Chris has always been involved in the “fabric” arts.  Sewing, quilting, knitting, embroidery, she has created everything from simple Barbie doll sized knit shawls to bridesmaid dresses for entire wedding parties. The style of knitting Chris uses has been passed down for generations from her European ancestors and is called  the "continental" style.  Chris learned the art of knitting from her mother around the age of 8 and continues to love this form of artistic expression.

Chris concentrates on designing and creating unique, quality fashion accessories such as, scarves, purses and shawls.  All of the materials used in her designs are of the highest quality available. Chris searches the world for high quality, unique yarns, fabrics and notions.   All felted items use a wonderful classic worsted weight 100% wool from  as the base yarn. This heirloom quality wool is mixed with fancy fashion yarns from some of today's top yarn manufacturers such as Ironstone, Berroco, Crystal Palace, Trendsetter, Plymouth, Anny Blatt and more.  Chris also purchases directly from smaller manufacturers located around the world.

All of Chris Knits items are hand made and most are one of a kind.  However, we do have a few "standard" purse designs.  The Audrey and the Red Hat Special purses are always in stock and made exactly the same way each time.  Most of the purses Chris makes are fully lined in high quality satin,  brocade or jacquard fabric.  They will have Lucite,  bamboo or hand beaded handles, interior pockets and magnetic snap closures. 

Chris sold her wonderful fiber accessories in Southern California prior to relocating with her husband to Arizona in 2005.  This past year Chris displayed her items at several Phoenix area holiday boutiques including:  The Cottage Boutique, the Posey Patch Boutiques, the Briar Patch Boutiques, and the Hope’s Treasures Boutique. The response to her designs was fantastic and the idea to launch her web site was born.

This Spring you will be able to see Chris and her designs at craft fairs and boutiques all over the Valley of the Sun.  Go to our Calendar for a complete listing of events already scheduled.

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