Are you ready to become a confident knitter?
Do you get all excited when you see a new pattern release from your favorite designer but then you realize you don’t understand how to do some of the techniques?
Have you knit a sweater… or two… that looked so beautiful but didn’t actually fit the way you wanted it to?
Are you too nervous to try new techniques because you’re afraid that you won’t be able to do it well and your project will fall apart?
Have you been frustrated by the free tutorials you’ve found that didn’t really explain what you needed to know (or spent too much time just chatting)?
If you’re ready to make beautiful hand-knit garments (that actually fit), keep reading.
My goal is to give you the tools and resources so you’re ready to tackle that new pattern you’ve wanted to knit or try a technique that used to feel intimidating. Or perhaps even start creating your own designs.
I want you to knit with confidence.
“I believe every knitter can find their confidence and create beautiful hand-knit garments.”
Tonia Lyons
Are you ready?
Are you ready to try that new knitting technique or pattern?
Are you ready for people to say, “I love that sweater, where can I get one?!” when they see you in a beautiful sweater that you knit.
When you join the Tonia Knits community you’ll get the practical tips and tricks you need to create beautiful, hand-knit garments and become a confident, adventurous knitter.
Meet Tonia
I didn’t start knitting until I was 40 years old. It began as a way to connect with my sister-in-law, who loves to knit. What I didn’t realize as she was teaching me to knit that first dishcloth was how much I would adore knitting – the feelings of accomplishment and pride I would feel when I completed those first few projects. I loved knitting so much that I started carrying a small project in my purse so I could knit during those spare moments when I was out and about.
But my knitting wasn’t without its struggles – dishcloths that weren’t quite square, slippers that were too tight, hats that were too small, and socks that didn’t fit properly. While a few projects came out well, many more ended up getting ripped out or tossed aside. I was discouraged that I couldn’t seem to create the beautiful, well-fitting pieces I saw others creating.
I realized if I wanted to create garments that were beautiful and fit well that I would need to do some research, so I started collecting books, watching YouTube videos, and taking online and in-person classes – all in an effort to improve my knitting. And the work paid off in spades. The first sweater I knit actually fit and looked really nice! I gained confidence and started tackling more difficult projects and even designed a few projects of my own. All of these things helped me improve my knitting and gave me the skills I needed to become a confident and adventurous knitter.
Let me show you how you can do the same. It’s possible to enjoy the knitting process and create beautiful, well-fitting garments. Believe me, nothing will give you a greater sense of accomplishment than a stranger complimenting your sweater or shawl and replying, “Thanks! I made it myself.”
How I Can Help:
Knitting is my passion and now my career. I’m a Master Hand Knitter, Certified Knitting Teacher, and Knitwear Designer and I want to use my skills to help you become a confident, adventurous knitter. Here are a few of the resources you can use to start that journey:
Printable Guide: Reading Your Stitches
FREE! Knitting Resource Library
Video Course: Fix Your Knits! How to recognize and fix your knitting mistakes
I’d love to hear your story. What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to knitting? You can send an email right now or connect with me on Instagram.
I’m looking forward to hearing from YOU!