Why designers need to be more explicit about the body shapes they design for – not just the sizing range You can read Part 1 of this series here. Our systems and models are changing. As we continue in the direction of more community-oriented businesses, where designers have a closer and more personal connection with…
Author: Natalie in Stitches
I design easy to follow and relaxing knitting patterns for lace sweaters, cable sweaters, shawls, cowls, and the occasional scarf - ideal for summer knitting projects, winter knitting projects and building an inspiring wardrobe. I am also a qualified teacher and share my favourite sewing tips, tricks and techniques on my blog, where you can also find advice on designing knitwear and sewing pattern reviews.
Clothing Patterns or Clothing Recipes?
Should we be referring to sewing and knitting patterns as recipes instead? Does the word ‘recipe’ do a better job of capturing their essence?
Review | Offset Warehouse tencel satin X Deer and Doe Myosotis
My review of Offset Warehouse’s tencel satin, which became a twirly gown thanks to the Deer and Doe Myosotis pattern.
Review | Offset Warehouse ramie X Deer and Doe Chardon
My first experience of sewing with ramie, a sustainable fibre, and a highly recommended skirt pattern for most sewing skill levels
Book Review | Knitstrips: The World’s First Comic-Strip Knitting Book
Full disclosure: I contributed one design to Knitstrips, the Instant Heirloom shawl, but apart from making the pattern IK-ready I had no involvement with the conception or production of this book whatsoever – I didn’t even see the proofs! This review was written following my very first reading of Knitstrips, absorbing the book in its…
Knitting, wellbeing, and togetherness
The 9th-15th of May 2022 is Mental Health Awareness Week in the UK. For more information, please visit https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/campaigns/mental-health-awareness-week. I’ve wanted to write something about crafts and wellbeing for some time now. Knitting – and other forms of needlework such as crochet and embroidery – have always had a social element in my life, albeit…