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Norwegian Star Earflap Hat

Thursday, February 10th, 2011

There is nothing more rewarding than making a hand made gift for a loved one;

especially when you know it will keep them cozy and warm.

Aiden's Hat, made in Happy Feet DK and Encore DK

Aiden's Hat, made in Happy Feet DK and Encore DK

(My favorite touch is the whimsical braided ties!)

This hat can be made in adult size as well by using a heavier yarn, like Encore Worsted or Galway. Aiden’s hat, knit by Mary, is knit in Happy Feet DK and Encore DK.

The pattern is by Tienne and can be found here

Interweave Knits Spring 2011

Friday, February 4th, 2011

photography by Kathryn Martin

photography by Kathryn Martin for Interweave Knits

Bonnie Paul’s Curvy Squares Tee uses our Mushishi yarn to make a classic and effortless entrelac pullover.

Interweave Knits Spring 2011 issue hits newsstands on February 22nd.

Chunky Merino Mitts

Thursday, January 20th, 2011

Amy’s mitts are a quick knit using Plymouth Chunky Merino Superwash.

Any twilight fan will recognize these inspired mittens from the first movie.

Made with size 8 needles and 2 skeins of color 21

Made with size 8 needles and 2 skeins of color 21

The pattern is designed by Marielle Henault and can be found on her blog.

Knitscene Winter/Spring 2011

Thursday, January 6th, 2011

photography by Joe Coca

photography by Joe Coca

In this issue of Knitscene, Taria Tweed “bälte cardigan” is featured by designer Katie Himmelberg.

This issue hits newsstands today!

Cozy Winter Coat

Thursday, December 9th, 2010

Selina’s coat inspired me to write a blog entry about it.

Pea Coat in Worsted Merino Superwash, color 8

Pea Coat in Worsted Merino Superwash, color 8

The pattern is from Shirley Paden’s book Knitwear Design Workshop.

Selina used a lighter weight yarn than what the pattern originally called for to make a smaller size. I love how the buttons work into the cable patterns, making a sleek,chic finish.

She even added pockets to her design-worsted-merino-superwash-pea-coat-2

View more colors in our Worsted Merino Superwash

View pattern for our Worsted Merino Superwash

Newport

Thursday, September 30th, 2010

Newport Cardigan in Galway Chunky

Newport Cardigan in Galway Chunky, color 1

Susan‘s hand knit cardigan is a must have fall staple.

I especially love the deep ribbed sleeve cuffs- a modern twist to a classic design.

Galway Chunky is 100% wool and knits at 3 1/2 sts=1″ on size 10 needles.

Pattern is by Kim Dolce- Dolce Handknits

View more colors in Galway Chunky

Pumpkin

Thursday, September 23rd, 2010

Pumpkin knit in Encore Worsted

Pumpkin knit in Encore Worsted colors 1383, 6003, & 045

Designed by Jan Lewis, this festive hand knit pumpkin will never spoil.

You can find the pattern here.

View more patterns using Encore Worsted

A Tweedy Fall

Thursday, September 16th, 2010

Plymouth Pattern 1791

Plymouth Pattern 1791

What it could better to kickstart fall projects with our luscious Baby Alpaca Grande Tweed?

Leslie Friend (read about her experience knitting this on her blog) knit this in color 1208, Pumpkin Spice.

The cardigan takes 9, (10, 11, 12, 14)–100G skeins.

More Naturale

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

I hope this beautiful summery knit inspires you to finish or jump start your summer knitting!

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Gathered Cardi

Gathered Cardi in Fantasy Naturale- 8 skeins

Hand Knit by Rosann

Hand Knit by Rosann

Raglan sleeve shaping with wide seed stitch borders on the sleeve and the fronts add simplicity. The gathering adds a youthful, flirty feel.

Design by Cathy Carron, pattern can be found at Vogue Knitting’s website or in Knit.1 Issue of Spring/Summer 2008.

Ecco Silk

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

This beautiful top was hand knit by Emily from a French Magazine- Bergere de France

Ecco Silk, 7 skeins

Ecco Silk, 7 skeins

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Ecco Silk is 100% Silk sport weight, 6 sts= 1″ on #6 knitting needle, 148 yards/50G skein

Luckily there are a few places to purchase this magazine in English if you are a little rusty on your French!