Designer Knitwear from Scarlett+Atticus

In the world of fashion, the popularity of knitwear continues to rise, but it is difficult to find high-quality, individual pieces that aren’t mass produced from a machine. When I think of knitwear, I think of an art form. As a child, I would watch my grandmother for hours and hours knitting the next grandchild-to-be a piece made just for them. She could twirl her needles and yarn with grace and ease. There were a few occasions that she took the time to try to teach me but I never got past the first row. It wasn’t until about a year ago that I read a popular book about a Friday night knitting club, that I realized I wanted to learn the tradition of knitting. I started with a bookmark, moved on to a washcloth, and then a scarf. (Note: a scarf is just a really long washcloth). I called my grandmother and told her that, after all this time, I got past the first row! She was so glad that someone from the next generation of our family had learned. I never got the chance to show her my humble creations but every time I pick up a pair of knitting needles and attempt a new stitch (I still can’t get pass Knit 1, Purl 1), I think of her and I sitting in her living room laughing and talking while her hands and fingers whirled out a new creation.

If you’re like me and appreciate intricate and hand-knitted pieces, but don’t have the skills to produce your own then look to Scarlett+Atticus, a fashion brand that specializes in designing and hand-making knitwear. Started in 2010, they combine modern and vintage aesthetics through traditional knitting and produce high-quality, exclusive individual pieces. They take custom orders and have merchandise available including scarfs, hats, legwarmers, hair accessories, handbags, baby items, pet items, and home decor. These are the types of items that you will cherish and can hand down to the next generation.