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It’s the time of the year most of us forget to take care of ourselves – too busy rushing to & from holiday parties, family dinners, shopping malls and everywhere in between. So we think you should take a few minutes, whip out your crochet hooks and Shine Sport and crochet this little spa cloth to sooth your harried soul. Check out our newest free pattern – Glacial Spa Cloth by Beth Major!
I’ve noticed on some of the message boards that a few of you have completed your handmade gifts for this holiday season. Me too! I made 3 things. I mean, I made a lot more, but in 3 different categories. Check it out!
Well folks, we made it! Welcome to our very last installment in our free pattern series: Twelve Weeks of Gifting. The grand finale and proverbial icing on the cake is our very favorite, ever popular Dish Towel Set pattern! So simple and wonderfully giftable, this is a great pattern for any knitter. I love seeing these projects knit up, tied with a pretty ribbon and gifted with a piece of handmade soap for a perfect mother’s gift, birthday or baby shower gift. Plus, this pattern calls for Dishie, a super-rugged cotton yarn perfect for cleaning up tough messes or super exfoliation!
Make sure to pop over and pick up your copy of the Dish Towel Set through Tuesday and get crafting in the last few days before Christmas.
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We’re deep into knitting season, and whether you’re in torrential rain (like we are in the Pacific Northwest) or having a mild winter on the East Coast, or even in the height of Summer (hello, Australians!) here are 9 cozy things we’re loving this month. 1. Fawned Scarf Pattern 2. Big Cozy Yarn 3. Large Pompom Makers 4. Phil Basins 5. Stockbridge Pullover 6. Cable Me Cozy Pillow Cover 7. Cabled Pullover 8. Amour 15mm Crochet Hook 9. Brava Worsted Yarn. What are you loving most this month?
Read more »Did you get what you needed for those Christmas gifts? Have someone on your list who needs some crafty things? Or maybe it’s time to get a little something for yourself. Well, we’re offering free 2 Day Shipping for orders over $75*!
With this, you’re sure to get it before the Christmas celebrations start in earnest – as well as in time to finish up those last minute gifts! At this time of year, there’s always something I’ve forgotten for someone and I’m sure I’m not alone. But make sure to get your orders in before December 20 at 9AM PST to take advantage!
*2-Day shipping offer extended to the contiguous United States only. Does not apply to gift cards, downloadable merchandise, past purchases or specialty drop shipments (wheels and looms). Limit one per customer; must be logged into Knit Picks account for promo to be valid. No cash value. Offer ends 12/20/2015 at 9am PST.
Read more »This week’s free dishcloth pattern is very timely – I was just noticing last weekend all the folks going out to get their Christmas trees! Check out the adorable Tree Hunting Dishcloth by Chelsea Berkompas!
I love toggle closures. Sure, they’re a bit heavier than buttons, but they’re such an easy, un-fussy, and secure closure for handmade items. Recently, I sewed my daughters some coats and used toggles from Knit Picks, and they get as many, if not more, compliments (and inquiries) than the coats themselves! For Lulu’s coat I used our Feather Toggle. Light and flat and really stylish, it’s added a little something special to the outside of her coat. Since the coat is lined with Liberty flowers, too, I like that the toggles reflect what’s going on in the interior of the coat.
Say “hello!” to the Line by Line Mittens, the penultimate pattern in our Twelve Weeks of Gifting series of free patterns!
Read more »Our annual gift guide has arrived and we’ve put together our favorite things for everyone on your list! First up, the gift guide for best friends.
We chose a classic, understated shawl to take your BFF from brunch to dinner plus hand-dipped candles, an art print of her birthstone and a best friends necklace set. Oh, and a sweet eye mask for some valuable relaxation and a charming set of mugs for afternoon coffee catch-up sessions.
This month our discounted yarn is Reverie! That means, all December long, Reverie is 25% off*. If you’ve been tempted to try this gorgeous alpaca/acrylic worsted weight blend, or you’ve loved it for a long time, this might be the month to place an order (or tell someone special that it’s on your Christmas list)!
*Sale ends 12/31/15 at 11:59pm PST. Limited to stock on hand. Does not apply to past purchases or backorders.
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