Colorwork takes center stage in the Fall 2025 new knitting book lineup. Explore Nordic heritage with Nordic Sailors' & Fishermen's Sweaters, Happy Nordic Knits, and Spectacular: Modern Danish Knitting. Travel to the Northern Atlantic archipelagos for Traditional Knits from the Faroe Islands and Fair Isle Knitting Tradition. Finally, head stateside with Knitting the U.S.A. with 50 beanies celebrating every state's landmarks and landscapes.| talvi knits.
State of Flux is a reversible compound raglan sweater with bold brioche details and a cozy cowl neck. In this post I share the story behind the design : how it’s constructed, what makes it reversible, tips for neat finishes, and ideas for color pairings. Whether you’re curious about asymmetric raglans, brioche details, or layering mohair with wool, you’ll find inspiration (and practical advice) to fuel your next knit.| talviknits
Welcome to talvi knits! The place for fun knitting patterns with interesting contrasts in both color and texture. Designed by Susanna Winter.| talviknits
The fewer movements, the more efficient and faster your knitting. Learn how to knit smoother versions of the SSK, SSSK, and CDD decreases.| talviknits
Feather and Fan and Old Shale are often confused, but they’re two distinct, traditional Shetland lace stitch patterns with unique looks and structures. In this post, you’ll learn why the mix-up happened, how to tell them apart visually, and what makes their stitch construction different. Feather and Fan is jagged and angular, resembling feathers, while Old Shale is smooth and wavy like sea shells. Next time you’ll know which is which!| talviknits
From cables galore to subtle shades, DROPS Fall 2025/Winter 2026 collection showcases five standout knitting trends. Expect lots of cables, European and saddle shoulders, and full-fashioned shaping that turns increases and decreases into design features. The palette leans neutral but you can spice thing up with color mixing.| talvi knits.
Meet Soft As Starlight, a delicate lace cowl inspired by meteor showers and knit in airy silk mohair. Designed as a companion to Lyrides, this almost-weightless accessory features intuitive lace, twisted ribbing, and a seamless construction. With three customizable sizes and minimal yardage, it’s perfect for stash yarn or that one special skein. Read the full post for design features, yarn and colorway suggestions, and styling ideas!| talviknits
Summer 2025 knitting book releases focus on socks, sweaters, and sheep. From beginner-friendly heel-free tube socks to more advanced sweater designs, there’s something for every skill level. Learn embroidery for knits, dive into rugged Scandi-style garments, and celebrate British sheep breeds in a must-have wool guide. These fresh releases are perfect for knitters eager to expand their skills over the summer months.| talvi knits.
Curious about brioche? Love playing with color? This blog post introduces the Villikaura cowl, a cozy, richly-textured knit inspired by wild oats and shifting light. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the design process, discover color combo ideas, learn about the construction, and find tips for customizing your own version. You'll also find yarn recommendations, schematic info, and where to buy the pattern.| talviknits
Introducing Wychwood, a cozy pullover that blends simple stockinette with a touch of lace. In this blog post, you’ll learn about the thoughtful design details, how the asymmetric compound raglan shaping improves fit, and how the sweater can be customized to suit your body. Plus, find yarn suggestions, sizing info, and the story behind the name.| talvi knits.
This blog post explores the concept of asymmetric compound raglan shaping, a more nuanced alternative to the conventional top-down raglan sweater. It explains how standard raglans oversimplify shaping, resulting in poor fit especially for size-inclusive designs. Learn how varying increase rates, separating shaping for body and sleeves, and asymmetry between front and back can vastly improve sweater fit and tailoring.| talvi knits.
Learn all about Lyrides, a top-down henley-neck raglan sweater pattern inspired by spring meteor showers, knit in a single strand of lace-weight silk mohair yarn. This blog post covers inspiration behind the design, unique features, construction details, customization options like bust darts and sleeve lengths, yarn requirements, and sizing guidance. Links to where to buy the pattern as well as recommended yarn substitutions and colorway suggestions are included.| talviknits
Learn how to knit the Centered Median Increase (CMI), a decorative double increase that turns one stitch into three stitches.| talvi knits.
Spring 2025 brings a fresh new line-up of knitting books of vintage-inspired designs, modern knits, and stylish accessories. Linda Ivell and Helene Arnesen revive retro fashion with resized, vintage-inspired patterns, while Marita Clementz, Andrea Brauneis, and Joan Ho offer fresh takes on Scandinavian, Fair Isle, and lightweight knitwear. For accessory lovers, Laine 52 Weeks of Accessories and Yoko Hatta's Small Knits provide stylish small-project inspiration. Which one will you cast on first?| talviknits
Learn how to knit horizontal forethought pockets — no sewing or seaming required! This photo tutorial walks you through the process step by step, from placing waste yarn for pocket placement to picking up stitches, knitting the pocket bag, and securing the bottom with a three-needle bind-off. This method can be used to knit double-layer pockets that are seamlessly integrated into the garment.| talviknits
Spring and summer 2025 knitting trends bring simplicity and femininity to the forefront. Trendy knitting patterns this season highlight five key themes: minimalist stitches with stockinette and garter stitch, feminine details like scalloped edges and ruffles, and a juxtaposition of Euro shoulders versus set-in sleeves. Warm-weather designs favor short-sleeved or sleeveless knits in lightweight fibers while mohair and alpaca ensure cozy options for those cooler days.| talviknits
Mystery revealed! Learn all about the Fair Isle Mitten MKALendar and what makes it such a versatile project all year round.| talvi knits.
Discover the story behind Happenchance, a V-neck cardigan with cabled back, hidden pockets, and an optional shawl collar.| talvi knits.
Explore the highlights of my knitting year 2024: 17 projects completed, 7 new patterns released, and 23 blog post shared.| talvi knits.
Winter 2025 knitting books focus on pet knits, sustainable crafting and stash busting, bold graphic blankets, and decorative floral motifs.| talvi knits.
Read my review of The Doodle Knit Directory by Jamie Lomax, an inspiring guide for colorwork knitters of all levels.| talvi knits.
Join the free Fair Isle Mitten MKALendar! Knit festive colorwork mittens, fingerless mitts, or flip-top mittens in 25 days with daily clues.| talvi knits.
Pockets make everything better! In this tutorial you'll learn how to knit a vertical pocket that doesn't require steeking or cutting into your work. The tutorial walks you through three decisions regarding pocket placement, knitting a vertical pocket opening, why a rectangular pocket is easy to knit but impractical to use, shaping the pocket lining, and putting it all together into a functioning vertical pocket.| talviknits
