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by Knit Picks Podcast on November 21, 2013
This week, Kelley got a chance to chat with designer and author Stephannie Tallent. First, Kelley and Stephannie talk about the newest book, Hitch, which is a pattern collection inspired by the classic films of Alfred Hitchcock. Next, Kelley and Stephannie talk about her designs in the Wool of the Andes collection (a Knit Picks exclusive) as well as her book California Revival Knits. Hear more about Stephannie's design process and her fascinating approach to interpreting architectural inspirations into knitwear. You can find Stephannie's books and patterns here: Hitch printed book Hitch eBook California Revival Knits printed book California Revival Knits eBook IDP patterns 3 easy ways to listen... |
Category Archives: Books
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by Hannah on November 20, 2013
I'm pretty sure that you could hear my exclamations from SPACE when we got our first copy of Anna Hrachovec's new book "Huge & Huggable Mochimochi". A giant stuffed tooth brush and tooth paste tube? YES PLEASE. An enormous pink squid driving a car?? You had me at Squidpocalypse. Page after page of incredibly cute knits had me clapping my hands and giggling with delight until we reached the page with Roland the rolly bug lounging in his folding chair. At this point, my brain exploded and I had to restrain myself from ripping the book out of Stacey's hands and making a copy of the pattern to take home over the weekend so that I could have my very own Roland ASAP. |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on November 7, 2013
This week, Jenny talks with Knit Picks designer Kerin about her latest collection of patterns - Glacier Bay. Hear more about this 6-pattern collection as Kerin shares her initial inspiration behind the collection and how those ideas transformed into a wonderfully versatile mix of accessories including everything from a hat and scarf set to mitts, legwarmers and a cowl. As we talk through each of the 6 designs, Kerin goes into more detail behind each piece and highlights various techniques that were used along with a few helpful hints. You can find the Glacier Bay collection here: Glacier Bay printed book Glacier Bay eBook 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Knit Picks Staff on November 1, 2013
Nothing like a foggy November morning to remind me that winter is nearly upon us! Here in the Pacific Northwest, we've had a few frosty mornings already. This is just the kind of weather that inspired my new Glacier Bay collection! This collection features six accessories that are stylish and cozy. |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on October 10, 2013
This week, Kelley had the pleasure of chatting with the wonderfully talented Megan Goodacre! In addition to her pattern collection Study Hall Knits, Megan's long list of knitting accomplishments includes authoring the brand new Idiot's Guide: Knitting! After talking about Megan's inspiration and design process for Study Hall Knits, Kelley discusses the book writing process with Megan and highlights a few of her favorite parts of this wonderful guide to knitting. You can find more of Megan's work here: IDP Patterns by Megan Goodacre Study Hall Knits eBook Study Hall Knits printed book Idiot's Guide: Knitting Tricksy Notebook Knitters Graph 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Knit Picks Staff on September 26, 2013
The vision of the Capra collection is heirloom-knitting, creating the types of pieces that will have just as much place in your wardrobe today as it will a decade from now (or a decade ago!). Since we’re the sorts to get the inspirational ball rolling, we’ve assembled six looks using three different pieces from the collection: A lovely cabled cardigan, a classic scarf and a cleanly-bold pullover. Dianthe Cardigan by Kathryn McNaughton Worked from the bottom-up in uncomplicated stitches, the Dianthe Cardigan gets special elevation from diamond cables that run along the body and sleeve. |
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by Stacey on September 26, 2013
So, how do you like our lovely KP collections? It has been so exciting working on these - I spent 10 years working in a bookstore and I still have a great love of flipping through books. I personally think ours are just so beautiful - the designs, the photography, the layout - everything about them just makes me so proud to be a part of them. |
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by Knit Picks Staff on September 20, 2013
I'm a huge fan of nature, as I'm sure those of you who have read my other blogs will know! Walking through a sunny field or a lush forest is an experience that I treasure. But during the colder months, it's hard to really enjoy too much of the outdoors before getting chilly. That's why in my latest collection, Hearth and Home, I bring the beauty of nature indoors! |
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by Knit Picks Staff on September 19, 2013
I love my job! I have the pleasure of finding books at Knit Picks. Today is double exciting because we have new books to share and it's book sale time! With 40% off it's hard to resist! Here are some knitting, crocheting and tatting books that have caught my eye! |
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by Stacey on September 17, 2013
As the coordinator of our IDP collections, the biggest "problem" with my job is the fact that I am constantly surrounded by patterns I want to make RIGHT NOW. Case in point: last month we released Reclaimed (where I immediately cast on for Addison - I'm about halfway through the body) and the Wool of the Andes Collection (where I have the yarn already for Insulate). Now we've come out with probably my favorite collection to date - I want to knit everything! |
