Hey, Makers! We’re excited to introduce Soraya García, a talented designer from Madrid who now calls Amsterdam home. She's widely recognized for her beautiful knitting patterns and runs her own successful studio. Soraya also edits the independent magazine, Yedraknits. She's currently the creative and communication director for MUSA YARN, where she confidently brings her unique perspective to knitwear design. We're lucky to have her on board!

Soraya's love for knitting began during her studies in art history. Her patterns are highly regarded for their innovative structures, textures, and personal touch. Soraya has been featured in several international magazines and has partnered with brands worldwide.

In addition to her design work, Soraya is also an excellent writer and communicator. Her news pieces are well liked, and her Patreon community for inquisitive knitters and emerging designers showcases her knowledge. Soraya launched the Short Rows podcast with Inés García, where she lets her passion for knitting and the creative community shine.

Hi, Sori! I hope you're doing great today! Firstly, please give us a brief introduction of yourself.

Hello, Nara! First of all, thank you for your kind introduction and for having me here! It's exciting to see a new and ambitious project come to life.

As you said, I began knitting in high school, it was linked to my need for self-expression and teenage self-discovery. I was studying art history, music, and theatre at that time, so being different and relevant was important to me. I stopped knitting for some years, and about 12 years ago it came back into my life. I started experimenting with yarn bombing and, eventually, I decided to turn THIS into a business.

Since I moved to France five years ago, I decided to start designing and teaching, and now... look where I am! I've been in PomPom twice, I was featured as the designer of the month at S&P, and I’ve taught at the most important festivals in Europe, among other accomplishments.

What would you say are your greatest strengths?

I never would’ve said that patience was one of my greatest strengths, but thanks to knitting, IT IS. All my strengths are dualistic. I believe that patience can become stubbornness, creativity can become madness. And, sometimes, my vision for the future puts me in unrealistic scenarios! But I know myself well and try to take advantage of all my strengths.