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Cian Sweater Pattern Released

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The Cian Sweater, with the cowl, pattern has been released in both English and Norwegian, it was first published in the Norwegian book “Norsk Strikkedesign. Strikk din favoritt”. Both the sweater and the cowl are knitted in the divine Tinde pelt wool yarn from Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk, just like the other four designs. Above and at the bottom are some of the new photos that were taken of the gorgeous Kaja Kvernbakken with hair & make up by Sissel Fylling and jewellery by Kaja Gjedebo Design, by Eivind Røhne at the Oslofjord Museum back in spring 2019. The pattern is available in English and Norwegian in my Ravelry Stores and on LoveCrafts.

The Cian Sweater and Cian Beret is on the cover of the English version book with the title “Knit Like a Norwegian” which will be published in March by Trafalgar Square Books. The cover photo is taken by Eivind Røhne of beautiful model Emma Ross. For more information see here: www.trafalgarbooks.com. Available for pre-order with free world-wide delivery here: Book Depository.

Named Cian after the Irish God who rules over love magic, is this long A-line pullover. Three central Moss cables, framed by double seed stitch, adorn the center of the body which ends in a vent. Cian is crowned with an I-cord decoration around its crew neck. Wear the matching Cian Cowl as a loose collar. The sweater is knit in pieces from bottom up while the cowl sideways, both in the divine Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk, Tinde pelsull.

Sizes Sweater: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL)
Shown in size Medium
Cowl: One size
Skill level: Experienced

Finished Measurements
Bust: 84 (90, 96, 106, 116, 126) cm/33 (35.5, 37.75, 41.75, 45.75, 49.5)“
Bottom width: 98 (104, 110, 120, 130, 140) cm/38.5 (41, 43.25, 47.25, 51.25, 55)”
Length: 72 (72, 74, 74, 76, 76) cm/28.25 (28.25, 28.75, 28.75, 30, 30)“
Sleeve length: 49 (50, 50, 50, 50, 50) cm/19.25 (19.75, 19.75, 19.75, 19.75, 19.75)”
Cowl: Width: 60 cm/23.5” and height: 17.5 cm/7”

Yarn: Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk, Tinde Pelsull (100% pelt wool, 260 m/284 yds, 100 g). The samples are knitted in Natural Grey;
Sweater: 4 (5, 5, 6, 7, 8) skeins; 1040 (1144, 1248, 1456, 1664, 1872) m/1137 (1251, 1365, 1592, 1820, 2047) yds.
Cowl: 1 skein: 130 m/142 yds.
https://www.ull.no/produktkategori/garn/ullgarn/norsk-pel…

Alternative Yarns: Berroco, Ultra Alpaca Light (50% alpaca, 50% wool, 50 g, 133 m/144 yds). http://www.berroco.com/yarns/berroco-ultra-alpaca-light
Jamieson’s, Double Knitting (100% wool, 25 g, 75 m/82 yds).
http://www.jamiesonsofshetland.co.uk/spindrift-and-double…
Rowan, Tweed (100% wool, 50 g, 118 m/129 yds).
http://www.knitrowan.com/yarns/rowan-tweed
Malabrigo, Arroyo, (100% superwash merino, 100 g, 306 m/335 yds).
https://malabrigoyarn.com/yarns/arroyo
Or another DK/8 ply yarn.

Needles: 3.5 mm/US 4 straight needle.
3.5 mm/US 4 circular needle (60 cm/24”) for neckband.
Adjust needle size as needed to match gauge.

Notions: Stitch markers (removable), cable needle and yarn needle.

Gauge: 21 sts and 30 rows in st st measures 10 cm/4” square.
16-sts Moss cable measures 7 cm/2.75” across (at widest point).

Notes: The sweater is worked in pieces and seamed. The rib on the body is not seamed at the bottom to create vents. The cowl is worked sideways, so the cast off and bind off are joined together at the end. Adjust the width by adding purl stitches in between the cable repeats or by removing a cable repeat.

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Damara Pattern Released

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The pattern rights to the five designs I made for the Norwegian book “Norsk Strikkedesign. Strikk din favoritt” has reverted to me and Damara is the first one I will present here. See my blogpost about the book here: Norsk strikkedesign. Strikk din-favoritt. Damara is knitted in the divine Tinde pelt wool yarn from Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk, just like the other four designs. The asymmetrical skirt can be worn as a poncho if you prefer. Above you see two of the new photos that were taken of the gorgeous Emma Ross with hair & make up by Sissel Fylling and jewellery by Kaja Gjedebo Design, by Eivind Røhne at the Oslofjord Museum back in spring 2019. The pattern is available in English and Norwegian in my Ravelry store and will soon be available on LoveCrafts.

The book will be published in March by Trafalgar Square Books with the title “Knit Like a Norwegian” with my Cian Sweater and Cian Beret on the cover. For more information see here: www.trafalgarbooks.com. Available for pre-order with free world-wide delivery here: Book Depository.

Named after the fertility Goddess is this asymmetrical skirt with a seeded rib check pattern, that can also be worn as a poncho. The high waist in ribbing is loose so that the skirt can be worn around your hips or folded down, both with a belt to hold it up. Damara is knitted in pieces with a side seam in the divine Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde. The ribbing is worked last so you can easily adjust it to your preference.

Sizes: XS/S (M/L, XL/2XL)
Shown in size Medium/Large
Skill level: Intermediate

Finished measurements:
Waist: Top band width: 70 (82, 94) cm/27.5 (32.25, 37)“
Hip width (before top band): 78 (92, 106) cm/31.5 (37, 43)”
Bottom width: 222 (240, 258) cm/88 (96, 104)“
Height (without top band): 55 (57, 59) cm/21.75 (22.5, 23.25)”
Top band height: 15 cm/6”

Yarn: Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk, Tinde Pelsull (100% pelt wool, 260 m/284 yds, 100 g). The sample is knitted in Burgundy; 4 (5, 6) skeins; 884 (1092, 1326) m/966 (1194, 1450) yds.
https://www.ull.no/produktkategori/garn/ullgarn/norsk-pel…

Alternative Yarns: Berroco, Ultra Alpaca Light (50% alpaca, 50% wool, 50 g, 133 m/144 yds). http://www.berroco.com/yarns/berroco-ultra-alpaca-light
Jamieson’s, Double Knitting (100% wool, 25 g, 75 m/82 yds).
http://www.jamiesonsofshetland.co.uk/spindrift-and-double…
Rowan, Tweed (100% wool, 50 g, 118 m/129 yds).
http://www.knitrowan.com/yarns/rowan-tweed
Malabrigo, Arroyo, (100% superwash merino, 100 g, 306 m/335 yds).
http://www.malabrigoyarn.com/subyarn.php?id=29
Or another DK/8 ply yarn.

Needles: 3.5 mm/US 4 circular needle.
Adjust needle size as needed to match gauge.

Notions: Stitch markers (removable) and yarn needle.

Gauge: 21 sts and 30 rows in st st, after blocking measures 10 cm/4” square.
21 sts and 30 rows in Seed rib check, after blocking measures 10 cm/4” square.
20 sts and 30 rows in rib, after blocking measures 10 cm/4” square.

Notes: The skirt is made in two pieces, top down with shaping for bottom.

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Thia Knitted by Dawn Gayer

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I am so happy to show you the beautiful Thia Cardigan that Dawn test knitted for me. The pattern is published in the Norwegian book “Norsk strikkedesign. Strikk din favoritt“, which is currently being translated into English for publication in the US by Trafalgar Books, due out in Spring 2021. Dawn, aka Dawnadair, writes on her Ravelry project page project page: “I was extremely honored to be asked to test knit this beautiful cardigan and thrilled to accept! And also to use the lovely Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn which was generously donated by Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk for all of the testers”.

The pattern comes in sizes XS to 2XL, with a bust circumference of 84 to 126 cm/33 to 51.5″. As for size, Dawn writes: “I knitted a size S, although my usual size is M. I love it, but if I were to do it again, I would knit my usual size so that there was more room to layer under it”.

The sample made for the book was knitted in Værbitt, Mikkel Rev hand dyed on Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk, Tinde pelt wool using 3,5 mm/US 4 with a 21 stitches and 30 rows in stockinette stitch gauge. This is Dawn’s verdict of the yarn: “It was my first experience knitting with a yarn other than Merino wool or other super soft fibers, and I was surprised by how much I liked it. I enjoyed the way the stitches grabbed each other. The resulting garment is light but very warm. And the color is very lively and perfect”.

I am so chuffed by Dawn’s summing up: “I love the high collar and being able to change the look of the sweater by wearing it either open or closed. The tuck and ribbed band under the chest are both fun to knit and very attractive design elements. As always, Linda has designed a unique, modern classic!”. Thank you ever so much, Dawn!

The Norwegian book can be ordered directly from the publisher Cappelen Damm, for updates on the English version, see Trafalgar Books. Individual patterns in both English and Norwegian will be added to my Ravelry store and LoveCrafts on January 1st 2021 when the rights revert to me.

I hope you will stay well and keep safe in these difficult times!

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