Our Blog
Our Blog
Discover the stories, inspirations, and joyful artistry behind GalinaCarrollDesigns handmade wearable creations
Welcome to the GalinaCarrollDesigns Blog
The GalinaCarrollDesigns Blog is your destination for exploring fashion knitwear style, handmade designs, and timeless custom creations. Every article reflects our passion for creativity, craftsmanship, and wearable art. Whether you are a fashion lover, a maker, or simply curious about the beauty of handmade knitwear, our blog brings you inspiration and insights to spark your journey.
Here you’ll find posts about custom designs, new trends, and practical guides that help you care for your garments so they last for years. We also share updates on exhibitions, workshops, and behind-the-scenes insights from the studio.
At GalinaCarrollDesigns, every article reflects our passion for creativity, craftsmanship, and timeless style. Whether you are a fashion lover, a maker, or simply curious about the beauty of handmade knitwear, you’ll find content here to inspire your journey.
Explore our latest posts below, or visit our Portfolio to see featured knitwear, and our Shop to browse available designs.
FROM THE HEART TO THE HANDS by Dolce & Gabbana -absolutely breathtaking experience! Three floors, over 300 extraordinary pieces…but this is far beyond fashion. It feels like stepping into a living time capsule -echoing the opulence of Louis XIV where the craftsmanship reaches a level you would
Join us for a free up-cycling workshop on mending, patching and stitching of damaged garments at the South Huntington Library on April 23 from 1–3 PM. Got a favorite piece of clothing that’s seen better days? Bring it along. We’ll help you give it a second life—no
Kidsilk Haze by Rowan is my favorite yarn to work with. 70% Mohair 30% Silk, 25g, 210m/229yds The yarn combines the soft halo of super kid mohair with the vibrant shine of silk in one incredible yarn. I designed and knitted a mini lace scarf using this- Something funny always happens in my mending and upcycling workshops. I arrive with a plan and everyone brings completely different damaged garments! Instead of following one direction, the workshop naturally turns into a hands-on exploration of textile reuse and creative repair. Every piece has its own story
- Visible mending with fun is another upcoming popular workshop. It is creative, sustainable and deeply personal. There are many ways to repair damaged clothes. Each workshop introduces new techniques and fresh ideas. In past sessions, we turned old sweaters into fun hats with simple running stitches for
- Learn Handwoven Tapestry Ever wanted to learn tapestry weaving but didn’t know where to begin? This beginner-friendly workshop at Gallery North is the perfect place to start. You’ll explore the fundamentals of tapestry weaving while creating your own beautiful handwoven pendant on a small loom. Working on
- Upcoming workshop Hope you’ve successfully dug yourself out of the snow (or at least tunneled your way to the coffee maker ) and ready for upcoming workshop. If you’re ready to trade snow shovels for sewing needles, I’ve got something cozy and creative for you! I would
New workshop at SHPlibrary Join us at new workshop at SHPLibrary. Discover creative ways to explore textile and fiber reuses. Turn off your old garment into something beautiful and useful. Learn hands-on techniques in friendly inspiring space. If you love to work with textile and fiber ,
