Kristpattern

Behind-the-scenes of a bespoke bohemian luxury crochet, knitwear and accessories studio in Baltimore, Maryland.

I'm Kristen, a Black Queer Feminist Dynamically Disabled Urbanist. I write stories, film films, and stitch garments as I defy gentrification and craft liberation in Baltimore, rooted in my Greensboro, North Carolina upbringing.

I will ride the MARC and Metro to the farthest Michaels’ and climb tiny DC Dupont Circle steps to view the finest hand-dyed and factory-produced yarns. I'll drive my Honda Fit to the furthest Howard County, Maryland farms for the right hand-dyed, hand-spun garment.

I'm making what I need in my closet and as a plus sized maker, I know there are many clamoring for these sizes in their closet too.

Quiet luxury is not the only luxury. My luxury is bold, bright, big and cozy, and I'm inviting you to stand up with me against the sea of beige, grey, and plastic that falls apart within seconds.