As we move closer to the winter solstice, the nights and even days are incredibly dark here in Helsinki. We just went a week without actual sunlight, the weather has been overcast and very, very grey. I am currently working on a lot of new projects that unfortunately, I cannot share at the moment. From the view through social media, it must look like I am not up to much at the moment. However, there are plenty of new items on my needles that will be unearthed in the Spring. Right now, I do have one project to share with you. It is older but I have not shared the design process of this one yet. Let’s take a closer look at Afield, orignally published last winter in Pom Pom Quarterly’s Issue 31. I also wanted to share something I am changing about my self-published patterns but more on that towards the end.
Read moreKnitting with attitude on Stoke Newington High Street
This past November, you probably saw the launch of Knit With Attitude’s 10th anniversary book of knitted and crocheted designs. If you have not, I will give you a little background information first. Knit With Attitude is a yarn shop based in Stoke Newington, London, that specialize in ethical and eco-friendly yarn. Owner, Maya Bing, started the business over ten years ago and wanted to mark the occasion with a special collection.
Read moreBrooklyn Tweed's Wool People 14: Scofidio
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.
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