My Story
“My mission is straightforward: to create timeless pieces you’ll love for years and knitting patterns that are clear and accessible for all skill levels.”
Knitting Is Love: Useful and Beautiful
Hi! my name is Trine Juul Dalsgaard. I’m a mother of three kids and one very lively dog. I live in the beautiful coastal town of Gilleleje in Northern Denmark. Life here is peaceful, yet busy, and knitting has become my way to stay grounded amidst the chaos.
Knitting keeps both my hands and mind occupied, whether it’s during long dinners with my slow-eating kids, helping with homework, or on a never-ending commute. I love the feel of the yarn as it slips through my fingers, and knowing I’m creating something beautiful and unique.
It’s a productive outlet for energy that might otherwise go into fidgeting or worrying. Plus, seeing the progress so quickly is incredibly rewarding. Knitting forces me to slow down and be present, which is part of the joy I find in it.
Handmade by you - to last forever
I also love designing knitwear. The design process is a creative, sometimes messy, journey of trial and error, balancing art and science, strategy and intuition. It allows me to flex both the left and right sides of my brain, and that’s what keeps me so passionate about it. My mission as a designer is simple: to create timeless pieces you’ll want to care for and wear for years to come, and to make knitting patterns that are clear and accessible for all skill levels.
Easy-to-follow patterns
When I first started knitting, I remember feeling like patterns were written in a secret code that only expert knitters could understand. It made me wonder: if IKEA can create clear, user-friendly manuals, why can’t we do the same for knitters? So, I decided to make it my goal to design patterns that anyone can follow, no matter how complicated the project might seem.
I also want to encourage you to embrace mistakes. Learning to rip out stitches, pick them back up, and keep knitting without stress is just as important as learning to knit itself. Don’t let the fear of making mistakes hold you back from trying new things or advancing your knitting skills. Go ahead—unravel. I dare you!
Testimonials
"The pattern is very easy to follow. Simply a terrific garment, so well fitted and a great mixture of modern with historic."
Jenna Taylor Australia
"I love this patternnnnnnnn want a tee in every color! I'm an advanced beginner, and the pattern is working very well."
Kirstine Nielsen Denmark
"It was very enjoyable and I dare to say it’s one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever knitted."
Hannah Meir Germany
"I learned so may many things, and built confidence with the pattern."
Sophia Evans United Kingdom