Sylvie Damey

Back in 2005 when I started publishing my own patterns, a strict limitation of rights on knitting and crochet pattern seemed to be the mainstream standard. It also seemed natural to me. You know, being over-protective of your new baby. Plus the fact that as a designer I would never have felt comfortable selling things […]

Remember that cute little baby bolero, published in the book “101 crochet one-skein wonders” last year ? Well I finally took the time to edit the pattern and add more sizes to it. This pattern is now available in digital format (PDF) and immediate download, with instructions for 4 BABY SIZES using worsted weight yarn […]

Summer was good. We tried to relax and enjoy the warm weather, spent quality time with family and friends. The girls made new friends, spent time with old but faraway friends, spent hours in the sea or the swimming pool. They are such sweet girls. I started a new project for my niece. Using a […]

I designed this miniature version of my popular Roselette when novice crocheters (I had only taught them the basic stitches) asked me to teach them how to crochet a sweater. This smaller version uses exactly the same stitches and techniques as the Roselette and Violaine tops, only with less stitches and rows… which makes it […]

So I’m a bit behind, but here’s a quick recap of the wool festival “Lot et Laine” I went to in July. The festival took place in Lot, a beautiful area of France, remote and quite a long trip from Vercors.. but it was oh so worth it ! Ladies from Cahors installed this beautiful […]

Thanks to my wonderful testers, the Dancing poppies cardigan is now available (in english OR french!) This cardigan is worked top down in one piece, with hardly any finishing at all. Instructions are detailed with many step by step pictures. You can either make it without sleeves, or with 3/4 sleeves. I used a little […]

Le màªme (ou presque) en franà§ais, c’est ici. One simple comment started it all : “was I going to make an adult version of the Dancing poppies bolero?” This was a great idea. I had the perfect yarn (Kureyon sitting in stash for years, waiting for the perfect project) and time, as I was leaving […]

Nearly 2 years ago now, I read about the new book “101 crochet one skein wonders” submissions, and decided to have a go at it. I sent 3 items, but this little number was the one I liked best.. and it was actually the only one I had the time to design especially for this […]

I’m kinda late on this blog. For once I’ve been updating the french blog more.. Anybody still around ? :-P I hope the holidays went well, and you’re ready for a year that should be rich in experiences. I hope it will be crafty one too, surrounded by your loved ones. I didn’t make very […]

The Myrtille asymmetric tunic is crocheted top down in one piece with Cascade wool 220 (or any similar worsted weight yarn). A large granny triangle is then inserted in a side slit, thus creating all the necessary side shaping. Stitches of different heights are used to accentuate the asymmetry below the waist. Finally, mini sleeves […]