Today’s giveaway is from Andee, whom you might know from her blog, Match the Pictures. She’s been a regular part of our Yarn Along here at Small Things for as long as I can remember. I am very pleased to be sharing this space with her today!
Hello! I am an independent knit wear designer. I really enjoy designing and releasing my own knitting patterns. I love getting inspiration for my patterns from different yarns. I am most loyal to alpaca yarn since I have alpacas. I enjoy making patterns for hand spun, small fiber mill processed yarn and indie dyers.
I think one of the most rewarding things about making knitting patterns is to see all the wonderful garments people make from my patterns. I like to design items that can be worn as an everyday item. I am looking forward to releasing quite a few new patterns in the near future. My design process starts with an idea in my head and then I do a sketch. Once I find the yarn I want to use for the project I make a swatch and type up the pattern once I know the gauge. Then I knit it and wear it. As I like to say I need to field test it. Then I might make several modifications and knit it again. Once I am pleased with the result I release the pattern to my test knitters. After the test knitting is done I release the pattern.
I enjoy the whole process so much and with all the support I get for the patterns I already have released it encourages me to keep designing. When I am not helping my parents out at their alpaca farm, or helping my kids with the school work I am either spinning yarn, knitting or writing patterns.
For the giveaway I will be giving away each of my patterns to one winner:
Treasure Vest, Treasure Cardigan, Joey Infinity Scarf, Standing Stones Cowl, Outlander Cowl, Postcard Cardigan, Tidal Wave, Penny Infinity Scarf
In addition, I am offering $1.00 off all my patterns for Small Things readers using the code SMALLTHINGS2015 from October 10th – October 17th.
For your chance to win, simply leave a comment on this post! Comments are closed and the winner is Cassie, who commented, “What beautiful patterns! I would love to win!”
Thanks, Andee!
Helen says
I am not really a knitter, but these beautiful patterns definitely inspire me to find my needles again.
xx
Laurel says
What gorgeous patterns! Thanks for hosting this giveaway!
Kerry says
Andee’s patterns are so gorgeous. It would be an honor to win this giveaway.
Solie says
Those patterns are beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
Frances R says
Hi, Love how your patterns and both very beautiful and very wearable!
Laura says
Beautiful patterns! Thank you for the chance to win!!
Eileen says
The patterns are beautiful! Thank you for a chance to win!
Sandy Downs says
Beautiful patterns. These alpacas are sure cute!
Bethel says
Love all of these looks!
TarynKaeWilson @ WoolyMossRoots says
Love your patterns Andee! Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂
Suzi says
Love the patterns!!
Sally M says
Such beautiful patterns. I will share this post with my knitting night group. We are always looking for wearable art. Beautiful, beautiful patterns.
Carla S says
I love these patterns- especially the white sweater.
elaine says
Beautiful patterns ~ especially drawn to the Standing Stones Cowl! Thanks foe the chance to win…
ps. I LOVE alpaca and finding pattern has been a challenge. Can’t wait to try….
alexa says
Oh such beautiful knits! My hands are itching!
Maggie E. says
wow! gorgeous patterns.
Melody J says
Ooh. Love those!
Richard says
Beautiful patterns! Thanks for being here and tell the Alpacas hello for me.
SuthernGirl says
Nice giveaway! I enjoy both your blogs, so keep up the great work!
Tami says
I love her patterns!
Nori says
Thank you, even for the hope of this!! 🙂
Pam says
All of your patterns are lovely! So nice of you to offer this giveaway and discount. Keeping my fingers crossed!
Melissa N says
I would love to knit up some of her patterns, I love the cardigan in the photo with the alpaca!
stacey says
These are just beautiful!
Kari C. says
The patterns are beautiful! My knitting skills need some honing, this looks like the perfect opportunity!
Holly says
Wow, they’re all so beautiful!
Tasneem says
That would be amazing! Thank you!!!
Jada Sharp says
These patterns are beautiful!
Conny says
I love them all too! Thanks for the chance to win.
Carrie says
oh i love the joey!
Jani says
Lovely work, Andee – I can’t remember seeing a collection I’ve liked so well in quite a while! Thanks to you and to Ginny for the chance to win. 🙂
Beverly says
Simply divine. These are so beautiful & the yarn is gorgeous, too.
rosemarie says
These look like so much fun to knit. Thanks
Pom Pom says
Beautiful patterns! They definitely are every day things that make wool/yarn/knitting glorious!
Rosemary says
Gorgeous patterns!!
Emily says
I’m going to finish my first cardigan soon, and I can’t wait to knit another, more complicated pattern. These are gorgeous!
Nele says
wonderful, very fine patterns !
I’d love to wear them …
Nele
Lee says
What a lovely collection of patterns! I love the Penny Infinity Scarf! Thanks for the giveaway! Mamagiff on ravelry
Jaci says
I love them all! Beautiful work!
jennifer bauman says
These are all so lovely! How have I missed her designs so far?? Thanks for posting this, Ginny,
Jennifer
Rachel says
Oooh, I really love the Standing Stones cowl; I may just have to buy that pattern if I don’t win!
Felicia H. says
I love her patterns – especially the cowl with the buttons! Thanks for the chance!
Jill says
Oh my goodness, how beautiful are these creations! I’m a wannabe knitter. Truly gorgeous 🙂
Mary says
Hoping to pick knitting back up and these patterns just might be the key! Thanks for the chance 😉
Cindy in NC says
These are stunning. Thanks for the chance to win.
Liz says
Really love your patterns, so fingers crossed! Thanks for the give away!
Paula Cacciola says
What gorgeous patterns and yarn 🙂 Thank you for a chance to win.
CathyT says
I am finally branching out from knitting only scarves and making clothing for myself and these patterns are beautiful. Thank you for the chance to win.
Deborah says
Beautiful items and beautiful designs!
Julie Z says
I am just beginning to knit and am hooked! Would love some of these patterns!