There are times where I will go rogue and do my own thing with a pattern. And then, there are times where I am curious to see how the designer planned the pattern out. Often there are new ideas along the way, which I appreciate. And yet, sometimes, as with brioche stitches, I've learned the skill, even mastered it, but didn't enjoy it so ... I'm with you on that one. And thanks, Louise, for giving me permission to swap out garter stitch. LOL Like you, I like Steven West's designs but would avoid any that had brioche stitches. So I've filed that one in my mind and the next time I see a design like that and hesitate because of brioche, I'll think of you and take charge of it for myself. I actually don't mind garter. I like the feel of it.
Another great post! BTW, I am much more likely to play around with recipes while cooking, which unfortunately makes it harder for my husband to replicate my "recipes" from the book.
I never understand why people want to knit in exact the same yarn and exact the same colour. I want to knit/sew something unique, something nobody else has. I love to use components of patterns and create something unique out of it. Last year I used a cape design with a gorgeous cable to turn it into a vest. I can't count the number of people who asked me how to do it technically, how brave it was, etc. Well, simply just 'follow your hands'. So thank you for this post Louise ❤️ I couldn't agree more.
Same here, Louise. Crochet instead of knit, and I look at patterns as ‘suggestions’. I did follow a pattern to make Christmas stockings for a local shelter but changed up the colors depending on what yarn I had or was donated to the project. Right now I’m crocheting a cocoon sweater using black and white but still making up the stitch pattern as I go along. So, I’ll see how that goes?
I so appreciate your message of permission….of freedom/ individuality in following a pattern at my age 75…..yet the side of my brain that loves the design/the designers gift…. the color choices they share…. yearns for that “bit of perfection” in a lively/chaotic world”….. I do appreciate these chances to discuss, if even briefly here, Olympia, Washington State Salutes You and Your distinguished Followers….
The beauty of creating your own garments or accessories, whether they be knitted, crocheted or sewn, is allowing yourself to makes changes to the original designer's pattern. To make it your own. There are no creative police.
I’m in the same camp as you Louise I very often modify a pattern if I’m having trouble or I’m not understanding a portion of the pattern. And YES a huge sense of pride and accomplishment when completed!
There are times where I will go rogue and do my own thing with a pattern. And then, there are times where I am curious to see how the designer planned the pattern out. Often there are new ideas along the way, which I appreciate. And yet, sometimes, as with brioche stitches, I've learned the skill, even mastered it, but didn't enjoy it so ... I'm with you on that one. And thanks, Louise, for giving me permission to swap out garter stitch. LOL Like you, I like Steven West's designs but would avoid any that had brioche stitches. So I've filed that one in my mind and the next time I see a design like that and hesitate because of brioche, I'll think of you and take charge of it for myself. I actually don't mind garter. I like the feel of it.
Another great post! BTW, I am much more likely to play around with recipes while cooking, which unfortunately makes it harder for my husband to replicate my "recipes" from the book.
I never understand why people want to knit in exact the same yarn and exact the same colour. I want to knit/sew something unique, something nobody else has. I love to use components of patterns and create something unique out of it. Last year I used a cape design with a gorgeous cable to turn it into a vest. I can't count the number of people who asked me how to do it technically, how brave it was, etc. Well, simply just 'follow your hands'. So thank you for this post Louise ❤️ I couldn't agree more.
Same here, Louise. Crochet instead of knit, and I look at patterns as ‘suggestions’. I did follow a pattern to make Christmas stockings for a local shelter but changed up the colors depending on what yarn I had or was donated to the project. Right now I’m crocheting a cocoon sweater using black and white but still making up the stitch pattern as I go along. So, I’ll see how that goes?
freestyling is how i roll!!!! following a pattern exactly?? pffffft!!!! inconceivable!!!!!!!!!!!
I so appreciate your message of permission….of freedom/ individuality in following a pattern at my age 75…..yet the side of my brain that loves the design/the designers gift…. the color choices they share…. yearns for that “bit of perfection” in a lively/chaotic world”….. I do appreciate these chances to discuss, if even briefly here, Olympia, Washington State Salutes You and Your distinguished Followers….
I agree Louise.
The beauty of creating your own garments or accessories, whether they be knitted, crocheted or sewn, is allowing yourself to makes changes to the original designer's pattern. To make it your own. There are no creative police.
I’m in the same camp as you Louise I very often modify a pattern if I’m having trouble or I’m not understanding a portion of the pattern. And YES a huge sense of pride and accomplishment when completed!