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Tidal Creek was inspired by the many salt marshes sprinkled throughout Charleston, South Carolina. There is a magic that happens where the pluff mud creates tall, strong, vibrant green grasses that reach confidently into the bright blue sky.
A tidal creek is a part of the marsh that slowly winds its way to the vast ocean. These creeks are full of life - white egrets, crabs, dolphins, and even alligators.
This pullover is my homage to these beautiful marshes and the grass that borders the creek pathway. It starts with a simple eyelet lace stitch pattern at the hem that evokes the tall marsh grass and transitions to a more delicate lace pattern that represents how the grass eases into the sky and the clouds floating above.
Tidal Creek features an easy shape, wide casual boatneck and drop shoulders to create the perfect three-season pullover in your favorite sport weight yarn. You’ll find yourself reaching for the pullover on bright spring mornings and crisp winter afternoons, each time feeling transported to this magical marsh.
The body of Tidal Creek is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up and seamed. Armhole shaping is worked to keep the drop shoulder seam location consistent across the size range. The drop shoulders are shaped with a sloped bind off, and instructions are provided for an optional cup shaping with short rows.
Once the body pieces are completed and seamed, stitches are picked up around the armhole and worked from the bicep to the cuff in the round with a few short rows to create a gentle cap for an optimal fit and easy movement in the underarm.
Stitches are picked up around the neckline to work an i-cord bind-off for a simple yet elegant neckline trim.
The two samples are knit with Little Skein Harvest Sport in Blue Christmas (blue-green) and Camellia Fiber Co Merino Sport in Camellia (pink).
Harvest Sport is a 100% non-superwash Merino-Rambouillet wool that’s perfect for wearing against the skin all year round. Harvest Sport wool is fully grown and spun in the US, next-to-skin soft thanks to its 21-micron count, and the 3-ply construction is bouncy, elastic, and squishy. The tight twist makes for a long-lasting piece that resists pilling longer than traditional merino wool yarns.
CFC Merino Sport is 100% Merino wool yarn that delivers blissful warmth without overheating. It is beautifully spun, with a firm twist and round shape, making it ideal for rendering crisp stitch definition and lace knitting. The yarn also has an extraordinary amount of spring and bounce, which makes for an incredible "smoosh factor" in the finished project.
Tidal Creek will be an essential and versatile pullover in your closet. Please share your progress on Instagram by tagging me @kirstenjoel_designs and using the hashtags #tidalcreekkjd. I love to see all of your works in progress and finished projects!
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Design Information
With two size options, small and large, Firefly captures the delicate charm of its namesake. Knit in soft and ariy Piper, the subtle sheen of the kerchief emulates how a real firefly illuminates the night with its gentle glow. The Firefly Kerchief shines with its sweet lace edging, creating a soft, intricate highlight against the simple garter stitch background. Both the kerchief and the insect are subtle yet captivating—small, lightweight, and perfect in their understated beauty. The i-cord edging mirrors the sleek body of the firefly, while the lace detailing represents the delicate dance of light that makes the firefly so mesmerizing. An easy-to-knit kerchief worked from corner to corner.
Please share your progress on Instagram by tagging me @kirstenjoel_designs and @quinceandco using the hashtag #quincefirefly. I love to see all of your works in progress and finished projects!
Design Information
Sencillo is the Spanish word for “simple,” and this pullover & tee set is delightfully simple with the right amount of thoughtful details to nail that effortless fit. The easy shape, classic v-neck, and scoop neck options, and casual drop shoulders combine to create a perfect three-season pullover or tee. Knit in a dk-weight cotton & linen blend, you’ll find yourself reaching for the pullover or tee when you just want to look and feel good.
Sencillo is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up with side slits trimmed in garter stitch. Worked in Stockinette stitch, Sencillo features two neck opening options - a classic v-neck that is the perfect depth for summer and a flirty yet functional scoop neck.
Armhole shaping keeps the drop shoulder seam location consistent across the size range. The drop shoulders are shaped with a sloped bind off, and instructions are provided for optional cup shaping with short rows.
Once the pieces are completed, blocked, and seamed, stitches are picked up around the neckline to work the stockinette stitch neckband. There are cleverly placed decreases in the neckband to keep it from rolling.
The summer-friendly samples are knit with Knit Picks CotLin, a 70% cotton, and 30% linen blend dk-weight yarn perfect for spring, summer, and fall wear. Wear the pullover under a denim jacket for cool spring evening walks, or wear the tee over your favorite pair of jeans or shorts for a summer luncheon.
The Pirouette (Purple) sample features short sleeves, cup one bust shaping, and the scoop neck option. The Swan (White) sample features long sleeves, cup one bust shaping, and the v-neck option.
The fall-friendly samples are knit with Purl Soho Knitting Yarn, a 100% merino wool dk-weight yarn that is soft, sturdy, and delightfully springy. You’ll want to wear this sweater on your way to get your favorite latte. Or any day, really.
The North Sea (Navy Blue) sample features short sleeves and the scoop neck option. The Acorn Brown (Brown) sample features long sleeves and the v-neck option.
The Sencillo Pullover & Tee set will be a must-bring wherever you're headed. Please share your progress on Instagram by tagging me @kirstenjoel_designs and using the hashtags #sencillopulloverkjd and #sencilloteekjd. I love to see all of your works in progress and finished projects!
Design Information
The Molsa Cardigan is an ultra-cozy, bottom-up, seamed v-neck cardigan featuring an all-over textured rib pattern worked up quickly in an aran weight yarn. The all-over textured stitch pattern is easy to memorize and adds a lot of depth to what would otherwise be a basic cardigan.
Molsa offers a lot of opportunities for customization - hip or thigh length, optional afterthought pockets, vertical or horizontal button band - so you’re guaranteed to knit a version that fits perfectly into your wardrobe.
The cardigan is worked flat, back & forth in rows from the hem to the shoulders with set-in sleeve shaping for the armholes. Comfortable sleeves allow for easy winter layering. Once the cardigan pieces are completed and blocked, stitches are picked up around the front opening to work either a horizontal or attached vertical buttonband.
The cream hip-length version as shown is knit with Knit Picks Simply Wool Aran and the attached vertical buttonband. The grey thigh-length version as shown is knit with Quince & Co Osprey with afterthought pockets and the horizontal button band.
Wear Molsa at home snuggled in front of the fire or wear it on a quick trip to the grocery store to pick up some hot cocoa mix for a fun afternoon treat with the kiddos. However you wear it, the Molsa Cardigan will be a delightful addition to your everyday handmade wardrobe.
Please share your progress on Instagram by tagging me @kirstenjoel_designs and using the hashtag #molsacardigankjd. I love to see all of your works in progress and finished projects!
Hi, I’m Kirsten!
You have a full life. Family, work, and other responsibilities keep you moving from sunup to sundown.
You want to find fulfillment in this full life, but you struggle with the guilt that comes when you do something for yourself.
You deserve elevated, effortless, everyday hand knits that are approachable, feminine, and easy to wear.
These are the versatile knitting + crochet patterns for you and your everyday.