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by Knit Picks Podcast on February 7, 2020
Each project has a beginning. Sometimes inspiration starts with a new pattern, but our favorite knits always begin with a surprise “I have GOT to have that!” skein. Today’s episode includes our favorite ways to pick patterns when you’re starting from your stash. First, Erica and Hannah discuss all the information on yarn labels! Each label has everything you need to know about a yarn if you know how to parse the mysterious lingo. (We’ve included a label here so you can follow along as we go through each section.) Next, Stacey and Lee share some hot tips and special considerations ... |
Category Archives: Yarn
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by Kate M on January 3, 2020
Hello, 2020! We’re up to ears in a gorgeous rainbow of new wools, classic Celtic cable patterns, and enticingly squishy Brioche knits. Are you ready for this? |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on December 20, 2019
With the new year right around the corner we’re busy reflecting on the goals and resolutions we made in the waning days of 2018. Erica and Lee chat about their resolutions for this year and what did (or did not, as the case might be) happen. Each then look forward to 2020 and make some plans for the New Year. Next, Stacey and Hannah take a holistic look at 2019. Knit Picks has introduced more new yarns than ever before, and both Stacey and Hannah successfully completed their 2019 resolutions. The past year saw some exciting new developments for Knit Picks, and we can’t wait to see what 2020 will bring. Reflect and look forward with the Knit Picks Podcast team. We wish you a ... |
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by Stacey on December 12, 2019
We have added an exciting new member to the Dishie family – Dishie Twist! We used our original cheerful Dishie solid colors mixed with White to create our spin on baker’s twine. The result is the perfect yarn to give your kitchen a classic vibe, either knit or crocheted on it’s own, or mixed with the coordinating solid color. It’s a fun yarn to play with, and we immediately had to knit our eternally popular Dish Towel Set pattern in it! We love the retro vibe to this version, ... |
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by Kate M on December 5, 2019
Just in time for last minute gifts and color coordinated knits, meet our newest cotton family member, Dishie Twist! |
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by Stacey on November 12, 2019
Our beloved dishcloth cotton has gotten a color update! We've got great new colors in both solid Dishie and Dishie Multi, and we thought the perfect way to show them off was in our ongoing Free Dishcloth Pattern series. (P.S. Did we mention Dishie is also on sale for the month of November?) |
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by Knit Picks Staff on November 4, 2019
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—Big Sale time! Save up to 60% on over 1200 yarns, up to 30% on tools, 50% on eBooks, and of course, it wouldn’t be the Big Sale without the FREE STUFF! |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on October 14, 2019
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by Knit Picks Staff on September 20, 2019
“Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury.” Coco Chanel |
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by Stacey on August 20, 2019
This time of year, cotton and cotton blends are often the go-to yarn of choice for many knitters - knitting or crocheting a lap full of wool in warm weather is not pleasant! However, swapping out a cotton yarn for wool isn't as simple as it sounds. Cotton yarns have unique characteristics and properties that make it perfect for some, but not all, projects. I've put together some info and a list of of what kind of projects we recommend for our plant-based rockstars. |
