garments
Ever tried Tunisian Crochet? Well, Lori of Aklori Designs will inspire you to learn this often overlooked technique. She is unleashing the full potential of Tunisian Crochet. I’m personally ready to bust out my interchangeable crochet hooks to work on one of her designs
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When not teaching new Doctors, Sarah is designing a full line of knit and crochet patterns for the modern yarnie to enjoy. Her eclectic catalog of garments and accessories features beautiful textures and interesting elements sure to delight. And for those who enjoy a touch of whimsy be sure to look at Sarah’s amigurumi.
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Knitter, designer, pole dancer Rachel Legget knows how to make things move. Although Rachel has a full line of knitwear accessories she specializes in socks. Her socks feature both beautiful, intricate Cables and unique colorwork. These are true works of art.
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Kerry Bullock-Ozkan of North Carolina, is a knitter, spinner, and novice weaver. She began designing her own knits in 2013 when she couldn’t find the patterns she was looking for. (How many can relate to that?) Kerry’s full line of knitwear is inspired by the natural fibers she loves to work with. Her catalogue of classic cowls, hats and cardigans feature both color work and textured patterns. Looking at them you can imagine sitting outside on a crisp autumn afternoon with your favorite hot beverage and enjoying the changing leaves.
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Maddie’s passion is helping knitters develop their creativity and confidence through her knitting kits, patterns, and online events. She is currently fascinated by traveling stitches and the ‘double-pass’/’knit and slide’ technique in her designs, producing patterns that are both intuitive and interesting to knit. Her collection of patterns include a stunning array of shawls that combine modern color combination with classic stitch patterning.
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Cardigan and cable lovers, there is a designer just for you. Linda Cooper of Brisbaine, Australia specializes in designing these ever useful garments. She draws upon the Aran sweater traditions to combine cables in unique ways. Her work shows that cardigans and cables are a perfect match made in wool.
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Lisa Ferrell of My Flying Fingers has been a life long crafter: sewing, knitting, quilting. But, crochet is her passion. Lisa has several books of crochet patterns available on Amazon and individual patterns available on Etsy. Lisa favorite designs are for baby and children clothing. But, she brings a whimsical touch to all her patterns.
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Paola Albergamo is a knitwear designer from Rome, Italy. Her work features a stunning, playful combination of color and movement. No matter the technique you want to try, you will find a clever take on it in Paola’s full line of designs.
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Yvonne Becker of Red and the Wolf Design began knitting and designing after becoming a mother. Her work combines fairytale sensibilities with modern knitwear. Many of her patterns combine color and texture to take stitches in unexpected directions.
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Stephanie’s patterns have appeared in several magazines and the Cascade book series “Quick Knits”. She specializes in garments focusing on unique construction, new stitch patterns, or finding new ways to use old patterns. You are sure to find a top that suits your style in her collection.
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