Studio Snapshots | Braids and Diamonds March 01, 2024 A behind the scenes peek at what's happening in our knitting and weaving studio. On my knitting needles I'm playing with a variation of the Latvian braid for my next sock design. This pattern is reminiscent of a weave structure known as point twill. As I Studio Snapshots
Help! Which size should I knit? February 23, 2024 Whether you're knitting a sweater, socks or even a hat, before you cast on your project, you'll need to decide which size you're going to knit. Just like the sizes in the pattern itself, there's no one-size-fits-all answer, but Knitter's Notebook
Why I'm a mostly monogamous knitter January 26, 2024 As I write, I have two new knit designs in progress. The pattern samples are in various states of completion with more than a little knitting to go. Tutorials need to be filmed for one design and I'm in the video editing phase for the other. The deadlines Knitter's Notebook
Is a gauge swatch included in the yarn requirements? January 12, 2024 Have you ever wondered if designers factor in a little extra yarn to account for your gauge swatch? The short answer is yes... and no. The consensus amongst my designer friends is we generally add about 10% to the yarn requirements for our patterns so you don't run Knitter's Notebook
Taking a Cue From Nature November 24, 2023 Cooler weather means most of the leaves have fallen from the trees here in north Alabama and it's a great time to take a cue from nature. Just like the trees have shed their leaves, fall is a great time to shed those unfinished projects so you can Knitter's Notebook
There's an Heir Loom in the Studio November 03, 2023 I'll admit, I haven't been knitting much lately because I've been spending a lot of time with the literal heir loom that now resides in my studio. I vividly remember two things about my grandparents' house. No matter the time of day or Weaver's Notebook
