Designer Spotlight - Neulova Kettu

Tiina of @neulova_kettu on Instagram enjoys playing with color and loves the feel of natural wool. She has created several beautiful sweater designs using Istex’s 100% Icelandic wool yarns. Inspiration for the sweaters comes from sources like Finland's beautiful national parks.

I have had the honor of translating her patterns into English to help more people access these gorgeous designs. I've also added several of Tiina's patterns to my website's selection. This means that if you're in the USA, you can purchase them without worrying about currency conversion charges or foreign exchange fees. 

Meiko: The namesake of this sweater design is a lake near Kirkkonummi with, beautiful clear waters. There sweater has a beautiful cable detail along the sleeves and sides. It is knit top down, and has a straight body for a unisex fit. 

Linlo Light: This pattern shares its name with an island in the coastal archipelago of the Gulf of Finland. The light version is knit in Lettlopi, and the design lends itself to many options for customization. The possible color combinations are nearly endless!

Kivinokka is a beautiful circular yoke sweater pattern inspired by an oasis of nature in the heart of Helsinki. It has a straight body shape for a unisex fit, and has two chart options. It is knit top down, and is easy to adjust for a shorter or longer hem as preferred.

Halti is a beautiful circular yoke sweater pattern inspired by the highest point in Finland. It has a straight body shape for a unisex fit, and has two chart options. It is knit top down, and is easy to adjust for a shorter or longer hem as preferred.

The area surrounding Meiko Lake is full of gorgeous views and rich nature. There are several hiking trails in the area. The Meiko sweater is perfect for an afternoon out in the nature reserve during the colder months of the year. 

The sweater is knit with 100% Icelandic wool and is sure to keep you warm and dry.