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Say hello to the Joanie Sweater is the sibling pattern to the Joanie cardigan. Named for Joan Hickson, the actress who so perfectly embodied the classic Miss Marple series in the 1980s, it is wearable whimsy at its finest! While I know you enjoy a cardigan, many of you reached out requesting a sweater version to make for your amateur sleuthing,...

Say hello to the Tangled Cowl, a pattern inspired by the desire to simplify steeking for beginners! My lovely friend Rachel from Tangled Yarn inspired this pattern when she asked me to write an article for her blog to make steeking more accessible to those new to the technique. As I researched for the post, I noticed a lack of quick and easy st...

Bundle this pattern with its sibling pattern Florence and get 50% off one of the patterns! Discount automatically applies when you add both Florrie and Florence to your cart.

Bundle this pattern with its sibling pattern Florrie and get 50% off one of the patterns! Discount automatically applies when you add both Florrie and Florence to your cart.

Welcome to Joanie! A seemingly sensible and straightforward piece, Joanie is a reliable and steadfast wardrobe staple with clean lines and modern shaping. But look a little closer! Those cables reveal a spark of whimsy, with clever construction details tieing all the design elements together so they flow effortlessly from hem to cuff.

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The Bough hat is available as a free pattern on December 17 when you subscribe to my newsletter! If you would like to sign up and receive Bough straight to your inbox, head to my website now!

This pattern is published in 52 Weeks of Shawls by Laine Publishing.

I don’t know about you, but I’m just dotty for a little texture, and when I say a little, I mean a lot! Dotty has it all - twisted rib, moss stitch, flowing cables, reverse stockinette and bobbles. If all that feels a little intimidating, don’t worry! Dotty is actually a really quick and intuitive project, so it will be flying off your needles ...

I’m so excited to introduce you to Reggie; a top-down, compound raglan sweater that I designed with the cooler months in mind. When my friend Ruth from Raincloud & Sage proposed a collaboration with her new base, Nord, I jumped at the chance!

dWhen I set out to design a new pair of fingerless mittens, I wanted to capture that feeling you get with the first signs that Autumn is coming. When there is a shift in the air and the leaves have that slight crackling sound that wasn’t there just a few days before.

Northbound is a drop-sleeve cardigan with a shawl collar. The body features columns of stockinette stitch and an easy-to-remember twisted stitch pattern that flows seamlessly into the rib, while the sleeves are worked top-down in stockinette stitch. A boxy fit and tapered sleeves lead to an easy-to-wear modern silhouette.

Skog was originally published in Making Magazine No.8 / Forest.

Let me introduce you to Sommerblüten, your next pair of fun and cosy house socks! Meaning ‘Summer Blooms’ in German, they reflect the natural and botanical qualities of the beautiful, naturally dyed Origin, a 100% German merino from Raincloud & Sage. Being a natural sock yarn greatly influenced the design. Though a relatively rustic and har...

This pattern is available as part of our digital collection Making Stories & Friends Winter 2018.

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The idea for Mokey came straight from my wardrobe. I wanted to create a staple piece of clothing that you could wear again and again, that went with everything and would be cosy and stylish at the same time. Whether you’re heading out to meet friends for lunch or heading into the woods for a walk, this cardigan will see you through any outfit c...

I’m so happy to be able to share Ghyll with you! For this pullover I was inspired by the rolling landscape of the North West of England where I was raised. I wanted to capture all the texture of the craggy hills and the undulating rivers and streams that flows through them. I imagine wearing Ghyll while hiking over the mountains on a crisp Autu...

Let me introduce you to Corbel! Corbel is a dropped sleeve sweater with a crew neck. It has a simple cable stitch covering the front and back with stockinette stitch on the sleeves. The hem, cuffs and neck are all 1x1 rib.

Welcome to Cairn! A gorgeously addictive triangle shawl that switches between soothing, meditative garter stitch and a cheeky little bobble section that keeps your project engaging and fun! This design is all about texture and and bold lines with lots of opportunity to have some fun when choosing your colour combos!

Release day for this pattern is 24th July

Welcome to Miel! I love texture, and for this shawl I was inspired to create a piece that was rich with it! From the embossed pockets of the Nut stitch to the minimal eyelets, this shawl indulges you in panel after panel of lovely texture within the traditional shaping of a triangle shawl. To add even more interest each panel is separated with ...

Fithery is a fun pattern for a pair of textured fingerless mittens! Twisted stitches travel up the back of the hand and an increased thumb gusset gives you the perfect fit!

The Fither hat is named after the way my Lancashire Grandma always said feather, which I always found very random and endearing! The twisted stitches remind me so much of feathers and create a beautiful texture.

I’m so happy to introduce you to Crilly! Crilly is your staple knitted hat. Crisp cables on a background of reverse stockinette create a super wearable, super satisfying knit. Made in Quince & Co’s Lark it works up really quickly and makes a lovely, stretchy fabric that gives you the perfect fit.

Say hello to Cushy, a squishy and colourful new addition to your home! Knit in the round this pattern gives you the option of a simple, enclosed cushion, or if you are feeling adventurous a steeked version with ribbed edging! If you would like to try steeking but have never done it before I’ve included instructions!

I’m so excited to introduce Ginnel, a super chunky and cosy pair of fingerless mittens! For this pattern I wanted to create the ultimate gift knitting project; simple, fast and free! Think of them as your blank canvas to paint however you like, to make the as special and individual as the person receiving them. In the images I have shown just a...

As the nights grow darker and the air crisper, Brustle are the perfect pair of mittens to slip on to keep the chill away. The snug twisted stitch cuff keeps them extra cosy while the slip stitch colourwork make for an engaging but relaxing knit.

Winterfold is now available as a single pattern, but if you would still like to purchase it as part of WOODS you can do so at https://www.making-stories.com/shop/woods.

I’m so excited to share Fettled with you, a crescent-shaped shawl packed with texture and super easy to wear. If styling shawls has been something you’ve struggled with in the past, this may be the one for you. The long, gently curving shape can be easily worn like a traditional scarf, making the transition from the warmer to cooler months a br...

LAUNCH DAY PROMOTION! To celebrate this new release, from now until May 6, you can get 50% off my existing sock patterns when you purchase Parky! No code is needed, just add Parky and any of my other sock patterns to you cart and the discount will be automatically applied!

Welcome to Luggy! These socks look intricate and textured but it’s actually a simple stitch pattern featuring cables and twisted stitches. Knit toe up and with a super stretchy twisted rib at the back of the leg, you can get the perfect fit!

Thank you so much for buying this pattern! When I was designing Mizzlin I wanted make something that would be the perfect project for knitters who are new to colour work, but would also be a fun project for more advanced crafters! Knit in the round, the majority of the colour work is knit in the body with simple decreasing at the crown, and fin...

The Dotty Mitts are a lovely combination of traditional and modern! Their lovely winding cables and moss stitch body create a lovely texture at your finger tips, while the tops, thumbs and contrasting cast on give a bright pop of colour to spice up murky, grey days!

Coddle is a big bear hug of a cowl! Knit in Quince & Co’s Lark, it’s the perfect accessory to snuggle into for Autumn/Winter.