Your patterns are always written well and easy to understand and to follow — not an easy task in an industry with little or no standards to follow.
What I like most … is the little designer details that go into them, the beautiful little touches that make them unique and a joy to knit.
I loved the pattern from the first time I saw it and really enjoyed knitting it. So much so that I am doing a second one navy. And I never knit any pattern more than once.
Holli is one of the best instructors in our solar system.
Your patterns are a hit. … Very positive response from clients.
Features
Article
How to Swatch Smarter: A Knitting Tip from Experience
Recently, I invited my newsletter readers to tell me what they love to knit — and I was so moved by the thoughtful responses that came in. I expected to gather useful data for future patterns and classes, but what I didn’t expect was the conversations that followed.
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
The Only Sock Pattern You’ll Ever Need
Beginner sock knitters and experts alike love the options provided in this comprehensive pattern. With guidance every step of the way, choose your path based on yarn, gauge, custom fit needs, and styling. Every pair of socks is unique. A launching pad for experimentation; integrate favourite stitch patterns or customize the size and fit for any foot. It’s all here.
This pattern can be worked in any weight yarn, at any gauge, to make any size sock.
Tutorial
Stretchy Twisted Bind Off for Ribbing
This is my latest favourite way to bind off for toe-up socks. There’s a spring built into this bind off that allows it to stretch over the heel when pulling on socks.
And I’ve got to say, I really quite like the zigzag effect when viewed from above.
