Jessica Rose has gone through phases of scrapbooking, quilting, soap making and more. Her husband even once called her “compulsively crafty.” But knitting is one thing she hasn’t phased out. Earlier this year, the Seattle Knitters Guild asked Jessica to design a pattern in honor of their 30th Anniversary – hence her Seattle Knitters Guild… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Seattle Knitters Guild 30th Anniversary Hat by Jessica Rose
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Ashley’s Adventures in Knitting: My (Inter)Continental Hopedale Scarf
As much as I love knitting now, the pain and frustration of learning to knit (3 or 4 separate times, mind you) is still fresh in my mind. I've been wanting to try Continental knitting for a while, but dreaded the learning curve. I made it my New Year's resolution for 2015, and just a… Continue reading Ashley’s Adventures in Knitting: My (Inter)Continental Hopedale Scarf
Emily Explains: How to Knit the Cluster Stitch for Sangria
Alison's new pattern, Sangria, is a fabulous new sweater knit in Berroco Artisan. It is a lace pullover that is cozy and warm for fall and winter. The lace is formed by knitting several stitches together as a cluster. Watch my demonstration below: Now give the pattern a try! Happy Making, Emily
Designer Spotlight: Trapeze Net Scarf by Elen Brandt
Elen Brandt isn’t exaggerating when she says she has an “intense need to multitask.” She’s lawyer, painter and musician – as if that isn’t enough – with a knack for knitting and design. Though her interests are varied, she approaches each one like a puzzle. She visualizes a solution first and then figures out how… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Trapeze Net Scarf by Elen Brandt
Ashley’s Adventures in Design: Inspiration for my MKAL Block
While there are many varied tasks associated with my role as Social Media Director for Berroco, designing is no where in the job description. That said, I've been fortunate to be involved in several team projects, including this summer's Ultra Alpaca Mystery Knit-Along! Amy picked 10 shades of Berroco Ultra Alpaca and told us to use as… Continue reading Ashley’s Adventures in Design: Inspiration for my MKAL Block
Amy’s Thread: Back-to-School Cardigan
The beginning of August is the dog days of summer for most, but for me it's time to start planning for my back-to-school fall wardrobe. The back-to-school sweater is the staple sweater you wear everyday, with everything, like a uniform. These are relatively easy knits (or crochets!) - projects that make for good summer take-along knitting.… Continue reading Amy’s Thread: Back-to-School Cardigan
Designer Spotlight: Whakamārie Top by Françoise Danoy
Françoise Danoy is a quick study when it comes to knitting and designing. She taught herself how to knit in January 2014 as a New Year’s resolution. Since then, she’s published 22 original knitwear patterns! As a Franco-Māori American Australian (that’s right, she has four citizenships), Françoise tries to bring a rich sense of heritage… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Whakamārie Top by Françoise Danoy
Emily Explains: Patterns With a Sewn Bind Off
This week my mind has turned to jello, flooded with ideas and designs for spring 2016. One technique I keep coming back for shawls is the sewn bind-off. I am in love with the result of a sewn bind off finishing. It is so simple and easy! It creates a finish that is not too loose and… Continue reading Emily Explains: Patterns With a Sewn Bind Off
Amy’s Thread: What to Wear With Rye
Thea Colman's sweater Rye from the Portfolio Collection is a great transitional sweater. This is one to start knitting now so you'll finish just as the evenings start to get a little cooler but before it's time to pack away the summer dresses for the season. (Dress, shoes, jewelry) How will you wear Rye?
Designer Spotlight: Laurel Hat by Megan Sanders
When Megan Sanders gets some “me time,” she puts on a good TV show and picks up her knitting. Despite being a busy mom of two, Megan describes herself as an avid TV viewer – her Ravelry group is called TV Nerd Knits and she names all of her designs after characters from her favorite… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Laurel Hat by Megan Sanders
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