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One-Shoulder Tunic with attached Lace Scarf , #P05117

This sexy, elegant tunic is perfect for any party occasion. Wear it with a full length skirt for a formal occasion, silk trousers for a summer wedding, or long slim denim and stilettos for a night out on the town. The sample shown is worked in Plymouth Yarn's Royal Bamboo (100% bamboo) for a silky soft fabric with unbelieveable drape.

The pattern is $3.99 USD and can be purchased through Ravelry:

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Demure, elegant and classic. The crochet bolero is a wardrobe must for 2006. Using a 4 row pattern repeat crochet lace technique for the body, and a deceptively simple ribbed sleeve and band around entire bolero. Our sample is made in Plymouth Yarn's Suri Merino (55% suri alpaca, 45% superfine merino wool) The bolero pattern has sizes for finished chest measurements 35" through 47". Once you wrap it around yourself, you'll never want to take it off. Requirements: crochet hook US I 9, 5.5mm and 10 (12, 14, 16, 18) balls of Suri Merino Yarn (110 yards per 50 gm ball) to complete finished sizes of 35” (37”, 41”, 44”, 49”)
Gauge: 4hdc = 1”, 8 rows hdc tbl = 3”, 1 pattern repeat = 1.75”, 4 rows of pattern repeat = 2"

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Bohemian Tunic, Kristin Pattern# P07103

This sweater is worked in the round with very little seaming. The tunic has side slits for ease in the hips and a cinched waist for a flattering hourglass shape. The ribbed sleeves are stretchy and have pretty belled cuffs. The off the shoulder neckline is a turned down ribbing to match the sleeves. Worked up in sumptuous alpaca yarn with gorgeous, this is a simple sweater to make and a favoriate to wear.

Click here for a kit to make this sweater in Alpaca Yarn Company's Classic Alpaca - we have many beautiful colors to choose from.

The pattern is $3.99 USD and can be purchased through Ravelry:

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Knit Bolero, #P06108

Romantic, delicate and classic. This pattern comes with instructions finished chest measurements from 33" to 49". The stitch pattern is a 4 row repeat. The cuffs and border band are worked sideways and sewn in place. The sample shown is in Plymouth Yarn's Platinum (50% rayon, 30% nylon, 20% angora). Once you wrap it around yourself, you'll never want to take it off.

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Knit Cowl Neck Hourglass Pullover, #P06111

Romantic, delicate and classic. This pattern comes with instructions for finished chest measurements from 35" to 47". The pullover has hourglass shaping, is tunic length, has bell sleeves and a cowl. There is a twisted trim on the bottom, sleeve and cowl edges. The sample shown is in Plymouth Yarn's Ms. Jones (50% acrylic, 40% nylon, 10% mohair). Wear this sweater on the weekend with jeans and boots or to the office with trousers and heels.

The pattern is available for $3.99 USD payable through PayPal here:

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Kristin's Starburst Sweater,  Pattern# P07101

The Starburst sweater has a beautiful lace flower back, and the fronts wrap and tie at the sides. There is a shawl collar, and the sleeves are ribbed with a drop stitch detail that gives a flared bell cuff. The bottom band of the sweater has a subtle ruffle.

The pattern is available for immediate download. The pattern offers the following finished sizes: 33 (36, 38, 41, 43, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62)inches
You will need the following:
1100 (1200, 1300, 1400, 1550, 1700, 1900, 2200, 2400, 2500) yards of worsted weight yarn
US10 (6mm) 24" circular knitting needles
US10 (6mm) double pointed needles (set of 4)
Yarn needle
Stitch markers
Stitch holders, or waste yarn
Gauge: 20 rows  4", 20 stitches = 5" worked over stockinette stitch. check your gauge before you begin.

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Flower Back Sweater, Pattern# P06152

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• 520(550, 600, 650, 700) yards dk weight yarn, sample shown in Tilli Tomas Pure & Simple
• 2 balls of Rock Star for beaded silk flower motifs
• Sizes: 32 (34, 36, 38, 40), actual bust, no ease
• Gauge: 4.5 sts/5 rows = 1" in stocking stitch

The pattern is $3.99 USD and can be purchased through Ravelry:

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Swag Sweater, Pattern# P06150

• 2(2, 2, 3, 3, 4) balls Tilli Tomas Aspen Yarn (100% pure Australian Wool)
• 2 balls Tilli Tomas Mogul Yarn for beaded swag trim

• 3 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 6, 6, 7) balls of Tilli Tomas Aspen Yarn
• 2 balls Tilli Tomas Flurries Yarn for beaded swag trim 
• Finished Sizes: 35(37, 39, 41, 43, 45, 47, 49, 51, 53), Actual Bust + 3” ease
  
• Gauge: 4.5 sts/6 rows = 1" in stocking stitch

The pattern is $3.99 USD and can be purchased through Ravelry:

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Lace Kimono P06154

Worked sideways from cuff to cuff, this Lace Kimono is a fairly easy project. You will need to work a 4 stitch pattern repeat, and learn to decrease within the stitch pattern. The pattern offers many sizes to choose from: 37" (41, 45, 49, 53, 57) actual bust + 5" ease.

You will need:
5 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9) balls of TIlli Tomas Simple Heaven (100% spun silk, 2ply bulky) 120 yds/100gm hank
2 (2, 3, 3, 4, 4) balls of Tilli Tomas Asteroid (100% spun silk, 2ply bulky) prestrung with glass beads
US8 (5mm) knitting needles
Tapestry needle, scissors

Gauge:

3 sts/3.5 rows = 1" in blocked lace
4 sts/4 rows = 1" in stockinette stitch

The pattern is $3.99 USD and can be purchased through Ravelry:

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The Riviera Top, Pattern# P07110

A crocheted summer top with layers of beautiful crochet lace.

Finished sizes:
35 (37, 39, 41)
Gauge: 5 hdc sts/3 hdc rows = 1"
Special stitches: half double crochet (hdc), Rsc (reverse single crochet), Dtr (double treble), Picot

What you will need:
D/3 (3.25mm) crochet hook
Yarn A: 4 (5, 5, 6) skeins of Tilli Tomas Elsie (33% milk protein, 33% silk, 33% merino wool)
    135 yards per 150 gms
Yarn B: 4 (5, 5, 5) skeins of Tilli Tomas Voile de la Mer (30% Seaweed, 70% Silk)
    290 yards per 50 gms

The pattern is $3.99 USD and can be purchased through Ravelry:

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Sparkling Tiers, Pattern # P07105

A fun, little somethin' somethin' to dazzle up your wardrobe. The crocheted lace sequin tiers really shimmer as you move.

The bodice is knit and the lower body and tiers are crocheted.

Finished sizes: 35 (39, 43, 47, 51, 53), actual bust + 3" ease
Gauge: 3.6 sts/6 rows = 1" in stockinette stitch

Stitches used:
Knit: knit, purl, k2tog
Crochet: chain, single crochet, double treble, double treble through back loop only

What you will need:
US7 (4.5mm) knitting needles
H/8 (5mm) crochet hook
2 (3, 3, 3, 3, 3) skeins Tilli Tomas Simply Heaven (120 yards per 100 gms)
    100% spun silk, hand dyed
3 (3, 4, 4, 4, 5) skeins Tilli Tomas Disco Lights (225 yards per 100 gms)
    100% silk with prestrung petite sequins
Sparkling Tiers Pattern printed on glossy brochure paper and in a 3-hole sheet protector

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Knit from the bottom up, this jacket has a swing to the bottom, modified, set in sleeves for a more fitted armhole, gently draping, wide cuff sleeves, and a hood. The cuffs and band are worked in the quilted lattice stitch pattern and it compliments a handdyed colorway very well. The remainder of the jacket is worked in stockinette stitch in a complimentary solid. The sample shown is worked in Alpaca Yarn Company's Classic Alpaca and Paca Paints. For Yarn and Pattern Kit Click Here

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Chic Resort Tunic, by Kristin Omdahl

Kristin's Chic Resort Tunic is an allover lace, boatneck pullover with belled sleeves and waist shaping. the sample sweater shown is knit in Tilli tomas Voile de la Mer, (70% silk, 30% seacell); 290 yards per 50 gms in hand dyed colorway Coral Deco. The pattern offers instructions for the following finsihed sizes: 35 (37, 39, 41"), which is actual bust plus 3" ease. Gauge is: 5 sts/7 rows = 1" in blocked lace

This beautiful lace pullover is a breath of fresh air; wear it for a splash of color with white linen pants and a white cami. Or, slip it over a sun dress after the sun goes down.

Deceptively simple, the lace stitch pattern is worked even (no increases or decreases) and the garment's shaping is made with super simple crochet chains for the side vents and along the sleeve and shoulder seams. The pattern includes both line-by-line instructions and a chart for the lace stitch pattern. A schematic is included for all 4 sizes.

The sample shown is knit in the luxurious and beautiful Tilli Tomas Voile de la Mer yarn. Click here for the yarn and pattern kit: Chic Resort Tunic KIT

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Katrina Cami Knit Pattern

Kristin Omdahl Designs

Katrina Cami Knit Pattern, pattern# P08125

This simple, sexy top is knit from the top down. The top is knit in 4 separate pieces that are joined at the armhole opening. The horizontal and vertical stripes are deceptively easy to work in a combination of slip stitches, 2 color stripes and brioche stitch. The i-cord neck closure is woven through an eyelet round at the neck edge and the extra long, beaded ties can dangle down your side or back. Wear this sexy top for a super fun night on the town.

Materials:
2 (3, 3, 3, 3) skeins of Tilli Tomas Demi-Plie (100% silk); 290 yards/50 gms; (sample shown in Jade)
1 (2, 2, 2, 2) skeins of Tilli Tomas Beaded Lace; 165 yds/50 gms; (sample shown in Parchment)
US8 (5mm) knitting needles
US5 (3.75mm) double pointed knitting needles
Stitch holders
Stitch markers (4)
Tapestry needle, scissors

Finished sizes: 33 (36, 39, 42, 45)", actual bust + 1" ease

Gauge: 4 sts/5 rows = 1" in garter stitch and larger needles

The pattern is $3.99 USD and can be purchased through Ravelry:

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ANYA Crochet Tunic Pattern

designed by: Kristin Omdahl

A crochet tunic worked in one piece from the neck down. All the increases are worked into the first round of stitches at the neck. The remainder of the tunic is worked in the simple 2-round stitch pattern. The sleeve and body edgings are worked in a lighter yarn for a more lacey look. The tiered lace technique is unusual and beautiful - a Kristin Omdahl design exclusive!

What you will need:
540 (590, 650, 715) yards bulky weight yarn
290 (320, 350, 385) yards laceweight yarn
Sample shown in Tilli Tomas Simply Heaven (100% silk; 120 yards per 100 gms) and Demi-Plie (100% silk; 290 yarnds per 50 gms) in color Parchment

ANYA Pattern & Tilli Tomas Yarn Kit available here
K/10.5 (6.5mm) crochet hook
G/6 (4mm) crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Scissors

Finished sizes: 36 (40, 44, 48)", actual bust + 2" ease

Gauge: 10 sts = 4" in sc

Stitches used: Foundation single crochet, extended single crochet, single crochet, double crochet, double treble crochet, 2-double crochet cluster and picot. Please refer to the Styled By Kristin crochet glossary for all stitch definitions. They are also explained in the pattern.

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CAPTIVA: Crochet Ballet Wrap Pattern

CAPTIVA: Crochet Ballet Wrap Pattern by: Kristin Omdahl

A ballet wrap crocheted in an interesting openwork pattern with flirtatious cap sleeves and ample ties for wrapping around your body once or twice. The project crocheted from the top down, beginning wih the back. The contrast bands are crocheted in two pieces: one from the ties up and around the fronts and neck. The other from the opposite side of hte ties and under the bottom of the sweater.

The pattern included line by line instructions, many photographs and 3 charts.

Stitches used: chain, single crochet, double crochet
Stitch glossary is available on www.StyledbyKristin.com

Finished sizes:
Bust: 35 (38.5, 42)"
Shoulder to underarm: 9.75"
Length: 16.5 (18, 18)"
Contrast band: 1"
Cap sleeve: 2.5" at widest point
Ties: 27" long

Pattern includes line-by-line instructions, charts and many detailed photos.

The pattern is $3.99 USD and can be purchased through Ravelry:

Sarita Sweater Knit Pattern

A fine gauge, short sleeved knit pullover with unique sleeve treatment, lace medallion motif and a keyhole design. Customize the sweater in 7 or more ways with minimal modifications. The pattern comes in 6 sizes ranging from 32" to 52" bust measurements.
 
The fine gauge of this sweater is flattering on a variety of figures and offers subtle hip ease without increases or decreases. The sleeve detail is embellished after the armhole is created for the optical illusion without the elongated armhole. Customize the sweater in 7 or more ways with minimal modifications. The lace medallion and keyhole openings are both optional as a pair, or separate, and the sweater is completely reversible from front to back.

You will need US3 (3.25mm) circular knitting needles for this project. The sample shown was knit in Blue Sky Alpaca's Alpaca Silk and you will need 700 - 1,100 yards, depending on the size you make.

The pattern included line by line instructions, chart, diagram, schematic and lots of detailed photos.

The pattern is $3.99 USD and can be purchased through Ravelry:

Jewel of the Shrug Crochet Pattern

Jewel of the Shrug Crochet Pattern

X marks the spot with this cute shrug whipped up with a unique stitch pattern that boasts a pretty geometric pattern and a lovely, scalloped, beaded border. The top down raglan shaping is easy to try on while you crochet to determine the best fit for you.

The pattern includes many charts, detailed photos and is sized for 34" - 50" bust.

Pattern includes line-by-line instructions, charts and many detailed photos.

The pattern is $3.99 USD and can be purchased through Ravelry:

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