• KINDRED KNITS

    Find your next project with in the pages of Aleks Byrd’s latest book. Each design is timeless with clever details that make for an engaging knit.

  • TAEVAS COWL KITS

    Knit a uniquely Estonian project filled with deceptively easy techniques in yarn spun in Estonia.

  • LAPILINE SOCKS

    A new patchwork stripe magic sock pattern! These socks are a great intro project to faux entrelac that is super simple and stretchy. It’s only knit stitches, yarn overs, k2tog and ssk – easy!

KNITTING PATTERNS

An array of knitting patterns with a modern twist on Estonian knitting and techniques that are fun and rewarding to knit for all levels of knitters.

Check out newly released Kohin scarf ! It’s brings lace into a new look with it seamlessly knit over top a contrasting knit base.

WINTER KNIT ESSENTIALS

Quick accessory patterns for your essential winter wardrobe when you need warmth and a pop of interest.

KINDRED KNITS

Aleks’ Byrd’s latest book Kindred Knits: Patterns from My Estonian Family Archives is a captivating collection of designs inspired her grandmother's old sketchbooks and her family’s heirloom crafts. The patterns are innovative and modern, yet rooted in tradition.

Preview the patterns and order your copy today!

Explore Aleks’ Estonian family archives in Kindred Knits

KNITTING WORKSHOPS

Looking to add some new skills to your knitting tool box or need a bit of a knitting confidence boost for your next project? Find a mix of virtual online and in person knitting workshops covering an array of knitting techniques from embellishment, Estonian techniques and more.

Start 2026 growing your knitting confidence and expanding your skills with a workshop!

An inspirational blog for discovering new techniques and knitting pattern ideas

Check out these great blog posts on the wonderful world of Roosimine Estonian inlay knitting- I can’t get enough of it! Get pattern ideas whether you’re a beginner or just in need of a bit of inspiration.

Aleks Byrd is an illustrator and knitwear designer particularly well-known as a moderniser of Estonian knitting traditions. Currently based inTallinn, Estonia. Aleks has connections to Estonia, Canada and USA which she draws upon in her designs and illustrations.