There’s something timeless about Anne Ventzel’s designs. Clean lines, thoughtful construction, and wearable silhouettes make her patterns favorites for knitters who appreciate both process and style. Today we're featuring two beautiful designs that perfectly embody her aesthetic: Ease Tee and Summer Soft.
Ease Tee
Ease Tee is a versatile wardrobe staple worked in stockinette stitch with a simple silhouette and a subtly forward-shifted shoulder line for a modern fit.
The tee is worked seamlessly from the top down. After the ribbed neckline is worked in the round, short rows shape the neckline before the yoke continues in the round until the full shoulder width is achieved. The work is then divided into front and back sections, worked flat, before stitches are picked up around the armholes. From there, the garment is joined again and worked in the round to the underarm, where the body and sleeves are separated.
The body is finished with a softly curved hem and ribbed edge, while the sleeves are worked in the round and completed with ribbing. Because the tee is worked from the top down, you can easily customize both body and sleeve length as you knit.
Our Yarn Recommendation
For a luxurious fabric with beautiful depth and drape, we recommend holding Dirty Water Dyeworks Lillian together with Dirty Water Dyeworks Shimmer.
Lillian is soft and springy with a firm twist that creates excellent stitch definition while showcasing rich, hand-dyed color variation. Paired with Shimmer, a delicate blend of mohair and silk, the resulting fabric gains a soft halo and elegant lightness that elevates this simple silhouette.
Looking for a plant-based alternative? Berroco Remix Light is another fantastic choice. Spun in France from 100% recycled fibers, Remix Light creates a t-shirt-soft fabric with a subtle tweedy texture. Its lightweight construction and beautiful natural palette make it ideal for warm-weather garments you'll wear year-round.
Summer Soft
Summer Soft takes Anne Ventzel's signature construction and adapts it into a lightweight sweater perfect for cool summer evenings, transitional weather, and layering throughout the year.
Like Ease Tee, Summer Soft features stockinette stitch, a clean silhouette, and a slightly forward-tilted shoulder line. The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down, beginning with a ribbed neckline and short-row shaping before the yoke is worked in the round.
Once the shoulder width is established, the work is divided into front and back sections worked flat. Stitches are then picked up around the armholes before the body is rejoined and worked in the round. At the underarm, the work separates into body and sleeves. The body is finished with a gently curved hem and ribbed edging, while the sleeves are completed with ribbed cuffs.
Working from the top down makes it easy to customize both body and sleeve length, ensuring a fit that's uniquely yours.
Our Yarn Recommendation
Summer Soft truly shines in the same pairing of Dirty Water Dyeworks Lillian + Shimmer. The combination creates a lightweight sweater with incredible softness, subtle texture, and a delicate halo that perfectly complements the pattern's clean lines.
For knitters seeking an eco-friendly option, Berroco Remix Light is equally stunning. Its blend of recycled fibers creates a breathable, lightweight fabric that is comfortable across seasons while highlighting the elegant simplicity of the design.
Whether you're looking for the perfect everyday tee or a lightweight sweater you'll reach for all year long, Ease Tee and Summer Soft showcase Anne Ventzel's thoughtful approach to modern knitwear. Pair either pattern with the hand-dyed beauty of Dirty Water Dyeworks Lillian and Shimmer or the sustainable softness of Berroco Remix Light, and you'll have a project that's as enjoyable to knit as it is to wear.
