We love a versatile pattern that shows off the stunning color changes of Spincycle Yarns. This new pattern from Andrea Mowry is perfect for pairing you favorite Spincycle color with a complimentary solid. It features a simple colorwork motif, and is written for two gauges: sport weight, using Spincycle Dyed in the Wool or […]
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2020: A Gift Odyssey – Happy Cowl and Hat in Loopy Mango Dream
Happy Hat and Cowl by Loopy Mango The name says it all – this sweet hat and cowl set is sure to please your recipient this holiday season! Featuring simple stranded colorwork, a uniquely plush texture, and colors for everybody, the Happy Hat & Cowl might just be your new gifting go-tos! Make either the […]
2020: A Gift Odyssey – Sidewinder Hat in Freia Plush Super Bulky
Sidewinder Beanie by Aspen Leaf Knits Instant gratification knits = instant gifts you can whip up in an evening! We’re so excited to welcome an new refined base from Freia Yarns. Her new Plush Super Bulky base features the same stunning hand-dyed ombre gradients, on a super soft and squishy Merino/Silk blend that is made […]
2020: A Gift Odyssey – Banff Hat in Dream State and Gilliatt
Banff Hat by Tin Can Knits Each year, I like to choose a versatile pattern and make it again and again for holiday gifts. This year, I chose the Banff Hat by Tin Can Knits. Like all of their patterns, it is sized from Baby to Adult Large, so I can make it for family […]
2020: A Gift Odyssey – Alpine Hat using Blue Sky Woolstok
2020: A Gift Odyssey – Destination Handmade Alpine Hat Simple stitching with colorful stripes make for a joyful hat! This free pattern from Blue Sky Fibers shows off each of the fun colors of the Woolstok Mini Bundles as bold, graphic stripes. One mini bundle and one skein of Woolstok 50 will make the hat […]
Brick Sidewalk Beanie
Supplies 1 skein Neighborhood Fiber Co. Studio DK (DK weight; 100% superwash Merino; 275 yd/251m per 4 oz/113g skein). One skein will make two infant, toddler, or kid hats or one adult small or adult large hat. Samples shown in Canton (infant), Belair-Edison (toddler), Mondawmin (kid), Ziggy Stardust (adult small), and Bolton Hill (adult large). […]
Project of the Week: Cleridae
We have all been captivated by the beautiful designs in Michele Wang’s Capsule collection with Brooklyn Tweed that came out a few weeks ago. With the entire collection currently in space and Michele’s visit next Saturday, we thought it was appropriate to whip up something from the collection to celebrate! While most of us can’t […]
Handmade Holiday Gifting: Mrs. Moon Plump Swirl Hat
As we begin to count down to the holidays, time is of the essence! Now, more than ever, we need quick knits (and as the weather turns colder, it doesn’t hurt if they’re cozy too). Mrs. Moon Plump is a super bulky yarn that has been sold out for weeks but is now back in […]
Handmade Holiday Gifting: Pomination
This week we’re focusing on a new shop favorite: Biscotte Griffon. It’s a lovely aran weight yarn that self stripes! The yarn does the hard work for you, creating a colorful display of stripes perfect for gifts. And – even better – this soft merino wool is superwash, making it kid-friendly as well. In fact, […]
The Fiberists Newton Worsted
A brand new addition The Fiberists yarns, Newton Worsted is a beautiful yarn that is sure to become a favorite. Locally hand-dyed here in Northern Virginia, this merino/silk worsted weight yarn comes in huge skeins that give you a lot of pattern options and bang for your buck. The merino provides warmth while the silk […]
Holiday Gifting with Unique Items
We all have that friend or family member with a wonderfully unique style all his or her own. But what on earth do you make that will work with her discerning tastes? Here are some unique items that are sure to please even the pickiest fashionista in your life. Tatara by Olga Buraya-Kefelian is one […]