9 wonderful easy to make patterns, clean cuts, only garter or stockinette stitch. The yarn used is a super light and warm baby alpaca bouclé yarn, called Buchara Light. The structure of the yarn reminds me of curly persian sweet lambs and hence we called it Buchara. Knits with this yarn create a wonderful effect on the surface and hence you do not need any patterns than garter or other simple stitches to create a show stopping effect.

This is an eBook with 21 accessories made from Zealana brushtail possum yarns for winter: shawls, caps, hats, scarfs, wrist warmers, and gloves.

A collection of 4 casual sweaters for men. Adaptable for women as well. Made with and for Zealana yarns, but adaptable to many other yarns.

8 Unique Designs for a unique natural luxury bulky boucle yarn. Clear cuts and natural and bold colors to show of the beauty of this yarn.

This shoulder warmer is knitted from the top in one piece. The increases are worked in the pattern. The turtleneck begins with an Italian tubular cast-on for stretch (and beauty). Tucks and eyelet pattern form the curved finish. It is a good staple for your wardrobe, to wear under jackets and coats as well as over dresses and blouses.

This shawl is started on the narrow side and is interesting to knit with the varied patterns and stripes and textured bouclé. The pattern sequence is symmetrical, going backwards from the center.The edges are formed with slip stitches. By increasing to the center and then decreasing again, the shawl has a slight crescent curve or banana shape. ...

This sweater is knit in one piece from top to bottom in stockinette stitch in rounds. We start at the back neckline and knit in German short rows with increases till we can close the neckline to the round. The increases in the round yoke are integrated into the two-color fair isle pattern. Zealana Heron’s yarn is from New Zealand, so the strand...

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Isar Pebble is a cropped summer tee which is knitted top down in one piece. So it is easy adjustable to your wished length and figure.

The scarf and beanie Snow Flurry was the Advent Mystery Knit 2021 coming in a beautiful Christmas Countdown Box with all the yarn and knitting supplies, a written knitting step and small surprises every day from December 1 - 24. Here the final pattern consisting of a scarf 250 cm long and ca. 26 cm wide and the matching beanie. A varied sequenc...

This is the January pattern of our Knitting Calendar Knit Time 2022.

This is the May 2022 design of our Wall calender / digital subscription Knit Time 2022. A straight raglan sweater with a mock turtle neck and I-Cord edging with an all over beautiful mosaic pattern which reminds me of portuguese tiles or Azuelos. Hence the name.

The cardigan is knitted from the top down in one piece. The yarn is light and elastic and thus does not pull down too much. This makes it easy to adjust the length to suit yourself and your preferences. The increases are made in the round yoke and at the beginning and end of rows. The cardigan has light puffed sleeves, a knit-on neck band and a...

This is a throwover or poncho in vivid colors to shine over a dress or more casual, jeans and T-Shirt. Easy and comfortable to wear and a highlight of your outfit. The 2 rectangles are knitted in 1 piece from the back bottom over the shoulders to the front. I-Cords are added to bind them under the arms and at the front.

This is a very interesting piece between cardigan, poncho and wrap. Casual, floating, warming when necessary and very stylish.

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The pattern was published in Verena / Burda Tricote 1/21 in only 1 size (small) We scaled it into 3 sizes. It is available now in German and English.

This big light warm cowl can be worn over your shoulders and cover your neck or you put it over your head as well to cover it from the back like a hood. The draping reminds me all those Russian women covering their heads with shawls in winter – hence the name Babushka which is Russian for grandmother. The hat or cap is possible to wear with dou...

This is a set of a long scarf of 30 cm widths and 220 cm length and a matching beanie hat. It was part of our Advent Mystery Knit experience. Now the full pattern here available in German and English, not in 24 steps, but all together.

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This is a slipover or top with short arms. It is knitted top down with a yoke and throughout in rounds. The increases are made within the unusual pattern. It should have a little ease (about 4-5 cm circumference) around your natural bust as it should be worn with a blouse or a shirt under it. The body is straight and hip long. The arms are fini...

This read little cropped cardigan had to be made! It was my very last 5 balls of Air Lace in this gorgeous color not produced any more. But there are 15 more gorgeous colors to choose from and I will make another one for myself:-)

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Easy quick bulky oversized knit for any level. Do not shy away from boucle, this one gives you a satisfying knitting experience. Keeps you warm for any outdoor entertainment.

Long and cosy Faux Fur Scarf/Shawl. It reverses the colors of the “Another Oversize” sweater and is actually part of this set. The textured and nupped structure comes with the yarn and the scarf is an easy quick knit.

The big cosy shawl is a slight banana shape.

A Statement Hat! The natural boucle yarn gives it a faux fur appearance, the hot pink color the edge.

The back of this hat reminds the heads of all those little Aliens in Science fiction films. So that is why the name. The textured structured natural Boucle yarn adds a lot of interest to this beanie. You will not even see the stitches after making. Easy and quick to make.

This shawl has a little head covering included and the name derives from the long tails on top of the head. Natural boucle yarn gives it a great Boho touch. Easy to make with a show stopping effect.

Bulky natural Boucle yarn makes this casual sweater edgy. Loose fit and stripes add interest to the picture.

Easy piece of brioche, cowl for all occassions.

The yarn does the WOW effect for you. It is a pure natural Boucle knitted in garter stitch loosely. Creates gorgeous designs without doing much.

Isn’t it different? A hat everyone will turn the head to look at. Unusual shape, but easy to make! Good for any bulky yarn, quickly made. If you take it off you can clip it to something and will never loose it.

This is the March pattern of our digital subscription and/or Wall Calender Knit Time 2022. The set of a hat with a big shawl has a brioche cable pattern which is meandering through the shawl and repeated in front of the hat. It is lofty and drapes wonderful and can be worn in different ways. The pattern is reversible, not only from back and fro...

Striped Scarf and Hat using different natural Colors. The Scarf is knit from the long side with I cord edging. The hat is knit from the Center of the rectangle and then sideways. Shaped with short rows and increases/decreases.

The scarf is easy to make with a little concentration on counting at the start and then the pattern develops and you can see your next stitches. For beginners and advanced level fun to knit.

Knitted with the Fingering yarn held double this slipped stitch scarf is a wonderful piece for your winter wardrobe.

Colourful and full of different knitting techniques as Fair Isle, Lace, stripes and some crochet - a pattern for the more experienced and adventurous knitter. The result is a gorgeous banana shaped shawl which will certainly become a piece of admiration from your friends.

Sizes: Small/Medium, fits 53-56 cm circumference

Sizes: Small/Medium, fits 53-56 cm circumference

Sizes: Small/Medium, fits 53-56 cm circumference

Little cardigan with new Fair Isle motifs

This is a very light summer top, which creates interest through Color, material and structure. In sizes S and M it just weighs 100 grams and is made from 1 hank only. It is made bottom up in one piece with raglan shaping at the little short sleeves. Instruction comes in written and with a chart.

Do want to try something new?

This Coat weighs only 200 g!

Huge cosy shawl for those cold nights coming.

A long oversized coat in a slight A-Line, cosy, warm, but light. 400 to 500 g light Baby Alpaca Bouclé, just that. Threads are double, you knit with 6mm needles. Versatile to wear. If you do not want to have it so big, just knit a smaller size.

A very light but warm hat which shows off the bouclé yarn nicely and makes it to something special for your wardrobe. The yarn is available in many more colors at http://lanamania.net

This is a very light and cosy but warm cardigan. The shaping at the front edges gives it a little smoking appearance.

Light as you have nothing on you but warming for those cooler evenings. Just 150 g for size Medium. And knits up quickly. The very light Boucle Baby Alpaca gives this sweater a distinctive surface and you can wear it for elegant or casual purposes.

Cosy and feather light are those bricks!

This extremly light cosy comfy sweater is easy to make and a cool addition to your wardrobe. The baby alpaca fine bouclé yarn gives it a unique appearance.

This is the April design of our digital subscription / wall calender Knit Time 2022. It was published first in Verena It is a light flattering creamy Lace Cardigan for the cooler nights and days of spring, late summer or early fall. It is hip length and fastened with little buttons. The button holes are integrated into the cabled edge at the fr...

The ever changing colors of the inside of shells in New Zealand - the mother of pearl or Paua as the Maori say - inspired me to create this shawl. All the blues and greys of the Rimu yarn perfectly showcase this play of colors.

Light cardigan with fantasy pattern and ribbing. It comes with schemata, charts and pattern description row per row. Kiwi Lace from Zealana is a wonderful light yarn with an amazing stitch definition to show off this lace pattern.

These mittens are made from 1 ball of squishy Zealana Air Chunky. We wanted to try how far we go with 1 ball - and it is a pair of mittens!

Our exclusive design for Verena Spring 2016. Lacy, swingy yet fitting and figure flattering it is the perfect dress for late spring and summer. With an underdress or without, dressed up for going out or dressed down for the beach - versatile to be used for your desired purposes. The red adds a show stopper effect, but lighter and darker colors ...

this is an easy to go fresh “cool”ing summer top, easy to make, easy to wear, very comfortable and the yarn adds some shimmer and a cooling factor to the “breezing” through the mesh. Two rectangels are fastened by crochet. The crochet seams can be worn outside to add a little edgy design or inside to make it more elegant. The pattern will be fo...

I was always fascinated by asian cultures and especially the simple garment forms of the clothes in Japan and other countries. This Cardigan is made in Kimono shape and the gorgeous Kiwi Lace yarn adds a good drape. This floating fabric garment will be best for the colder summer evenings you are sitting outside.

This is a huge shawl which is almost flying because the yarn is so heavenly light as a breeze. The color work and the crecent form make it simple but different. It will be a show stopper in Buchara Light in this special color combination. Adds a sparkle to all your outfits. The yarn is available in a wide range of colors in our shop at http://l...

A very light Floating Shawl made from 100 gramm of Pearl Lace Yarn - the ideal hot summer Accessoires. The triangular shape is filled with shell like stitches to mimic a natural beach. It is 2 meters wide and 52 cm high and it is so light that it flies.

This is a very light and decorative Shawl / scarf for all occassions. Light breezes in summer, cooler evenings or just to look pretty. We used it for christianings and weddings. The fibre is draping beautifully and it is very airy and almost flying. The description is written line by line and with charts.

This is a summer or spring tee which is possible in x-ty Color combinations. Made from the top down in one Piece with a circular yoke and irregular increases to add something Special. Chevron striped pattern adds interest and is straightened out at the bottom. German Version on the owners Website.

This pattern is a simple Top for summer, made in one piece top down from shimmering cooling yarn in different Colors. If you buy the yarn you get the pattern free at www.lanamania.net. German pattern description on German Website.

Easy summer top which is good for the cooler evenings. The striped yarn adds some attraction. Knit it just with Pearl yarn and it will be even more floating and flattering. Comments and corrections welcome. The pattern was updated and re-worked April 2019.

100 g and a little Color, one piece top down, that’s it and ready for the summer! Looks more complicated than it is … this pattern will be available for free till Sunday, July 6th, 2014.

Show off how new colors work together! And make something different with them to see how they work together. This pattern looks like a lot of threads - but now there are not much! You will learn how to avoid them.

This is an easy piece but different as the construction is kind of unusual. The yarn is extraordinary luxurious- I wanted to make something where you can see and feel the softness and show the quality of the yarn.

I wanted something easy and cosy for those frosty winter days - and here it is.

The February Design of our Calender Knit Time 2022, a warm, gorgeous all over cabled rustic cardigan. I have re-knitted and reworked this design for myself in a more rustic, worsted yarn - Zealana Heron.

I like the dark jewels tones of the Kauri Fingering yarn and wanted to do something which brings them out all together shining. This combination is just right for it.

This came to my mind looking at cherry trees starting to blossom. This was exactly the same color and sheer of this yarn and it needed some light and floating design. The shawl Patterns is pretty easy, consisting only of increases and decreases as well as cast on and cast off.

I really wanted to do a crochet jacket which can be used for Jeans as well as in Business. This is a fitted jacket with a lacy all-over crochet pattern. It has shaping for waist and bust and a round neck shaping with a small round collar. It can be worn with and without a belt and fits jeans as well as formal clothes. The pattern comes in Mediu...

Skill Level: Easy, knit and purl

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate, knit and purl stitches,

This is an easy pattern with stunning color effect. You need to know knit stitches only and work with 2 colors. 1 color per each row. For every beginner.

Skill Level: Easy, knit and purl

Skill Level: Easy to intermediate, knit and purl, increases

Skill Level: Easy, knit and purl

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate, knit and purl, increases

Skill Level: Intermediate to Experienced, knit and purl,

Skill Level: Intermediate, circular knitting, knit and purl,

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate, knit and purl stitches,

Skill Level: Intermediate, knit and purl, yo, cables,

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate, knit and purl, cables

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Skill Level: intermediate, circular knitting, knit and purl,

Skill Level Knitting: Easy, knit and purl

Skill Level: Intermediate, Circular knitting, knit and purl,

This is a cropped cardigan or bolero worked all in stockinette stitch, with beautiful piping edging in a contrast colour, which contains embroidery and sequin beads.

Skill Level: Intermediate, knit and purl, increases and

This pattern was inspired by The Firmaments Lace Shawl from Bonnie Sennot - http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/firmaments-lace-s...

Knitted in the round, a concave warm thick cowl. Easy to intermediate level. You have to be familiar with increases and will learn how to make tucks for the easy to make structures.

This is a short straight raglan sweater knit top down in one piece. Only knit stitches in the round. The pin tucks create an interesting surface as well as the combination of the kiwi-green with the fuchsia edgings. The Rimu Fingering yarn adds a smooth cosy halo surface.

Lovely unisex hooded baby cardigan.

This shawl is knitted from the shorter side. It starts and ends with a rib pattern that turns into a reversible cable pattern. So it looks the same from both sides and warms by doubling the braids.