Knitting for 12 years and crocheting most of her life, Lucinda Iglesias claims she still can’t really follow a pattern. But that hasn’t stopped her from designing patterns of her own! She just grabs yarn (she owns a LYS called Mont Tricot, so she’s got plenty to choose from) and starts playing. Lucinda’s Campfire Shawl… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Campfire Shawl by Lucinda Iglesias
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Emily Explains: Getting Started With Chock
In the summertime, I love having a simple shawl at hand in case I need to cover up from the sun or a cool breeze. Chock, a beautiful lace pattern from Norah Gaughan vol. 14, knit in Maya is a perfect choice. When you're just casting on, you'll want to knit somewhere quiet, maybe in the park or… Continue reading Emily Explains: Getting Started With Chock
Barrison’s Travels: 4th of July
Barrison Bear loves to travel the world, but for this 4th of July she decided to explore a little closer to home. She dreamed up a sassy summer dress and planned a weekend filled with friends and fun activities. Then Hurricane Arthur stormed up the East Coast and, quite literally, rained on her parade. Barrison didn't… Continue reading Barrison’s Travels: 4th of July
Emily Explains: How To Wear Laodi
When designing each season there is always a rush of designing that happens before the photoshoot. It is both exhilarating and exhausting. Last season, we were so lucky to have Martha Wissing, a talented designer who handled our pattern support questions at the time, knock out a few accessories. Laodi, featured in booklet #348, is a… Continue reading Emily Explains: How To Wear Laodi
Amy’s Thread: What to Knit On the Road
The Berroco Fall '14 collection is available in stores but I am in full summer mode - so what to knit now? Cosma, is my current favorite. This lovely new sport weight wool/alpaca/silk blend is made for on the go knitting - the shade card is an inspiring range of fresh picked florals and classic neutrals… Continue reading Amy’s Thread: What to Knit On the Road
What Inspires: Magical Movies
When I am at a loss for inspiration, a walk, beautiful music or a good movie can pull me back into my creative spirit. One of my favorite albums to listen to when I am feeling like this is the soundtrack to Amélie. A friend gave it to me when I was in college. We would play… Continue reading What Inspires: Magical Movies
Emily Explains: Naturally Dyeing with Red Onions
I fell in love with dyeing fabrics and yarns in college. White yarns and fabrics are blank canvases with endless possibilities. Recently, I've been using natural materials to create the colors that I want to wear. I love the earthy hues that natural dyes create. They remind me of the water colors that fill my sketchbooks. This… Continue reading Emily Explains: Naturally Dyeing with Red Onions
Designer Spotlight: Grace Notes Doll & Clothing by Beth Webber
Making dolls is Beth Webber’s passion – and more than that, it’s her talent. Whether sewn, crocheted or knit, she sees each one as “a tangible expression of grace.” So it’s perfectly fitting that Beth named her newest doll Grace Notes. Knit in the round from the bottom up, Beth paid extra attention to make… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Grace Notes Doll & Clothing by Beth Webber
Get to Know Berroco: Where to Find Yarn Amounts
One of the questions we get most often about our website is, "How can I buy a pattern when you don't tell me the amount of yarn I need to make it?" Another common question, "Why don't your patterns say what sizes they come in?" The thing is, our website does have this information. You… Continue reading Get to Know Berroco: Where to Find Yarn Amounts
Emily Explains: A Sewn Bind Off
Choosing a bind off technique for your knitting project can be a difficult decision. There are so many options! I'm almost done knitting a shrug in Berroco Maya, and after the countless hours of work I've put into it, I need a bind off that is both flexible and elastic. A sewn bind off, also known as Elizabeth Zimmerman's… Continue reading Emily Explains: A Sewn Bind Off
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