Patterns

The Esko Kimono knitting pattern is an elegant design with a butter soft luxurious feel. Experience amazing drape and choose either Blue Sky Fibers Alpaca Silk or Metalico  to create this piece. A range of gorgeous colours are on offer. Stunning stripes add interest - this will be a staple wardrobe element to dress up any outfit. Knitted on circular needles this beautiful kimono is most suited to an advanced beginning knitter.

Pattern caters for 3 different sizes:  XS/S, M/L and XL/XXL.

You will need:

6, 7 or 7 skeins of colour A depending on size chosen

4, 5 or 5 skeins of colour B depending on size chosen

4.00mm circular needle with cable of at least 100cm

4.00mm extra standard needle

Stitch holder

Tapestry needle.

From the Blue Sky Fibers Spud & Chloe Tiny Tots Collection.

The Cookies & Cream Cardi is a unisex design knitted in rib with a stand-up collar. Knitted in Sweater, a blend of 50% superwash wool and 50% organic cotton, it is soft to wear and easy to wash. A stylish everyday cardigan design for boys and girls 18 months to 4 years of age. A pattern best suited to intermediate knitters.

You will need:

• 3, 4, 4, 4 skeins of Spud & Chloe 'Sweater' dependent upon size (18mths, 24mths, 2T or 4T)
• 5.00 mm circular needle with an 80 cm cable or size needed to obtain gauge
• 5 x 25 mm buttons
• Stitch holders
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle.
  
  

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Busy little girls need a throw on poncho for their outdoor adventures and the Puddle Jumper Poncho just does the trick.

It is a stylish number that is knitted in a single easy piece on circular needles. Made in Spud & Chloe Sweater for durability, warmth and softness.

2 to 4 skeins is all that is needed depending on size (18 months to 4 years).

A terrific knitting pattern for an advanced beginner.

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A super-soft modern design is The Pine Island Pullover.
Made in Organic Cotton (Worsted) with two strands together, it is a quick-to-grow knit.

The pattern is a knit 1, purl 2 rib with side splits and exposed seams. The pattern also includes an optional cowl that gives the jumper a slouchy turtle next look. Sized XS through to XL this pattern is best suited to the advanced beginner.

What you will need:

• The correct number of Organic Cotton (Worsted) hanks according to size:
• XS-7   |  S-8   |   M-10   |  L-11   |   XL-12   plus two extra hanks for all sizes if including the optional cowl
• 9.00mm circular needle
• Stitch marker.

The Can-Do Cardi is from the Blue Sky Fibers Spud & Chloe Small Fries Collection designed for those special little people aged 4, 5 and 6 years. This pattern is knitted from the bottom up and has a lovely empire line shape for that busy little girl in your life. One for all seasons and made in super wash Sweater (50% wool and 50% organic cotton) this is a timeless piece that is best suited to an intermediate knitter.

You will need:

• 4, 4, or 5 skeins of Spud & Chloe 'Sweater' dependent on size (4, 5 or 6 years)
• 4.5 mm circular needle with a 60 cm cable
• 4.5 mm double pointed needles (or size to obtain gauge
• 5 x 25 mm buttons
• Stitch holders
• Tapestry needle.

Created in machine washable Spud & Chloe 'Sweater' and super squishy 'Outer', the McKinley Scarf is comfy and has loads of interesting texture. Two beautiful yarns that are both toasty warm and soft. This project knits up quickly on big needles and has a lovely long fringe to add interest. Advanced beginners - this is a great one for you!

You will need:

• 2 skeins of 'Sweater' and 4 skeins of 'Outer'
• 12 mm needles
• Tapestry needle.

The allrounder winter hat pattern for everyone. The Hilltop Family Hat is a one skein wonder! Suitable for any gender and sized from newborn to large adult, this beanie will be your go-to pattern for many years to come. Can be worn as a slouch, a classic brim or even inside out.

You will need:

• 1 skein of Blue Sky Fibers Organic Cotton (Worsted) or Printed Organic Cotton (Worsted). Alternatively, Spud & Chloe Sweater.
• 4.5 mm circular needle with 40 or 50 cm cable or size to obtain gauge
• Stitch marker.

A simple smooth knit and purl pattern in a timeless design. Knitted from the bottom up and with a dropped sleeve in 100% Organic Cotton (Worsted) this will be your go-to soft and cuddly jumper. Recommended for knitters at an intermediate level of skill.

What you will need:

• Number of skeins of Blue Sky Fibers Organic Cotton (Worsted) according to size:
• XS-6   S-6   M-7   L-8   XL-9   XXL-10 hanks
• 5.00mm circular needle (with approx 60cm cable)
• 5.00mm circular needle (with approx 40cm cable)
• Stitch holder.

Who doesn't love a wardrobe staple that is super comfy and looks sharp as well? Meet the Seven Sisters Top a loose fitting number that is great on a hot Summer's day and just as stylish under a jacket in cooler weather. Made in everyone's favourite, Blue Sky Fibers' Organic Cotton (Worsted) or Printed Organic Cotton (Worsted). Buttery soft and quick to whip up this is definitely a trans-seasonal top you are going to want to make - more than once.

If you are an advanced beginner, this is this the pattern for you.

You will need:

XS, S (4 skeins) M, L, XL (5 skeins) XXL (6 skeins) of Printed Organic Cotton (Worsted)

5.00mm circular needle with 80cm cable for the body ribbing

5.00mm circular needle with 60cm cable for the neck ribbing

5.00mm circular needle with 40cm cable for the sleeve ribbing

6.00mm circular needle with 80cm cable for body or size needed to obtain gauge

Spare needle for three-needle bind off

Stitch holders

Stitch markers

Tapestry needle.

This top is worked in the round to the armholes and then divided and worked back and forth.

Gazing at the expanse of the lake, Georgie takes in the blue depths of the water while wiggling toes in the warmth of the golden sand.

Made with Blue Sky Fibers ethically produced Organic Cotton Worsted this is a beautifully soft and snug hooded wrap in two sizes.

The pattern requires 5 or 6 hanks for the main colour and then one contrast hank for the pretty edging. Suited to knitters at advanced beginner stage.

A wonderful piece to keep at hand for when softness and warmth are needed.

Pictured: Made with Organic Cotton Worsted Shell and Bone colours.

A quick-to-knit soft and cosy jacket for the littlies to keep the cold at bay. Made in deliciously springy Spud & Chloe "Outer" a blend of organic cotton for softness and superwash wool for durability. If you are like me, I love it when things knit up super quickly and Outer is the perfect yarn for the task. The Honeybear Hoodie is stitched from the top down so you can make it any length that you like and it is easy and straightforward to knit. Sizing is provided for babies from birth to 12 months.

What you will need:

• 3 or 4 hanks depending on size chosen
• 3 hanks for 0 to 3 months pattern and 3 to 6 months sizing
• 4 hanks for 6 to 12 months pattern
• 8.00mm double pointed needles (or size to meet gauge)
• 8.00mm (with 40 cm cable approx) circular needle for first two sizes
• 8.00mm (60 cm cable approx) circular needle for 6 to 12 months sizing
• Or sizes needed to obtain gauge
• Stitch Markers
• Two buttons.

This is a super fun knitted hat with a surprisingly easy pattern. Advanced beginners are encouraged to give this one a go. You will be knitting in the round, changing colours, doing knit and purl stitches and decreasing to shape your hat. Fun little 25gram balls in bright and happy colours make this design easier to achieve. If you haven't tried colour work before this is a wonderful pattern with which to take the leap! 

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For those who love a pattern that doesn't get boring! A soft and warm unisex beanie in wonderful warm Autumn shades ... or choose your own combination! Made with Scheepjes Merino Soft using the following colours:

622 Klee, 624 Renoir, 619 Gauguin, 603 Michelangelo, 607 Braque, 604 Lowry, 639 Monet, 641 Van Gogh, 628 Botticelli and 623 Rothko. One ball of each. 

You will also need:

• 3.5mm circular needle (40cm long),
• 4.00mm circular needle (60cm long),
• 4.00mm double pointed needles,
• 7 stitch markers,
• Large pompom maker and a tapestry needle. 

This pattern was created following requests for a poncho that covered both arms. It floats beautifully when worn. So very soft, light and warm. A knit pattern for a developing beginner made on circular needles. The accompanying photo shows the poncho in two shades: the main body in 'Glacial' and the neck in 'Rain'. For a different look, create all in one colour!

The Cookie Crumbs Jumper Pattern is a new design with of focus on texture, fit and flattering form. Knitted in The Woven Soft and Chunky, the jumper knits up quickly and is made from the bottom up. Beautiful full sleeves and textured stitches add interest. Best suited to an intermediate knitter, the Cookie Crumbs Jumper is completed in 4 x 200g skeins.

A classic unisex children's jumper in the ultra soft Scheepjes Merino Soft. This pattern includes five sizes from birth to 3 years of age. You will need 1 ball for each of the two contrast colours and between 4 to 6 balls of your main colour depending upon size.

You will also need:

• 3.25mm needles,
• 4.00mm needles,
• 3.25mm circular needles (40cm long),
• stitch holder,
• stitch markers,
• tapestry needles
• 6 x buttons for the shoulders.

A fresh trans-seasonal unisex pattern including instructions for both jumper and cardigan. DMC 100% Baby Cotton is super soft and comes in a gorgeous range of modern shades.

You will need (for both the jumper or the cardigan):

Sizes 0-3 months, 3-6 months and 6-9 months:  3 balls of DMC 100% Baby Cotton

Sizes 9-12 months, 12-18 months:  4 balls

Size 18-24 months:  5 balls (jumper) 6 balls (cardigan)

3.00mm single point needles and 4.00mm single point needles

Stitch holders.

Cute and cuddly hats for little ones in DMC 100% Baby Cotton. The pattern caters for sizes birth to 3 years. Lots of lovely colours from which to choose and the pattern is rated at "easy" skill level.

You will need:

• 1 ball for the teddy bear hat (all sizes)
• 2 balls for the rabbit hat (all sizes)
• 3.25mm needles and 4.00mm needles
• Oddments of yarn for embroidery.

A beautiful classic design is this three-cabled jumper for children. The pattern also gives instructions to make this design as a vest. Using DMC French 100% Baby Cotton, this design caters for sizes birth to 3 years. A wide range of beautiful colours are available in this gorgeous yarn. The skill level for this jumper is rated as "medium".

You will need:

• 3 to 5 balls for a jumper depending on size
• 2 to 3 balls if making a vest
• 3.25 mm knitting needles and 4.00mm knitting needles
• Cable needle and stitch holders.

A fun and super comfortable onesie made in lovely French DMC 100% Baby Cotton. This pattern is rated "medium" skill level and includes sizes birth to 2 years.  A range of beautiful colours are available from which to choose.

You will need:

• 2 to 3 balls of your main colour
• 2 to 3 balls of your contrast colour
• 3.25mm needles and 4.00mm needles
• 5 buttons
• Stitch holders.

A very pretty dress for a special little girl. Made in 100% Baby Cotton for comfort and breathability. The pattern caters for sizes from birth to 3 years of age. It is rated at "medium" skill level.

You will need:

• 3 to 5 balls of main colour yarn depending on pattern size selected
• 1 ball of contrast yarn for all sizes
• 3.25mm needles and 4.00mm needles
• Stitch holders
• 4 buttons.

The Elizabeth Cowl is a snuggly design suited to the beginner knitter especially good for a first try on circular needles. The cowl is made with just two skeins of Blue Sky Fibers Organic Cotton Worsted. This cotton is so very soft, breathable and so suited to our Australian climate.

This pattern is currently offered as complimentary with your purchase of your two skeins of Organic Cotton Worsted.  Simply add this pattern to your basket along with your yarn and a hard copy of the pattern will be included in your parcel.