Kristin Spurkland

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Knitting: Beanie, Toque
This pattern uses seven colors of Shetland Spindrift and mix of charted and striped colorwork to create a colorful but relatively easy to knit Fair Isle design.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
This tam fits the average adult head. However, those with smaller heads and/or less hair may want a slightly tighter brim. For a tighter fit, knit the ribbing on a US #1, 16” circular needle.
Knitting: Cowl, Beanie, Toque
All are knit with Jamieson & Smith 2-Ply Jumper Weight, in 6-7 colors; however only partial skeins of each color are used.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Juniper features a braided edge worked with a variation of two-end knitting, and a simple but striking colorwork design.
Knitting: Balaclava
If you’ve ever looked at a pattern book from the 1940’s, you’ve probably seen some version of a knitted “helmet”.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Jane.2 is an updated version of a pattern that originally appeared in Shibui Luxury.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Nordland is a tam style hat, inspired by the colors and patterns of the garments of the Sami people of Northern Scandinavia.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap, Scarf
The Simple Shawl features an easy-to-memorize pattern that lends itself to a wide variety of yarn and needle combinations. The size can easily be adjusted—simply continue knitting the two row pattern until the shawl is the desired size. Note, however, that the row gauge is very compressed, with almost 3 times as many rows per inch as stitches p...
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
The “Fana” design of checks and stars originates on the west coast of Norway.
Knitting: Scarf
The striped section of the scarf is knit in a simple rib variation; stitches are then picked up along the edges for the two halves of the lining, which are joined with 3 needle bind off.
Knitting: Cardigan
Knit it in an afternoon!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Fischer will look best if the hat fits a touch on the loose side; if the hat is tight and has to stretch to fit over the head, the fish bone motif won’t read as clearly. So be careful to get the correct gauge, and keep those floats loose!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Beanie, Toque
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Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Fjord is a fingerless mitt worked in a faux cable pattern.
Knitting: Pullover
October is worked from the top down, making the sweater easily adjustable for a customized fit.
Knitting: Scarf
Lancaster is knit in a simple garter stitch variation, with a little edge treatment thrown in to make it more interesting. It’s knit loosely, on large needles, and combination of yarn, stitch pattern, and big needles results in a fabric that is springy, soft, reversible, and has incredible drape.
Knitting: Christmas Stocking
Perfect for last-minute holiday knitting, the Rustic Stocking can be completed in a couple days by a motivated knitter. It is easily customized by knitting or embroidering images, names, or initials into the top (red) section.
Knitting: Pullover
Elsa is worked from the top down, and is shaped with a combination of raglan and yoke style increases.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Arctic is knit with the yarn double stranded, meaning it is warm and super fast to knit.
Knitting: Hats - Other
The motifs used are in the “Fana” style, originating from the west coast of Norway.
Knitting: Pullover
River is the perfect sweater for when you want something casual to throw on with jeans, but still want to look pulled together. The wide v-neck and rib patterning across the back and sleeves make it very flattering for most body types.
Knitting: Pullover
Winter is an easy-fitting pullover with a slightly wide funnel neck in a simple rib variation.
Knitting: Christmas Stocking
The Nordic Christmas Stocking has a traditional stars-and-nets motif on the front, and diagonal stripes on the back.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Shawl is inspired by a traditional Norwegian design, and is made to wrap around the body and tie at the front.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Hanami is the March 2011 pattern for the Knit Purl sock club, featuring Koigu KPPPM in color Blossom Storm.
Knitting: Slippers
The Tingvoll slippers are sized by changing the weight of the yarn and size of needles used. Finer yarn and smaller needles will result in smaller slippers; heavier yarn and larger needles will result in larger slippers.
Knitting: Pullover
This pattern was originally published by ShibuiKnits under the name “Ikko”.
Knitting: Cardigan
Becky is a cropped length, top-down raglan cardigan, with waist shaping and a one button closure.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
Wrap yourself in a lacy halo with this elegant cable-and-lace shrug.
Knitting: Scarf
Elinor features a graduated rib and an asymmetrically placed cable pattern, knit up in in a mix of alpaca and silk yarns that create a luxurious drape.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Elizabeth is a textured, slouchy tam created with a combination of slipped and twisted stitches.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Emily features an easy-to-work, all-over texture pattern. The combination of wool, silk, and mohair yarns make this a lightweight yet warm and cozy hat.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Eustacia is a faux-mobius (“fauxbius”) wrap, and is appropriate for all knitting levels.
Knitting: Onesies
Inspired by a vintage onesie, this adorable little garment is easy to put on fussy babies and fun to knit. Machine-washable when knit with ShibuiKnits Sock, it’ll be a favorite in any baby’s wardrobe - making it a perfect shower gift for expectant mothers.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
The March pattern from Knit Purl’s 2008 Sock Club, this innovative pattern was written by local designer Kristin Spurkland. Featuring an unusual textured stitch pattern, this design is ideal for hand-painted yarns with high-contrast colors.
Knitting: Pullover
It’s taken forever, but I finally got around to making a pdf of this pattern available. No bells and whistles, just a text file. But at long last, it’s published!
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Featuring a graduated rib and one asymmetrically placed cable, the Cable and Rib Wrap is simple to knit but yields dramatic results.
Knitting: Baby Blanket
The colors in this blanket are broken up into a handsome tweed by holding Sock in one semi-solid and one fluid color. The simple stitch pattern means an interesting but quick knit, as well as adds a lovely detail to any crib.
Knitting: Vest
From book: Three options, ranging from subtle to bold. Each employs the same slip stitch pattern, the difference being the number of colors used. This vest is meant to fit close, for a look that is tailored and very modern.
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves, Gloves
The twisted knit pattern used for these gloves adds visual interest while also making a sturdier fabric.
Knitting: Earflap Hat, Beanie, Toque
Finished circumference: 21 1/2” 54.5 cm
Knitting: Mittens
Sizes Sm (Med, Lg)
Knitting: Slippers
Knit with a double strand of worsted-weight yarn on a size 8 needle, these slippers are dense and warm. Knitting this tightly does slow things down, especially on the twisted garter stitch sole, but the end result is well worth the trouble.
Knitting: Throw
Alternate gauge: 15 sts and 25 rows = approximately 4” 10 cm in pattern with two strands of yarn held together.
Knitting: Pullover
Finished Sizes
Knitting: Cardigan
Worked in one piece up to the armholes, this sweater features twisted stitches, mock cables, and a zipper closure— a contemporary alternative to the traditional buttoned up cardigan.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Finely knit with subtle pattern work on the leg, these elegant socks have a vintage feel.
Knitting: Cardigan
This unique side-to-side cardigan is a beautiful treasure for your littlest girls and boys.