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by Knit Picks Podcast on July 7, 2011
Kelley interviews Michelle Edwards, author of the book A Knitter’s Home Companion. With a background in printmaking, illustration and children’s books, Michelle has always had knitting be a constant part of her life. In A Knitter’s Home Companion, Michelle shares stories and essays that explore the lives of other knitters, the lessons that are learned, and the way people are brought together through the craft. Hear all about Michelle’s journey from starting the book and meeting late night deadlines to finding time to knit 100 pairs of mittens for charity! 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Stacey on June 22, 2011
One of the best things about TNNA for me was meeting all the wonderful designers I work with all the time - both in the IDP program as well as on other projects. I tried not to be all fangirly with designers I've loved even before I started working here but it was hard not to be starstruck. First up (once I remembered to start taking pictures) was one of the original IDP designers - David Castillo. |
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by Kelley on May 31, 2011
What could be better than having an inspirational book arrive in the office at the same time as a sampling of new yarn? A Knitter's Home Companion by Michelle Edwards is an absorbing combination of stories, patterns and recipes. Her trio of washcloths just begged to be knit with our new Dishie cotton yarn. |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on May 12, 2011
Kelley interviews Lisa Shroyer, editor of Knitscene magazine and author of the new book Knitting Plus – an amazing reference guide that walks you through several sweater styles and how to modify each to make it flatter your figure, along with 15 beautiful patterns. 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Staff on April 28, 2011
Thank you to everyone who participated! This contest is now closed. To see who won, click here: Winners I haven't had a chance to do a contest for a while so when I heard that we had some weaving prizes to give away, you can imagine my excitement! Weaving is one of those crafts that I find immensely fascinating. I could watch someone weave all day long without blinking -- it's that intriguing. Uniformity, structure, and tight lines are so appealing to me so when I see a woven project, I am immediately drawn to it. I mean, look at this beautiful scarf! |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 14, 2011
Alison chats with crochet designer Linda Permann, author of Crochet Adorned and Little Crochet - which just was released last week! Hear all about Linda's design process from beginning to end in creating this beautiful book as well as tips and tricks that crocheters of all level will find helpful. Look below for the super cute book promo that Linda made herself as well as adorable pictures of some of the projects referenced in the podcast! 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Stacey on April 6, 2011
Since finishing my first real colorwork project (the Grab a Pint Mitts I wrote about awhile back), I've been wanting to get more & more into colorwork. Well, lo & behold, Melissa Leapman is putting out a brand new book called Mastering Color Knitting! Perfect timing right? There are some neat patterns included - I really like this scarf included in the double knit reversable section |
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by Stacey on April 6, 2011
I have been so excited about New England Knits since we first started seeing pictures from it and I finally got my very own copy! We're all pretty excited about it here - in fact Kate & I unknowingly both tweeted about how excited we were about it. I went to the coast this weekend & with the cool weather there, it was perfect time to thumb through it & think about all the lovely cardigans I want to make! And goodness, I think I want to make every single project in this book - something I haven't seen in a book for a very long time - well that doesn't include cute toys like Knitting Mochimochi! :) |
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by Stacey on April 6, 2011
UPDATE 9/28 - Contest is now over! We've posted our winners here! We've been enjoying these book contests so much we decided to do another one! I have 3 copies of the brand new book Cowl Girls by Cathy Carron to give away! |
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by Stacey on April 6, 2011
UPDATE 6/21 - Wow, you all love your Mochimochi! Contest is now closed, we'll choose a winner on 6/22! I think it's obvious to everyone who has seen my desk that I love knitted toys. Well, one of my all time favorite toy designers is releaseing her first book on June 29th! Knitting Mochimochi! Anna & her fabulous publisher sent us copies to give away! As much as Angela & I would love to keep them for ourselves, we want to spread the word on Knitting Mochimochi. So to be entered to win, leave a comment on this post and we'll draw two names next week for a free copy! Good Luck! |
