This top-down, seamless tee is inspired by wine tasting weekends in the spring and summer. It’s a quick, soothing knit with easy to follow details and a video tutorial to walk you through the lovely neckline step-by-step. It's such a versatile tee - you just might want to knit it more than once!
Dreaming of your next sunny getaway? Whether you’re in need of a portable travel project, or just ready for a mental vacation, you’ll love these ocean-inspired socks for a little mood-knitting. Throw on some beach tunes, stick an umbrella in your drink and let’s bring the beach to us. Beach, please!
Sun-dappled days and cool evening breezes are the perfect backdrop for this lightweight crescent shawl. The watercolor-inspired waves open into shells and scallops in a delightful dance of texture and color. Originally released as my 2022 Spring String Mystery Knitalong, Aquarelle is an entertaining project that you’ll enjoy from start to finish.
Classic details and sleek style come together in this timeless spring sweater. Cascading waterfall details down the front are created with simple increases and decreases – no cables! The unique shoulder and arm shaping create a gorgeous, flattering fit for any figure. Choose from a crew neck or turtleneck and short or half-sleeves to make the sweater your own.
Stashbuster - A is for Accent is the first in a 26-part series. These patterns are not available on their own, they are only available in this bundled set, because they're part of a bigger vision: I want you to actually look forward to new ways to use your stash. Each new 3-pattern bundle will have a different focus, with…
A classic raglan-style turtleneck with a progressive edge – destined to be a wardrobe staple that will never go out of style. This coastal-inspired sweater works perfectly for the recommended yarn (Whidbey), a heathered blend of bamboo, merino and nylon.
Are you ready to wrap yourself in coziness? Welcome to the 4th annual January Workshop: The Vivi Pullover! This community-based knitting experience is more than just a knitalong; it's a workshop filled with knitting techniques, lifestyle inspiration and the support of knitters from around the world. This year we invite you to follow us (virtually) to Denmark where we'll learn…
This semi-slouchy beanie has a snug fit around the head and a little “slouch” at the back - and features all-over texture with pixelated details in three contrasting colors. The Pixel Beanie knits up in no time with texture that is simple to work and easy to remember. Choose your favorite team colors or go classic with our winning formula:…
A delightfully textured beanie featuring bold stitch details in two-colors. With a folded brim and cozy stranded design (using the incredibly addictive and super simple Creel Stitch technique), the Electric Creel Beanie will fly right off the needles just in time for cold weather wear.
Cascade Locks is a charming small town forty miles from Portland, Oregon that provides a most picturesque inspiration for the wavy slipped stitch waterways in this design. This textured topper knits-up quickly and will be a favorite for those who don’t care for a close-fitting beanie style. NOTE: Cascade Locks Tam is a completely redesigned and updated release of Marie's…
Treat your feet to a little party with these delightful Firecracker Socks! Knit top down (cuff to toe) with a reinforced heel and rounded toe, the columns of decorative firework stitches are steady little bursts of texture. So fun to create you will be itching to knit another pair.
This sweet, simple beanie features an all-over pattern of wildflower knots against a backdrop of stockinette stitch. With four sizes to choose from, you can make a matched set for siblings or parent and child!
When it’s time to embrace change, welcome new adventures and say “Peace Out” to the past, this sweet beanie is just the thing to mark the occasion. Peace Out partners vintage stitch details (knit at a fine gauge) with fresh, modern colors. This versatile hat is available in three adult size options for any gender and can be finished with…
A little texture goes a long way in this gender-neutral cap. Simple knits and purls combine for a reversible, easy to wear beanie with a relaxed fit. Perfect for your favorite teen or adult!
Share your Knit Camp pride far and wide with this uplifting "Knit More, Worry Less" tee! Soft, recycled fabric in sizes XS to 4XL. Flattering V-neck style with soft fabric and true-to-size fit.
A delightful addition to the Creel Stitch family, the Wheat Shock Cowl invites you to dance to the rhythm of the stitches: a little to the right and a little to the left, swaying with the wind in the wheat field! This toasty, gender-neutral cowl knits up quickly in worsted weight yarn, with vibrant texture that reminds me of stacks…
As a long-time admirer of basket weaving, I set about to develop a technique to replicate something similar for knitting. The result: Creel Stitch, named for the baskets – called creels - used by fisherman and anglers to carry their daily catch. Though there are many different types of creels that vary by location and use – my inspiration was…
Measure your gauge and check your needle size in style! These solid wood needle gauges are designed and made right on site at Olive Knits HQ, and attaches easily to your favorite knitting bag. Your order includes a carabiner clip (color may vary). We ship Mon/Tue/Thurs each week (and these are in stock!) so they'll be on their way to…
Celebrate the littlest “firecrackers” in your life with this simple twist on the Fireworks Sweater. Worked from the top down in the round, this pullover features columns of firecracker blasts cascading down the yoke. With a relaxed fit and genderless style, it’s a quick knit with just enough texture to keep things interesting. (Check out the matching Firecracker Beanie here.)
With a spray of firework bursts and waves of lace that dance from side to side, you’ll fall in love with the tantalizing texture as the pattern details unfold.
A celebration of life, friendship, and new beginnings. Are you ready for a party on your needles? The unique firework stitches in this design cascade down the yoke like streams of light in the night’s sky. It may look complex, but the little bursts are easy to knit and become intuitive after just a few repeats. Get ready to light…
This lightweight, cotton shawl with scoops of color is a perfect breezy layer for spring and summer. The asymmetrical triangle shape features large bobble “dollops” along the finished edge.
Explore the history of traditional Irish Aran knitting, combined with Marie’s modern tutorials and new techniques. The Fiadh Sweater Workshop includes the pattern and 8 lessons and tutorials to go along with your making journey.
Fiadh (fee-ah) is a richly textured Irish Aran cardigan with cables, double moss stitch and a shawl collar. It’s designed to be worn with a shawl pin or belt, but can be worn with buttons, if desired.
Playdate has a little pop of interest to make it easy to personalize without being fussy. I love the detail of the contrast color – it reminds me of a paper chain counting down the days to summer break. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
High contrast colors bring the simple stitch detail to life in playful rings of color in this fun pullover sweater. There’s no colorwork, no carrying floats, it’s just a series of stripes and slipped stitches. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
The wildflower-inspired stitch pattern in this cardigan creates subtle all-over texture that pops in a bold color. Add a modern twist with contrasting ribbing and cuffs. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
The understated texture created by the wildflower knots gives the impression of embossed detail. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
The center panel of this pullover sweater is a clever arrangement of increases and decreases – no cables required! This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
The Waterfall Beanie is worked in the round as a tube (without crown shaping) and features a center lace panel and a charming picot bind-off. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
Originally inspired as a nod to a nautical pea coat, Pocket Watch can double as a jacket during reasonable weather. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
The details in this pattern look extra impressive, but they’re brilliantly simple to knit. Richly cabled with a close fit and folded brim, The Gansey Beanie will keep your interest without a lot of extra focus. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
A smaller version of the January Gansey pared down for simplicity making it perfect for little ones. There’s just enough detail to keep it interesting, without slowing you down. Don’t let the rich cables fool you – they’re easier than they look. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
If you’re looking for a quick foray into colorwork, Boathouse Jr. offers an easy canvas for color exploration. The little colorwork “buoys” will shine in bright contrasts, subtle gradients and everything in between. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
The Tugboat Beanie is perfect if you love shopping for color combinations, but it’s just as easy to mix and match using what you have on hand. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
If you look closely at the stitch details on this pattern, you can almost imagine the faces of clever little foxes. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
The unique boxy shape and dual pompoms highlight the fox-inspired details down the center of this beanie. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
A slightly slouchy beanie worked top-down from the crown to the ribbing with adorable bees that stand out against a backdrop of reverse stockinette stitch. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
This sweet, top-down sweater features rows of bitty bees on the yoke and lower body, buzzing along on a background of reverse stockinette stitch. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
A pullover with simple colorwork detail that's easy to spice up with multiple colors or gradients, or you can create a color block effect by using your contrast for all of the ribbing. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
Thank goodness for cables — they’re the star of the show in this close-fitting beanie. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
The Pebble & Stone Cardigan is a party of textures and graphic color that work together beautifully. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
The color detail in this yoked pullover is created with stripes and slipped stitches, so you won’t have to carry any extra strands the way you would with colorwork. This pattern is featured in the book Knit a Little by Marie Greene.
A quick-knit companion to the Boathouse Pullover, this charming beanie features simple colorwork that makes quick work of leftover yarn. Knit one for everyone in the family!
Originally designed as a mystery KAL for the 2020 Rose City Yarn Crawl in Portland, Oregon, Plot Twist is a gorgeous exploration of texture and color. Go soft or bold (we love it both ways!), and you’ll be captivated by the details in this adventurous project. It’s no longer a mystery, but you can still enjoy the winding “story” of…
With easy, mindless texture (that you can work with or without a cable needle, depending on your preference), you’ll find Travelest to be a great project for social knitting; there are no increases or decreases to follow, and the texture is easily memorized after a few repeats.
A light and easy summer tee with a few hidden “gems” to keep it cool and breezy, Skipper is a quick knit for casual wear with extra room for a super comfy fit in the body and a closer fit in the arms for a flattering look. The body is knit with two strands of yarn (held double). The neckline…
Trailblazer is an eye-catching asymmetrical triangle shawl with striped grooves and texture made of stockinette stitch, garter stitch and loose cables. Easy to wrap and wear on the go, you’ll love the versatility of this effortless piece.
Knit from the top center of the crescent with increases at the edges on both the right and wrong side rows, this long, thin shawl grows side to side with a rounded crescent-shaped middle. Sweetcake features feather and fan lace with garter stitch and rows of slipped stitch “dots” (like little silver dragées) to keep you entertained all the way…
Inspired by walks along the coast, my Baybridge classic cardi has modern lines and texture with linear details to create flattering visual interest. A relatively quick knit with an easily memorized pattern, you’ll love this project for social knitting – especially once you’ve passed the sleeve divide.
A lightweight, long sleeve tee for breezy days, Coquille features a shell-inspired lace placket and unique shoulder shaping that hugs the top of the shoulders and fits like a set-in sleeve (but is worked top-down and seamless!).
A cheerful companion to the Foxtrot Cardigan (one of our 4 Day KAL sweaters), the Foxtrot Cowl knits up quickly with just one skein of worsted weight yarn. Worked flat with a button closure, this stylish knit will be the perfect addition to your fall wardrobe.
Colorful pinstripes had their heyday in the 1980s and I admit I was no stranger to their charms. I had a certain capri twinset with tiny multicolor stripes that I was pretty sure looked amazing on me. (I love how confident we are about ourselves when we’re too young to start believing we shouldn’t be.) This beanie is my genderless…
Top-down, seamless open-front sweater with faux "cables" down the front. Designed for a wide range of sizes, this quick knit is both flattering and versatile.
Sea meets shore in this unique lightweight pullover - designed as a transition piece heading into warmer weather, Washed Ashore is knit top-down, seamless and in one-piece.
Eavesdrop is knit top-down in one piece with raglan cap-sleeve shaping and a texture of sequence knitting on the back and sleeves with a defining horizontal stitch "seam" to delineate the transition between sequence and stockinette. The garment is knit flat and seamed along the front at the very end. If knit in recommended yarn, the tee will have elegant…
