by the campfire! It is also a study in joining techniques, with picked up stitches, kitchener stitch and a three-needle bind off.
Knitting: Cardigan
This oversized cardigan is a must-have sweater for that upcoming cold weather. Rich, modern colours pair beautifully with classic geometric motifs and large shawl collar, emphasizing the decadent feel.
Knitting: Tee
Mirielle uses a deceptively simple stripe pattern to create the illusion of randomness. With a trendy waistband and large open sleeves, this tee is a must-have piece for the end of summer weather.
Knitting: Pullover
I wanted to play with diagonal smocking in this pattern. Originally, it went all the way down the sweater, but that made it look like a Victorian bodice and not a fun, modern sweater. It is knit bottom up, in the round.
Knitting: Tee
This breezy summer top is the combination of two classic lace patterns. Pink and white come together in a wavy design to create a lightweight top that’s made for a sunset beach strolls.
Knitting: Tee
Vivian uses a deceptively simple stripe pattern to create the illusion of randomness. Worked in the round from the bottom up, this tee looks to be straight out of a vintage pattern book. Have fun playing around with your favorite colorways to create a look that’s uniquely you.
Knitting: Christmas Stocking
Vintage glamour brings class to this simple stocking. With a contrasting-colored cuff with intricate lace details, this stocking stands out on your mantel all season long.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
“You can wear whatever, be whatever, do whatever you want.” -Christian Siriano
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This simple top contains classic seaside colors and a flattering stripe pattern. Finished off with contrasting button details, this is a new favorite silhouette for the season.
Knitting: Vest
I fell in love with this cable pattern as soon as I saw it and put it to use on this simply styled vest. Knit in the round, with shoulders bound off with 2-needle bind off, there is no seaming necessary!
Knitting: Cardigan
“All I saw from where I stood was three long mountains and a wood…”
Knitting: Pullover
This pullover is worked in the round, bottom up. Sleeves are joined to the body with a three-needle cast-off. It features an all-over cable pattern worked either from the charts or written instructions, whichever you prefer. This is an intricate pattern perfect for anyone looking to stretch their skills.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Very easy beaded triangle shawl.
Knitting: Mittens
The Gloria Mittens are the result of mixing Japanese stitch motifs with Bavarian Twist techniques. Knit in a light pink, the details of these mitts really shine for the girly girl on your list.
Knitting: Cardigan
Knit bottom up and in the round, this cardigan gets its cloudy appearance from knitting with double-stranded yarn. Complete with bobble accents and big blue buttons, this luxurious cardi is perfect for an overcast day.
Knitting: Vest
This simple button vest lets the cables do the talking!
Knitting: Cardigan
SIZES
Knitting: Pullover
Beyond the Pattern
Knitting: Pullover
The Body and Sleeves of this pullover are worked separately in the round to the underarms, then joined for working the Yoke in the round.
Knitting: Tee
Knit in the round and bottom up, this Peach Bellini Tee features set-in raglan sleeves with an adorable keyhole that can be worn in either the front or the back. Once you make it, you’ll wonder how you ever survived the summer without this essential piece in your closet.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
This sweater is knit side to side, with short-row waist shaping. While it looks simple and effortless, there is actually a lot going on. It is even more important to get correct gauge on this project since the row gauge is integral to the sizing. The name “Comet” came from comet tails in the night sky, which created the stripe motif.
Knitting: Pullover
This simple pullover contains classic seaside colors and a flattering stripe pattern. Knit in a soft and light yarn, this pullover is nothing like that heavy sweater in the back of your closet.
Knitting: Cowl
You’ll be ready for serious winter with this almost wind proof cowl!
Knitting: Cowl
Extremely warm double thick cowl, ready for even the coldest winter day!
Knitting: Cowl
This cozy cowl with double ring pattern is ready for a cold winter day!
Knitting: Cowl
Brioche Cowl with beads placed in semi-random pattern.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Three color fair isle hat with large alternating motifs.
Knitting: Poncho
42.75(47.25, 52, 55.75, 60, 64.25, 68.5) inch circumference, 11(11, 11, 11, 11, 13.5, 13.5) inches in height.
Knitting: Tee
Rowan, Pure Linen (100% Linen, 142yds/130m 50g)
Knitting: Vest
I stole the bottom lace from my Snow Bunting Jacket, and it organically became a vest on its own.
Knitting: Cardigan
Kate Winslet’s turn as “Mildred Pierce” was a revelation for the critics, but what I learned was the 1930’s had some glorious cardigans. Simple in shape, with just the perfect touches of feminine grace.
Knitting: Pullover
A mother shouldn’t have favorites, but I must confess, this one is it! It’s comfortable and flattering, and the sleeves were a really fun challenge.
Knitting: Cardigan
This cardigan is like origami. It folds to make a deceptively simple whole, that is luxurious and easy to wear.
Knitting: Cardigan
Always a sucker for Jilly with Cashmere, I just couldn’t leave behind these colors, which I refer to as “Electric Salmon’. I bought them even before they hit the shelf at my LYS. The lushness of the yarn was a real party for my hands to knit with.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Who said sweaters can’t be sexy? This shell is fun, it’s sexy, and most importantly, it’s comfortable.
Knitting: Cardigan
Again, this cardigan came to me in a dream. It was a pleasure to knit, and even more than that, it’s a pleasure to wear; It’s just so cozy & versatile!
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
The collar, the color, this piece is full of both whimsy and drama.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Errata available upon request
Knitting: Dress
This dress came from a grad school challenge to design something inspired by pine trees. The go up, and they go down, but most importantly, they are figure flattering.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Diamonds of different sizes make this easy to wear, feminine tank.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
It’s simple, it’s flattering. Why not make this pretty little number?
Knitting: Throw
This blanket literally came to me in a dream. My memory of it was fuzzy,
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Diamonds big & small dance on this adventure in chart reading.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This hat takes the classic honeycomb structure and adds some fun and interest with the double increases.
Knitting: Hats - Other
An experiment in bead placement and decreases led to this cozy little piece.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
This summer knit is ready for some real fun in the sun.
Knitting: Coat / Jacket
Wedding jackets perfectly fit for a formal event in any season. In the depth of summer, they warm you in the dark of the evening as you sip your final glass of champagne.
Knitting: Cowl
The design is simple, but the yarn packs a big punch in this gorgeous stained glass like cowl reminiscent of the dark forests of Tolkein’s Middle Earth.
Knitting: Tee
The pattern is simple, but the yarn packs a big punch in this double stranded tee.
Knitting: Throw
PATTERN NOTES
Knitting: Animal Toy
For unfelted:
Knitting: Throw
C1 (Border): Black Pearl, 3 skeins
Knitting: Throw
This blanket is worked in the round from the outside in.
Knitting: Throw
This blanket is…
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Yarn A: Cascade Yarns, Venezia Sport (70% Merino Wool, 30% Mulberry Silk, 307 yards/100g), Chocolate, 1 skein
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Rowan, Cotton Glace (100% Cotton, 125 yds/50g)
Knitting: Scarf
While scarves are reversible, sides are not identical, RS and WS are labeled for orientation purposes only.
Knitting: Booties
I highly recommend using Malabrigo Worsted; it felts more than many other worsted yarns.
Knitting: Cardigan
Jilly (100% Superwash Merino Wool, 440 yds/4
Knitting: Cardigan
Malabrigo Rios, (100% Superwash Merino Wool,
Knitting: Cardigan
MC: Pearl Ten, 7(8, 9, 9, 10) skeins
Knitting: Containers
One skein each of 3 colors, 2 skeins of one color.
Knitting: Tee
MC: Mares, 3(3, 4, 4, 5) skeins
Knitting: Cardigan
HiKoo by Skacel, Kenzie (50% Merino Wool, 25%
Knitting: Headband
This three dimensional headband is a good introduction to the 3 needle welting technique. I needed to protect my ears during the harsh North Dakota winter, and this is the simplest possible item using the welting technique.
Knitting: Vest
This tank was inspired by the twisting on ramps of downtown Minneapolis. The cables twist and turn, repeatedly eclipsing and concealing one another.
Knitting: Tote
One skein of each color is used.
Knitting: Scarf, Cowl
This scarf is made by double knitting strips and braiding them together.
Knitting: Cardigan
This cardigan is held together with clasps, and fits the waist while draping over the hips.
Knitting: Pullover, Tee
This lightly shaped tee is perfect for a summer day.
Knitting: Cloche Hat
This hat is available in many sizes and is soft as a cloud.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
These fingerless gloves have a braided pattern on the back, and individual fingers knit in in rib.
Knitting: Bonnet
This pattern is based on a vintage bonnet donated to my LYS, It’s angelically soft and light!
Knitting: Pullover
This cozy yoked sweater is playing with classic argyle in cable form. It has a saddle shoulders and a simple asymmetrical cable pattern which runs seamlessly into the yoke.