I love your patterns! They are so much fun and unique. I learn a new technic every time I knit one of your patterns.
One of the great things about Holli is her ability and willingness to use different techniques in her work. If you’re willing to learn, the result is a better finished item and an increase in knitter knowledge.
This pattern deserves aaall the love!
As a pattern designer, your attention to detail and your fashion sense and creativity, are second to none.
Holli, you are the consummate pattern writer. I know your patterns are perfect – looks like others appreciate you too.
Features
Article
Kids Knit Lit: Stories to Inspire Young Makers
There’s something magical about children’s books that celebrate making—knitting, crocheting, weaving, spinning, or even caring for sheep. These stories aren’t just charming reads; they spark creativity, patience, and a love for handmade things.
Class
Intarsia 101: Colour, Confidence, and Creativity
Join me and another 25 presenters at the Knit Happy Summit, November 6-9, 2025. Each day there is a variety of presentations to choose from and you have 48 hours to watch any of them for free.
Pattern
Bespoke Cardigan
I gave the gift of a bespoke cardigan pattern to my stepfather, Nigel. Featuring details of his choosing, I wrote a pattern for him to knit in exactly his size. Then I sized the pattern to fit 28-68″ inch/71-172.5 cm chests, and that is what is available here. Bespoke is a deliberately and thoughtfully gender- and size-inclusive design, featuring options for narrow and broad shoulders, and regular and tall lengths.
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Tutorial
Shadow Wrap Short Rows
The Shadow Wrap Short Row method, developed by Alice Yu of the Socktopus blog uses one of my favourite increases—the raised increase, sometimes called lifted increase. One of the reasons the raised increase is my favourite is because it’s the most invisible and that’s also why it lends itself so nicely to this short row technique.
