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I’m Shannon of Very Shannon - a Canadian knitwear design company that focuses on modern, mindful and relaxing knits. I hope that my designs find their way onto your needles and into your gorgeous handmade wardrobes and that they encourage you to slow down, take a breath and sink into the rewarding process of slow fashion.

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💗This weekend was the photoshoot for my upcoming cardigan pattern and it was also an experience in self love/self care and I wanted to share a bit with you all. One of my personal goals for 2019 is to get in front of the camera more. I found myself a few years ago frustrated that all my pattern samples were not in my size. I realized sadly that this was my own doing & started making it a point that either I make an additional sample (in my size) or I hire a sample knitter to make me one - cause hey - I design them because I love them - and I want to wear them too and it’s damn silly to not be able to. That then led me to really focus on my wardrobe and on making/buying clothes I love and feel good in. It’s allowed me to “care” for my body more and see my self image in a more positive light. I truly believe if you are uncomfortable in your clothes you also won’t feel good about yourself in them either. It can lead you to believe you don’t look good - and then for me - that’s when the nasty ‘ol self doubt creeps in. Along with it’s mean friend comparison, and it’s awful buddy self loathing. I know them well. But guess what - I’ve got curves and boobs - but I also eat healthy and exercise. I am me. And I’m learning this is ok. That I’m enough & that this is beautiful too (it’s amazing what clothes can do)! I started to explore and experiment with different silhouettes for my curves (think my Veronika pattern) and started designing key pieces to match the clothing I love. So long story short, I found myself this weekend standing in front of my photographers camera, kicking my fears ass, saying this is me and owning it (or trying to that is). I decided when I designed this cardi that I wanted my size and the model size in pics. And you know what? It was damn scary but it was also damn freeing. I even got pics with the model 🙊(and she’s in Vogue!). I can’t wait to show you more and I sincerely hope this wee story of mine might encourage you - no matter what size you are - to do one thing this year to improve your self love. It’s worth it. 💗 Big thx to @koyahniphotography & @aislinggoodman for making this such a freeing & happy experience. 😘 Xoxox Shannon

“Listening is one of the loudest forms of kindness”.
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Reading the brave stories shared by BIPOC in our knitting community on @su.krita stories has shown just how much work we as a community need to do - representation matters. People have shared their truths and we must listen. We need to do better. I thank those who have stepped forward with courage and to Sukrita for sharing their stories with us. One person hurt is one too many. Nobody should ever be made to feel the way they have. Ever. It breaks my heart and makes me cry to hear the pain these people have felt. The mistreatment they have experienced and endured - it shouldn’t happen or be happening. I am listening, I am learning and I will do better. I’ve done some deep soul searching and thinking/listening and know I need to learn/do more moving forward. To start with I’m reading @laylafsaad ”Me and White Supremacy Workbook” and “White Fragility: Why it’s So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism” by Robin Diangelo and will continue to advocate in our industry for diversity, fairness, active inclusiveness and representation. To move forward supporting each other and treating each other with kindness, dignity and respect. I don’t want anymore people getting hurt or mistreated in a community that should be embracing, inspiring and evoking kindness and love.
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Please read and listen to the ongoing posts, stories and discussions being actively shared by @ocean_bythesea, @thecolormustard, @su.krita, @astitchtowear, @tina.say.knits, @booksandcables and the many other voices that have spoken up about racism, underrepresentation, white privilege and more in and outside of our knitting community. I thank them all for courageously voicing what clearly needed to be said and I apologize it even needed to be said in the first place.
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💗 We have work to do - let’s do it.

💗There aren’t words that can accurately express the thanks and love I have for this community. I’m beyond grateful for all of your support and friendship this past year and for allowing me to continue to pursue my goals and dreams in this amazing world of fibre arts. My heart is full. Here’s to a loving, inspiring, safe, healthy, and all embracing 2019. May your new year bring you much happiness, peace and fulfillment.
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“Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.” Ralph Waldo Emerson
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🥂See you in 2019 friends! 😘💗🤗
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🎄 Happy holidays everyone! Wishing you all a holiday season filled with loved ones, yummy food, rest, happiness and inspiration. Thank you all so much for your continued support - my family and I appreciate all you do for us and I never take one day for granted getting to do what I love. 🤗 Sending lots of love and hugs your way for a special holiday season 💗. Merry Christmas 🎄!
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💗I’m taking two weeks to hang with these goofballs and I’ll be back in the new year 🤗😘💗🥰. Xoxox!

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many faces of mackenzie

October 15, 2008

i caught these pics of mackenzie as we waited in the car for dad on our road trip on the weekend.