textured stitches
New York based crochet designer, Nicole Colella Bagner of Fiercehooks, brings a fresh perspective. She combines the shaping and design she learned from knitting and applies them to her work in crochet. Her patterns often feature video tutorials to teach new techniques.
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Jo-Anne is an Australian designer with a full line of knit accessories including socks, mitts, scarves, and shawls. Much of Jo-Anne’s work is designed in the round so when you cast off your project is complete! Whether you love textured stitches, cables, or lace you are sure to find a project that delights the fingers.
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If you are looking for knitting adventure, unique construction, any gauge patterns, or modular designs (Yes!) Lee Meredith is a designer for you. A graphic artist living in Portland, OR, Lee has been designing accessories since 2007. Her work uses bold color and inspired stitch patterns to create beautiful and unexpected textures. Lee’s work is truly original. Note, proceeds of sales are donated to mutual aid societies and/or social justice movements.
⚠Caution: Only a portion of Lee Merediths’ catalog is available on Payhip. The complete collection can be viewed on her website, BUT the shopping cart is integrated with Ravelry. If you are avoiding Ravelry do not click on “Add to Shopping Cart” on the website shopping page. If a pattern is unavailable on Payhip, reach out to Lee Meredith on Twitter or Instagram. She will make the pattern available on Payhip as soon as she can.
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Louise Tillbrook is a UK Designer, teacher, and avid sock knitter. (Is there any other kind of sock knitter? No. Seriously there is no other kind of sock knitter) Louise believes life is stressful, knitting should not be. Her designs are fuss-free and mix of approachable colorwork and classic cables.
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Nina Machlin Dayton’s patterns and classes can be found at Webs, aka yarn.com, aka my favorite online yarn store. Nina’s designs feel both timeless and modern with classic shapes mixed with pops of color and geometric details.
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Carolyn Lisle of Periwinkle Dragon Designs is a dedicated science and knitter inspired by the diversity of life on Earth. Carolyn’s catalog of accessories features a wide range of delightful socks that combine movement and color in unique and exciting ways.
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Queer Knitter from Glasgow, Scotland Pip became obsessed with knitting in 2019. Their patterns feature a bold mix of colors and humor. When not knitting, Pip is attending yarn festivals and hosting a knitting podcast, Tipsy Knits.
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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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Kelly Menzies is the UK designer behind RowRow and Kades. Her work has appeared in some of the top UK Magazines. Her collection offers a full range of knit accessoreis for every age and skill level. Kelly’s passion is for lace and her designs offer classic knitwear lines with beautiful lace and textured details.
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