Like any sane human, I love autumn. I look forward to nothing more than the humid heat of summer to be over so I can enjoy cool days, apple picking, gorgeous foliage, wooly sweaters, and…Rhinebeck! We’re headed up to the NYS Sheep and Wool festival in a few weeks, so I thought it would be fun…
Tag: Knightsbridge
Designer Feature: Abram by Pamela Wynne
We have been anxiously anticipating the release of Handsome: Man Sweaters for Every Body since getting a sneak peek a bit ago, and now that the full collection is out, we’re excited all over again! At its core, the collection is six designs (Abram, Elliot, Jerry, Kale, Robert, Rushaan), but it is also so much…
Summer of Basics: Pattern Ideas
While perusing the back catalog of Kelbourne Woolens patterns when deciding what to make for the Summer of Basics, I was reminded that we have a hefty collection of designs that would make great wardrobe staples. If you’re as excited about the Summer of Basics as we are, but (like me) have changed your mind…
Finished Projects: Ronin’s Hedgehog
My son Ronin turned 7 last month and he LOVES stuffed animals. (Note image at the bottom of the post!) Wanting to make him a new toy, I searched on Ravelry and found this adorable Narwhal pattern. I grabbed a skein of the softest yarn in The Fibre Co. line, Knightsbridge from the office and set to work!…
Guest Post: Mari Chiba
If you follow Kelbourne Woolens on Instagram, you may already know that both Kate and Courtney are expecting new additions to their families and will be taking some time off. In the interim, we’ve lined up some of our talented friends to start a new series of guest posts so that our readers can still…
Twist Collective / Bay Laurel
In the Winter 2016 issue of Twist Collective you can find Rebecca Blair’s Bay Laurel, an allover lace pullover knit in The Fibre Co. Knightsbridge. The pullover features elegant details like v-shaping around the neck and lovely set-in sleeves. Knit in Knightsbridge, it is sure to be soft and warm, perfect for winter. SPECIFICATIONSYarn: The…
KW Swatch Experiment Data: Knightsbridge
It’s time for our next data post in the #kwswatchexperiment: Knightsbridge! For the Knightsbridge swatch, we asked knitters to cast on 24 stitches using US 6 (4 mm) needles and work in stockinette stitch with a 2 stitch garter edge on either side. The needle size given in the swatch instructions was pulled from Carrie…
Vogue Holiday 2016 / #19 Cabled Yoke Cardigan by Kristen TenDyke
The Holiday 2016 Vogue Knitting hit newsstands this week, and prolific designer Kristen TenDyke has a gorgeous sweater, #19 Cabled Yoke Cardigan, featured in the issue designed using The Fibre Co. Knightsbridge. Part of the “House of Cardis” story, Vogue takes the timeless cardigan and updates it with modern yarns, construction, and patterning. The styling…
An interview with: Lori Versaci of VersaciKNITS
As mentioned previously, Lori Versaci came out with a gorgeous six piece sweater collection, Sisterhood, featuring The Fibre Co. yarns. We have had the pleasure of hanging out with Lori on numerous occasions, and I am always inspired by her stories and philosophy on knitting. I thought it would be really wonderful to interview her about…
Vogue Knitting Early Fall 2016 / Modern Chullo by Kate Gagnon Osborn
The preview for the Early Fall 2016 Vogue Magazine came out, and I designed a hat for the “Chullo Challenge” story. The idea was to do a riff on the Andean Chullo hat. When researching the traditional accessory, I was most drawn both to the use of multiple colors and geometric motifs. My intention was…
Interweave Knits Winter 2016: MacGowan Pullover by Quenna Lee
Quenna Lee has done it again (you can see other gorgeous designs of her in The Fibre Co. yarns here, here, and here), and her MacGowan Pullover in the latest Interweave Knits in The Fibre Co. Knightsbridge is stunning! SPECIFICATIONS• Finished Size 33 (34½, 37¾, 41, 44¼, 49, 52¼)” bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 34½”, modeled with…
Swatching: Jim Vest by Straker Classics
SPECIFICATIONS Pattern: Jim Vest by Penny Straker Recommended Needles: US 3 (3.25 mm) and US 5 (3.75 mm) Gauges: 24 sts + 32 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in St st on larger needles / 27 sts + 32 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in St st and Tree of Life Panel on larger needles SWATCH Yarn:…
Knitter Projects: Cozy Cables
We are in love with Michele Wang’s Rowe cardigan knit by Knittywood. All of those beautiful swirling cables look so warm, inviting, and interesting to knit. With full sweater fronts, deep ribbed collar, allover cables, and long length, this sweater truly is the epitome of cozy. And it is gorgeous knit up in Knightsbridge in the color Winesteeple. Such lovely care and…
Knitter Projects: Traveller Tunic
Liz from Stash Local in Corvallis, OR knit this incredible Traveller Tunic out of Knightsbridge in the color Concordia! Such a great fall layering piece that works for the office and for dinner out with friends. This is definitely a wardrobe staple. Lovely work Liz! Thanks for sharing! Do you have a project made…
Knightsbridge Collection Feature / Teegan: When our friends make our stuff
For the next couple of weeks we’ll be profiling the designers featured in the Knightsbridge Collection with some insight into their process, tips + tricks about their garment or accessory, fun interviews, and other little tid-bits. We hope you enjoy getting to know the Kelbourne Woolens team and contributing designers. To view the full pattern line, check…
Knightsbridge Collection Feature / Hawkes: evolution of a design
For the next couple of weeks we’ll be profiling the designers featured in the Knightsbridge Collection with some insight into their process, tips + tricks about their garment or accessory, fun interviews, and other little tid-bits. We hope you enjoy getting to know the Kelbourne Woolens team and contributing designers. To view the full pattern line, check…
Knightsbridge Collection Feature / Barnaby: A day in the Life
For the next couple of weeks we’ll be profiling the designers featured in the Knightsbridge Collection with some insight into their process, tips + tricks about their garment or accessory, fun interviews, and other little tid-bits. We hope you enjoy getting to know the Kelbourne Woolens team and contributing designers. To view the full pattern line, check…
Knightsbridge Collection Feature / Maeve: Evolution of a cable
For the next couple of weeks we’ll be profiling the designers featured in the Knightsbridge Collection with some insight into their process, tips + tricks about their garment or accessory, fun interviews, and other little tid-bits. We hope you enjoy getting to know the Kelbourne Woolens team and contributing designers. To view the full pattern line, check…
Knightsbridge Collection Feature / Tilly: Life as a Design Student
For the next couple of weeks we’ll be profiling the designers featured in the Knightsbridge Collection with some insight into their process, tips + tricks about their garment or accessory, fun interviews, and other little tid-bits. We hope you enjoy getting to know the Kelbourne Woolens team and contributing designers. To view the full pattern line, check…
Knightsbridge Collection Feature / Humphrey
For the next couple of weeks we’ll be profiling the designers featured in the Knightsbridge Collection with some insight into their process, tips + tricks about their garment or accessory, fun interviews, and other little tid-bits. We hope you enjoy getting to know the Kelbourne Woolens team and contributing designers. To view the full pattern line,…
New Free Pattern: Ridgeline Mitts
Today, a new pattern for you, the Ridgeline fingerless mitts. Originally designed as part of the always-awesome Sample It at TNNA, we’re happy to finally release the pattern to the public! Specifically created to feature just one skein of Knightsbridge, these simple handwarmers are a wonderful introduction to the new yarn. For more information on the…
Introducing: Knightsbridge!
You might recall the photoshoot sneak peeks in March on instagram or the #kwstyleit challenge at TNNA where we previewed our latest yarn and some of our latest designs for the upcoming fall season. the time has come to finally share it with you all: we’re excited to announce the re-working and reintroduction one of…