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The Story Behind the Typewriter Cardigan
Discover the story behind the Typewriter Cardigan, a modern knitting pattern born from experimentation and a fresh approach to fabric construction. Learn how this unique method creates a soft, drapey texture using multiple yarns, and explore ideas for colourwork, stash busting, and adaptable knitwear design.
Not All Alpaca Is the Same
Not all alpaca yarn behaves the same, and understanding why can completely change how you approach a knitting pattern. From the fluffy loft of Huacaya fibre to the silky drape of Suri alpaca, the structure of the fibre plays a major role in how alpaca knitwear feels, stretches, and performs over time. This article explores the science behind alpaca yarn, explains what “baby alpaca” actually means, and looks at why fibre blends are often used in modern knitwear design.
Tweed, Abstracted
Tweed carries a long history, from traditional Scottish wool cloth to modern knitwear design. In this exploration of the Cashmere Outside Tee, superfine merino tweed yarn transforms a minimalist knitting pattern into a study in texture, depth, and contemporary interpretation.
On Merino and Linen
I only meant to think about a summer tee… and somehow ended up deep in the world of merino-linen blends. Merino gives that soft, wearable comfort, linen adds structure and airflow, and together they create a fabric that drapes instead of bounces. If you love summer knitting, you’re going to want to read this.