There are many types of sewing stitches used in knitting. Most sewing stitches are used to sew seams together when finishing pieces, or as a decorative element. The backstitch is one of the strongest and sturdiest sewn stitches, and for that reason, it is not always the best option for seaming knits due to it’s…
This month I’m talking to Carmen Nuland of A Simple Homestead, a crochet and knitwear designer, homesteader, crafter, maker, and all around DIY enthusiast. These monthly features of other creative businesses are a way for all of us to get to know these wonderful makers; it has been a long-time interest of mine to explore…
This is for Opening A Discussion that I plan to begin at h+h Americas (I am leaving Tuesday evening!), but I want to include you in the conversation too. I wrote a long explanation of Sizing, Pattern Writing, and new approaches, and frankly you can read it all here. This is just to alert you…
What is fit, and why do we care how things fit? I am constantly explaining this to people who are not as familiar with garment construction and pattern making as I am. Yet people say things like “it doesn’t fit”, “I don’t like the fit”, “why doesn’t it fit me?” “Who is this supposed…
Teacher, Designer, with expertise to lead you where you want to go as a knitter/designer.
