Summer time

Summer time may have been beckoning me outdoors with warmer than normal temperatures, clear blue skies and sun soaked days, but not before casting on a little something for my Gotz girls . . . .  

New from my needles this summer

 

'Lagoon'

A summer inspired tunic sweater designed to fit American Girl ® dolls

&  18” Gotz dolls like my model Elisabeth & Julia from the Precious Day Collection ™

  

 

Lagoon offers an opportunity to work new stitch techniques & textured stitch-work all packaged into a stylish tunic sweater that is suitable for early evening summer breezes after a sun soaked day

  

  

 also fits 18” Madam Alexander dolls like my model Abbie

Construction: Worked flat; back and forth in rows.
Front and back each worked the same in one piece bottom up to neckline, with shoulder fastening closure for ease of dressing. Drop short length sleeves created from picked up stitches and worked top down, then seamed along with sides of sweater that features side vents

 

These completed hand knitted outfits can be found in my

Etsy store

Thanks for looking ~ Deb

New Year beckons 'Denali' ~ A winter special collection eBook

 

Welcome 2014!

A brand new year with the potential of fulfilling many hopes and dreams come true. 

    

Normally I do not entertain the idea of new year resolutions, but this one arrived in my inbox from my dear hubby, from the creator of 'The Secret' 

 

 

A New Year's Resolution That Will Change Your Life

"Do whatever you can to feel good, because when you feel good, life will be good. The better you feel, the better life will get . . . ."

 And there's much more to read . . .  

So with these inspiring words, I knew that focusing on my knitting for dolls passion is the right path for me. To kick start off this new year, is a new pattern collection, one I hope you and yours will both enjoy and have fun with ~ Deb, Debonair Designs

presenting, 'Denali' ~ A winter special collection eBook

 

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This winter inspired set took form from the desire to have an outer garment that compliments my sweater dress pattern, Ayanna. This collection once again makes use of the easy to achieve faux fair isle pattern with  variations offered,  along with a matching hat featuring a gathered top and coordinating fingerless-mitts for a finishing touch. Included in this winter special is a matching horse saddle blanket complete with socks; along with a pet kerchief for your doll’s favorite pet dog; a fun addition I hope you and yours will enjoy.                                ~ Debonair Designs


Denali ~ A Winter Special Collection Patterns:
Denali ~ a faux fair isle stitched cape with matching faux fair isle stitched hat
along with faux fair isle stitched fingerless-mitts

Footprints ~ a faux fair isle stitched horse saddle blanket with socks
~ and a matching kerchief for your doll’s pet dog

My American Girl Saige is here to show and tell, a tribute to her as last year's American Girl of the Year, view more pictures of this collection, and be sure to check out my Etsy store for this completed outfit and more I have made available 


 


















 

Rembrandt joined in the fun too!

Flicka, a Battat horse

 and not forgetting my two recent knitting pattern books

Seasonal Hand Knitted Designs Book for 18" Dolls

What's new for me this season ? . . . . . . .

  I am thrilled to announce that I have just completed my first ever published knitting pattern book for 18" dolls

 

Seasonal Hand Knitted Designs for 18" Dolls

Fall/Winter Volume ~ A five collection series

Signed Copy Now Available

 

Deciding to put together a book of my patterns for 18" dolls seemed the next evolutionary step to make from my individual patterns that are currently available in pdf format.

As challenging as it was in getting this together, with much frustration trying to get the word document to accept my format, along with a few computer glitches, I am delighted beyond words with the results, so much so that I have already embarked on the second book in this series, which will feature knitting designs from my spring/summer collection.

In the meantime I wait with great excitement for next week when I will receive my proof copy, once thoroughly checked I then will issue the okay to put into production.

INTRODUCTION

          PHOTO INDEX

 

. . . . many more pictures offered in the book

Heartfelt thanks to those of you who have knitted some or all of these designs and thank you to those of you who follow me. . . kindest regards and happy summer, Deb

Christmas Collection

The Christmas Collection was born out of the desire to fashion holiday ensembles for a craft show I will be attending near the holidays. Inspired by the classic holiday movie, ‘White Christmas’ starring Bing Crosby, I created this festive set all featuring the use of faux fur trim, and all designed to coordinate with each other for complete ensembles.         ~ Debonair Designs

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The Christmas Collection Patterns:

Noel ~ a fur trimmed hooded coat with collar option

Juliette ~ a fur trimmed cloak with capelet option

Cabana III ~ a chevron stitched two-piece skirt and matching top 

 Noel                                                                              Juliette

 Cabana III

Pattern Note: Worked flat, back and forth in rows

Construction: Written out with line-by-line instructions given, including faux fur placement, Coat worked bottom up in one piece then each section is worked individually, hood created from picked up stitches along with a collar option worked in the same manner, Cloak/Capelet worked top down with gradual shaping. Both the skirt and matching top worked from the bottom up.

Materials: Medium worsted/10ply yarn with bulky textured yarn used for the faux fur. Yarn Equivalent: 8ply/Double Knit (UK/Australia) and 12ply/Chunky

 

 

 

Text and knitwear designs © 2013 Debonair Designs

All rights reserved.

Debonair Designs is the exclusive copyright holder in this publication and the designs and photographs contained herein. As such the copyright of these patterns, their text, photos copyright 2013 Debonair Designs. No part may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic, electrostatic, magnetic tape, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise without prior permission in writing of the copyright owner.

The knitwear designs are copyrighted and must not be knitted for re-sale. Reproduction of this publication is protected by copyright and is sold on the condition that it be used for non commercial purposes.

Disclaimer: Debonair Designs is not affiliated with any doll or doll clothing companies.

Sienna Collection

  The Sienna Collection was born out of the desire to have various patterns working together for a complete outfit. This versatile collection comes with variations added, including working a longer version of Cabana to create a dress version, which when paired with the jacket, gives a whole new ensemble that’s perfect for the Fall season, my favorite time of the year.  ~ Debonair Designs

  

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The Sienna Collection Patterns:

Sienna ~ a double breasted collared jacket

Cabana II ~ a chevron stitched tunic dress 

Beret II ~ a textured stitched beret

BoHoh II ~ a textured stitched tote bag

Sienna                                                          Cabana II

  Beret II                                                                  BoHoh II                                                                                                                            

Pattern Note: Worked flat, back and forth in rows.

Construction: For the jacket and dress, the textured stitch patterns have been written out with line-by-line instructions given, including buttonhole placement.  

Materials: Medium worsted/10ply yarn used throughout

Yarn Equivalent: 8ply, Double Knit (UK/Australia)         

  

My patterns are also available on Patternfish where this collection is featured in the July Newsletter

 

Text and knitwear designs © 2012 - 2013 Debonair Designs

All rights reserved.

Debonair Designs is the exclusive copyright holder in this publication and the designs and photographs contained herein. As such the copyright of these patterns, their text, photos copyright 2012 - 2013 Debonair Designs. No part may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic, electrostatic, magnetic tape, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise without prior permission in writing of the copyright owner.

The knitwear designs are copyrighted and must not be knitted for re-sale. Reproduction of this publication is protected by copyright and is sold on the condition that it be used for non commercial purposes.

Disclaimer: Debonair Designs is not affiliated with any doll or doll clothing companies.

Kiah ~ a new beginning

Spring ~ fresh new beginnings, warm sunlight and lots of green . .  . well that's what I hope you are having . . .  for me, our new beginnings began on March 1st when my husband, kids and I moved ourselves across the Puget Sound from Seattle to a green oasis called Port Orchard, and we love it here.

I was also inspired with this new beginning and thoughts of spring in the air, prompting my latest knitting pattern release . . . . 

 

 Kiah 
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(pronounced KEE-ah, meaning from the beautiful place, a new beginning) 

Kiah ~ a spring inspired one-piece jump suit knitting pattern, featuring a flattering lace stitch bodice which is also featured on each leg cuff for a finishing touch, all formatted with easy to read line-by-line written instructions given 

Instructions: Written instructions given, worked flat: back and forth in rows

Designed to fit: American Girl Dolls and 18in Gotx dolls like my models Jessica and Elisabeth, that share the same body type

Designer's Note: For a finishing touch and the perfect compliment for this spring wear, I paired the jump suit with my bolero pattern, see Kimana for details

    These two complete ensembles are also available for sale, to view them and their details, visit my Etsy Store, DebonairsDesigns thank you for taking the time to look, kind regards Deb

presenting Matsuri & Sakura ~ new pattern releases

presenting  . . . Matsuri &  Sakura

A textured and ribbed stitch sweater dress pattern

My inspiration came from mother nature once again, this time in honor of the annual national cherry blossom festival and for this year in particular, which marks the 100th anniversary of the gift of trees . . . read more here

I love seeing little girls (and dolls) wearing over-sized sweaters, which prompted this design, where you get the best of both worlds, a sweater to keep the chill at bay, and a dress that is perfect for celebrating the arrival of spring.

 

 'Matsuri:' takes it's namesake from the annual doll celebration in Japan, known as Hinamatsuri ~ a day to pray for young girl's growth and happiness. I worked the entire sweater dress in a soft petal pink with added pink ribbons featured on each sleeve. Matsuri is especially designed to fit 18" Gotz Dolls like my model, Elisabeth, and American Girl Dolls.

Pattern, Matsuri is now available Buy Now

 

 

 'Sakura:' takes its namesake from the upcoming Cherry Blossom festival. The sakura, or cherry blossom is a delicate and transient beauty that has significant cultural and spiritual significance in Asia, particularly, Japan.

 

 

Pattern, Sakura is now available Buy Now

 

I picked the same soft petal pink to work Sakura, designed to fit slim 18" all vinyl dolls and especially designed to fit the Kidz 'n' Cats dolls like my model, Lena from the Heart & Soul series.

 

 

 Pattern Features: A stylish cowl-neck sweater dress featuring textured stitch patterns and a deep ribbed welt, which have been written out with line-by-line instructions given. A ribbed stitch cowl neckline created from picked up stitches along with complete back buttoned closure for easy dressing. Set in bell-shaped sleeves feature an eyelet row worked for interest, and perfect for additional creativity with various ribbons.

Note: The added Flower Motif shown on the upper front of Matsuri, is worked using the Daisy Chain method, (instructions are not included in pattern).

 

The completed hand knitted ensemble shown here on my Gotz model Elisabeth, will also be available for sale this coming week, in an auction listed on eBay, via a store my husband and I have, under my label

Debonair Designs at Tekay-intl

  

 

 A perfect addition to your doll’s early spring wardrobe; stylish yet warm to celebrate the arrival of spring.

 

This completed ensemble shown on my Kidz 'n' Cats model Lena, however has been sold and is on it's way to the new owner, but I am currently knitting another version of the design to showcase the pattern features, so check back in the next few days for details.

Thank you for your shared interest ~  Warmest regards, Deb