A bit about me . . .
Thanks for stopping by. I'm a long-time marketing executive, reinventing myself as a yarn crafter and and instructor. I've truly found my niche in inspiring beginner knitters to take up a new passion.
I've been knitting for more than 20 years and teaching for more than 5 years. I love to cook and am obsessed with making things for the house -- blankets, pillows, guest towels, cozies and the odd bit of Judaica.
“The class was great, Rosanne explained the techniques and stitches very clearly and thoroughly. She obviously knows her stuff. As I advance I look forward to more classes! Thank you!”
One day I bought a knitted poncho, and it was a little expensive. On examination, I realized it was just a rectangle, and I thought, "I can do that." I went directly to a yarn store near my house where the yarn was organized by color. I was breathless. It was all so gorgeous and I wanted to touch everything. I bought a bunch of yarn, learned a stitch and began my first project. It didn't go that well, since I had the wrong yarn, the wrong stitch and the wrong project. As a result, I've resolved to teach knitting the right way -- helping knitters walk before they run, become self-sufficient and gain the knowledge to match yarn to patterns to needles to create projects they will love.
After 20 years as a marketing communications professional, I finally had the opportunity to take my love of knitting to the next level by working a New York yarn store and teach beginners. I'm thrilled to now be able to take the next step and teach knitting my own way.
I'm a born and bred New Yorker, but I lived in Seattle for many years, so I've mellowed, slightly.