« Inspiration for my design work comes from many places. Nature, textiles, photography, animals, friends and family. Usually the design begins in my head, progresses to my sketchbook and finally my needles.
I love creating toys with character. To watch each personality grow on the needles is very satisfying. »
Esther, Ernie & Enid Easter Chicks
A simple knit to celebrate Easter.
These chicks originally featured in the Organic Cotton Kid’s Collection by Rowan. They have been reworked in bright shades of Baby Merino Silk DK and re-named. A quick to knit Easter gift for friends or family.
This pattern is available as a free download from Knitrowan (registration or login is required but no fee)
Love Heart Chicks
A simple knit for someone special on Valentine’s Day.
These chicks originally featured in the Organic Cotton Kid’s Collection by Rowan. They have been reworked in 2 colours of the gorgeous Rowan Cotton Glace, with Rowan Baby Merino Silk Dk used for the legs and beak.
This pattern is available as a free download from Knitrowan (registration or login is required but no fee)
Wee Black Faced Sheep by Janice Anderson
The sheep who loves to dress up for every occasion!
This wee sheep was inspired by the Scottish Blackface breed which is found all over our landscape. They are an extremely hardy sheep and often have spectacular curling horns making them easy to spot.
As curling horns can make wearing fashion accessories (especially hats) a bit tricky, our Wee Black Faced Sheep has no horns to get in the way.
You can see more images of Wee Black Face and his outfits here.
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- Take me home!
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- lonesome sheep
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- lonesome sheep relaxing
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- Wee Black Faced Sheep ready tae ‘pipe in the haggis’
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- Too much Guiness!
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- Leprechaun Sheep
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- Leprechaun Hat-Front View
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- Hat and Coat- Back View
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Herdy Toy and Hot Water Bottle Cover
by Janice Anderson for The Herdy Company
Herdy Toy
The two Herdy projects featured here were originally sold as Knit Kits. However, their popularity lasted long after the kits sold out. It is great news that The Herdy Company have now made the pattern available as a free download from their website.
Both patterns use the Rowan British Sheep Breeds chunky yarn which is 100% British Wool and delicious!
Herdy Hot Water Bottle Cover
Many of you have asked about this pattern via my Ravelry design page I have therefore included a photographic tutorial here to guide you with construction and finishing. (Unfortunately I only have photographs available for the Hot Water Bottle Cover not the Toy)
Link to pattern page:
Little Festive Knits
A Christmas collection of seasonal pieces from the Rowan Design Team.
This online collection features Sanquhar Felted Hearts by Janice Anderson. The hearts are knitted in Rowan Felted Tweed DK and Rowan British Sheep Breeds Dk, two of my favourite Rowan yarns.
This collection is available as a free download from Knitrowan (registration or login is required but no fee)
View all images of Sanquhar Felted Hearts by Janice Anderson here.
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Ten Hand Knitting Projects using Araucania Maipo
Ten designs created by Janice Anderson
This booklet is brought to you by Designer Yarns. All designs feature Araucania’s Maipo bulky yarn. Another beautiful yarn to knit.
This publication is available from various online retailers. For a list of stockists see Designer Yarns website.
View all featured designs by Janice Anderson in the Araucania Maipo booklet here.
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- Sweater
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- Stuff sack and mittens
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- Waistcoat
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- Tassle hat and long scarf
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- Long cardigan
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- Sweater, pompom hat and short scarf
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Five Hand Knitting Projects using Araucania Ranco
Five designs created by Janice Anderson and Aurelie Colas
This booklet is brought to you by Designer Yarns. All designs feature Araucania’s Ranco 4ply Multi and Solid colours. A beautiful yarn to knit.
This publication is available from various online retailers. For a list of stockists see Designer Yarns website.
View all featured designs by Janice Anderson in the Araucania Ranco booklet here.
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- Fitted Sleeveless Top with Cables
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- Lace Wrap Top
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- Little Shrug with Cable Panels
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- Fingerless Gloves with Lace Cuff
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- Lace Wrap Top
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- Ranco Sock by Aurelie Colas
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- Long Sleeved Sweater with Graduating Cables
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- Ranco Sock by Aurelie Colas
Links to pattern pages:
- Sleeveless Top
- Long Sleeved Sweater
- Ranco Shrug
- Lace Wrap Top
- Fingerless Gloves
- Ranco Sock by Aurelie Colas
Herdy Cushion Cover Knit Kit
by Janice Anderson for The Herdy Company
Herdy Cushion Cover knit kit
©The Herdy Company
This cushion cover pattern is available only as a Knit Kit from The Herdy Company.
The cover will fit a 30cm x 30cm cushion pad, and is available in six different colourways.
If you wish to make a second cover, the Herdy Wool can be ordered direct from the company.
Herdy Cushion Cover Knit Kit (Back)
©The Herdy Company
The cushion is reversible with the Herdy ‘Peep’ logo featuring on the back.
Note: Further explanations about the intarsia technique in particular are available on our Tutorial page.
Link to pattern page
Herdy Rucksack Knit Kit
by Janice Anderson for The Herdy Company
Herdy Rucksack Knit Kit
©The Herdy Company
This rucksack pattern is available only as a Knit Kit from The Herdy Company.
The backpack is suitable for adults and children, measures approximately 30cm x 30cm when complete and can be ordered in six different colourways.
The rucksack has a drawstring and flap closure, and the shoulder straps are easily adjustable to suit the wearer.
If you wish to make another rucksack, the Herdy Wool can be ordered directly from the company.
Note: Further explanations to help with the making of this design are available on our Tutorial page.
Link to pattern page
Miranda The Masham Sheep
by Janice Anderson for Rowan
Miranda has been created to celebrate British Wool Week (15th – 21st October 2012). See page 10 of the October 2012 Row@n eNewsletter (here) for more details about Wool Week and the Campaign for Wool project.
The pattern for this very cute sheep is available for free on Rowan website (here). To download this pattern, you need to log in or register as a Row@n Member (free).
A few words about Miranda:
With her long hair and cute eyes, Miranda sees herself as a rather glamourous sheep. Despite numerous “bad hair days”, when she is more difficult to spot (usually behind a bush), she is very outgoing and friendly. She certainly has a strong personality and looks forward to meeting new friends on her Facebook page (see below for details about the competition).
Competition! Look at October 2012 Row@n eNewsletter (here) for details on a competition organised by Rowan to knit your Miranda.
Note: Detailed pictures and further explanations are available on our Tutorial page.
Link to pattern page
Katie Beret
by Janice Anderson for Rowan
This pattern was first published in Rowan Knitting & Crochet Magazine 46. Since then, it has been published in a number of magazines or supplements. It is now available for (free) download here following its publication in Prima magazine.
Link to pattern page
Campbell Scarf
by Janice Anderson for Rowan
This pattern was first published in Rowan Knitting & Crochet Magazine 46.
Note that this design is known under two names: “Campbell Scarf”, as well as “Cambell Scarf”.
Link to pattern page
Jacob Suffolk and Leicester
by Janice Anderson for Rowan
The three cuties were created for the launch of Rowan Purelife British Sheep Breeds DK yarn.
The pattern is available for free on Rowan website (here). To download this pattern, you need to log in or register as a Row@n Member (free).
Link to pattern page
Rowan Purelife
The Organic Cotton Kid’s Collection
All toy designs in this book created by Janice Anderson
Although Rowan have now discontinued Purelife Organic Cotton, the toy patterns will knit up well with any similar 4ply or Dk weight yarn.
This publication is still available from various online retailers.
ISBN 978-1-906007-58-4
Please meet with Sonia Cow, Rosie Pig, Francis Turkey, and the now famous chickens (named after well-known chefs!): Gordon (pink), Jamie (yellow) and Hugh (shown with glasses).
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- Gordon, Jamie and Hugh Chickens
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- With Chicken
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- Francis Turkey
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- Rosie Pig
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- Rosie Pig and Sonia Cow
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