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by Holly K on March 2, 2016
Though I have loved many Knit Picks yarns over the course of my recent project making, Preciosa Fingering Tonal Yarn might perhaps be my all-time favorite. The colors are spectacular, the softness is unmatched, and projects made in this yarn come out looking so very dreamy. For a while, I swore off fingering weight projects. I just wasn't getting through them efficiently, and they would often be left in my knitting basket, as works in progress, for months and months. Preciosa Tonal Fingering Yarn is bringing me back to this yarn weight single handedly (or single ply-edly? haha). Here are some staff projects we've recently completed, if you'd like to see. |
Category Archives: Inspiration
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by Jenny K on February 25, 2016
Our needle sale is back and now is the time to save 10% off select needles! Whether you're looking to get a full interchangeable needle set or you just want to add a few needle tips to your collection, it's the perfect opportunity to round out your knitting needle collection. |
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by Stacey on February 24, 2016
Remember during our Big Sale last November we introduced a new Hawthorne yarn? Well, it proved so popular we had to bring it back - say hello again to Hawthorne Speckle! |
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by Holly K on February 23, 2016
Whether you're a person who loves to stash yarn, or a crafter who buys only on a per-project basis, this episode will interest you. We speak to Hannah Fettig of Knitbot, about her app and booklet called "Stashbot", helping knitters understand yarn quantities for each project they're planning. We also speak with Elizabeth, whose stash is so big that it's taking over whole rooms of her house (see her "Main Yarn Room" above)! Find out what she loves about owning a large stash, how she uses it, and how she keeps it organized. 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Stacey on February 19, 2016
With so many people I know having babies recently, it's hard to think of a unique knitted gift for them. Just in time, we have a brand new free pattern that'll work perfectly - the Under the Sea Mobile by the super creative Allyson Dykhuizen! |
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by Holly K on February 17, 2016
Chroma, our multicolor yarn, available in both fingering and worsted weights, is a perennial customer and staff favorite. We love the old favorites like Groovy, Sugar Cookie, and Sandpiper. Now, we have eight more colorways for you to try! Whether you love the teal blues in "Surf's Up" or the the oranges and yellows in "Get Your Neon", Chroma yarn is sure to keep your knitting interesting. Here at Knit Picks HQ, the colorway "Manzanita" has been a big hit. Check out two staff projects in this gorgeous blue, gray, and gold colorway! |
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by Jenny K on February 16, 2016
February is all about love - and there are so many new things that we fell in love with during the month! Here is a round up of a few of our love-themed faves for February. 1. Knit Picks Interchangeable Needle Case in "Pink">> 2. Dishie Yarn in "Fiesta Red">> 3. Soak Flatter in Celebration>> 4. Zig Zag Dishcloth Free Pattern>> 5. Wool of the Andes Worsted Yarn in "Rouge">> 6. Two Cup Teapot in Red>> 7. Palette Yarn in "Blush">> 8. Kacha Kacha Knitting Counter>> 9. Strand Hill Lace Cardigan Knitting Pattern>> |
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by Holly K on February 15, 2016
So many of you have knit our Hue Shift Afghan, and even more of you have the pattern at home, but haven't started yet. Am I right? Perhaps it's the daunting mitered square design that has you a bit stumped. Well, if it is, fear not! We've just released a video tutorial teaching you everything you need to know to knit a mitered square. |
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by Hannah on February 9, 2016
My first love, knitting was quickly followed by dabbling in spinning with a little drop spindle I picked up at my local yarn store in college. I was immediately smitten with the idea that I could spin my very own yarn right there in my dorm room and the rest is history! Now, I have a Sonata Spinning Wheel in my craft room, several drop spindles and a funny little vintage spinning wheel that I can tote with me to the park (and yes, that's definitely a thing I've been known to do occasionally). Now that I've started weaving in a serious way, I can't wait to spin yarn specifically to use on my loom too! Whether you're a beginner spinner, never tried your hand at it or are looking for an interesting book to add to your spinning library, we've got you covered with a round up of my favorite tools and books. |
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by Stacey on February 5, 2016
Want a gorgeous blanket with every color of the rainbow? Download our new free pattern - the Ultimate Knit Palette Blanket! |
