Description
Drake’s Pool has been named after a tranquil and absolutely stunning area between Crosshaven and Carrigaline in Co Cork. The story of Drake’s Pool is on the pattern and another of the areas I love to visit.
My Irish roots have inspired my love of the Aran style of knitting and I have introduced a modern twist to my creations. Experience is required to knit this pattern.
Size Guide: The pattern for a Hat and Jacket has instructions to fit 16″, 18″, 20″ and 22″ chest and the end product is larger as it is a jacket. By extending the length of the arms and body on the largest size, it would easily fit a 3/4 year old. Always measure the child prior to starting your project.
Wool & yarn recommendation…
I often get asked which wool I use and who my yarn supplier is! For this knit I have used Stylecraft Special Aran which I selected for its softness, it is very gentle on a baby’s skin. There are over 88 different shades available through LoveCrafts, who are my preferred yarn and wool supplier. (Spend over £25 to get free P&P and sign up their newsletter for 15% off your first order!)… I would also recommend Paintbox Aran for this pattern.
Julia Turner (verified owner) –
I really enjoyed knitting this one. It was much easier than I imagined. Well done again for Donna’s skills in designing.
Patterns are so easy to follow.
Julia Turner (verified owner) –
Just had to post this. Really easy knit, ideal for beginners in Aran. This one for my great granddaughter
Maire Hayes (verified owner) –
Loved knitting this pattern. Made it in 2 sizes for my friend’s 3yr old and 6mts old grandkids in the US. So easy to follow.
Diane Russell (verified owner) –
Just finished this beautiful little Aran set so easy and quick to knit up, will definitely do this one again
admin –
Thanks again Diane – Donna xx
Michelle Cooper (verified owner) –
My first attempt at cable knitting and I found this pattern easy to follow and a joy to knit. Really pleased with the finished product. A great pattern to get you started with cable knitting. I also love the finishing touch of Donna’s Snug as a Bug wooden buttons.
KAREN COLBECK (verified owner) –
A beautiful fast knit and only really 2 out of 6 rows of pattern. Effective in any colour.
Lee Morris (verified owner) –
Such a beautifully designed pattern with easy to follow instructions that results in a stunningly finished garment.
jane Tallis (verified owner) –
Drake’s pool is a lovely pattern, with instructions easy to read I brought the pattern a while ago but my sister choose this pattern for me to knit for my grat niece would highly recommend it