Joann Rogers knows what she likes - contemporary clothing with “non-fussy” stitch patterns – and that’s what she knits. She’s been designing her own patterns for three years and shows no sign of slowing down. In fact, she says she never has enough time to keep up with her “idea file.” The idea for… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Zihua Cardigan by Joann Rogers
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Designer Spotlight: My Friend Virginia by Rose Williams
Rose Williams has been knitting and crocheting for most of her life, but this year her projects have added meaning. She set a personal challenge to design patterns in honor of friends – picking one friend for each letter of the alphabet. My Friend Virginia is a lightweight mini-poncho named in honor of a fellow… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: My Friend Virginia by Rose Williams
Designer Spotlight: Spice Cake by Michelle Blohm
A New Jersey native living in Florida, Michelle Blohm jumps at any chance to wear her finished objects, whether it’s shopping in an air-conditioned mall or traveling to a colder climate. On those occasions, Michelle struggles to choose just one or two pieces from her collection (a self-imposed rule she follows to avoid “looking like… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Spice Cake by Michelle Blohm
Guest Blogger: Teresa Gregorio Talks About the Great Northern Collection
Hi! I’m Teresa Gregorio - knitwear designer of bold, feminine, unique pieces. I’m collaborating with fellow designer Leah Coccari-Swift to create Great Northern, a collection of sweaters, accessories and housewares all inspired by the cult tv show, Twin Peaks. One of the first things Leah and I did for this collaboration was brainstorm knitting patterns. And… Continue reading Guest Blogger: Teresa Gregorio Talks About the Great Northern Collection
Designer Spotlight: Twigs by Novel Reed
Novel Reed had a knack for knitwear design even before she had mastered all of the basics. Her first project as an 8-year-old novice was a knitted tube dress for a Barbie doll. She couldn’t figure out how to bind off, so she slipped the tail of her yarn through the live stitches and turned… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Twigs by Novel Reed
Ashley’s Adventures in Knitting: October Sweater Challenge
This is the first time I'm writing about a knitting adventure that has yet to happen. The October Sweater Challenge is the next knit-along that I'll be hosting in the Berroco Lovers group on Ravelry and it's pretty much what it sounds like - one month to make one sweater. I've done it before, and… Continue reading Ashley’s Adventures in Knitting: October Sweater Challenge
Designer Spotlight: Filigree by Karin Bole Tupper
If a hurricane hit a yarn shop, it might look something like Karin Bole Tupper’s workspace mid-design. Her process might not be pretty, but the results are! Filigree is a textured scarf with feminine details that Karin designed in Berroco Folio. The pattern starts with a provisional cast on and is knit with alternating panels… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Filigree by Karin Bole Tupper
Designer Spotlight: Wildlings Toddler Leg Warmers by Nat Raedwulf
Nat Raedwulf says her designs typically arise from a specific need – often one identified in the midst of an adventure. Whether she’s at home or on vacation, she’ll drop everything else and follow that inspiration. It almost always leads her to a local yarn shop! Nat’s Wildlings Toddler Leg Warmers are the perfect example… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Wildlings Toddler Leg Warmers by Nat Raedwulf
Ashley’s Adventures in Knitting: My First Zipper
I it find equally awesome and intimidating that knitting has seemingly endless techniques to be learned. When I cast on for Willard in our Berroco Home Crochet & Knit-Along at the end of June, I decided it was the right time to try sewing in a zipper. It helped that I had more than a month to mentally… Continue reading Ashley’s Adventures in Knitting: My First Zipper
Designer Spotlight: Punch Pillow by April Garwood
April Garwood began designing in 2010 when she was expecting her fourth daughter. Her first pattern was a crochet baby dress that she made for a special church ceremony. She’s published more than 50 patterns since and has even begun expanding into knit design. April’s Punch Pillow, is a new pattern featured in the special… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Punch Pillow by April Garwood
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