ERIKA KNIGHT is a renowned knitwear designer and respected consultant to the fashion and yarn industry. Originally from a fine art background, her trend-forecasting work reignited her passion for the handmade. With her "simple" ethos, Erika has a unique interpretation of craft: her mission is to simplify and communicate her insight and passion for knitting and crochet with accessible yet enticing projects in order to inspire everyone to experiment and above all enjoy creating. The author of numerous highly-acclaimed knitting and crochet books including Simple Crochet and Natural Nursery Knits, Erika has lectured at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, as well as leading art institutions and universities.