Grace Akhrem

knitwear designer, instructor

Fall into Autumn with the Houndstooth Slouch KAL

Time for another Knit Along (KAL).  This time I have chosen my Houndstooth Slouch pattern.  A perfect knit for the 97° autumn season we are having here in sunny southern California.  Hopefully by the time the KAL ends we might get some acceptable autumn weather down here (fingers crossed).  This is a great knit as a gift for friends or family or even yourself... who would appreciate a hand-knit … [Read more...]

Olga’s Vest KAL + Prize announcements

Last week I announced the Olga's Vest pattern as the next Knit Along (KAL).  We are going to get started on this KAL this Saturday, May 10th, 2014.  The KAL will end on Sunday, June 15th, 2014.  This should give us a little over a month to work on this versatile pattern so that we can wear it this summer. The Olga's Vest KAL will take place in the Grace Akhrem Ravelry group, where we can … [Read more...]

Summer KAL – Olga’s Vest wins!

The people have spoken :-P  After two weeks of collecting votes Olga's Vest won by a landslide.  Olga's Vest won with over 45% of the votes, so guess what - that's what were going to knit in the next KAL. A little bit about this pattern-  Olga's Vest is knit with a side-to-side construction.  The cowl is created using short rows and this pattern is very easily modified.  Once finished this … [Read more...]

Spring & Summer KAL vote + finished Striped Tooth Shawls

Time to vote for the next KAL.  I thought we could do a spring/summer garment so that we aren't boiling over when knitting this season.  Make sure you cast your vote here (below)!!! Your options are: Aviva, Silver Lining, Rippling Lace & Olga's Vest: CAST YOUR VOTE - Which garment pattern should we knit for the next KAL? Aviva Silver Lining Rippling … [Read more...]

KAL Winners announced

I would like to thank everyone who joined in on the Striped Tooth Shawl KAL.  It was a great success.  I think everyone managed to have fun, knit a new project and create a "close knit" community in the Ravelry group.  As promised there are three KAL winners (picked completely at random),  Drum roll please.... 1st prize - Orangecat (please email me with your mailing address so that I can mail … [Read more...]