Julia Wilkens

Julia Wilkens

I originally come from Germany and have been living in the Netherlands since 2002. Since 2019, I have been independently publishing my knitting patterns on Ravelry and in internationally published knitting magazines.

My love for knitting began in my teenage years. With a strong sense of individuality and creativity, I always enjoyed designing my own patterns the most. I find inspiration in playing with color, shape, and technique. I love reinterpreting traditional knitting techniques — for example, by combining classic stitch patterns with unexpected color combinations or surprising construction methods. I especially enjoy creating small details and clever techniques that produce a striking and unique effect.

I also enjoy sharing my love of experimentation during my workshops. I encourage participants to dare to make mistakes — because that is often where the most beautiful discoveries happen. New knowledge is built step by step, and with that knowledge you can then find your own creative direction. I believe you do not need to knit perfectly to create the most fun and extraordinary things.

Together with Matilda Ross, I have been creating the YouTube podcast Greatest Knits since 2020, where we share our passion for knitting and creativity with a lot of humor.

original designs

Gentle Creatures
The Art of the Sea: 23 Knitwear Designs Inspired by the Moomins
  • Gentle Creatures
  • The Art of the Sea: 23 Knitwear Designs Inspired by the Moomins
Too-ticky
The Art of the Sea: 23 Knitwear Designs Inspired by the Moomins
  • Too-ticky
  • The Art of the Sea: 23 Knitwear Designs Inspired by the Moomins
Waveform
Laine Magazine, Issue 26
Daunen
52 Weeks of Scrap Yarn | 52 x Jämälangat
  • Daunen
  • 52 Weeks of Scrap Yarn | 52 x Jämälangat
Modernist
Laine Magazine, Issue 24
Cookie
52 Weeks of Chunky Knits
  • Cookie
  • 52 Weeks of Chunky Knits
Le Pom-Pom
52 Weeks of Chunky Knits
Summer Tee
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Ziggy
Laine Magazine, Issue 21
  • Ziggy
  • Laine Magazine, Issue 21
Solair
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  • Solair
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Flo
52 Weeks of Accessories
  • Flo
  • 52 Weeks of Accessories
Kid Cozy
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Quilted
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  • Quilted
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Selvedge
Pom Pom Quarterly, Issue 48: Spring 2024
  • Selvedge
  • Pom Pom Quarterly, Issue 48: Spring 2024
Happy Hands Fence
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Happy Mittens Fence
Happy Hands Tiles
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Happy Mittens Tiles
Happy Hands Barber
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Happy Hands Barber
Sugarshawl
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Hella
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  • Hella
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The Roll Up
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Sugar
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  • Sugar
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Add One
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Add One
  • Add One
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Richter
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Richter Sweater
  • Richter
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Carol
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Carol 1
  • Carol
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Preppy
Laine Magazine, Issue 18
  • Preppy
  • Laine Magazine, Issue 18
Punkt
Neons & Neutrals – A Knitwear Collection
  • Punkt
  • Neons & Neutrals – A Knitwear Collection
Sonderbar
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Paula
52 Weeks of Easy Knits
  • Paula
  • 52 Weeks of Easy Knits
Uncharted
YEDRAKNITS Núm 2: Autumn-Winter 2021
  • Uncharted
  • YEDRAKNITS Núm 2: Autumn-Winter 2021
Kumo Sweater
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Francis
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  • Francis
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Karo Shawl
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Joni
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  • Joni
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Sugarhead
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Vinnie
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  • Vinnie
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Three Dee beanie and headband
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Matilda
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  • Matilda
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Orchid
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  • Orchid
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Azimuth
Pom Pom Quarterly, Issue 33: Summer 2020
  • Azimuth
  • Pom Pom Quarterly, Issue 33: Summer 2020
The Painter (women's size)
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The painter (kids' sizes)
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Aero
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  • Aero
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Three Dee Cowl
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