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Ellen Thomas, from The Chilly Dog, is an independent knitting designer and teacher with a background in mechanical engineering and over 3 decades of experience in fiber arts. Her patterns, tutorials and KALs (knit alongs) are designed especially for knitters who want to take their fundamental knitting skills to the next level.
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