Laine Magazine Issue 21: Harvest Sun
Griselda Zárate's Brisa al Atardecer, meaning breeze at sunset in Spanish, is a delicate pullover design that aims to capture the soft feeling of happy summer days with an all-over star lace stitch pattern. With a slightly boxy and cropped fit, the pullover is knitted with two strands of lace-weight yarn held together throughout. Available in 10 sizes, with finished chest circumference measurements ranging from 83cm (33in) to 169.5cm (67.75in).
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1 of 11
Laine Magazine Issue 21: Harvest Sun
Paula Pereira is drawn to the variety of ways to wear a classic twinset. Her Casadinho Cardigan can be worn on its own or together with the slipover of the same name. The cardigan features a textured rib pattern that looks stunning yet is easy to knit. The practical pockets add a finishing touch. Knitted using DK-worsted-weight yarn. Available in nine sizes, with finished chest circumference measurements ranging from 82cm (32.75in) to 162cm (64.75in).
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2 of 11
Laine Magazine Issue 21: Harvest Sun
Paula Pereira's Casadinho Slipover is worked in stocking stitch and features beautiful details, such as the i-cord edging around the armholes and the small pleats at the underarms. Knitted with an airy worsted-weight yarn on larger needles, this one is a quick knit. Available in nine sizes, with finished chest circumference measurements ranging from 80cm (32in) to 162.55cm (65in).
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3 of 11
Laine Magazine Issue 21: Harvest Sun
Facette is a feminine sweater with special shaping details and delicate colourwork additions. Faïza Mebazaa wanted to design a garment that was gracious with an easy attitude, and a shaping feature that wouldnt be seen elsewhere. While the body remains simple, the sleeves catch the eye with their gentle geometry. The motif and colourwork provide subtle accents and the opportunity to play with colours. Knitted using three shades of fingering-weight yarn. Available in nine sizes, with finished chest circumference measurements ranging from 87cm (34.75in) to 169cm (67.5in).
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4 of 11
Laine Magazine Issue 21: Harvest Sun
Soraya García's Fossora is a summer essential that blends elegance and freshness. Inspired by intricate crochet stitches, this unique top is crafted with fingering/4-ply weight organic cotton, creating a delightful interplay of knitting techniques. Fossora evokes the sweet nostalgia of an After Eight ice cream, making it a charming addition to your summer wardrobe. Available in 10 sizes, with finished chest circumference measurements ranging from 77cm (30.75in) to 168.5cm (67.5in).
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5 of 11
Laine Magazine Issue 21: Harvest Sun
Texture is key to Fiona Alices designs: she loves using repetitive elements, a lot of slipped stitches, broken rib and twisted ribbing. Her Imatra cardigan is worked in pieces allowing you the freedom of choosing how you want to colour block your own cardigan, and features 4x2 ribbing and stocking stitch. Knitted using three shades of DK-weight yarn. Available in nine sizes, with finished chest circumference measurements ranging from 113.5cm (45.25in) to 193.5cm (77.25in).
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6 of 11
Laine Magazine Issue 21: Harvest Sun
Audrey Borregos Lucienne pattern plays with the structural look of raglan sweaters. The geometric lace panels draw attention to the raglan lines, while also giving this beautiful summer jumper a lighter touch. The three-quarter-length sleeves and graphic pattern combined with the slight boat neck shaping and the cropped body make a versatile garment for warmer seasons. Available in nine sizes, with finished chest circumference measurements ranging from 85cm (33.5in) to 171.5cm (68.25in).
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7 of 11
Laine Magazine Issue 21: Harvest Sun
Irene Lin's gorgeous Quince sweater is designed with intricate floral patterns on the hem and sleeves. It combines elegance with a touch of nature-inspired beauty. Knitted using a lace-weight yarn. Available in nine sizes, with finished chest circumference measurements ranging from 103cm (41.25in) to 160cm (64in).
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8 of 11
Laine Magazine Issue 21: Harvest Sun
Speculaas' as the name suggests, is a sock pattern inspired by Belgian spice cookies. The warm brown colour of the socks brings cinnamon in mind and the socks are decorated with exquisite cookie-like stitches. Knitted using fingering-weight yarn, the socks are available in three sizes, with finished foot circumference measurements of 17.5cm (7in), 20cm (8in) and 22.5cm (8in).
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9 of 11
Laine Magazine Issue 21: Harvest Sun
Tsinnia is Finnish for Zinnia flower. The exploration of colour and shape variations of Zinnia remind the designer Jenny Ansah of her happy places in Helsinki botanical and domestic gardens which breathe life into her. Tsinnia is the perfect little scarf for cool summer days to warm your body. You may also use it as a head scarf to protect you from the sun. This one-size piece is knitted using fingering-weight yarn and has finished dimensions of approximately 86cm (34.5in) by 20.5cm (8.25in).
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10 of 11
Laine Magazine Issue 21: Harvest Sun
The striking Ziggy shawl is the result of the designer Julia Wilkens experimenting with a zig-zag shape. She was drawn to the little dance of low-key garter stitch and the frivolous loopy stitch. The design got its name from the iconic cover of the album Aladdin Sane by David Bowie. This one-size piece, which is knitted using two shades of lace-weight yarn, has finished dimensions of approximately 240cm (94.5in) by 50cm (19.75in).
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11 of 11