Spring weather is here, which means it’s time for plant fibers – meet the newest addition here at our shop, Sandnes Garn Line!
Sandnes Garn Line:
Line is a light worsted weight plant fiber blend that knits up at 5 stitches per inch on a US 6 needle.
It’s soft, cool, machine washable, and drapes beautifully, qualities that make it ideal for warm weather garments.
“Anker’s Summer Shirt,” by PetiteKnit, photo © PetiteKnit
I’ve cast on for a shop sample in Line, PetiteKnit’s “Anker’s Summer Shirt.” Like every PetiteKnit pattern I’ve tried so far, it’s approachable, practical, and appealing, both to knit and to wear.
Here are some other patterns that would be lovely in Line:
Look for Sandnes Garn Line in our worsted weight section!
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