Exhibition Themes – Fleece To Fashion

The following themes highlight some of the design elements in Margaret Klein’s work. Explore each theme to see how she used stitches and yarns to create a range of textures, patterns and styles for garments and accessories.

Stitch detail from a sample knitted by project volunteer, Elisabeth Rolls, of Margaret Klein pattern style 0153, Harlequin Waistcoat © Fleece to Fashion, University of Glasgow

Intricate Motifs

View some of the motifs used in Margaret Klein’s designs, and see how the knitters executed them.

Stitch detail from a sample knitted by project volunteer, Mary McAleese, of Margaret Klein pattern style 731, Bubble Beret © Fleece to Fashion, University of Glasgow

Design Variations

Discover the ways in which Margaret Klein adapted her designs to create new ones.

Stitch detail from a sample knitted by project volunteer, Alexandra Page, of Margaret Klein pattern style 037, Men's Aran Shawl Collar Pattern A © Fleece to Fashion, University of Glasgow

Trends and Creation

See how Margaret Klein understood the trends of her time to design popular garments.