Donna Estin Designs

06/12/2026

Today was the last day to save 30% on Heron Pond Tee, but I received emails from a few of you that you didn't receive the email that was sent last week. I know it's frustrating when you're expecting something (especially a discount code) and it doesn't arrive I've extended the discount for one more week, until June 19th. If you're not on the mailing list yet, you can join at https://www.donnaestin.com/join

06/10/2026

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06/08/2026

Stripes are so summery aren't they, especially skinny stripes in fun colors. This version of Beachside Tee is knit in Knit Picks Shine (60/40 blend of Pima Cotton and Modal) in the background color of Cream, with stripes in Grapefruit, Iris, and Crocus. It would look completely different in a dark background with light stripes. Do you love playing around with color combos? Have you ever knit something then decided to knit it again in different colors?

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/beachside-2
https://www.donnaestin.com/product-page/beachside-tee-pattern

Photos by

06/06/2026

The pattern for Heron Pond Tee is now available on my website and Ravelry. This linen tee is knit seamlessly from the bottom up with lace, a-line shaping for a little swingy hem and raglan sleeves. See all the sizing and pattern details at https://www.donnaestin.com/product-page/heron-pond-tee-pattern

06/03/2026

Sharing a few of the lovely finished Low Country Tees from talented test knitters Elaine, Allison, and Tanya! It was a joy to have you all in the test knit on you can see more on Ravelry

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/low-country-tee

06/03/2026

Is it just me or does it seem like everyone is knitting with lavender colored yarn right now?

06/02/2026

Coming soon! Heron Pond Tee, in LoftyFiber Euroflax 14/4 sport weight is releasing this Friday. If you've subscribed to my mailing list, you'll receive a 30% discount on the pattern in your email Friday morning.

This comfortable linen tee has a stretchy lace hem and A-line hip shaping for more movement. Body and sleeves are worked seamlessly in the round from the bottom up, then joined with raglan shaping to the neck.

If you'd like to join to receive the discount code, you can sign up by June 4th at https://www.donnaestin.com/join

05/31/2026

Knit from sleeve to sleeve! Once you reach the center, the right half is a reverse of the left half. Front and back are worked at the same time - it’s kind of cool honestly.

Airinton Tee shown in Westfield.
Photos by Interweave

05/30/2026

Lewes is one of my most-worn pullovers. It just looks good and adds some elegance without adding warmth. I love layering this over a long sleeve tee when it's a little chilly, but that includes over air-conditioned rooms all summer long. The different lace panels keep it airy and cool.

Shown in Woolfolk STRÅ yarn, a 50/50 blend of Ovis 21 Ultimate Merino and Linen which gives it a crunchy, light as air, cool feel. You can download the pattern PDF from a few sites including:

https://www.donnaestin.com/product-page/lewes-pattern
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lewes-3

Photos by Shelby Louise Photography

If you're a member of TKGA, you can find the pattern in Cast On too at tkga.org

05/29/2026

Just sharing some thoughts...

The relationships that bind the knitting community are many. While we share a common craft, in some ways we are so different. A farmer may not care about what's coming down the runway this fall. A designer may never want to get her shoes muddy. Yet between the ends of the hand-knitting spectrum, one...