Laura Nelkin Designs

Laura Nelkin Designs Knitwear Design by Laura Nelkin I live in upstate New York, where the sunny season is short—leaving plenty of time to be indoors knitting.

Though I have a degree in apparel design from Cornell University, I took to knitting years ago and haven’t looked back. I’m currently enamored with lace and with incorporating beads into knitted jewelry, so many of my designs lean in this direction. But I also have an affinity for cowls and knitted hoods! I travel often to teach these techniques (and more!) at workshops around the country (and the

world by way of cruise ships!). I have a line of knitting kits, self-published patterns, and run mystery and regular Knit-A-Longs several times a year. My first book, “Knockout Knits,” was released with Random House in September 2014. When I’m not designing or knitting, I can be found gardening, whipping up yummy feasts with my family, or taking time to play.

A rare trip to my alma matter with Suzy Quiles and Malinda during reunion weekend. We had a tour of the Cornell Costume ...
06/07/2026

A rare trip to my alma matter with Suzy Quiles and Malinda during reunion weekend. We had a tour of the Cornell Costume Collections extraordinary lace pieces, a deep dive into their RBG exhibit, and an extra special peek into their new facilities... sometimes I want to go back to school and get to do it all over again! (I mean, they have knit design now!)

Here's your reminder to sign up for Lola’s Choice, my small knitted kit club. This is Maviola, May's kit and design, whi...
06/02/2026

Here's your reminder to sign up for Lola’s Choice, my small knitted kit club. This is Maviola, May's kit and design, which sold out in record time!

Club members, what did you think of this kit? Isn't the beading tin adorbs and the butterfly tea magically yummy? Have you cast on?

The pattern is up on my website and Ravelry if you want to learn to knit this beaded, mitered, wearable summer scarflette! Time to go stash diving!





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May (when I wasn't knitting).... gorges and gardening and glorious family time!
05/30/2026

May (when I wasn't knitting).... gorges and gardening and glorious family time!

05/28/2026

Say Hola to Ola Lola! This all-over lace boxy sweater is so freaking cute. Ola Lola showcases my unique side-to-side Novus construction with a subtle V-neck. It has a split hem at the side panels, which provide the flexibility you need as you move throughout your day. Plus, it has an easily memorizable 10-stitch lace pattern that creates a rippling of waves across the sweater.

The best part? The sleeves can be customized to three different lengths: long, short, or cap sleeve! Whether you choose to knit it in wool for a warm, long-sleeve version or opt for silk linen for a breezy summer piece, Ola Lola is whatever you need her to be.

Did you hear that all my summer sweaters are BOGO until the end of the month? It's Summah Sweatah Weathah! No coupon code needed... link to see all 17 patterns is in the first comment!

Say HOLA to Ola Lola! This all-over lace boxy sweater is so freaking cute. Ola Lola showcases my unique side-to-side Nov...
05/28/2026

Say HOLA to Ola Lola! This all-over lace boxy sweater is so freaking cute. Ola Lola showcases my unique side-to-side Novus construction with a subtle V-neck. It has a split hem at the side panels, which provide the flexibility you need as you move throughout your day. Plus, it has an easily memorizable 10-stitch lace pattern that creates a rippling of waves across the sweater.

The best part? The sleeves can be customized to three different lengths: long, short, or cap sleeve! Whether you choose to knit it in wool for a warm, long-sleeve version or opt for silk linen for a breezy summer piece, Ola Lola is whatever you need her to be.

Did you hear that all my summer sweaters are BOGO until the end of the month? It's Summah Sweatah Weathah! No coupon code needed... link to see all 17 patterns is in the first comment!

05/27/2026

Today's work task: Google snacks hobbits like to eat... having Lola as an alter-ego can be highly amusing!

If you have any thoughts I am all ears!

Address

4000 Morikami Park Rd
Delray Beach, FL
33446

Website

http://www.nelkindesigns.com/, https://www.ravelry.com/designers/laura-nelkin

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