Happy Socktober! Did you think I forgot about that? Nope, I did not! Even though I’ve been thinking about so many other things lately, like my book, all those new sweaters I have on my needles, all the new beanies I’ve been knitting… Seems like there a lot of things going on on this side of the screen! But there can’t be an October, Socktober, without a new sock pattern release.

Today I’m celebrating my birthday — another year has gone by and I’m eager to see what the next one will bring! This year I’m feeling especially grateful for everyone who has joined me on this creative journey. My year has been filled with a lot of work (maybe a bit too much at times), a lot of knitting, a new book and many adventures.

Today is a very special day: my new book My Dream Knits is finally out in the world! This collection has been living in my heart and on my needles for a long time, and it feels magical to be able to share it with you at last.

Where to begin… Today feels like a dream come true – my new book, My Dream Knits, is now available for preorder from Laine Publishing and your favourite LYS!

I’m so happy to share my newest design with you: The Geraldine Scarf! It is everything I love in a layering piece: cozy, lightweight, and endlessly versatile. Knit with a touch of mohair, it has a soft halo that makes it irresistibly warm without being heavy.

Months are turning ever so quickly and here we are, nearing the end of the summer already. Today I have another sort of new pattern to share with you: Blue Hour Socks.

Usva truly celebrates the kind of knitting I return to time and time again—textures that soothe, shapes that wrap and comfort, and yarn that brings it all to life. The shawl was originally designed for Laine Magazine’s Finnish Knits special volume.

Now, I’m happy to share that all Stripes patterns are finally available as individual downloads in English! Whether you’ve had your eye on a particular sweater, shawl, or hat, you can now pick and choose your favorites—just in time for a bit of summer knitting inspiration.

Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to cast on something new—whether it’s breezy tops for warm days, cozy knits for cool evenings, or a fresh project for your holiday knitting bag. To celebrate the season, I’m offering 20% off all pattern orders over 10€ from now through June 22nd.

On today’s post I wanted to dive a little deeper in a big question in sock knitting. When you are knitting socks, first you need to choose direction. Toe-Up vs. Cuff-Down; which one is right for you?