kate oates is a knitting pattern designer and author with over 300 individual designs and several books: grown, knits for boys and knitting clothes kids love. under her own name, she creates a line of modern and stylish knits for adults. her other line, tot toppers, features whimsically wearable garments and accessories for babies and children. kate is known for her attention to detail & fit, extensive size ranges and providing a multitude of options within her patterns. you can find her patterns at your local yarn store or online. she also does freelance work for a variety of publications and yarn companies. kate is also a passionate, organized teacher especially when it comes to to enabling knitters to create garments that fit and flatter. Shops and event organizers, click here to learn about bringing kate for a visit. knitters, click here to subscribe to kate’s virtual course mailing list. if you love kate’s designs and appreciate the hard work she puts into her tutorials for all knitters, consider being a bestie. this subscription based program provides tons of perks for members and is such a great way to support kate. yarn shops, you can purchase kate’s patterns wholesale through nnk press or faire.
in her non-knitting life, kate holds a phd in political science from the university of florida. she lives with her family in south carolina, which includes husband ryan, boys jesse, charlie, oliver & eliot (4 very handsome tot toppers models) & sweet doggie Hazel. you might also see the oates crew at a clemson football game. go tigers!
My customers love Kate's designs! The Tot Toppers collection is adorable and whimsical, and her adult designs are beautiful and wearable. And all Kate's patterns are well-written and easy to follow.
- Craig Rosenfeld, Owner, Loop (Philadelphia, PA)Kate’s patterns are well-written, thorough, and have been quite popular in our shop. She includes helpful tips, clear instructions, and her photos are quite inspiring!
-Mindy Owen, Owner, A Yarn Less Raveled (Danville, CA)We want to create quality yarn, patterns and knitting products that will stand the test of time. Kate Oates not only partners with us in creating some of our most favorite and thoughtfully written knitting patterns using our yarns, but is also a true pleasure to work with on so many levels. Her skills and knitting experience are beyond compare and we treasure our friendship with Kate in this lovely knitting community of ours.
-Ve, Big Sister of YOTH Yarns