Swish Bulky Returns

swish bulky

Rejoice, Swish lovers, Swish Bulky is back in nine lovely colors ranging from our most popular rich and delicious jewel toned heathers to our subtly sophisticated complementary neutrals. A virtue of being a bulky in this ever-versatile fine superwash merino fiber means this yarn will work up fast, making it an excellent choice for beginners and experts alike.

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12 Weeks of Gifting: Swoop Beanie

Knit Picks Swoop Beanie
We’re soooo close to the end of our 12 Weeks of Gifting series, and the knits are getting bulkier by the week. With the idea of creating quick gifts for those remaining folks on your lists (or for just for you!), our remaining patterns will be ones that should take no more* than a weekend.
*in theory (wink)
Knit Picks Swoop Beanie
The mercury is dropping steadily for those of us north of the 45th parallel, which has us seeking the warmth and comfort of a squishy oversized hat, much like the Swoop Beanie. The twisty stitch pattern looks amazing in variegated colorways, and …

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Monthly Yarn Sale: Stroll Gradient

Knit Picks Stroll Gradient
 
Proof that you CAN have your cake, and knit it, too! For the month of December, you’ll be able to save 20% on all Stroll Gradient*, our go-to choice for automatic ombrés, built-in pop colors, and bold contrasts. Ideal for shawls and sweaters, this soft, strong Superwash Merino and nylon blend makes for marvelous easy-care knits, including projects destined for gifting.

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Free Downloadable December 2018 Calendar

Happy December! It’s the month of cozy snuggling up in your warm hand knits… while frantically last-minute gift knitting! We hope you started early and aren’t too overwhelmed with gifts yet to be made, but perhaps the smaller of these sweet Plant Cozies is a good option for a quick project. The pattern is by SpillyJane and is offered as a free pattern, our gift to you, along with these calendar wallpaper downloads!
Free Downloadable December 2018 Calendar from Knit Picks
To get the December 2018 calendar background of your choosing (smart phones, tablets or desktop computers), simply click the applicable device icon below. Enjoy!
 
Desktop wallpaper calendar for mobile 2015
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Fall Staff Projects

Knit Picks Fall Fibers
It’s been a bit since our last staff project post. Most of us have been up to our ears in traveling to shows, developing new exciting products, and in general just resisting the temptation to stay inside all day and make ALL the things. Regardless of how busy we are, you know we spend an inordinate amount of time with our pattern queue and massive yarn stash. Here’s a look at what has been coming off of our needles around the office this fall!
 
Kate’s Shifty Shawl
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Podcast 289 – Jet Lag and Swag: Travel Knitting and New Notions

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New podcast episode alert! It’s peak travel season and we have all manner of tips, tricks, and tools to see you through. First up Stacey and Hannah share their best travel advice. Next, Alexis and Hilary talk about the new batch of exclusive fiber flair that will make your knitting that much more enjoyable no matter where you are.

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New Sock Labs for November!

Don’t you wish autumn weather lasted all year? With our new sock labs, those autumn vibes will linger well into winter.

With tones of chocolaty brown, rust orange, and a sea of blue and gray, these yarns embody all the warm colors of fall. They are begging to be knit into your new favorite snuggly garment. The Rita M Shawl would look gorgeous in these tones and will be sure to become your go-to knit this winter! If you want to combine all 3 of these beautiful hanks, the Blushing scarf is a great pattern to do so. And the ultimate treat for your feet would be to knit up a pair of Annagh Socks, Fortunate Isle Socks, or Peony …

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