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by Kelley on May 15, 2013
Image from Timpani Ravelry pattern page. Hah! You thought it was going to be a pair of socks!! I recently spoke with Jen Lucas about her new book Sock-Yarn Shawls for an upcoming podcast. I loved the book and Jen’s enthusiasm got me excited to decide on one of her shawls for our trip to the east coast this weekend. |
Category Archives: eBooks
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by Knit Picks Podcast on May 9, 2013
On this week's episode, Jenny gets a chance to talk with Kerin about her latest pattern collection, Windswept. Inspired by the scenic mid-Atlantic beaches, this collection shows off a versatile set of patterns that are easy-to-wear and take you from warm sunny days to cool evening walks along the boardwalk. Learn more about Kerin's inspiration and design process, in addition to getting a behind-the-scenes look into this stunning 6-pattern collection. The Windswept pattern collection is available as an eBook and as a printed book here: Windswept eBook Windswept printed book And don't forget - you can also purchase single pattern downloads from this stunning pattern collection! 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Stacey on April 30, 2013
You may have heard me on a recent podcast talking about our IDP collections - we have 2 new ones! One is Tabetha Hedrick's Urban Texture, who I was delighted to talk to on the podcast. The other is Luise O'Neill's beautiful collection In Tune: |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on January 3, 2013
Bringing together enchanting colorwork and captivating cables – Illuminated Lines captures the magic of Celtic art and culture with six exquisite designs. Hear all about how Kerin’s interest in Celtic culture inspired this new and exclusive pattern collection. Kerin and Jenny talk through each of the six patterns in Illuminated Lines, starting with the inspiration for each design, how that translated into the concept and ultimately into the knitted pattern in addition to the design details that make each piece a unique combination of traditional and modern. Kerin also shares tips and tricks throughout to help you try a variety of new and intriguing techniques with confidence. Explore and celebrate the wonderful traditions of Celtic history with Illuminated Lines as Kerin shares her design journey with you. Illuminated Lines is available as an eBook and as a printed book here: Illuminated Lines eBook Illuminated Lines printed book And don’t forget – you can ... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on November 8, 2012
This week, Jenny and Stacey chat about what is on every knitter and crocheter's mind this time of the year - holiday crafting! Both Jenny and Stacey share a list of their favorite knit and crochet designs for the holiday season. Find out what makes or breaks a project when it comes to crafting for the holidays and what go-to books (and eBooks) knitters and crocheters should be sure to check out this holiday season. We really love the holiday crafting season and had so much fun sharing our favorite projects and patterns. So consider yourself warned: in our holiday crafting excitement, there might be excessive uses of the words cute, pretty and adorable in addition to lots of "squeee"! And as very not-so-subtle hints for our family and friends, we also talk about what tops our very own wish lists. 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Stacey on October 30, 2012
This time of year, I always start stressing out over gifts I want to make for the holidays - I, like many knitters I know, love to make handmade gifts for loved ones. But around the end of October, I discover my time management skills are pretty poor and there's no way I can make elaborate cabled sweaters for everyone on my list so I start looking for smaller items to knit. Well, thank goodness for the new Holla Knits Accessories eBook - 6 little patterns that I'm sure will work for several people on my list! |
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by Stacey on October 25, 2012
All of us here have been a fan of Stephanie Dosen AKA tiny owl knits for quite awhile - from her bunny slippers pattern hopsalot to her adorable deer with tiny antlers hat to her super popular & addicting beeskeeper's quilt, her whimsical patterns have delighted us for years. Now we are so excited to have her newest collection - The Woodsy Association! |
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by Stacey on October 18, 2012
Way back in March, I came across a Kickstarter for a new knitting book inspried by knitting during the World Wars. I thought it sound like a great idea, since I'm a sucker for that time period, and immediately donated to it...and now I'm excited to see the finished project! The Heritage Collection: WWI & WWII, now available on the Knit Picks website, is beautiful collection of patterns by Rohn Strong - and I was delighted to have the opportunity to talk to him about his work! |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on October 11, 2012
Not ready to let go of your summer knitting just yet? Keep your lace projects inspired with this week’s podcast as Kelley chats with designer Anna Dalvi, author of the books Shaping Shawls and Ancient Egyptian Lace & Color. Hear all about Anna’s love of shawls and her design process for her book Shaping Shawls, which focuses on construction techniques for shawls. In her newest book, Ancient Egyptian Lace & Color, Anna uses her lace knitting expertise to explore the stories, symbolism, and mythologies of Egypt as reinterpreted through her lace designs. Anna also shares a few of her favorite mythological stories with Kelley and how they have inspired her designs. Ancient Egyptian Lace & Color. And don’t forget to check out Anna’s first book, Shaping Shawls! 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on October 3, 2012
This week, we have another bonus episode of the Knit Picks podcast and it is chock-full of adorably scary projects perfect for Halloween! First, Stacey talks with Anna Hrachovec of Mochimochi Land about her newest book Super-Scary Mochimochi. This latest collection of patterns still highlights the cute and clever knitted tiny toys that Anna is known for, but with a scary and creepy twist! Hear all about Anna’s design process for this book, what some of her favorite patterns are, her inspiration for the designs, along with fun behind-the-scenes stories. Next up, Stacey chats with crochet designer Deja Jetmir about her newest eBook Wonderfully Horrific Crochet. In her book, Deja celebrates all of the camp and fun of classic horror themes with 14 patterns for crocheted softies. Hear all about how Deja started designing her own crochet patterns and learn more about the design ... |
