I spent most of last weekend knitting, knitting and knitting until I couldn't knit any more. I was compelled to knit just one more piece for my next volume (that's Norah Gaughan vol 13). Next week is the big photo shoot, and all of my knitters were busy with other items for our Fall/Winter booklets.… Continue reading Norah’s Knits: A Walk in the Woods for Inspiration
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Knitter’s Spotlight: Avi by Eileen Vito
Eileen Vito’s first knitting project went to the dogs. I mean that literally, of course. She knit sweaters for her two dogs. Unfortunately, both dogs gained weight and the sweaters got too tight. Eileen says she’s pretty sure this is just a coincidence and not a reflection of their feelings about her knitting! Either way,… Continue reading Knitter’s Spotlight: Avi by Eileen Vito
Norah’s Knits: Variations on a Theme, Cable Knit Cardigans
I love designing with cables and designing new stitches. Sometimes the "invention" of a new knit cable is little more than a simple recombination of long loved stitches. To come up with the cable pattern for my Kaide cardigan, I started with this very basic easy honeycomb pattern in two sizes. I added a few columns… Continue reading Norah’s Knits: Variations on a Theme, Cable Knit Cardigans
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
Independent Patterns, July Edition
It’s time for another roundup of independently designed patterns using Berroco yarns... This time, we’ll be looking at interesting new garments, as well as a couple of cute scarves. First up is the Barcelona Tunic by Faina Goberstein. Worked in Ultra Alpaca, this sleeveless tunic is knit in the round using a variety of interesting… Continue reading Independent Patterns, July Edition
Even More Independent Patterns
We're always delighted when independent designers choose our yarn for their patterns, and lately I've come across some really great designs... First off, check out the Winter Wheat Hat in Flicker, designed by Kristen Ashbaugh-Helmreich. The hat's stitch pattern is a perfect match for Flicker's bouncy elasticity, and the slightly slouchy fit is very flattering.… Continue reading Even More Independent Patterns
Great Independent Designs
I’ve stumbled across some beautiful independently designed patterns lately, all making great use of Berroco yarns. Some are available online, and a couple are included in Weekend Hats, a brand new book by Cecily Glowik MacDonald and Melissa LaBarre. Here they are, in no particular order: First up, Xandy Peters’ lovely Nouvelle hat knit in Flicker.… Continue reading Great Independent Designs
More Independent Favorites
I’ve been cruising around on Ravelry again, and I’ve found some beautiful new patterns to share. It’s exciting to see what independent designers are doing with our yarns! First up is Hannah Fettig’s Autumnal Cardigan, knitted in Ultra Alpaca Light. The long silhouette and generously sized ribbed collar make it a perfect option for staying… Continue reading More Independent Favorites
Crazy for Cowls
Cowls are everywhere! They’re quick to make, fun to wear, and they make great gifts. Since many of them only require a few skeins, they’re a practical way to try out a new yarn without a big commitment. In addition to the cowl patterns produced by our design team (watch for this upcoming Friday’s KnitBits newsletter… Continue reading Crazy for Cowls
Back to Ravelry
Fall is creeping in, slowly but surely. Leaves are starting to change color, there are long strands of artificial spiderweb stretched all over the bushes around my neighborhood, and there’s a noticeable chill in the air every morning. It’s time to start digging out cold weather accessories from the back of my closet... Or maybe… Continue reading Back to Ravelry
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