Being a knitter and a fan of Twin Peaks, I was excited to hear that Teresa Gregorio and Leah Coccari-Swift were writing a book of patterns based on the show. Twin Peaks is known for its many, many sweaters. One fan counted as many as 118! It’s therefore surprising that Teresa and Leah are the first knitwear designers to pursue a Twin Peaks project. However, it’s ideal that they are going to be the ones to do it, since both designers’ aesthetics are well-suited to Twin Peaks. They are not afraid to experiment and tackle the odd and unique, which results in interesting designs that are not run-of-the-mill. All qualities that also describe Twin Peaks.
Both designers are also clearly knowledgeable when it comes to fashion, culture, and history, which is reflected in their work. This is ideal, since Twin Peaks is very much steeped in time and place, albeit one that is not far removed from our own. Masterful clothing and set design is what signals the subtle shift in time and place to the viewer effectively. It’s part of what I love about the show, and these ladies have recreated the feel of Twin Peaks perfectly. While none of the patterns in the book are going to be slavish reproductions of specific sweaters seen on the show, it is evident that Teresa and Leah have done their research and are true fans. Just check out these obvious sources of inspiration.
The Last Evening wrap channels some early Maddy.
The From Another Place sweater has clear nods to Lucy’s first sweater,
in addition to a few other peak-filled (get it?), high-contrast, chevron-y numbers.
And just like that, Log Lady makes her first appearance in this blog post: setting up the perfect segue to…
Cherry Pie. Yes, the Cowichan-like jackets the ‘lady wears while ambling around town and eating the iconic Twin Peaks sugary fare are an obvious inspiration for Cherry Pie, the sweater.
They most definitely informed this design as well.
I’m sure these other cozy gems had something to do with it too.
I love that Gregorio is opting to update this classic look of the Cowichan with more modern colours from Rain City Knits.
I CANNOT WAIT.
Then there’s Audrey’s cropped, fitted little numbers translating well into the design for a sweater called Too Dreamy.
The sketch even LOOKS like Audrey.
Lastly, we have the cleverly named Lynch Pin sweater.
With its lapel collar, use of see stitch and deep beige colour, it’s also very reminiscent of several sweaters in the show.
Well done, ladies!
This fan is impressed.
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