Pauline (37) from Geldrop has been crocheting for eight years and took up knitting three years ago as a creative way to relax and express herself. For the regional wool project, she experimented with felting handspun wool—an idea that didn’t work out as planned, but led to a new direction: knitting mittens and starting a matching scarf. Along the way, she discovered that regional wool behaves differently than she’s used to—sturdier, less soft, and surprisingly resistant to shrinking. Pauline embraces the trial-and-error process, always open to adapting her plans and exploring new ideas through craft.

Peter van Elburg Boddendijk (35) from Helmond has been creative since childhood, from drawing to decorating cakes, and in recent years has added crochet and sock knitting to his skillset. For the regional wool project, he hand-dyed wool with coffee and tea for the first time and used it to knit a pair of fingerless gloves—with a matching hat still in progress. The natural color variations of the regional wool suit his love for detail, like contrasting edges. For Peter, knitting is not only a relaxing activity but also a way to stay connected to the memory of his grandmother.

Marian Diepenbroek (65) from Nijkerk has been working with wool in many forms, from knitting as a child to spinning and weaving in recent years. Introduced to raw fleece by her daughter, she fell in love with wool’s natural textures, smells, and sustainable possibilities. For her regional wool project, Marian spun locally sourced wool into yarn and wove it into patterned cloth, which she transformed into naturally styled pillows backed with unbleached cotton. Her process—from shearing day to finished pieces—reflects her deep appreciation for wool as a meditative and meaningful craft.

Fleur van Lieshout (28) from Eindhoven is a dedicated maker with a deep appreciation for natural materials and slow fashion. After rediscovering her creative spark through sewing, she began knitting two years ago and has been hooked ever since. For the regional wool project, Fleur designed and hand-knitted a sweater using traditional techniques, inspired by the Strabrechtse Heide and her local roots. Her thoughtful approach reflects a strong connection to the origin of materials and a growing resistance to fast fashion culture.

Mirta (28) from Eindhoven began knitting and crocheting two years ago, inspired by her passion for fashion and her desire to design and make her own clothes. She now uses a single bed knitting machine to create structured, textured pieces that merge creativity with technique. For her regional wool project, she designed two unique tops—one vest with corset-inspired elements and a dreamy texture, and a second with asymmetric button details. Knitting is not just a craft for Mirta, but a calming, creative escape from her 9-to-5 routine.