Creating the logo for The Fated Knitter was a little more frustrating than I had initially anticipated. I wanted it to include a symbol for fate. If you forgot what it looks like, here it is: I’ll start with the Read more
When I started my first business, Gradiance Yarns (rebranded to Fated Yarns in 2019), I did a similar exercise. I listed 20 random facts about me from my perspective of me being obsessed with knitting. As time has gone on, Read more
It all started a few months ago on an unseasonably warm 14th February. I was opening my first Valentines card as husband and wife, and out fell two pieces of paper. My husband was giving me two tickets to Wonderwool Read more
I’ve been lost for about a year now. Why? Because I’ve been forcing my love of knitting and yarn into a direction that doesn’t resonate with me. I’ve been battling my own nature. I’ve been trying to shove it into Read more
I’m delighted to announce the release of my Succulent Shawl pattern! You can find my original Succulent Shawl Ravelry project page here. Many years ago my sister asked for a couple of succulent plants for her Birthday. I obliged and Read more
On the 26th of February I started making a baby cardigan. A friend asked if I could make a baby Cardigan for a 3 month old that had just been born. She wanted it to be hand-knitted from real wool Read more
When travelling on an aeroplane for any length of period, I always want to know if I can take my knitting needles on the aeroplane with me. It is nice to have something to do and helps relax me whilst Read more
A short story of a long-overdue project for a dear friend, an alternative edging, and the lost instructions.
The very first yarn bouquet I made began in early 2016. Deciphering what I needed to do, in order to achieve what I wanted, was a slow process. There was a lot of problem solving. There was a lot of Read more
Knitting in paradise is something we all dream of. When we think of “paradise” our thoughts usually turn to golden sandy beaches, glistening azure seas, and glorious sun-drenched skies. Where is your knitting paradise?