I love designing with cables and designing new stitches. Sometimes the "invention" of a new knit cable is little more than a simple recombination of long loved stitches. To come up with the cable pattern for my Kaide cardigan, I started with this very basic easy honeycomb pattern in two sizes. I added a few columns… Continue reading Norah’s Knits: Variations on a Theme, Cable Knit Cardigans
Knitter’s Spotlight: Hooks & Needles Rap
Have you ever gone to YouTube to learn about a new knitting technique, only to find yourself listening to a song about how much someone loves yarn? I love these accidental discoveries, so I thought I’d share one of my favorites. I can’t remember what I was looking for when I came across Yorkshire Yarns’… Continue reading Knitter’s Spotlight: Hooks & Needles Rap
KnitBits Preview: Winter Giveaway
Would a new knitting book and some free Berroco yarn help make your new year happier? We thought so! Make sure you read tomorrow’s KnitBits, to find out how to enter our winter giveaway. Five winners will receive Cathy Carron’s “Short Story: chic knits for layering.” The book features 35 designs – all quick knits… Continue reading KnitBits Preview: Winter Giveaway
Norah’s Knits: Where do we come up with this stuff? Sweater trends and where to see them.
A friend of the Berroco blog recently wrote in to remind us that that we promised, with creation of our blog, to let you in on some of the inner workings of our design department. True to our word and intent, here is a little insight into what Amanda and I are currently looking at… Continue reading Norah’s Knits: Where do we come up with this stuff? Sweater trends and where to see them.
Knitter’s Spotlight: Maxim Sweater by XXKnitWhispererXX
Booklet #303 Berroco Remix is full of classic patterns for the entire family. If you’re looking for a great knit for kids, you’ll love the textured sweater, Maxim. XXKnitWhispererXX recently made Maxim for her daughter and she’s gotten a lot of compliments on it. She says she loves knitting with Remix because it’s machine washable.… Continue reading Knitter’s Spotlight: Maxim Sweater by XXKnitWhispererXX
KnitBits Preview: Favorite Designs of 2012
It’s hard to believe another year is almost over. For Berroco, one of the highlights of 2012 was launching our newly redesigned website! I can’t wait to see what exciting changes 2013 will bring. At the very least, I can promise it will include new yarns and more beautiful patterns to knit and crochet! But… Continue reading KnitBits Preview: Favorite Designs of 2012
Countdown to TNNA Winter 2013
It’s hard to believe that in just a few weeks Norah, Amanda and I will be on our way to sunny Long Beach, California. We won’t be wasting any time on the ocean, though. We’ll be at The National Needlearts Association’s annual winter trade show. TNNA, as its more commonly known, holds two big trade… Continue reading Countdown to TNNA Winter 2013
Knitter’s Spotlight: Wink Pattern
Pre-knitted yarns are a big trend this year. They look cool and they tend to be a quick knit. That’s the case with our free pattern Wink, which is knit with Berroco Link. It’s an easy scarf pattern that makes for a great beginner knitting project. If you can knit & purl, cast on &… Continue reading Knitter’s Spotlight: Wink Pattern
KnitBits Preview: Season’s Greetings
Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? With only five days to go, it might be time to take snowmaking matters into your own hands. Berroco is happy to help. We’re including a free snowflake pattern in tomorrow’s KnitBits. It’s the perfect knitted decoration to create a snowy celebration, even if you live somewhere warm!… Continue reading KnitBits Preview: Season’s Greetings
Fall/Winter 2012 – Video Highlights
I wasn't at the photo shoot for our fall/winter 2012 pattern booklets, but after I watched this video, I felt like I was. There aren't any words spoken, but you still get a sense of the models' personalities. You can't feel the wind, but you do get a feel for the different locations. When it… Continue reading Fall/Winter 2012 – Video Highlights
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