Jennifer

Recovering attorney and emigree from 7th Avenue, I now combine my technical and creative passions to design knitwear. My design viewpoint is all about making simple, attractive garments and accessories, using a bit of interesting construction or an intriguing detail.

Kaffi Vest

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Nov 152021

With a slightly cropped, boxy fit, Kaffi is a modern vest to update any classic outfit. Simple slipstitch colorwork creates a nubby houndstooth texture with delightful charm, whether you choose traditional or whimsical color pairings.

Techniques & Skills Used: cable CO, backwards loop CO, knit/purl, slipstitch colorwork, increasing/decreasing, working in simple pattern, German short rows, picking up stitches. Pattern instructions are fully written, with a link to my short rows tutorial.

Size: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66)” bust; sample shown in third size worn with 3” positive ease. I chose a slightly oversized fit for myself; consult the schematic for bust and other measurements, and choose a size that provides the amount of ease you prefer.

Yarn: Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok Worsted (100% fine highland wool; 123 yards/112m/50g); shown in No. 1314 Deep Velvet (MC) and No. 1324 Morning Frost (CC) in about a 1 to .85 ratio; 2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5) skeins MC and 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) skeins CC, or approximately 220 (245, 285, 320, 365, 405, 430, 475, 515, 550) yards MC, and 180 (205, 240, 280, 310, 345, 370, 400, 435, 475) yards CC of worsted weight wool yarn.

Other Materials: US 8 (5mm) 32” circular needle or size to match gauge; Stitch markers (3, 2 removable); Stitch holders (2); Yarn needle.

Gauge: 16 st and 40 rows/4” in slipstitch pattern, lightly blocked; 16 st and 24 rows/4” in K1P1 rib.

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Kaffi Hat

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Nov 112021

Simple slipstitch colorwork creates a nubby houndstooth texture on this fun, slouchy hat with optional pompom. Choose classic neutrals or add a pop of bright color, and wear it to elevate every outfit.

Techniques & Skills Used: Twisted German CO, knit/purl, slipstitch colorwork, decreasing, working in the round, optional pompom. This pattern is fully written, with links to my video tutorials for the CO and double decrease.

Size: XS (S, M, L) to fit approximately 18 (20, 22, 24)” head circumference; 15.5 (17.75, 20, 22.25)” brim circumference and 7 (8, 9, 10)” height, measured flat and unstretched. Sample shown in size M on a 22” head.

Yarn: Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok Worsted (100% fine highland wool; 123 yards/112m/50g), shown in No. 1314 Deep Velvet (MC) and No. 1304 Grey Harbor (CC); 1 skein of each color, or approximately 80 (90, 100, 110) yards MC and 50 (60, 70, 80) yards CC of worsted weight wool yarn, plus more for optional pompom.

Other Materials: US 8 (5mm) 16” circular needle, and dpns or 32” circular needle for Magic Loop, or size to match gauge; Stitch marker (1); Yarn needle.

Gauge: 18 st and 32 rounds/4” in slipstitch pattern, lightly blocked.

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Velvetine Lines

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Aug 312021

Velvetine Lines uses garter striped fabric to interpret the wales of corduroy, and is perfect for two saturated jewel colors in lighter and darker tones that mimic the shading created by the nap of velveteen. Pick shades of your favorite color, or take your shawl in another direction and pair two contrasting colors for a different, bold effect. Cast on at one end and worked sideways in two beautiful jewel tones, this deep-pointed triangle features skinny garter stripes that expand into striated lines, for a strong but simple visual impact. Easy no-wrap short rows in sets of three alternate between colors throughout the edging, while two-row stripes anchor the body and connect to the edge of this attainable and fun knit.

Techniques & Skills Used: knit/purl, increasing/decreasing, no-wrap short rows; instructions for this pattern are fully written.

Size: 65” length and 36” depth, customizable.

Yarn: Miss Babs Hand Dyed Yarn Yummy 2-Ply (100% superwash merino wool; 400 yards/365 m/110g), sample shown in Tulipa (color A dark) and Fig (color B light); 1 skein each color, or 400 yards each in two colors of wool fingering weight yarn. Any amount of yarn may be used; see Designer’s Notes for instructions on adjusting for differing yardage.

Other Materials: US 6/4mm 24” circular needle or size to match gauge; Stitch marker (1); Yarn needle.

Gauge: 25 st and 26 rows/4” in garter stitch, after blocking. Gauge is not critical for this project, however a different gauge may result in a smaller or larger finished shawl, and different yardage requirements.

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Ennica Light

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Feb 182021

Like its DK weight sibling Ennica, this lace weight, marled, street-smart hat is all about the special details. Two colors of soft and light yarn are held together to create a personalized marl effect, resulting in a cloud-like comfy topper. It features elegant paired symmetrical decreases to create distinctive crown shaping, and a beautiful tubular cast on finished edge. This adaptable ribbed and custom color blended hat is subtle and slouchy and sized for everyone.

Techniques & Skills Used: tubular CO, knit/purl, decreasing, working in the round.

Size: Baby (Kid, S, M, L) to fit approximately 16 (18, 20, 22, 24)” head circumference; hat measures 11 (13, 15, 17, 19)” brim circumference and 7 (9, 10.5, 12, 13)” height, measured flat and unstretched. Each size of this super stretchy ribbed hat fits a wide range of head sizes.

Yarn: Malabrigo Yarn Lace (100% baby merino wool; 470 yards/430m/50g), 2 skeins in 2 colors, or approximately 480 (520, 560, 600, 640) yards of laceweight yarn in as many colors as you like. Yarn is held double throughout. Orange sample shown in Rhodesian (A) and Apricot (B); blue sample shown in Paris Night (A) and Pearl (B); size M samples used approximately 300 yards of each color.

Other Materials: US 3 (3.25mm) 16” circular needle and dpns, or 32” circular needle if using Magic Loop, or size to match gauge; US 2 (2.75mm) 16” needle and scrap yarn for tubular CO; Stitch markers (10); Yarn needle.

Gauge: 34 st and 38 rows/4” in unstretched rib on larger needle, after blocking.

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UltiFlex

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Jan 262021

Worked from end-to-end using any amount of yarn, UltiFlex offers ultimate flexibility in yarn choice and yardage, endless knit-ability in friendly garter stitch, and a fun dropstitch lace pattern. Cast on at one end and worked sideways, this shallow triangle makes the most of any amount of yarn. Suitable for any base and one to an infinite number of skeins, the garter stitch main body begins with a few stitches and increases every RS row until half the total amount of yardage has been used, then decreases back to a few stitches again. At the same time, the wide decorative edge is worked in a simple garter-based, 8-row repeat with multi-yarnovers that are dropped on the next row to create the wavy open pattern. Super fun and super simple, UltiFlex suits every knitter and is infinitely customizable.

Techniques & Skills Used: longtail CO, knit, increasing/decreasing; this pattern is fully written.

Size: 52” length and 22” depth, customizable.

Yarn: Miss Babs Hand Dyed Yarn Keira (100% superwash merino wool; 560 yards/512m/225g), shown in Corset; 1 skein, or 560 yards of sport weight yarn. The sample as written used most of the skein. Any amount of yarn may be used; see Designer’s Notes for instructions on adjusting for differing yardage.

Other Materials: US 6/4mm 24” circular needle or size to match gauge; markers (1) or more if marking reps; Yarn needle.

Gauge: 20 st and 40 rows/4” in garter stitch after blocking. Gauge is not critical for this project, however a different gauge may result in a smaller or larger finished shawl, and different yardage requirements.

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Marliose

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Oct 222020

Cast on in the round from the center square, Marliose then expands in biased chevron wings to each side, for a super-snuggly and wearable color-blocked wrap. Relaxing garter stitch meets the fun of mixing and marling your colors with laceweight yarn held double. Let your stash and your color inspiration guide your artistry, as you create a uniquely personal statement for your handknit wardrobe.

Techniques & Skills Used: disappearing loop CO, knit/purl, increasing/decreasing. This pattern includes links to my CO tutorial.

Size: 120” length and 20” depth, customizable.

Yarn: Malabrigo Yarn Lace (100% merino wool; 470 yards/430m/50g); 13 skeins in 7 colors, or approximately 5000 yards of laceweight yarn in as many colors as you like; yarn is held double throughout. Sample shown in Paris Night (A), Pearl (B), Natural (C), Apricot (D), Rhodesian (E), Zinc (F), and Tortuga (G), and used approximately 1, 1.5, 2, 1.25, 1.25, 1.5 and 2 skeins respectively. It’s not an exact science; gather an array of harmonious colors, and blend them as you are inspired, using as much or as little as you like.

Other Materials: US 6 (4mm) 16” and 32” circular needles, or size to match gauge; US 5 (3.75mm) 16” circular needle or dpns for CO; Removable stitch markers (4); Stitch holder; Yarn needle.

Gauge: 20 st and 40 rows/4” in garter stitch on larger needles, after blocking. Gauge is not critical for this project, however a different gauge may result in a smaller or larger finished wrap, and different yardage requirements.

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Myrsine

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Oct 082020

Seven different slipstitch patterns construct intricate textures in this infinity loop cowl, pairing a self-striping contrast yarn with a neutral main color. Slipping stitches using only one color per row lets the yarn do all the work, creating a striking accessory. Fingering weight yarn makes a scarf with a versatile weight that can be worn as one long loop, or doubled for more warmth and a riot of textures.

Techniques & Skills Used: provisional CO, knit/purl, slipstitch colorwork, working in the round, grafting. Instructions for the slipstitch patterns are both fully written and charted, and a link to my grafting tutorials is included.

Size: 54” length and 7” depth.

Yarn: Urth Yarns Harvest Fingering (100% superwash merino wool; 435 yards/400m/100g), shown in Oleaster (A); 1 skein, and Urth Yarns Uneek Fingering (100% superwash merino wool; 435 yards/400m/100g), shown in 3017 (B); 1 skein. The sample used 427 (A) and 409 (B) yards, respectively; see Designer’s Notes for suggestions on adjusting for different yardage.

Other Materials: US 6/4mm 16” circular needle (2); Scrap yarn for provisional CO; Stitch marker; Yarn needle.

Gauge: 26 st and 28 rows/4” in stockinette stitch after blocking. The various slipstitch patterns have slightly different gauges, particularly for the rows. In general, the slipstitch sections will be a bit shorter and narrower; you can even out any discrepancies when blocking. Gauge is not critical for this project, however a different gauge may result in a smaller or larger finished cowl, and different yardage requirements.

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Chevragonal

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Feb 202020

A line of textured chevrons sweeps diagonally across this asymmetric shawl, while contrasting color stripes expand and contract, accentuating the shifting ripples. Enjoy the relaxing garter stitch and the fun of stripes which form the basis of this wrap, while staying engaged by creating the expanding columns of chevrons that shift along the edge.

Techniques & Skills Used: knit, increasing/decreasing. Instructions for this pattern are fully written, with a handy stitch and row count table to keep track of the work.

Size: 100” length at top and 30” depth at deepest point.

Yarn: The Periwinkle Sheep PURPOSE (90% superwash merino wool, 10% nylon; 410 yards/375m/100g), 1 skein each Colors A, B and C; shown in Thunderstorm, Clearing and She Dances; OR approximately 1200 yards of fingering weight yarn. The sample used almost all of the yarn; see Designer’s Notes for suggestions on adjusting for different yardage.

Other Materials: US 6/4mm 32” circular needle, or size to match gauge; Stitch markers (2 color A and 2 color B); Yarn needle.

Gauge: 19 st and 38 rows/4” in garter stitch after blocking. Gauge is not critical for this project, however a different gauge may result in a smaller or larger finished shawl, and different yardage requirements.

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Cafe Cowl

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Nov 172019

A pattern of classic houndstooth makes a modern cowl, easy to work in simple slipstitch colorwork using only one color per row. Pick your favorite two colors to combine in the nubby texture, and create your own quintessential accessory.

Techniques & Skills Used: longtail CO, knit/purl, working in the round; slipstitch pattern is both written and charted.

Size: 10” tall and 26” circumference.

Yarn: Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok Worsted (100% fine highland wool; 123 yards/112m/50g), shown in No. 1314 Deep Velvet (MC) and No. 1312 Drift Wood (CC); 1 skein each, or 240 yards total of worsted weight yarn. The sample as written used approximately 118 yards of each color.

Other Materials: US 8 (5mm) 24” circular needle, or size to match gauge; marker (1); Yarn needle.

Gauge: 16 st and 34 rows/4” in slipstitch pattern, unblocked; the slipped stitches compress the fabric horizontally as compared to the garter stitch. Gauge is not critical for this project, however a different gauge may result in a smaller or larger finished cowl, and different yardage requirements.

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Ennica

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Nov 142019

This street-smart adaptable ribbed hat is all about the special details, with clean architecture and the perfect weight go with every outfit. Featuring elegant paired symmetrical decreases to create distinctive crown shaping, and a beautiful tubular cast on finished edge, it is subtle and slouchy and sized for everyone.

Techniques & Skills Used: tubular CO, knit/purl, decreasing, working in the round.

Size: Baby (Kid, S, M, L) to fit approximately 16 (18, 20, 22, 24)” head circumference; 11 (13, 15, 17, 19)” brim circumference and 7 (9, 10.5, 12, 13)” height, measured flat and unstretched. Each size of this super stretchy ribbed hat fits a wide range of head sizes.

Yarn: Valley Yarns Northfield (70% merino wool, 20% alpaca, 10% silk; 124 yards/113m/50g), shown in 8 Summer Plum; 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) skeins; or Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK (55% merino wool, 33% microfiber, 12% cashmere; 120 yards/110m/50g), shown in 18042 Millenial Pink; 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) skeins, or approximately 90 (125, 175, 210, 250) yards of dk wool or wool blend yarn. Samples shown in size M each used about 210 yards.

Other Materials: US 4 (3.5mm) 16” circular needle and dpns, or 32” circular needle if using Magic Loop, or size to match gauge; US 3 (3.25mm) 16” needle for CO; scrap yarn for tubular CO; Stitch markers (10); Yarn needle.

Gauge: 30 st and 28 rows/4” in unstretched rib on larger needle, after blocking.

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