TIN CAN KNITS is the collaboration of two Canadian designers, Alexa Ludeman and Emily Wessel. They have been publishing their patterns since 2009, and their beautifully presented books are filled with gorgeous, wearable projects for all the family. Their collections include Strange Brew, Mad Colour, and Road Trip. Emily and Alexa are also passionate about helping novice knitters, and their website offers free patterns and tutorials for sweaters, socks, hats, mittens and more.
Who inspired you to take up knitting?
Alexa: “I’m not quite sure what sparked the idea, but one day, when I was in high school, I decided I would learn to knit. I had always loved crafty things. My mum went out and got me some needles, yarn, and a stitch dictionary (she has always been supportive…
