Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh)
@disturbingthefleece.com
Vancouver, BC based knitwear designer and custom maker.
Knitting teacher and talker.
Writer and gin drinker.
Cat person
Knitting teacher and talker.
Writer and gin drinker.
Cat person
Reposted by Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh)
✨️Festive Fibers Collection ✨️ is here! Available until Dec 20th or until stock lasts. This year's premodern inspiration comes from mss & artifacts ranging from the 8thc to the 16th. I'll feature them all individually. 🧶
10% of orders goes to mutual aid in 🇵🇸 & Sudan.
#yarnsky #yarnmarket #yarnlove
10% of orders goes to mutual aid in 🇵🇸 & Sudan.
#yarnsky #yarnmarket #yarnlove
November 3, 2025 at 12:40 PM
✨️Festive Fibers Collection ✨️ is here! Available until Dec 20th or until stock lasts. This year's premodern inspiration comes from mss & artifacts ranging from the 8thc to the 16th. I'll feature them all individually. 🧶
10% of orders goes to mutual aid in 🇵🇸 & Sudan.
#yarnsky #yarnmarket #yarnlove
10% of orders goes to mutual aid in 🇵🇸 & Sudan.
#yarnsky #yarnmarket #yarnlove
Maybe a trend of creating trans flag art is about to take off! 👀
October 26, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Maybe a trend of creating trans flag art is about to take off! 👀
It could be cool to knit the border. It would add some extra visual interest. I’m partial to a garter short row edging or pick up all sts and knit in the round. Good luck!
October 26, 2025 at 8:58 PM
It could be cool to knit the border. It would add some extra visual interest. I’m partial to a garter short row edging or pick up all sts and knit in the round. Good luck!
I’ve never used one. My technique is pretty haphazard and changes from sock to sock. It’s super satisfying when you can wear the sock again so it’s worth it. I may actually watch some others do it and try to pick up some more skill.
September 11, 2025 at 4:57 PM
I’ve never used one. My technique is pretty haphazard and changes from sock to sock. It’s super satisfying when you can wear the sock again so it’s worth it. I may actually watch some others do it and try to pick up some more skill.
It was pretty good. 😊
September 11, 2025 at 4:48 PM
It was pretty good. 😊
I’m thinking sushi bowls and mushroom miso soup. 🤔
September 7, 2025 at 5:01 PM
I’m thinking sushi bowls and mushroom miso soup. 🤔
I think all my designs that are true to me and my art are mildly chaotic.
September 6, 2025 at 3:36 AM
I think all my designs that are true to me and my art are mildly chaotic.
This neck line turned out beautifully!
September 6, 2025 at 3:34 AM
This neck line turned out beautifully!
this is such a beautiful compliment. you really understand what happened in the design process. i was worried about it leaning too femme because that wouldn't fit how i wanted to wear it. but, a delicate detail hear or there adds elegance which is genderless.
September 4, 2025 at 8:39 PM
this is such a beautiful compliment. you really understand what happened in the design process. i was worried about it leaning too femme because that wouldn't fit how i wanted to wear it. but, a delicate detail hear or there adds elegance which is genderless.
thanks! it felt like a chance for some visual interest but also to keep me from getting bored while knitting the yoke.
September 4, 2025 at 8:32 PM
thanks! it felt like a chance for some visual interest but also to keep me from getting bored while knitting the yoke.
I used to mend with the same yarn. But, it was definitely boring. This is much more fun and it shows what the socks have lived through already.
August 31, 2025 at 5:36 PM
I used to mend with the same yarn. But, it was definitely boring. This is much more fun and it shows what the socks have lived through already.
Lol that’s a new phrase for me. While I’m at it , I’m making changes to other knits that I don’t love. It’ll be like a new-ish wardrobe come fall.
August 31, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Lol that’s a new phrase for me. While I’m at it , I’m making changes to other knits that I don’t love. It’ll be like a new-ish wardrobe come fall.
#showmeyourknits
Just in time for this sweater fresh off the blocking boards. Pattern was improvised using trial -error -more error -frogging. The shaping is so that I can wear it bra less if I choose. The cables make me happy. The yarn is onion dyed by @serendipitouswool.bsky.social . #knitsky
Just in time for this sweater fresh off the blocking boards. Pattern was improvised using trial -error -more error -frogging. The shaping is so that I can wear it bra less if I choose. The cables make me happy. The yarn is onion dyed by @serendipitouswool.bsky.social . #knitsky
August 31, 2025 at 5:28 PM
#showmeyourknits
Just in time for this sweater fresh off the blocking boards. Pattern was improvised using trial -error -more error -frogging. The shaping is so that I can wear it bra less if I choose. The cables make me happy. The yarn is onion dyed by @serendipitouswool.bsky.social . #knitsky
Just in time for this sweater fresh off the blocking boards. Pattern was improvised using trial -error -more error -frogging. The shaping is so that I can wear it bra less if I choose. The cables make me happy. The yarn is onion dyed by @serendipitouswool.bsky.social . #knitsky
Sweater surgery is soooo fun and kinda scary lol.
August 31, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Sweater surgery is soooo fun and kinda scary lol.
Niceeeee. I’m reworking my Modcast. I frogged the body, the unplanned gathers really bugged me. Instead of casting on a new sweater I decided to fix that one. I’ll take a picture later.
August 31, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Niceeeee. I’m reworking my Modcast. I frogged the body, the unplanned gathers really bugged me. Instead of casting on a new sweater I decided to fix that one. I’ll take a picture later.
sooo true. especially well worn ones.
August 29, 2025 at 9:43 PM
sooo true. especially well worn ones.
for me, i like the flow of knitting without having markers hit my fingers or getting gripped in my palm. i feel like i can just zone out.
August 29, 2025 at 9:41 PM
for me, i like the flow of knitting without having markers hit my fingers or getting gripped in my palm. i feel like i can just zone out.
Done! For me traditional heel flaps are harder to darn. Also, when I knit my socks too short they wear in weird places. 🥴 That’s visible in some of the mends.
Glad I got this done before the cool weather arrives. There’s something truly special about sliding my feet into hand knit socks. #knitsky
Glad I got this done before the cool weather arrives. There’s something truly special about sliding my feet into hand knit socks. #knitsky
August 28, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Done! For me traditional heel flaps are harder to darn. Also, when I knit my socks too short they wear in weird places. 🥴 That’s visible in some of the mends.
Glad I got this done before the cool weather arrives. There’s something truly special about sliding my feet into hand knit socks. #knitsky
Glad I got this done before the cool weather arrives. There’s something truly special about sliding my feet into hand knit socks. #knitsky
I like to read my knitting. I don’t need a marker to tell me what to do and when because like …I’m looking at it. But, *cough* I’m not actually looking most of the time lol. I’m watching tv or looking out the window.
August 28, 2025 at 9:28 PM
I like to read my knitting. I don’t need a marker to tell me what to do and when because like …I’m looking at it. But, *cough* I’m not actually looking most of the time lol. I’m watching tv or looking out the window.
That’s so true dude. Cisgender people were taught we’re ‘normal and right’. Like humans existing in their bodies can be wrong. 😒 And Black folks are continuously portrayed as less human and expendable. The answer is really for us to *see* each other in our fullness.
August 28, 2025 at 9:27 PM
That’s so true dude. Cisgender people were taught we’re ‘normal and right’. Like humans existing in their bodies can be wrong. 😒 And Black folks are continuously portrayed as less human and expendable. The answer is really for us to *see* each other in our fullness.
There’s something really special about hearing the entire story the artist is trying to tell you from start to finish. Just cherry picking songs doesn’t allow for that.
August 28, 2025 at 4:35 AM
There’s something really special about hearing the entire story the artist is trying to tell you from start to finish. Just cherry picking songs doesn’t allow for that.
LOL! I also refuse stitch markers most of the time. And when I do use them I'm like 'wow! so convenient'.
August 22, 2025 at 7:31 PM
LOL! I also refuse stitch markers most of the time. And when I do use them I'm like 'wow! so convenient'.
i am so honored to be on this journey with you, even as a small part. please know that your person-ness a seen and respected by me. and i'll continue to stand with trans folks in all their iterations. my love to you ❤️
August 22, 2025 at 7:30 PM
i am so honored to be on this journey with you, even as a small part. please know that your person-ness a seen and respected by me. and i'll continue to stand with trans folks in all their iterations. my love to you ❤️
Did you know that I gleefully take custom orders? And yes, even if you know how to knit you can still order something one of kind from me.
For bridal, daily use, and gifts. DM me and let's chat.
-A cardigan for you?
-A sweater for a graduate?
-A shawl for a special occasion?
-A hat for big hair?
For bridal, daily use, and gifts. DM me and let's chat.
-A cardigan for you?
-A sweater for a graduate?
-A shawl for a special occasion?
-A hat for big hair?
August 19, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Did you know that I gleefully take custom orders? And yes, even if you know how to knit you can still order something one of kind from me.
For bridal, daily use, and gifts. DM me and let's chat.
-A cardigan for you?
-A sweater for a graduate?
-A shawl for a special occasion?
-A hat for big hair?
For bridal, daily use, and gifts. DM me and let's chat.
-A cardigan for you?
-A sweater for a graduate?
-A shawl for a special occasion?
-A hat for big hair?