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by Knit Picks Staff on March 29, 2018
Our staff is passionate about knitting, but there is always some project waiting in our queues that we’d love to have the time or skills to make. You’re invited to post a comment below and share your own dream projects with us, too. We’d love to see what you aspire to accomplish! Here are some of the knitting dream projects that we’d like to pursue. Kate, Administrative Assistant Gradience Shawl in Stroll Gradient My goal is to knit my first shawl before the beginning of summer. What I love about the Gradience Shawl is the opportunity to use a brilliant pop of color to accentuate the geometric lines of the piece. The basic lace technique required to make ... |
Category Archives: favorite patterns
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by Knit Picks Staff on February 1, 2018
It’s the Red and Pink Yarn Sale, arriving just in time for you to be our Valentine. We have over 200 rosy, blushing yarns at up to 30% off! With these gorgeous yarns at such low prices, this is the perfect opportunity to show someone special (or yourself!) just how much you care. To that end, I’ve curated a few of my favorite knitting and crochet patterns to share with you that highlight these cheerful colors. Keep an eye out for pieces that come together quickly. They’re a great choice for crafting a gift before the 14th! |
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by Kate M on January 28, 2018
I never thought I would say this, but I guess Drake and I have something in common. |
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by Elaine D'Arcangelo on December 13, 2017
Spread the handmade love around this holiday with these quick and easy hand-knit gift ideas! Here are a few patterns that can be easily knitted in a weekend, afternoon, or even an hour. |
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by Elaine D'Arcangelo on October 23, 2017
Make a splash in your wardrobe with our new Color Shift pattern collection! Paired with our gradient yarns these projects are eye catching and beautiful. |
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by Daniel K. on July 12, 2017
You might have noticed that we have lace on the brain a bit here at Knit Picks, what with our customizing, beginner-friendly Shawls for All and the drool-worthy Luxurious Lace. Lace knitting in particular has a certain mystique, with fabled,almost esoteric traditions with origins shrouded in mystic legendry. Flipping or clicking through Luxurious Lace in particular, you might have seen references to various traditions. Though adapted to modern tools and methods, when you work these and other patterns you are participating in a tradition. Let's take a bit of time to explore a few of these traditions, and look at what exactly makes Estonian lace Estonian lace. |
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by Stacey on June 28, 2017
Oh happy day - our beloved Hue Shift Afghan Kits are back in stock! Hue Shift has been our most popular pattern for almost 5 years now. And it's easy to see why! The pattern is simple to memorize (love those mitered squares) and the blend of colors is to die for. Not to mention the price for the materials. When you buy the pattern bundled with our favorite colorways, the total cost for the pattern and yarn is only $25.98! |
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by Emily G on May 30, 2017
<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-61128" src="http://eore4vit998.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Summer-yarn-cover-image.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="600" /After a long, dreary winter, we're finally starting to get some sun in the Pacific Northwest! Pulling out my sandals and sundresses has me thinking about my summer knitting plans. |
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by Alexis WC on May 24, 2017
You can have pets and have nice things if you follow our handy guide cat (or dog) hair removal. |
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by Daniel K. on May 9, 2017
Rebekah Berkompas is one of the most versatile designers involved in Knit Picks' Independent Designer Partnership program, with a wide-ranging collection of knits, from practical kitchen patterns to booties of all sizes and lovely shawls. |
