Laine 31, Lingering, features patterns by an international group of designers: meet Eun Mi Ahn, Fiona Alice, Alice Caetano, Joanna Filip, Sarah Hatton, Kirsten Joel, Kaori Katsurada, Henna Ketonen, Thien-Kieu Lam, Rebekka Mauser, Heli Rajavaara, Lisa Richardson, Lili Tobias, Lív Ulven and Julia Wilkens.
Eun Mi Ahn – Jääpuikot
When designing her Jääpuikot jumper, Eun Mi Ahn wanted to celebrate winter’s beauty through a colourwork yoke. Icy landscapes, especially icicles (“jääpuikot” in Finnish), became her inspiration. Bold diamonds and zigzag motifs flow across the yoke, creating a striking yet timeless colourwork piece. The pullover features a comfortable, everyday fit and a warm, folded neckband. Instead of using only wool yarn, Eun Mi added mohair for a softer, warmer feel.
Yarns: Laine x Novita DK and Edith by Novita.
Fiona Alice – Trio
Trio is a double moss stitch cardigan that combines the comfort of outerwear with richly textured stitchwork. It was born out of an idea for an up-cycled quilt jacket, but in a knitted form. Fiona Alice tried to recreate a lot of details that you would see on a quilted jacket, like patch pockets, curved hem and i-cord trim that echoes the traditional bias binding. The Trio jacket is knitted from the bottom up with three strands held together, producing a soft, faux-shearling effect.
Yarns: Aurora by Rosários 4, Beiroa by Rosa Pomar and Mondim by Rosa Pomar.
Alice Caetano – Lua
For this issue, Alice Caetano wanted to design something with cables, and then she got the idea of turning them 90 degrees. The result is Lua, an oversized sweater worked sideways. It features cabled panels on the front and back, while the rest of the body and sleeves are worked in double moss stitch. Details such as optional crochet finishes at the neck and hem ribbing give the sweater a refined look. The red shade is so bright it almost glows, but the yarn still shows off the stitch definition and the cables perfectly.
Yarn: Tandem by West Wool.
Joanna Filip – Mousse
If Joanna Filip had to describe her Mousse sweater in two words, they would be “modern simplicity”. Soft and comfortable to wear, this boxy sweater works with almost anything, while at the same time the subtle texture gives it character and a modern feel. The sweater is knitted seamlessly from the top down. It features dropped, European-style shoulders and a mock turtleneck that provides warmth and comfort. Two strands of fingering-weight yarn are held together throughout. The texture is quite dense, but the light lambswool balances it perfectly.
Yarn: Le Petit Lambswool by Biches & Bûches.
Sarah Hatton – Gardom
Inspired by the intricate carvings found on a boulder at Gardom’s Edge in England’s Peak District, Sarah Hatton’s Gardom sweater centres around striking cable motifs that echo the ancient, probably Neolithic, patterns. The sweater features a straightforward dropped-shoulder construction that allows the rhythmic cable patterns to take centre stage. It is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up and seamed together. The abundance of cables provides an engaging and rewarding knitting experience.
Yarn: Laine x Novita DK by Novita.
Kirsten Joel – Francis
The Francis sweater was inspired by the Francis Marion Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina — Kirsten Joel’s former hometown. She was drawn to the elegance of its architecture, particularly the tall arched windows. Kirsten interpreted them in the cable motif that wraps around the waist of the sweater, creating the illusion of shaping. Columns of stockinette and twisted stitches emphasize the vertical lines. This easy-to-wear sweater is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up.
Yarn: Serene Merino DK by Camellia Fiber Company.
Kaori Katsurada – Chocolaterrine
A melted piece of chocolate, as well as the beautiful curves of chocolate confections, inspired this cosy cabled sweater. The wide cables flow from the shoulders to the sleeves, and Kaori Katsurada framed them with columns of decorative clusters for a lighter feel. The sweater is designed with a snug neckline and gently full sleeves and worked from the top down, starting with the tall, ribbed collar. It features a saddle-shoulder-inspired silhouette with gently shaped sleeves.
Yarns: Gotland 4ply by Tamayura Yarn and Sensai by Ito.
Henna Ketonen – Enfold
Henna Ketonen describes her Enfold beanie as a “seed design” that everyone can use as a starting point to create a slightly different hat of their own. Enfold is a classic 2 x 2 ribbed hat, worked from the top down. It is knitted as a closed tube, with the lower half pushed inside the upper half to create a fully double-layer hat. You can also use the same pattern to knit a single-layer version. The combination of Merino and mohair gives you plenty of opportunities to play with colours.
Yarns: Merino Sock and Säie Silk Mohair by Säie Wool.
Thien-Kieu Lam – Forager
This large and cosy triangular shawl is knitted sideways. The geometric motif is reminiscent of an acorn, and for Thien-Kieu it called to mind the warm memory of her nephew, who as a toddler would collect acorns and leave them as offerings for the squirrels — hence the name Forager. Once established, the twisted-stitch motif becomes intuitive to work, making for a relaxing knit. The fabric is attractive worn either way.
Yarn: Laine x Novita DK by Novita.
Rebekka Mauser – Raureif
For her Raureif vest (named after the German word for hoarfrost), Rebekka Mauser tried to recreate the pattern created by hoarfrost on the branches of a conifer, using a combination of vertical ribbing and horizontal accents. The relaxed-fit, buttoned vest is worked in a mock rib pattern, beginning at the back. Shaped with short rows, the neck ribbing makes a beautiful curve at the centre front. The delicate lateral braids at the neck and armholes add refinement to the simple silhouette.
Yarn: Le Fluff by PRU Yarns.
Heli Rajavaara – Haze
Heli Rajavaara’s Haze socks were inspired by chilly mornings and their magical haze just before sunrise, making everything look different and dreamlike. The socks feature an easy-to-memorise lace pattern that makes them relaxing and enjoyable to knit. The socks are worked from the cuff down, and the pattern has options for two different heels: you can work the reinforced heel flap, or a more dashing heel flap in the lace pattern.
Yarn: Tough Sock by Walk Collection.
Lisa Richardson – Love Heart Flowers
The Love Heart Flowers cardigan was inspired by Lisa Richardson’s son’s hand-drawn hearts, scattered across the page and resembling small flowers. A combination of a three-ply wool and airy alpaca bouclé was chosen to add texture and depth to the colourwork pattern. Love Heart Flowers is worked flat from the 3 x 3 ribbed hem up in a stranded colourwork pattern. Optional pockets can be added for extra practicality. This relaxed cardigan is designed for easy layering and can also be worn as a light jacket.
Yarns: Jensen Yarn and Bouclé by Isager
Lili Tobias – Gingham
Lili Tobias’ Gingham mittens were inspired — as the name suggests — by the classic fabric pattern. Contrasting colours highlight the graphic design; Lili went for the wintery combo of forest green and off-white. This pattern is great for practising your colourwork skills. You’ll be working with three colours on each row, so a bit of tangling is inevitable — untangle sooner rather than later, and maintain a slow and steady pace! The afterthought thumb is set up along the way using waste yarn.
Yarns: Good Wool and Tussock by Purl Soho.
Lív Ulven – Firn
For her Firn sweater, Lív Ulven wanted something simple, comforting and enduring, where the fit, clean lines and materials could speak for themselves. Modern yet timeless, the sweater features an easy silhouette, generous ease, deep ribbed hems and cuffs and a tall turtleneck. The combination of an unspun wool and silk-mohair creates a fabric that is light yet insulating, with a soft halo. The sweater is worked from the top down with subtle shaping, mostly in stockinette stitch.
Yarns: Manchelopis by Wooldreamers and Silk Mohair by Isager.
Julia Wilkens – Elles
Inspired by vintage lace garments and their characteristic crisp texture, the Elles sweater combines nostalgic details with the clean lines of a casual wardrobe staple. Once you understand the basic logic of the lace pattern, it becomes surprisingly intuitive to knit, and the worsted-weight yarn makes for a relatively quick knit. The yarn has a slightly loose twist, which gives the lace a relaxed, boho-chic vibe. The cuffs, hem and collar are finished with a folded stockinette edging.
Yarn: Le Gros Lambswool by Biches & Bûches.
Learn more:
Laine Magazine Issue 31
Pattern Previews for Laine Magazine Issue 31
Laine 31, Lingering, features patterns by an international group of designers: meet Eun Mi Ahn, Fiona Alice, Alice Caetano, Joanna Filip, Sarah Hatton, Kirsten Joel, Kaori Katsurada, Henna Ketonen, Thien-Kieu Lam, Rebekka Mauser, Heli Rajavaara, Lisa Richardson, Lili Tobias, Lív Ulven and Julia Wilkens.
Eun Mi Ahn – Jääpuikot
When designing her Jääpuikot jumper, Eun Mi Ahn wanted to celebrate winter’s beauty through a colourwork yoke. Icy landscapes, especially icicles (“jääpuikot” in Finnish), became her inspiration. Bold diamonds and zigzag motifs flow across the yoke, creating a striking yet timeless colourwork piece. The pullover features a comfortable, everyday fit and a warm, folded neckband. Instead of using only wool yarn, Eun Mi added mohair for a softer, warmer feel.
Yarns: Laine x Novita DK and Edith by Novita.
Fiona Alice – Trio
Trio is a double moss stitch cardigan that combines the comfort of outerwear with richly textured stitchwork. It was born out of an idea for an up-cycled quilt jacket, but in a knitted form. Fiona Alice tried to recreate a lot of details that you would see on a quilted jacket, like patch pockets, curved hem and i-cord trim that echoes the traditional bias binding. The Trio jacket is knitted from the bottom up with three strands held together, producing a soft, faux-shearling effect.
Yarns: Aurora by Rosários 4, Beiroa by Rosa Pomar and Mondim by Rosa Pomar.
Alice Caetano – Lua
For this issue, Alice Caetano wanted to design something with cables, and then she got the idea of turning them 90 degrees. The result is Lua, an oversized sweater worked sideways. It features cabled panels on the front and back, while the rest of the body and sleeves are worked in double moss stitch. Details such as optional crochet finishes at the neck and hem ribbing give the sweater a refined look. The red shade is so bright it almost glows, but the yarn still shows off the stitch definition and the cables perfectly.
Yarn: Tandem by West Wool.
Joanna Filip – Mousse
If Joanna Filip had to describe her Mousse sweater in two words, they would be “modern simplicity”. Soft and comfortable to wear, this boxy sweater works with almost anything, while at the same time the subtle texture gives it character and a modern feel. The sweater is knitted seamlessly from the top down. It features dropped, European-style shoulders and a mock turtleneck that provides warmth and comfort. Two strands of fingering-weight yarn are held together throughout. The texture is quite dense, but the light lambswool balances it perfectly.
Yarn: Le Petit Lambswool by Biches & Bûches.
Sarah Hatton – Gardom
Inspired by the intricate carvings found on a boulder at Gardom’s Edge in England’s Peak District, Sarah Hatton’s Gardom sweater centres around striking cable motifs that echo the ancient, probably Neolithic, patterns. The sweater features a straightforward dropped-shoulder construction that allows the rhythmic cable patterns to take centre stage. It is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up and seamed together. The abundance of cables provides an engaging and rewarding knitting experience.
Yarn: Laine x Novita DK by Novita.
Kirsten Joel – Francis
The Francis sweater was inspired by the Francis Marion Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina — Kirsten Joel’s former hometown. She was drawn to the elegance of its architecture, particularly the tall arched windows. Kirsten interpreted them in the cable motif that wraps around the waist of the sweater, creating the illusion of shaping. Columns of stockinette and twisted stitches emphasize the vertical lines. This easy-to-wear sweater is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up.
Yarn: Serene Merino DK by Camellia Fiber Company.
Kaori Katsurada – Chocolaterrine
A melted piece of chocolate, as well as the beautiful curves of chocolate confections, inspired this cosy cabled sweater. The wide cables flow from the shoulders to the sleeves, and Kaori Katsurada framed them with columns of decorative clusters for a lighter feel. The sweater is designed with a snug neckline and gently full sleeves and worked from the top down, starting with the tall, ribbed collar. It features a saddle-shoulder-inspired silhouette with gently shaped sleeves.
Yarns: Gotland 4ply by Tamayura Yarn and Sensai by Ito.
Henna Ketonen – Enfold
Henna Ketonen describes her Enfold beanie as a “seed design” that everyone can use as a starting point to create a slightly different hat of their own. Enfold is a classic 2 x 2 ribbed hat, worked from the top down. It is knitted as a closed tube, with the lower half pushed inside the upper half to create a fully double-layer hat. You can also use the same pattern to knit a single-layer version. The combination of Merino and mohair gives you plenty of opportunities to play with colours.
Yarns: Merino Sock and Säie Silk Mohair by Säie Wool.
Thien-Kieu Lam – Forager
This large and cosy triangular shawl is knitted sideways. The geometric motif is reminiscent of an acorn, and for Thien-Kieu it called to mind the warm memory of her nephew, who as a toddler would collect acorns and leave them as offerings for the squirrels — hence the name Forager. Once established, the twisted-stitch motif becomes intuitive to work, making for a relaxing knit. The fabric is attractive worn either way.
Yarn: Laine x Novita DK by Novita.
Rebekka Mauser – Raureif
For her Raureif vest (named after the German word for hoarfrost), Rebekka Mauser tried to recreate the pattern created by hoarfrost on the branches of a conifer, using a combination of vertical ribbing and horizontal accents. The relaxed-fit, buttoned vest is worked in a mock rib pattern, beginning at the back. Shaped with short rows, the neck ribbing makes a beautiful curve at the centre front. The delicate lateral braids at the neck and armholes add refinement to the simple silhouette.
Yarn: Le Fluff by PRU Yarns.
Heli Rajavaara – Haze
Heli Rajavaara’s Haze socks were inspired by chilly mornings and their magical haze just before sunrise, making everything look different and dreamlike. The socks feature an easy-to-memorise lace pattern that makes them relaxing and enjoyable to knit. The socks are worked from the cuff down, and the pattern has options for two different heels: you can work the reinforced heel flap, or a more dashing heel flap in the lace pattern.
Yarn: Tough Sock by Walk Collection.
Lisa Richardson – Love Heart Flowers
The Love Heart Flowers cardigan was inspired by Lisa Richardson’s son’s hand-drawn hearts, scattered across the page and resembling small flowers. A combination of a three-ply wool and airy alpaca bouclé was chosen to add texture and depth to the colourwork pattern. Love Heart Flowers is worked flat from the 3 x 3 ribbed hem up in a stranded colourwork pattern. Optional pockets can be added for extra practicality. This relaxed cardigan is designed for easy layering and can also be worn as a light jacket.
Yarns: Jensen Yarn and Bouclé by Isager
Lili Tobias – Gingham
Lili Tobias’ Gingham mittens were inspired — as the name suggests — by the classic fabric pattern. Contrasting colours highlight the graphic design; Lili went for the wintery combo of forest green and off-white. This pattern is great for practising your colourwork skills. You’ll be working with three colours on each row, so a bit of tangling is inevitable — untangle sooner rather than later, and maintain a slow and steady pace! The afterthought thumb is set up along the way using waste yarn.
Yarns: Good Wool and Tussock by Purl Soho.
Lív Ulven – Firn
For her Firn sweater, Lív Ulven wanted something simple, comforting and enduring, where the fit, clean lines and materials could speak for themselves. Modern yet timeless, the sweater features an easy silhouette, generous ease, deep ribbed hems and cuffs and a tall turtleneck. The combination of an unspun wool and silk-mohair creates a fabric that is light yet insulating, with a soft halo. The sweater is worked from the top down with subtle shaping, mostly in stockinette stitch.
Yarns: Manchelopis by Wooldreamers and Silk Mohair by Isager.
Julia Wilkens – Elles
Inspired by vintage lace garments and their characteristic crisp texture, the Elles sweater combines nostalgic details with the clean lines of a casual wardrobe staple. Once you understand the basic logic of the lace pattern, it becomes surprisingly intuitive to knit, and the worsted-weight yarn makes for a relatively quick knit. The yarn has a slightly loose twist, which gives the lace a relaxed, boho-chic vibe. The cuffs, hem and collar are finished with a folded stockinette edging.
Yarn: Le Gros Lambswool by Biches & Bûches.
Learn more:
Laine Magazine Issue 31