As a former shop owner in New York City and Scottsdale Arizona:

• I had the luxury of immediate feedback, which is why I understand the need for clarity in written patterns.
• I understand that you want to substitute a different yarn than called for in a particular pattern.
• I realize knitters want different types of projects for many different reasons.
- a quick non-thinking project
- easy but still high style
- project to learn new knitting techniques
- long term labor intensive project

As a knitwear designer:

• I am always aware of the latest knitwear trends.
• I know what is flattering to different body types.
• In addition to classic styles, I combine closet sweater design (fun to knit and way out there.) with a design that you will be excited to wear and show off.
• I have been published in Vogue Knitting and Knit Simple