One Wild Designs

Our best advice for knitting your first sweater.

We've gone back and updated two of our early releases.

Join us for a walk through Marie in Paris and Breaker, the two cardigans from the Athleisure Collection. We talk about the construction, the fibers, and our different use of bust darts to give you a full overview of our goals and vision for this collection. The Athleisure Collection is now available on our website, onewilddesigns.com!  Do you enjoy the live format, or prefer the pre-recorded episodes? Let us know in the comments, we want to hear what you think! Wanna meet us IRL? Jen will be in Portland at the Rose City Yarn Crawl We will be in Pittsburgh on February 19th, and are working to organize something at a LYS. Details to come! Links Marie in Paris: https://onewilddesigns.com/products/marie-in-paris Breaker: https://onewilddesigns.com/products/breaker Marsha’s Pride: https://onewilddesigns.com/products/marshas-pride Keeper: https://onewilddesigns.com/products/keeper Carol Bralette: https://onewilddesigns.com/products/carol-bralette Knitted Wit: https://knittedwit.com/ Wandering Flock: https://thewanderingflock.com/ Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild

Let's discuss your fit issues! It's a fit grab bag, and we're answering your fit questions. From vertical bust darts, and how to add them into colorwork or lace textures, to a deep dive into the weeds on armhole and underarm depth, we cover your knitting fit FAQs. Plus, what's coming next for One Wild Designs and where we'll be for the next couple of months. Do you enjoy the live format or prefer the pre-recorded version of the podcast? Let us know in the comments, we want to know what you think! Wanna meet us IRL? Jen will be in Portland at the Rose City Yarn Crawl Links Alice Tee: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/alice-tee Plusses: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/plusses Carol Bralette: https://onewilddesigns.com/products/carol-bralette Marie in Paris: https://onewilddesigns.com/products/marie-in-paris Breaker: https://onewilddesigns.com/products/breaker Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild www.onewilddesigns.com email at Info@OneWildDesigns.com IG: @OneWildDesigns

Choosing a size based on upper bust - why, how, and when we wouldn't.

What makes a knitting practice sustainable?

Episode 26 Let's talk about gauge! When is it worth it to modify a pattern when you're not getting gauge? What would Jen and Bess do? (And how much math is involved?) Today we're troubleshooting common problems, including what to do when your row gauge is off, and how you can find the best substitution when swapping in different yarns. Links Winter Workshops and 1:1 Consults for knitters and industry: https://onewilddesigns.com/pages/learn-with-us Sign up for our newsletter: https://onewilddesigns.com/ What to do if you can’t get gauge: https://www.jpknitsthings.com/post/what-to-do-if-you-can-t-get-gauge Episode 12 - Gauge Talk: https://youtu.be/j6px8FHXF8M Tori Tank: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/tori-tank Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild www.onewilddesigns.com email at Info@OneWildDesigns.com IG: @OneWildDesigns

You’ve seen the “what’s on our needles” knitting podcasts, but today we’re talking about what’s in our spreadsheets. Take a look behind the scenes as Jen and Bess co-work on nailing down Jen’s spring tank design. Plus, we share all the details of upcoming UX Knit calls, Winter Workshops, and member Lives! Links Winter Workshops and 1:1 Consults for knitters and industry: https://onewilddesigns.com/pages/learn-with-us Alternating skeins and knitting with hand-dyed yarn: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/blogs/elizabeth-margaret-designs/alternating-skeins-and-knitting-with-hand-dyed-yarn?_pos=1&_sid=8433bc241&_ss=r Episode 5 - Using Color in Your Handknits: https://youtu.be/Ndkn4h_5sZc Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild www.onewilddesigns.com Email Us: Info@OneWildDesigns.com IG: @OneWildDesigns

Episode 24 What are the differences between designs for breasts and without breasts and how do you adapt them? Why is shoulder width important and how does it work in ease and construction? Is there a benefit to knitting a sleeve flat vs. in the round? Today we're answering your fit questions!  If your question wasn't answered today, please let us know what it is! Links Alice Tee: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/alice-tee Early Sowing: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/early-sowing Soft Structure: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/soft-structure-for-children Want to get on our new combined mailing list? Sign up here: https://onewilddesigns.com/ Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild www.onewilddesigns.com, or email at hello@KnitFixAndChill.com Bess's website: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/ Jen's website: https://www.jpknitsthings.com/ Or find us on IG at @elizabeth.margaret.knits, @JP_Knits_Things, and @OneWildDesigns

Episode 23 A recap of our time in New York for the Wool and Folk and Sheep and Wool festivals. We cover what knits caught our eye, what Indian restaurants we recommend, and our one tip to get the best New York festival experience. Also, what's coming next for One Wild Designs?  Links Alice Tee: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/alice-tee Plusses: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/plusses Tech Tip Talk book: https://www.techtiptalk.com/ Want to get on our new combined mailing list? Sign up here: https://onewilddesigns.com/ Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild www.knitfixandchill.com, or email at hello@KnitFixAndChill.com Bess's website: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/ Jen's website: https://www.jpknitsthings.com/ Or find us on IG at @elizabeth.margaret.knits, @JP_Knits_Things, and @OneWildDesigns

Common fit issues and modifications.

Today we’re covering a bundle of measurements that’s often left out of fit conversations - the athletic build. We define exactly what we mean when we talk about an athletic build, and what kind of adjustments this body type could benefit from in raglan, drop shoulder, and circular yoke construction. We also reveal all the details of our upcoming (as in, coming out tomorrow, Oct. 5th) collection, Body of Work! Wanna meet us IRL? We’ll be at Wool and Folk (meetup details TBD). You can find Jen at the Queen City Yarns booth at both the preview event and on the day of, and Bess exploring around the festival. Find tickets here: https://www.woolandfolk.com/ We’ll also be Sheep and Wool for a meetup, on the hill on Sunday @10:30am for Sunday brunch-style knitting.  Links The “Athletic Build” blog post: https://www.jpknitsthings.com/post/the-quote-un-quote-athlete-build Armhole depth resources: episode 3, episode 13, episode 14, and episode 18 Body of Work (all the patterns and deets!): https://onewilddesigns.com/ Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild www.onewilddesigns.com, or email at hello@KnitFixAndChill.com Bess's website & newsletter: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/ Jen's website & newsletter: https://www.jpknitsthings.com/ Or find us on IG at @elizabeth.margaret.knits, @JP_Knits_Things, and @OneWildDesigns

A behind the scenes look at what it's like working as a knitwear designer in the fiber arts industry.

Episode 19 We asked our KAL peeps what they most frequently style their knits with. Today we're sharing our own knitwear styling go-to's. We explore styling different bottoms, wearing knit dresses, and how to find your own style among changing trends. Wanna meet us IRL? We’ll be in Baltimore at Lovely Yarns on September 20th from 7-9pm: tickets available here https://www.lovelyarns.com/service-page/an-evening-with-jen-bess?referral=service_list_widget We’ll also be at Wool and Folk: tickets available here https://www.woolandfolk.com/ And Sheep and Wool on the hill on Sunday @10:30am for Sunday brunch-style knitting Links Sarah Pullover: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/sarah-pullover Therese Dress: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/therese-dress Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild www.knitfixandchill.com, or email at hello@KnitFixAndChill.com Bess's website & newsletter: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/ Jen's website & newsletter: https://www.jpknitsthings.com/ Or find us on IG at @elizabeth.margaret.knits and @JP_Knits_Things, and now at @OneWildDesigns

Today we're talking all about our favorite EASY modifications for a great fit, with lots of info on measurements - plus a sneak peek at some upcoming designs. KAL Discount Code for 15% Off: ONEWILDKAL Wanna meet us IRL? We’ll be in Baltimore, MD and Harrisburg, PA in mid-September (more details coming soon!) We’ll also be at Wool and Folk: tickets available here https://www.woolandfolk.com/ And Sheep and Wool on the hill on Sunday @10:30am for Sunday brunch-style knitting Links Bess is wearing her Therese Dress: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/therese-dress Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild www.knitfixandchill.com, or email at hello@KnitFixAndChill.com Bess's website & newsletter: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/ Jen's website & newsletter: https://www.jpknitsthings.com/ Or find us on IG at @elizabeth.margaret.knits and @JP_Knits_Things, and now at @OneWildDesigns

We're answering your questions from the comments on recent episodes, from biasing in knit fabric to bust darts to making as an act of rebellion. Plus, some big announcements! KAL Discount Code for 15% Off: ONEWILDKAL Wanna meet us IRL? We’ll be in Baltimore, MD and Harrisburg, PA in mid-September (more details coming soon!) We’ll also be at Wool and Folk: tickets available here https://www.woolandfolk.com/ And Sheep and Wool on the hill on Sunday @10:30am for Sunday brunch-style knitting Links Bust Shaping Resource: Little Red in the City by Ysolda Teague  Bess’ Ko-fi Page: https://ko-fi.com/elizabethmargaretknits Jen’s Ko-fi Page: https://ko-fi.com/jpknitsthings Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild www.knitfixandchill.com, or email at hello@KnitFixAndChill.com Bess's website & newsletter: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/ Jen's website & newsletter: https://www.jpknitsthings.com/ Or find us on IG at @elizabeth.margaret.knits and @JP_Knits_Things, and now at @OneWildDesigns

We dish a lot of intermediate and advanced knitting tips - but what if you're new to knitting garments? Here's our top tips for your first sweater cast on just for you. Links Mae Summer Crop: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/mae-summer-crop Soft Structure: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/soft-structure-for-adults Classic LBD: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/classic-lbd Therese Dress: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/therese-dress Alice Tee: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/alice-tee Andrea Gaughan’s Instagram: @andrea.gaughan.knits  Galax Tee: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/galax-2 Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild www.knitfixandchill.com, or email at hello@KnitFixAndChill.com Bess's website & newsletter: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/ Jen's website & newsletter: https://www.jpknitsthings.com/ Or find us on IG at @elizabeth.margaret.knits and @JP_Knits_Things

Formula patterns auto-generate from software or a spreadsheet - you enter your measurements and get something customized.  We are often asked what we think of these patterns and if we plan to adopt this method of pattern writing, but we are often asked in spaces where we don't have a lot of nuance. So today, we are taking some time to share our thoughts, identify the tradeoffs of this type of pattern writing, and to idealize about what we would need these patterns to be capable of for us to embrace them for our brands. Links The Alice Tee: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/alice-tee The Anna Tee: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/products/anna-tee Find us online https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/one-wild www.knitfixandchill.com, or email at hello@KnitFixAndChill.com Bess's website & newsletter: https://elizabethmargaretdesigns.com/ Jen's website & newsletter: https://www.jpknitsthings.com/ Or find us on IG at @elizabeth.margaret.knits and @JP_Knits_Things

Bess shares her response to Jen's workshop on Fit (Ep 14.1). In this episode Bess talks all things fit feels. Plus, why making clothes that actually fit you is an anti-capitalist rebellion.

While Bess is on vocal rest, Jen takes you through a look at what exactly is "good fit."