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Year of Gifts: Delphinium Beret

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on October 20, 2020

The October Year of Gifts is here! The Delphinium Beret is a jaunty little cap designed in Kelbourne Woolens Andorra. Worked in the round from the bottom up, it begins with a K1, P1 ribbing, then integrated increases shape the body of the hat. After working the body in a lace repeat, integrated decreases shape…

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Lily of the Valley Shawl by Courtney Kelley in Kelbourne Woolens Perennial

Year of Gifts: Lily of the Valley Shawl

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on August 25, 2020August 26, 2020

The August Year of Gifts is here! For August, Courtney designed one of her favorite accessories: a lace shawlette. The Lily of the Valley Shawl is the perfect accessory to knit again and again, and the easy to memorize pattern is great for a beginner looking to build upon their lace knitting skills. The cute…

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Harper Socks by Jennifer Burke

An Interview With: Jennifer Burke

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on April 28, 2020May 28, 2020

In conjunction with the release of the Sweet Pea Socks for the April installment of the Year of Gifts, I thought it would be fun to interview the designer, Jennifer Burke. We have been friends with Jen for well over a decade, and are delighted to have her as one of our featured contributors this…

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Year of Hats: November Hat

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on November 19, 2019April 7, 2020

I haven’t been able to walk the dogs without a hat to keep my ears cosy, which is how I know fall has officially arrived in Philadelphia. Hats – arguably one of the most useful fall accessories – are perfect for fall knitting, wearing, and gifting! The November Hat by Meghan Kelly is a cute…

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The Knitter: Florin by Meghan Kelly

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on October 28, 2019February 25, 2020

The Knitter #142 was released this month, and the issue includes a lovely feature on Meghan Kelly, and an original design by her, Florin, a sporty and feminine pullover in Scout! From the issue: Perfect for autumnal days, this cosy sweater by Meghan Kelly has an understated elegance. Subtle details include an eyelet pattern on…

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Chinese American female wearing the oversized, lace Sawyer turtleneck sweater in oatmeal heather.

Scout Collection: Sawyer

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on April 5, 2018December 21, 2018

When we released the Luma Collection last year, we had no idea how incredibly popular the Stone Point poncho was going to be. You never know when a pattern is going to “hit,” and this one hit hard! We sold so many copies of this poncho, and it was so awesome to hear from knitters and shop owners about how much…

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Blonde woman wearing Evangelina, a pale gray and purple lace shawl in Andorra

Andorra Collection: Evangelina Shawl

By Meghan Kelly on January 16, 2018October 8, 2020

I love traditional triangle shawls. I love that they have a dual nature; they are both contemporary and historical, functional but also a little frivolous, completely approachable while also a challenge. Evangelina was inspired by a stitch I found in a vintage knitting and needlecraft book my mother-in-law gave me. She used the book herself…

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Close up back view of blonde woman wearing Jenny, a feminine bohus yoke pullover in white with purple details

Introducing The Andorra Collection!

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on January 3, 2018October 8, 2020

A little bit vintage, a little bit classic, a little bit contemporary. It’s here! The Andorra Collection, the first collection for our first Kelbourne Woolens yarn, Andorra. Kelbourne Woolens Andorra Collection showcases the best that knitting has to offer. Cables, lace, and color work adorn sweaters and accessories in just the right ways. Designed to…

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Designer Feature: Monterey Tee / Wool Studio Volume II

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on May 30, 2017July 5, 2022

The second issue of Wool Studio, a new digital magazine by the publishers of knit.wear is out, and the spring collection features twelve designs with spring in mind. I designed the Monterey Tee for the issue, a breezy lace top knit using The Fibre Co. Luma. The tee is worked in pieces from the bottom…

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An Interview With: Romi Hill of Designs by Romi

By Courtney Kelley on November 7, 2016June 30, 2022

We have long been fans of Romi Hill and her amazing design work, particularly when it comes to lace. One of Romi’s earliest designs using The Fibre Co. yarns is Merope’s Cowl in Road to China Light from 7 Small Shawls to Knit; Year 1: The Pleiades. Published in 2011, it has long been a…

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Color Stories: Lavender Desert

By Meghan Kelly on July 27, 2016July 5, 2022

With the high temperatures most of North America has been experiencing, it’s really hard to think about knitting and crocheting. But, since that is our passion, we are thinking about it! I have loose, breezy tops on the mind that are easy to work and easier to wear. I love this classic and simple top by…

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Color Stories: Delicious

By Meghan Kelly on June 29, 2016July 5, 2022

Things often described as delicious: candy, cakes, fresh fruit, the perfume of flowers, the softest yarn. This was my inspiration for June’s color story. I’m so excited about crochet summer, I decided I’d let my mood board decide what color of Road to China Lace I’ll be using for my project! That’s right – pink….

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Aleda KAL Instagram Round-Up

By Courtney Kelley on May 11, 2016October 8, 2020

We’re just past the first week of May, and it’s been so fun to follow everyone’s shawl progress on Instagram. Everyone seems to have made it past the garter tab cast on and through the set up chart. Now it’s just clear sailing for a while, while we let the rhythm of the main body…

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Come learn from us at Interweave Yarn Fest

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on December 4, 2015October 8, 2020

We’re delighted to be teaching again at Interweave Yarn Fest in gorgeous Colorado. Like last year our classes are a combination of knitting and crochet, with a heavy emphasis on historical techniques and skill building. We will be teaching six classes throughout the weekend: First Steps in Crochet (Thursday, 9am – 12noon)Do you like crochet, but…

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Color Stories: Grey Wolves

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on April 27, 2015July 5, 2022

All of this pleasant Spring weather has me looking forward to summer knitting. I really want a nice, lightweight top knit out of lace weight yarn. I want it to be nice enough that I can wear it to work but could also be worn with a pair of cutoffs on the weekend. And I’m thinking it should…

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Knit.Purl Spring/Summer 2015: Meandering Top by Quenna Lee

By Meghan Kelly on March 30, 2015October 8, 2020

The latest issue of knit.purl (fka knit.wear) hits newsstands next week. As you have come to expect from the magazine, it is filled with classic pieces with simple silhouettes and unique details.  The “Making Waves” collection showcases 6 designs that utilize the feather and fan pattern in unique ways. In the Meandering Top by Quenna Lee featuring…

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Introducing: The Pathways Collection by Laura Nelkin

By Meghan Kelly on February 5, 2015July 5, 2022

Every time I sit down to write a blog post sharing the release of something new, it usually begins with “we’re delighted to announce…”…and I realize I’ve probably said it a thousand times before and try to think of new, creative ways to but this time, when sharing the release of The Pathways Collection, I really, really mean…

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Chinese American female wearing the oversized, lace Sawyer turtleneck sweater in oatmeal heather.

Working from Charts: Lace

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on January 22, 2015October 8, 2020

Many of our designs utilize charts as part of the instructions. There are four types of charts featured in the collection: Knit/Purl patterning, Stranded Colorwork, Cables, and Lace. While most of the basic principles of knitting charts are the same regardless of the type of chart, we’ve broken it down into the four components. Part 4 of 4: Working…

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Knitspot Fall in Full Color Club

By Meghan Kelly on October 17, 2013June 30, 2022

We’ve been a fan of Anne Hanson of Knitspot for as long as we’ve known her. And, this summer, we had the benefit of meeting Erica, her assistant, and our affection grew! So, of course, when we heard about her newest club project, and were asked if a collaboration – and, an exclusive one at…

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Meadow Mystery Kal >> Meadowsweet Shawl!

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on July 22, 2013October 8, 2020

All clues are complete, and we can finally share the Mystery KAL pattern with you…….the Meadowsweet Shawl! The full pattern is both written out and charted, depending on your knitting preference. Along with the pattern directions, the 12 page pdf includes a wealth of information on knitting lace from charts, how to properly swatch in…

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Kelbourne Woolens is on the move!

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on March 27, 2013October 8, 2020

After taking time off in 2012 after a heavy {and exhausting!} travel schedule celebrating the release of Vintage Modern Knits, we’re happy to be able to add some exciting event dates to our calendar this spring! Our first trip brings us to Washington state to attend VK Live and teach two classes on April 4th…

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Independent Designer Feature: Boiseau by Megan Goodacre

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on December 14, 2012October 8, 2020

Megan Goodacre is a knitwear designer known for her classic designs with beautiful texture and color. (I don’t know about you, but you can bet Kate is knitting Charlie a pair of Megan’s Tiny Pants this weekend!) The Boiseau Wrap is an absolutely stunning scarf with textural and lace details. Knit out of Acadia in Bog,…

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Interweave Knits Holiday Gifts 2012: Ipswich Scarf

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on September 13, 2012October 6, 2020

It is finally that time of year again – there is a crispness in the air, leaves start to change, socks and sweaters come out from hibernation and knitters start thinking about the holidays. Thankfully, Interweave is one step ahead of us and recently came out with their Holiday Gifts issue, jam packed with a…

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Knitter Projects: Piper’s Journey

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on August 28, 2012October 6, 2020

Piper’s Journey by Paula Emons-Fuessle is a combination of a garter and lace shawl that is a go-to for traveling knitters due to the patterns simplistic nature. In this version, by Melissa, the shawl gets a new identity by using Acadia in bog and blue heron as a compliment to the already gorgeous accessory. By…

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Twist Collective Fall 2012: altocumulus by Angela Hahn

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on August 16, 2012October 6, 2020

The new Twist Collective is live and the issue is absolutely gorgeous. Featured in the magazine is altocumulus by Angela Hahn. A beautiful triangular shawl knit from the bottom up to the wide neck edge, altocumulus features regular increases incorporated into the undulating leaf lace. Knit using just five skeins of Acadia, the end result…

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New For Sale Pattern: Amaranth

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on June 1, 2012October 6, 2020

Designed by Kate Gagnon Osborn, Amaranth features Organik in painted desert, a bright cheery pink. The lace pattern creates and organic motif over the body of the hat and the yarn makes for a warm and soft accessory. The combination of beauty and practicality is a win-win! Specifications: • Yarn: Organik in painted desert, 2…

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