It’s hard to believe another year is almost over. For Berroco, one of the highlights of 2012 was launching our newly redesigned website! I can’t wait to see what exciting changes 2013 will bring. At the very least, I can promise it will include new yarns and more beautiful patterns to knit and crochet! But… Continue reading KnitBits Preview: Favorite Designs of 2012
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Countdown to TNNA Winter 2013
It’s hard to believe that in just a few weeks Norah, Amanda and I will be on our way to sunny Long Beach, California. We won’t be wasting any time on the ocean, though. We’ll be at The National Needlearts Association’s annual winter trade show. TNNA, as its more commonly known, holds two big trade… Continue reading Countdown to TNNA Winter 2013
Knitter’s Spotlight: Wink Pattern
Pre-knitted yarns are a big trend this year. They look cool and they tend to be a quick knit. That’s the case with our free pattern Wink, which is knit with Berroco Link. It’s an easy scarf pattern that makes for a great beginner knitting project. If you can knit & purl, cast on &… Continue reading Knitter’s Spotlight: Wink Pattern
KnitBits Preview: Season’s Greetings
Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? With only five days to go, it might be time to take snowmaking matters into your own hands. Berroco is happy to help. We’re including a free snowflake pattern in tomorrow’s KnitBits. It’s the perfect knitted decoration to create a snowy celebration, even if you live somewhere warm!… Continue reading KnitBits Preview: Season’s Greetings
Fall/Winter 2012 – Video Highlights
I wasn't at the photo shoot for our fall/winter 2012 pattern booklets, but after I watched this video, I felt like I was. There aren't any words spoken, but you still get a sense of the models' personalities. You can't feel the wind, but you do get a feel for the different locations. When it… Continue reading Fall/Winter 2012 – Video Highlights
Knitter’s Spotlight: Independent Designs
This week the spotlight is on our independent designers. We’re always amazed when we see all the beautiful and varied ways you’re using our yarn. With the official start of winter just a week away, I decided to focus on patterns that will keep you warm! Eledixon made this “Blue Hen Blankie” for a University… Continue reading Knitter’s Spotlight: Independent Designs
Get to Know Berroco: Company History
“Ever since we were teenagers we worked in the mill, doing various jobs, learning the business, so we got to know the people, and they knew us..." quote from 1994 interview with Philip, Arthur & Strickland Wheelock Berroco has been in the yarn business for more than 40 years. But did you know that our company’s… Continue reading Get to Know Berroco: Company History
Knitter’s Spotlight: Miniature Alpine Sweater by TgrLly01
Planning to trim the tree this weekend? You might want to add some knitted ornaments, like our Minutia, as a finishing touch. With dozens of designs to choose from you’ll be able to deck the halls, too! Plus they’ll be the fastest handknit sweaters you’ve ever made! TgrLly01 finished her Miniature Alpine Sweater in just… Continue reading Knitter’s Spotlight: Miniature Alpine Sweater by TgrLly01
KnitBits Preview: Inspiration for Babies & Toddlers
I love when designers share their knitting inspiration. If you’re like me, you’ll want to check out tomorrow’s KnitBits. It features a beautiful video about the design process behind our latest book, Comfort Knitting & Crochet: Babies & Toddlers. Some of the objects that influenced our patterns might surprise you! Comfort Knitting & Crochet: Babies &… Continue reading KnitBits Preview: Inspiration for Babies & Toddlers
Knitter’s Spotlight: Damask Purse by Hurdler788
We love when you make our patterns and show off the results on Ravelry. But why stop there? We want to share your recent projects on our blog, too! This is the first installment of our Knitter’s Spotlight – a weekly look at what you’ve made and the story behind your process. More than a… Continue reading Knitter’s Spotlight: Damask Purse by Hurdler788
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