Over the past few weeks, I’ve shared little glimpses of something new I’ve been working on — knitting transformed by sunlight. First, I showed you the process of laying machine knitted lace swatches out in the garden on light-sensitive paper. Then, the thrill of watching those swatches leave their indigo memory behind as the water revealed every tiny stitch- even the nylon monofilament.
Today, I’m so happy to finally show you the full collection of cyanotype knit prints.
The Collection
There are three prints in the series, each one created from a different machine-knitted lace swatch. Every loop of yarn, every open space in the fabric, shaped the way the light could pass through — giving each design its own character.
Some swatches hold strong, graphic shapes, others feel softer and more delicate. Together, they form a trio that shows the range of what knitting can become when captured in this way.
One of the things I love most is that, although they come from fabric, they don’t just look like knitting anymore. Up close you can see the rhythm of stitches, but from across a room they take on bold, almost botanical or architectural qualities.
Each print is available in four sizes, from a small, intimate piece you can hold in your hands, to A2, which really lets the structure of the stitches take centre stage on the wall.
Original Artworks
Alongside the prints, I’ve also been creating one-of-a-kind textile artworks using the test pieces, misprints, and fragments from the making process. Some are woven directly into knitted fabric, others layered and stitched into new forms.
I’ll be sharing more about those later this week — they feel like the “hidden stories” behind the prints, and I can’t wait to show you.
Collectability & Styling
I’ve designed the prints so that you can choose a favourite, or collect two or three to display together. Pairs and trios work beautifully — highlighting both the similarities and differences in the lace patterns.
They also sit well alongside other textiles, ceramics, or minimal artwork, so you can create your own rhythm of textures at home.
For framing, simple wooden or white frames really let the indigo shine. And because the prints are museum-quality and made on archival paper, they’ll last for years to come.
A Stitch, a Sunbeam, a Memory
This collection feels like a turning point for me as a maker. What began as a quiet experiment in the garden has become a series of artworks that connect knitting, light, and the moment-to-moment rhythm of life with children.
These prints are taken directly from my original cyanotypes, preserving every stitch and sun-marked detail. Each one is a faithful reproduction of a handmade artwork. They’re part textile, part photograph, part trace of a fleeting moment.
Launching Friday
The full collection of cyanotype knit prints will launch this Friday 19th September, along with the first selection of original artworks.
Subscribers will get early access straight to their inbox, so if you’d like to be the first to see them, make sure you’re signed up.
I can’t wait to finally share them with you in full.