Tag: double knit

PATTERN RELEASE – The Casual Friday Sweater

Diana Poirier

The Casual Friday Sweater will quickly become one of your favourites – it’s one of those pieces you can reach for really any day of the week – not just Fridays!

For work, pair it with black slacks and flats for a polished, effortless look. And when evening rolls around, it transitions beautifully – just swap in a skirt and heels, and you’re ready for dinner out.

It’s cozy without being bulky, stylish without trying too hard, and will go with just about everything in your closet.

Head over to my Etsy shop or to Lovecrafts to grab your copy today!

Happy knitting.

Diana

Off the needles…

Diana Poirier

I got my Mountain Cabin Cardigan off the needles last night!

Just have to add the cuffs, sew it up and reinforce the edges in the front so they sit more flat. Then it will be completely done! 😉 Oh, and weave in the ends!! Lol!

This was actually a pretty quick knit. I used 2 strands of Aran weight yarn held together and large needles.

I’m not too sure when I’ll have the pattern ready, but hopefully before the end of the year! 🤞

Have a wonderful day!

Diana

A long vest…

Diana Poirier

This gorgeous green piece is going to be a long vest! I don’t have a long vest in my wardrobe yet and wanted one, so what better than to make myself one! 😁

I’m going to add pockets (because pockets are great) and maybe fringes on the bottom. 🤔

Oh, and please don’t mind the stripped bed in the background! LOL! It’s linen washing day!

This weekend is sunny and warm here, so I’ll be heading into the pool soon. I want to get in as much swimming as I can before we close the pool for the season.

I hope everyone is having an amazing weekend! 😘

Diana

Another sweater done…

Diana Poirier

I got my sweater sewn up! 😁 I’ve decided to call it “The Casual Friday Sweater”.



This is the fourth piece I want to write a pattern for, so I better get at it.

I promised most patterns would be available in August, and it’s now August!

I’ve just been feeling very creative lately and like to take advantage of that when I can.

It’s Friday today, so I’m wishing everyone an amazing weekend ahead!

Diana

No name yet…

Diana Poirier

It was a good day to finish a sweater! 😁

Well, not quite finished. I still have to sew it up and weaven in the ends! 🙄

This one is still nameless. It’s a super easy and quick chunky knit that’s stylish and versatile.

I’m hoping to have this pattern also available in the Fall of this year, so stay tuned!

Diana

Second time’s a charm…

Diana Poirier

My Autumn Harvest cocoon sweater is off the needles! 😁

This is my second attempt at designing this sweater and I couldn’t be happier with the results.

I pinned it together to try it on, so it still has to be sewn up.

We’re having friends for dinner this weekend, so I won’t have time to sew it today because I have to clean! 😅

Having finished all these projects lately, my house got a bit neglected. 🙄

Have a great day!

Diana

Making headway…

Diana Poirier

I’m making headway on the re-do of my Autumn Harvest Cocoon Sweater.

I modified the pattern a bit and so far, this one is knitting up straight!

Whew!! 😁

Have a great day and happy knitting!

Diana

Toddler sweaters…

Diana Poirier

These toddler sweaters are all tagged and ready to be delivered! I made them for a friend’s twin grandsons.

I started them over 6 months ago and used measurements she gave me then, so I hope they will fit! 🤞

They were so fun and easy to knit. I saw a picture of a similar sweater and just created these based on that image. And using 2 strands of DK yarn held together makes them extra squishy and warm.

I hope everyone has a wonderful day!

Happy knitting!

Diana

Sharing a project…

Diana Poirier

A customer who downloaded my Hillside Baby Blanket sent me some photos of the finished blanket.

Isn’t it GORGEOUS? She used an aran weight yarn and knit using 2 strands of yarn at one time, instead of using a bulky weight yarn. She also wanted to make the blanket wider, so she cast on more stitches than the pattern called for.

If you’re looking to make your own Hillside Baby Blanket, you can grab your copy HERE!

Thank you for sharing your pictures Corrinne. It was so lovely to see your finished project.

I hope everyone has a great day and happy knitting.

Diana

PATTERN RELEASE – Cool Morning Cardigan

Diana Poirier

Hey there everyone!

I have a new pattern out and it’s my first cardigan pattern.

The Cool Morning Cardigan is a heavier weight cardigan that is truly a cross between a cardigan and a light coat. It’s sure to become your favourite go to piece on those cool, chilly mornings. 😉

The Cool Morning Cardigan is made by holding 2 strands of yarn together creating a thicker knit. It has a full sleeve and falls mid calf. It features slits on the sides and a ribbed cuff.

It is 2 identical pieces that are sewn together so it’s a great pattern for a beginner knitter.

The pattern is written in one size, but notes are included should you wish to modify the size.

It’s available in both my Etsy shop and on lovecrafts.com so head on over and grab yourself a copy.

Happy knitting!

Diana