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May News: Mosaic Knits + New Hawthorne!

Summer, summer, summertimeTime to sit back and unwind– Fresh Prince c. 1991 As we gather up our yarn and needles and head outdoors to enjoy the first signs of summer, we’re reminded how grateful we...

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Free Downloadable June 2020 Calendar

Welcome to June, everybody! To me this month will always be one of growth, gardens, and of course, GREEN! I planted a bunch of snap peas this year and they have been growing so dang quickly. The...

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June News: Summer Shawls & Sweet Sock Yarns

Summertime knitting is in full swing! The temps are rising and so are our hopes that this season will be one full of iced tea, juicy watermelon, and relaxing knits. What better way to celebrate the...

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August News: Summertime Block Party

It might seem counter-intuitive, but it’s my personal belief that August is the perfect time to start a blanket project. The days are still hot enough that the need for a cozy blanket is not yet...

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Bare Yarn: An Indie Dyer’s Canvas

avocado dyed yarn from @woodsandwool While it’s not a secret by any means, you may not know that most of our existing yarn lines are available in their undyed, natural state. We lovingly refer to...

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Free Downloadable September 2020 Calendar

Hello and welcome to September! This is one of my favorite months—there are hints of fall starting to sneak in, but also still plenty of warm, summery moments to be had. Cooler days also mean my...

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Podcast Episode 327: Modular Knits and Easy-Care Yarns

We’re back from our short hiatus in August with some fresh crafting conversations for you! With the warm weather winding down and holiday season quickly approaching, we’re shifting gears at Knit...

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September News: What a Wonderfluff World

Fall is in the air…cozy pullovers, gift knitting, and endless cups of warm spiced cider are on the horizon. If you’re not quite ready to say goodbye to summer and need a little nudge, our latest batch...

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October News: Cozy Luxury & Easy Care Bliss

New Twill Yarns Fall is here in full force, and this year in particular, seeking out creature comforts is top of mind for a lot of folks. Whether you’re seeking a little luxury for your project queue...

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Podcast Episode 330: The Quest For Color

Abbey Road Sweater https://www.knitpicks.com/abbey-road-sweater/g/52726220 As the weather gets cozier our stashes seem to get more colorful. This week we’re dipping into the wide world of multi...

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Static Yarn Love: Self-Patterning Sock Yarn Projects

Have you tried one of our newest yarns, Static? This fun and colorful yarn is a limited-edition self-patterning sock yarn. What does that mean exactly? Uniquely shifting colors—no ends to weave in....

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Podcast Episode 331 – Making Yarn

Germantown, 100% US Grown Worsted-weight Wool Every day, the Knit Picks team comes together to dig deep into our craft and celebrate our favorite materials. From yarn to needles, we choose everything...

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Big News: It’s the Big Sale!

Get ready to clutch your purls, folks—the Big Sale has landed! As such, this post is naturally going to be information overload. Do yourself a favor and grab a fresh cuppa, your favorite cozy blanket,...

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Podcast Episode 332: Your Favorite Sock Yarns Explained

Felici Yarn Today, we’re dedicating an entire episode to the subject of sock knitting! Whether you’re a seasoned pro and socks are your very favorite thing, or a new knitter contemplating casting on...

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Knitting Patterns to use with Yarn Value Packs

Yarn Value Packs are a great way to get a color curated pack of your favorite yarns at a discount, but what do you make once you have one? Here are some knitting pattern ideas to use with some of our...

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December News: Bulky Knits for Cozy Days

As the days grow shorter, the layers of warm woolens start to pile on, making for yet another cozy season of hibernation. A bevy of bulky weight knits and handfuls of colorful new yarns are in store...

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January News: Classic Cables & Colorful Poms

Happy New Year, fellow fiber fans! With the holidays in the rearview, we’re shifting our focus to hunkering down and creating cozy winter wear for our own personal wardrobes. Time to sift through our...

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Knit Picks Podcast Episode 336 – Yarn 101 Live

One of our favorite things to talk about in the Knit Picks Office is yarn. We all have our favorite yarns and favorite projects to cast on and can easily get derailed when there’s a new yarn to...

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Free Downloadable February 2021 Calendar

Hello and welcome to February! This month’s calendar shines a spotlight on the incredibly cozy Sorrel. The pattern features a richly textured yoke made up of linear dip stitches (a video tutorial is...

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Free Downloadable March 2021 Calendar

Happy March, everyone! This month’s calendar features a spring-inspired array of our OEKO-TEX certified yarns. These beauties are produced without any harmful chemicals or substances, are safe for...

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