Eline Oftedal
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Knitting: Scarf
Here is a new twist on our cosy friend the scarf! Designing this pattern I wanted to use cables, and create a new twist. The result; fringes on of of the long sides! This scarf is self fringing!
Knitting: Mittens
Warm and cosy fingers make any dreary winter day better. It´s so easy to knit a pair for cosy mittens, and you don´t need double pointed needles or magic loops to make these.
Knitting: Hanging Ornament
Why not knit a Christmas wreath? It is fast and easy and a knitted wreath adds a lovely soft touch to any decoration.
Knitting: Cowl
This collar is knitted form the neck and down. It is knitted in the round, which means you can knit every round! You can use a wide variety of yarn. I used a hand spun one for the model.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
November 2016: I have adjusted the pattern to a better fit. There are now only five repeated og the stitch pattern.
Knitting: Pullover
The inspiration for this sweater comes from a day at the beach! I love the colours at the beach, where the blue ocean and sky meet the sand and shore.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Hats are the best way to keep your head warm and wonderful during the cold months. I have made three hats form the same pattern so you can add your colours and personality to your favourite hat!
Knitting: Pullover
It’s so exciting to knit a little sweater for a new human being! Whether you knit for your own baby or someone else it will probably be the first hand knit sweater this new world citizen will have…unless someone beat you at it! Then the baby is double lucky!
Knitting: Tee
A knitted short sleeve top can come in handy in any wardrobe. It is great for spring and autumn and easy to layer in the winter.
Knitting: Pullover
This is just the kind of cosy garment I wear when I want to stay warm in style. It’s knitted in two identical parts and stitched together at the sides.
Knitting: Cup / Mug
I made this cup cosy as a way to thank my customers and supporters for their loyalty and support throughout this year.
Knitting: Electronics Cozy
Now here is a great gift; a cool looking Kindle cover! I made this for my husband and he really likes it. I hope he is not the only one, so here is the knitting pattern!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Years ago I saw a pair of Victorian needlepoint slippers at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, and fell in love with the great pattern the fox heads made. For more than 20 years the idea of using fox head pattern has lived at the back of my mind, and finally it came to something. I made the hat for myself last winter and it is my favouri...
Knitting: Pillow / Cushion
Nothing beats a soft hand knit cushion cover for comfort. The Daisy Cushion Cover fits a 50x 50 cushion. It is easy to knit and will add a touch of Nordic simplicity to your home. It does make a perfect gift too!
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
When I designed this shrug I was in a phase of making circles in lace patterns. So the challenge I gave myself was to make something other than capelets and neck warmers. This is the result!
Knitting: Ankle Sock
Are you worried that Mr. Right might get cold feet before the big day? Why not knit him a pair of socks to make sure his feet stay warm. Not only will he be sure to have toasty toes with these socks on, they also give a gentle reminder of what to say to commit himself on the wedding day!
Knitting: Pullover
Summer isn’t always as warm as we would like it to be. Therefor I have designed a sporty summer sweater! It’s knitted in kid mohair on slightly thicker needles than is recommended for the yarn. The result is an airy and cosy sweater perfect for not so warm summer days!
Knitting: Ankle Sock
Often called peds these anklet socks are so cute and cool that you will want to wear them all the time.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
It’s something simple with a hint of retro about this hat! I love the Westie pattern. Where ever they show up they make everyone cheerful.
Knitting: Boot Cuffs / Toppers
These Fair Isle boot cuffs are a marvellous way to fill in the gaps in your boots and make a lovely winter fashion statement. They work equally well with tall boots as with ankle boots. Knit in DK weight yarn they are not bulky, but add a lovely bit of colour in the cold months. You can fold them over the top of your boots, or just let them pee...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
I named these Fair Isle socks after a bay at the northern tip of the Fair Isle. The socks are knitted in a traditional colour way that reflects the beauty for the island.
Knitting: Electronics Cozy
Isn’t it facinating when traditions meet high tech?! Now your smartphone can live in a traditional Fair Isle knitted sock when not in use! All you need is a bit of scrap yarn and some time to sit down and knit.
Knitting: Potholder
These pot holder are inspired by the retro Cathrineholm enamel ware! Easy to knit and a cool addition to any kitchen!
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Inspired by the simplicity and beauty of the retro kitchen enamel ware from Kathrineholm, I knitted this hat!
Knitting: Cowl
A great looking cneck cozy that you can knit up in no time at all. If you use bi-coloured yarn you can knit in the darker edge (like the model) or the lighter coloured edge.
Knitting: Pullover
If you feel like some fluffy company this is it! All the little bunnies have a 3 dimensional tail! The swear is knit bottom up and in one piece. It makes it a fun and fast project. The bunnies are knitted in white mohair yarn to give then a fluffy look. The tail is a bubble knitted over 4 stitches.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Everyone looks good in a tam! It’s a classic and should be a staple in all winter wardrobes.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
A fast knit and a great wear. The hat is fitted so that it rest on the crown of your head and is not tight around the forehead.
Knitting: Poncho
I wanted some fun classy and not too warm knit to wear at the office. It had be something I could feel comfortable in when all the men would wear a suite and tie. This is what I came up with! I love it and I’m sure it will look great in more fun colours too.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
The lovely silhouettes of the 1920’s and 30’s are hat I had in mind when started to work on this top. I put on some jazz, got our some powder pink yarn and started knitting. I can see Greta Garbo in this one!
Knitting: Poncho
The beautiful colour combinations and patterns of the Fair Isle inspired this capelet. I looked at the colour combinations of the old Fair Isle sweaters and transformed the traditional garment into a modern fashion accessory. Since the Fair Isle patterns hit the fashion scene in the 1920s it has never left!
Knitting: Cardigan
A timeless feminine shape is what I wanted when I designed this cardigan. It is knitted in garter stitches and the sleeves are knitted onto the yoke so there are no seams. The pattern gives instructions for the cardigan and the collar and cuffs. You can choose any other edging that you like to make it your perfect garment. You can dress it up o...
Knitting: Poncho
The delicate lace pattern at the bottom of this top looks likes the leaves of the cocoa plant, and when knitted in chocolate brown with a white finish , it makes me think of hot chocolate.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero
All you need on a summer evening! Who want’s to cover up your wonderful summer outfit when the evening gets chilly?
Knitting: Scarf
Some times in spring we feel like dressing for summer, light breezy clothes made for long warm days. We have waited so long for this, but the temperature is not right there. That is when you will reach for this scarf! It feels like summer and warms like a friend!
Knitting: Pullover
You can’t find a cooler way to add a bit of warmth, and it is so easy to knit! This seamless top is knit in one pice in light weight Icelandic wool. The long neck can be pulled right up to sunggle cold ears, or it can drape the neck, the choise is yours.
Knitting: Tee
A long sleeve wool sweater can often be too warm to wear inside. Still on cold days it’s nice to have a snug sweater. I made this top wear on just those cold days when indoor is your place! In Norway we call the pattern rose pattern. It is found in almost all our traditional knitting in one way ot another. I hope you enjoy knitting and wearing ...
Knitting: Slippers
Knit these cool and warm slippers for your self, firends and family. They are sure to make any feet warm and snug!
Knitting: Scarf
If you are new to knitting this is a perfect project for you. It’s easy and gives a very pretty result. If you are an experienced knitter this is your fun way to get rid of scrap yarn. You see the scarf here in two different colour combinations, and you can easily make your own!
Knitting: Cowl
Cool, warm and easy! That’s a great combination for a weekend knitting project. This neck warmer is knitted in two tones to make it stand out from the ordinary.
Knitting: Pullover
Any man will love this sweater. It’s cool, warm and has a slimmer fit than the usual woolly sweater. The ragland shoulders and crew neck look simple and smart! The sweater is easy to knit and the finishing is easy since you knit body and sleeves together for the yoke.
Knitting: Pullover
A long sleeve wool sweater can often be too warm, so I decided to drop the sleeves! Here is the result; a cool versatile top that will keep you warm, but not make you hot. The best thing of all is that it’s quick and easy to knit.