Knitting Heroes (3KCBWDAY3)

When I first read the topic for today I wasn't sure who I would consider a knitting hero. I think I was put off by the word "hero."
But I've read a few other bloggers take on the topic, and realized I'm more comfortable writing about knitters who inspire me. And I'm continually inspired by other knitters.

First of all, I feel I should mention Eskimimi who started Knitting and Crochet Blog Week. I wouldn't be writing this if it wasn't for her! And I also have to mention PDXKnitterati, since her blog led me to Eskimimi. I've enjoyed reading PDXKnitterati's blog, and also like her patterns. I hadn't considered trying entrelac until I saw her lovely designs! Haven't gotten around to trying entrelac yet, but it's on the list now!

I have also been inspired by Feministy, who is the designer behind the recent cowl KAL that I participated in (and the topic of many previous blog posts). I think the first pattern I knit of hers was the Traveling Woman Shawl (I was going to show you a picture, but can't seem to get pictures off my phone right now.)

Another designer I recently discovered is Fickleknitter. I am currently knitting her Ballerina Shawl, which is well written and has challenged me to knit bobbles and a knit on edging for a lace shawl.

I also admire PNWBookGirl for organizing our local Knit in Public and Spin in Public Days. And also for trying so many different crafts - she has tried spinning, yarn dying, knitting and crochet. I originally met PNWBookGirl during a knitting class, and she managed to finish the market bag we were making, while mine is still sitting half done... and if I ever finish that bag it will because she keeps giving me a hard time about it ;)

I was also impressed by the random knitter I met on the MAX last month who said she knits a pair of socks in 2 weeks! (The fastest I've knit a pair of socks so far has been 6 weeks.)

I feel thankful to live in such a crafty place, where I can continually be inspired by knitters, designers, dyers, and spinners. Who are your knitting heroes?

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