Posts Tagged Knitting
Why Knot | Meital Bailey | Praying to the Gods of Winter
“We all lead lives that are hectic and fast paced, and when I knit I get to take a break from it all and make time slow down if only for a short while.” What can I say, Meital Bailey and her Why Knot scarves won me over with this perfect philosophy. Oh, and there’s more: “I like to think that because our items are hand knit in a process that cherishes these quiet and calming influences these feelings are passed to anyone who wears them”. OK, now I seriously need to find me some Airy Golden Strings and wrap myself in it and pray for the gods of winter to skip this winter, just this one time!
{A DesignBreak by Yael Schiller}
www.whyknot.co.il


Noa Kedmi | The Textile Whisperer
I kept hearing the name Noa Kedmi all over and I was thrilled when she wrote me and told me about her latest revelation.
As a recent textile design graduate Noa began taking pictures of her fellow graduate’s graduation projects, only then she discovered that photographing textile is exactly what she wants to do for the rest of her life. She knows all the inside secrets so that’s why her photographs tell a different story.
Here is a glimpse of Noa’s pictures of Tal Lebendiger’s “Between the Knots” graduation project.
You can get in touch with Noa here: angikedmi {at} gmail {dot} com


TAYO | Knitting While Sitting

Tamar Kodman Garcia and Yodfat Sternreich know a thing or two about motherhood, family and in between. The two decided there is room for a breeze of fresh air in the Israeli design scene, so they mixed natural materials with clean lines and modern simplicity. Their first attempt as a duo was knitting cushion seats for the little ones and I think they nailed it! It looks SO smart and playful. Just one more thing, if you can think of anything your child would like, don’t hesitate to contact the two. They are up for the challenge! I dare you to try ;) At the moment TAYO has just a facebook page but soon enough the website will be up and running.
{A DesignBreak by Gili Ungar}

Student Break | Rotem Wilk | Knitted Snow White’s Gown

Rotem Wilk’s graduation project at the Textile Design Department of Shenkar College of Engineering and Design is pure genius. Rotem began her journey by researching spiral structures first in nature and then she focused on Zaha Hadid‘s architectural structures. Movement, transparency and geometrical shapes where the foundation of her research and the final outcome is breathtaking knitted perfection. While trying to figure out which pictures to show, all I could think about was this is exactly how Snow White’s ball gown would look like!
{Photos by Noa Gitelman}
You can get in touch with Rotem here:
rotemwilk {at} walla {dot} com

Avivit Sharabi | Precious Beads

Avivit began her designed journey as a textile design student at Melbourne Australia and only returned to Israel about a year ago. During this year she worked on her debut collection, which is all about taking the traditional hand made jewelry to the next level.
When making these needle crafted jewelry, Avivit works with high quality materials making them unique and exciting.
I’ve seen and touched it all and all I can say is we all need a touch of Avivit Sharabi in our accessory box ;)
You can get in touch with Avivit here: avivit.bijou {at} gmail {dot} com

World Break | Eleanor Bolton | Giant Scale. Soft Sensation.

  • 100 Metres Knotted Neckpiece
  • Grey Coiled Rope Necklace
  • Knotted Coiled Rope Necklace
  • Block Blues | Coiled Cotton Rope Necklace
  • Twisted Coiled Rope Necklace
  • Red and Knotted Coiled Neckpiece
Since developing her own craft technique of coiling and stitching cotton rope during her time at the RCA, this gal doesn’t show any signs of slowing down.
Eleanor Bolton keeps on stitching, knotting and twisting her way to the big league!
“Eleanor’s jewellery practice focuses on an innovative use of materials, how a material can be manipulated using simple techniques to create something unexpected and unusual while exploring the boundaries of form and function.”
Don’t know what about you, but for me it’s the ultimate statement piece!
{This is a British World Break}
www.eleanorbolton.com

World Break | Emmadime | Knitting Bows

I’m pretty sure I’ve seen Emma Ann Robertson’s work before… I just can’t put my finger on it.
Once I dug into her blissful blog I found myself hours later, mesmerized by her distinguished sense of style!
Emma is a graphic designer by day and a knitting princes by night. Her, Emmadime : Knitted photo shoot blew my mind. Such a woolish fairytale!
You can read a lot more about Emma’s world right here.
Don’t know what about you, but a knitted bow is just what I need right now.
{This is an American World Break}
{Photos by Matthew Moore}
cargocollective.com/emma

One On One Break | Atara de Lange | Rubber World

One of my first posts I ever wrote was about the work of art by the extraordinarily Atara de Lange.
Have you ever thought about knitting with rubber? Well, I sure didn’t until I first stumbled upon her one of a kind creations.
Since then, Atara got bigger and better than ever!
Join me for a One On One Break with this unique lady.

www.ataradl.com
I’d love to hear about you, your journey, how it all began.
I am a textiles and fashion designer. I knit accessoires from eleastic thread. Since I designed my graduation project at the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design, I’ve been working and experimenting with elastic threads.Atara
How is it like working with a rubber?
Knitting rubber requires special tools. I use special knitting needles made out of wood in various sizes.
The naked rubber is a natural material, produced by the rubber tree and it deteriorates as time passes. My items are handmade and one of a kind.
Atara
What is the most unusual piece you have ever designed?
In my eyes, all of my designs are unusual. At the moment they are being sold in museum shops around the US. The fact that my designs are being sold at the MoMA Store in New York, is a great honor for me.Atara
What’s next? What is your dream?
I hope and dream that all of this will go on and develop into something bigger.Atara
If you had an extra hour each day what would you do with it?
If I could have an extra hour, I would definitely do some yoga.Atara
I’m curious to know where does your inspiration come from?
My inspiration comes from within and also by working and playing with different materials.Atara
Can you tell me which websites and blogs do you visit regularly?
I have to admit that I don’t spend too much time on blogs and various websites.Atara

Student Break | Linor Shturem | Between Art And Design

Linor is a 2010 graduate of the Textile Design Department at Shenkar College of Engineering and Design.
While writing this, Linor is in India clearing her mind, absorbing and being inspired…
Her graduation project was inspired by rusty objects. It all began with collecting old objects, tribal instruments, kitchen utensils and garden tools. Linor combined knitting linen thread with copper she manipulated.
Oxidation.Rust.Texture.Soft.Stiff.That’s what it’s all about. BTW, I wrote about Linor’s Nitca line a while back.
You can get in touch with Linor here:
sh_linor {at} hotmail {dot} com

Manafka Mina | Hadar Kaplan | Cupcakes, anyone?

These days I can only dream about cupcakes, this is why Hadar’s version is like a fresh breath of air.
You can visit her Etsy Shop if you want to get into your inner knit soul.
You can get in touch with Hadar here:
manafkamina {at} gmail {dot} com

Mora Dimerman | She Knows How To Make It Work

Not so long ago I introduced you to the work of the lovely Mora Dimerman.
Mora was kind enough to tell me about her new collection and what a collection it is! I bet it took her a long time to make this stunning line! Way to go Mora… Can’t wait to see what you will pull out of your sleeve next.

moradimerman.wix.com

Mira Mory | She knows how to knit

Mira’s love of textures has brought her to concentrate on knitting her jewelry.
I love the way each piece feels like a little sculpture.
You can buy your own knitted piece here.

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