Bellish

I love this app. I’ve always wanted to create my own patterns and this makes it so easy. What would really be helpful, though, is if the creators of the app were able to get a partnership with an online retailer that you could have the option to buy your supplies from based off of the size needles, weight, and color of the yarn that you want to use to help take the guess work out of what kind of yarn to go out and buy. It would also make it very convenient so that you wouldn’t have to figure out a time to go to the craft store and spend time searching for the yarn and specific type of needles (i.e. plastic, metal, or wood) that you want to use for the project.

As an intermediate, moving to advanced, knitter, I signed up to be a beta tester. I LOVE this app! I’m excited for new base designs, but even with just the beta version which had one design, I was easily able to take a pattern for a crew neck pullover and convert it to a cardigan with lace panels on either side of the button band and up the back (lace pattern from a stitch book I have). They’ve added DK yarn weight with this release, which is my preferred weight for my lifestyle. The digital row counters make staying on track so easy, as do the check mark points and being able to highlight your place in the design. You can even be in a shop, fall in love with a yarn, and in moments come up with a draft design that tells you how much yarn to buy! Woot! I’m a happy camper, wearing a beautiful sweater.

As a Betatester I was so excited to actually use the APP. I’m not an accomplished knitter more the impulsive kind. Self taught and have always struggled getting to finish product. Most of what I’ve learned about knitting I’ve learned from my mistakes. I knew there would be a learning curve but this site is loaded with so many things you need to start and plan a project. Each time I’m surprised I discovered something more. It’s amazing. Like having your own knitting circle. If you get stuck you just have to look up the information without even getting out of the chair. I’m thrilled to be starting my first sweater for myself. Never have I made anything for me. I have a new self confidence. Try it, it has something for everyone!

Why aren’t there more options when it comes to yarn types/needle sizes? I just got a lot of yarn for a different project but found this app and wanted to try out a custom sweater but can only choose from 3 specific yarn/needle selections. Very frustrating. A major positive is how easy the instructions are. I’ve never had knitting instructions so easy to understand and to hold you by the hand (which is what I want if I’m putting in the time and effort for a long haul project) and you can directly click on the abbreviation you don’t know and it tells you. Great app, but needs some improvement. Would still recommend though!

This is a very cool app. The creators are constantly working to make it better and are very receptive to feedback (I make sure to keep my critiques polite and I am always heard!) I have not made any sweaters because they take long, I am excited to try making my own beanie so I can better test. The yarn picking tool is fabulous, especially when you are making your own patterns. I would even recommend this to beginner knitters to help them understand construction and have patterns they can scale the difficulty as they get more comfortable with the craft!