Katie Jenkin's Company ‘Cardigan' Makes This Old School Hobby Lo
Shelby Lee Walsh — August 4, 2009 — Lifestyle
References: cardigan.ltd.uk & blog.urbanoutfitters
Knitting has never looked so yummy. Katie Jenkins makes this almost edible knit art under the title, ‘Cardigan.’ The company began in 2001 and knitted its way into the hearts of such labels as Donna Karan, Sonia Rykiel and Missoni.
Besides fashion, accessories and cards, Jenkins also offers a selection of art collections titled Comfort Food, Soft Smokes, Cardigan in Bloom and Fish & Stitches. All of these collections feature knitted versions of common everyday items.
Check out the gallery above to see some really cool knitted foodstuffs.
Besides fashion, accessories and cards, Jenkins also offers a selection of art collections titled Comfort Food, Soft Smokes, Cardigan in Bloom and Fish & Stitches. All of these collections feature knitted versions of common everyday items.
Check out the gallery above to see some really cool knitted foodstuffs.
Trend Themes
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