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New pattern release :: Primono!

I am so excited to share my newest pattern with you all!! Introducing Primono (Primrose Yarn Co. + Kimono)!!  This pattern is available both on Ravelry and knitgraffiti.com!  Receive a 20% discount using coupon code PRIMONO at checkout through Friday, September 8 at midnight CT.

Primono has been an idea of mine for almost one year, when I sketched it out last fall of 2017. I wanted to create a kimino-style robe that I could wear comfortably around the house, but something that was also stylish enough to be worn out on the town as a jacket! I was totally inspired by the fashion craze of wearing kimonos and robes as jackets, and the women who are wearing them around New York are just so fabulous. I knew I wanted it to be a modular construction, to keep it exciting.  And I really wanted to used different stitch patterns to ensure that it fit nicely on my body.

Originally, I wasn’t even thinking of using two-color brioche!  I was afraid that it would stretch out too much and just be really heavy.  But using Primrose Yarn Co.’s Sophia MCN fingering weight yarn actually kept it very lightweight!  I knew two-color brioche would give it an extra depth, and so I paired it with the slip-stitch honeycomb pattern for the waistband and collar.  This really helped give it some extra stability and cinched in at the waist!  The modular construction makes it SUPER fun to knit, and even though it is a rather large piece, the knitting just flies by as you’re constantly itching to get to the next section!

I wanted to add a modern touch to a classic kimono-style cardigan, so I created this brioche stitch pattern to bloom out of the waistband.  The pattern is carried up the back for added depth of interest.

Be sure to check out all of my amazing test knitters’ glorious projects!!  There were so many different color combos used.  And with the pattern being available in 7 different sizes, you are sure to find your ideal fit.  I decided I wanted 8″ / 20cm of positive ease, so I knit the size 46″ bust for myself.  I actually measured my own robe to ensure that this fit exactly the way I wanted!!  You can read more on the pattern page, and if you have any more questions, feel free to email me or leave a comment here.

I hope you enjoy my newest pattern, and thank you for reading!!

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New pattern release :: Madness & This is Madness e-book!

This is mad, darling, mad!!  Now available on Ravelry and knitgraffiti.com :: Madness is a reversible hat with a dramatic brioche motif, surrounded by two-color garter stitch stripes and a deep two-color brioche brim. Inspired by Art Deco and the flapper styles of the 1920’s, this hat is sure to make an impression wherever you go! And using 2 skeins of bulky yarn, this hat knits up in no time. You can find this pattern on its own, or as part of This is Madness e-book!  The e-book includes this hat pattern, as well as 3 of my already published patterns: Pink Madness, Midnight Madness, and Deco Mug Mat. You can steal it for $14!! You can also find the e-book on Ravelry, here.

I had SO much fun with this design :: from the Art Deco concept, to the bulky yarn that knits up so quickly, to choosing my outfit and styling.  But first, let’s talk about the yarn.  I have been collaborating with We Are Knitters for awhile now, and love working with them.  Their yarn is high quality, and they are super nice to work with.  Plus, they have so many amazing kits on their website, what’s not to love?  I wanted to try their Petite Wool, since I knew it would be a bit easier to work with, and 2 contrasting skeins would make a beautiful brioche hat!   Even though it’s a rather bulky yarn, I was surprised by how lightweight it was. The sample shown here was knit using colors Pearl Grey as the Main Color, and Wine as the Contrast Color, but they have loads of beautiful color combinations to choose from!  The single-ply and softness create a gorgeous stitch definition, especially with the texture changes from two-color brioche to two-color garter stitch.

Main Side of hat
Contrast side of hat

The design motif found on one side of this hat can also be found on two of my other brioche patterns: Pink Madness and Deco Mug Mat!  If you really want to go a little mad, you can get my entire This is Madness e-book, which also includes Midnight Madness, a stellar brioche and garter cape that will be the statement piece of your wardrobe!

 

 

 

 

I am also running an introductory offer through the weekend on Ravelry :: receive a 20% discount on Madness pattern by itself by using coupon code MAD !  The pattern is also discounted on my website automatically, offer ends on Thursday, March 16th at midnight Eastern.

Happy briocheing, friends!