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Knitting Patterns to use with Yarn Value Packs

Yarn Value Packs are a great way to get a color curated pack of your favorite yarns at a discount, but what do you make once you have one? Here are some knitting pattern ideas to use with some of our newest Value Packs:

Stroll Tweed Value Packs

Ten balls of Stroll Tweed in berry colorsThe Berry Stroll Tweed Value Pack

Stroll Tweed is perfect for gifts because of its machine washable convenience, not requiring special care on the part of the recipient. The rich, solid colors show off texture, lace, and cables. The neutral neps of tweed add flecks of interest to simple stitches and textured knits, but are subtle enough to accentuate rather than interfere with all but the most complex patterns. The understated neps also work well …

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Static Yarn Love: Self-Patterning Sock Yarn Projects

Have you tried one of our newest yarns, Static? This fun and colorful yarn is a limited-edition self-patterning sock yarn. What does that mean exactly? Uniquely shifting colors—no ends to weave in. Today we’re sharing what stitchers are making using Static (and what they think of this yarn).

Static sock yarn from Knit Picks: eight skeins of yarn are laid out next to a knitted swatch of each to show what the patterning in this self-patterning sock yarn looks like.

If you haven’t checked out this yarn, here are all the stats:

Fiber Content: 75% Superwash Wool, 25% NylonWeight: FingeringKnitting Gauge: 7-8 sts=1” on #1-3 needlesCrochet Gauge: 21-32 sc=4” on #B-E hooksYards: 437Grams: 100Put Up: HankCare: Machine Wash Cold /Tumble Dry Low

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Fall 2020 Staff Projects!

It’s been a minute since we shared staff projects, but today is the day! We’re knitters too! Let’s survey the Knit Picks staff and see what they’ve been knitting lately.

Regan’s Coffee Sweater

Regan models his coffee sweater, which is knitted in cream and brown yarn.

“I just finished this cardigan made from Twill. It’s half dyed with coffee and half left bare.” – Regan, Photographer

Read more about Regan’s adventures in yarn dyeing!

Gerda’s Projects: Shawl and Baby Blanket

A knitted shawl made in Chroma Twist worsted.

Gerda, our Amazon Manager, has TWO recent projects: a self-designed …

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October News: Cozy Luxury & Easy Care Bliss

Colorful yarn spill featuring Twill yarnsNew Twill Yarns

Fall is here in full force, and this year in particular, seeking out creature comforts is top of mind for a lot of folks. Whether you’re seeking a little luxury for your project queue or are gearing up for a winter baby boom, our latest round of collections (both patterns and yarn) offer myriad opportunities to craft a little comfort into your life.

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Indie Knitting Patterns to Inspire Your Next Project

Who is looking for some inspiring new indie knitting patterns? I am! It’s my favorite time of year—the air is cooling off and maybe we’re all looking for new knitting patterns, either for ourselves or for gifts for loved ones. If you are looking for inspiration, check out some of these fabulous brand new indie designer patterns that I absolutely cannot wait to make!

Knitting Patterns by Tamy Gore

A woman holds up a knitted shawl in multicolored green, black, and gray chevrons. Kaliya Wrap by Tamy Gore: A new indie knitting pattern available at knitpicks.com.Kaliya Wrap, using 2 packs of Stroll Tonal Minis and Aloft. Warm, pretty and fun to knit!

First are these beautiful patterns by Tamy Gore! …

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Autumn Color Palette Inspiration

The leaves are starting to change, the air is crisp in the mornings, and Pumpkin Spice has bombarded my taste buds. That means autumn has arrived! The cool air has me reaching for my wool sweaters and cozy beanies and my project lineup is bulking up. Find your next autumn color palette for a knitting project, inspired by this time of year.

Warm Tones Autumn Color Palette

An autumn color palette: At the top, the inspiration photo consists of a snowy mountain peak behind a hill covered in blazing orange-leaved trees. Below, five yarn swatches from Wool of the Andes in the following colors: burnt orange, orangey-brown, light clear blue, medium foggy blue, and a slate blue.

The first autumn …

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August News: Summertime Block Party

It might seem counter-intuitive, but it’s my personal belief that August is the perfect time to start a blanket project. The days are still hot enough that the need for a cozy blanket is not yet there, but with nights cooling down, our desires to cuddle up on the couch with a comfy hand knit blanket are on the rise. Add to the appeal the ability to tackle your blanket’s construction one block at a time, and you’ve got yourself the ultimate late-summer portable project. Whether you’re a lover of clean lines and straight forward design or gravitate more towards the funky side of the bed with colorful hexi patterns and asymmetrical seams, our latest pattern collection, …

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