Welcome! I’m Mary Lee… the knitter and designer behind Fifty Four Ten Studio. I have been knitting, sewing and crafting since I was about eight years old. I published my first knitting pattern in 2013 and my collection now includes more than 70 designs. Fifty Four Ten Studio is named for the house number of the home my grandparents purchased when my mother was a young girl.
Hi... my name is Mary Lee! I'm the knitter and designer behind Fifty Four Ten Studio. My sweet mother taught me to knit when I was about 8 years old. My first project was a blanket for my doll. I remember it clearly: garter stitch, light yellow acrylic yarn and a few dropped stitches that resulted in holes.
When I was young, my parents encouraged me to explore all kinds of arts and crafts activities by providing me with the materials that I needed to create. I loved to sew (I spent hours using my mother’s sewing machine making clothes for my dolls), knit, draw and paint. In high school, I spent all of my extra time at school hanging out in the art room. In college, I worked at a cute little yarn store and I still have some yarn in my stash that I bought at that store many years ago!
I love giving hand knit gifts to my friends and family. In these days of mass produced gifts (that often require a plug-in cord or battery) it is nice to give something that is truly one-of-a-kind. I love to see the smile on their faces when they open a gift I made for them.
I live in a suburb of Kansas City with my husband. We love it when our two young adult kids are home to visit! I enjoy knitting, reading (see some of my favorite books on Bookshop.org), baking, making jam in the summer, taking photos and going to the beach (not in Kansas!).
Fifty Four Ten Studio is named for the house number of the home my grandparents purchased when my mother was a young girl. They had lived in a one bedroom apartment hotel for many years and this was the first home they owned. Still today, many years after the home was sold, my family refers fondly to the family home by the house number…5410.
This is an old photo of their house....
I designed and published my first knitting pattern in November 2013. As of 2023, I have published more than 70 knitting patterns.
The constant through all of my patterns is a desire to write clear directions so you will be successful. I use row by row knitting directions in standard US terms. All abbreviations are explained in the pattern. (However, I try not to overuse abbreviations.) I make every effort to lists the skills needed for each pattern in my pattern listings so you will know what to expect. If there are steps in the pattern which go beyond the required skills and might be new to you, I include photos with step-by-step instructions to guide you through every step of the process.
My customers tell me that they appreciate the detail included in my knitting patterns. Many beginners say that my patterns have helped them gain confidence in their knitting skills.
These are some of my favorite knitting pattern designs over the years. Click here to see my collection of knitting patterns for blankets, scarves, pillows and Christmas ornaments.
Fifty Four Ten Studio knitting patterns are available to purchase here on the Fifty Four Ten Studio website and on Ravelry. Many of my patterns are also available in my Etsy shop, as well as LoveCrafts and WEBS Yarn Store.
Several of my patterns are available as knitting kits from Lion Brand Yarn. The kits include the PDF digital knitting pattern and all the yarn needed to make the project. Customize the knitting kit by selecting your favorite yarn color(s). Shop all of my knitting kits on LionBrand.com.
Looking for a cute gift for your favorite knitter? (Or, a little gift for yourself!) Check out my new Fifty Four Ten Studio Zazzle Shop that includes knitting themed tote bags, cute coffee mugs, “handmade with love” gift tags, inspiring journal notebooks, and more!
My Zazzle shop has cute knitting themed tote bags and coffee mugs, as well as other gifts for knitters and makers. My favorite is the “In My Knitting Era” tote bag! Thanks for taking a minute to check out my Fifty Four Ten Studio Zazzle Shop!
Most of my knitting patterns are available at wholesale prices through the Ravelry In-store Sales Program. Click here to see all of my patterns on Ravelry.
Owners of brick-and-mortar local yarn shops can get more details about the In-store Sales Program for selling PDF knitting patterns on Ravelry.
Any questions… contact Mary Lee at: FiftyFourTenStudio@gmail.com
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“Very much enjoyed using this pattern for a baby blanket. Easy to follow instructions; useful tips and everything is well written and comprehensive.”
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“My third blanket by Fifty Four Ten Studio - I love her patterns!”
“I love that you design blankets for so many sizes. I was finally able to make a blanket for my 6’6” tall grandson. Thank you for all the work you do designing these blankets. I love them all!”
“Making a baby blanket for a friend. Such an easy and user friendly pattern. Love it. Will be back for other patterns for sure.”
