Heli Rajavaara

Heli Rajavaara

Hi, I’m Heli Rajavaara – knitter, testknitter, knitwear designer and technical editor.
When I was a little girl, my mom and grandmom teached me how to knit and I’ve been doing it ever since. I have also always been interested in other handicrafts too.

Many years ago, I started to do testknits for several designers, testing the patterns before pattern release. I have also worked as a technical editor for some years, working together with designers worldwide.
I have also started do to some knitwear designing too – mainly socks and hats so far.

Workshops:

Heli Rajavaara 8 JUNE, 13H-16H, DOURO RIVER ROOM

Technical editing basics – workshop for knitwear designers

Heli Rajavaara 8 JUNE, 17H-20H, DOURO RIVER ROOM

Socks – Toe up and cuff down