Say Hello to Charlie!

I have named my newest design after Charlie Dimmock of 'Ground Force' fame. She is the perfect inspiration for a light summer tank in a cool blue with bright accents. Unfortunately I think I will have to wear a bra under it unlike my hero.

Sometimes things just click, inspiration and ideas snap together and viola everything works. We like when that happens. Other times it is a work in progress, you get a bit here and a bit there and then you have to start over. Either way the end result is what we designers live for, that moment when our baby is born into the world ready to be shared with others.

Personally I have always wanted a large family. :)

Man Knits

I have been trying to come up with a design for men to showcase some bamboo yarn, heck at this point any yarn. And you know I have come to the realization that men just aren't that fun to knit for unless you like cables or color work. As you may have guessed I like neither.

No lace or ruffles or flounces for men, no it is all solid stodgy macho stuff. I am getting a little stressed by the whole thing to be honest. I have several ideas for manly scarves but I was really wanting something a little more sweatery. I think I am going to settle for a good old fashioned V-neck sweater vest with interesting patterns and textures. Or maybe a fun vest, if I can keep it from looking too odd.

In my head though I will be designing a crop hoody with lace. Know of a guy who would model it for me?