9 Spooky things we love – October

It’s cold and raining here in the Pacific Northwest – which means Fall is officially here, and winter is on its way! It’s the season of fall knitting – working on your warm and cozy projects and sipping hot cider. But first… let’s celebrate Halloween, our favorite dark and stormy night full of frights and fun. This month’s favorite things include all things Halloween, everything you’ll need to prepare yourselves for the spooky ghosts and goblins that are sure to visit! We hope you love these as much as we do. – happy crafting!

9 Spooky Things We Love for October at www.knitpicks.com

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Behind the Scenes – Under 200 Pattern Collection

Under 200 Pattern Collection from Knitpicks.com

We are so ready for gift knitting season! Our newest collection, Under 200 features a range of stellar accessories that can be worked up quickly with under 200 grams of yarn. I thought I would showcase a few of my favorite projects from this essential collection as well as share some of the behind-the-scenes photos from our morning spent photographing in North Portland!

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12 Weeks of Gifting – Free Squeaky Clean Kitchen Set

It’s week 4 in our 12 Weeks of Gifting and 1 week closer to the gift giving season! If you’re looking for a quick and unique gift, this week’s free pattern is the ever popular Squeaky Clean Kitchen Set!

Free Kitchen Pattern - Squeaky Clean Kitchen Set - free until Oct 24 2016

Perfect for new homeowners or as a hostess gift, the Squeaky Clean Kitchen Set includes 3 different pieces that you can easily match to any kitchen decor. But I think the fun part for the knitter is practicing some new techniques!

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Halloween Project Round-Up

I am continually amazed at the creativity of knitters! From the pattern designers that turn our fiber into amazing projects for us to knit, to the crafters who create beautiful items with those designs, my breath is taken away daily. Since Halloween is just around the corner, I’ve rounded up a handful of my favorite Halloween knitting projects featuring Knit Picks yarns.

Halloween Knitting Projects: Little Monster Vest

Halloween Knitting Projects: Little Monster Vest www.knitpicks.com

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Black & Orange Sale

Black & Orange Sale - www.knitpicks.com

If you’re anything like me, you love Halloween! There are just so many opportunities for crafting, whether it’s costumes, decor, or gifts. Now is the perfect opportunity to save on over 200 yarns in shades of orange, gray, and black at up to 30% off. Whether you’re planning to knit up the perfect pumpkin, or just want to stock up on your favorite black yarn, you’ll find something to love in our Black + Orange Sale.

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All About the Blankets – Intarsia Style

Hello Stash Readers!

Hold onto to your hats, not only for the impending fall winds, but because I am making an intarsia baby blanket. You may remember me from my intro podcast or the post about my knitting the Learn to Knit Kit Scarf, if not I will give you a brief introduction. I am the merchandise planner for Knit Picks and new to completed project knitting. I’m great at starting things, but I was always merely dabbling. It wasn’t until I started working here that the bug truly took hold, maybe a little slower than others, but I’ve caught it and have gone a touch off the rails.

Once I mastered the knit stitch, completing my garter stitch scarf, I started another scarf in Tuff Puff practicing stockinette, and that is coming along swimmingly.

stockiette scaft

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