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by Alison on December 15, 2010
I think I'm just obsessed with coziness right now - I'm working on three different knit and crochet blankets, making throw pillows for our couch, and hunting around for the perfect pair of slippers. I don't know if you've seen Knitting at Home yet, but it's perfect for fueling any Must Get Warm At Any Cost feelings you might be having this holiday season. Even when my kitchen sink is full of dirty party dishes and the laundry is out of control, this book allows me to escape into a world of snuggly throws, hot cups of tea, and afternoons curled up on the couch. |
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by Alison on December 13, 2010
It’s time to announce the three winners of our Modern Top-Down Knitting book giveaway! I used a random number generator to pick winners from 1196 comments. #634 – Sarah #872 – Pam P #57 – Anita Congratulations! We’ll be emailing the winners to get their addresses so we can mail these out. Thanks to everyone who participated! |
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by Alison on December 13, 2010
Ready for another book giveaway? ;) Modern Top-Down Knitting is a treat - the collection of patterns includes clever accessories in addition to some beautiful sweaters. We're knitting several of these projects for our April catalog, so stay tuned to see them in new colors! |
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by Stacey on November 18, 2010
UPDATE 9/13 - Contest is now over! We've posted our winners here! Are you a fan of Buffy, Twilight, True Blood, Angel and The Vampire Diaries? (or like me & your vampire tastes run classic like the orginal Dracula) Do we have a book for you! Vampire Knits a brand new book coming out next week and honestly, I was so excited to see it. Mainly because several IDP designers are featured in it! |
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by Stacey on November 18, 2010
Wow, it’s so great to see so many people excited about this book! We had 2091 entries before 5pm PST on September 13. I went to my trusty Random Number Generator and picked 7 winners! Winner #1 #1920 – Beth R.! Winner #2 #1389 – Amanda T.! Winner #3 #83 – The Knitting Archaeologist! Winner #4 #451 – Amy D! Winner #5 #625 – H3Dakota! Winner #6 # 1615 – Michelle! Winner #7 #947 – Denise! I’ve sent emails to the address on the comment so if you’re a winner check your mailbox! And be sure to pick up your copy of Vampire Knits – there are so many great projects to keep you entertained through a rewatch of all the Buffy seasons! |
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by Knit Picks Staff on November 5, 2010
Wow, a lot of you love to knit with variegated yarns! We received 854 entries to this contest, but I used the random number generator to pick 5 winners. The winners are: 748 Patricia Gallagher 800 Wannietta 419 Claire 21 Judy Eidick 66 Kristina T I will email each winner and mail a copy of The Knitter's Guide to Hand-Dyed & Variegated Yarns and their favorite color of Wool of the Andes Bulky Hand Dyed to them! |
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by Kelley on November 4, 2010
By now you know how I feel about Cathy Carron’s book, Cowlgirls. But, “Don’t leave!” I’m using Cowlgirls as a seque to a topic I think you will find very helpful. Cowlgirls is appealing to me because of the variety of designs, the practicality of the “cowls” and how quickly each project knits up. Now, think about the challenges many of us face when we begin to knit gifts for Christmas. What to make for whom? Something that will actually be worn. And, a definite lack of time! The secret to making a dent in your knitting list, or even finishing it, is to choose portable and easy projects. I began to realize that Cathy’s book would be the perfect source for my gift knitting! Being in a building full of knitters, I began to wonder what books other holiday knitters were using. And, ... |
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by Kelley on October 26, 2010
You may have thought I was kidding when I showed you my first treasure from Cowl Girls by Cathy Carron. But, clearly, I could not resist! I love the hand-painted colors in Wool of the Andes Bulky - Beach Front. This one has twelve more inches of K2, P2 ribbing. Just the ticket for Chinese dinner out with friends tonight. Pass the veggie Moo Shu! |
