BabyAlpenChic · Knitting
Traditional Jacket for Girls
A classic little jacket with the signature AlpenChic look – perfect with a dirndl and just as charming with jeans.
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Fall 2026 · ParkaDesigns
Time for something new.
Fall brings back that irresistible urge to reach for yarn, explore new colors, and start projects made for cooler days.
Over the coming weeks, you’ll find modern knitting and crochet patterns for fall, new pieces to wear and love, quick projects for in between, and seasonal ideas inspired by Halloween and Alpine style.
Style knows no Size.
AlpenChic · Traditional Style · Oktoberfest
O’zapft is – and the needles are ready.
Tradition meets modern stitches: discover knitting and crochet patterns inspired by traditional Alpine style and AlpenChic – from classic looks made for a dirndl to modern favorites that work just as beautifully on their own.
AlpenChic · Knitting
Tradition meets a new favorite.
A knitted bolero with traditional character and a modern look. Beautiful with a dirndl, but just as easy to wear with a dress, skirt, or jeans.
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AlpenChic · Crochet
HERZILEIN – the perfect little bag.
Small, special, and unmistakably AlpenChic: this crocheted bag is the perfect companion for a dirndl or traditional outfit – and works just as beautifully as a unique clutch.
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AlpenChic for little ones.
Little pieces inspired by traditional Alpine style – made for celebrations, family moments, and all those perfectly ordinary favorite days in between.
BabyAlpenChic · Knitting
Hooded Vest for Boys
A little traditional vest with a hood and contrasting details – casual, charming, and easy to wear every day.
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BabyAlpenChic · Knitting
Rhombus Traditional Vest
A playful AlpenChic design with charming contrast details – inspired by tradition and made with little ones in mind.
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There’s more to come …
Familiar favorites are getting a fresh new look – and a brand-new AlpenChic design is already waiting in the wings.
New · Coming Soon
AlpenChic · Crochet
Crocheted Dirndl Vest
A brand-new AlpenChic design for women – modern crochet inspired by traditional style and made for much more than Oktoberfest.
Relaunch · Coming Soon
BabyAlpenChic · Knitting
Traditional Baby Bolero
A little AlpenChic classic is coming back – freshly updated and ready for its new look.
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 for the tiniest ones. You’ll find the complete knitting pattern free on the blog.
Discover the free patternHalloween · 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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Free
#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.
Crochet it for free →New at ParkaDesigns
New stitches. New ideas.
Sometimes a new pattern turns into a whole new idea. And sometimes all you need is a quick little project that’s simply fun to make.
Crochet Pattern + Video
ConFetti #1 · Women 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 made for the changing seasons. In this #FreeStitches post, you’ll get the complete crochet pattern and discover two different ways to create a crocheted triangle.
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Behind the Stitches
Do modern crochet patterns need video guidance?
Why ConFetti became my first pattern with SILENT Video Guidance – and why the classic 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 in between – and with its red and black color palette, it fits right into fall with just a tiny hint of Halloween.
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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.
#StyleStitch · Thoughts on Handmade Fashion
10 truths every woman deserves to hear.
About handmade fashion, confidence, and why a number on a clothing label should never decide whether we feel beautiful in what we wear.
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Knitting · Relaunch 2026
CARPE DIEM
A familiar design, reimagined: the CARPE DIEM knit dress returns in a new 2026 edition – and once again proves that Style knows no Size.
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Crochet · Relaunch
HELIX #1
A summer crochet sweater, a relaunch after many years, and the reminder that a favorite piece should first and foremost fit the person wearing it.
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Discover more stories behind the patterns, free projects, tips, know-how, and inspiration for knitting and crochet on the ParkaDesigns blog.
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Made by you. Reviewed by you.
The best part is seeing a pattern turn into a piece you truly love. Thank you for your reviews, your projects, and every photo you share with me.
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“An easy-to-understand pattern for a beautiful, lightweight crochet sweater.”YoungFashion #1 →
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