They say two heads are better than one. That’s especially true when those heads belong to two talented knitters and shop owners! In this case, it started with a “recipe” that Shelli Westcott, owner of Knitterly, came up with for a self-fringing shawl. She shared it with Shelley Brander, owner of Loops, who added a… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Fringeworthy by Shelley Brander
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Get to Know Berroco: Berroco Remix
There are a lot of things that make Berroco Remix a special yarn. Even before I knit my Adeline in it, I was intrigued by its rustic look and the way it felt - soft but full of texture. How does Remix get such a unique look and feel? It's actually an interesting story... Remix is… Continue reading Get to Know Berroco: Berroco Remix
Designer Spotlight: Mouette Mittens by Emily Ringelman
After a recent move from California to Delaware, Emily Ringelman realized that her supply of winter weather gear was severely lacking. (Can you say polar vortex?) So, as any knitter would do, Emily turned to her stash and picked out some Vintage DK to make a pair of “warm, non-itchy” mittens! Emily’s Mouette Mittens –… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Mouette Mittens by Emily Ringelman
Designer Spotlight: Poncho Zillah by Jessica Mounts
Jessica Mounts loves knitting for her nieces and nephews. In fact, her latest design was inspired by and named after her baby niece, Zillah! Poncho Zillah is a sweet little hooded poncho. It’s knit from the top-down, starting with a garter stitch rectangle that is folded over to form the hood. Stitches for the body… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Poncho Zillah by Jessica Mounts
DIY Hair with Jennie Kay Beauty: Side Braid from Booklet #336
It's one of those things that makes our booklets look so nice, yet it has nothing to do with yarn. I'm talking, of course, about the fabulous hairstyles created by our go-to hair and makeup artist, Jennie Kay Plumb. I'm always in awe of how fast and flawlessly she can whip up a new 'do… Continue reading DIY Hair with Jennie Kay Beauty: Side Braid from Booklet #336
Ashley’s Adventures in Knitting: Barrison 2.0
After taking several trips with Barrison Bear last year, I'm really excited to finally be knitting a Barrison of my own! To start, I should mention that I’m using Berroco Marmot instead of Berroco Nanuk, which was recently discontinued. Find a LYS: Store Locator I was able to get a very similar gauge (12 stitches by 20 rows)… Continue reading Ashley’s Adventures in Knitting: Barrison 2.0
Designer Spotlight: Skullcracker by Carissa Browning
Carissa Browning wouldn’t design just any old hat. She prefers to “fiddle around with unusual construction methods.” That's how she came up with her latest design, Skullcracker. This seemingly simple, stockinette cap starts with a magic cast on and is knit in alternating rectangles that are created by picking up stitches from the previous edges.… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Skullcracker by Carissa Browning
Spring/Summer 2014 Preview
I don't know about you, but after experiencing this week's polar vortex, I'm more than ready to think about spring! I'm longing for warm, sunny days, blooming flowers and beautiful lightweight knits! Are you with me? I can't deliver on the weather, but I can tell you that it won't be long before we unveil… Continue reading Spring/Summer 2014 Preview
Designer Spotlight: Get-up-and-go Cowl by Diane Augustin
Diane Augustin has been knitting and crocheting for most of her life. What’s she’s learned over the years, is that it’s still the simple one or two skein projects that make her happiest. That goes for knitting and designing. Her Ravelry designer page is filled with beautiful cowls and other accessories– many also featuring her love… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Get-up-and-go Cowl by Diane Augustin
Designer Spotlight: Snowflake by Stephanie Mason
Stephanie Mason describes herself as an “all around crafty lady.” She knits, crochets, embroiders and whips up beautiful new designs at an impressive pace. Recently, she set a lofty creative goal – to design and publish 100 baby sweater patterns in one year! She’s even set up a website to share her progress. #16 on… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Snowflake by Stephanie Mason
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