Rowan Designer Collection eBook Crochet Pattern

Rowan Designer Collection eBook by Lisa Richardson

Overview

This exclusive downloadable PDF collection features 8 online designs for women created by designer Lisa Richardson. The collection showcases versatile pieces suitable for various sizes and skill levels, combining classic knitwear techniques with contemporary styling.

Featured Garment: Alberta

The Alberta design is a women's garment available in five sizes to fit bust measurements from 81–127 cm (32–50 inches), accommodating sizes S, M, L, XL, and XXL. This piece demonstrates Lisa Richardson's signature approach to wearable, well-proportioned knitwear.

Craft and Techniques

The designs in this collection utilize both knitting techniques. The Alberta pattern employs fundamental shaping methods including raglan armhole decreases, front neck shaping, and moss stitch patterning. Knitters will work with slip-stitch decreases (sl 1, K1, psso and sl 1, K2tog, psso) and standard decreases (K2tog) to achieve tailored garment construction. The pattern incorporates ribbed edgings and moss stitch texturing for visual interest and structure.

Stitches Used

• Moss stitch – a fundamental textured stitch forming the main fabric
• Ribbing – K2, P2 rib for cuffs and edgings
• Slip-stitch decreases – sl 1, K1, psso and sl 1, K2tog, psso for raglan shaping
• Standard decreases – K2tog and P2tog for neck and armhole shaping

Materials and Gauge

The Alberta design calls for Rowan Felted Tweed in Celadon (yarn A) and Rowan Mohair Haze in Tender (yarn B), worked together as one strand each held together. Yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 7–10 x 50g balls of Felted Tweed and 11–17 x 25g balls of Mohair Haze. Knitters will require 4mm (US 6) needles and 4½mm (US 7) needles. The recommended tension is 18 stitches and 33 rows to 10 cm measured over moss stitch using 4½mm needles with both yarns held together.

Design Details

The Alberta features a structured silhouette achieved through raglan armhole shaping and careful front neck decreases. The combination of Felted Tweed and Mohair Haze creates a sophisticated fabric with texture and subtle sheen. The moss stitch pattern provides both aesthetic appeal and fabric stability, while the ribbed sections offer elasticity and neat finishing. This design demonstrates professional garment construction suitable for intermediate to advanced knitters seeking designer-quality patterns.