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Although we are experiencing a heatwave here in the Pacific Northwest, we’re staying cool with a few of our favorite ocean-inspired yarn, patterns and accessories. This month’s faves include everything from deep navy to classic cobalt and sky blue – we hope you love these as much as we do. Happy Crafting!
Perhaps you’ve picked out your favorite fair isle knitting pattern now (perhaps it’s from our new collection, Creative Color: 2016 Fair Isle Collection ) but you’re not in love with the exact colors the pattern uses. How can you go about substituting colors effectively, in fair isle knitting? Andrea Lum talks us through yarn progression and substitution, so you can knit the fair isle garment of your dreams.
Read more »So picture this: You have one skein of our new Mighty Stitch Super Bulky yarn, because you just wanted to play with it. But what do you do with 44 yards of this lovely yarn? Well, we have the perfect quick knit for you – the Ski Bunny Headband, a new free pattern by Kimberly Golynskiy!
Knit Picks staffers are keeping busy this summer by making adornments for their necks. From beginner projects to advanced, our team is working with color and texture to produce some gorgeous accessories that sure will come in handy when the cooler months come around. Check them out, and maybe you’ll cast on for a scarf, cowl, or shawl very soon!
Dorothy was definitely imagining a room full of cozy blankets, plush pillows, and sweet knit home decor when she clicked her ruby shoes together and whispered “There’s no place like home!” Decorate your abode with our new No Place Like Home collection, the patterns divided into three distinct styles: Farmhouse Flair, Southwest Style and Lodge Living. There’s something for every aesthetic and skill level in this sure-to-be-classic collection.
Read more »This week, fair isle knitter Andrea Lum tells us how to swatch for fair isle knitting. Have you ever done a swatch in the round? Learn why it works so well, for fair isle knitting.
Read more »From interchangeable knitting needle sets to fixed circs, double pointed needles and classic straight needles – our needle sale is now going on which means you get to save 10%! Just take your pick and enjoy the extra savings on a new pair of needles, or maybe indulge in a complete new set.
And what’s better than 10% off knitting needles? The fact that this sale includes both our new Majestic knitting needles and our new Shorties needles! Woohoo!
Read more »When the cold winds begin to blow, you need the warmest possible hat to keep your ears warm! We have the perfect solution – a gorgeous free colorwork hat pattern by Emily Ringelman – Glacier Peak!
Are you new to knitting, and interested in fair isle knitting, but unsure of what the term actually means? Andrea Lum is here to give us tips on fair isle, in celebration of our new collection, Creative Color: 2016 Fair Isle Collection. This week, Andrea defines fair isle knitting, and shows you some different ways the technique is used, in garments and accessories alike.
Read more »Do you have certain “yarn categories”? It never used to get that specific for me but recently it’s changed. I used to have a few favorite yarns and use them for everything under the sun. Lately, I’ve noticed that I like to make specific things with certain yarns: wool is for sweaters, superwash wool is for kids, and acrylic (even in blends) is for toys, pillows, and blankets. Apparently, my colleagues have a similar ethos, because when Mighty Stitch Bulky and Super Bulky hit the office, we wasted no time in making things for around the house that really bring a smile to our faces. Check them out, and see if they bring a smile to yours, as well!
