I have finally begun my pursuit of writing down the knitting patterns for each of my different toys and creatures. So many to write- the task is certainly daunting. I want to be sure to create patterns that allow for the most creative leeway for each knitter, but still give specific details and guidance on the process of making a creature precisely like mine.
First up, my giraffe twiglet. the giraffe is super cute, I have knit it in a variety of sizes, shapes, yarns… each have been successful and unique!
I really thought it would be a simple writeup.
A few realizations:
Writing a giraffe pattern takes WAY longer than knitting one. WAY LONGER.
I was shocked how much I wrote. {4 pages- on a little KNIT creature?}
After dictating it back to myself twice, I updated and fixed the first draft for test knitters. And off it went. Only a few small fixes to start, and the knitters were knitting!
Another realization: It is SO cool to have someone else knit your pattern! Even better is to SEE someone’s interpretation of your pattern! I was pretty awestruck, to be honest. Another knitter totally understood and followed how I create! odd concept I know, but so very cool for me.
I have a couple more patterns in progress, nearly set to try out – anybody want to be a knitting guinea pig?
If you have a real confidence in DPN’s, you will love these!
Fairy angels
bunny rabbits