The winter issue of knitscene was just released, and it does not disappoint! There are some really exceptional sweaters, running from classic cables to subtle but excellent applications of color. We’re lucky to have one of The Fibre Co. yarns, Cumbria Fingering in the issue, in the Snowflake Cowl by featured designer Jesie Ostermiller. From the issue:“When…
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Designer Feature: Heliconia Wrap by Noriko Ho
In the last week, we have experienced snow, 30 mph winds, 70 degree sunny days, and pouring rain. All this crazy weather can only mean one thing: spring is here! It also means magazine publishers are releasing their spring and summer issues, chock full of lovely, lightweight, lacy knitting and crochet to meet your warm-weather needs. …
Knitscene Fall 2015: Argentan Pullover by Leah McGlone
The latest issue of Knitscene just arrived on our doorstep and it features my first editorial design, the Argentan Pullover! I’ve always been drawn to simple yet effective, design elements and Argentan is one of my favorite designs thus far! The lines of brioche and baby cables create a vertical stripe to emphasize the split hem…
Knitscene Accessories 2013
The online issue of Knitscene Accessories 2013 just came out and we couldn’t be more excited about it. With two gorgeous projects, the Transistor Hat by Ann McDonald Kelly and the Rukkilill Mitts by Kate Gagnon Osborn, we’ll be ready for those brisk morning walks. The Transistor Hat by Ann McDonald Kelly features Road to China in Garnet, Riverstone and Ruby….
Knitscene Winter 2012: Imbolc Pullover by Josie Mercier
The latest issue of Knitscene, Winter 2012, is about to hit news stands, and this issue combines both style and technique to tcreate 22 unique, interesting and beautiful designs. The Imbolc Pullover by Josie Mercier, designed using Road to China Light in autumn jasper, features beautiful lace inserts set into the side of the fitted…
Knitscene Fall 2012: Inlay Beret by Heidi Todd Kozar
The preview of Fall Knitscene went live on Friday, and yet again (broken record, much?) it is a great issue! One of Kate and Courtney’s favorites, Canopy Fingering is featured in this latest issue in a really interesting beret design by Heidi Todd Kozar. A slightly slouchy beret featuring a wide Celtic knot color work…
Knitscene Accessories: Mountain Nettle Shawl by Emma Welford
The special issue of Knitscene Accessories was recently published and it is packed with hats, scarves, cowls, shawls, socks, mittens + handwarmers with a broad range of appeal and style. Many many projects in the issue are winners, guaranteeing the issue will be successful and well loved by knitters for years to come. The Mountain…
Knitscene Summer 2012: Breezeway Cardigan
The Summer issue of Knitscene hits newsstands next week, and this issue features a wide selection of lovely summery projects featuring lace, drape and interesting texture. The Breezeway Cardigan, designed by Amy Gunderson, is a unique and beautiful short sleeved cardigan knit out of Savannah in bluegrass that features ruched sleeves and patch pockets, stockinette…
Knitscene, Spring 2012: stripes!
The new Knitscene is out and we’re pleased to share this mini-collection of four designs featuring stripes with you! Born from the question “if you could knit your most perfect garment and accessory for a day out in Philadelphia, what would they be?” the designs are meant to be classic pieces that you turn to…
Knitscene Winter 2011: Ileana Pullover by Romi Hill
The new Winter 2011 issue of Knitscene is out, and, yet again, it is a winner! (Is it us, or does each issue just get better than the last?) The cover sweater is the beautiful Ileana Pullover {web link} {rav link} by Romi Hill {web link}. Knit out of Road to China Worsted in a…
Knitscene Fall 2011: Cooke Cardigan by Amy Herzog
The Fall issue of Knitscene recently hit the newsstands and this issue is absolutely packed with a wide variety of really beautiful sweaters and accessories. Amy Herzog, well known for her wonderfully successful “Fit to Flatter” series of Workshops and Online Tutorials, is featured in the issue’s Designer Profile. If you ever have an opportunity…
Knitscene Summer 2011: Starboard Cape
The brand new Knitscene Summer preview went live the other day and Courtney has a really cute design in the issue featuring Canopy Fingering in Macaw. The Starboard Cape is knit from side to side on a larger-than-typical needle to create a little capelet with a lot of drape and shaping. The pattern is written…
Finished Project: Gretel Hat
Kate recently finished a second version of her design in the latest Knitscene, the Setesdal Love Hat (rav link) (web link). For this version, she went with a bluey/green palette of Canopy Fingering, and used Palm Bud (pale blue) for the main color and Chiclet Tree (chartreuse) and Quetzal (peacock blue) for the contrast colors….
Knitscene Winter/Spring 2011
Not to sound like a broken record, but we like working with Lisa Shroyer at Knitscene. A lot. Every new issue that features one of our designs brings the same excitement, anticipation, (and yes, a little bit of nervousness) as the first! (The Tempest Beret (rav link) published in Winter/Spring 2009 – you can read…
Conifer Shawl now Available online!
Kate is thrilled at the popularity of her Conifer Shawl design knit in Canopy Worsted, published in the Winter/Spring 2010 Knitscene. (You can read more about the design here). The issue is packed with some really beautiful designs and quickly sold out after it was published. Since then, we have received many emails from people…
Knitscene Fall 2010 – the final project!
And as promised, the final project we are delighted to share with you from the Fall 2010 issue of Knitscene! Who Me? Cardigan. Photograph by Joe Coca © Knitscene Courtney’s design, which features a longer body length, pockets, all over wide ribbing and a sailor-style collar, was inspired by a cardigan she found in a…
Knitscene Fall 2010 – continued!
As we mentioned in yesterday’s post, besides the gorgeous sweater designed by Hannah Fettig in Organik, both Kate and Courtney have designs in the 5th Anniversary issue of Knitscene that feature the Fibre Company yarns. Oscilloscope Shawl. Photograph by Joe Coca + © Knitscene Kate’s design, the Oscilloscope Shawl, named after the sawtooth waves made…
Knitscene Fall 2010!
As always, when we were presented with the opportunity to work with Lisa Shroyer for the Fall 2010 issue of Knitscene, we jumped at the chance! The 5th anniversary issue is packed with a wide variety of projects covering a broad spectrum of techniques, styles and yarns. One of the unique and interesting aspects of…
Knitscene Winter Spring 2010 – Conifer Shawl
Although we’re a little late to the show (can you tell March is “catch-up” month?), we’re really happy to announce Kate’s newest published pattern in Knitscene, the Conifer Shawl (rav link). The inspiration for this shawl came when Kate was on vacation with her family in Maine. Every summer, they leave the hot, humid city…
Hollywood Herringbone Sweater
Some of you may have found a sneak peek of my new design for Knitscene Magazine featured in Knitting Daily at the beginning of the month in your inbox. The full preview for the issue is now up on Knitscene.com, and the magazine is now available in your local yarn shops! The Hollywood Herringbone uses…
Knitscene Winter 2008/Spring 2009
We were delighted when Lisa Shroyer approached us about including an article in the Winter 2008/Spring 2009 Knitscene Magazine on Kelbourne Woolens and the Fibre Company distributorship. It was a delight to work with Lisa and we are so happy with how the article came out! It is a wonderful insight into Kelbourne Woolens and…