Category Archives: Yarn

Monthly Yarn Sale: Palette

For the first time EVER we are offering Palette, our colorwork wonder, as the monthly yarn sale! This means for the whole month of June you can get of the 150 colors at 20% off.

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Gloss yarn balls grouped together on wooden planks.
Monthly Yarn Sale: Gloss!

This month you can get our gorgeous Gloss yarn at 20% off! This yarn (available in DK, Fingering, and Lace weights) combines the dreaminess of 70% Merino wool with the sleekness of 30% Silk into one very plush fiber blend. This gives Gloss an ideal gentleness for your projects made to be worn next-to-skin. Are we talking colors? This yarn is vibrant! Gloss really takes in the dye, which allows for a rich and robust palette; bringing a vivid flare of color to your colorwork projects! Fitted pullovers, elegant cardigans, and remarkable wraps are all made a dazzling ...

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Podcast 274: Tantalizing Tweed!

Join Daniel and Stacey as we dig a little deeper than the typical "rustic" labels, explore some of the history and process behind tweed yarns, and discuss the differences between those that we offer.

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Introducing MoMo Merino and Alux yarns!
New Yarn Lines – MoMo Merino and Alux!

Today I’m really excited to introduce our two newest yarn lines: MoMo Merino and Alux!   MoMo Merino has the distinction of being the biggest yarn in the history of Knit Picks! MoMo is pre-knit into a tube and then filled with lofty Merino roving. This creates a super soft Superwash Merino yarn that is perfect for arm knitting!  With each stitch measuring an inch or more, and with 5 cute colors, MoMo can help you craft gorgeous, unique accessories in mere minutes. We also offer a free MoMo Merino Cowl pattern, written by our very own Stacey to inspire you ...

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Ultra Violet. A dramatically provocative and thoughtful purple shade, PANTONE Ultra Violet communicates originality, ingenuity, and visionary thinking.
2018 Pantone Color of the Year

Everyone get ready to have some phenomenal ideas, because the 2018 Pantone Color of the Year is Ultra Violet! I love when knitting inspiration finds me. Anything that can give me a fresh or interesting way to approach my projects is always welcome. When Pantone released their 2018 color of the year I realized that I can’t remember the last thing I knitted in violet.  It’s such a beautiful color and their choice really made me wonder why I hadn’t used it! I saw this as a fantastic opportunity to explore for myself new patterns and yarns in this captivating color, and decided to share my findings with you. Some of my favorite yarns ...

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Knit Picks Red & Pink yarn Sale
Red and Pink Yarn Sale

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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CotLin yarn balls
Yarn Sale of the Month – CotLin

Once again it’s time for our monthly yarn sale, and this month it’s CotLin!  The blend of 70% Tangius Cotton and 30% Linen gives this yarn a wonderful lushness that endures even through the demands of daily use.  Each wash makes these fibers softer, which makes CotLin an excellent yarn for a wide range of finished pieces.  From marvelously breathable garments to luxurious, yet durable kitchen and bath accessories, it’s absolutely perfect for anyone who’s looking to knit or crochet projects that will stay with you day in and day out.

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cozy morning color palette
Winter Color Palettes

Now that the holidays are over you may need some color inspiration for your next projects. Here are some beautiful winter photos that are paired beautifully with our Knit Picks yarn lines. If you have a great project in mind but are stumped on what colors to use, I suggest you try a few of these beautiful winter color palettes out.

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New Yarn Line – Dapple!

Dapple is our newest yarn and it's a cushy, cozy delight. Filling a gap in our Super Bulky selection, it's the only yarn Merino yarn we carry in that weight, and also adds a novel spray effect to the solids that make up most of the yarns in that weight. Make that wool Superwash for added convenience, and you've got a yarn that fills all the right niches for something you'll really want to get your hands on. Literally. It feels amazing.

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