Justine Chenel Designs

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
These socks are perfect to wear on your next adventure in the Sierra Nevada mountains to visit the alpine wildflowers. The meandering cables, and the low valleys and steep ridges of the western rib stitch pattern are reminiscent of the Sierra Nevada foothills where the beautiful goldenrod wildflowers bloom every summer. Worked from the toe-up, ...
Knitting: Cowl
A trip down to the river has always soothed my soul, every season offering different colors and sounds. The view from the shore as the river rushes by, waves meandering around the rocks and willows, is the inspiration behind this cowl. The Riverbend Cowl features reversible curving cables that criss-cross along the edge of smooth garter stitch,...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Receive a free copy of the Bestie Socks pattern with purchase of Jumbuck Double Sock from Silver Pennies Yarn Co!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
The Banner Mountain Shawl pattern release date is September 15th, 2022
Knitting: Tee
A fun, summer tee perfect for all of your warm weather adventures. Made with cool cotton yarn in contrasting colors, this tee lends itself to beautiful neutrals with bright pops of color, reminiscent of pink pimelea flowers. Using stockinette stitch on the body and garter stitch on the shoulders and hem, this tee works up like a breeze, with on...
Knitting: Beret, Tam, Mittens
The Aspen Grove Tam & Mittens set is two patterns in one! Part of the Reno Rafter 7: The Nevada Collection, a collaboration with Jimmy Beans Wool, Reno Rafter 7 is Jimmy Bean’s Wool’s first-ever truly local yarn! Made with wool from Rafter 7 sheep raised by the University of Nevada, Reno; spun into yarn by Mountain Meadow Wool; dyed by hand...
Knitting: Cowl
Just like the line that forms the boundary between the land and the oceans and lakes, this light drapey cowl is smooth with a curving waves pattern reminiscent of the outline of the coast. Featuring simple repeats of soft lace intersected withStockinette stitch, it is a relaxing, but intriguing cowl to knit.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Emerald Bay Shawl is the Make-A-Long knitting pattern for the 2021 Sierra Nevada Yarn Crawl!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This shawl is an ode to my sweet tooth, knit with scrumptious colors that remind me of the avenue of food and dessert vendors at the Nevada County fairgrounds, also known as Treat Street. The repeats of textured stitches and marled blocks of color are like the irresistible confections and sweets I crave. Knit with mini skeins, and holding two c...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This cute beanie is just like a glass of sparkling rosé - fun, pretty, and full of bubbles. The beanie features a short brim of 1x1 ribbing, a repeating motif of bubbly bobbles, and is topped off with a pompom. This combination is the perfect pairing for a speckled or variegated yarn. Put on your Pop & Fizz Beanie, pour yourself a refreshin...
Knitting: Cowl
A cozy cowl inspired by the beautiful autumn colors found on a walk through the woods in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Pairing a semi-solid color with a variegated color shows off the dark shades seen in the shadows of the forest floor against the ever-changing seasonal colors displayed in the tree canopy. The cowl is worked in the round as a lo...
Knitting: Cowl
A cozy cowl inspired by the beautiful colorful gradients created every day in the Sierra Nevada skies. The cowl is worked in the round as a long tube, using linen stitch to knit four colors and create a gradient. Once complete, the ends are joined together to form your cowl. Wear on your next adventure under the big blue sky.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The Sierra Nevada mountain range is dotted with crystal clear alpine lakes, each of which is surrounded by a panorama of trees and ridgelines. This beanie is perfect for a winter day adventuring around your favorite alpine lake. The colorwork motif features the mirrored reflection where the mountains meets the lake, and is knitted using strande...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Staying true to yourself can be both comforting and challenging, just like the combination of knitting garter stitch and lace. This shawl is cozy, yet lightweight, and features arrowhead lace and garter ridges.  Knit with an alpaca/silk blend yarn for warmth, strength, and shine, just like the characteristics you are made of. Knit your shawl wi...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The Western Slope Beanie features a gorgeous braided cable that sits between a squishy, stretchy rib pattern with just the perfect amount of slouch. This beanie is both cozy and stylish and will fit into anyone’s wardrobe. Wear it on your next trek through your favorite mountain trail.
Knitting: Scarf
Donations from pattern sales will go to the Japanese Americans for Justice organization.