I can help answer this!
I have three favourite kitting designers that I would like to share with you.
I am not a knitter myself but here are some patterns I have had knitted up for my family and others that I can’t wait to have knitted up next.
What have the kids been wearing?
The Avery Sweater
First up is the Avery Sweater that Flora is wearing knitted up in the outcast wool.
This sweater is designed by Lisa F Design based in Wānaka, New Zealand.
“A crew neck textured sweater featuring a garter stitch details. Knitted in Wild Earth Yarns Natural 8ply. Teamed up with a fairisle beanie. The hat has two versions, knitted flat on straight needles or on the round on double pointed needles and work off a chart”
You can find a link to this pattern here.
Avery Sweater.
The Marlow Hoodie
Next you can see Evelyn wearing the Marlowe Hoodie by Lisa F Design.
“A simple textured striped hoodie with knit as you go garter stitch front bands for a boy or a girl. Drop shoulder sleeves and a neat hood make this is an easy to knit pattern“.
You can find the link to this pattern here
Marlow Hoodie
The details and wooden buttons on the Marlowe make this hoodie super sweet.
The Vyna Vest and Hat
The ‘Vyna Vest’ is incredibly special to us, as it is named after my late Grandmother Vyna. She used to knit prolifically for my girls, and they would always be wearing one of her creations.
My favourite were her vests, as the girls would stay warm when we would have ‘discussions’ about putting on a jumper. This way their favourite tees could still be seen (if you have toddlers I’m sure you know this discussion) and their bodies would still be warm while out playing.
Lisa F designs has made this pattern complete with a hat to match. This is her description.
“The Vyna Vest and Hat combine style, comfort, and nature-inspired patterns. The diamond and cable texture reflects the shapes and lines found in the back country of Ōtemātātā Station. Enjoy a stylish and cozy look any time of the year and are the perfect knitwear for an outdoor adventure“
Other patterns that Lisa has designed for our beautiful Ōtemātātā wool include;
The Mountains and Valleys Baby Blanket
“Mountains and Valleys Blanket, knitted in beautiful merino 8ply. The geometric knit and purl pattern reflects the mountains and valleys of Otago where the Merino’s live. The pattern has two sizes, bassinet and cot”.
You can find the pattern here;
The Mountains and Valleys Baby Blanket.
The Flutter Butterfly Hat
“Flutter Butterfly Hat, a simple lace pattern a deep rib and finished off with a pompom. Flutter… represents pretty native butterflies dancing among the tussocks on the hill country station”.
You can find the pattern here;
Do you need a beginners pattern?
You might like to look at some of the creations made by Kerryn at Needle and Hook. Designed and made in Gore, New Zealand.
The Charlie Jacket Pattern
“This stunningly simple, coat style jacket is worked in one piece from the bottom up with a slip stitched edge with only the shoulders and the top of the hood to seam.
Sections at the top of both fronts and back are left on stitch holders to be worked later with the hood. Sleeves are worked in the round using the magic loop method. A simple make perfect for entry-level knitters ready to take their knitting journey to the next level”.
You can find the pattern here;
The Charlie Jacket Pattern
The Betty Sweater
What about this beginners woman’s jumper pattern.
“Named after my Great Aunty Betty. A truly amazing lady who inspired my slowcraft journey by giving me a hand knitted blanket when my first child, Regan, was born. She always made time for those she loved and welcomed everyone with a hug. I hope you feel loved and welcomed in your Betty Sweater”.
You can find the pattern here;
The Betty Sweater
Now onto what you have seen Joe and I wearing lately.
The Monday Sweater
This is the Monday Sweater by Petite Knit a Danish knitting designer. I have this knitted up in our gorgeous Outcast Wool and it’s delicious.
“The Monday Sweater is worked from the top down with raglan increases to shape the yoke. The neck rib edge is folded and knitted together (to form a double neckband) and short rows are worked at the back of the neck to shape the neckline and raise the back. The sleeves are worked in the round on double-pointed needles or on a circular needle using the Magic Loop technique”
You can find the pattern here;
The Monday Sweater
The Rigmor Tee
This is another pattern I adore wearing. I always get so many comments on it. It is another Petite knit pattern called the Rigmor Tee.
“The Rigmor Tee is worked in the round on a circular needle from the bottom up with raglan decreases to shape the yoke. The sleeves are worked in the round on double-pointed needles (or on a long circular needle using the Magic Loop technique). Stitches are bound off for the neck opening and at the end stitches are picked up and knitted for the neck ribbed edge. The Rigmor Tee has a feminine and simple lace pattern on both body and sleeves. The chart for the lace pattern can be found at the end of the pattern”.
You can find the pattern here;
Rigmor Tee
The Hanstholm Jumper
Joe has been wearing this Hanstholm Jumper and he is obsessed with it’s warmth. Knitted up in our Outcast wool – he jokes that we will go through less fire wood this year.
“The Hanstholm Sweater is worked from the top down with raglan increases on the yoke. Short rows are worked after the neck rib edge to shape the neckline”.
You can find the pattern here;
Hanstholm Jumper
And lastly you wanted some Woman’s Vest Pattern Ideas
Staying with my love for Petite Patterns here you go x
The Stockholm Slipover V-Neck
“The Stockholm Slipover V-neck has a V-shaped neckline and is worked from the top down. First, the back part of the yoke is worked, then the front shoulders and finally the body. The Stockholm Slipover V-neck has slanting shoulders that create a good fit and which are shaped using short rows. Rib edges are worked along the V-neck edge and armhole edges, and the edges are finished with an Italian bind-off. Begin by working a swatch to determine which needle size you need to achieve the correct gauge – it is important for the shoulder width of the design that the correct gauge is achieved”
You can find the pattern here;
Stockholm Slipover V-Neck
The Stockholm Slipover
“The Stockholm Slipover vest is worked from the top down. The back part of the yoke is worked first, then the shoulders and front and finally the two sections are joined for the body of the slipover. The Stockholm Slipover has slanting shoulders that create a very good fit and which are shaped using short rows. Rib edges are worked along the neck edge and armholes, and all the edges are finished with an Italian bind-off. Begin by knitting a swatch to determine which needle size you need to achieve the correct gauge – it is important for the shoulder width of the design to achieve the correct gauge”.
You can find the pattern here;
Stockholm Slipover
The Moby Slipover
“The Moby Slipover is worked from the top down in a texture and cable pattern. First the back yoke is worked. After this, stitches are picked up and knitted for the shoulders, which are then joined to form the front yoke. The front and back yoke are joined to form the body, which is worked straight down in the round. Rib edges are worked along the neck edge and armholes. Knit a swatch to determine which needle size you need to achieve the correct gauge – note that this can vary from yarn to yarn. Take care to wash the swatch before measuring, as the texture pattern can grow with wash”
You can find the pattern here;
The Moby Slipover