It doesn’t get any cuter than this, a sweet little vest with a fringe of hearts. Match it with pretty buttons and it will be a heart’s delight for a sweet little cutie.

Here is an interesting experiment with my wonderful Silky Wool yarn: the oversized sweater is knitted at a looser gauge than normal and then machine-washed. This results in a slightly felted, soft fabric that is stabilized at the looser gauge.

Headwear is quick and fun to knit, and a beret is a very flattering style for most of us. Here I have used a narrow Viking Cable panel for the brim and combined it with plain stockinette for the crown.

This is a cool little sweater with a simple lace pattern that is easy and fun to knit. The holes are placed in groups between pairs

A versatile shell with a tiny floral motif scattered across. I made

This sweater was originally worked in a cotton yarn but I have chosen to re-work it in my lovely Hempathy.

A spectacular pattern on a simple sweater; two Viking Knits panels, a wider one centered front and back, framed by a narrow panel that is also used on the sleeves. Baby cable edgings framed by garter stitch at the bottom, sleeves and neck are details that enhance the design. This is a clear case of the result being more than the sum of its parts.

Siobhan is a very complex design, which is why it is only comes in two sizes. For those fortunate enough to wear one of those sizes, it is a dramatic as well as flattering design which can be worn with anything from jeans to a swirling taffeta skirt. The model garment is made in ClassicAl, an Alpaca and Wool blend, now discontinued, but it work...

Here’s a fun pair of mittens. The mittens are worked in a garter slip stitch pattern that is as easy to knit as it is pretty. The top of the mitten is shaped in garter stitch so there is no conflict with the pattern. Now the thumb is another story. It is knitted on to the side of the mitten, using short rows. This is not hard either just a very...

Mosaic patterns have always been among my favorites because they are so easy to knit. This sweater is basic in shape, but the pattern is fairly complex. The colors and pattern placement are inspired by

I’ve always loved mosaic patterns, and this one is perfect for an easy neck warmer.

Tristan was originally published in my book The Embraceable You Collection, made in an Angora blend long discontinued.

Sometimes I just want a comfy sweater, something to keep me warm and cozy, and this cardigan is just that. It’s roomy and just long enough. It has pockets to keep your hands warm. I chose to knit it in my Misty Wool, an all-natural blend of wool and hemp. It has warmth, it has texture, and it is just plain gorgeous.

Drama in a sweater is’nt always what you need. Inez has clean lines, a perfect fit and details that boost the appearance, like rolled edges and cabled decreases along the armholes and neckline. Coupled with the lovely Misty Wool yarn, this makes for a very wearable garment.

It doesn’t get much sweeter. This little cardigan isn’t over the top but filled with femininity and style. Pair it with a dress or with jeans, the sweetness remains.

There is always need for a pretty summer sweater and Sandrine is just that. Umcomplicated, wearable and very pretty, it is certain to enhance any occasion and the cool Hempathy, cotton, hemp and viscose blend makes it comfortable in just about any summer weather.

Sometimes less is more, as long as it is still pretty, and Siri is just that, a cardigan that is appealing on its own but will not compete with e.g. a spectacular piece of jewelry. The lovely Hempathy yarn makes it a perfect summer cover-up.

Mist was originally published in Viking Knits and Ancient Ornaments in another yarn and another gauge. Here I have adapted it for Silky Wool, making it suitable for a broader temperature range as well as extending the potential use to a wider spectrum of situations. Charted cable pattern only.

Erna was originally knitted in another yarn, now long gone, but it is so pretty it deserves a longer life. The juxtaposition of the strict block pattern against the delicate, wavy lace is enhanced by the lovely Hempathy yarn. The scarf is worked from the ends and grafted together in the middle. It all comes together to create a thoroughly weara...

A classical beret knit in the round. It uses only stockinette stitch and k2, p2 ribbing. I added a matching pair of fingerless mittens as well as a neck warmer.

The main pattern on this jacket is a development of Barbara Walker’s Persian Twist from her Charted Knitting Designs. I have also used her explanation for the unusual central double increase. The special increase makes this a design for advanced knitters (or very motivated ones). The challenges are all on the right side rows leaving you to rest...

Here’s a cap that is guaranteed to keep your ears warm. The brim is folded up to create a double layer. The Polperro pattern of knits and purls is a traditional pattern from Cornwall, named after a picturesque fishing village. There was just enough yarn left for a pair of wrist warmers.

This could be described as a vest or a short-sleeved jacket. Soft as a cloud, this warm wrap is as close as you get to a hug in yarn. And it knits up quickly using a simple reversible cable pattern combined with the Polperro pattern which consists of only knits and purls.

Hjalte was originally made for Knitter’s magazine, way back when, but I decided that it deserved a longer life. Here is a slightly modified version.

A cool, helmet shaped cap with ear flaps to keep your ears warm and a pair of matching fingerless mittens both decorated with a Viking Knits motif. The pattern includes a headband with the same ornamentation.

A cool, helmet shaped cap with ear flaps to keep your ears warm and a pair of matching fingerless mittens both decorated with a Viking Knits motif. The pattern includes a headband with the same ornamentation.

A sweater for the guy who wants a comfortable sweater with personality. The surface pattern on the front and back is emphasized by the ribbed pattern at the sides and on the sleeves as well as by the rustic character of the Misty Wool yarn. A shallow V-neck allows the sweater to be worn with or without a shirt.

Traveling stitches are among my techniques. Worked on the right side, so I can rest on the wrong side rows, these minature cables can be worked without a cable needle making the knitting quite effortless.

Oversized comfort and a dramatic asymmetrical pattern of knots on diagonal bands. The ribbed sleeves and collar puts the focus on the Viking knot pattern and the Misty Wool yarn adds interest. Front and back are fairly challenging to knit, the rest is a breeze.

In The Third Viking Knits Collection I featured a sleeved shawl named Logi knitted in a yarn long discontinued. I recently made a new version in Silky Wool, using the same panel, but this time separating the panels with two cables instead of one. This makes it possible to knit the sections separately and create a neck opening thereby offering n...

Named for Diana, the Roman goddess of the hunt, the Moon and nature, this thoroughly romantic A-line jacket is flattering for any figure. It is quite challenging to knit since there is pattern and shaping going on at the same time but, using only standard techniques, it is not difficult.

Oona has a front panel that is demanding with an easy garter and stockinette block pattern at each side. The back is block pattern only. The ribbed sleeves and collar pull the look together.

Lace patterns do not have to be delicate and dainty. Here is a winter warmer combo in a chunky soft yarn and a simple but effective lace pattern. Knit one or knit all three pieces. The patterns are normally easier to knit back and forth but for these small projects I chose to work them around, both to avoid disfiguring seams and to save on fini...

Fairly easy knitting creates big drama for pieces that pop with

A sweet cardigan where two simple lace patterns and stockinette play against each other. The edgings are narrow eyelet rows framed in garter and the eyelets also double as buttonholes at the front.

This design was originally published in Book 2, The Sentimental Journey Collection. Back then it was worked in a cotton yarn in another gauge. I have re-calculated the pattern for my lovely Hempathy yarn. It is calculated for 2 in / 5 cm negative ease.

A slightly shaped sweater with a garter rib lower section and sleeves and an easy lace pattern at the top.

A new Viking Knits pattern where the k2, p2 ribbing echoes the 2-stitch bands of the cable panels. Cleverly placed decreases at the armhole and neckline makes it totally self edged, bringing the finishing down to a minimum. Planned for 2-4 in / 5-10 cm ease, but the ribbing makes it very flexible.

The ribbing is worked around and the work is divided for armholes. New sts are cast on and back and front are worked separately in lace pattern. The shoulders are joined with a three needle bind-off and the neck and armhole edgings are picked up and knitted in stockinette, folded to back and sewn in place.

Straight forward knitting with baby cables and garter stitch on a straight sweater. The shoulders are knitted together and the sleeves picked up and knitted downwards, eliminating some of the finishing.

Chest 33 (36½) 40¼ (43¾) 47¼ (50¾) in

A relaxed comfortable sweater, perfect for almost any everyday occasion. The interesting asymmetrical cable pattern creates a nice contrast to the simple structured rib pattern on the sleeves and collar. Welts at the top of the sleeves and around the neckline add sophistication and the Misty Wool yarn supplies character.

Traveling stitches are just miniature cables and when you learn to work them without cable needles the knitting becomes so engaging.

To me, a classic is a garment that is wearable even after many years and I think Marguerite A falls into that category. Originally designed in Cable Cotton back in 2004, now, thirteen years later, I felt that it was time for it to return. I’ve re-worked it my lovely Misty Wool yarn which adds a sublime contrast to the the lace pattern.

A 7th century glass bowl was found when excavating an iron age boat grave in Valsgärde in Uppland, north of Stockholm, Sweden. The bowl, probably roman, was the inspiration for the hat Frej, and the wrist warmers were derived from the hat design. The crown is knitted around so there is very little finishing on the hat, just a short seam at cent...

The name consists of two parts; one meaning sacred and one meaning fight. So it seems to me that this garment; sweater, tunic or poncho, must be perfect for a modern warrior godess. Big and cozy for a walk in the woods or for dancing in the meadows.

A spectacular pattern on a simple sweater; two Viking Knits panels, a wider one centered front and back, framed by a narrow panel that is also used on the sleevesand narrow rolled edges at the bottom, sleeves and neck. A clear case of the result being more than the sum of its parts.

Once in a while, I stumble on a pattern that is so exquisite and eye catching that nothing else is necessary. This unusual and beautiful lace pattern is such a one. Place it at the center front of an otherwise plain sweater, add the lovely Silky Wool yarn in a wonderful color and it is enough. Happy Knitting!

A cute beanie for both guys and gals. Sizing is changed in part by changing needle size. The beanie is super simple, knitted in the round. The matching fingerless mittens are fairly easy, but if you eliminate the thumb gusset, they are super simple too.

A flattering shape and everyday relaxed elegance, this is your go-to set for the cold season. Quick and easy knitting in super soft Luscious Llama, its all knits and purls. The basketweave pattern has written instructions only.

This set is all about romance. The hat, I call it a hat because its shape resembles the cloche hats favored a century ago, is flattering and there are matching fingerless gloves which also add to the romance. Super soft Luscious Llama provides the warmth. The knitting is a bit of a challenge; knitting around with reverse stockinette as the back...

Here are some fun small projects that pop with color and textural interest.

Classical, comfortable, cool; this set of scarf, wrist warmers and / or neck warmer is suitable for both women and men. The smaller wrist warmers are sized for women and the larger for men. The cable and block patterns are charted only. If you find cables daunting, the block pattern alone would create a nice texture. Easy and fun knitting.

Softer than a jacket, and more comfortable, but still elegant enough for the office or a night out. Megan has cabled panels along the front button band, at the center back and sleeves. The yarn is soft and drapey and the Faux Ribbing is stretchy so there’s a minimum of shaping at the sides. The pointed wings of the collar add a touch of feminin...

Yes I know, you have to have a good body to wear a knitted skirt (although a slip underneath will work wonders). But I just had to make this dramatic, almost Gothic skirt with its intricate lace border. It is worked from the top down to make the most of the pattern.

This vest may not be for everybody, but for the right person it is dramatic as well as flattering. There is very little finishing and it offers the opportunity to flaunt a favorite pin or brooch for fastening. The lovely Misty Wool Yarn gives the pattern interest and definition.

An airy, relaxed top that is easy to knit, easy to wear.

Here’s my personal summer favorite.

Bea is an airy top, straight with a boat neck and short sleeves. The pattern is placed in a V-formation that comes naturally with this pattern. It is placed mostly above the bra line so its transparency is not an issue.

Easy elegance with a touch of romance defines this top with a simple textured pattern set off by an intricate lace panel on the front. There’s no shaping at the sides, and no shaping for armholes, instead a drawstring at the waist supplies shaping possibilities when you wear the top. The lovely Hempathy yarn is supple and cool. Crocheted picot ...

Dramatic yet easy to wear, a poncho is a perfect cover-up for the period between seasons, or with a jacket underneath, when it gets quite cold. Straight pieces and a pattern that provides some challenge. The edging with its mitered corners provides the extra touch. A wind-proof lining, attached inside the edging, will greatly enhance the wearab...

Here is a Viking Knits Sweater for the Viking Guy. The cabled yoke accentuates the shoulders and, as an unusual feature, the cabling is echoed on the lower part of the sleeve.

Worked in two strands of Silky Wool, it is more of a jacket than a cardigan. It has a number of unusual features such as an attached garter front band, horizontally attached cables and cabled motifs on a garter stitch background.

Just a plain hoodie, suitable for both girls and boys. The eagle motif on the kangaroo pocket is inspired by Native American imagery and the contrast color is used again in the rolled edgings.

Olivia is a versatile cardie with a pretty pattern balanced by plain stockinette sleeves (the sleeves have the same rolled edgings as the body). Note that the st count varies between rows.

A simple, yet interesting pattern combined with a subtle color and knit in a wonderfully soft and reasonably thin yarn. Of course he will love it. And it knits up quickly and easily.

There’s plenty of minimalist sophistication in this sweater that sets of two tiny knit and purl patterns against each other. The unusual neckline construction provides additional interest.

Knitted with 2 strands of yarn!

This sweater features a lace pattern framed with cables. The lace pattern is easy and straight forward to knit, the shape is classical, only accented by a cable around the neck.

Here’s a pretty little thing to keep your neck warm. A fairly easy lace project that uses only one skein, although if you want to match it with the cute cuffs, you’ll need two. One or two evenings worth of knitting and just a bit of a challenge and you’re set to stave off the autumn chills.

The pattern provides several options for a set of beret and wrist warmers, all in a easy knit and purl stripe pattern with a single cable motif.

Is it a vest or is it a tabard? Either way it is comfy, stylish and just warm enough for office wear or dinner with friends. The ties provide a slimming effect and the longer back, a modern touch. Strategically placed cable motifs create a unique touch to this otherwise easy garment.

In my world you can never get enough comfy sweaters. Here’s on that’s mostly easy knitting – moss stitch, but with a limited amount of challenge – the cable panel on the front. Here I’ve updated the classical shape by making the back longer than the front. Slits at the sides areoptional.

A pretty cap with a pretty leaf pattern that can be worn in different ways to complement different facial shapes and dress styles. And it is quick and fun knitting.

An easy cardigan that could very well become a staple in your wardrobe. The measurements are a little tricky – they indicate a larger size but when worn, the cardigan drapes around the body in a very flattering manner. The cable pattern only allows for two sizes; one to fit a Small to Medium and one size to fit Large to X-large.

Is it a wrap, a shawl with seams, a weird jacket? I don’t know but it provides warmth and drama at the same time. Straight pieces and a simple but interesting pattern makes for joyful knitting. The garment is shown in the smaller size on a size medium model.

Is it a wrap, a shawl with seams, a weird jacket? I don’t know but it provides warmth and drama at the same time. Straight pieces and a simple but interesting pattern makes for joyful knitting. The garment is shown in the smaller size on a size medium model.

Ingunn is a very feminine and flattering garment. When I designed it for my Third Viking Knits Collection, it was quite innovative in its construction and it has been one of my most sought after patterns. The original yarn has been discontinued, but the gauge makes it suitable for two of my yarns; Misty Wool and Aran. The design is somewhat cha...

Finished measurements

Yrsa was first published in Knitters Magazine K72, Fall 2003 under the name Cul-de-sac, using the Merino DK yarn.I