Whimsical Knitting & Crochet Patterns
Welcome Yarn Lovers to Jane Burns Designs Blog
Get inspired, enjoy hints, tips and tutorials that boost your confidence and creativity. Be proud to say, ‘I made this’!
I’m Jane, an award-winning designer of knitting and crochet patterns. I pride myself on creating whimsical, professional patterns that actually work. Whether you’re looking for cute baby garments or licensed character designs, I’ve got you. I pride myself on carefully checked and tech edited patterns making your craft time as stress free as possible.
You can also find my patterns on Ravelry, Etsy and Love Crafts
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Jane Burns is an award-winning UK-based knit and crochet designer known for her whimsical creations. With over 15 years of experience designing for top UK knitting magazines, including The Knitter, Simply Knitting, and Knit Now. Jane has built a reputation for patterns that are both fun to make and delightful to wear. Her designs range from playful children’s garments to cozy accessories, often featuring quirky motifs and vibrant palettes. Jane’s work has been featured on television and in collaborations with yarn brands. She believes crafting should be relaxing, and her patterns reflect that philosophy with clear instructions and approachable techniques.
“I love the quirky, cute design of this pattern. The instructions are easy to understand. I like the enlarged chart for the sleeves which helps to speed up my knitting.” — Keren, Etsy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Enjoyed making this and even my go at intarsia worked. Many thanks for clear instructions and chart.” — Sue, Etsy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Great pattern easy to follow and super cute cardigan suitable for intermediate knitters.” — Gillian, Etsy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Brilliant thank you. Easy to follow pattern.” — Alison, Etsy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐