This month I’m talking to Holly Chayes, a knitwear designer. Holly is also the author of Shawl Geometry series, a 3-volume series of books that will tell you everything you want to know about making the shawl shapes you want to make! First published in 2013, Holly has revised and expanded the series to make it…
Featured Businesses
Sue McCain, knitwear designer
This month I’m talking to Sue McCain, the designer behind Vermont Fiber Designs, Sue’s original knitwear line and Basix, which focuses exclusively on patterns that are top-down set-in-sleeve sweaters are worked in Stockinette stitch. These monthly features of other creative businesses are a way for all of us to get to know these wonderful makers;…
Lindsay Lewchuk, the creative force behind Knit Eco Chic
This month I’m talking to Lindsay Lewchuk, the designer of Knit Eco Chic, which creates knitting patterns that use of animal-fiber-free eco yarns, fit curves, and incorporate unique and intricate patterns in the designs. These monthly features of other creative businesses are a way for all of us to get to know these wonderful makers;…
Laura Patterson of Fiber Dreams
This month I’m talking to Laura Patterson, the designer behind Fiber Dreams. Fiber Dreams also sells blocking wires! 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 how other creative people make their…
Tabitha of Tabitha’s Heart
This month I’m talking to Tabitha of Tabitha’s Heart. Tabitha is an adventurous knitwear designer as well as a technical editor. 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 how other creative…
Linda Tieu of Tortagialla
This month I’m talking to Linda Tieu the designer behind Tortagialla a blog & etsy shop. Linda creates downloadable stationery that you can print so when you need a card, you can print something amazing without leaving your house! These monthly features of other creative businesses are a way for all of us to get…
Carmen Nuland of A Simple Homestead
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…
Nicole aka “Colleke” from Colleke Creations
This month I’m talking to Nicole aka “Colleke,” the designer, brains, and creator behind Colleke Creations, where Nicole helps busy moms organize their lives with the perfect bag. 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…
Carson Demers is Knitting Comfortably
This month I’m talking to Carson Demers, brand new author of Knitting Comfortably. You may know Carson from classes at your local yarn shop, a knitting show, or from his articles for PLY magazine. That makes Carson an author, a physical therapist, a spinner, a knitter, and a teacher. Let’s get down to it because that…
Tanja Osswald, Crochet Designer
This month I’m once again talking Tanja Osswald, a prolific crochet designer. Noted for her use of slip stitches and horizontal cables Tanja creates beautiful pieces. 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…
Janine Bajus aka The Feral Knitter
This month I’m introducing you to Janine Bajus, aka The Feral Knitter, she’s an author, designer, teacher, online shop owner, and all around a Fair Isle colorwork enthusiast. These monthly features of other creative businesses are a way for all of us to get to know these wonderful businesses; it has been a long-time interest…
Karen Whooley, a Crochet Instructor, Author, and Designer
This month I’m introducing you to Karen Whooley, a crochet instructor, author, and designer. These monthly features of other creative businesses are a way for all of us to get to know these wonderful businesses; it has been a long-time interest of mine to explore how other creative people make their way as professionals. Introducing…