Q: Do you sell the items you have patterns for?
A: Unfortunately it’s not very economical to sell hand knitted items with the time it takes to make them. I’m hoping you will learn to knit so that you can feel the gratification of getting your knit on! If you really just don’t do the dexterity thing (like my Grandma, she’s always asking me to knit things for her!), I would suggest asking around at your local yarn store to see if they know of anyone who you could commission, or asking a family member who knits!
Q: Can I sell items I make from your patterns?
A: Yes, actually! If you are the one knitting the pattern, I’m all about helping out the hand crafter. I just don’t allow the designs to be mass produced, or for you to have someone else make them to then sell. All I ask is that you give me credit for the design (a link to my site would be great if you are selling the items online) and that you let me know you are doing so – would love to forward you some business since I don’t sell finished items myself and I often get inquiries!
Q: Where do you get inspiration for your designs? Who are your favorite designers?
A: My favorite designer is Betsey Johnson for her fun, playful, girly style! My favorite style icon is Katy Perry, for the same reason.
While I’m always flipping through fashion magazines and out bouncing around the shops in NYC, I’m most inspired by yarns! They usually tell me what they want to be. I’m also inspired by New York’s stylish 3rd graders, they have the best outfits!
Q: What’s up with knitted lingerie? Isn’t it itchy? And like, I don’t get it.
A: Well to be honest, knitted lingerie isn’t all that practical, but it sure is fun to make! Knitted undies also makes for a wonderful extra layer in the Winter months (think bum beanie!)
Most yarns these days are super soft and feel quite lovely on the skin! Yarns come in a variety of fiber contents, in all different textures. My favorites choices for lingerie are the soft and sparkly ones!
Q: Why do your patterns cost money?
A: Designing patterns is a lot of work – it involves lots of knitting and re-knitting, math, spreadsheets, charts, proper phrasing, photography, layout design, and love! Grading patterns for multiple sizes takes an extra special effort, as each garment I design has a unique fit. Know that you are getting a thoughtfully crafted pattern, and are supporting me in continuing to offer you knitting awesomeness and fabulous new designs!
Q: Why is this whole site purple?
A: Because I looove purple! I also love cats, sparkly jewelry, chandeliers, dresses, bows, ruffles, decorative pillows, big mirrors, mannequins, orchids, vintage telephones, pin-up girls, burlesque dancing, fashion photography, and New York City! Now you know everything!
Have more questions? Leave them in the comments below!
Clara
September 30, 2015 at 3:23 pm (9 years ago)Hey there!
This past summer I attempted the “Bow Crazy” top but I didn’t purchase Paton’s Grace (sport weight) yarn because I couldn’t find any. I tried a very thin yarn for babies but the result was that the top was still coming out way too big. Any ideas where I could find Paton’s Grace yarn? I feel like I also used a 4mm circular needle as well (as opposed to 3.5mm) – but would that have really made that big of a difference in the size ratio?
I did gauge and it seemed legit, but maybe I didn’t gauge properly haha. Thoughts?
Clara
Lauren
October 5, 2015 at 11:45 am (9 years ago)Hi Clara,
Where do you live? They sell Patons Grace on Joann.com, but not sure if they ship internationally. A mercerized sport weight cotton would be ideal for this top if you can find that. The mercerized cotton gives the top structure which a different fiber might not. A 4mm needle is a lot bigger that 3.5mm and could definitely be the reason the top turned out too big! It is really important that you the get the exact gauge (in this case 22 sts and 32 rows = 4″ in Stockinette Stitch, so 5.5 sts/inch and 8 rows/inch), otherwise your top will turn out completely different than intended! Hope that’s helpful!
Lauren
Jackie Fromm
November 18, 2015 at 3:32 pm (9 years ago)I purchased the “Your Time to Shine” hat pattern and the Lion Brand Amazing yarn. I’m just checking to be sure that I only need one strand of this yarn as it seems very fine for a hat.
Lauren
December 1, 2015 at 12:58 pm (9 years ago)Yep, just one strand! 🙂
Nancy
December 12, 2015 at 12:17 am (9 years ago)Cables and Curves-the gauge on the pattern is 19 sts and 25 row =4″ in Cable pattern. how do you check this to be sure it will fit? Do you have a gauge for stock stich?
Lauren
January 31, 2016 at 12:52 pm (9 years ago)Hi Nancy, Yes the Stockinette Stitch gauge is 17 sts and 23 rows = 4″ in St st. Thanks! Lauren
Juli Salman
December 27, 2017 at 1:21 am (7 years ago)Hi Lauren. I bought the She’s Electric skirt pattern and I’m anxious to start. What type of cast-on do you recommend?
Lauren
January 17, 2018 at 1:59 pm (7 years ago)Hey Juli! That’s awesome! For ribbing I usually use a long tail cast on. It’s nice and stretchy 🙂 Hope you enjoy the pattern, can’t wait to see how it turns out! -Lauren
Jill
February 8, 2018 at 10:16 am (7 years ago)I wanted to send you a pic of my Be My Valentine Mitts I posted on Addicted to Knitting Facebook page. Maybe you will get some buyers!
Lauren
May 8, 2018 at 5:52 pm (7 years ago)Ooh I would love to see them! I can see all of the projects posted on Ravelry, or you could e-mail them to me! girlyknits@gmail.com 🙂
Maria campbell
November 4, 2018 at 7:09 am (6 years ago)Hi there, ive purchased a pattern but i havent received the link to download? Could you please help me?
Regards Maria
Lauren
November 30, 2018 at 2:03 pm (6 years ago)Hi Maria! Sorry about that! If you are still having a problem please e-mail me and we will figure it out: girlyknits@gmail.com
Thanks!
Lauren
nl
July 22, 2019 at 12:42 pm (5 years ago)purchased patter #387-31525, it down load , pdf, but won,t print, no problem printd other pdfs i have downloaded
Lauren
April 3, 2020 at 10:49 am (5 years ago)Hi! Are you still having trouble? If so please e-mail me – girlyknits@gmail.com
Sheila
January 30, 2020 at 12:18 am (5 years ago)I signed up for the newsletter and then went on to order the free top pattern. It never prompted me for the coupon code but did prompt for paypal. I figured it would show up on the payment screen but instead, it processed… Help?!?
Lauren
April 3, 2020 at 10:51 am (5 years ago)Hi Sheila! Sorry about that! In order to use the coupon code you have to order it on Ravelry – if you e-mail me I will make sure to refund you. Here is my e-mail: girlyknits@gmail.com
Thanks! Lauren
Tracy
November 18, 2020 at 2:43 pm (4 years ago)Hi Lauren, I’m interested in purchasing your machine knit joggers pattern today. My question is I have a Brother KH710 which is a standard 4.5 guage. Do you have a pattern for the standard guage? Thanks Tracy
Lauren
December 28, 2020 at 1:56 pm (4 years ago)Hi Tracy! Unfortunately not at this time – I hope to adapt it when I get a standard gauge machine. It has a lot of shaping so it’s a bit tricky to convert without testing it out. Will keep you posted if and when I do convert it! Thanks, Lauren
Kathleen Irby
January 14, 2021 at 9:10 am (4 years ago)Dear Lauren, Thx so much for helping me download the correct pattern. Your response to my email was so quick, and so kind! You’re a lovely person. Best wishes and blessings to you!! Kathleen
Lauren
January 18, 2021 at 1:43 pm (4 years ago)Awww you’re so welcome! Hope you enjoy!
Carole Cooper
February 23, 2022 at 9:16 am (3 years ago)What is equivalent of Lion Brand “Pound of Love” Oxford Grey – in Ounces and what ply ? Double knit? Is it?
Lauren
November 24, 2023 at 2:07 pm (1 year ago)Yes, it’s DK!
Erin
April 16, 2023 at 9:48 am (2 years ago)I’m almost done with the free bra top pattern and I love how easy it is to follow, I plan on making another one for my daughter and niece soon! It’s very well written for beginners. I’m looking at your patterns for sale and I’d love to try one of those but I’m worried I won’t be able to. Are those easy to follow as well? Or any I shouldn’t try yet as a beginner? Thank you!
Janice
August 21, 2023 at 12:37 pm (1 year ago)I am a beginning knitter so yes i make lots of mistakes. I purchased your pattern for the shorts but realize i need the pattern for my chunky machine. Do you have the chunky pattern or can you tell me how to convert it?
Lauren
August 26, 2023 at 8:34 am (1 year ago)Hi Janice! Which shorts pattern did you get? Please e-mail me and let me know and I will sort it out for you!