About Yoko Hatta
Yoko Hatta is the designer behind the Japanese knitting studio Kazekobo. A prolific artist whose work spans over 30 years, she has written many knitwear books and stitch dictionaries, and contributed to numerous magazines and compilations in both Japan and the US. She is a contributor to Brooklyn Tweed and Vogue Knitting, and over 1,000 of her designs can be seen on Ravelry.com. Her designs are known for adding contemporary flair to classic garments.
About Cassandra Harada
Translator and introduction writer Cassandra Harada is a fibre artist living in Japan, who spends most of her time knitting, and spinning for herself and good friends. Originally from the US, Cassandra has been in Japan for about 15 years and thoroughly enjoys studying the language and culture of her adopted home.
