Kate Larson (she/her) is Senior Editor of Farm & Fiber Knits. For nearly as long as Kate has been handspinning and knitting, she has been helping others find their paths as makers and forge deeper connections with the landscapes that produce the wool and cotton, flax, and silk that they hold in their hands. While Kate has published a book, many articles and patterns, and several instructional videos, she especially loves celebrating the work of other fiber folks. The editor of Spin Off from 2018–2025, she directs spinning events in addition to editing Farm & Fiber Knits. If you can’t find Kate, she’s most likely in the barn having a chat with her beloved Border Leicester sheep.
From pastures to pullovers: we can’t wait for you to see what our amazing designers, authors, and contributors have created for you! Let me show you around the issue.
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Meg Swansen’s new cap pattern gives you two options for a two-color cast-on. One is easy peasy, while the second is just a bit spicy!
Sheep are often misunderstood. There are a few common sheep myths that this ovine-besotted shepherd would just like to clear up.
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Looking for high-drama cables? This guide will help you trouble-shoot wonky cables, choose yarns, and find the fabric you love.
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Do you have some odd balls in deep stash that could use a summer refresh? Natural indigo dye can be easier to use than you think!
Hate using DPNs? There might be a good reason—and a solution!
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With a little time and no tools at all, you can wind the best center-pull balls around.
Want to try going all-natural? Traditional stockings can give us clues about what to look for in modern yarns.
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Mary Lou Egan’s new mitten/mitt pattern makes variegated yarns sing.
