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December 15: Yumiko

15 Dec 2024

Meet the talented designer behind DanDoh, a distinctive line of plant-based fibers from Japan.

 

 

Yumiko Alexander's designs are available for download on Ravelry.

One viewer will have the opportunity to win a kit to knit the Connections cowl today! Watch the video to learn how you can enter for a chance to win!

Yay Tamara V! You're the lucky winner.


Comments
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16 Dec 2024
Chelsi Roberts
They are all beautiful but crossroads looks very flattering.
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16 Dec 2024
Jennifer Walker
I love Agave! The details are so beautiful.
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16 Dec 2024
Betty B
I love the airy look of her patterns. I haven’t knitted anything by dandoh but have the pattern Mirror which I plan to knit. I would love to knit the Connections cowl. I don’t have anything like it. It’s very elegant looking.
t
16 Dec 2024
Tamara V.
I like several of them. I am drawn to the Oasis pattern.
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16 Dec 2024
Renee Zinck
Of the designs listed here, I like the blue poncho on the cover of Breathe Modern best. I've been wanting for years to make one of Yumiko's older crochet designs, Sand and Shells.
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16 Dec 2024
Lesley Rodgers
I have not heard of Dandoh ( I know slap me! where have I been) The designs look very airy and I used to knit airy designs in the late 1950's and early 1960's. Loved wearing them so I will be looking at this when I come into the shop.
c
15 Dec 2024
Courtney
I can’t choose a favorite. I love how her designs are so flattering.
p
15 Dec 2024
Phyllis Lee Murphy
I really enjoyed her workshop and have knitted Meadows Night.
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15 Dec 2024
Gwen L
Love all her designs. I have made Chic. To select a favorite is almost impossible but
maybe Bamboo. The new cowl is a great looking accessory!
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15 Dec 2024
Debbie Hersh
I really love most of Yumiko's designs. My favorites is bamboo. I have completed one and am almost done with the other. The drape is divine!
j
15 Dec 2024
Jill Fant
I’ve made the Inlet Tee and Joinery. Love her designs. Would love to make the cowl.
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15 Dec 2024
Arletta Thompson
I have Breezy V and woven shadows faved in Ravelry. Thanks for the overview. I did not know about Dan Doh's history. I hope to knit a project someday. I do like simple designs and clean lines. It will be in the queue soon.
j
15 Dec 2024
Judy satterfield
Really like the joinery pattern and would love to try some of her patterns. The yarn is pretty.
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15 Dec 2024
Betty S.
She had so many beautiful designs. The one I favor, at the moment, is Agava
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15 Dec 2024
Kathy
I have inlet half way done. Need to get back to it. The joinery is beautiful but I’m a little intimidated so the cowl could be a perfect way to start that technique. All her stuff is beautiful
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15 Dec 2024
Linda W.
I like the geometry and airiness of Dandoh designs. But I generally don't reach for a winter coat until temperatures are below freezing, so I've been concerned that having to wear another layer under an airy top would be too hot for me. Even so, I have Agave on my wish list. :-)

A cowl would be a great way to get acquainted with Dandoh patterns!
j
15 Dec 2024
Judy Smith
I love all Yumiko’s designs. Have made Inlet and Joinery.
j
15 Dec 2024
Joan Ferrell
So far, my favorite Dan Doh design is Joinery. I actually made one! I also enjoyed meeting Yumiko when she was here. I think the cowl looks very cute.
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15 Dec 2024
Dawn K
I like many of her designs. I'd pick Joinery for my wishlist project.
a
15 Dec 2024
Amy Otto
I love the panels in Joinery! I love cowls & excited she created a cowl design!
j
15 Dec 2024
Julie Slaughter
I don't think I can pick a favorite. I made Joinery and Sedona Shadows and love them both. I want to make more!
b
15 Dec 2024
Beth Seel
I made Nouveau for my sister and thought it turned out beautifully.
l
15 Dec 2024
Laura
Super Dan Doh fan can't pick just one fave
b
15 Dec 2024
Barbi
Plateau and Sedona Shadows are on my radar! The designs are so simplistic and free, a compliment to many outfits. I have been busy this year but ready to pick up my pins and enjoy some of these wonderful draping patterns and lovely yarns.
j
15 Dec 2024
Joy W
Very big fan of Bamboo
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15 Dec 2024
Ana Johnson
I live the simplicity of the designs, so clean cut, and beautiful. I would love to knit the Crosscurrents cardigan, or the waves shawl. I love natural fabrics. I have knitted with corn yarn, which was very interesting to work with. Definitely would love to knit this amazing piece.
a
15 Dec 2024
Anita Roesler
I’ve always liked Mirror so much that I’ve bought the pattern twice forgetting that I already own it,
j
15 Dec 2024
Jennifer Elkhair
I love the Agave and the Jaunty!
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15 Dec 2024
Ellen McKenzie
Although I have not knit either, I admire the Joinery & Agave designs.
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15 Dec 2024
Tammy Adamson
I believe it’s called Mirror. Not home to look at my book. I’ve made two.
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15 Dec 2024
Mary Bourne
Waterfall is very pretty
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15 Dec 2024
Shirley
It is very hard to choose my favorite design, I have done several and am giving a few as gifts this year. If I have to choose one, it would be Bamboo.
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