Miranda is one of the crafty folks of Fancy Tiger, and when she is not here helping folks find the perfect craft supply, we are sure she must be crafting. Miranda is super prolific--you might know her from her million handmade dresses, or her recently published Army of Caterpillars knitting pattern. She just finished this pretty Marin shawl, a pattern by Ysolda Teague. We love it!
I'm Miranda, assistant manager and
professional tigress here at Fancy Tiger Crafts. My first craft was
embroidery, then cross stitch, but these days I mostly sew clothes
and knit. I also needle felt, spin and weave on occasion. I've just
always been into making things. My mother is a master quilter who has
always shown me what it is to be inspired and to turn those ideas
into tangible objects. Recently, I've been focusing on designing
knitting patterns, mostly for toys. My goal to help people create
things that add more delight to the world.
Tell us about knitting your shawl.
This scarf is from the Marin pattern by
Ysolda Teague. The yarn is Madelinetosh Merino Light in the Nostalgia
colorway. Just one hank of this gorgeous tonal yarn made the entire
thing. I really love Ysolda's designs, because she has a great
understanding of what knitted fabric can do. The reversible ribbed
cables flow in and out of the garter stitch sections in a fascinating
organic way. Plus, that makes the finished project really easy to
wear without fussing over it all the time.
How did you pick up knitting?
I learned to knit from a book (who
knows which one), although my mom showed me how to cast on and do the
knit stitch. One summer in college, my shifts at my work study
library job were spent guarding a door that no one ever passed
through. I bought some yarn and needles and never looked back.
What is your favorite animal?
Although I will always love the octopus
most, insects are my favorite group of creatures. I just saw a lady
praying mantis in my garden looking for a handsome gentleman mantis
to love and then devour.
1 comment:
You're the best, Miranda! I've always had an appreciation for your creativity and wonderful sense of humor. Wishing yo continued success, Ms. Tigress!
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