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by Jennifer on January 4, 2017
We have so many exciting things to show you! Our new Knit Picks Winter 2017 Catalog is in the mail (look for it in the next few days), and it is packed with SO MUCH fun stuff! Let's start with the big news: NEW Foursquare Needles We'll be talking more about our fabulous new needles in detail later this week, but for now here are the highlights: Our NEW Foursquare Needles are a little different - and a lot of fun! We took the same smooth, laminated birch of our popular Majestic needles and squared them. The slightly rounded corners provide a comfortable extra grip for your fingers and yarn, helping to keep your hands limber and your stitches even. Foursquare Needles are available in Straight Needles, Interchangeable Tips, DPNs, and Fixed Circular Needles. |
Category Archives: Inspiration
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by Heidi on January 2, 2017
Ah, a fresh, shiny new year! As Anne of Green Gables said, “Isn't it nice to think that tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it yet?” For 2017, we are looking forward to all the mistake-free days ahead, full of new adventures, mountains to conquer and stitches to make! Wanda the Woolly captures our attitude perfectly, as she gazes into the future atop a mountain of 100% wool Super Tuff Puff, perfect for quick accessories and home decor. Download your calendar today and dream of the masterpieces you will create in 2017! |
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by Stacey on December 30, 2016
With our holiday gift crafting winding down (except for me - I'm always behind so all my gifts are late!), we're turning our thoughts to 2017 and what our goals are for the new year! So we got together and came up with our personal crafting resolutions! |
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by Hannah on December 29, 2016
Whoa, big sale alert! We have over 500 of our oh-so-fancy luxury yarns on sale for up to 40% off through January 2nd! Alpaca, silk, cashmere, merino, mohair - they're all included so you can treat yourself to any of these stellar fiber blends without breaking the bank. Enjoy the silky smooth shine of Luminance or the soft bounce of Preciosa while the sale is on! Need some knitting inspiration? Read on for some of our favorite pattern collections that feature these stellar skeins! |
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by Stacey on December 28, 2016
This time of year, many of us crafters are looking for some brand new projects to start for ourselves! So I thought I'd do a round up of our best selling patterns from 2016, both to inspire you and to see what your fellow Knit Picks lovers worked on this year! #1 - Hue Shift Afghan This is, by far, our most popular pattern year after year! And it's easy to see why - it's a super fun knit (those squares are just addicting) and looks gorgeous. It's also easy to switch colors or yarns for your own personal preference. The original is in Brava Sport while I made a version in Mighty Stitch (which I LOVE). I've also seen versions in so many creative colorways - check out the projects on Ravelry! |
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by Alexis WC on December 27, 2016
I bring you our first top five list for 2016 – The Top Five Yarn Lines. As the merchandise planner For Knit Picks I especially enjoy analyzing what keeps your needles and hooks active and wanted to share what YOU made our most popular yarn lines. There weren’t too many surprises, basics are key with this crowd, and I’m sure we all have a hank or two of these in our stash. |
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by Jennifer on December 21, 2016
It's not too late to order holiday gifts! That's right... we're offering FREE 2-Day Shipping for customers in the contiguous United States when you spend over $75. That means you still have time to get that gift still lingering on your list - or maybe a little something for yourself! We've made it super easy to get this deal. 1. Do a bit of shopping, at least $75. 2. Enter promo code FREE2DAY16 3. At checkout, select 2-day shipping & handling. 4. Relax! |
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by Heidi on December 19, 2016
You've finished making all your presents (go you!) and now it's time to put the finishing touches on your handmade masterpieces. In the spirit of one-of-a-kind gifts, we've made several unique, fiber-focused gift tags to garnish your gift. |
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by Daniel K. on December 15, 2016
A few years ago, a knitter friend of mine presented me with a different way to give handmade gifts: don’t gift finished projects. It was a revelation. Business As Usual It seems to be a common progression amongst knitters. When you first learn to knit you think to yourself “I’ll never have to buy another gift again! From now on, everyone in my life will receive thoughtfully planned, lovingly created, unique handmade treasures!” Then your first Christmas happens. Realizing that you cannot, in fact, make all of your gifts by hand (short of quitting your job and your wrists falling off), you scale back your expectations. But even if you only make a few things a year for the most ... |
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by Daniel K. on December 2, 2016
If you’re ready for some color to perk up the darker months, you’ll love December’s Monthly Yarn Sale: 20% off all Stroll Hand Painted. Although we have yet to hit “official” Winter, some days it feels like the best of Fall is behind us. Where we call home, the leaves have fallen, the grey days seem to have set in, and it’s anyone guess the next time we’ll see real sunshine. Even the affirmed sun-averse like myself can find ourselves yearning for something bright. Stroll Hand Painted is the perfect answer, especially at 20% off! |
