SOSU – knitwear design by Susanne Sommer

MODERN.
FUN.
KNITS.

With a fresh approach to color and innovative use of shape, Susanne Sommer's knitwear designs are straightforward, graphic and modern, and always wearable & comfortable.

SOSUknits patterns are easy to follow and fun to knit for beginners and experienced knitters alike.

Susanne specializes in two-color brioche and uses the technique to create reversible geometric designs.

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PATTERNS

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TUTORIALS

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CLASSES

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PATTERN STORES

NEWS

Side by Side

The Side by Side sweater is now available as an individual pattern download on Ravelry & Payhip!

Find out more about this sideways sweater with mix & match sizing here:

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Conflux

My latest design has been published in Issue 24 – Spring Summer 2022 – of Amirisu Magazine!

Find out more about the shawl vest on Ravelry!

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Everyday Attitude Tee

The perfect summer tee is finally available as an individual pattern download!

Knit in fingering weight linen, this stripy tee with chevron shoulder details will be your summer wardrobe staple!

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YarnPride 2022

Ready to knit a rainbow and support a worthy cause at the same time?

Join YarnPride 2022 by QueerMaschen & Allies!

Click for more info on the fundraiser and to get the FOLLOW THE RAINBOW pattern!

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Jun 25

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SIDE BY SIDE

is now available as an individual download on Ravelry & Payhip!

➡️ Get a 20% discount with the code SIDEWAYS until July 3, 2022 (ends midnight CEST)!
➡️ Follow the links in my bio for more info & to purchase the pattern!

Side by Side is a sideways knit sweater with a seamless modular construction and mix & match sizing.
Customize your size by combining any circumference, length, and neckline option (crew, rounded & v-neck)!

Finished bust: 96-168 cm / 38-66“ (includes 10-15 cm / 4-6” positive ease)

The sweater is knit in DK weight yarn from the center to the cuffs. Afterward, the ribbed hem and neckline are added.

The written pattern has extensive video tutorials accompanying every section and technique used in the pattern.

The pattern is available in English and German, as a full version, a mobile version (both of these have an index and clickable links for easier navigation) as well as individual print versions (in b/w without images) for each size (1-8).

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On a personal note, I know publishing a knitting pattern when the world is in shambles feels… off?… But honestly, knitting is the only thing that keeps me functioning most days (along with cat & pup cuddles and long walks), and I worked really really hard at this and I’m super proud of this design, so I’m just going to go ahead and publish it, while the world explodes around us, women’s (and other persons’ with an uterus) bodily autonomy is eroded, LGBTIQ+ lives are attacked, there is still a war in Europe and the world heats up more and more each day and no change is in sight. I truly hope this brings some joy!

sosuknits

Jun 24

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sosuknits

Jun 20

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Part 1 of the TASTING MENU shawl completed! 💕

I love the clean edges and the 3-dimensional texture of the Cartridge Belt Ribbing.

The shawl is part of @naturesluxury’s Yarn Tasting Club, and knit in the first base of the club, La Parisienne.

Time to start Part 2! 🎉

#nlyarntastingclub #yarnclub #naturesluxuryyarnclub #naturesluxury #TastingMenuShawl #sosuknits #tricot #stricken #knitting

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Jun 19

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sosuknits

Jun 17

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After months of demo and reno, this is turning into one of my favorite knitting spots. I just love the tranquil atmosphere! 💕

There is still so much to do, so many big and little things, but I’m trying to enjoy the process and progress. And especially the fact that my hands are not too tired and sore to knit for once! 😅

Do you have a special project you’re working on this weekend? I have a top on my needles, a design in progress that is a little late, and some gardening to do this weekend. 🌱

sosuknits

Jun 11

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sosuknits

Jun 5

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The joy of summer knitting! ☀️💕

What are you working in this weekend, knitting or otherwise?

The OG version of Travel Mode, the shawl I design for the @frida_fuchs_yarns Advent Calendar 2021, will be out soon and I’m working on a version 2.0.

For some reason I love knitting leftover projects in summer… I think it’s a combination of the fun of using lots of colors in one project, and the fact that I accumulated lots of leftovers over the colder months.

In this project, so far, I’ve used yarn from @frida_fuchs_yarns, @labienaimee, @rohrspatzundwollmeise, @hedgehogfibres and @ladydyeyarns (bottom to top), with lots more to come.

#SummerKnitting #sosuknits #knitting #MakeTheMostOfIt #TravelModeShawl #ModularKnitting #OutdoorKnitting #stricken

sosuknits

Jun 4

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The Spring/Summer issue of amirisu is almost here, and in it you’ll find, among the 12 beautiful designs and stunning photography, a little something designed by me.

Conflux is a shawl vest inspired by the topography of my home at the feet of the easternmost foothills of the Alps, right at the confluence of two tranquil rivers.

I feel deeply rooted in my maternal family’s heritage, in the home that was built by my grandparents and where my family still lives today. It’s a place that is so very close to my heart, and an endless source for inspiration.

Knit in Brioche and Garter stitch, this casual garment is perfect for layering over a breezy summer outfit, or an extra layer of wool in the colder seasons.

Knit in Highland Wool by @isageryarn.

Please check your nearest stockist or the @amirisushop website to get a copy. The theme of this issue is “Heritage”. The 12 designs are inspired by the customs, family traditions, and special places that have contributed to each designer’s heritage.

Photo by @masahiro_shimazaki
Hair & Makeup by @yokoyosh
Model by Mira
Yarn by @isageryarn

sosuknits

Jun 3

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The lovely chevron shoulder detail of the EVERYDAY ATTITUDE TEE.

Probably my favorite part… 🥰

The tee is knit top-down in rows to the underarms, and only the body is worked in-the-round. For garter stitch this means quite a bit less purling that you might have imagined.
There is also a neat slipped-stitch detail at the sides that keeps things interesting.

And you get a 20% discount to celebrate the pattern release with the code ATTITUDE (until midnight June 5) on Ravelry and Payhip!
Follow the clickable links in my bio for more info & to purchase your copy!

That’s your first #summerknitting project sorted! 😊

Oh, and check out the color combos @knitwithattitude have just posted! So much fun! I might need one in every combo…

#knitting #stricken #sosuknits #EverydayAttitudeTee #LinenYarn #KnittingWithLinen #SlowWardrobe #StripedTee #StrickenImSommer #MeMadeWardrobe

May 4

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Mein #wip zum #stayathomeshawl von sosuknits. Die Entscheidung für die richtige Farbwahl war nicht so leicht, bin aber mit diesen frischen Sommerfarben sehr sehr happy...🥰🥰🥰. 💙💚💙💚💙willow01 .
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#stayathomeshawlkal #tücherstricken #tücherstrickengehtimmer #knitshawl #shawladdict #shawlknitting #knittingofinstagram #handknits #handmade #igknitters #weareknitters #arnsbergstrickt #yarnlove #yarnaddict #strikke #mohair #stashabbau #sosuknits #stayathomeshawl #strickenverbindet #strickenistmeinyoga #strickenmachtglücklich #cowgirlblues #araucania #dyeforyarn_gmbh
(Werbung alles unbeauftragt)

Jun 1

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Clue 2 of this MKAL (Mystery Knit A Long) complete. Now the wait for part 3 while I rest my weary brain!

A - Shoreline #fyberspates
B - Midnight Train #tedknitsukyarn
C - Denim #fyberspatesvivacious
D - Umber #tedknitsuk

#sosumkal2021 #sosuknits #mkal #briocheknitting #briocheknittingaddict #yarnaddict #knittingismytherapy

Oct 19

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This week's featured project is a monochrome masterpiece created by knitcola from a pattern by sosuknits and our black yarn. We can't get enough of this look, and if you're looking to create your own, we stock most of our yarns undyed and the wool yarns in hand-dyed black.

Tag us in your projects for the chance to be featured in #IASUProjectTuesday
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Repost knitcola:

My last finished knitted object in Dubai!! I’ve finished my second #sosumkal2021 Knitting with black yarn is not my favourite especially as I do most of my knitting in the evening once the kids are in bed. Thanks to the talented & ever so stylish seaofstring for suggesting the genius idea to knit this in black and white. The white is actually undyed from my lovely yarn supplier botanicalyarn and the black is from its.a.stitch.up (black hand dyed yarn is a real treat to find so if you need some now you know where to go!)

#shawlKnitting #sosuKnits #knittingPatterns #handDyedYarn #monochromeKnits

May 20

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Cold and grey here today so loving the colourful layers.

Has Instagram changed? I couldn’t seem to add multiple pics to one post. 🤷🏼‍♀️

#finishedobject #blockingmakesallthedifference #stripessweater #stripes #briocheknitting #stashbusting #knitallthesweaters #dreareneeknits #shusuishrug #sosuknits #knitersofinstagram #knittingismytherapy

Jun 17

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This is #briochemysteryshawl designed by sosuknits. I enjoyed the process and the outcome is beautiful. Something completed even while being sick.

#sosumkal2021
#sosumkal2021revealed
#sosuknits
#brioche
#handknitted
#handknittedshawl
#knittersofinstagram
#knittersofravelry
#knitting
#suomalaisetneulojat
#shawlknitting
#finnishknitters
#neulonta
#knittingismysuperpower
#knittingismytherapy
#kerrankinajoissakal

Jun 7

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My second Slice of Light shawl.

#sosuknitsagainstcancer #sosuknits #knitalltheshawls #neverenoughshawls #briocheknitting #sliceoflightshawl tshawl #ravelry #knittersofinstagram
#knittersoftheworld #strikking
#instaneulojat #lanagatto
#dropsyarn

Modeled by _annieerika_

Dec 25

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Season‘s greetings from team Yarn over Berlin & Frida Fuchs ! Wishing you all a very Merry XMAS !
The advent calendar mystery is revealed - so we can show you all four versions of Earth, Wind & Fire designed by our dear friend sosuknits. The pic was taken in front of Bode Museum on Museum Island in the heart of Berlin, just around the corner from our LYS. Sending some love and best wishes to all of you from Berlin 😘
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#yarnoverberlin #berlinknits #seasonsgreetings #knittersofinstagram #knittersoftheworld #knittersofig #knittersofravelry #knittersofgermany #knittersofberlin #knittersunite #fridafuchsadvent2020 #fridafuchsyarns #sosuknits

Jun 18

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#sosumkal2021revealed
I'm so in love 💗 with my #sosumkal2021 testknit wrap. Not wearable at the moment due to the very high temperatures, but nice to look at 😁
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#briocheandmystery #briochaddict #neverenoughshawls #nevernotknitting #knitallthethings #testknitsarethebestknits #testknittersofinstagram #strickenistwiezaubernkönnen #sosuknits #qingfibre #lifeinthelonggrass #hedgehogfibres #birdstreetuk

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KNIT DESIGN BY Susanne Sommer

MODERN.
FUN.
KNITS.

PATTERNS

TUTORIALS

CLASSES

PATTERN STORES

NEWS

Side by Side

Conflux

Everyday Attitude Tee

YarnPride 2022

LATEST DESIGNS

Side by Side

Follow the Rainbow

Everyday Attitude

Base Camp

Short Story

Frequency

Stairway

Sidelines Cardigan

Sidelines Sweater

Half & Half Socks

FadeOut Cardigan

Lizzie Sweater

SOCIAL MEDIA

KNIT DESIGN BY Susanne Sommer

MODERN.FUN.KNITS.

PATTERNS

TUTORIALS

CLASSES

PATTERN STORES

NEWS

Side by Side

Conflux

Everyday Attitude Tee

YarnPride 2022

LATEST DESIGNS

Side by Side

Follow the Rainbow

Everyday Attitude

Base Camp

Short Story

Frequency

Stairway

Sidelines Cardigan

Sidelines Sweater

Half & Half Socks

FadeOut Cardigan

Lizzie Sweater

SOCIAL MEDIA

MODERN.
FUN.
KNITS.