There’s something quietly comforting about a balaclava. It’s both practical and a little bit whimsical (and sometimes funny); it feels like wrapping yourself in softness from the very first hint of winter. Seeing the balaclavas take the stage of winter accessories in past maybe 5 years, I have really tried and tried to make my own perfect version.

There’s a special kind of magic in Advent knits: the slow rhythm of daily making, the quiet anticipation of what comes next, and the joy of colour unfolding one shade at a time. I love how any type of advent knit or project will build the joyful atmosphere all throughout the month of December. So here’s one idea for you: Fleur Shawl.

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.

Another week - another new sock pattern. Maybe you can spot the theme of the Spring here for me: no surprise anymore, this season has been all about socks. Today the spotlight is on my newest pattern Mandarin Socks.

Simple socks are often the best socks! I love when I can find a good sock template, with a few well thought through details that I can follow pair after pair - and this, my newest pattern release, is exactly what I love.

Beanie season is still gong strong! In addition to all the socks I have also been knitting quite a few beanies this winter - and yes, there are still some from the previous year too that I haven’t yet gotten quite ready. But today we are celebrating the two lovely finished beanies that are ready to jump onto your knitting needles!

A third sock post in a row! Who knew this day would come?! Not me, but here we are. I’m completely head over heels into sock knitting right now. Preferably socks with some stripes and even better with some intarsia knitting.

To start a new year, 2025, in a happy way, let me introduce you to my first pattern release of the year: Wild Air Sweater!