
Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
Cheryl Mokhtaris Amber cardigan was inspired by her love of simplicity and clean lines of texture, which she wanted to combine into a flattering and feminine garment. Amber is a short-sleeved, V-neck cardigan with a classic raglan construction enjoyable to knit, with just the right balance of meditative stocking stitch interwoven with other elements. The cardigan is worked from the top down with two yarns (fingering/4-ply and lace) held together throughout.
Yarn weight
Lace
Skill level
1 of 12

Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
Paula Pereira's Bambuzal sweater is worked top-down, holding two strands of fingering-weight yarn together. The vertical stripes are created by a column of stitches where one strand stays in front while the other is used for the background fabric. The effect is delicate and subtle, but at the same time, the raglan shaping gives the sweater a sporty vibe. The long sleeves have a slight bell shape. The vertical columns reminded Paula of bamboo trees in Portuguese, the bamboo canebrake is called bambuzal.
Yarn weight
Fingering
Skill level
2 of 12

Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
Veera Välimäki's Blue Hour socks were inspired by twilight. The 4-ply-weight yarn and colour were chosen to make the most out of the simple lace pattern that creates more of a texture surface than decoration. The socks are worked from the cuff down with a heel flap. The lace pattern is mirrored on the socks.
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
3 of 12

Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
Dagdrøm (daydream in Danish) is a relaxed top with a clever construction. The sideways-knitted intarsia stripes and the interplay of strong and soft shades bring visual interest to the otherwise straightforward shape. The combination of linen (in a light-fingering weight) and alpaca (in a fingering-weight) gives the stripes both depth and a soft halo. The front and back begin with a provisional cast-on, which is later unravelled, and stitches are picked up for the side seams and sleeves.
Yarn weight
Skill level
4 of 12

Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
With this blouse, Heidi Kästner wanted to create a transeasonal garment. With its combination of lace and stocking stitch, Flecks of Sunshine is airy on the arms, yet envelops the upper body. This boxy-fit, collarless blouse with wide sleeves is worked from the top down using DK-weight yarn. The shape is simple, making it effortless to wear.
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
5 of 12

Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
This cute collar, designed by Vivian Wei, is a lovely way to add something special to an otherwise simple outfit! The shape is reminiscent of a flower, and flowers were also the inspiration behind the design. Flores uses 4-ply yarn and is worked in garter stitch and stocking stitch sections; the stocking sections also feature small folds. The collar is shaped with short rows. It begins and ends with a long i-cord ribbon.
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
6 of 12

Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
Reetta Haavisto's Hiekassa sweater was inspired by the delicate flowers that grow in the sand (hiekassa means in the sand in Finnish). This effortless, feminine sweater is worked in a loose tension, making it a quick knit. The balloon sleeves and subtle flower details at the neck and wrists add a romantic touch. The blend of wool and linen in the DK-weight yarn grounds the piece, giving it a rustic and natural feel. Hiekassa is knitted in one piece from the top down and features saddle shoulders.
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
7 of 12

Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
This semi-circular, garter stitch shawl is a great way to get used to intarsia knitting, as the colour changes happen at the same marked point on each row. The knitting begins at the centre of the straight edge, and the increases are distributed so seamlessly that theyre nearly invisible, creating a smooth surface. Knitted using lace-weight yarn.
Yarn weight
Lace
Skill level
8 of 12

Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
Reversi, designed by Julia Exner, is a half-brioche cardigan knitted in one piece, so there are no visible seams if you add buttons on both sides, you get a fully reversible garment! The cardigan is made by holding together one strand of fingering-weight yarn and one strand of mohair, resulting in a soft and squishy fabric. The stripes are created by changing the colour of the mohair. The combination of ecru and yellow gives a fresh spring vibe.
Yarn weight
Lace
Skill level
9 of 12

Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
Selsey, designed by Sophie Hemmings, is a highly textured sweater with an engaging stitch pattern and lots of shaping detail. The pattern was named after the Selsey coastline in the south of England, which juts out in a pyramid shape, much like the stocking stitch panel in this sweater. The knitting begins by shaping the shoulders of the back panel while also establishing the travelling stitch pattern in a slip-stitch rib. When the yoke is finished, the body is worked in the round. Knitted using lace-weight yarn.
Yarn weight
Lace
Skill level
10 of 12

Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
Thuja, designed by Sarah Solomon, is a laid-back layering piece for milder weather. This open-front, drop-shoulder cardigan has a slightly cropped silhouette and a deep V-neck. The leafy, tree-like lace motif inspired the name thuja is the name for a variety of evergreen trees. The cardigan is worked bottom up using fingering-weight yarn. Seams add structure to a drapey garment and ensure it will look tailored and hold its shape.
Yarn weight
Fingering
Skill level
11 of 12

Laine Magazine Issue 24: Brushstrokes
Sunlight entering the room inspired this pattern valo means light in Finnish. The modern and versatile vest can be layered and combined in multiple ways, making it suitable for year-round wear. The lively fabric is created with alternating ribbed stitches. Using fingering-weight yarn, Valo is worked from the top down, starting from the back of the vest. There are two alternatives for the belt: either worked with double knitting or the i-cord technique.
Yarn weight
Fingering
Skill level
12 of 12