Keyword: Lamana

So what could be better than knitting your wardrobe to match the new season? Whether you prefer bold colors like the colorful leaves or something muted to match dark clouds - you can do both with the following design: Kallias by Isabell Kraemer.

I have to pull myself together a lot here right now - because this cardigan is exactly mine. Slightly shortened cut, boxy shape, wide trim. It's got my name on it, so to speak. The only thing stopping me is my project basket, which is making a very, very reproachful face right now. Good - and maybe my husband, who always looks critically when I browse Maschenfein "in my spare time. I don't think he's buying this "It's all work-related!

Bright or muted

But you - you can always use another project! And Kallias would definitely be something for you. You'll work from the top down, knitting the neck and back first, then the fronts, and then joining everything to knit in rows to the hem. From the armholes, pick up stitches for the sleeves and knit them up to the cuff as well. In the kit you will find Pura Lana from Gepard. Choose a bright pink or green or even a restrained gray or dark blue. The main thing is that it suits you and your closet.

What I have been missing in our office the past few days? A nice scarf for "around the shoulders". More than just cover the neck, but not as much as a cardigan - that was my requirement profile. I was able to make do, of course, but am still very fond of the Autumn Tales Shawl from Ozetta Knitwear.

The design just exudes autumnal coziness for me. In keeping with the rather rustic look, we chose Heavy Merino from Knitting for Olive for the kit. The model is suitable for beginners: knitted from one tip to the other in garter stitch with increases and decreases. The eye-catcher is the beautiful finish at the side edges. Heavier needles (approx. 4.5 mm) also bring you quick results.

In addition to knitting, extensive reading sessions with the children are simply part of autumn for me. Reading stories aloud, joining in the excitement, diving into other worlds - I think that's wonderful. At home, a wide variety of books are on the big boy's hit list, including Pippi Longstocking. How fitting, then, that the sweater Villekulla by Lone Kjeldsen fell in front of my feet the other day.

Named after Villa Kunterbunt from the Pippi stories, the design is a welcome splash of color when the rain clouds hang low and heavy and nature soon holds back with colors. It's also a great way to practice knitting with two threads, taking breaks in between every now and then: Pattern rows alternate here with plain, stockinette stitch rounds. We recommend Como by Lamana, our beautiful Superlight yarn made of merino wool.

A change of season always has something magical, I think. So, too, does the start of a new knit. Magical, by the way, is also my ability to acquire pattern and then - well - forget the corresponding knit-me-soon plan again.

Happened to me, for example, in January 2019. Hoppala, but time flies fast! Since I have in the knitting frenzy just bought eight pattern at PetiteKnit. And say and write one (!) Of them also re-knitted. Well, as it is just so, when you do something in a frenzy. Magic simply! (And it was a birthday sale, because Mette has turned 30. Not that you think I'm completely crazy now).

Seen 1000 times, 1000 times nothing happened ...

Among the not re-knitted pattern was also the Sunday Cardigan. What can I say ... Too bad that the good piece has not yet made it onto my needles. The round yoke adorns a block stripe pattern, otherwise it is kept simple in stockinette stitch.

Knit top down with Duo and Tynn Silk Mohair from Sandes. You work in three strands (once Duo, twice Tynn Silk Mohair). The sleeves are longer than usual and form a little balloon towards the hem. In the end, you have a nice, warming knit in your hands - just perfect for the coming weeks and months. Maybe I should just print out the pattern! Especially since we're planning another kit for next week - this time with Snefnug and Midnatssol from CaMaRose. We didn't have either yarn in the store at the time. So from next week you can choose 🙂 .

My collection of tutorials could definitely grow by those for the Soft Loop Sweater by Other Loops. Its drape is perfectly coordinated with the yarns used, Wild & Soft and Kid Seta by Gepard: delightfully light, with a soft silky shimmer.

As always with the designer, this model is also about a play of right and purl stitches. Even if I personally prefer to knit knit stitches, there can always be a few purl stitches in between. All those who have knitted the Osaka in rounds know what I'm talking about ...(Osaka? What's that? Find out in this theme!). Start at the loose stand-up collar, then work the shoulder in the round. For the sleeve holes, continue in rows to under the armpit, then knit in the round again. I can feel the sweater right on my skin - can you?

Before I have a small request in a moment, a bit of maschenfein net whisper: Last week I showed you the book Sticken auf Strick by Judit Gummlich from Laine Verlag. What can I say: You were quick! 😉 All books are gone. Marisa was able to order a small remaining quantity though. So feel free to put your name on the waiting list and I'll let you know as soon as the books arrive in the warehouse. I luckily got one and can highly recommend it. The loving presentation makes great desire to embroider!

You should also make a note of Grand Shetland Adventure Knits by Gudrun Johnston and Mary Jane Mucklestone. They take you on a knitting journey through Shetland. Beautiful photos, travel stories and of course knitting pattern will immerse you in the wild nature of the Scottish archipelago. The book will be published on October 20. If you subscribe to the list, you will receive a message by mail as soon as you can order.

Immediately in the basket, you can pack the pretty accessories from Merchant & Mills. I've already introduced you to the buttons, and now scissors and stitch markers have also arrived in the warehouse. Take a look at the utensils - I think they are the perfect gift for knitters. So long it is no longer until St. Nicholas ...

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There are knitwear designs that just age beautifully (unlike some other trends that have a very short half-life). And just the other day I saw the Winter Lines Cardigan by Katrin Schneider hanging on my mom's desk chair (and let it hang, really!) and it struck me how timeless this model is. The cardigan was published almost five years ago, but it is definitely worth to be shown again today.

The design is knitted with Como or Como Tweed from Lamana. Yarns that we have had in the Maschenfein store for a very, very long time and that we still find so great. When I'm looking for a pure new wool yarn in DK gauge (i.e. approx. 22 stitches per 10 cm), these two qualities are my favorites. So soft and light - lovely.

Knit the Winter Lines Cardigan top down in half brioche. That's music to your ears! Start at the collar, shoulder and front increases form the cardigan. After the shoulders, knit the front and back separately in rows up to armpit height. Then the back and front pieces are joined again and worked in a modified half brioche in rows to the final cuff. Short rows make the back longer. Then pick up stitches from the edges for the sleeves and knit them in half brioche to the cuff.

Who likes to knit patterns: That also works wonderfully with Como . For example, there are the Outono cuffs, which Sandra once designed for a maschenfein cuff collection. The highlight here: Due to the strength of the pattern, the middle part of the gauntlets becomes unusually heavy in relation to the yarn used. So they warm very pleasantly later.

If you want to tackle a larger project - and have no problems with English pattern - you should take a look at My Herringbone Jumper by Kirsten Nørgaard. I think the model is the perfect mix between "that certain something" and "still suitable for everyday use".

Knit from the top down, shaping the neck area with short rows. For the deep armholes and the long puff sleeves, the raglan slants are knit a little longer than usual. Of course, this model requires a bit of patience - otherwise sleeves tend to be narrower and you'll be happy about fewer stitches. But: It's worth it.

It's also worth taking a look at the new Sandnes magazine about Norske Ikoner - traditional Norwegian patterns interpreted in a modern way. That always makes my fingers itch. And even more so with Louisa and Jule - they are the biggest fans of Fair Isle and Co. in our team.

It is now like this: If you want to knit such a great piece, you need a little perseverance and good nerves. Because the patterns, of course, require a certain amount of concentration. And the construction of the designs, in turn, the good nerves, because: It is gesteekt. So cut open. 😱 And that, for example, not only with the parts that are knitted quasi as a sweater, but should become a cardigan (such as this design here). Because of this, they are cut open in the middle of the torso. In addition, some of the designs are also gesteekt at the armholes.

So these knitting projects are definitely something for advanced knitters, but the work is so, so, so worth it! I mean', if you have such a knitted piece in the closet or it probably mutates into the absolute knitting favorite - what more could you want? Feel free to share in the comments if you've ever dared to steek. Marisa wrote about her first steek experience back in 2015 and Sandra filmed her Loppa Cardigan a few months ago. Feel free to take a look at both!

Who is already trembling now and would rather save the Steeken as a challenge for the coming year - of course I can understand that. So how about Alma's sweater from MillaMila? A super cozy oversize sweater. Here you knit top down in a graphic pattern (you can get the matching cowl here).

Start at the back, which is worked in a trapezoid shape. Then pick up stitches along the back diagonals for the shoulder sections. The shoulder sections are then closed to form the front, before the front and back are joined to form the torso. What I particularly like, you may have guessed, are the side slits. In the kit we put Double Sunday and Tynn Silk Mohair from Sandnes.

A sweater construction is also too much for you right now? Then I still have two scarf designs on offer. Because luckily our beloved cloth and scarf season is starting slowly.

From Noriko Ichikaw I had shown you in the last Käffchen the sweater Cocoon Chokki, which we have now also created for you as a kit. While scrolling through her Ravelry store I stumbled across the scarf Naname , which immediately caught my eye with its simple pattern.

You can knit the design either as a scarf or as a cowl. What you need to know: right and purl stitches. So it's the ideal beginner project for all those who finally want to try an English tutorial. In the kit you will find Merry Merino 140 from Kremke Soul Wool.

Also characterized by clean lines is Vertical Shawl by Evgeniya Dupliy: the model you knit from one end to the other. Vertical lines in the full pattern create an interesting play of shadows and make the surface of the shawl particularly exciting. Only true knitting enthusiasts can write about designs like this, but it's just the way it is. I definitely feel a lot of variety and knitting fun with this design. Because in addition to the brioche, there are also elements that you work garter stitch. We've laid out the kit for you with Manos del Uruguay's original Fino yarn, a non-twisted wicking yarn of merino and silk.

Manos del Uruguay, by the way, is a very interesting producer: this is a fair trade project. The cooperative has existed since 1968 and belongs to the women who work there. The company structure allows them to stay local and feed their families. So in the end, consumers are left with not only knitting wool, but also a contribution to society. You are supporting women and valuing their work directly.

If you are done with your coffee and need more reading material, I have something really, really nice for you: Since yesterday the book "Sticken auf Strick" by Judit Gummlich from Laine Verlag is available.

On 200 pages you will learn everything you need to know about embroidery on knits. There are templates and detailed pattern - all beautifully presented, as always. I have never embroidered anything knitted. But looking at the pictures, I think I've missed something. Besides an English edition, there is also a German version this time, which we ordered for you. Have fun reading and embroidering!

Before we look at what you knit so, I want to tell you about another addition to the range. From now on you will find (even more) buttons with us! At the latest with our knitted fine Hortensie Cardigan, but also designs like the Eva or Artisane Cardigan has become clear to us: Here we still need something for you!

That's why you'll now find a small but fine selection of different designs in a separate section. And: We still have a special feature up our sleeve. But only in a small edition. So get ready - it can happen at any time!