Snakes in the Stonecrop Cowl pattern is here! Here’s why you’ll love casting this project on for your next knitting adventure!

New pattern, coming Thursday!

My next pattern is a striking transitional project celebrating the small plants and critters that share our favourite hiking trails. Click for a sneak peek!

KnitOvation Reviews

Want to find out what knitters have to say about KnitOvation Stitch Dictionary? Here’s a roundup of video podcasts, blog reviews, and more!

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Do you want to test my patterns?

I’m about to start a new pattern test. Want to know more or get a chance to test for me?

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An Interview with me and Spincycle Yarns

The good folks at Spincycle Yarns interviewed me as part of our Under the Canopy collaboration. Read the interview here!

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An Interview with Harrisville Designs

Harrisville Nightshades is a gorgeous Cormo yarn that comes only in shades of black. Read an interview about making an all-black yarn line and what makes Harrisville a special company, along with why I chose it as my Main Colour for the Under the Canopy cowl!

Some Tutorials for Under the Canopy

Want to knit Under the Canopy but unsure about some of the techniques? I’ve got you covered! Here are a bunch of tutorials to make the challenging bits joyful!

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An Interview with Spincycle Yarns

I used yarn from a company I’ve known since my very first days as a designer, Spincycle Yarns. Here’s a great interview with them about their yarn and company, plus yarn combo suggestions!

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Coming soon - a new cowl pattern!

A new, leafy cowl pattern is coming soon! Tap to find out more about the yarn you’ll need.

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Dissent Cardigan Update

I’ve updated my Dissent Cardigan pattern with some great layout changes. Read more about it.

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Dissent Pullover Update!

I’ve updated my Dissent Pullover pattern with a small layout change. Read more about it.

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Mill Hill Toque Update!

My Mill Hill Toque pattern has gotten a little refresh. Subscribe to my newsletter to get it free!

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Introducing Witty's Trail Mitts

Read the story behind my newest knitting pattern, Witty’s Trail Mitts. These versatile, textured fingerless mitts are sized from toddler to grown up.

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Introducing the Dissent Toque

Dissent Toque is a colourwork hat knitting pattern inspired by Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Dissent jabot.

Dissent Pullover: Yarn Choices & Fabric

Here’s a video showing the fabric of the four Dissent Pullover samples I’ve knit to help you choose your own yarn.

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Dissent: Cardigan Hack: STEEKING!

Here’s a video showing how to reinforce your steek with a sewing machine, cut it open, and pick up stitches for the bands.

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Dissent: Cardigan Hack

Looking to make your Dissent pullover into a cardigan? Read on for instructions on how to do it.

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Winding Two Strands of Yarn Together

Check out this video showing how I wind two yarns together to hold while knitting my Dissent Pullover.

Dissent Pullover Mods: Yoke Length

Here’s how to modify the Dissent Pullover yoke for a perfect fit!

Fingering Weight Dissent Pullover

Dissent Pullover is a top-down yoke sweater knitting pattern inspired by Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Dissent jabot.