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July 27, 2015 2 Comments

10 of the most inspiring knitting patterns for late summer - click through for how to get your hands on them all!

It’s that time again – time to take a look at patterns published in the past month and drool over my favorites. Items sometimes make this list because they use clever techniques for construction, sometimes because they combine stitches/colors/yarns in eye-catching ways, and sometimes they make it because they just make me smile. Let’s take a look at my July faves!

Anthro by Hanna Maciejewska

Anthro by Hanna Maciejewska

Why I love it: That cable detail placed at the center back. Done. Sold. That detail is how shaping is accomplished for the waist, which is genius. And using a similar cable detail on the cuffs? So good.
Sinuous Pencil Scarf by Alice Humbracht

Sinuous Pencil Scarf by Alice Humbracht

Why I love it: Look at it! There’s nothing wrong with a cute knitting project for back to school season.

Kith by Justyna Lorkowska

Kith by Justyna Lorkowska

Why I love it: The asymmetrical yellow accents, of course! Coupled with the contrasting, neutral stripes, this piece packs a visual punch.

Mookari by Ambah

Mookari by Ambah

Why I love it: The bias knit combined with simple garter and lace panels are not only pretty, but they make this an advanced beginner-friendly project that’s great for stepping up your skills.

Tartelette by Lisa Chemery

Tartelette by Lisa Chemery

Why I love it: Some of it is proooobabbly the adorable toddler modeling the sweater, but I have other reasons for loving this piece. Seed stitch combined with a cable edging you can’t see in this shot (but should totally click through to check out), make this a sweater I’ll be gifting my friends’ babies as soon as they’re big enough.

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pwani

Pwani by Clare Devine

Why I love it: There aren’t enough pretty mesh knitting projects in the world. That’s it!

Chilkat Cowl by Rosemary Hill

Chilkat Cowl by Rosemary Hill

Why I love it: Lace panels (clearly a theme of this month’s pattern releases!) combined with jogless stripes and an awesome drawstring are all things I’m loving in knitting right now.

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/starry-summer-nights

Starry Summer Nights by Iris Schreier

Why I love it: This is what I call a summer shawl! Particularly this brightly colored sample.

The Turtles' Journey Shawl by Heather Anderson

The Turtles’ Journey Shawl by Heather Anderson

Why I love it: Obviously, look at this turtle motif! I’m going to have to bookmark that for future reference for sure.

Whippet by Anke Strick

Whippet by Anke Strick

Why I love it: A simple, subtle silhouette combined with placed lace across the body and sleeves make this a good summer cardigan with great breathability.

10 of the most inspiring knitting patterns for late summer - click through for how to get your hands on them all!

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Heidi Gustad is a craft book author, designer & creator specializing in yarn crafts like knitting, crochet, latch hook & macramé. Her first book, Latch Hook: 12 Projects for the Modern Maker, is out now.

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  1. Julie

    July 27, 2015 at 10:18 am

    a great roundup! Starry nights and Whippet are my faves.

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  2. Andrea @ Thos Knitted Life

    July 27, 2015 at 4:39 pm

    I love Whippet! Thanks for sharing.

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Here’s how to work a Norwegian purl stitch for e Here’s how to work a Norwegian purl stitch for easier continental style knitting. With this purling method, the working yarn says tensioned (held) at the back of your knitting at all times. For many knitters, always holding the yarn at the back helps with tension issues, as well as feeling a little more comfortable. 
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Have you ever tried this style of purl? . All thi Have you ever tried this style of purl? 
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All this recent talk about throwing vs. continental style knitting made it clear many people struggle with purling in continental knitting. Turns out that Norway may have the answer! In Norwegian purling, the working yarn stays tensioned at the back at all times, helping with speed and tension. 🤯
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It’s been a hot second since I showed my face or It’s been a hot second since I showed my face or reintroduced myself, so here goes! I’m Heidi Gustad, a craft book author, pattern designer, and tutorial creator who specializes in yarn crafts. Lately, I’ve been focused on releasing quality knitting videos and related blog posts to help teach things like the difference between provisional cast ons and how to fix common knitting mistakes. Next week I’m shooting requested crochet and latch hook videos, so h👀kers, your time is coming! And if you ever have tutorial requests, please let me know. ☺️
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