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The joy of knitted squares
Lynne Rowe,
Knitted squares cardigan pattern, blank and white or multi-coloured squares are knitted together and sewn to create a hand knitted cardigan

Free Pattern Friday: Ripples Cowl (Crochet)
ImagiKnit San Francisco,
The Ripples Cowl by Tracy Henwood is perfect for bringing out the beauty of a hand dyed yarns! It's crocheted with a 3mm hook using 1 skein of Uneek Fingering , a soft merino in gorgeous colorways. Cowls not your thing? You can make a scarf using 2 skeins . Can't wait to start?  You can snag the pa…

Wonky Blocks Blanket to Knit or Crochet
noreply@blogger.com (Carissa),
The Wonky Blocks Blanket patterns are now live on Ravelry ( knit and crochet ) and Payhip ( knit and crochet )! Inspired by English paper pieced quilts, this blanket combines squares and diamonds in a playful, off-kilter grid. Knitters will enjoy the meditative garter stitch with simple increases a…

Knitting Hacks: Four Game-Changing Ways to Embrace the Stitch Saver
noreply@blogger.com (Emily),
Today, we're diving into the marvelous world of stitch saver. If you've ever found yourself struggling to transfer live stitches to a holder, or have been challenged by a provisional cast-on, then you're in for a treat. In this blog post, we'll explore the wonders of hollow rubber tubing (aka stitc…

🧶Fabulousness and Fuwa Fuwa
Shelley Brander,
If you take nothing else away from this week’s newsletter, let it be this: Go follow the fabulous Nancy Ricci @gettingpurlywithit. This woman knows how to squeeze the most juice out of life! For the online debut of the new Hot Loops Wall collection last week, Nancy put on a knockout black gown and …

Easy Scrubbies with Lion Brand “Stitch Soak Scrub” Yarn
Admin,
Elevate your scrubby-knitting game with these fabulous nylon yarn scrubbies! Crafted by Lion Brand specifically for durability and versatility, the nylon yarn is the perfect … The post Easy Scrubbies with Lion Brand “Stitch Soak Scrub” Yarn appeared first on KB Looms Blog .

Free Pattern Friday: Eyelet Cowl
ImagiKnit San Francisco,
Add some color to your favorite tees and tanks! The Eyelet Cowl by Plymouth Design Studio calls for just 2 balls of Knitcol , a fun self-patterning/striping yarn in loads of colors. It's knit in the round using size US 6 needles.  It's easy peasy - perfect for travel/social knitting. Can't wait to …

🧶The new Hot Loops Wall is here! 🔥
Shelley Brander,
It all started 18 years ago this week, with a dream and an idea. A dream to build a more modern, friendlier yarn shop. And an idea to build a whole wall of yarn where you could find a great project, fast. Last night we debuted our 35th Hot Loops Wall. And thanks to the modern magic of zoom, we had …

Just Peachy! An Interview With Laverne Benton of Bzy Peach
Anoushka Haroutounian,
Laverne “Ms. Peach” Benton wearing Broadway Beanie in Dragon Fruit, Summer in the Orchard and Chojuro Asian Pear 50/50 Cotton/Wool DK Weight May of our year-long MAL is sponsored by the fabulously fruity Bzy Peach ! Laverne Benton specialises in dyeing beautiful cotton and tencel yarn, as seen in o…

Joy: rediscovered
jeanettesloan,
It’s been a while since you heard from me, and there’s a good reason for that. As you know, I tend to speak only when there’s new work to celebrate or when I’ve something worthwhile to say. However, having shared so much of myself online in the last couple of years, I took a bit … Continue reading …

Free Pattern Friday: Kidsilk Haze Scarf
ImagiKnit San Francisco,
For the lace lover! The Kidsilk Haze Scarf by the Rowan Design Studio will add elegance to any outfit. The pattern calls for 3 skeins of Kidsilk Haze . It's knit using size US 6 needles. The lace pattern is written; no charts. Can't wait to cast on?  You can snag the pattern here and the yarn here …

Issue 45 - Official Preview
Meghan Fernandes,
Our summer edition is inspired by the sun-filled days of summer and the fruits that grow and bloom with the season. Pom Pom Quarterly 45 features 10 vibrant knit and crochet patterns, each one a celebration of fruit, and of what is possible with yarn and a hook or some needles. More

The Loop Scoop 62
Kara Gunza,
Hello my friends and welcome back to another round of The Loop Scoop! If you are new here, let me give you the low down … the party is hosted both here at Petals to Picots and at Moogly — the links will show up on both sites for double the exposure!! And we both ... Read More about The Loop Scoop …

Taking pride in a project
Jen Arnall-Culliford,
Why, as makers, do we find it so hard to present a finished project without pointing out the (perceived) flaws, and things we would do differently if we made the thing again? Why is it so uncomfortable to show what we have made, and to simply be proud of it?

🧶 Ode to a reluctant model
Shelley Brander,
This week, as we’re scurrying around preparing to reveal our 37th Hot Loops project wall … The “OG” Hot Loops model is graduating from college. Since we opened the doors of our first yarn store in 2005, you’ve watched my youngest, Mallory, grow up. Funny story: Mal has always been a bit of a reluct…

Free Pattern Friday: Baby Life Ring Socks
ImagiKnit San Francisco,
Finally - baby booties that stay on wiggling little feet! Baby Life Ring Socks by Cat Bordhi call for 1 ball of Fixation , Fixation Splash or Spray Dye Fixation . The smidgen of elastic provides the perfect amount of stretch to keep the socks from slipping off of little feet. There are 3 sizes (new…

Sunshine and Stitches: Discover 9 Delightful Summer Sweater Knitting Patterns
noreply@blogger.com (Emily),
Summer is around the corner and that means it's time to put away those bulky wool sweaters and pick up some lighter yarns to create the perfect summer sweater. While the weather might be warming up, that doesn't mean we have to stop knitting. Cool summer evenings and overly air-conditioned spaces d…

🧶 Guess who’s the featured dyer for the spring Hot Loops wall
Shelley Brander,
Hello yarn lovers! Call me smitten. Call me a proud mama. Together, we’ve done it again - we’ve created quite a stir in the yarn world! Hundreds have joined the new Knit Stars Yarniverse since we rolled it out. I love what Ash has to say… “It is so refreshing and humbling to be a part of something …

Free Pattern Friday: Goldfish School Cowl
ImagiKnit San Francisco,
The Goldfish School Cowl by Michael del Vecchio calls for one skein of Bamboo Bloom Handpaints , a yarn that is thick and thin, matte and shiny for a unique look. It can be worn around the neck as a cowl or draped on your shoulders capelet-style. It's knit using size US 15 needles. Can't wait to ca…

A Super Pom Pop Up!
Meghan Fernandes,
We are opening our doors to local makers and would love for you to join us at our U.S. studio! Come enjoy free drinks while you shop and check out samples from our forthcoming summer issue! Get directions here! Available from Pom will be: loads of yarn from our archives! knitwear from past issues s…