Author: Lesley Robinson

I am a work-at-home-mom doing freelance Interior Design in Lansing, Michigan, taking care of my two adorable boys and knitting whenever I get the chance. After graduating from the College for Creative Studies (located in Detroit, Michigan) with a degree in Interior Design and a minor in Fiber Design, I moved to New York City! I spent several years there working as a commercial Interior Designer and learned so much! I recently started publishing my own knitwear designs and knits for the home, and I just love everything about this incredible community!
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EXCLUSIVE Patreon Merch!

Exclusive OhWOW Amsterdam + Knit Graffiti merch!!

I am so excited to announce that the exclusive merch is on its way!! If you are a Knit Graffiti Patron, then you know that I’ve been working in the background on developing these one-of-a-kind knitting project and notions bags, and notebook covers. These are going to be exclusive to Patrons only!! I have a limited quantity, so be sure to sign up now if you want to get your hands on these!! See each photo below for how long you will need to pledge, and at what tier to sign up. You can also read more on my Patreon page!

Basic tier: Notebook covers (6 consecutive months pledge)
Intermediate tier: Cuties notions bag (3 consecutive months pledge)
Advanced tier: Large project bag (3 consecutive months pledge)

A bit more about this very exciting collaboration.

I absolutely love my Patreon community!! It has been growing since I started it in 2021, and I’m always thinking about new ways to keep my Patrons happy and to invite new people to join in. One day I cam across OhWOW Amsterdam‘s gorgeous project bags! I noticed that they work exclusively with yarn shops and dyers, and wondered if they would work with me to create exclusive project bags for my Patrons! Amazingly, they said YES!!

All of their bags are hand painted by Hester and Sylvie, the ladies who own the company. They took colors from my logo, and ideas from my knitting patterns to create these amazing bags and notebook covers!!

These are currently on their way to my house!! So if you sign up NOW, your pledge will begin and you can hold your spot to own one of these beauties!!

  • One-Color Brioche Patrons only will receive a Crafters Notebook with hand-painted fabric cover (6 consecutive months pledge) – 30 total
  • Two-Color Brioche Patrons only will receive a Cutie Notions Bag (3 consecutive months pledge) – SOLD OUT!!!
  • Three-Color Brioche Patrons only will receive a Large Project Bag, which has inside pockets and a shoulder strap (3 consecutive months pledge) – 50 total

Patrons who pledge at the One-Color Brioche tier will also receive an exclusive Knit Graffiti Enamel Pin!

I have only ordered a limited quantity of the OhWOW Amsterdam merch!! So after the signups, they are gone!! I will keep this page updated, as well as my Patreon, so as soon as they are gone you will know.

Thank you so much!! xx Lesley.

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New pattern and Summer KAL!

My newest NOT BRIOCHE pattern is now available on Ravelry and knitgraffiti.com!! Receive a 20% discount using coupon code EWE through Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at midnight CT!

You can also grab exclusive Hedgehog Fibres yarn kits through Do Ewe Knit and please join in the Summer Knit-A-Long!! You can find all the rules about the KAL in the group, as well as some awesome prizes you can win!!

Hah, not brioche. Is this a joke?? It is not at all!! I designed this shawl pattern for Do Ewe Knit for their Summer Knit-A-Long 2019, and they asked that I design something without brioche stitches. I actually love to take brioche breaks, and this was a welcome project. I was able to experiment with some fun and different shawl shapes that I’ve been wanting to try!

The colors I chose for this shawl were just too good to pass up. I was able to pick them out in person while visiting Do Ewe Knit for a workshop weekend last winter! That’s a rare thing for me, because I don’t travel very much and there hasn’t been a local yarn shop in my town for quite some time. There’s actually a new one though, I need to check it out!! But I digress.

A little more info about the shawl itself: it’s an asymmetrical crescent shape, created using short rows and stripes, with a large lace border with eyelet motifs and exaggerated scalloped edges. I wanted to design a pattern that would be straightforward to knit, but exciting at the same time! The shawl is mostly garter stitch, but the short rows, stripes, and eyelet border will keep you engaged. It’s totally beginner friendly!! I’ve even included a link to a new video tutorial that I put together for one of the knitting increases I developed for the pattern, the “k6st inc”. You can watch it on my YouTube channel, here you go:

So grab 3 skeins of fingering weight yarn in a speckled gradient or fade to knit this oversized asymmetrical crescent shawl! This pattern is available for everyone, you do not need to participate in the KAL! It’s a great stashbuster! I love to wear this shawl loosely around my neck and shoulders. It pairs perfectly over a favorite dress for fun date night, or with a light jacket for a night on the town.

Thank you so much for reading, and I hope you enjoy my newest pattern!! xx Lesley.

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Photo Tutorial :: Making tassels!

Today I would love to show you how I created the tassels for my new Golden Willow shawl, which is available on Ravelry and knitgraffiti.com!

Here is a step-by-step photo tutorial for you.

Step 1

Here are the materials you will need to make your tassels:
– Leftover yarn – I used all three colors from my Golden Willow shawl.
– Sharp scissors
– Tapestry needle
– Book or piece of cardboard measuring approximately 7” / 18cm in length, or size desired.
– Crochet hook (shown in photos below)

Step 2

Take all 3 strands of yarn together, and wrap yarn around book or cardboard many times to create the desired thickness of your tassel, starting at bottom. Break yarn at same place where you began wrapping.

Step 3

Cut two pieces of yarn at least 15” long (color choice up to you): one for tying the top of the tassel and connecting to the finished piece, and one for wrapping around the head of tassel. I chose the lightest Color A for connecting to my finished wrap, and the darkest Color C for wrapping the top.

Step 4

Step 4

Tie a knotted loop around 2” / 5 cm long (or desired length) around the top of the length of yarn that will be used for securing the tassel, and connecting to the finished piece. Slide pieces under yarn to secure tassel and tie in a double knot underneath. This will be the top of your tassel.

Step 5

Cut yarn at bottom of book or cardboard. This will be the bottom of your tassel. It does not need to be perfect yet.

Step 6

Remove tassel-in-progress from book or cardboard to continue working on it, and ensure that your knot is secure. Take the extra length of yarn you cut to create the head of your tassel.

Step 7

Step 7

Wrap yarn around several times until it is the desired thickness. Tie the yarn in a double knot, and secure the ends by placing onto tapestry needle, and weaving down into tassel.

Step 8

Trim ends evenly with sharp scissors.

Step 9

Step 9

Secure to finished piece with crochet hook.

Step 10

Pull tassel through loop.

You’re done!!

I hope you enjoyed this tutorial!!  Tassels are great to add to a number of projects, including shawls, pillows, draperies and even to make your own one-of-a-kind jewelry!! I love how they add weight and length to a shawl.  And they really dress it up!!  What are your favorite projects to add tassels to?

Thank you for following along, and I hope you enjoy! xx Lesley.

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Birthday Sale!!

Good morning, makers!! I’m here to announce my big BIRTHDAY SALE, both on Ravelry and here on my website!!!

To celebrate my 38th birthday on April 30, use coupon code HAPPY to receive a 38% discount on ALL of my self-published patterns and e-books, from April 29th through May 5, 2019!! Offer will end at midnight CT on Sunday, May 5th, 2019.

I am also hosting a big Knit Graffiti Knit-A-Long over in my Ravelry forums and on Instagram!  We would love for you to join us!  I will be releasing a new shawl pattern tomorrow, Golden Willow, and the KAL will be mostly focused on this new pattern.  But you can also knit ANY Knit Graffiti pattern!!  Bring your WIP’s, or cast on a new project you’ve been wanting to work on!! Be sure to use #knitgraffitiKAL and #knitgraffitiKAL2019 on Ravelry and social media so we can all follow along!

Here’s a sneak peek of my new shawl pattern:

So what will you be knitting?  I can’t wait to see all of your projects!!  Thank you so much! xx Lesley.

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New shawl pattern and video series!

Gem Waves is here!!  I am so excited to introduce my newest shawl pattern with you!  It’s available on both Ravelry and knitgraffiti.com!  I am offering an introductory discount, so be sure to use coupon code GEM at checkout through Friday, February 8 to receive 15% off! Offer will end at midnight CT.

I have also started a new video series over on my YouTube channel called “Pattern Lookbooks”!  Here is my first one, where I show a photo collage of Gem Waves, and talk about my inspiration and the yarn I used.

I enjoy writing, but I love to talk even more, haha!!  I could literally sit and talk about yarn and knitting all day.  And probably do sometimes!  I hope you enjoy this new series I’ve started. I’m hoping to do this for every pattern release, as well as go back and showcase some of my older patterns.

Thank you so much, and happy brioche-ing!! xx Lesley.

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New pattern release :: Gulf Waves shawl!

I am happy to announce that my Gulf Waves shawl pattern is now available as a digital download, both on Ravelry and knitgraffiti.com!!  I am offering an introductory discount, so be sure to use coupon code FUZZY at checkout to receive 20% off through Friday, January 11, 2019 at midnight CT!!

This fun crescent-shaped shawlette was originally designed for Fuzzy Goat, and their Fuzzy Fix subscription box #2! The boxes carried a Southern theme, and only used yarn dyers in the South!  This shawl uses one skein of Copper Corgi Savannah Sock yarn, in Fuzzy Goat’s custom color way, Westjack Kid.  The variegated colors are so gorgeous, and really inspired the name of my shawl.  I wanted to create a pattern that would really showcase the pooling and colors in this special skein, using simple textures like garter stitch, one-color brioche, and eyelet stockinette.  The textural stripes together create different densities and beautiful waves in the fabric!  So this is a great project for that very special skein in your stash!  Just keep in mind that the pattern uses 460 yards / 421 meters of fingering weight yarn, so if the skein you want to use is less than that, I recommend omitting ONE repeat of the stripes, but still ending with the last Brioche stripe. I have included instructions to customize your shawl in the pattern!

This is how I like to style mine!!  It’s perfect to add color and texture to your outfit any time of year!!  You could even wrap it around your shoulders on a cool summer evening, or wrap it tightly around your neck on a chilly winter day.

Are you still new to brioche knitting, or haven’t tried it before?  This is a great first project!!  One-color brioche is a wonderful way to get used to the movements with brioche stitches, and is broken up with breezy eyelet stockinette to give your brain a break.

I hope you enjoy my newest pattern, and happy brioche-ing!!  xx