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Finished Project: Courtney’s Snug in Germantown Bulky

By Courtney Kelley on March 31, 2022March 31, 2022

Will you just look at that face? I can’t even deal with how cute this guy is – especially when he is draped in a bunch of squishy woolly goodness! I am notorious for not finishing things. I love starting a project but it takes quite a bit of enthusiasm to get it completely done. (My older…

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Year of Mittens: June Mittens

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on June 1, 2017October 8, 2020

The June Mittens are here, and this design is definitely my favorite pair thus far! The June Mittens feature stranded colorwork and showcase a nice variety of banded and all-over patterns. The mittens begin with a provisional cast on, followed by a folded cuff, then the body of is worked in a series of geometric…

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The Summer of Basics

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on April 4, 2017October 8, 2020

Last week on Fringe Association, Karen announced a super fun, casual make-along, the Summer of Basics. The idea is pretty simple (and genius): during the months of June, July, and August, we’re all going to make some key basic wardrobe pieces that fill holes in our closets. The idea of a “basic” can be whatever…

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KW BTS: Luma collection photoshoot

By Linette Kielinski on March 23, 2017June 30, 2022

As a photographer, I love seeing how other photographers work and learning what was involved in getting ‘the shot’. As a result, I thought I would share some of the ‘secrets’ behind the scenes at the Luma Collection photoshoot. We chose the lovely shore town of Stone Harbor, NJ as our backdrop. Kate and I…

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New Free Pattern: Luma Baby Blanket

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on March 16, 2017October 8, 2020

Our fabulous sales rep, Antonia Shankland, recently designed this lovely baby blanket out of the newest yarn in The Fibre Co. lineup, Luma. Knit using two colors (shown here in grigio and goldenmosa), the slip stitch pattern provides visual and knitting interest without being too difficult or complicated.  The end result is a blanket perfectly…

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Knitter Projects: Karen’s Custom St. Brendan

By Linette Kielinski on March 8, 2017October 8, 2020

Since I started working at Kelbourne Woolens, I’ve been introduced to so many talented knitters and designers. Kate pointed me in the direction of friend and blogger Karen Templer of Fringe Association, and I am now a huge fan! Today I am excited to share her take on Courtney’s St. Brendan sweater in the scrumptious Arranmore. …

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KW Style It: Bennett Creek

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on February 7, 2017June 17, 2021

When I put together the styling for the Luma Collection photoshoot, I utilized the gorgeous landscape of the New Jersey shore, the casual style of the garments, and the multi-season wear of The Fibre Co. Luma as my inspiration. While all of the pieces look amazing in their beach environment, I wanted to play around…

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February Mitten Lining

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on February 6, 2017October 8, 2020

The February Mitten cuff is a modified leaf lace edging by Nancy Bush. Worked horizontally, the edging is joined in a circle with a 3-Needle Bind Off and the stitches are then picked up in the straight (flat) side in order to work the hand. The stitches for the outer layer and lining are both…

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Introducing: The Luma Collection

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on February 3, 2017June 30, 2022

In conjunction with the release of the newest yarn in The Fibre Co. lineup, we’re delighted to share our collection of 4 designs featuring Luma with you! Four designs that travel effortlessly from beach to boardwalk, The Luma Collection features essential pieces you will want to turn to again and again. Designed using the unique…

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Introducing Luma

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on February 2, 2017November 11, 2021

What better thing to dream about during gloomy February weather than a brand new yarn, perfect for year round knitting? We’re delighted to share the newest yarn in The Fibre Co. lineup with you, Luma. A classic DK weight yarn, Luma is inspired by the mood and light found in mid-latitude savannas—grassland ecosystems with open…

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Free Pattern: Nana’s Pullover

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on January 10, 2017November 3, 2022

There is a sweater that has traveled throughout my immediate family – it first began with my cousins, was next worn by my brother and myself, then passed onto the children of my cousins, then to my nieces and nephews, and then down to me when our daughter Charlie was born in 2012. Knit by…

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KW Swatch Experiment Data: Tundra

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on January 3, 2017October 8, 2020

We made it! The final post in the #kwswatchexperiment: Tundra! For the Tundra swatch, we asked knitters to cast on 18 stitches using US 10.5 (6.5 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 Packard, the…

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knit.wear Wool Studio / Falmouth Cardigan

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on December 16, 2016October 8, 2020

I am proud to be a part of the inaugural Wool Studio collection, put out by Interweave as a sub-section of the now-classic knit.wear magazine. Wool Studio is a little bit different in that it is presented as a digital lookbook, with 9 designs in curated yarns and one cohesive theme. In her introductory letter,…

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Free Pattern: Holiday Cheer Ornaments

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on December 14, 2016November 4, 2022

Our daughter, Charlie, is at the age where she’s really starting to “get” holidays. Easter and Christmas are current favorites, although I’m confident she has no idea what Easter is about except piles of chocolate and everything is covered in bunnies (two of her most favorite things ever), and we try and keep Christmas planning…

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KW Swatch Experiment Data: Knightsbridge

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on December 5, 2016October 8, 2020

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…

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Year of Mittens: December Mitten

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on December 1, 2016October 8, 2020

December 1st is here! Winter temperatures have finally hit Philadelphia, and we’re delighted to have a new pile of mittens to choose from when braving the colder temperatures. The December Mittens are built for warmth, durability and comfort. Inspired by traditional gansey patterning, the cuff of the mitten begins with a Channel Island Cast On,…

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Year of Mittens: November Mitten

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on November 1, 2016October 8, 2020

November is the month we start looking towards the holidays and getting together with family. This month’s mitten is inspired by togetherness, warmth, and traditions.  As the holidays approach, our attention often turns to knitting for others. The November Mittens are designed for the whole family – a unisex and sporty design perfect for the…

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Year of Mittens: October Mitten

By Meghan Kelly on October 1, 2016October 8, 2020

A chill is in the air, and our October Mitten is here! The October Mittens are inspired by the dried twig and bud floral decorations that adorn homes in the autumn and winter. The mittens are dense and warm but not too thick. As such, they are perfectly suited for brisk morning walks to school and…

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Year of Mittens: September Mitten

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on September 1, 2016October 8, 2020

Our second pattern in the Year of Mittens is here, and with it the unofficial return to Fall. (Hooray!) The September Mitten is a Victorian-inspired lace design. Using a small bobble in conjunction with a simple chevron lace, this mitten is beautiful yet easy (and quick!) knit. Perfect for those chilly early mornings that aren’t yet…

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New Colors of Acadia!

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on August 30, 2016October 8, 2020

This fall we are happy to introduce six  new colors of The Fibre Co. Acadia! The new colors are wonderfully bright, classic shades that really help create a rich palette, perfect for fall. The new colors are in stock and ready to ship now.  Looking for a great Acadia pattern to knit this season? Try one…

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Interweave Knits Fall 2016 / Rahwah Pullover by Kate Gagnon Osborn

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on August 24, 2016October 8, 2020

Interweave Knits 20th anniversary issue was just published, and it is, in a word, excellent. I am proud to have a design in the issue, the Rawah Pullover,  in the Cabin in the Woods story. Many among you will recognize the garment as heavily inspired by the iconic “L.L. Bean Sweater” popular  in the 80s and…

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Year of Mittens

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on July 15, 2016October 8, 2020

We’re delighted to introduce Year of Mittens, a year-long knit-along featuring The Fibre Co. Cumbria Fingering! We love knitting mittens, and with the introduction of The Fibre Co. Cumbria Fingering, we have a mitten yarn we can really stand behind and believe in.  Launching August 1st, we will be releasing a new mitten pattern on the first…

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Vogue Knitting Early Fall 2016 / Modern Chullo by Kate Gagnon Osborn

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on June 28, 2016October 8, 2020

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…

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Adorable Diaper Cover In Action

By Linette Kielinski on June 24, 2016July 5, 2022

Helloooooo!! Linette here, new Kelbourne Woolens office assitant/wife/mom/chicken keeper/knitter/photographer/crossfitter. (Interview by Kate coming soon!) Besides the bonus of working with 3 smart and funny ladies here at KW, I also have access to some of the most gorgeous yarns available to knitters. I am also a photographer, and last week had a baby session, so I…

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An Interview With: Jenn of knit.love.wool

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on May 9, 2016June 30, 2022

Jenn of knit.love.wool first came to my attention while playing around in hashtag searches on Instagram, and after seeing her gorgeous lopapeysur, I did what any good knitter would do and sought her projects out on Ravelry. A mother of two young boys in Maine, Jenn lives in the perfect climate for lopapeysa, and from the looks…

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twist collective spring/summer 2016: Haden by Courtney Kelley

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on April 12, 2016October 8, 2020

The new twist collective is up!  Courtney has a lovely summery tank in the issue designed using The Fibre Co. Canopy Fingering in the color mango.  Haden is worked in pieces from the bottom up. The button plackets are picked up on the right and left side of the front neck and worked in 1×1 rib,…

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An Interview With: Jaime and Amber from Fancy Tiger Crafts

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on April 7, 2016June 30, 2022

As we mentioned previously, Fancy Tiger Crafts just finished a guernsey knitalong, with Seascale as one of the recommended patterns. I thought it would be fun to put together an interview with Jaime and Amber to find out a little bit more about their experience. Enjoy! – KGO Kate: You recently hosted a great knitalong…

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Free Pattern: Voltaic Scarf

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on February 18, 2016October 8, 2020

February is the dreariest month, yes? Even the Valentine’s holiday seems to have no effect on one’s mood during this gloomy time of year. A lover of neutrals, I also have a large soft spot in my heart for bright pink, as it provides the perfect boost of color when needed most.  After weaving my…

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Vogue Winter 2015/2016: Fitted Hat

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on February 10, 2016October 8, 2020

I was recently asked to design a project for the Bohus inspired story in the newest Vogue Knitting magazine, and immediately thought of creating a hat out of four shades of The Fibre Co. Cumbria Fingering. Unlike the angora-heavy yarns of traditional Bohus, the Cumbria Fingering has a very subtle halo from the mohair, making…

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Free Pattern: Bardon Mill Hat by Kate Gagnon Osborn

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on February 8, 2016October 8, 2020

The Fibre Co. Cumbria Fingering lends itself perfectly to winter accessories. With a healthy 328 yards per 100 gram skein, there is plenty of yardage to create a classic hat or pair of mittens. (I’m also scheming up a pair of boot socks…) In honor of the newest fabulous addition to the Fibre Co. lineup, I…

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Acadia Collection Feature: Wardrobe Staples

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on January 27, 2016July 5, 2022

Our two most “basic” items in the Acadia Collection, Echo Lake and Cadillac Mountain, were designed to be timeless wardrobe staples. ECHO LAKE A good, basic pullover should be a staple in every wardrobe, and Echo Lake  is just that. Courtney designed this pullover with the slubby texture of Acadia as the focus of this understated…

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Acadia Collection Feature: Subtle Texture

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on January 26, 2016July 5, 2022

Both Seal Point and Otter Creek in The Acadia Collection use knits and purls to create subtle texture. OTTER CREEK This dolman shape is Courtney’s favorite summer sweater style to knit, and the design also transitions well into a multi-seasonal layering piece. The sweater is worked in the round from the bottom up, and shaped…

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Introducing: The Acadia Collection

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on January 21, 2016July 5, 2022

Although we released The Fibre Co. Acadia in 2011, we never dedicated a collection specifically to it. This summer we knew that had to change, and set to work putting together a collection with the unique beauty of the yarn as the focus. One of the distinctive aspects of Acadia is the four undyed colors…

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Introducing: Kelbourne Woolens Project Bags

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on January 19, 2016October 8, 2020

We’re delighted to announce the arrival of four new project bags in the Kelbourne Woolens line of products! Made in the USA, the bags feature a zippered top, wide gusset, and small woven cotton handle perfect for attaching a carabiner to. The four original designs are hand screen printed with gold ink on heavy duty…

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KW Style It: Daisy Chain Shoulderette

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on December 14, 2015July 5, 2022

The Daisy Chain Shoulderette is such a great option for alternate cosy outerwear to spice up the long winter months. Meghan recently knit this festive red version in Tundra in Bearberry and Daisy Chain in Chili Pepper<, I thought it would be nice to do a Style It post to show the versatile ways to…

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Knitter Projects: Keswick Cardigan

By Kate Gagnon Osborn on November 16, 2015October 8, 2020

Janet (aka Loden) recently knit a Keswick Cardigan out of the Fibre Co. Cumbria in Catbells and the end result is stunning!  We met Janet at the Make. Wear. Love. retreat hosted by Amy Herzog and are so impressed with how quickly she finished her Keswick and how well it fits! The pumpkin orange looks amazing…

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