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I haven't really known how to be in this online space for a little while, so I thought I'd try to come back with a little introduction - featuring an outtake that I preferred to the self-portrait I was trying to take! My name is Clare and I am a knitwear designer based in London, England. I also work part-time as the marketing manager for @thefibrecompany, which I adore 💛 it is SO wonderful to work for a company you have so much respect for. Here are 5 random facts about me: 1. I am getting a little bored of wearing neutrals all the time (particularly black) so I'm trying to introduce more colour 🌈 into my wardrobe this autumn, inspired by @superlativelylj 2. I'm taking a bit of a break from design work at the moment after an intense period of burnout - looking forward to coming back with fresh energy later 3. After several years of trying to grow herbs 🌱 and houseplants, I'm finally keeping them alive 4. I've just started taking ballet class again after a 13 year break and it makes me so happy that I could cry 5. I'm marrying my favourite person in the world next year (@ulysses_sean 👋) and whilst wedding planning is not my favourite activity (am I a rubbish bride? 😂) I can't wait for us to be a little family After taking quite a break from Instagram recently, I'm feeling a little disconnected from you guys! Comment with a random fact about you 😊 #sistermountain #aboutme #introduction #knitting #ofsimplethings #knittersofinstagram #slowknitting #theslowdowncollective #knitting_inspiration #capturequiet
I've been spread farrrrr too thin for months, so recently, I've been doing what I can to feel better again. That meant drastically reducing my workload and taking time to knit for pleasure. This St James hat is designed by my friend @francescahughesknitwear and made from @purlsoho Cashmere Merino Bloom, leftover from a sweater I knitted. I can't wait for it to dry so I can wear it! #sistermountain #fhkal18 #stjameshat #francescahughesknitwear #purlsoho #purlsohobusyhands #cashmeremerinobloom #slowfashion #memadeeveryday #handmadewardrobe #capsulewardrobe #knitting #knittersofinstagram #iloveknitting #knittherapy #theartofslowliving
POUL is the second sweater that I designed for @woolfolk_yarn, using their TOV DK yarn. Swipe to see the details 🤩 It was my first unisex design, which was so much fun! My own personal style can err on the slightly masculine side (I don't like to wear anything too fussy) so it felt like a good match for my design sensibility. POUL has the best stitch pattern - super simple but graphic and interesting. I love the proportions of the two versions as well - check out the variations in rib length! Also, can we discuss these amazing photos from Woolfolk?! 😭 It gives me all the feels to see my sweaters together like that. I've managed to convince Ulysses that we need matching sweaters, so that's going to happen at some point! Move over @bonpon511 😂 #sistermountain #woolfolk #woolfolkfw18 #woolfolktov #tovdk #knitting #knittersofig #knittersofinstagram #knitter #knittinglove #knittingformen #menknit #menknitting #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #maker #slowfashion #memadeeveryday #memadewardrobe #handmadewardrobe
I went to a really beautiful workshop hosted by my friend @alexcollinsdesigns today. It was so much fun! Alex walked us through all of the steps involved in designing your own block prints, including sketching it out, carving your block and making your final prints. As a complete beginner in printing, I was absolutely delighted with the outcome. I printed a set of notecards and my own project bag (photos in my stories). I will use them with pride! I think she plans on doing more workshops, so if you get the chance to attend one, I couldn't recommend it more. It was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon and now, I have a new, practical craft to enjoy! #sistermountain #alexcollinsdesigns #blockprinting #printmaking #linocut #makersgonnamake #makers #maker #makersmovement #handprinting #linoprinting
Earlier this year, I had the joy of designing two sweaters for @woolfolk_yarn 's FW18 collection. This is my ARNE sweater in Woolfolk Tynd. I think it might be my favourite sweater design ever! It is super light and fluid and those sleeves are sooooo special. Swipe to see the shaping! You can download the pattern via the link in my bio 😊 I will post about my other sweater, POUL, very soon. #sistermountain #woolfolk #woolfolkfw18 #knitting #knitter #knittersofinstagram #knittersoftheworld #handmadewardrobe #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #slowwardrobe
Six months ago, Mother Mountain asked me for a #rilohat for her birthday and of course, I agreed! Her birthday has been and gone 🙈 but thankfully, she is a patient woman. I am using @lamanayarns Como, which I've never used before but it feels nice to knit with. It's finer than the suggested yarn, but Mum wants something with more negative ease anyway. I've had more time to work on this hat recently, so it has grown a lot! Only a couple more rows until I start the crown shaping. It will be ready just in time for when the cooler weather arrives 🍁🍂 If you'd like to knit Rilo, it's a free pattern of mine! You can find it via the link in my bio. #sistermountain #knitting #knittingaddict #knittinglove #knitter #knitters #knittersofig #knittersofinstagram #maker #makers #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #handmadewardrobe #slowfashion #slowwardrobe #memadeeveryday #memadewardrobe