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Novita’s new Sointu yarn, a blend of viscose, cotton, and wool, is perfect for lightweight knits with a beautiful drape. This DK-weight yarn is compatible with the same knitting patterns as Novita Woolly Wood and Cotton Feel. The subtle sheen of Sointu gives the Dyyni sweater, knitted in half-brioche stitch, an elegant look. A standout detail of the sweater is its gracefully draped turtleneck.

This long cardigan is the most stunning knit of the summer! Designed by Greta Majewska, the Eixample cardigan makes full use of the Hehku yarn and its charming array of colours, adding some spark to the stockinette stitch fabric. The cardigan will warm you on a cool summer evening and add some joy to your outfit when the summer turns to autumn. It is sure to be an eyecatcher wherever you go!

The stunning Heather colorwork knit dress is a true masterpiece for any knitter, carrying the joyful message of craftsmanship as a legacy for future generations too. The dress, designed by Sisko Sälpäkivi, features beautifully arranged colorwork patterns using Novita's Viola and WonderWool 4PLY yarns. The dress is knitted from top down, so you can easily use the same pattern for a sweater by just making the hem the length you want.​

The most charming dress of the summer is worked in a combination of knitting and crochet. The decorative squares around the waist are crocheted first, after which the top is crocheted. The stitches for the lower body are picked up from the squares and the body is knitted down from there. The hem features a simple lace pattern. Worked using the Novita Sointu yarn, the Hilda dress is soft as cotton and drapes beautifully. Crochet a Mainio hat to go with the dress and you’ve got the cutest summer look!

The Hillshadow yoke sweater is knitted seamlessly from the hem up. The intricate colourwork pattern is balanced by the simple single-colour sleeves which feature increases at the cuffs.

The Hilppa sweater is knitted seamlessly from the top down using the summery Novita Sointu yarn and finished with embroidered flowers, ideal for getting rid of your scrap yarns. You can choose to add more flowers around the whole neck opening, for example, but even one embroidered flower will really brighten up the texture beautifully.

One of Novita’s anticipated spring yarn releases is a thinner version of the beloved Wonder Wool yarn. Wonder Wool 4PLY is a delightful match for Tuuli yarn in knitting. The Kaarna knit dress is made by knitting these two yarns together. Using two subtly different shades creates a wonderfully textured and lively knit surface.

The Lempi knit sweater, designed by Lea Petäjä, features beautifully refined details, including an elegantly understated lace pattern and delicate picot edges on the cuffs. The soft and fluffy Hehku yarn gives the knit fabric a stylish and polished look.

Knitted with three strands of the Novita Tuuli yarn, this wonderfully light sweater is knitted seamlessly from the top down. The sweater includes beautiful details like the elegant European shoulder and the decorative cabled ribbing in the hem and cuffs. The slightly cropped design has decreases toward the hem, and the pattern also lends itself to adjustments thanks to the top-down construction.

SandnesGarn magazines are only available in combination with the yarn qualities and should not be sold individually to end customers.

Knitting kit for the Puhuri scarf by Novita. The printed instructions are included in the package.

This fluffy, thick scarf is light and airy and cosy and soft. Perfect as a beginner's project, the Puhuri is super easy to knit.

With Ateljee by Novita, it is knitted in garter stitch in rows. The iconic stripes are fun to knit.

The individual instructions are printed in A4 format and in German, with all techniques used explained in detail.

The Puhuri scarf is a quick project that will make you happy.

The Stonewall mittens have a design which combines something old and something new. The colourwork fabric is both durable and warm, thanks to the unused yarn strands on the wrong side.

Knitted in Novita Sointu, the Tamarita top is given some extra length by the beautiful fringe. The top features a combination of lace and a textured pattern consisting of knitted and slipped stitches. The top is knitted seamlessly from the hem to the armholes, after which the front and back are knitted separately. The armholes and neckline are finished with an elegant crab stitch border. Choose the Valo sequin yarn for a more festive version.

The Ulappa cardigan, designed by Lea Petäjä, is a timeless classic knit, worked seamlessly from top to bottom using Novita Halaus yarn. This cozy everyday staple is the perfect piece to wrap yourself in throughout the early spring. Thoughtfully designed details, such as slightly puffed sleeves and a tubular edge along the front, make this cardigan a wardrobe favorite regardless of the season. Knitted in smooth stockinette stitch with large needles, it’s also an ideal project for practicing mindful knitting.

The Valpuri cardigan is a real classic, a knitthat’s perfect for stylish girls and boys alike. The pattern features two different versions, knitted with different yarns. The white version, knitted from the soft Novita Wonder Wool DK yarn, will feel so comfortable that it’s bound to become one of the child’s favourite garments. The slightly more girlish pink version is knitted with two yarns held together: Novita Wonder Wool 4PLY and Novita Tuuli. The cardigan is finished with a scalloped crochet border.

Knitted from the thin Novita Viola yarn, these socks are finished with beautiful embroidery at the heel. Aside from their ornamental factor, the embroidered details will make the socks more durable. A pair of small socks is a fun project, ideal for experimenting with different patterns. Why not try embroidering each sock differently!

Softest Alpaca is a luxurious blend of alpaca, merino, selectively sourced with care from the Andean Highlands.This yarn is as light as a feather with a fluffy brushed texture, making it versatile for both simple and complex stitches.