October 2024 Studio Hours Recap: Kim McBrien Evans on Garment Fit
October’s virtual Studio Hours welcomed frequent D&T contributor Kim McBrien Evans with five powerful tips for improving sweater fit.
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From Tradition to Yarn: Translating Igbo Art into Knitted Masterpieces
Designer and knitter Marvel Ekwuribe shares the story of her cardigan design, inspired by traditional Igbo art.
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Measuring Matters: Sleeve Measurements for a Perfect Fit
Good sleeve fit is essential for a successful sweater. Kim McBrien Evans explains which measurements to take, how to take them, and how they apply to making sweaters that fit. PLUS, help Kim improve fit resources for designers everywhere by adding your measurements to her anonymous survey.
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Expanding Your Options: How a New Database Is Improving Garment Pattern Searches
Introducing My Next Make, a database of sewing patterns created by Canadian sewist and coder Jenn Dellow. Designed to improve the searchability of sewing patterns on the internet, this innovative tool searches for patterns based on attributes like garment and project type, sizing, and difficulty level.
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Learning Through a Lifetime
Designer and instructor Kim McBrien Evans on how she challenges herself to keep learning and growing. Kim shares some of her most powerful and exciting learning experiences, as well as a few of her favourite creativity prompts!
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