8 Ways to Wear the 2015 Fair Isle Collection

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
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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.

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January 2015 Wallpaper Calendar

Happy 2015!! Here’s to another year filled with plenty of yarn, boundless creativity and exciting new projects! This month’s calendar shows off the delightful array of new special reserve yarns, all of which can be found here.

To get the free calendar background of your choosing (for smart phones, tablets and desktop computers), simply click the applicable device icon below. Enjoy!

January 2015 Wallpaper Calendar Knitting Yarn

 

Desktop wallpaper calendar for mobile 2015
Desktop wallpaper calendar for tablet 2015
Desktop wallpaper calendar for desktop 2015

 

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The Handmade Holiday Contest by Knit Picks

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.

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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!

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Happy Holidays from Knit Picks!

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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

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Knit Picks’ Holiday Craft Party Recap

West Elm holiday crafting party

It was, quite literally, a dark and stormy night when crafters, friends, and Knit Picks employees met up at the West Elm in downtown Portland for Knit Picks’ 2014 Holiday Craft Party.  Though a wind storm with gusts up to 74 mph was blowing through the area and quite a few lost power, West Elm glowed bright and warm. It was really an excellent night to stay in and make craft-tastic things with old and new friends.

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Golden Lattice Free Dishcloth Pattern

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We’re nearing the end of our installment of free dishcloths and I’m pleased to present the Golden Lattice Dishcloth, guaranteed to perk up your kitchen in the super bright Canary yellow CotLin! This is a quick project with tidy rows of triangle-shaped eyelets. Written instructions accompany a chart to make this pattern super accessible and the border consists of simple half double crochets for extra sturdiness. See the rest of the dishcloths in our 52 Weeks of Dishcloths here!

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