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let's craft together
We love crafting together!
That is why we will be hosting a Make-Along (including a KAL and CAL) for knitfest 2025!
*KAL = Knit-Along, CAL = Crochet-Along*
Join us for our Make-Along starting Friday, September 12th 2025.
We will be hosting our MAL on Instagram. Use the hashtag #knitfest2025MAL and tag us @knit.fest when you post updates of your progress.
That way we can motivate and inspire each other!
We can't wait to see all of your incredible Stella versions!
the designs
This year, we’re bringing you two stunning designs to make and wear with pride at knitfest!
Both garments share a common inspiration: their signature stitch pattern is drawn from the delicate alpine flower Edelweiss – Stella Alpina in Italian – which lends the designs both their name and their distinctive floral motif.
The Stella Crochet Pullover by Sandra (@nomadstitches)
A versatile, oversized pullover featuring elegant ribbing, subtle stripes, and a light yet warm textured stitch. With its top-down drop-shoulder construction and thoughtful size inclusivity, this is a timeless piece you’ll want to reach for again and again.
The Stella Knit Slipover by Marina (@stormknittingart)
A highly adaptable design you can knit cropped or long, sleeveless or with sleeves, in playful contrasting colors or sleek unicolor. To make it even more flexible, the pattern comes in two gauges—so you can choose your favorite yarn and needle size for a truly personal fit.
We’re beyond excited to finally share these designs with you and can’t wait to see your Stellas bloom in every shape, size, and color this fall!
stella crochet pullover
CAL 2025
Made top-down with a drop-shoulder construction, it has perfectly fitted shoulders to eliminate excess fabric around the underarms. The pullover features a textured stitch that is light yet warm, with a wide oversized fit and a split high-low hem. It’s finished with elegant ribbing and subtle stripes.
What sets Stella apart is its commitment to size inclusivity, ensuring that the shoulder drops gracefully in the same spot for all makers, irrespective of size. The meticulous details woven into this pullover promise a timeless piece that you'll find yourself reaching for time and time again.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO CAST-ON
Sizes
1 (2, 3, 4) (5, 6,7) (8, 9, 10)
Bust circumference
recommended positive ease 12 - 19cm
78.5 (87, 100, 108.5) (117.5, 130.5, 139) (148, 156.5, 169.5) cm
Yarn
fingering weight (100g / 400m)
945 (1045, 1230, 1350) (1485, 1665, 1795) (1910, 2080, 2250) m
additional 40 - 80m in a contrast color
Hooks
4 mm or size needed to meet gauge, 3.5mm or 1 size smaller for neckline.
stella knit slipover
KAL 2025
Worked bottom-up with a modern drop-shoulder construction, the slipover offers versatility in fit: wear it oversized for a relaxed silhouette or more fitted for a sleek look. Add sleeves if you like (option provided in pattern) and choose to add the Stella Flower pattern all over the body or on the top of the slipover only. The fabric is created either with two contrasting colors bringing the Stella Flowers to life. Worked in only the main color, the Stella Flowers also create a beautifully textured fabric.
The construction begins with a ribbed hem, followed by stockinette stitch body decorated with the Stella Flowers pattern as you like. Shaping details include gentle neckline decreases at the front, armhole shaping for a rounded finish and subtle slanted lines at the back to ensure a flattering fit across the shoulders. The slipover is completed with ribbed edgings at the neck and armholes.
With its thoughtful construction and striking stitch detail, the Stella Slipover is both a joy to knit and a timeless piece to wear.
The pattern is available in a 20 sts or 25 sts gauge.
25 STS GAUGE
Sizes
1 (2, 3, 4) (5, 6,7) (8, 9, 10, 11)
Bust circumference
positive ease up to 25cm
80 (88, 96, 104) (112, 120, 128) (136, 144, 152, 160) cm
Yarn
any fingering weight yarn in 2 colors
yarn used for sample: 100% polwarth (100g / 356m)
Regular length
720 (792, 878, 967) (1058, 1152, 1238) (1315, 1414, 1493, 1607) m
55 - 115m in a contrast color
Cropped length
524 (576, 643, 712) (783, 857, 924) (981, 1061, 1119, 1214) m
45 – 85 m in a contrast color
Needles
3 mm circular & 2.5 mm circular for ribbing
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO CAST-ON
20 STS GAUGE
Sizes
1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9)
Bust circumference
positive ease up to 25cm
80 (90, 100, 110, 120) (130, 140, 150, 160) cm
Yarn
any DK weight yarn OR lace weight held double in 2 colors
yarn used for sample: 60% mohair/ 40% silk (20g / 240m)
Regular length
Color 1: 495 (560, 640, 730, 805) (875, 960, 1045, 1115) m
Color 2: 70 (80, 80, 100, 120) (160, 180, 200, 220) m
Cropped length
Color 1: 381 (432, 492, 555, 619) (693, 754, 803, 877) m
Color 2: 54 (62, 62, 76, 93) (126, 141, 157, 178) m
Needles
4 mm circular & 3.5 mm circular for ribbing
the designers
KAL & CAL 2025
storm knitting art
Hi! I´m Marina, a knitwear designer from Greece, now living in Germany with my husband and our two kids. I love designing modern, playful garments that are both wearable and joyful to knit—often with a twist like colorwork, lace, or reversible details. My passion is to make knitting feel fun and accessible, no matter your level!
I’ve been designing professionally for four years, always focusing on size-inclusive patterns and building a warm, creative community. I’m a passionate learner, always eager to explore new techniques or combine them.
I’ve been featured in Laine, Making Stories, Knit Picks and other publications, and I’m always excited to connect with knitters around the world.
nomad stitches
Hi! My name is Sandra.
I am a knit and crochet designer from Mexico. I love creating garments that fit well and my passion lies in proving to others how amazing crochet can be!
I have been designing full time for over 6 years and my commitment to well-fitting and size-inclusive garments has solidified in that time.
I live in Spain with my two daughters and husband and I love traveling more than anything in the world!
