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EP #24 // Behind the scenes of a knitwear design business with Alexi Tavel
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(All links from this episode can be found below)
Welcome to this inspiring episode of the Knitting Mamas Podcast, where we dive deep into the creative world of Alexi, one of my favorite knitwear designers and founder of Two of Wands. From early lessons with her grandmother to pioneering new trends in the knitting community, Alexi shares her evolution from a fashion student to a beloved figure in the world of fiber arts.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
- Alexi’s introduction to knitting and how it intertwined with her artistic upbringing.
- Her journey through fashion design and costume construction, highlighting the unique skills she acquired from a non-traditional fashion program.
- The pivotal role of a tarot reading in her decision to pivot from fashion to founding Two of Wands.
- Insights into her design process, including how she transitioned from selling finished pieces to creating scalable knitting and crochet patterns.
- The impact of the pandemic on her business and how it spurred new levels of creativity and collaboration.
- Alexi’s perspective on knitting and crochet as tools for self-care and mental wellness.
- A sneak peek into her upcoming designs and the future of Two of Wands.
Connect with Alexi:
- Follow Alexi on Instagram and Facebook @TwoOfWands
- Explore her designs and sign up for exclusive updates at her website www.twoofwands.com
Patterns and links from this episode:
www.yarnsub.com (find yarn substitutions quickly)
Coffee Shop Scarf (her first design for LB)
Slouchy Hanging Baskets (I might make these to store some of my yarn away from my puppy who seems to think it’s toys lol)
Enjoy this episode as Alexi takes us through her vibrant journey in the knitting world, illustrating that creativity and determination can weave the most beautiful patterns in both art and life.
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