Best Patterns for Knitting for Olive Yarns

We picked up our favorite knitting patterns for KFO Merino, Pure Silk and Soft Silk Mohair. As we get closer to the post-summer season and work life, let's kick it off in a super cozy and luxurious way! How about dressing up in some soft and high-quality materials like 100% bourrette silk, silk mohair, and merino?

Knitted Cardigans

The classic essential cardigan Johanne Cardigan is a staple in every wardrobe. The beige cardigan is a versatile piece of clothing for ever-changing fall weather. You can pair it with skirts, dresses, jeans, and tailored pants it goes with just about anything! Knitted with Soft Soft Silk Mohair together with Merino for feathery soft fabric. It's the kind of piece you can count on, no matter what the occasion is.

Johanne Cardigan Pernille Larsen

Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)

Finished measurements: Chest circumference: approx. 91 (95, 101, 107, 115, 123, 136, 140) cm 35¾ (37½, 39¾, 42¼, 45¼, 48½, 53½, 55)”

1 strand of Knitting for Olive Merino (250 m 273 yd / 50 g 1.8 oz), fingering-weight yarn, 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 7, 7) balls + 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair (225 m 246 yd / 25 g 0.9 oz), lace-weight yarn, 4 (5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7) balls. Sample is in Merino + Soft Silk Mohair in Camel colorway.

Late Summer Wrap - a dreamy soft wrap cardigan is just perfect for office wear. You can pair it with almost any piece in your wardrobe, making it super versatile. It's not just for work wear – it's also perfect for those small self-care moments when you want to pamper yourself. Picture this: lounging at home, wrapped in that cozy goodness, or after a refreshing yoga session, simply snuggling up in it.

Late Summer Wrap Pernille Larsen

Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)

Finished measurements: Chest circumference: approx. 79 (83, 93, 105, 113, 125, 135, 143) cm 31 (32¾, 36½, 41¼, 44½, 49¼, 53¼, 56¼)”

1 strand of Knitting for Olive Merino (250 m 273 yd / 50 g 1.8 oz), fingering-weight yarn, 4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7) balls + 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair (225 m 246 yd / 25 g 0.9 oz), lace-weight yarn, 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 7, 7) balls. Sample is in Merino in Oatmeal colorway + Soft Silk Mohair in Linen colorway.

Knitted Sweaters

How awesome would it be to wear Anemone Sweater with some laid-back jeans for that end-of-summer getaway to the archipelago or a mushroom-picking adventure in the woods? It's the ultimate go-to for those relaxing moments in nature.

This bloomy color-work sweater is perfect for all those homely activities like tending to your garden or getting cozy indoors during autumn. And let's not forget about those remote workdays, when you can feel both comfy and stylish at the same time. Use either yarn scraps for colorwork flowers, choosing as many contrasting colors as you like.

Anemone Sweater Pernille Larsen

Sizes: XXS (XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3-4XL)

Finished measurements: Chest circumference: approx. 87 (96, 104, 113, 122, 131, 139, 147) cm 34¼ (37¾, 41, 44½, 48, 51½, 54¾, 57¾)”

MC: 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Merino (250 m 273 yd / 50 g 1.8 oz), fingering-weight yarn, 4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6) balls + 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair (225 m 246 yd / 25 g 0.9 oz), laceweight yarn, 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6) balls. CC 1 (stems and leaves) and CC 2 (flower heads): 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Merino + 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair.

Sample is in Merino + Soft Silk Mohair in Wheat colorway (MC), Dusty Sea Green colorway (CC 1), and in Dusty Dove Blue, Dusty Honey, Blue Tit, Flamingo and Burnt Orange colorways (CC 2)

Knitted T-Shirts and Tops

As summer transitions into fall, the alternating warm and cool rainy days bring challenges for dressing up. Colette Tee is the perfect sweater for unpredictable fall weather. Silk feels warm in cool weather and cool in warm weather. The longer t-shirt sleeve length is a great choice for the changing seasons.

Colette Tee Sari Nordlund

Finished measurements: Chest circumference: 101 (109, 118, 126, 143) (152, 160, 168, 177) cm

6 (7, 7, 8, 9) (9, 10, 11, 12) balls of Knitting For Olive Pure Silk Powder beige.

Camisole No. 9 is a versatile basic knitted top with ample width in the shoulder straps. The high neckline of the top makes it suitable for professional dressing and easily combinable with items like a blazer.

Camisole No. 9 My Favourite Things

XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL), Finished measurements: Chest circumference: 69 (73) 78 (85) 93 (99) 107 (114) cm

3 (3) 3 (4) 4 (5) 5 (5) balls of Knitting For Olive Merino, Liquorice, black

The sleeveless knit top, Olive Tank, is a perfect match for a twinset with a cardigan. It can be easily paired with a variety of pants and skirts, adapting to different styles.

Olive tank Sari Nordlund

Finished measurements: Chest circumference: 80 (90, 100, 110, 120) (130, 140, 150, 160) cm

4 (4, 4, 5, 5) (6, 6, 7, 8) balls of Knitting For Olive Pure Silk, Olive.

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Looking for a different shade?

Substitute Knitting for Olive Merino with Knitting for Olive Pure Silk, Sandnes Garn SUNDAY, Isager Alpaca 2

Substitute Knitting for Olive Pure Silk with Knitting for Olive Merino, Gepard Wild & Soft

Substitute Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair with: Sandnes Garn Tynn Silk Mohair, Röyhetyinen, Filcolana Tilia, Isager Silk Mohair, ITO Sensai