Monthly Archives: June 2018

Summer Launch: New Bare Yarns + Lace Collections!

Knit Picks Summer yarn sale 2018
Summer starts next week, but things are already heating up around the Knit Picks office. We’re SO excited to show off our 2 new Lace collections, as well as 12 brand spankin’ new Bare Yarns! Did we mention that we’re also kicking off our biggest summer yarn sale ever, too? It’s almost too much awesomeness for one post. Almost.

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Free The Sun’s Out! Dishcloth

Ain’t no sunshine when she’s gone
It’s not warm when she’s away
Ain’t no sunshine when she’s gone
And she’s always gone too long
Anytime she goes away

– Bill Withers

No matter if the sun is shining where you are or not (as it is in Pacific Northwest this week), you can brighten your kitchen anytime with the newest member of the Scrub-A-Dub – the free The Sun’s Out Dishcloth.

Free sun dishcloth pattern from Knit Picks

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We LOVE Crochet!


Crochet is such a fun craft! Although I am not a confident knitter, crochet will always have my heart. I love how easy it is to play with color, how fast it is to finish projects, and the fun projects you can easily create with crochet. I thought that I would pay tribute to my love of crochet in today’s post by highlighting some awesome modern books and patterns.
Modern Crochet
I love that this craft is evolving constantly and I am enamored by the modern patterns being released by crocheters. Two books I am loving are Modern Crochet and Modern Tapestry Crochet.
Modern Tapestry Crochet explores the easy basics of tapestry crochet and has 20 gorgeous patterns with geometric patterned motifs. The geometric designs elevates this tried-and-true craft to a modern …

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Save the Date: World Wide Knit in Public Day

 
Bette Davis knittingPhoto from fanpop.com
Every June since 2005, knitters around the world have been gathering together in public spaces to celebrate their craft with like-minded individuals. This year, as in years past, the Knit Picks staff is hosting an event in our own backyard of Portland, Oregon, known as our “Knit Pick-nic”, in the spirit of this day. Any and all crafters, crocheters, & knitters are welcome to attend and partake in this fun communal crafting event. We’ll be supplying attendees with loads of FREE Knit Picks yarn, raffle prizes, snacks, and other fiber-related fun. So bring whatever project you’re working on, or the tools you’ll need to start a new one (did we mention the loads of FREE yarn …

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Free Saut Dishcloth Pattern

Finding a pattern for multicolored yarn can tend be difficult. You don’t want the colors to overwhelm a pattern – for instance, cables can get lost in a super colorful yarns – but you want a little interest and texture to keep your interest when working on it. The newest member of our Scrub-A-Dub club solves that dilemma for you – check out the free Suat Dishcloth pattern.

Free Saut Dishcloth Pattern from Knit Picks

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