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Gingerbread Sweater

Gingerbread Sweater is my new favourite Christmas sweater — the kind that feels just as much a part of the season as twinkling lights, paper stars, and carefully iced biscuits cooling on the kitchen counter. It’s inspired by the joy of decorating gingerbread: delicate frosting lines, soft curves, and that feeling of taking your time with something small and special.

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Rose Bud Balaclava

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.

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Fleur Shawl

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.

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Geraldine Scarf

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.

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Cherry Good 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.

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