What a week! We flew to Long Beach last Thursday morning for The National Needlearts Association's spring trade show and just got back to the office yesterday. It was amazing how much we were able to fit into a long weekend! In addition to running our booth, we helped out with the fashion show and… Continue reading TNNA Review
Category: knitting
Ask Amanda: How do I change to a new ball of yarn?
When you’re knitting something large enough to require more than one ball of yarn, your first ball will eventually run out and it will be time to change to a new one. At its most basic, adding new yarn is as simple as it sounds. You just stop using the old ball and start knitting… Continue reading Ask Amanda: How do I change to a new ball of yarn?
Norah’s Knits: Shrug it off – Shrugs to Knit
So you've gotten your feet wet on cowls, scarves and other knit accessories and you are working your nerve up to knit a sweater. It seems like a big commitment. Plus you've haven't yet made anything to fit a body. If you’re a little afraid to plunge into the intermediate knitters pool, you might want to… Continue reading Norah’s Knits: Shrug it off – Shrugs to Knit
Knitter’s Spotlight: Kat Coat by JessieAtHome
When I was a little girl, I would have loved to have a knitted sweater coat like the ones Jessie Rayot made for her four-year-old twins. Okay, if I’m being totally honest I still want one as an adult! With beautiful colored panels, a full skirt for spinning and an adorable elfin hood, Rayot’s Kat… Continue reading Knitter’s Spotlight: Kat Coat by JessieAtHome
Behind the Scenes: Spring/Summer 2013 Photo Shoot Video
You've seen our new yarns and our beautiful new designs for Spring/Summer 2013. Now you can watch the behind the scenes video from our photo shoot on Cape Cod last fall. It might look like a day at the beach - mostly because we did spend part of each day at the beach - but… Continue reading Behind the Scenes: Spring/Summer 2013 Photo Shoot Video
Ask Amanda: Why should I knit a gauge swatch?
It’s the ultimate test of self-control. You’re eager to start a new sweater project - all the beautiful yarn is sitting on the couch next to you, the pattern is waiting on your lap, and the recommended needle is in your hands. Why in the world would you knit a tiny, seemingly useless square when… Continue reading Ask Amanda: Why should I knit a gauge swatch?
Norah’s Knits: Cuff to Cuff Knitting
If you’re first learning how to knit, you may be feeling overwhelmed with the various techniques and stitches at your disposal. I suggest starting with traditional knitting, particularly when it comes to sweater knitting, to help increase your knitting confidence. Start with the back to get a handle on your pattern stitch and to make… Continue reading Norah’s Knits: Cuff to Cuff Knitting
Knitter’s Spotlight: Cool Winter Hat Patterns
In my opinion, there’s nothing like a new knitted winter hat to get you excited to be out in the cold. It might sound silly, but I speak from experience. I used to live in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and some days, the opportunity to show off my “chook” (that’s what Yoopers call a knit… Continue reading Knitter’s Spotlight: Cool Winter Hat Patterns
KnitBits Preview: New for Spring/Summer 2013
When it comes to unveiling a new collection, I'm honestly not sure who is more excited. We know a lot of you have been eagerly awaiting our new yarns and spring & summer knitting patterns. But everyone in the Berroco design office is thrilled to finally share the secrets we’ve kept for months! Rich colors,… Continue reading KnitBits Preview: New for Spring/Summer 2013
Vogue Knitting Live
January is a crazy time for the Berroco Design Team. From holidays to trade shows to the unveiling of our new yarns and designs for spring, there isn't much downtime. It's hectic, but it's also a lot of fun. Norah, Amanda and I all headed to New York for Vogue Knitting Live last weekend and it… Continue reading Vogue Knitting Live
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