Mindy Wilkes

I taught myself to knit back in 2003 from Debbie Stoller’s original Stitch n’ Bitch book. I never thought I would start designing patterns myself until I had an idea for a shawl that wouldn’t go away. That idea became the Holden Shawlette, and by the time I released that as a free pattern, I was completely and totally head over heels with designing. I have crafted a career that allows me to combine designing and staying at home with my children, which is the best of both worlds. I design mostly accessories because I love small projects. I work part-time at my local yarn store where I often teach a variety of knitting classes.

I live in suburban Cincinnati, Ohio, with my husband and our two children. I grew up in a small town just outside of Huntington, West Virginia. Now, if you ever meet me in person, you’ll understand why I don’t sound like I’m from Ohio. Our family is very active in the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati (DSAGC). I help to coordinate a parent and family group for the northern counties of the Cincinnati metro area.

My website is mindywilkesdesigns.com/blog and I have a Ravelry Group Mindy Wilkes Designs where you can join the discussion about my designs. You can post questions about the patterns there. Feel free to share your projects there too!

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