The middle of winter is often a stark landscape of whites and greys. We’d like to think of this as simply the perfect blank canvas for loads of color in all forms like fresh pops of color on garments and bright accessories. Nothing lends itself to the expression of color and mesmerizing patterns quite like Fair Isle.

Preview our new collection and get a hefty dose of style inspiration, because we’ve got 8 ways to wear our new Fair Isle collection for you!

BLUE SKIES OF WINTER by Gillian Grimm

WEEKEND WHIMSY: You’ve got a date with a good book, a large mug of chai and your knitting project (obviously). Pair this cool mint cardigan with accent with rich shades like goldenrod and plum for a relaxed, yet striking color combo.

We had some amazing entries to our Knit Picks Handmade Holiday Contest, and we can now announce the winners! Yes, that’s right, there are 2 winners. We had such great entries that we couldn’t choose just one.

The first winner is…

Have you finished your handmade gifts yet, or are you still working away, hoping to weave in those ends in time for Santa’s visit? We’re holding a contest to see your loved ones receiving your gifts made with Knit Picks yarn.

Just take a photo of the recipient and their gift, upload it to Instagram, and tag it with #knitpicksholiday. If you aren’t on Instagram, email your photo to podcast@knitpicks.com (yes, we know it’s not part of a podcast). After the holidays have wrapped up, we’ll pick a winner who will receive a fabulous “charm pack” of Knit Picks yarns.

In the meantime, let’s have a look at the handmade gifts of some Staffers here at Knit Picks!

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

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).