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by Kate M on December 18, 2018
We’ve arrived at the last installment of our 12 Weeks of Gifting series. This week’s free pattern, the Birdseye Kitchen Set, will come in handy for your post-holiday cleanup. Knit in Dishie yarns, the Birdseye set is a fun and easy knit. The textured body is accented by bands of color and includes instructions for both a hand towel and dishcloth. This pieces are easy to resize by adding or subtracting a multiple of 2 stitches, and then knitting to desired length. Happy Knitting & Happy Holidays! |
Category Archives: Inspiration
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by Kate M on December 17, 2018
“Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home.” – Edith Sitwell It’s no secret that we love a good listicle. When the opportunity presents itself to write about our favorite things, we jump on it. Traditions vary for those of us here at Knit Picks HQ, but the one common thread is that for each of us, this time of year offers a chance to indulge in the nostalgic traditions each of us holds dear. Whether it be watching Emmet Otter’s Jug Band Christmas on repeat or imbibing a classy holiday cocktail or ... |
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by Kate M on December 11, 2018
Here we are, the second to last week in our annual free pattern series, 12 Weeks of Gifting. We hope y’all have found something along the way that has caught your eye and has made its way into your pattern queue. If not, don’t worry. There’s still two free patterns left, including this week’s delicious double-sided neck warmer, the Duet For One Cowl. The inspiration for its name was drawn from an episode of Fraggle Rock, and we can’t help but find it both charming and comforting. Bonus: it was knit in our beloved Provincial Tweed superwash yarn, which is more than enough reason to want to get your hands on it for a good squish. Knit in the round in a slipped-stitch pattern, it ... |
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by Stacey on December 10, 2018
We're coming down to the wire when it comes to holiday gifts - Christmas is only 2 weeks away! So, if you're like me, and scrambling to think of some last minute gifts for those on your list, I have a few suggestions for you, both big and small. |
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by Alexis WC on December 4, 2018
Rejoice, Swish lovers, Swish Bulky is back in nine lovely colors ranging from our most popular rich and delicious jewel toned heathers to our subtly sophisticated complementary neutrals. A virtue of being a bulky in this ever-versatile fine superwash merino fiber means this yarn will work up fast, making it an excellent choice for beginners and experts alike. |
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by Kate M on December 4, 2018
We’re soooo close to the end of our 12 Weeks of Gifting series, and the knits are getting bulkier by the week. With the idea of creating quick gifts for those remaining folks on your lists (or for just for you!), our remaining patterns will be ones that should take no more* than a weekend. *in theory (wink) The mercury is dropping steadily for those of us north of the 45th parallel, which has us seeking the warmth and comfort of a squishy oversized hat, much like the Swoop Beanie. The twisty stitch pattern looks amazing in variegated colorways, and ... |
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by Lee Meredith on December 1, 2018
Happy December! It’s the month of cozy snuggling up in your warm hand knits… while frantically last-minute gift knitting! We hope you started early and aren’t too overwhelmed with gifts yet to be made, but perhaps the smaller of these sweet Plant Cozies is a good option for a quick project. The pattern is by SpillyJane and is offered as a free pattern, our gift to you, along with these calendar wallpaper downloads! To get the December 2018 calendar background of your choosing (smart phones, tablets or desktop computers), simply click the applicable device icon below. Enjoy! |
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by Kate M on November 30, 2018
It’s been a bit since our last staff project post. Most of us have been up to our ears in traveling to shows, developing new exciting products, and in general just resisting the temptation to stay inside all day and make ALL the things. Regardless of how busy we are, you know we spend an inordinate amount of time with our pattern queue and massive yarn stash. Here’s a look at what has been coming off of our needles around the office this fall! Kate’s Shifty Shawl |
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by Hillary E on November 29, 2018
Don’t you wish autumn weather lasted all year? With our new sock labs, those autumn vibes will linger well into winter. With tones of chocolaty brown, rust orange, and a sea of blue and gray, these yarns embody all the warm colors of fall. They are begging to be knit into your new favorite snuggly garment. The Rita M Shawl would look gorgeous in these tones and will be sure to become your go-to knit this winter! If you want to combine all 3 of these beautiful hanks, the Blushing scarf is a great pattern to do so. And the ultimate treat for your feet would be to knit up a pair of Annagh Socks, Fortunate Isle Socks, or Peony ... |
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by Kate M on November 28, 2018
Winter is coming; is your stash ready? If it’s not (I mean is it really ever?), then we have some great news for you! Delicious, new yummy winter yarns are here to make life that much better. Rich neutral tweeds, bulky Superwash Merino, and ultra-luxurious handpainted Cashmere fibers are just a click away! |
