This is the first time I’ve attended Knitting Vogue Live in NYC and I’m so glad I did! I took the train up on Friday and Saturday morning. Friday, I attended Boob Camp taught by Kim McBrien Evans. The instructor was very informative, and I learned a lot about fit. One of my biggest takeaways is how the sizing charts that I use to help me design knitting patterns are typically sized for a B-cup. I didn’t realize this, and it has given me a whole new perspective on sizing charts. There are several I use, but the ones with more detailed information are the ones that I need to use more frequently. This information will help me create more inclusive designs that fit all bodies better. Related to this, I learned how measurements taken over skeletal areas are less likely to change much during your lifespan but that measurements taken over “squishier” body parts can change significantly. It makes complete sense, I just never thought about it in those terms before. Overall, I found the whole class fascinating.
Lisa, a fellow designer, and one of my test knitters attended the class with me. Her valuable feedback during the test knitting process helped me adjust my Shade Garden design. I enjoyed meeting with her for the class, getting lunch, and discussing knitting and knit design. She is a lovely person!
I caught the early train on Saturday morning, arriving before the marketplace opened. I used this time to explore the amazing art installations on display. Once the marketplace opened, I perused two floors of amazing yarn and knitting-related items. One of my favorites was Handspun Hope's yarn company. I love their mission to provide women in Rwanda with safe and sustainable work for fair wages. The yarn is lovely and is dyed using natural, local ingredients. In addition to many yarn vendors, several fashion shows took place throughout the day. I watched parts of them and enjoyed each designer’s ideas for color, form, and fit.
Overall, it was an amazing experience that I’m looking forward to again. Next time I would like to take advantage of a few more classes. It was hard to know what to expect since I hadn’t attended before, but I think the classes are useful and great fun too!
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