About Us
Ikigai Fiber creates joyful, color-forward yarns, kits, and accessories designed to spark inspiration the moment you see them. Our name comes from ikigai, the idea that what you love and what you do can overlap in the most meaningful way.
We believe making should feel fun, modern, and deeply satisfying. That’s why we design products that are easy to love, exciting to knit or crochet, and beautiful to display in local yarn shops across the U.S.
From vibrant yarn to ready-to-go kits and playful notions, everything we create is meant to add color, creativity, and a little spark of purpose to your making time.
Here are the people behind the color and creativity at Ikigai Fiber: Meet the Designers
Amy Opie
Ikigai Fiber’s resident colorwork wizard and the creative mind behind many of our most beloved hat and scarf designs. Known for her clever construction and instantly recognizable style, Amy brings fresh ideas, bold palettes, and tons of maker enthusiasm to the team.
Pam Sasaki-Powers
Founder of Ikigai Fiber and longtime designer with a love of color, texture, and playful details. Pam brings her background in design and Japanese craft traditions to every yarn and kit the company creates. She’s always dreaming up modern projects that are fun to make and beautiful to wear.
