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by Holly K on December 22, 2014
Whether you're rushing around doing last-minute shopping, or happily sitting by the fire finishing up your last-minute gifts, we hope your week is a joyous one. We've had so much fun this year at Knit Picks, topped off by our year-end celebration of Ugly Sweaters. Here's to hoping your holidays are filled with laughs, and fun, and lots of crafting. Click through to see this year's holiday card |
Category Archives: Inspiration
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by Knit Picks Staff on December 18, 2014
Have you given or received handmade gifts in the past? Do you intend to give them this holiday season? In this episode, we bring you stories of the good, the bad, and the ugly (literally, the ugly). |
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by Holly K on December 4, 2014
In previous posts in our pompom series, we looked at ways that children might love pompoms and how pompoms might have decorated your autumnal home or Thanksgiving table. In this, the last post of the series, let's look at some unconventional Christmas ideas using pompoms from different Knit Picks yarns. Having a Christmas party, or just a few people over |
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by Holly K on November 28, 2014
I know I've mentioned this before, but I love Stroll Brights. I think in the last office meeting here at Knit Picks I might have been referred to as "Our Lady of Stroll Brights". I'll take it! Now that my favorite yarn is back for as long as it lasts (and I know that won't be long), I thought I might do a round-up of some great projects done in Stroll Brights. Perhaps you'll find some neon inspiration, too. |
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by Jenny K on November 24, 2014
It's here! It's here!! As you may have noticed - our annual cyber week sale has started and this year, it's better than ever! In addition to the 800+ yarns and colors that are on sale, we also have a selection of special limited-edition yarns including the return of a few old favorites. And as for exploring the BIG SALE - I've compiled a handy guide to navigating all of the stellar deals with my top 10 must-have yarns! |
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by Holly K on November 21, 2014
Have you ever received a handmade gift that was absolutely dreadful? What did you do? Did you ever give something that took you months and months to make, only to have it be taken for granted by the recipient? Did you ever have a completely amazing experience giving someone something handmade? We would love to hear from you for our upcoming podcast “Handmade Holidays”. If you’ve got a story, either good or bad, email podcast@knitpicks.com. If we use your story, you’ll get a “charm pack” or our favorite Knit Picks yarn, free! Now that’s a gift that anyone would love :). Image source. |
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by Knit Picks Staff on November 20, 2014
Misty Rose is a fanciful version of a crocheted dishcloth to decorate your kitchen with as well as having a purpose. Pick two colors and create a blossom of your own. The Misty Rose dishcloth was a fun project to design and crochet. I have always loved the pink and grey combination, and the Dishie colors were perfect. In this project I decided that the grey would be my pop of color. The soft ruffles gives it a feminine and a little dressy look. |
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by Jenny K on November 18, 2014
I love a good, oversized crochet blanket and nothing comes close to the satisfaction of crocheting with Billow on a large 9mm crochet hook. I also really love using Billow for blankets - it is super soft and I just adore the way its thick and think texture shines through with crochet. For my contribution to Tucked In, I used softly colored stripes of Billow against a neutral background to create a blanket that works for any season. |
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by Stacey on November 13, 2014
Our latest free holiday pattern will give a beautiful look to your home this holiday season - the Knit Chankah Menorah by Zoë Scheffy. |
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by Heidi on November 11, 2014
Hi, I'm Heidi, and I'm a blanket addict. I began my crochet love affair with two years ago with my first blanket, and haven't looked back since. Naturally, I was delighted at the idea of Tucked In, a collection of crochet afghans designed by everyone here at the office. |
