To Seam or Not to Seam? The Truth About Structure in Knitwear Design
Seams can be a divisive topic in the hand knitting world. Many knitters avoid them because, if they’d wanted to
Fitting and altering patterns
Resources, case studies and tutorials on fitting and altering sewing and knitting patterns. Featuring personal sewing projects, knitting patterns that I’ve designed, and books and courses that have helped me along the way.
The Power of Mapping Measurements: Why Knitters and Designers Need a Garment Grid
Mapping measurements is how to avoid being caught out by size charts and successfully fit a knitting pattern. Whether you’re
Protein vs. Cellulose: Why I Test My Knitwear Designs in Every Fibre Family
Today’s blog post was originally a Pattern Spotlights newsletter, inspired by a reader question about whether wool would work for
Why the Nape to Waist Measurement is the Secret to a Perfect Fit (and How to Take It!)
Have you ever finished a beautiful cropped sweater, only to find the waist sits awkwardly high or feels a bit
Fitting and altering patterns, Inside the Stitches
The Secret to a Perfect Raglan Fit: Why Your Sweater Needs Short Rows AND Compound Shaping (Plus How to Fix It)
As knitters, we adore the ease and classic appeal of a raglan sweater. Yet, if you’ve ever found yourself struggling
Pattern Alterations: How to Interpret the Language of Fabric for Guaranteed Success
Most sewists make alterations, but observing fabric on the body is the key. Here’s how to interpret fabric behaviour & identify alterations.
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