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
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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
One-Size Independent Patterns
Irene really did a number on our power grid this weekend. Happily, I was able to get some knitting done (by flashlight, when necessary) despite the weather. Hopefully any blog readers affected by the storm were safely able to do the same... This week’s KnitBits newsletter deals with no-fit gift ideas. It seems way too early… Continue reading One-Size Independent Patterns
Berroco Loves Ravelers, Pt. 2
I’ve been at it again - browsing Ravelry and finding lots of projects designed with Berroco yarns! It’s time for another independent pattern round-up... Robyn Gallimore’s Floraison, using Ultra Alpaca Fine This two-color sock pattern is full of fun details. A floral design is contrasted with checkerboard patterning and Latvian braids, ensuring that you’ll never… Continue reading Berroco Loves Ravelers, Pt. 2
Berroco Adores Designers
Ravelry has made it so easy to find great designs produced independently! And of course it’s especially exciting to find designers using Berroco yarn in their patterns. I’ve come across some really great designs lately, and thought I’d share: Linney Cardigan knit in Remix by Amy Christoffers This cardigan is really flattering, and the soft… Continue reading Berroco Adores Designers
Berroco loves Ravelers
A few minutes cruising around Ravelry was all it took for me to stumble across some beautiful patterns using Berroco yarn. It’s always a huge compliment to have our yarn chosen by designers, especially considering the wide variety of yarns available these days. I’ve posted a few of my favorite recent projects below. This cool Rainbow Ripple Baby… Continue reading Berroco loves Ravelers
Whirlwind June…
June has been exactly like a summer storm. A bit scary, very unpredictable, fast-moving, and at times refreshing and beautiful. It has been an exhausting but inspiring month... Norah and I spent the first half of the month consumed by TNNA! If you weren't following our updates on Twitter you can see a wonderful recap… Continue reading Whirlwind June…
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