30 American Knitting Patterns You Must Know - And the Designers Behind Them

From classic traditions to modern indie designers—discover what makes American knitting creative, diverse, and endlessly inspiring. In this video, you can win a knitting pattern from Alicia Plummer. All you have to do is leave a comment, letting me know which of her knitting patterns you would like to knit. Please also add your Ravelry username. The giveaway ends on December 15, 2025. Alicia's portfolio: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/alicia-plummer Alicia has also kindly set up a discount for us! Use the code knitlove to get 25% off all of her patterns until the end of 2025. I hope you enjoy! Best wishes, Annika 🎥 Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:34 What I'm wearing 01:08 Giveaway 02:58 Knitting Culture in the US 04:35 US Sheep Breeds 05:51 US Fiber Festivals 06:52 American Yarns 09:45 Elizabeth Zimmermann 10:45 Modern Colorwork Designs 15:42 Sock Designs 17:35 Rustic, Nature-Inspired Designs 21:52 Texture, Comfort & Everyday Wear 📚 Knitting Patterns and other resources mentioned: American knitting patterns Ravelry bundle: https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/us-knitting-patterns CQ by Alicia Plummer: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/RosemaryAndPines/cq Elizabeth Zimmermann / Schoolhouse Press: https://www.schoolhousepress.com/ Andrea Mowry: The Shift: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-shift Boho Blush: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/RosemaryAndPines/boho-blush Pink Fizz: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pink-fizz-3 DRK Everyday Cardi: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/drk-everyday-cardi Caitlin Hunter: Tecumseh: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tecumseh-2 Tegna: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tegna Jennifer Steingass: Gardengate: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/gardengate Hinterland: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hinterland-5 Songbird Mittens by Erica Heusser: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/songbird-mittens Summer Lee: I'm So Basic Socks: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/RosemaryAndPines/im-so-basic-socks The Sock Project (book)*: https://amzn.to/4aIwo57 The Crazy Sock Lady: Vanilla Socks on 9" Circulars: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/vanilla-socks-on-9-circulars-2 Vanilla Socks on Magic Loop: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/vanilla-socks-on-magic-loop Alicia Plummer: Popham Pullover: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/popham-pullover Scotch Pine: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/scotch-pine Samantha Guerin: Study Session Sweater: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/study-session-sweater Summer Session: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/summer-session Peach Bourbon Tea by Thea Colman: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/peach-bourbon-tea Big Bend Beanie by Nancy Bates: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/RosemaryAndPines/big-bend-beanie Knitting the National Parks (book)*: https://amzn.to/4pw1Wjq Knitting California (book)*: https://amzn.to/48Ie1L8 Knitting the USA (book)*: https://amzn.to/4pZzRRc Fairy Maiden by This Handmade Life: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/fairy-maiden Isabella Clark: Calm Down Socks: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/RosemaryAndPines/calm-down-socks Amoretta Blouse: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/amoretta-blouse Hundred Acre Wool YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCSAXL85jgoYhFK_fD9pkVUw Tori Yu: Skyline Tee: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/skyline-tee Skyline Pullover: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/skyline-pullover Alexandra Tavel: Ballerina Wrap Top: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ballerina-wrap-top Le Bateau Sweater: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/le-bateau-sweater Amy Christoffers: Felix Pullover: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/felix-pullover Pressed Flowers Cardigan: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pressed-flowers-cardigan-2 Arien Sweater by Caidree: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/arien-sweater Wool & Pine: Sea Glass Mini Version 1: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/RosemaryAndPines/sea-glass-mini Sea Glass Mini Version 2: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/RosemaryAndPines/sea-glass-mini-2 Rockhound Pullover: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rockhound-pullover Broadleaf: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/broadleaf-2 Knitting Festivals: https://sheepandwool.com/ https://sheepandwool.org/ https://www.vogueknittinglive.com/home Yarn Companies: https://brooklyntweed.com/ https://shop.indieuntangled.com/collections/yarn https://www.purlsoho.com/ https://quinceandco.com/ https://www.lionbrand.com/ https://harrisville.com/ https://thefarmersdaughterfibers.com/ image credits: The rights to the pictures shown in this video belong to the designers. my content post-production partner: https://crossxmedia.agency/ music by Julian Graf *This link is an affiliate link. This means I receive a commission through purchases. It does not affect you as a consumer but it is a wonderful way to support my channel. Thank you!