My City, My Stitches: 15 Relaxed Knits by Jenny Ansah

Journey into the diverse, multicultural neighbourhoods of East Helsinki in My City, My Stitches. In this collection of 15 relaxed, urban knits, Jenny Ansah draws inspiration from the character of each area, weaving both place and personal connection into every design. The patterns range from small accessories to sweaters, vests and cardigans — offering everything from quick, satisfying projects to texture-rich garments designed for everyday wear. Whether you’re knitting at home or on the go, this collection invites you to cast on and start your own knitted journey, one stitch at a time.    

Jenny Ansah is an Afro-Finnish knitwear designer who lives in East Helsinki. Her pared-down design style is nature-inspired with a twist. Jenny loves comfortable and relaxed garments featuring different textures paired with classic stockinette stitch. 

+ Hardcover.
+ 15 patterns: 4 sweaters, 3 vests, 2 cardigans, 2 hats, 2 scarves, 1 pair of socks and 1 scrunchie.
+ 172 pages. Print only.

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We were fortunate to work with Jenny during development of this book to include our yarn Bread & Butter Everyday! Jenny has featured Everyday in the colorway Porcini to knit the Rastila pullover. 

SIZING
Recommended ease: 4-8"
Finished Bust Circumference: 90 (100, 110, 120, 130) (140, 150, 160, 170) cm / 36 (40, 44, 48, 52) (56, 60, 64, 68)“

YARN
Shown in the colorway Porcini.
5 (5, 5, 6, 6) (7, 8, 8, 9) skeins of Everyday by Bread & Butter

GAUGE
16 st x 22 rows = 4" on US 6 needles

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