
make a tie-cord
I-cords are great. For example as ties on a baby cardigan like marja-stina: For some purposes a thinner, sturdier tie or cord is the ticket – a tie-cord. more…
Aranaranja
Aranaranja is the cover design for Åsa Tricosa Ziggurats: 16 elegantly seamless knits (available from Shephardess & other stockists) Aranaranja is a cosy, stylish, zingy turtle neck that can be sleekly fitted or knitted a little wider for more comfort. The pattern gives instructions for both variants . This turtleneck brings you the somewhat futuristic style of […] more…
Black Basalt
Black Basalt is one of 16 designs in Åsa Tricosa Ziggurats: 16 elegantly seamless knits (available from Shephardess & other stockists) Black Basalt is an everyday wardrobe staple, your ‘always-reach-for’ basic cardigan. With a classic round neck and a relaxed fit, it is neither bulky nor boxy. It goes with everything. more…
Chatoyant
Chatoyant is one of 16 designs in Åsa Tricosa Ziggurats: 16 elegantly seamless knits (available from Shephardess & other stockists) Now also available as a single pattern on Ravelry. Chatoyant is is sleek and luxurious Ziggurat with subtle detailing. The silky, lush yarn is by WalkCollection and is suitably called Luxe DK. more…
Coucou
Coucou is one of 16 designs in Åsa Tricosa Ziggurats: 16 elegantly seamless knits (available from Shephardess & other stockists) Coucou is an adorable, slightly flared Ziggurat, featuring a contrasting cable neckline, a tuck, and a dainty pocket. more…
Dusala
Dusala is one of 16 designs in Åsa Tricosa Ziggurats: 16 elegantly seamless knits (available from Shephardess & other stockists) The simple, chic silhouette of this classic cardigan provides a perfect palette for all kinds of colour play – and there are lots of colours to play with in the Rohrspatz & Wollmeise collection of […] more…
Fubarite
Fubarite is one of 16 designs in Åsa Tricosa Ziggurats: 16 elegantly seamless knits (available from Shephardess & other stockists) Now also available as a single pattern on Ravelry. This tailored turtleneck has all the virtues of a Ziggurat with the added bonus of exquisite detailing. They come together in this modernist take on classic styling. […] more…
Jadeite
Jadeite is one of 16 designs in Åsa Tricosa Ziggurats: 16 elegantly seamless knits (the book is available from Shephardess & other stockists) standalone pattern available on Ravelry: Jadeite This slouchy cardigan in divine Gotland Aran from The Little Grey Sheep has quickly become a favourite. more…
Jolt of Blue
Jolt of Blue is one of 16 designs in Åsa Tricosa Ziggurats: 16 elegantly seamless knits (available from Shephardess & other stockists) Discreet shirring at the edge of the drapey funnel neck, hem and cuffs creates gentle waves, providing a relaxed and coherent structure. With generous ease, this is a three-season wardrobe staple suitable for layering. more…
Petrichor
Petrichor is one of 16 designs in Åsa Tricosa Ziggurats: 16 elegantly seamless knits (available from Shephardess & other stockists) This is a sister to Jolt of Blue. This casual, silken funnel neck is sophisticated and comfortably relaxed in equal measure. A subtle wavy texture is worked into the top of a slouchy funnel neck, and […] more…
Ziggurat Book Posse
THANK YOU to… It is not possible to make a book alone. I depend on so many knitters and other members in our yarn and fibre community. You’ll find some of them highlighted in future posts. Here is my collective THANK YOU. Yarn Makers & Dyers First of all a huge THANK YOU to the patient […] more…