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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 05/08/2026

:-D I love details that I don't have to look up to remember! The magic 8 cast one hurts my hands hence the tab toe. I'm intrigued by a secret third pair. That person is LUCKY!

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 03/08/2026

Both pairs look great! I would love to know what heel and toe you prefer.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 03/03/2026

Lol! Indeed! :-) As for sock weight, you're in luck! I LOVE designing and knitting DK socks! I even have a couple Worsted patterns. There're all on my website but let me know if you need help choosing.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 24/02/2026

My pattern collab with @sweetpaprikadesigns is now for sale for everyone else! -3 widths because mice- erm knitters- come in all sizes -DK weight for speed -and 2 colors so we don't get bored Arrange/add colors how you like. Send a dm and we'll choose together! Or book a One On One. #knitsky

A four photo collage showing various angles of a handknit sock. Sock is knit in two colors, a bright spring green and a simple khaki color. Text reads: Pattern If You Give a Mouse a Cable on Ravelry and disturbingthefleece.com, 3 widths and easy mods, simple cable panel, DK weight US3/3.25mm, and worked toe up in 2 colors.

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Dr.MRO/ Axel Folio @isasaxonists.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

✨️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

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 26/10/2025

Maybe a trend of creating trans flag art is about to take off! 👀

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 26/10/2025

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!

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 11/09/2025

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.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 07/09/2025

I’m thinking sushi bowls and mushroom miso soup. 🤔

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 06/09/2025

I think all my designs that are true to me and my art are mildly chaotic.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 06/09/2025

This neck line turned out beautifully!

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 04/09/2025

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.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 04/09/2025

thanks! it felt like a chance for some visual interest but also to keep me from getting bored while knitting the yoke.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 31/08/2025

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.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 31/08/2025

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.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 31/08/2025

#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

Photo of a Black woman wearing a yellow, hand knit sweater with front cables.

Photo of the back of a Black woman wearing a yellow, hand knit sweater.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 31/08/2025

Sweater surgery is soooo fun and kinda scary lol.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 31/08/2025

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.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 29/08/2025

sooo true. especially well worn ones.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 29/08/2025

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.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 28/08/2025

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

Photo of hand knit socks laying flat. Socks are different colors with different mended areas.

Photo of hand knit socks laying flat. Socks are different colors with different mended areas. Zoomed in to show more detail.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 28/08/2025

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.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 28/08/2025

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.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 28/08/2025

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.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 22/08/2025

LOL! I also refuse stitch markers most of the time. And when I do use them I'm like 'wow! so convenient'.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 22/08/2025

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 ❤️

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 19/08/2025

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?

Photo collage of hand knit items. Text says 'Custom Orders: Let me design and knit exactly what you're looking for. Our imagination is the only limit.'

Photo collage of hand knit items. Text says 'DM or email me and let's get started.'

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 19/08/2025

LOL Like, yes I should see it getting thin and darn it right away but then I have to take it off. Or maybe I can be efficient if there's a pile (totally never happens that way). As for 'letting them go' have you considered knitting a new foot altogether? Start with the old cuff and reknit the foot.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 19/08/2025

I totally see what you mean. The first technique that I learned only works occasionally. So I kind of make it up every time. I too have a tender foot, my biggest suggestion is to darn *the outside*. Doing the inside puts the repair against your foot. No thank you lol.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 19/08/2025

Sighhhh I should do that. I always plan to but then I just love wearing them so much.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 19/08/2025

Ohhhh I would totally be into this! Heck, I would even take listening to an audiobook. Also, I too have a pile of 'to be mended' and 'to be hemmed/taken in'.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 14/08/2025

Ugh. I swear I spend more time darning socks than wearing them! 😭 But hand knit socks are the best and repair over replacing is better for us all. Do you darn too? Does it feel like a chore? See you in a few hours… #knitsky

Pile of hand knit socks resting on a table.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 14/08/2025

Thanks. Your yarn stole the show. People gasped lol.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 14/08/2025

Flock was about more than buying stuff. Yes, it’s a marketplace (and it was lovely) but I didn’t focus on ‘acquisition’. I bought art I’ve been coveting, art from Black women, & art with practical uses for me. Yarn, hand towels, a sticker, a ring, pest repellent spray, and some markers. #knitsky

Photo of various hand made items arranged on a flat surface.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 14/08/2025

Were you wondering what I wore to Flock? Or my knitting at the meetup? Here ya go! All for sale on my website. Green - Wafla Cardigan Gold- Adventure tank Striped- One of A Kind Cardigan Hat- Cable Up Grab all 4 and dm me so we can chat about yarn. #knitting #knitsky

4 knitted pieces laid on a flat surface with text labeling each item.

Green sweater - Wafla Cardigan
Yellow tank top- Adventure tank
Striped sweater- One of A Kind Cardigan
Hat- Cable Up

Photo of 4 knitted items on a flat surface

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 09/08/2025

Niceeeee. I love this shawl shape. I hope you enjoy wearing it. And your color solution worked beautifully!

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 08/08/2025

Are you going to #flockfiberfestival in Seattle this weekend? I'll be there with knitting (of course) and a few enamel pins to give away. Be sure to say 'hi' if you see me. See you soon! #knitsky

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Lior 🇺🇦 | knitting design+garment mods @jolior.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

I am really knitting another sock. *gasp* this would be my fourth one. No, I don't care about pairs. XD It's @disturbingthefleece.com 's Carter Gables and she patiently explained sock fit, needle + fabric to my ignorant self. I'm knitting the largest size, but I could easily have gone down 🧶#knitsky

A white long foot in the beginning of a dark blue sock with cables that look a bit like shoelaces for fancy boots or skates, on a cream pillow with a charcoal floral pattern

Same foot and sock, but now with added fingers, nails painted in the same shade as the sock, but very chipped after weeks of wear

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 05/08/2025

oh! you're really flying with the pattern! i love the color you chose too.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 01/08/2025

thank you! i especially love how they look when worn.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 01/08/2025

Meet Carter Gables: handsome, practical, and cabled. A bold cable on front and a wide garter panel on back. Knit toe up beginning with a unique tab toe and an afterthought heel. As long as the yarn is wool, plied, and sock weight it's fair game. Find the pattern on my site. #knitsky #knitting

Photo of purple hand knit socks being modeled by a Black woman.

Photo of the front of purple handknit socks modeled by a Black woman.

Photo of the back of purple hand knit socks being modeled by Black woman stepping up onto a ledge.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 17/07/2025

The Robert Pattinson one was wayyyy better than I expected. It wasnt amazing but definitely better than Affleck. I love all things Batman too. The animated one on Amazon is amazing. Happy viewing!

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 16/07/2025

this is definitely one of my fav cables. it always wows me. and you know i've made many many socks so i'm encouraging you to make more of them. :-D

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 16/07/2025

This pattern has been waiting for a loooong time, y'all. Stay tuned for this cabled sock pattern end of July. Too excited to wait? Head over to Rav or my site. Knit a pair of DK weight socks in the meantime. What's your fav color for sock knitting? Me? I love variegated socks. #knitsky #knitting

Photo of a pair of hand knit socks modeled by a black woman. Outside on a cloudy day with overgrown foliage surrounding.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 12/07/2025

Thanks for this question! So with dyers/yarn shops it’s that people want the cheapest yarn immediately. They come to the shop to ask questions but buy at an online option with every color and weight. As a designer, people complain about paying for patterns and illegally share them. Generally.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 12/07/2025

More independent makers are folding. Folks, art is valuable to our lives. The talent & passion can’t be replaced with mass produced soulless products. Every pattern I write, though *underpriced*, tells a story and is full of intention. Pay for what you care about. An artless world is a grim one.

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Fatimah (fuh-TEE-muh) @disturbingthefleece.com · 10/07/2025

I'm teaching at Knit City Vancouver! Meaning we can meet & learn together IRL (as the kids say lol). My One of Kind Hat class covers yarn choice, fit, & cable choices. I'm bringing a pile of swatches and lots of knowledge. FYI Vancouver is mostly English speaking and safe. Will I see you there?

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