I wanted to share my latest pattern which was released last week. Amongst the current restrictions due to Covid-19, many yarn businesses have had to implement major changes in their logistics in order to continue working safely from home. This latest release has given me a lot to look forward to and also has me feeling very thankful that this was still able to happen. I hope this new Wool People Collection has brought a little light and creative joy into the daily routines of knitters and the group of designers involved.
Read moreWelcoming Woodbine - Single Pattern Release
I'd like to welcome Woodbine to the fold! You may remember this pattern from September last year when it made its debut in Issue 9 of Laine Magazine. In fact, Woodbine was featured on the cover of this issue, a surprise that caught me off guard. It was a lovely honour to be featured on the cover. Thanks, Laine!
Read moreThe Arrival of Alvar - Laine's 52 Weeks of Socks
So for my first blog post, now that I am officially back in business, I thought I would share my first pattern released as a Helsinki based entrepreneur. I think it was October of 2018 when Laine first approached me about collaborating on a sock publication. I was in, instantly. My own collection of sock designs has been slowly growing and I also love seeing knitwear magazines grow and expand into book publishing.
Read moreAmirisu Issue 14 - Hello Again, It's 'Gneiss' To Be Back.
Hello! It has been over a year since my last blog post and a lot has changed during that time. However, I am feeling indecisive about where to start so I thought just jumping in with a pattern post would get me over that hump.
Normally, I like to blog about a pattern just when it has been released but to celebrate the re-release of Gneiss, I thought I would start here. Gneiss, was originally a part of amiriu’s collection for Issue 14, their autumn issue last year. As I eagerly await the return of the sweater I wanted to share the inspiration behind this pattern.
Read moreDesigns of 2017
I thought a little recap of this past year's pattern releases would be fun. During 2017, I focused on publishing more than ever and the results was overwhelimg and higher than expected. In total, I published 15 new designs, the most in one year every for me. I had three new opportunities to work with yarn companies, plus one new knitwear magazine. It's been a year of hard work but well worth it. The new relationships developed with those in the industry have been a highlight. Continuing to connect with knitters through social media or at yarn festivals was also a big pleasure this year.
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