We're living in a time when authentic creativity is more valuable than ever. The certainty that when you looked at an image and knew it was real, is now being questioned. I made the decision years ago to NOT use AI in knitwear design. I don't use it in photos, patterns, on social media, or anywhere in the process of design. Hiring a local photographer, local models, and using different locations in town for our photo shoots is real and feels right. For everything else, like those cute...

Sweaters are making their appearances on the runways and definite trends are emerging. There is a difference in Trendy and Trends and you don't need to be trendy to follow emerging trends in sweaters. "Trendy" is popular right now. It might or might not be around tomorrow. But "Trends" can last for years and years. A few trends show more staying power than others. When several top designers are showing the same design elements across a wide range of shows from pre-fall to streetwear, you...

When you want a visible seam as a decorative design feature, especially at the shoulders, work this method of Three Needle Bind Off. It creates a pretty chain that lies nice and flat on the right side of your knitting. It stays centered between the two pieces without bending forward. This is created by alternating knit and purl stitches as you bind off. Watch how it's done here: Step-by-Step Directions Setup: Make sure you have the same number of stitches on separate needles with needle...