I want to revisit something a few test knitters mentioned recently. In their responses to my recent question about red […]
How to Build a Good Relationship with your Tech Editor
This month, I’ve talked a lot about the test knitter experience and how a test knitter is different from a […]
Test Knit Red Flags: Part Two of Test Knitters Tell All
Hey designers: your test knit requirements may be throwing up all sorts of red flags. If you’re thinking about how […]
The Geniality Sweater is Here!
The Geniality Sweater is a top-down raglan sweater with lacy sleeves and a stockinette body. Here you’ll find links to […]
A Triple Test Knit Opportunity for Curious Knitters
I’ve got a test knit opportunity for you! You see, I have three socks coming out this summer in collaboration […]
How to Use Test Knitting Effectively
Test knitting is a fixture in the online knitting world. It’s is a great way for knitters to try out […]
Three Cheap Knitting Software Design Ideas
You don’t need to spend tons of money on your software to design effective, elegant knitting patterns. Here are three inexpensive alternatives to a pricey Adobe suite.
Don’t Change Gauge to Change Knit Garment Sizes
But lately, I’ve seen some patterns try to take a shortcut on sizing by just advising knitters to increase or decrease their gauge to make a larger or smaller size. I’m not talking about patterns where there is an entire carefully plotted grid of different stitch and row counts to allow people to knit the same design in several different gauges and do it well. I’m talking about sock patterns that say things like, “to make a larger size, just go up one needle size.”
I think that’s a bad idea. Here’s why.
Knitting Design Features: Sweater Details that Make the Perfect Garment
For today’s design feature, I wanted to focus on something that matters a lot to me: details that improve the fit and function of a garment.
Design Tips for the Disorganized Knitwear Designer
I read a blog post a while ago from the amazing Karie Westermann, where she described in detail her design process. I was so impressed by the love and care she poured into each design.