Knitwear Designers
| Name & Instagram name | Description | Website / Blog / Facebook /Etsy page |
| Noma Ndlovu (South Africa) @biggerthanlife_knits | Hand knitwear designer selling patterns for both garments & accessories in PDF format through Ravelry | https://www.ravelry.com/designers/noma-ndlovu |
| Laduma Ngxokolo (South Africa) @laduma | Designer behind the premium knitwear brand MAXHOSA which is inspired by the aesthetics of the Xhosa ethnic group and uses South African mohair and wool. | www.maxhosa.africa
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| Tian Connaughton (USA) @knitdesignsbytian | Hand knitwear & crochet designer, tech editor, author, design co-ordinator @yarncrush | www.knitdesignsbytian.blogspot.com |
| Disturbing The Fleece aka Fatima Hinds (USA) @disturbingthefleece | Hand knitwear designer selling patterns in PDF format through Ravelry | www.ravelry.com/designers/fatimah-hinds |
| Grace Anna Farrow (USA) @astitchtowear | Hand knitwear designer renowned for her intelligent approach to design selling patterns in PDF format | http://astitchtowear.com |
| Gaye Glasspie (USA) @ggmadeit | Knitwear designer, entrepreneur, ambassador the colour orange | http://ggmadeit.com/blog/ |
| Tamy Gore (USA) @tamygore | Hand knitwear designer specialising in accessories selling patterns in PDF format through Ravelry | https://www.ravelry.com/stores/narrow-path-knitting-designs |
| Brandi Cheyenne Harper (USA) @brandicheyenneharper | Hand knitwear designer who teaches workshops and sells patterns under the PurlBKnit brand on Etsy | http://brandicheyenneharper.com |
| Insayshableknits aka Saysha Greene (USA) @insayshable.knits | New to design Saysha Greene set up her brand selling patterns in PDF format on Etsy in 2017. | https://www.etsy.com/shop/InSayshableKnits |
| Shay Johnson (USA) @knitandcroshay | www.knitandcroshay.com | |
| Knitdraper (USA) @knitdraper | Hand knit designer and blogger selling patterns in PDF form through Ravelry | https://knitdraper.com |
| Marcheleknits aka Kelli J. & Ericka B (USA) @marcheleknits | Hand knitwear designers selling ready to wear accessories for both men and women through Etsy | https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/MarCheleKnits/items |
| Loopnthreads aka Nathan Bryant (USA) @loopnthreads | Designer of patterns & ready made hand knitted and crochet accessories, photographer. | www.loopnthreads.com |
| Shirley Paden (USA) @padenbernstein | Legendary hand knitwear designer, teacher, writer, author of Knitwear Design Workshop | www.shirleypaden.com |
| Ragingpurlwind aka Rebecca McKenzie (USA) @ragingpurlwind | Hand knitwear designer selling patterns in PDF format | linktr.ee/ragingpurlwind |
| Zakiya Johari Robertson (USA) @ladywingdesigns | Podcaster and recent hand knit designer selling patterns in pDF format through Ravelry | Ravelry pattern store for Lady Wing Designs |
| Tracey M Rivers (USA) @tmaniluwhuarivers | Hand knit designer and selling patterns in PDF format through Ravelry | https://www.ravelry.com/designers/tracey-m-rivers |
| Vanessa Smith (USA) @vanessasmithdesigns | Hand knitwear designer selling patterns in PDF format through the website that also hosts supporting tutorials for some techniques. | http://www.vanessasmithdesigns.com |
| Lucy Sweetland (USA) | Hand knit designer selling patterns in PDF format through Ravelry. Work has featured in Brooklyn Tweed’s Wool People. | Lucy Sweetland on Ravelry |
| Safiyyah Talley (USA) @drunkknitter | Hand knitwear designer & podcaster selling patterns in PDF format…likes a drink too. | www.thedrunkknitter.com |
| Jimenez Joseph (UK) @jimiknits | Hand knitwear designer selling patterns in PDF format through Ravelry | http://www.jimiknits.com |
| Sheree Robinson (UK) @shereearobinson | Knitwear designer specialising in limited edition sparkly party/eveningwear using (where possible) end of line yarns. | www.shereerobinsonknit.co.uk |
| Jeanette Sloan (UK) @jeanettesloan | Hand knitwear designer, machine knitter, author, magazine contributor. Sells patterns in PDF form and ready to wear fashion accessories under the label SLOANmade. | www.jeanettesloandesign.com |
| Diane Ugo (UK) @mrsumakes | Hand knitwear designer selling patterns in PDF format | Mrs U Makes on Ravelry |
| Natalie Warner (UK) @berylliantknits | Hand knitwear designer, fashion design lecturer, machine knitter | www.berylliantknits.com |
Multidisciplinary designer makers
| Lorna Hamilton Brown (UK) @lhamiltonbrown | Artist, machine & hand knitting evangelist, lecturer, researcher documenting the history and experiences of black knitters | www.lornahamiltonbrown.com |
| Kunbi Ayo-Okanlawon (UK) @handmadebykunbi | Knit and crochet designer selling patterns in PDF format on Etsy | handmadebykunbi.com |
| Sahara Briscoe (USA) @saharabriscoe | Works across a variety of disciplines including knit, crochet, weaving, rug making, dyeing and constructed textiles | www.superstringtheorydesign.com |
| Siedah Garrett (USA) @siedahgarrett | ||
| Holycowlhandmade aka Alicia Lawson (USA) @holycowlhandmade | Crochet & knit designer behind the Holycowlhandmade brand selling hand crafted accessories and patterns in PDF format through Etsy | etsy.com/shop/holycowlhandmade |
| Thamo Hurly (Canada) @thamo_is_onthelamb | Crochet and knit designer and podcaster selling patterns in PDF format on Ravelry | https://linktr.ee/thamo_is_onthelamb |
| Loi (Buffy) Laing @loilaing | Artist with an eye for vivid colour working across several media including painting, needle punching, embroidery and collage | www.artofcreativeliving.com |
| Lisa Shobana Mason @shobhana_weaves | Former blogger, designer, author and designer selling patterns in PDF format through Ravelry. Nowadays mainly handweaving Soari fabric | Ravelry store for Lisa Shobhana Mason |
| Lizzie Myers (USA) @lizzymyers71 | Knitwear and crochet designer selling ready made accessories and patterns under the IAMKnitwear label on Etsy | Etsy shop www.iamknitwear.store |
| @motherofpurll1 | Knitwear designer and spinner selling handspun yarns, ready to wear hand knits and patterns in PDF format | www.motherofpurl.net |
| Northknits aka Jewell Christine) (USA) @northknits | Knit and crochet designer selling ready to wear accessories and patterns in PDF format on Etsy | www.northknitsbyjewellshop.com |
| Oh My Knit aka Olguine Brutus (USA) @ohmyknit | Knitwear and crochet designer selling patterns in PDF format under the Oh My Knit brand | linktr.ee/ohmyknit |
| Alexander Reynoso (USA) @alexcreates | Knitter, crocheter, spinner making one of a kind accessories and offering free and paid for patterns in both knit and crochet in PDF format. | https://www.alexcreates.us |
| Chante Rolle (USA) @harlempurls | Crochet & knit designer selling patterns in PDF format through Ravelry | http://harlempurls.blogspot.com |
| Vincent Williams (USA) @visuvios_crafts | Hand knitwear & crochet designer selling ready to wear hand crafted accessories, patterns in PDF format and sharing his crafting playlists too. | www.visuvioscrafts.com |
| Teai Reid (USA) @snowflakecrochet | Knitwear and crochet designer selling ready made accessories and patterns under the Snowflake Crochet brand | https://www.facebook.com/snowflakecrochets |
| Quirky Monday Crafts aka Caleisha Ryan(USA) @nadiratani | Host of the Quirky Monday Craftcast on YouTube, crochet designer selling patterns on Ravelry and and maker of crafting project bags on Etsy. | linktr.ee/nadiratani |
Indie Dyers
| Lady Dye Yarns aka Diane Ivey (USA) @ladydyeyarns | Founded by Diane Ivey who specialises in vibrant, eco friendly hand dyed yarns inspired by street art & city living. | www.ladydyeyarns.com |
| Neighbourhood Fibre Co aka Karida Collins (USA) @neighborhoodfiberco | Indie dyer producing one of a kind yarns in various weights inspired by urban landscapes | https://neighborhoodfiberco.com/pages/meet-our-staff |
| Rhythm Knits aka Yvonne Goodwin (USA) @rhythmknits | Indie dyer who started selling her ‘handcrafted colourways’ on Etsy under the brand Rhythm Knits in 2017 | https://www.etsy.com/shop/rhythmknits#about |
| Queens Yarn Boutique
aka Roshelle Anderson @queensyarnboutique |
Founded by Roshelle who started hand dyeing yarn in 2017 and has a passion for the colour purple and names her yarn bases after Prince songs. | www.queensyarnboutique.com
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| Third Vault Yarns aka Lola Johnson (UK) @thirdvaultyarns | Indie dyer inspired by science fiction and fantasy themes | https://www.thirdvaultyarns.com |
Crochet Designers
| Anissa (USA) @hookd.crochet | Crochet designer & maker behind the HookdCrochet brand selling ready to wear clothing and accessories for women through Etsy | Etsy store for HookdCrochet724 |
| Chelsa B Creations @chelseabcreations | Crochet designer producing body conscious, ready to wear designs for women with a young, urban vibe | chelseabcreations.bigcartel.com |
| Tammy Blunte @tammybcreations | Crochet designer and maker of custom made dolls, selling patterns in PDF format and doll accessories | www.tammybcreations.com |
| Anna Beth Brooks (USA) @the.mona.kate | Crochet & knit designer behind the Mona Kate brand selling ready to wear hand crafted accessories through Etsy | Etsy store for TheMonaKate |
| Brittanya Burchell (USA) @sweetlyversatile | Crochet designer & maker behind the Sweetly Versatile brand selling ready to wear crochet accessories and patterns in PDF format | Etsy store for Sweetlyversatile |
| Cassandra (USA) @ccscrochetcloset | Etsy store for ccscrochetcloset | |
| @ccbydominic | Crochet designer and You Tuber behind the CCbydominic brand of ready to wear fashion accessories including earrings and clutch bags | www.CCbyDominic.com |
| Christian Crochet Addict (USA) @thechristiancrochetaddict | Crochet designer and maker of one a kind dolls also selling patterns in PDF format and ready made accessories for children. | www.thechristiancrochetaddict.com |
| The Dabbling Hook aka Laurell Christmas (USA) @thedabblinghook | Crochet designer and YouTube podcaster selling accessory designs in PDF format | linktr.ee/thedabblinghook |
| Lisa Davis-Palmer @knitsandhooks | Crochet designer selling patterns for dolls in PDF format | |
| Nacinimod Deodee @nassat_nation | Crochet designer of fashion focused, colourful crochet clothing and accessories for men and women with an urban street vibe. | Not yet known |
| Distinct Element (USA) @distinctelement | Company selling ready to wear crochet products alongside their range of beauty & home products | www.mydistinctelement.com |
| The Dream Crochet aka Ashley Elle (USA) @thedreamcrochet | Young crochet designer, blogger and YouTuber selling patterns in PDF format as well as a made to order service through Etsy | linktr.ee/thedreamcrochet |
| Acquanetta Ferguson (USA) @nettagyrl | Crochet designer of hats, mitts and garments selling patterns in PDF format | Pattern store on Ravelry |
| Yolanda Jordan (USA) @myprettydoll | Teacher, designer of crochet patterns and maker of custom dolls that with natural / afro inspired hairstyles. Workshops & classes also available. | www.myprettybrowndoll.com |
| Kristen (USA) @kristen_head_turning_crochet | Crochet designer, You Tuber and maker behind the KristenHTC brand of ready made jewellery | www.kristenhtc.com |
| Toni Lipsey (USA) @tlyarncrafts | Crochet designer behind the TLYarncrafts brand selling patterns for fashion and home accessories in PDF format | www.tlyarncrafts.com |
| Talia McHayle (USA) @taliacrochetcreations | Crochet designer selling ready to wear accessories and patterns in PDF format | www.taliacrochetcreations.com |
| Ornicka Owens (USA) @iamornickaowens | Crochet designer & maker behind the Olivia and Me Boutique brand selling crochet dolls, doll clothing & accessories plus some patterns in PDF format | Etsy store for OliviaandMeBoutique |
| Coletta Peterson (USA) @a_touch_of_blu_designs | Crochet designer and maker of dolls also selling patterns in PDF format | Etsy store for atouchofbludesigns |
| Arica Presinal @skeinsnsticks | Crochet designer selling patterns for garments and accessories under her Skeinsnsticks brand. Also a keen wine fan | www.skeinsnsticksdesigns.com |
| Tanisha Robertson (USA) @yimicrafts | Blogger, designer and maker behind the YIMI (Yes I Made It) brand selling ready made crochet items and patterns in PDF format | YIMI pattern store on Etsy |
| Sedruola Maruska (USA) @yarnobsession | Crochet designer, blogger and offering new skills tutorials and selling patterns in PDF format | www.yarnobsession.com |
| Mona Muhammad (USA) @knottyloop | Crochet designer behind the Knotty Loop brand selling ready to wear clothing and accessories | www.knottyloop.com |
| Tangela-Sharell (USA) @sazzybysharell | Crochet designer behind the Sazzy by Sharell brand selling ready to wear designs and patterns in PDF format | www.sazzybysharell.com |
| Erika & Monika Simmons (USA) @doublestitchtwins | Twin sister crochet designers whose work regularly features on the Red Heart America website. PDF patterns for garments and accessories available in PDF format. | Pattern store on Ravelry |
| The Sisters Jones Collective @thesistersjones | Crochet collective creating and selling crochet pieces in order to generate donations which go to places/groups/people that facilitate and promote humanitarianism. Special orders also taken | www.thesistersjones.wordpress.com |
| Soni (USA) @swadeshandmades | Crochet designer and maker behind the Swades Hand Made brand selling ready to wear crochet accessories through Etsy | Etsy store for Swadeshandmades |
| Yvonne Tate (USA) @vcbvon | Crochet designer, bead fanatic, blogger selling patterns in PDF formatthrough Ravelry | linktr.ee/vcbvon |
| Natalie Thomas (USA) @detroitknots | Crochet designer of accessories and garments selling patterns in PDF format | Detroitknots pattern store on Ravelry |
| Courtney Whitehead (USA) @creationsbycourtneyllc | Blogger and crochet designer selling patterns in PDF format on Ravelry | CreationsbyCourt pattern store on Ravelry |
| Aniqua Janee Wilkerson (USA) @my_kinda_thing | Designer & maker of selling patterns in PDF format and custom dolls in an effort to promote pride and confidence in children of colour | Etsy store for mykindathing |
| Yarn Shop Denver (USA) @yarnshoppe_denver | Online and bricks and mortar store selling yarns, fibre based getaways and ready to wear crochet items | www.YarnShoppeStudio.com |
| Helda Panagary (UK) @heldap123 | Designer of stylish and colourful crochet fashion and home accessories who’s work regularly appears in Inside Crochet. Patterns available in PDF format. | Helda Panagary pattern store on Ravelry |
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