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by Stacey on March 25, 2020
Update! WUA has made the difficult decision to suspend accepting donations. In the meantime, keep crocheting and knitting those squares and blankets so you’re ready to send them in when they’ve reopened their submissions! With many folks now home bound for the time being, you might find yourself looking for ways to engage creatively with your loved ones in the same position. We, of course, suggest teaching them to knit – and with #WarmUpTogether, they’ll be helping others in need! |
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by Stacey on March 18, 2020
If you’re longing for connection to community right now, join us! WeCrochet and Knit Picks have partnered with Warm Up America to create afghan and blanket projects to go to seniors and others in need in our communities. If you’re home and looking for something to do, let’s share the love and #WarmUpTogether! Warm Up America accepts knit and crochet projects and squares made in machine washable yarns. If you would like a full list of washable yarns we offer, scroll to the bottom of this post. Here are the ways you can help . . . Make a Square to Donate Warm ... |
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by Knit Picks on March 16, 2020
Update! WUA has made the difficult decision to suspend accepting donations. In the meantime, keep crocheting and knitting those squares and blankets so you’re ready to send them in when they’ve reopened their submissions! Knit Picks is teaming up with our sister brand WeCrochet to encourage our community to craft for a cause. We are supporting Warm Up America! (WUA), the charity that warms peoples’ lives, and encouraging donations to this important organization. To participate, knit or crochet any of the following: 7″ x 9″ squares (any gauge, any stitch)Finished blankets, from throw and lapghan size and largerOr ... |
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by Knit Picks Staff on April 20, 2019
We love our planet. In the spirit of celebrating Earth Day, we’re sharing the love by offering limited edition free reusable totes and project bags for anyone who shops the site this weekend! To get yours, it’s SUPER simple: If your order totals $50 or more, you get to add a free “Coffee Cup” project bag to your cart with promo code EARTH50. Made from 100% certified organic cotton, this 10″ x 12″ drawstring bag serves up crafty inspiration when you need it most. For those who spend a bit more ($75+), you can add the adorable “Rainbow Cloud” tote bag to your cart with code EARTH75. Made from recycled cotton, this cheerful carryall is sure to bring a smile to your face. It’s as ... |
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by Daniel K. on June 15, 2018
That special time comes but once a year, an occasion for the celebration of our skills and some crafty camraderie, a chance to let our fiber flag fly: Knit in Public Day! In keeping with recent Knit Picks tradition, we hosted a knitting potluck at a nearby park, with everything from previews to prizes. A few members of our team are here to tell us in their own words just how their Knit in Public Day went. Enjoy! Listen now… . . .or save for later! Questions for Knit Picks? Curious about life at KP? Having a problem with your knitting? From process to products, tips to techniques, send us your inquiries at podcast@knitpicks.com for a chance to have your question answered in future podcast episodes! — Mentioned in the episode: Sparkles the Knitting Unicorn, available as project ... |
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by Kate M on June 12, 2018
Knit in Public Day 2018: Recap This past Saturday we loaded up our cars with yarn, books, and a giant unicorn and headed out to Overlook Park in north Portland to host our annual Knit Pick-nic. |
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by Kate M on April 28, 2018
Got a spare 2 minutes? Want to help us improve our products and services? We want to hear from you! Take a super quick survey and you’ll be entered to win a Knit Picks gift card worth $100! Click here to begin taking the survey >> http://bit.ly/KpSurveyApril18. It’s quick & painless, we promise! |
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by Jennifer on November 14, 2017
That’s right, our yearly BIG Sale is finally here! Our BIG Sale happens the week before Thanksgiving every year, and it's packed full of lots of great deals. BIG Yarn Sale YARN SALE - Get up to 60% off over 1,000 yarns - more yarns on sale than before! There's yarn in every fiber category and weight, at really amazing prices! We make it easy to shop by fiber as well as discount, so hop on over and start shopping! Shop the YARN SALE here >> |
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by Stacey on November 8, 2017
This past weekend, Knit Picks did something we've never done before - we had a booth at the super popular Vogue Knitting Live in Seattle! It was so wonderful to meet so many nice folks and be able to show off our yarn & needles in person. Attendees were able to touch all of our yarns (we brought one of each!) at our yarn tasting or try out one our needles. They were also able to see some of our amazing yarn colors in person and purchase skeins of Hawthorne, Stroll, Wonderfluff and more. We had a blast chatting with everyone (some of us even lost our voices) and can't wait to do it again. We thought we'd share a some of the fun we had! |
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by Holly K on June 9, 2015
This Saturday, June 13th, is World Wide Knit in Public Day! How much do you knit in public? Whether it's in a coffee or bookshop, on public transportation or in the park, I always have my knitting with me, ready to be pulled out whenever I have a slow moment. I find that it's those couple of rows that I can get done here and there, that seem to make all the difference in keeping my projects on track. Suddenly, I'm done with them, and I've been less grumpy with train schedules and other annoyances in the process. Double win! We tend to open up the holiday a bit more than it's name suggests and refer it as World Wide Craft in Public Day! Whether you knit, crochet, or do anther craft, it's great to do it among others in a public place. You never know who you'll meet! This year, Knit Picks is holding what we're calling a "Knit Pick-nic" for Craft in Public Day. If you're in the Portland, Oregon area and want to join us for some outdoor crafting, we'll be in Sellwood Park (picnic area H). We'll have prize packs for the first 100 or so friends that join us, a meet and greet with local designers, and so much fun in general! You can find all of the details on the Knit Picks Facebook page HERE. If you're not in our area, we hope you'll craft in public where ever you might reside. Handmade items among members of your community - who can resist? (photo is from the Knit Picks Holiday Craft Party at West Elm, this past Winter) |
