the knitty professors

[updated 3-2010] A new pattern, designed by Jordynn and Katie. It is available for purchase now, for $6. Jordynn used Berroco Ultra A...

In 1851, British chemist John Mercer discovered that treating cotton yarn with sodium hydroxide brought about changes in the fiber. Mercer...

I mean, she's a hot knitter. How about this: she designs a unique and versatile summer cardigan that would look good on everybody that b...

After finishing my Plath cardigan, I've started a number of new projects. First, a new design project inspired by salsa singer Celia Cru...

First, my first lace FO. Wisp , from Knitty, that I have called Wisp-of-Nippon . I bought the yarn in Japan, and I miss Japan. I wear this a...

My new summer pattern, Plath, is now available at for $4.95. The pattern comes in 8 sizes, from XS-XXL! Born in 1932, Sy...

In the last few weeks, I ventured to two cities and their local yarn shops. New Orleans Jordynn and I traveled to NOLA for a conference, and...