Mini-Me Cherry

May 14, 2013 in Debbie Bliss, Inspiration

Some people knit their mom a new hat or scarf for Mother’s Day.

Our employee Cherry knit her mom a mini-me!

Cherry’s mini-me doll

Cherry is one of our sales reps in the North West part of the country. She visits independently owned yarn stores in AK, ID, KS, MT, NE, OR, UT, WA, and WY. She tells the owner about new yarns and patterns coming out and carries color cards and samples of yarn as examples.

Being a sales rep involves a lot of travel!

Here is her story about her doll based on the Arne & Carlos (Ravelry link) Knitted Dolls book.

My doll is a Mini-me, done for my mom for her Mother’s Day gift.

My doll and her outfits are done entirely in Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino. I added a little Angel into to the hair to achieve my characteristic silver streaked bun (complete with the tortoise clips, of course).

And the shoes are knitted with Cashmerino Aran.

So far, I’ve just tipped the iceberg– it’s addictive planning a complete wardrobe once you get going. But I just remember all the Barbie outfits my mom knitted for me (yes it’s been more than a few years).

I knitted a T-shirt and tights as part of the doll’s body. But she also has a skirt to match the T-shirt and a pair of black cropped pants for starters. Wardrobe additions to follow!

Cherry & her mom & their new friend

My mom loves having a mini-me around since we don’t get to spend as much time together when I’m out on the road so much of the time. It’s all great fun! Who knew….

Inspired by Cherry’s idea?

There is a Molly the Doll in Ella Rae’s Knitting At Home book. You can buy the doll pattern by herself on the Vogue Knitting website.

If you are a crocheter, FreshStitches just released an ebook with customizable crocheted dolls that use Ella Rae Classic Wool.

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Debbie Bliss Book Giveaway–Winners!

March 20, 2013 in Debbie Bliss, miscellaneous

The random number generator has spoken!

Ten lucky fans have been selected to each receive a copy of the Debbie Bliss book “Angel”.

Debbie Bliss Angel book

I was able to email most of you, but two of you were logging in with Facebook.

Winners!

Lisa S.

Jeanie

Rhonda

Jackie J.–your mail box is full and bounced back. Please use the “message” button on our Facebook page to contact me!

Galway Shawl

Tammy F.–Please use the “message” button on our Facebook page to contact me!

Brooke

Carol E. G.—Please use the “message” button on our Facebook page to contact me!

Camille M.

Evelyn V.

Watch for an email from me with directions on how to claim your book.

The Book

The Angel Book features 8 lovely patterns using the beautiful Angel yarn, a 76% Super Kid Mohair, 24% Silk. There are 8 new colors this season for a total of 32!

Contrast Edged Sweater

In addition to the original Angel yarn, all the patterns in the book will work with the two Angel variations.

Lacy Tank

First there is Party Angel, a 72% Superkid Mohair, 24% Silk, 4% Metallic Polyester blend. The soft metallic strands are color coordinated (either silver or gold) with the main yarn. There are 8 new colors this season for a total of 18.

Lace Mittens

Next there is the new Angel Print yarn, a 76% SuperKid Mohair 24% Silk blend. Angel Print comes in 12 self-striping colors. It makes even a simple stockinette project look complicated. But you’ll know the secret is in the yarn!

Stay Tuned

You weren’t one of the lucky winners? Cheer up! The boss seems to have spring fever and we’ll be doing another book giveaway on Friday.

Stay tuned! Check back here or like us on Facebook so you see the notice.

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Debbie Bliss Spring 2013 & Giveaway (3/15-3/20)–closed

March 15, 2013 in Debbie Bliss

Debbie Bliss designs classic garments that range from simple to complicated and children to adults.

This gives knitters are wide range of project choices depending on his or her mood.

Her new books for spring and summer continue to delight.

Luxury Silk DK

The new Luxury Silk DK book features 10 patterns for women using the new yarn of the same name.

Luxury Silk DK is a 100% Silk yarn available in 20 coordinating colors that include solid and self-striping.

Celia from Luxury Silk DK book.

Celia is a simple shell with a shallow cowl neck for interest.

I think this would be great as part of a twin set for wearing to the office, but you can also wear it on the weekend.

With the delicious silk yarn I could see this becoming a go-to top through the warm weather.

Lisa cardigan from Luxury Silk DK book.

While Celia is a simple stockinette stitch top, the Lisa cardigan offers the challenge of lace.

See? Simple to complex!

But don’t be intimidated, the lace pattern is regular enough to be memorized after one or two repeats. You’ll be on auto pilot in no time.

This is another great top to wear in your different roles in life.

See more projects from the Luxury Silk DK book here.

Debbie Bliss Magazine Spring/Summer 2013

The Spring/Summer 2013 issue of Debbie Bliss Magazine is another stellar issue filled with fun projects for women, children and the home.

Sleeveless Dress from Debbie Bliss Magazine Spring/Summer 2013 issue.

This sweet sleeveless dress caught my eye. I love the texture on the bodice!

It is knit using Eco Baby yarn, a 100% Organic Cotton. There are six vibrant new colors this season. You can see all the colors here.

Waistcoast Debbie Bliss Magazine Spring/Summer 2013 issue.

Waistcoat Debbie Bliss Magazine Spring/Summer 2013 issue.

For the young man in your life check out this cute, shawl collar vest. It’s a great way to add warmth (and style) to an outfit without worrying about him getting overheated.

The waistcoat is knit using Rialto 4 ply, a soft 100% ExtraFine Merino Wool yarn. This yarn is a lovely to knit with as it is to wear! There are six new colors of Rialto 4 ply, which you can see here.

You can preview the other projects in this issue of the magazine here.

Angel Prints

Angel Print is a self-striping version of Debbie’s popular Angel yarn. Both yarns are a 76% SuperKid Mohair, 24% Silk blend with approx 220 yards per 25g ball. This makes them interchangeable in the patterns.

Tie Front Bolero from Angel Prints book.

But with stunning colors like this, why would you want to change? Angel Print is available in 12 great colorways.

This simple Tie Front Bolero is taken to a new level by the colors of the yarn. You’ll know it was an easy project that just looks complicated.

You can see more projects using Angel Print yarn here.

Winter Garden

Not ready for warm weather knitting yet?

The cuddly Winter Garden yarn is still gracing store shelves.

This 30% Merino wool, 30% Baby Llama, 20% Linen, 20% Silk blend has a suggested gauge of 2.5 sts per inch on a US13 needle so you could potentially finish a project while it’s still cool enough to wear it. And then you’ll be all set for next winter!

This beautiful Rib Sleeve Dress is just one of the cozy patterns you’ll find in the Winter Garden book.

Blue Faced Leicester

Another great yarn for you cold weather projects is Blue Faced Leicester.

Hand Wraps from Blue Faced Leicester book.

These pretty Hand Wraps take just one ball of this breed specific, 100% Wool yarn. If you’re looking for something you can finish fast, these would be a good selection.

Fingerless mitts are useful all year for keeping typing and texting fingers warm.

With 16 colors from which to choose, you might want to start your gift knitting now.

You can find more great accessories and sweaters in the Blue Faced Leicester book. This beautiful yarn is also used in several patterns in the Fall/Winter 2012 issue of Debbie Bliss Magazine, which you can preview here. Your local yarn store might still have a few copies in stock.

Blue Faced Leicester hat is a free pattern on our website.

Blue Faced Leicester is also great for hats. You’ll have fun mixing and matching the colors in this easy striped hat, which is a free pattern on our website. You can download it here. You can add it to your Ravelry queue here.

This hat is great for a beginner who hasn’t tackled knitting in the round yet because it is worked flat and seamed.

Book Giveaway!

If you are familiar with Debbie Bliss’ body of work you know I have only just scratched the surface.

We want to know what you love about her. Which book is your favorite? Don’t limit yourself to the ones I’ve highlighted, you can see them all here.

Leave a comment on this blog post telling us your favorite Debbie Bliss book (or yarn, or both!). We’ll randomly select 10 comments to each receive a free Debbie Bliss book!

(US Residents only. Void where prohibited.)

Winners will be selected on Wednesday, March 20.

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Vogue Knitting Live Fashion Show–Noro & Debbie Bliss

February 10, 2013 in Debbie Bliss, Noro

Vogue Knitting Live in New York City in January included not only great classes with awesome teachers, but a fashion show.

Both an informal one as a result of the attendees wearing garments they had knit or crocheted and a formal one complete with catwalk.

Many beautiful garments were given their moment in the spotlight.

As you can imagine, we were especially excited to see Noro and Debbie Bliss patterns come sashaying down the runway.

Our friends at Vogue Knitting shared some of the official pictures with us. If you attended VK Live in NYC you can reminisce. If you’re planning to attend the Seattle or Chicago session this should whet your appetite. And if attending isn’t on your calendar you can still enjoy gazing at the pretty pictures!

Crochet Noro

This is the “Shades of Blue Shawl” from the Crochet Noro book. It is crocheted using Noro Taiyo Sock yarn, a 50% Cotton, 17% Wool, 17% Nylon, 16% Silk blend. Of course, it’s available in more colors than blue so you can make a shawl that fits your wardrobe.

This is the “Beaded Lace Shawl” also from the Crochet Noro book. It is crocheted using Noro Silk Garden Sock yarn, a 40% Wool, 25% Silk, 25% Nylon, 10% Mohair blend.

You can preview more patterns from the Crochet Noro book here and here.

Noro Magazine

This Pompom cape is knit using Noro Karuta yarn. This 40% Silk, 30% Cotton, 30% Wool blend is available in 8 colors, including a lovely green that would be suitable for the Pantone Color of the Year Emerald.

This cozy Collared Coat is knit using Noro Nadeshiko yarn. This chunky yarn is a 40% Angora, 39% Wool, 21% Silk blend available in 13 colors. A warm coat like this will be useful in the recent cold weather!

This Cropped Jacket was one of the most popular patterns in the premier issue of Noro Magazine. Shortrows are used to accomplish the shaping, making this cardigan as fun to knit as it will be to wear. Two shades of Noro Silk Garden Sock are used to create the stripes.

This Striped Shrug was another popular pattern. This easy pattern is a big oval with armholes, but shaping allows it to fall into place when worn. Two colors of Noro Silk Garden Lite are used for the stripes.

You can preview the rest of the magazine here and read about my top picks from it here.

Knit Noro

Although the “Knit Noro” book has been available for a few years now people still return to it for project ideas. This beautiful Fair Isle Cardigan is a perfect example of why. Knit using Noro Silk Garden Sock, you can get a different look depending on the colorways you select.

The Knit Noro book is full of garments and accessories that range from easy to challenging. You can preview the rest of them here.

Debbie Bliss

While Debbie Bliss the designer taught a few classes at Vogue Knitting Live, Debbie Bliss the patterns got a chance to shine as well.

This cozy, cabled turtle neck sweater is from the Fall/Winter 2012 issue of Debbie Bliss Magazine. It is knit using Debbie Bliss Paloma yarn, This chunky 60% Baby Alpaca, 40% Merino Wool blend is available in 24 colors, 8 of which are new this season. This soft yarn works up into garments that are great for cuddling by the fire.

Look at the swing on that shawl! The Snowflake shawl is knit using two balls of the yummy new Debbie Bliss Rialto Lace yarn. This 100% ExtraFine Merino Wool is available in 20 colors so don’t feel confined to a white shawl. And don’t forget the color #8-Red is an official Stitch Red product. You can read more about our participation in this heart health project in this blog post.

This Ribbed Sleeved Dress is in the new Debbie Bliss Winter Garden book. I bet it would look just as nice over jeans or slacks as it does with this skirt.

Winter Garden yarn is a bulky 30% Merino wool, 30% Baby Liama, 20% Linen, 20% Silk blend available in eight colors. This soft, warm yarn is great for garments and accessories. You can see more project ideas here.

There were many more garments on display during the fashion show, but this post is getting pretty long as it is!

I’ll leave you with a video clip of the Noro section of the show. It’s fun to see the garments in action.

Tags: Debbie Bliss, magazines, Noro, Vogue Knitting Live
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Spring 2013 Preview–Araucania & Debbie Bliss

February 5, 2013 in Araucania, Debbie Bliss, Jenny Watson, Mirasol

The winter trade show for The National Needle Arts Association (TNNA) took place in California from Feb 2 through Feb 4, 2013.

New Araucania Yarns patterns for 2013

This is an event for yarn industry professionals to meet and see what new products will be available for the coming season. Yarn distributors like Knitting Fever set up booths and yarn store owners can come meet us and see our offerings in person.

You know how going to a yarn store is much more fun than yarn shopping online? It’s sort of like that for the yarn store owners. They also get the chance to see more yarns and sample projects than our sales reps out in the field can usually show them in one meeting.

We took some pictures of our booth, so I’m going to give you a sneak peek, too! Some of the stuff I’m going to show you is already in stores. Some of it might not be available until later in the month, or even a few months from now.

Araucania Yarns

The picture above is from the Araucania Yarns section of the booth. Isn’t it lovely (if a little fuzzy. We blame the yarn fumes.)

Free pattern on our website

The green shrug at the top left of the picture is the A2003 Calbuco Lace Shoulder Wrap, which is a free pattern on our website.

Calbuco is a new, non-wool yarn for the spring. This 84% Cotton, 16% Polyamide blend has approximately 460 yards per 100g hank. It is available in 8 hand dyed colors, which you can see here.

Free pattern on our website

The multicolored lavender top in the bottom right is the A2004 Antihue Top, which is also a free pattern on our website.

Antihue is another new, non-wool yarn for spring. This 52% Cotton, 48% Viscose blend has approximately 250 yards per 100g hank. It is available in 8 happy, hand dyed colors, which you can see here.

Both designs are by Jenny Watson. She has created several new, free patterns for both Araucania and our KFI Luxury Yarns line.

Araucania has several other new yarns, and new colors of existing yarns, arriving in store for spring and summer knitting and crocheting projects. You can explore the others in the Araucania section of our main website.

Debbie Bliss

New Debbie Bliss spring 2013

This is a picture of part of the Debbie Bliss section of our booth.

The colorful sweaters on the left are from Debbie’s new Luxury Silk DK book.

And, of course, a Luxury Silk DK book means there is a Luxury Silk DK yarn. I’ll give that idea (silk yarn!) a chance to sink in.

Luxury Silk DK is a 100% Silk yarn that has approximately 110 yards per 50g. It is available in 20 coordinating colors. 14 of them are solids while the remaining six are self-striping.

Imagine the possibilities! Actually, you don’t have to if you don’t want to since Debbie already has.

Romana from Debbie Bliss Luxury Silk DK book

The pink striped top at the top of the picture is Romana, which is knit entirely in the self-striping color #45.–Fruit Salad.

Donata from Debbie Bliss Luxury Silk DK Book

The blue raglan is Donata. The version in the book is knit using colors #6-Jade and #41-Ocean. But there is nothing stopping you from selecting a different color combination!

Yarn Fumes

No, Jeff, socks go on your feet!

Jet lag and yarn fumes can be a powerful combination that can lead people to do silly things.

Case in point, our operations manager Jeff got confused and put socks on his hands while the booth was being unpacked!

They are knit using the new Mirasol Hachito yarn, a 80% Superwash Merino Wool, 20% Nylon blend with approximately 192 yards per 50g. With a suggested gauge of 7.5 sts per inch, this yarn will be great for socks, mittens, or lightweight sweaters. It is available in 10 variegated colors and is in stores now.

New Mirasol pattern using Hichito yarn

The wrap Jeff is wearing is also made using Hachito. As you can see, it will fit a wide variety of sizes.

Now it’s time to get back to those winter works in progress! It may not feel like it, but the warm weather is around the corner and we need to clear our needles in preparation.

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Marvelous Mohair

November 2, 2012 in Debbie Bliss, Louisa Harding, Queensland Collection, shawl, Sweaters

Mohair yarn comes from the fiber of angora goats. (Not to be confused with angora yarn, which comes from angora rabbits.)

Some knitters and crocheters shy away from mohair because it’s hairy appearance makes them think it will be itchy.

I want to encourage you to not be afraid! Mohair, especially kid mohair, can be very soft and cuddly.

If I’m not sure about a yarn I hold it against the inside of my elbow or against my neck to see how I’ll react. The skin in those areas is fairly sensitive so I know if I’m ok there I’ll be able to make a sweater.

Mohair is on my mind because Wild Purls, a yarn store in Montana, keeps posting pictures of their pretty display of Debbie Bliss Angel yarn on their Facebook page.

Debbie Bliss Angel display at Wild Purls

Isn’t that just beautiful? It’s like a calorie free layer cake!

You can see they have both the original Angel yarn and the Angel print yarn there around the bottom layer.

What could you do with all that pretty 76% Super Kid Mohair, 24% Silk blend yarn? Well, let me give you some ideas.

Debbie Bliss Angel

These pretty mittens are in the Angel book.

These pretty mittens from the Angel book take just one ball of Angel yarn.

Small projects like these allow us to indulge in luxurious yarn. The three yarns in the Angel family (Angel, Angel Print, and Party Angel) come in 220 yard balls, so it’s easy to make a one skein project.

The Angel book also has sweaters and shawls.

There are also projects using Angel yarn in the last few issues of Debbie Bliss magazine.

The Striped Stole uses Angel and Bella yarns

This Striped Stole is from the Spring/Summer 2012 issue and uses both Angel and Bella yarn.

Queensland Collection

Caracara yarn from Queensland Collection is a 50% Acrylic, 30% Nylon. 20% Kid Mohair blend. It is more affordable than the Angel yarn, but still soft and fluffy.

You might remember that I made a Scaruffle using this yarn in the spring.

Make it with or without the rosettes.

There are 10 new colors of Caracara this season. To go along with them we’ve release two free patterns using this yarn.

The free pattern for this simple ribbed shawl uses six balls of Caracara.

If a shawl is too much of a time commitment right now, there is also a free scarf pattern that uses two balls, but still has the pretty rosettes on the ends.

Luxury Mohair

Another yarn to tempt you is our Luxury Mohair, which is a 75% Kid Mohair, 25% Silk blend. It is available in eight colors and has a generous 273 yards per hank.

The edging on this shawl is amazing.

This beautiful shawl is in the Luxury Collection book and uses six balls of Luxury Mohair.

Isn’t the edging just stunning?

Louisa Harding Simonetta

While we’re on the topic of stunning, let’s not forget Simonetta yarn from Louisa Harding.

Warbler is from the new Sorella book.

There are eight new colors of this 60% Nylon, 26% Kid Mohair, 14% Metallic Polyester blend that has 264 yards per ball.

You can probably still find copies of the Simonetta book at your local yarn store.

The new Sorella book has patterns that use Simonetta and a variety of Louisa’s other yarns.

The Warbler sweater shown here uses Simonetta and Grace Wool & Silk in coordinating colors. Think of the possibilities in color combinations!

Araucania Yelcho

The final yarn I’ll highlight is Yelcho from Araucania.

There are three new colors of this 60% Wool, 20% Kid Mohair, 10% Silk, 10% Nylon blend. It is a bit thicker than some of the other yarns I’ve mentioned, but still has 275 yards per hank.

This cozy dress is crocheted.

This fabulous crocheted dress is a free pattern on our website.

It is worked flat from the bottom up and seamed. An experienced crocheter who doesn’t want to commit to an entire dress could probably figure out where to start the pattern to make a pullover or tunic length garment instead.

This dress has a fabulous cabled edging on the hem, cuffs, and collar.

Go See For Yourself

I hope I’ve given you an idea of the range of projects you can make using mohair yarns.

This post just scratches the surface of the mohair blend yarns we have available. You can see more yarns and get project ideas on our website.

You should head down to your local yarn store so you can pet some of these yarns in person and get a better idea for how soft they are.

Where do you fall on the mohair spectrum? Do you love it or shy away?

Tags: mohair, shawl, sweater
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Knit Simple Holiday 2012

September 20, 2012 in Debbie Bliss, Noro, Socks, Sweaters

The Holiday 2012 issue of Knit Simple magazineis hitting store shelves October 2.

Knit Simple Holiday 2012, photographs by Paul Amato for LVARepresents.com; Rose Callahan; Jack Deutsch and Marcus Tullis

As you would expect, it is full of great projects to make for yourself or your loved ones.

Two patterns feature our yarns and are just charming!

Knit Simple Holiday 2012, photographs by Paul Amato for LVARepresents.com; Rose Callahan; Jack Deutsch and Marcus Tullis

Striped Pullovers

Designer: Debbie Bliss

For sizes: 3-6 (6-9, 9-12, 12-18, 18-24) months

Yarn Information: Debbie Bliss/KFI Eco Baby

Amounts: Boy’s version: 2 (2, 3, 3, 4) balls in #05 aqua; 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) balls in #06 apple

Girl’s version: 2 (2, 3, 3, 4) balls in #13 coral; 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) balls in #11 pale pink

Debbie Bliss designed these cute sweaters using her Eco Baby yarn. (Where does she find the time?)

There are six new colors of this 100% Organic Cotton yarn. You’ll be able to mix and match to create just the right look for the young one in your life.

Knit Simple Holiday 2012, photographs by Paul Amato for LVARepresents.com; Rose Callahan; Jack Deutsch and Marcus Tullis

Lace Cuff Socks

Designer: Karen Baumer

For sizes: Adult Woman

Yarn Information: Noro/KFI Silk Garden Sock

Amounts: 1 skein in #252 black/green/blue

These great socks were designed by Karen Baumer using Noro Silk Garden Sock yarn. The cuff really makes these socks stand out.

The Noro colors will be a great way to bright up a drab winter day, too.

Preview the rest of the magazine on the Knit Simple website.

Look for the magazine, and supplies, at your local yarn store.

Do you knit and crochet a lot of holiday gifts?

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Fisherman’s Sweaters

September 17, 2012 in Debbie Bliss, Inspiration, Juniper Moon Farm Yarns, Mirasol, Noro, Queensland Collection, Sweaters, Viking of Norway

The fashion update in Friday’s Wall Street Journal was about Fisherman’s Sweaters being a big trend this fall. (You should be able to read the article here as a free preview.)

It’s nice to see the fashion industry catching up with what us knitters have known all along. Namely that these sweaters are visually stunning, cozy to wear, and a ton of fun to make.

The article gives a nice, brief introduction to the history of these beautiful cabled sweaters, but as knitters also know all that already.

That just means we can skip straight to the good stuff of inspiring patterns that we can knit and continue to wear proudly after fickle fashion has moved on to less appealing garments.

Viking of Norway

Cabled Sweater from Viking of Norway book #1103

This beautiful tunic length turtle neck is from the Viking of Norway book #1103 (Balder, Naturgan, Alpaca Superfine). Turtlenecks were mentioned frequently in the WSJ article.

This sweater is knit using Balder, a chunky, 100% wool yarn available in 31 solid and variegated colors. You can see them all here.

Debbie Bliss

Cable Paneled Sweater from Debbie Bliss Blue Faced Leicester book

With her classic styling of course Debbie Bliss would have a pattern (or two!) to fit the bill.

This stunning Cable Paneled Sweater is just one of four in her new Blue Faced Leicester book that will keep you both warm and stylish.

There is also a cabled scarf and shoulder capelet if you want to bring in the elements of the Fisherman’s Sweater trend without knitting an entire sweater.

This book supports Debbie’s new Blue Faced Leicester yarn, which is available in 16 colors.

Blue Faced Leicester sheep are a traditional British breed whose wool has a long staple length, which creates yarn with luster and drape. You really need to see and feel this beautiful new yarn in person to really appreciate it.

Mirasol

Inka from Mirasol Book #29

Inka is another beautiful cabled turtleneck, this time from the Mirasol line. This is one of four cabled sweaters Jane Ellison designed for the new Book #29 (Api & Hasa). Another pullover and two cardigans round out the cabled entries, along with simpler sweaters and some accessories.

Inka is knit using Hasa, a 50% Alpaca 40% Wool 10% Silk blend available in 12 colors.

Not only are the cables on this sweater a lovely combination of a braid and honeycomb, but I love the generous collar. Great for keeping the wind out!

Juniper Moon Farm

Sideways Cabled Cardigan from Juniper Moon Farm Willa book

If being traditional isn’t your style, then turn the cabled trend on its side with this cardigan from the Juniper Moon Farm Willa book. This cardigan is finished with a zipper so no need to worry about knitting button holes.

This sweater is destined to become one of your favorites since Willa is a soft, chunky 60% Merino Wool, 40% SuperKid Mohair blend that will make it a joy to knit and wear. See all the 12 colors here and start plotting your own.

Queensland Collection

Cable Panel Vest from Queensland Collection #1001 pamphlet

For people in warmer climates (or age ranges, haha) who are getting warm just looking at all these long sleeved sweaters, I haven’t forgotten you!

This pretty cabled vest is from the Queensland Collection pamphlet #1001-Sweet Pea Multi.

Sweet Pea is a soft, 100% Organic Pima cotton yarn available in 20 colors both solid and multi.

Noro

Child's Cabled Vest from Noro Volume #32

And don’t forget the young ones in your life. This Child’s Cabled Vest is from Noro Volume #32. Children’s garments are a great way to practice new techniques because their small size means they work up quickly, but take long enough to let you really practice.

This booklet also has a great unisex cabled pullover pattern for adults.

This vest is knit using Kureyon, a hard wearing 100% wool yarn. Check out the eight new colors for the fall.

More to Explore

I have only scratched the surface of all the cabled sweater patterns available from our various yarn lines.

There are plenty more to inspire you for men, women, and children. You can preview more of them here.

Then head out to your local yarn store for even more inspiration and supplies. If you haven’t tried cables yet, I’m sure the staff at your local yarn store will be happy to arrange a lesson for you.

Tags: Aran Sweaters, cables, Fisherman's Sweaters
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Interweave Knits Holiday Gifts 2012

August 22, 2012 in Debbie Bliss, Mitts

As much as we all love summer you have to admit the fall is pretty awesome because it makes you want to get out your hooks or needles and yarn again.

Soon you’ll be able to wear lots of warm and cuddly hand made stuff again!

Another reason it’s awesome is because the new issues of all our favorite magazines hit the shelves providing eye candy and inspiration.

Nathan Rega of Harper Point Photography

When we received the photos of these adorable baby mittens that are in the Holiday Gifts 2012 issue of Interweave Knits magazine first we swooned, then we agreed we wanted to cast on right then even though it was 90 degrees, humid, and there weren’t any babies in the area.

The pattern is the Imagine Mittens by Cambria Washington. All version use Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Baby yarn.

This 55% Merino Wool, 33% Microfiber Acrylic, 12% Cashmere blend yarn has 14 new colors for the fall, so your Imagine Mittens options are really only limited by your imagination. haha.

Nathan Rega of Harper Point Photography

Of course the versions in the magazine are so adorable you will probably be happily busy with them for a while before you need to branch out on your own.

Look at all the fun details! Your local yarn store probably has a good button collection to dress up your version.

Nathan Rega of Harper Point Photography

Yarn requirements for the various versions:

Picnic Blanket Mittens: #340032 sky and #340100 white, 1 ball each; #340300 black, 1 yd. Alternate version: #340700 ruby , #340100 white, and #340300 black.

Ladybug Mittens: #340006 candy pink and #340002 apple, 1 ball each; #340700 ruby and #340062 gold, 2 yd each. Alternate version: #340204 aquamarine and #340002 apple.

Traffic Mittens: #340040 leaf, #340009 slate, #340300 black, and #340204 aquamarine, 1 ball each; #340062 gold, 1 yd. Alternate version: #340040 leaf, #340300 black, and #340204 aquamarine, 1 ball each; #340009 slate and #340100 white, 1 yd each.

The issue is supposed to hit stores on September 4. Plenty of time to dream up other color combinations before it’s time to cast on.

Tags: children, magazines
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In Vogue Knitting 30th Anniversary Issue

August 19, 2012 in Debbie Bliss, Gloves, Sweaters

We’re excited to have two patterns featuring Debbie Bliss yarns in the 30th Anniversary issue of Vogue Knitting magazine.

The Fall 2012 issue goes on sale September 4 and promises to be as needle tempting as ever.

Mitts using Cashmerino Baby and a sweater in the new Angel Print yarn are sure to have you tossing any current works in progress aside.

Isn't the cover beautiful?

We’re excited to have our yarns featured in two patterns in the issue.

Vogue Knitting Fall 2012, photo by Rose Callahan

The first is this fabulous pair of fingerless mitts designed by Debbie Bliss.

Don’t you just love all the rich texture provided by the cables and the bobbles?

Sized for an adult woman, they take two balls of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Baby yarn.

The pair in the magazine are worked in color #72-Kingfisher, which is one of 14 new colors for the fall.

Cashmerino Baby is a wonderfully soft 55% Merino Wool, 33% Microfiber Acrylic, 12% Cashmere blend yarn with approximately 137 yards per 50g.

Learn more about them in the “Ode to the Aran” section of the VK 360 preview.

Vogue Knitting Fall 2012, photo by Paul Amato for LVARepresents.com

The second pattern is this enchanting Batwing Top designed by Nell Bliss and Teresa Conway (Conway + Bliss).

This deceptively simple top is knit cuff-to-cuff in stockinette stitch so even a beginner knitter can tackle it.

The yarn does all the work to create the complicated looking stripes.

Sized for Small/Medium, Large/X-Large, XX-Large the sweater uses 4 (5, 5) balls of the new yarn “Angel Print” in #08 Chagall (purples and pinks).

Angel Print is a multicolor addition to the family that already includes the original Angel and Party Angel, which has Metallic Polyester fibers for extra glamor. This new 76% SuperKid Mohair, 24% Silk blend with approximately 220 yards per 25g is arriving on store shelves with 12 colorways.

By the way, there are eight new colors of the original Angel for the fall and one new color of Party Angel.

Learn more about the Batwing Top in the “Glamour Gallery” section of VK 360.

Look for the magazine and yarns at your local yarn store.

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