In the beginning there were blogs, (actually I think LiveJournal came first but this phase skipped over me). When I started knitting in the late 1990s the world was a very different place. Berroco was around of course, but we've changed too, keep reading for a brief timeline of some of the highlights of knitting in… Continue reading Amy’s Thread: 21st Century Knitting – the First 10 Years
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Style Your Knits: Halyard
We like to joke that there's a dividing line of color preferences in the design office. Amy and Emily are metaphorically (and physically, with our desk arrangement) on one side with their love of neutrals and classic earth tones, while Alison and I prefer jewel tones (Alison even has a pink streak in her hair)… Continue reading Style Your Knits: Halyard
Barrison’s Travels: Day at the Circus
Being a bear, and an avid traveler, you might think Barrison (now available as a free crochet pattern) has encountered a variety of animals from all over the world. But, the truth is, she's more of an indoor bear. That's why she so excited when the circus came to town. Elephants and tigers and ponies -… Continue reading Barrison’s Travels: Day at the Circus
Emily Explains: Casting on for Grace
Grace, a lovely mitten pattern in our new fall yarn, Berroco Mojo, is oh so simple to knit...with one small quirk. You cast on from the top of the mitten and work down! I don't know about you, but I have never done such a thing. It's called a Turkish cast on and Amy just taught me… Continue reading Emily Explains: Casting on for Grace
Emily Explains: Seaming Garter Stitch
With the recent fall weather, I long for squishy and cozy garter stitch knits. Why garter stitch? It's simple, so you can enjoy a nice conversation with a friend or a good movie while knitting. And it's almost like going back your roots. Ultimately, it looks and feels great, too! Garter stitch has been on my… Continue reading Emily Explains: Seaming Garter Stitch
Designer Spotlight: Kung Fu Knits by Elizabeth Green Musselman
After more than a decade working as a college history professor, Elizabeth Green Musselman was ready for a change. She traded in the textbooks for knitting needles, focusing on a future in knitwear design and editing. Kung-Fu Knits is a combination knitting pattern and comic book that Elizabeth designed with active little boys in mind.… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Kung Fu Knits by Elizabeth Green Musselman
Emily Explains: Pattern Stitch for Holman Hunt
I have to begin this blog post by saying that Andean Mist is my new favorite yarn. It is so soft and fluffy without shedding all over you! When working on booklet #347, I designed Holman-Hunt - a large, rectangular shawl with an easy-to-memorize pattern stitch repeat. For those of you who are intimidated by charts, it is lace… Continue reading Emily Explains: Pattern Stitch for Holman Hunt
Emily Explains: Donnely’s Fisherman’ s Rib
This weekend I traveled up to Maine and explored Monhegan Island for the day. As always, it was beautiful with a foggy morning that turned into a bright and sunny day. I love seeing all the different people on the island - the working boats, pulling up traps and the artists tucked in the gardens or along the cliffs… Continue reading Emily Explains: Donnely’s Fisherman’ s Rib
Barrison’s Travels: Summer Road Trip
It's been a beautiful summer in New England, especially for Barrison. Still, she couldn't resist an opportunity to get on the road again.Earlier this month, Barrison joined Emily and Emily's boyfriend, Jared, on a road trip to Saugatuck, Michigan where they were visiting a friend. Along the way, they say songs, did a little sightseeing… Continue reading Barrison’s Travels: Summer Road Trip
Emily Explains: How To Crochet the Pattern Stitch for Bantry
August is here and I am thoroughly enjoying flipping through the latest fashion magazines to see what is new for Fall '14. I love this spread in W so much, it is actually making me long for sweater weather! Okay, okay...I'm not ready for summer to be over just yet, but I am working with tweeds and… Continue reading Emily Explains: How To Crochet the Pattern Stitch for Bantry
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