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AlpenChic · Traditional Style · Oktoberfest

O’zapft is – and the needles are ready.

Traditional Alpine style meets modern knitting and crochet. Discover AlpenChic patterns inspired by traditional clothing – from classic dirndl looks to modern handmade favorites that are just as beautiful without a dirndl.

AlpenChic crocheted dirndl vest for women

New · Available Now

AlpenChic · Crochet Pattern

Crocheted Dirndl Vest

A new AlpenChic design for women – modern crochet with traditional charm, made for both special occasions and everyday outfits.

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HERZILEIN crocheted traditional Alpine bag

AlpenChic · Crochet

HERZILEIN – the matching Alpine bag.

Small, special, and full of Alpine charm. This crocheted bag is the perfect match for a dirndl or traditional outfit – and works just as beautifully as a unique clutch.

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BabyAlpenChic

AlpenChic for Little Ones.

Little Alpine-inspired pieces that look just as charming with everyday outfits as they do with traditional clothing. Knitted for celebrations, family moments, and all their favorite days.

BabyAlpenChic traditional knitted jacket for girls

BabyAlpenChic · Knitting

Traditional Jacket for Girls

A classic little jacket with the signature AlpenChic look – perfect with a dirndl and just as lovely with jeans.

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BabyAlpenChic · Knitting

Hooded Vest for Boys

A little traditional vest with a hood and contrasting details – casual, classic, and easy to wear every day.

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BabyAlpenChic Rhombus traditional knitted vest

BabyAlpenChic · Knitting

Rhombus Traditional Vest

A playful AlpenChic design with charming contrasting details – inspired by Alpine tradition and made for little ones.

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AlpenChic · Knitting

Tradition Meets a New Favorite.

A knitted bolero with traditional charm and a modern feel. Beautiful with a dirndl, dress, skirt, or jeans.

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Coming to the AlpenChic Collection

More to Come...

Familiar favorites are getting a fresh new look.

BabyAlpenChic traditional knitted baby bolero

Relaunch · Coming Soon

BabyAlpenChic · Knitting

Traditional Baby Bolero

A little AlpenChic classic is coming back – freshly updated and ready for its next appearance.

KidsAlpenChic traditional knitted vest for girls

Relaunch · Coming Soon

KidsAlpenChic · Knitting

Traditional Vest for Girls

AlpenChic grows with them. This traditional vest for older girls is getting a fresh new look.

BabyAlpenChic · Free Knitting Pattern

A Little Piece of AlpenChic – Free to Knit.

A baby hat and matching booties make a charming little Alpine-inspired set. Find the complete free knitting pattern on the blog.

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BabyAlpenChic free knitting pattern for baby hat and booties

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Halloween · Knitting & Crochet

A Little Quirky Is Perfectly Fine.

Knit some pumpkins or crochet one seriously quirky monster? Discover two of my Halloween projects to make yourself: knitted pumpkins for fall and Halloween decor, and Schiachbert with a complete free crochet pattern.

Knitting Pattern

Three Little Pumpkins

Three pumpkins, three variations, and plenty of fall charm.

A decorative knitting project for Halloween – and for everyone who believes fall simply isn’t complete without pumpkins.

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Schiachbert – free crochet pattern for a quirky Halloween monster

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#FreeStitches · Crochet Pattern

Schiachbert

Three friends, a little wine, and one seriously quirky challenge – that’s how Schiachbert was born.

You’ll find the complete crochet pattern free on the CrazyPatterns blog.

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New at ParkaDesigns

New Stitches. New Ideas.

Sometimes a new pattern sparks a whole new idea. And sometimes all you need is a quick little project that's simply fun to make.

ConFetti #1 crochet sweater pattern with video guidance

Crochet Pattern + Video

ConFetti #1 · Women's Sizes S–XL

One Pattern. And Sometimes Movement Says More Than Three Extra Photos.

Crochet with SILENT Video Guidance.

ConFetti #1 combines a detailed written crochet pattern with short, focused videos for those moments when seeing the movement simply makes things clearer.

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#FreeStitches · Free Crochet Pattern

SALVIA

One Triangle Shawl. Two Ways to Crochet a Triangle.

SALVIA is a lightweight triangle shawl that's perfect for the changing seasons. In this #FreeStitches post, you'll find the complete crochet pattern and discover two different ways to create a crocheted triangle.

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ConFetti #1 – video guidance included, English overview

Behind the Stitches

Do Modern Crochet Patterns Need Video Guidance?

Why ConFetti became my first pattern with SILENT Video Guidance – and why the traditional PDF pattern still remains at the heart of it.

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Quick & Easy Crochet #1

Quick to Crochet

LADYBUG

Small, Quick – and a Little Cheeky.

This ladybug hat for kids is an easy little crochet project for a quick creative break. And with its red and black colors, it fits right into fall with just a tiny hint of Halloween.

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ParkaDesigns · More Than Stitches

Style knows no Size.

Fashion should fit the person – not the other way around. That's why ParkaDesigns is about more than stitches, sizes, and patterns. It's about creating favorite pieces that make you feel good wearing them.