Pattern Previews for Laine 25
Laine 25 features twelve patterns by an international group of designers: Audrey Borrego, Antonio Jesús Castillo Urquízar, Lindsey Fowler, Sus Gepard, Maria Gomes, Kaori Katsurada, Linda Lencovic, Lotta H Löthgren, Marina Storm, Maaike van Geijn, Imke von Nathusius and Marie-Ève Wedge.
Audrey Borrego – Bleuet
“Bleuet” is the French word for “cornflower”. Both the lace pattern and the colour of this delicate shawl reminded Audrey Borrego of the specific, layered shape of the plant and its petals. With its basic trapezoid shape, easy texture and geometric lace, Bleuet is a relaxing project to knit. It is worked from end to end and features garter stitch borders with a slipped-stitch edge. The sample is made with pure hemp yarn, a unique fibre that might feel initially peculiar to knit with, but the drape and softness it grows into make it a great choice for warmer weather.
Yarn: Pernelle by Natissea.
Antonio Jesús Castillo Urquízar – Francisca
Francisca is a boxy top featuring a simple cable and lace pattern. Its chic and casual style makes it a staple for any summer wardrobe: perfect for outdoor activities, walks on the beach, or simply enjoying a lazy day at home. Francisca is worked from the top down; first the back and then the fronts. The simple, round neckline adds an elegant touch. The armhole edgings are worked as part of the main body, creating a gentle cabled edge. The yarn is perfect for summer: the baby alpaca gives the garment softness while linen and silk provide a fresh feel.
Yarn: Linea by Walk Collection.
Lindsey Fowler – Shoaling
When waves begin to enter shallow water, they slow down and get larger and closer together. This is called shoaling. The textured stripes in the legs of Lindsey Fowler’s Shoaling socks were inspired by the waves ebbing and flowing, coming in and receding out. A contrasting colour is used to knit the bands with directional waves created with slip stitches. The socks are knitted top-down with a slip-stitch heel flap.
Yarn: American Fiber Sock by Mitchell Wool Co.
Sus Gepard – Sea
This chic design is an oversized version of a classic T-shirt. The designer Sus Gepard was inspired by the idea of a perfect summer tee — light and breathable, with a timeless maritime feel. The Sea tee is worked from the bottom up in stockinette stitch. Decorative chain-stitch borders in a contrasting colour are applied to the hem, neckline and sleeve edges. The neckband is worked in rib, while the hem and sleeve edges are folded and sewn. The textured yarn, spun in a blend of linen and cotton, creates an airy feel.
Yarns: Cotton Waves and Cotton Baby Lino by Gepard Garn.
Maria Gomes – Ice Cream
Maria Gomes’ Ice Cream cardigan is as easy-going as a lazy afternoon by the beach. This light, boxy piece is worked in fluffy lace-weight yarn with a lot of positive ease, making it perfect for layering over your favourite summer outfits. This top-down cardigan features an interesting textured stitch pattern that is simpler than it looks and fun to knit. The yarn, Cotton Candy by Linha Doce, is a delicate blend of baby alpaca, silk and Merino, creating a soft and lightweight fabric. The body and sleeve lengths are easy to modify to suit your measurements.
Yarn: Cotton Candy by Linha Doce.
Kaori Katsurada – Diǎnxīn
Knitting inspiration can come from unexpected places, and that’s what happened with this cute, cropped cardigan: it is named after the Chinese word for the dishes known as dim sum! The pattern features puffy sleeves, a frilled hem and a light colour that resemble handmade dumpling wrappers. The short length, with a slight difference in the front and back, creates a lovely, airy effect. The cardigan is made by holding two strands of sport-weight yarn together. It is worked from the top down and knitted flat in pieces. The loose stockinette stitch gives the garment a soft and relaxed feel.
Yarn: Candide by De Rerum Natura.
Linda Lencovic – Lumino
Lumino is an oversized jumper that reimagines the classic raglan with a sporty twist. It combines two luxurious yarns in contrasting shades for a beautifully marled effect. When knitting the raglan stitches, the contrasting lace yarn is dropped so that you work only in the brighter main colour, adding a subtle yet strikingly simple stripe detail. Lumino draws its inspiration (and name) from the unique blend of yarns: a stunning fluorescent yellow and a neutral light-brown contrast shade. This seamless raglan sweater is knitted from the top down.
Yarn: Northiam Fingering & Beyul Halo by Kettle Yarn Co.
Lotta H Löthgren – Gemstone
Gemstone is a mid-size, asymmetrical triangular shawl knitted using the mosaic technique from the tip upwards. Lotta H Löthgren wanted to create a design for knitters and spinners to use the yarn they have at hand, even if they’re uncertain about the yardage or the exact gauge it will knit up to. In this shawl, gauge isn’t crucial, and it’s built so that you can stop whenever you run out of yarn. The repeated geometric pattern is elevated by using a hand-spun, multi-coloured yarn as a contrasting colour. The shawl is framed with an i-cord edging.
Yarns: Ratatosk by Sägen & hand-spun yarn from Sägen Corriedale wool tops.
Marina Storm – Kallos
The Kallos top was inspired by Ancient Greek goddesses. This bottom-up design features a deep V-neck, which is worked from the middle of the bust to the shoulders. At the end, lace is worked above the V-neck to create a shawl-like hug around the shoulders. The stockinette stitch provides a sleek contrast to the intricate lace, making the top both elegant and wearable. Choose a yarn with good stitch definition to highlight the delicate lace and crisp lines. The name Kallos comes from a Greek word meaning “beauty”.
Yarn: Trio 2 by Isager.
Maaike van Geijn – Doezel
Doezel is a soft, colourful shawl that knits up quickly and is versatile in both use and yarn possibilities. The reversible shawl is worked in a marled garter stitch, creating interesting linear patterns on both sides. Doezel’s shape — a triangle with a distinctive rectangular centre panel — has been inspired by traditional Faroese shawls. The soft, fluffy base combined with the bright contrast colours create a light, diaphanous fabric. Doezel is knitted from tip to edge. It also makes a perfect scrap yarn project, as you only need a small amount of contrast-colour yarn.
Yarns: Brushed Lace by Mohair by Canard and Felix, Helix and Little Kumo by La Bien Aimée.
Imke von Nathusius – Glow
For her Glow sweater, Imke von Nathusius wanted to combine casual elements with an elegant lace texture. She designed a comfy, oversized sweater with stockinette elements for extra interest and lines of bobbles at the hem and cuffs to add a playful twist. This roomy, drop-shoulder sweater has a generous amount of positive ease at the chest, while the sleeves are more fitted. Glow is worked from the top down, using the European shoulder method. The pattern is easy to memorize, making for a relaxing knit.
Yarn: Mondim by Retrosaria Rosa Pomar.
Marie-Ève Wedge – Orma
Orma is an oversized, cropped cardigan that is easy to throw over any summer outfit, and the light beige colour adds to the versatility. It features a fun-to-knit and easy-to-memorize stitch pattern reminiscent of a woven basket. Together with the lofty wool and cotton yarn, it creates a fabric thar is light and airy but still warm enough for cooler summer nights. The cardigan features drop shoulders, long wide sleeves and a rounded neckline — all elements that add to the relaxed feel. The button band and collar are added after finishing the body. “Orma” is Italian for ‘’footsteps’’.
Yarn: Saona by WoolDreamers.
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