The Knit Picks Staff Knitting Blog

by Erica R on February 26, 2019

Hi, I’m Erica, and I’m the new marketing coordinator at Knit Picks! I started out here as the book designer working on our pattern collections, and I quickly became a huge fan girl for all things Knit Picks. I am so excited to be moving into this new role and sharing all that’s good about this company with you!

(That’s me on the left.)

You might be asking yourself: What kind of a knitter is this Erica person anyway? Well, the first thing I should tell you is that I taught myself to knit back in college. I’m ashamed (and a little proud?) to admit that my first big project was … drum roll … the Queen of Hearts Bikini from Stitch ‘n Bitch: The Knitter’s Handbook.

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Tags: behind the scenes, cotton, Finished Objects, Fun, Inspiration, Introductions, KP Staff Projects, socks, Works in Progress

Free Fiber Flair? Yes, please!

by Kate M on February 22, 2019

As February slooooowly comes to an end, we thought we could ALL use a little bit of fun to chase those last-days-of-winter doldrums away. What better way to perk up your day than with a cheerful enamel pin to adorn your favorite denim jacket or a clever + cheeky mug to sip your hot beverages from? Treat yourself to a little fun and shop the promo here!

Hurry though! The Pinapalooza and Mug Mania extravaganza ends on 2/25/19 at midnight, and supplies are limited.

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Tags: Fun, Inspiration, Sales, Stuff We Love, Yarn

Podcast 295 – Interlude: Indoor Knits and Works in Progress

by Daniel K. on February 21, 2019

Knitting is, in some ways, an inherently serene activity that lends itself to quiet evenings in cozy interiors. Amid all the chaos and hustle, our newest collection, Interlude, looks to foster the peace- and comfort-loving home body in every knitter. With simple, generous garments in cozy, soft yarns, these patterns will have you looking for excuses to stay in.

To start, Daniel sits down with Hilary to discuss the collection, with a special focus on the alpaca yarns that bring these lounge-worthy projects to life.

After that, Lee joins Daniel to take up a topic suggested by a Knit Picks follower, that eternal knitters dilemma, works in progress.

Enjoy!

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Mentioned in this Episode:

Interlude Alpaca CloudAndean TreasureSimply AlpacaWonderfluff

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Tags: Podcast, Exclusive KP Collections

Our Latest Yarn, New Collections, and More!

by Knit Picks Staff on February 14, 2019

We’re so excited to share what’s new with us at Knit Picks! Muse, our newest yarn line, has been months in the making–it’s our first ever Knit Picks exclusive yarn crafted in Japan. And as you can see, the colors are downright stunning. Not only that, we have two gorgeous new pattern collections perfect for these chilly winter months, our annual dishcloth compilation, and some great free patterns. Read on to learn more!

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Tags: Exclusive KP Collections, free patterns, Inspiration, News, Patterns, Scrub-A-Dub Club, Yarn

Podcast 294 – Embrace Crochet Collection

by Daniel K. on February 7, 2019

Knit Picks may be our name, but we are definitely about more than just knitting. The devoted crocheters amongst us are directly responsible for this newest collection, Embrace. Full of the textures that you can only get with crochet, this collection uses our full range of yarns for the sorts of modern projects that add charm and allure to everyday life.

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Tags: Podcast, crochet, Exclusive KP Collections, Inspiration, Yarn

Monthly Yarn Sale: 20% off Gloss!

by Kate M on February 2, 2019

Our February Monthly Yarn Sale is on all Gloss yarns! If you’re already familiar with this Merino/Silk blend, then you may know that you have 3 weights to choose from: Lace, Fingering, and DK. There’s even an undyed option, Bare Gloss (fingering & DK weights). Straddling the line between pure decadence and everyday wearability, one squeeze of these fibers and you’ll see why Gloss is SO boss.

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Tags: Monthly Yarn Sale, favorite patterns, Inspiration, lace, Sales, Yarn

Free Downloadable February 2019 Calendar

by Lee Meredith on February 1, 2019

It’s February, a month filled with love… specifically, a love of yarn! If you love yarn as much as we do, here’s a free wallpaper for your computer or phone.

To get the February 2019 calendar background of your choosing (smart phones, tablets, or desktop computers), simply click the applicable device icon below. Enjoy!

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Tags: Calendar backgrounds, Inspiration, Wallpaper downloads

Red and Pink Yarn Sale

by Hillary E on January 31, 2019

Our annual red and pink yarn sale is live! Save up to 40% off our favorite rosy red and pink yarns* (over 200 colors to choose from, to be exact). So if you’ve got a sweater planned in these colors, or you feel the absence of them in your stash, now is the time to stock up!

With these gorgeous yarns at such low prices, this is the perfect opportunity to knit something for that someone special. Or for Galentine’s Day, your best gal would love to sport these cheery shades. Here are some of my favorite easy to knit projects that you can make in time for Valentine’s Day.
Clacton Scarf
Knit in Wool of the Andes Superwash Bulky, this bold scarf is perfect for your friend that likes to …

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Tags: Sales, Fun, gift knitting, Inspiration

Pantone Color of 2019: Living Coral

by Hillary E on January 24, 2019

For the last 20 years, Pantone’s Color of the Year has set the tone for fashion, home, and design. Their color experts travel the world scouring films, art collections, fashion, lifestyles, and technologies to gauge what the next year’s color should be. 2019’s color is … drum roll … Living Coral!
Vibrant, yet mellow Living Coral is a warm embrace to comfort us through a continually shifting environment. Symbolizing our need for optimism and joyful pursuits, Living Coral embodies our desire for playful expression. One of my favorite joyful pursuits is getting inspired to knit with beautiful yarn! Here are some of our favorite yarns inspired by the color of the year.
SHOP COLOR OF THE YEAR
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Tags: Inspiration

Podcast 293 – Accents Accessory Collection

by Daniel K. on January 24, 2019

Accessories are the force multipliers of fashion, where the smallest items, wisely applied, can have the biggest impact. And this is even more true for knitters, when the right hat or cowl can take a week while a sweater can drag on for months. Accents, our newest accessories collection helps you get the most out your knitting time, with the small adornments that play such a big role in our wardrobes.

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Tags: Inspiration

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