When And Where To Use Bust Short Rows Let’s face it. The human female form was never designed to be dressed in a square or a rectangle tube. Having bumps out the front will lift the hem which, not only means the garment does not hang straight but, can also emphasise your tummy. This gives […]
Author Archives: Annabelle Drumm
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Oct
Oct
Just a quick post to say my Koala vests were nominated for best work of the month at Morris and Sons. They are hopefully not just seen as a “work” using Morris and Sons yarn. They are actually three brand new designs marketing Morris and Sons Estate Australian 4ply wool. If you are a subscriber […]
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Aug
Aug
I am delighted to launch my three Koala vests today. They are ideal for any proud Australian, for those who are fans of Koalas (which is not a bear, by the way) or who simply love to be affiliated with Australia in a creative way. You can make a family of koala vests where each […]
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Aug
Aug
Finding the perfect Gradient Knitting Pattern Time to launch my Shortcut Scarf knitting pattern! For this one, I wanted to work a gradient that wasn’t so smooth. There are plenty of knitting patterns and charts that already do perfectly smooth gradients moving from one colour to another. I was looking for a gradient flow that […]
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Apr
Apr
Trying to find Dinosaur knitting patterns for boys? Knitting for little boys can be so very satisfying, particularly when you already know that they have a passion for dinosaurs. One of my sons adored them and we collected what we believe to be anatomically correct models. Each had their Latin name stamped on the belly. […]
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Oct
Oct
Sunny Halter double layer vest slipover knitting pattern. Outer layer is a hip length, a-line halter neck. Inner layer is a slim fit, cropped top with short sleeve. Introducing the Sunny Halter by Annabelle Drumm Finding the inspiration Whilst designing the collection of Vivacious Vests, I came across this delicious, hand dyed golden yarn on […]
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Aug
Aug
Now here’s a really interesting technique called Ladder Back Jacquard or Ladderback Jacquard which is used to carry yarn across the back of large blocks of colour without the need to catch the float every few stitches on the Wrong Side. Designers who know about this technique can include it in their design charts but […]
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Apr
Apr
As one of my first designs, I loved the idea of making my own version of a gradient cowl vest or slipover. Each Designer has their own method of moving from one colour yarn to another. I’ve always loved mathematics and looked forward to creating a chart which can be read up or down. […]
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