I am very lucky to be surrounded by talented makers here in the design studio. Whenever I am at a loss for a how-to video idea they jump to my help. ( Thank you, guys! ) Alison suggested a technique to help fix a mistake you find a few rows after you twist a cable the… Continue reading Emily Explains: Fixing a Cable
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Designer Spotlight: Riflebird Wrap by Jennifer Raymond
Sometimes an artist or designer gets hooked on a theme and explores all the possible variations. Picasso had his Blue Period and Jennifer Raymond, at least for the moment, is fascinated by crochet worked through the back loops. Jennifer’s Riflebird Wrap is just one of her new designs featuring this technique. She added some short… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Riflebird Wrap by Jennifer Raymond
Ashley’s Adventures in Knitting: So Many KALs, So Little Time
I love knitting and crocheting all year round - day or night, no matter the weather. That said, I do find it hard to balance my desire to knit with my desire to soak up the all-to-few beautiful days of summer. Just last weekend, I actually contemplated the feasibility of packing my nearly finished Nijo… Continue reading Ashley’s Adventures in Knitting: So Many KALs, So Little Time
Designer Spotlight: Campfire Shawl by Lucinda Iglesias
Knitting for 12 years and crocheting most of her life, Lucinda Iglesias claims she still can’t really follow a pattern. But that hasn’t stopped her from designing patterns of her own! She just grabs yarn (she owns a LYS called Mont Tricot, so she’s got plenty to choose from) and starts playing. Lucinda’s Campfire Shawl… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Campfire Shawl by Lucinda Iglesias
New American Knits Winner
We were blown away by the response to our New American Knits giveaway! I wish we could give you all a a copy of Amy's book, if only so I could see her Parrish Mitts in all those different Berroco Ultra Alpaca color combos! Congratulations to our giveaway winner...Sandy Wheeler! Sandy, please contact info@berroco.com within the next… Continue reading New American Knits Winner
Emily Explains: Getting Started With Chock
In the summertime, I love having a simple shawl at hand in case I need to cover up from the sun or a cool breeze. Chock, a beautiful lace pattern from Norah Gaughan vol. 14, knit in Maya is a perfect choice. When you're just casting on, you'll want to knit somewhere quiet, maybe in the park or… Continue reading Emily Explains: Getting Started With Chock
Designer Spotlight: Learn Reversible Intarsia Sampler by Laurinda Reddig
There’s nothing that can make up for the loss of a child, but when Laurinda Reddig lost her baby daughter, Rowan, she used crochet to help cope with her grief. Inspired by a blanket she had received while her daughter was in hospital, Laurinda designed her first crochet sampler afghan and started a NICU blanket… Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Learn Reversible Intarsia Sampler by Laurinda Reddig
Barrison’s Travels: 4th of July
Barrison Bear loves to travel the world, but for this 4th of July she decided to explore a little closer to home. She dreamed up a sassy summer dress and planned a weekend filled with friends and fun activities. Then Hurricane Arthur stormed up the East Coast and, quite literally, rained on her parade. Barrison didn't… Continue reading Barrison’s Travels: 4th of July
New American Knits Giveaway
If you've visited Ravelry, your LYS or the bookstore lately, you may have noticed a fabulous collection of knitwear patterns that just hit the shelves. New American Knits, designed by our very own Amy Christoffers, is a compilation of 20 classic knits, all inspired by great American artists. With pullovers, cardies and a variety of accessories, there's… Continue reading New American Knits Giveaway
Emily Explains: How To Wear Laodi
When designing each season there is always a rush of designing that happens before the photoshoot. It is both exhilarating and exhausting. Last season, we were so lucky to have Martha Wissing, a talented designer who handled our pattern support questions at the time, knock out a few accessories. Laodi, featured in booklet #348, is a… Continue reading Emily Explains: How To Wear Laodi
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