Let's give a warm welcome to Katherine, owner of House of Knot!
All About Katherine
Where are you located?
Toronto, ON
Do you have a job outside of this?
Not currently, I am 90% working at House of Knot but I sometimes take on contract positions just in case.
What’s your dream vacation spot?
OOOOOooo hard one, but I would love Indonesia, I
dream it would be every bit adventurous and every bit as beautiful as I imagine.
What’s your favorite color(s)?
I like cool colours, Blues, Teals, Purples.
What’s your favorite food/meal?
Anything my husband makes.
What’s your least favorite food/meal?
Liver
Do you have a favorite movie or TV show?
Favorite Movie, “Under the tuscan sun” or “Because
I said so”
Do you have other hobbies?
I love trying all
types of art, currently I am working on my calligraphy and watercolor.
What’s 1 (or more) weird/strange fact(s) about you?
I love 90’s actions movies
What’s the most spontaneous thing you’ve done in your life?
Left on a trip to Europe by
myself when I was 24.
Do you have a favorite holiday?
None that are a favourite, but any excuse to spend time with family and friends I’m all for.
Do you have a favorite season?
Winter, only up until my birthday in February, then It can be summer the rest of the year 🙂
What inspires or motivates you?
Mistakes, accidents, and failures, they are all HUGE in
creating inspiration and nothing motivates me more than trying again.
If you could do one thing for the world (people or environment), what would it be?
To spread kindness
All About House of Knot
How long have you been knitting?
I first learned as a
child but didn’t pick it back up until I was in my 20s
When did you start House of Knot?
2010
Why did you start?
I started to share my moms talent and to show her that she is amazing 🙂
What’s your favorite thing you’ve made?
My patch work jumpsuit
What’s a piece of advice for someone just starting out in your field?
Keep learning, keep
diving deeper into the craft and keep practicing.
Does your company have a mascot?
A Sheep
What was your most memorable challenge?
Hand knitting 10 looks for a runway
How did or are you overcoming this challenge?
I can’t say we overcame the challenge we just pushed through to make the deadline. It was such a goal of mine to have my pieces in a runway show, nothing was going to stop me from making that happen.
What’s next for House of Knot?
I am releasing some patterns from my first
collection and I’m branching into some cut and sew items this coming year ( Spoiler!)
The Future for House of Knot
What’s your latest project?
Currently I am working on currently working on the collection of patterns from my first collection.
Where did the inspiration come from for this project?
I am always asked if I sell any of my patterns and I never have. This being my 10th year in business I thought it would be nice to offer them.
Have there been any challenges with this project?
I think because I have never actually written a pattern I am nervous of the layout and the ease of my written instruction.
Will this be free or paid?
This will be a paid pattern however I am offering all readers of this blog a 50% discount to all the patterns until the end of the
year 🙂 use code PUGLOVEREADER
Where can we find this project when it’s finished (i.e. Etsy, blog, website)?
www.houseofknot.ca
When will it be finished?
Now! I am releasing the patterns Monday Dec 22nd (TODAY!)
Sneak Peak
Here are some photos of Katherine’s newest patterns:
Dreamer Toque
&
Dreamer mitts
Go and give Katherine some LOVE! Like, share, or check out her beautiful knitwear. Her Artic Toque is just so pretty. Remember, supporting Katherine is supporting a small business and a local maker’s dream.
Here are the links:
Instagram: @houseofknot
Website: www.houseofknot.ca
Katherine is releasing 2 new patterns TODAY! Head to her website to check them out or use that coupon code she graciously provided for us to get a discount on a new pattern!!!!
Comment below if you have any questions for Katherine or House of Knot
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xoxo, Lindsey
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