Melissa Leapman is a widely published freelance designer of knit and crochet patterns. She also is a popular teacher at workshops and trade shows and has been a featured guest on several television programs.
Melissa Leapmanis a widely published sweater designer whose patterns have appeared inVogue Knitting,Knitter’s,McCall’s,Family Circle,Better Homes and Gardens,Knit It!, andInterweave Knitsmagazines. Leapman has worked as a freelance designer for many leading ready-to-wear manufacturers, noted design houses, and major yarn companies. In addition, her knitting, crochet, and design workshops are extremely popular with crafters at all skill levels. She lives in New York City. Joe VanDeHatertis a commercial photographer based in Cincinnati. His gorgeous images have been featured inHot Knits,Yummy Yarnsby Kathleen and Nick Greco, andShiboriby Karren K. Brito, all published by… Watson—Guptill.