2018 Pantone Color of the Year

Everyone get ready to have some phenomenal ideas, because the 2018 Pantone Color of the Year is Ultra Violet!
Ultra Violet. A dramatically provocative and thoughtful purple shade, PANTONE Ultra Violet communicates originality, ingenuity, and visionary thinking.
I love when knitting inspiration finds me. Anything that can give me a fresh or interesting way to approach my projects is always welcome.
When Pantone released their 2018 color of the year I realized that I can’t remember the last thing I knitted in violet.  It’s such a beautiful color and their choice really made me wonder why I hadn’t used it!
I saw this as a fantastic opportunity to explore for myself new patterns and yarns in this captivating color, and decided to share my findings with you.
Some of my favorite …

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February Launch: New Yarns, New Collections, New Fun

Knit Picks faux fur pom pom
Early February can be a mixed bag, depending on where you reside in the world. Still technically winter, the first signs of spring (yay!) are beginning to show themselves, and that has us bubbling over with inspiration. Come along with me as I highlight our latest pattern collections and say ‘hello’ to the return of some new and improved yarn lines.

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Charity Knitting & Crocheting Roundup

For most of us, there comes a time when we may experience a lull in our project queue, or perhaps a lapse in inspiration. It’s times like these that one may ask themselves, “Who can I knit/crochet for? What can I make?” We’ve included here a list of several amazing charity organizations that would be more than happy to be on the receiving end of your creative efforts, who work to warm the hearts and bodies of those in need.
KNit Picks comfort knit pet blanket
 

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Monthly Yarn Sale: Lindy Chain!

Lindy Chain is 20% off for the month of February! Perfect for warm weather knits like tanks, tops, shawls, and even home decor, Lindy Chain is our go-to for classic comfort and unbeatable drape. Linen adds a crisp stitch definition that shows off texture and sheen to projects that just gets softer with every wash. Available in 20 stunning shades that range from rich hues to soft pastels, read on to see some of our favorite projects!

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Red and Pink Yarn Sale

It’s the Red and Pink Yarn Sale, arriving just in time for you to be our Valentine. We have over 200 rosy, blushing yarns at up to 30% off!
Over 200 yarns up to 30% off! Shop the sale
With these gorgeous yarns at such low prices, this is the perfect opportunity to show someone special (or yourself!) just how much you care. To that end, I’ve curated a few of my favorite knitting and crochet patterns to share with you that highlight these cheerful colors. Keep an eye out for pieces that come together quickly. They’re a great choice for crafting a gift before the 14th!

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