The Lucian Collar is a decorative, sculptural knit. The base circumference is cast on and the collar worked from base to neckline in the round. A web-like form with draping strands of stockinette stitch is achieved through sequences of bound off and cast on stitches.

The Brightline Hat is knit in the round, from brim to crown. The German Twisted Cast-On method is used for enhanced stretch and durability. A generous length of 2x2 ribbing is used for the brim and is meant to be folded upward. The body and crown of the hat feature a simple yet bold stranded colorwork design.

The Brightline Sweater is a top-down circular yoke pullover. The neckline of the sweater is cast on and sweater worked seamlessly in the round. Short rows are worked to raise the back of the neckline. Increases are worked in the stockinette areas to the body / sleeve separation point. The body is then knit in the round to the hem. Sleeve stitch...

Port Clyde is worked flat in front and back pieces from the bottom up. Shoulders are seamed using the three-needle bind off technique and sides are seamed from hem to underarm using a mattress stitch. Sleeve stitches are picked up around the armhole and sleeves knit in the round to the cuff. Instructions are also included for a sleeveless versi...

Sunset Collection

Sunset Collection

Sunset Collection

Sunset Collection

This design was inspired by the linear and organic shapes that mingle in nature. The stranded portion is meant to mimic accumulating snow on a winter beach; the shifting sand shaping the snow into scalloped peaks and valleys. The embroidered straight vertical lines reference rivulets, sketching lines in the sand as the waves come ashore.

Sunset Collection

Wild Oak is a garter stitch tank, knit flat, from the bottom up. The front is composed of a charted tree design. Long floats are embraced and used as a design element. Knitters are encouraged to get creative in deciding whether to carry floats on the right side, wrong side or combination of the two. This variable leads to endless variety and a ...

Tweeddale is a drop shoulder pullover knit from the bottom up. The lower body is knit in the round to the underarm split, front and back are then separated and knit flat to the shoulders. Shoulders are angled using short rows and seamed using the 3-needle bind off technique. Sleeve stitches are picked up and knit in the round to the cuff. The b...

Franklin Park was inspired by my love of formal gardens, conservatories and landscape design. The natural world is an ever present muse for me. Orderly plans for the wildness of nature is a concept I find intriguing.

November Oak II is a drop shoulder constructed pullover knit from the bottom up. The body is knit in the round to the underarm then separated and knit flat, in front and back pieces, to the shoulders. Shoulders are seamed then stitches picked up around the armholes. Sleeves are then knit in the round to the cuff. The fit should be slightly over...

November Oak is a drop shoulder constructed pullover knit from the bottom up. The body is knit in the round to the underarm then separated and knit flat, in front and back pieces, to the shoulders. Shoulders are seamed then stitches picked up around the armholes. Sleeves are then knit in the round to the cuff. The fit should be slightly oversiz...

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SIZES

This pattern is featured in issue 15 of Laine Magazine.

Lamina is a top-down sweater with a stunning colorwork yoke that evokes the complex system of veins found in leaves. Layers and layers of leaf blades give this extraordinary design so much depth while the slightly oversized fit makes Lamina extra comfy.

Spruce Island is a drop-shoulder constructed sweater that mixes both stranded and intarsia colorwork techniques to illustrate a reflected treeline. The front and back panels are knit flat, from side to side. The garter hem and yoke with shoulder shaping and

The Wisp Beret is worked in the round from brim to crown.  The German Twisted Cast-On method is used to enhance the stretch and durability of the edging.  2 x 2 ribbing is used for the brim, stranded colorwork is used for the body and crown.  Increases and decreases are built into the colorwork chart.

The design for the Cordia Hat was inspired by the swirling grain patterns of wood. A tree’s age and growth rings mingle in unique and unpredictable ways. These rings sketch and document life, much like a journal or sketchbook. Each tree grain is unique, just as every hand knit item is unique to the maker.

The Danforth Cove Cowl is knit in the round from the top down. It features corrugated ribbing at the top edge and a charted colorwork design for the body. The lines of the design travel down and expand, in texture form, to create a flared base. This pull-on cowl is gently shaped to drape elegantly across one’s shoulders. Slightly dressy due to ...

The Harvest Festival Cowl is a luxurious and cozy cowl. Knit in the round, the cowl measures 24” in circumference by 9” tall. This pull on cowl can be two-four (or more) colors depending on one’s preference. Stranded colorwork forms the design, bobbles add texture and pop. The cowl features a lining at the top and bottom edge. Once completed, t...

As the tide goes out, meandering rivulets chase the sea. Their path sketching curves and waves upon the sand. This cowl is a delicate balance of textures. Waves of ruching alternate with trickling lines of slipped stitches.

The Jackie Hat is knit in the round from the bottom up. A broken rib stitch is used for the brim. Stranded colorwork is used for the body and crown.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

The Wandering Vines Cowl is a delicate cowl knit in the round, using the double knitting technique. This technique enables the design to have an organic, sketchbook like quality. With no wrong side, the reversible garment allows for fuss-free wear. This accessory can be worn slouched or with the top folded as a turtle neck to expose the contras...

Smith Mountain hat is knit in the round from the bottom up. Cables and wrapped stitches form the texture of this relaxed fitting hat.

Maine’s Coastline is a constant source of inspiration for me. From small pebble lined beaches to dramatic rocky cliffs, the array of colors and textures is awe inspiring. The Rocky Coastline scarf mixes linear striations with highly textural pebbles. The scarf is knit flat, short end to short end. When blocking, the ribbing can be left compress...

Far Clouds Hat is a fun, modern, fast knit. The bobbles are meant to mimic the fast moving clouds dotting a winter sky. Slipped stitches create the texture on the brim. The hat is knit in the round, beginning at the brim and ending at the crown. Woolfolk’s Får yarn is held double throughout. The slight open work creates a comfortably relaxed fit.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Tendrils and Twine is a delicate cowl knit, in the round, using the double knitting technique. This technique enables the design to have an organic, sketchbook like quality. With no wrong side, the reversible garment allows for fuss-free wear. Draped or wrapped, Tendrils and Twine is lightweight enough to be worn as an all day accessory in addi...

Cables and slipped stitches create a delicate, sophisticated aesthetic in this Cidney hat. The band is knit flat, seamed, then stitches are picked up from the top edge. The top portion of the hat is knit in the round. Your hat will look beautiful as is or with added embellishments.

Meandering cables mimic ski trails in snow on this Verglas hat. The band is knit flat, seamed, then stitches are picked up from the top edge. The top portion of the hat is knit in the round. Slightly oversized, this hat fits comfortably with just the right amount of slouch!

Color becomes as scarce as daylight as the days shorten in Maine. Winterberry bushes line the path to my favorite beach. I drew inspiration from this in the design of my fingerless gloves.