Laura Ricketts is a U.S. designer, teacher, author, and former TV show host for In the Loop with Laura. Her history and education background fuels…
Laura Ricketts
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Technique: Knitted Colorwork
Colorwork knitting, including Intarsia, Stranded Knitting, Mosaic and Double Knitting
Japanese designer Yuki Ueda creates beautiful shawls, including the very popular Banana Leaf Shawl. Yuki’s patterns feature beautiful lacework and are available in English and…
Renee Van Hoy
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Renee Van Hoy designs loom knits, and the patterns are amazing. Renee also has launched a list of designers who publish accessible patterns, with the…
Casual Fashion Queen
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Sheena is the dyer and designer behind Casual Fashion Queen. “I get my inspiration from everything around me. Literally, everything!” Sheena says. “I like the…
Mairin Ni Dhonncha of Ais a designer living in the Aran Islands. Mairin combines traditional Aran knitting (e.g., cables, lattice work) with more modern techniques,…
Vanessa Ewing
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Vanessa Ewing at New Jersey-based Cape May Fiber Co is inspired by the sea and shore. “Taking my fine arts degree and my knowledge of…
Red and the Wolf Designs
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German designer Selana of Red and the Wolf Designs describes its aesthetic as “modern clothing and accessories with fairytale sensibilities. I have been knitting regularly…
Knit/Wit Designs
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U.S. designer Sarah Jordan is the artist behind Knit/Wit Designs. The colorwork is gorgeous and fun, evidence the Aladdin-style Three Wishes mittens. Pittsburghers will love…
Melanie Berg
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German designer Melanie Berg is loved world-wide for her sometimes unexpected, always fabulous modern designs. She’s known for her interesting juxtapositions of color and texture,…
Rush Hour Knitting
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Abbie Tilden, the designer behind Rush Hour Knitting, is “sometimes designing, always knitting. (And crocheting, and needle felting, and sewing.)”