Now that we are rolling into Summer, it’s high time I put some serious thought into Crochet! For me (a beginner), Crochet is romantic and sweet and a bit mysterious. It reminds me of my grandmother’s sweeping crocheted lace shawls that she would drape over the back of the davenport and of the lovely little airy tops…
Tag: savannah
Knitter Projects: Maritime Cowl
Although it’s summer here in the northern hemisphere it’s winter for our friends down under. Melissa, from Tasmania, Australia, recently finished this wonderful chevron cowl in the season-spanning The Fibre Co. Savannah. We love Melissa’s mods to the Maritime Cowl pattern by Nice and Knit, the extra grey stripes break up the chevrons and add another level…
Knitter Projects: Maeve
Today’s knitter project is a perfect little sweater for transitioning into warmer days. Whether you need to keep the chill off your shoulders on a cool evening or in an over air conditioned office, we love Maeve by Carrie Bostick Hodge. Jen used The Fibre Co Savannah in Crepe Myrtle instead of the Canopy Worsted originally…
Knitter Projects: Summer Dawn
With summer right around the corner (yes, really!), we’re gearing up for Crochet Summer 2015. Today, we’re featuring a finished Summer Dawn cowl, designed for Crochet Summer 2014 by Courtney. The pattern uses one skein of The Fibre Co Savannah and a partial skein of The Fibre Co Meadow. This version of Summer Dawn was crocheted by…
Knit.Purl Spring/Summer 2015: Meandering Top by Quenna Lee
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…
Independent Designer Feature: Avana by Annie Rowden
Yesterday was glorious. As soon as I got home from the office, I ran around the house and opened every window I could. Of course, this also required I wrestle with the storm windows and make sure all the screens were down as not to loose our sweet but not-very-bright cat, Peggy. It was well worth it,…
Pom Pom Quarterly: Mysa Tunic by Kate Gagnon Osborn
The preview for the Spring Issue of Pom Pom went live last Friday, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to share that I have a design in it – the Mysa Tunic. The idea for Mysa came about both from the gorgeous mood board presented by Pom Pom, but also my love of flowy, muted…
Knitter Projects: Carly
Although the temperatures are cooling here in the northern hemisphere, south of the equator summer is on the way! Australian knitter Fiona has knit a lovely summer pullover using the Carly pattern by Justyna Lorkowska with Savannah in Seafoam and Natural. This looks like such a great sweater for warmer days, and the color combo is dynamite. Great…
KW Summer Sweater KAL / Yarn Substitutions
When designing the sweaters for the Summer Sweaters Collection, we used the two yarns in the Fibre Company lineup that have a nice, crisp hand, Meadow and Savannah. Although different fiber contents and gauges, the yarns work well together, and as you will see, they can even be substituted for one another! All spring I…
Independent Designer Feature: New American Knits
When you think of classic cables and textures in the modern knitwear scene, Amy Christophers immediately comes to mind. From heavily cabled cardigans such as Acer and Stonecutters to simply elegant staple pieces like Larch and Bailey, Amy’s attention to detail and silhouette are always pushing the hand knitting industry into a more modern light….
#tbt Blog Edition
Back in the spring of 2010 we were getting ready to announce an exciting development: Our first yarn made entirely in the US, Savannah. Perhaps it’s the knit-a-long we’re in the midst of, but I’ve been thinking back to this exciting time in our Kelbourne history. I thought many of you might not have been…
Knitter Projects: Linden Shawl
The Linden Shawl was first published in 2011, and was re-published last year as part of Kelbourne Woolens Volume 1. For Courtney, the shawl is her favorite shape: a curved reflex angle (greater than 180°, but less than 360°) that stays put on the shoulders better than a traditional triangular shawl. We love this version…
KW Sweet Summer Sweater: Yarn Requirements
Now that you have some great ideas, and you’ve gone through the swatching process, you need to go get some yarn! OR, you’re already knitting away (as you should be – the contest ends in just two weeks!) and need to know how much more yarn to buy or how to calculate yardage for other…
Kelbourne Woolens: Sweet Summer Sweater Contest
We love designing with our yarns, and wanted to give you a chance to do so, too. As a result, we’re excited to announce a new project here in KW headquarters, the Kelbourne Woolens: Sweet Savannah Summer Sweater Contest! What’s this contest about? Have you thought about becoming a published knitwear designer? Do you have…
Introducing the Kelbourne Woolens: Baby Collection!
We are pleased to announce the arrival of our new book: Kelbourne Woolens: Baby Collection! Whether delicate and dainty or rumble-tumble and rowdy, Kelbourne Woolens Baby Collection has the perfect project to clothe your sweet wee one…whatever adventures your life may now bring. This lovely collection has everything to keep your baby warm and adorable…
Kelbourne Woolens: Volume 1, Blog Tour! {+ a chance to win!}
Last week we released our new book, Kelbourne Woolens: Volume 1, a collection of some of our favorite, and most popular patterns from the past five years. When putting together this anthology, we were able to take a look back and bring some of our favorites like Alice, Give a Hoot, and Hawthorn back to our…
Announcing…Kelbourne Woolens, Volume One
It’s been hard keeping this a secret all year, but we are so pleased to finally share with you our celebration of the first five years of Kelbourne Woolens! Five years ago, in 2008, Kate was in her last year of graduate school, earning a degree in textile design with a weaving focus, and Courtney’s…
Westknits Choreo Kal: Geysir Stretch
Stephen West appears to be a madman as of late – in June he published Westknits Book 4: Made for Movement, he did a followup to his wildly successful Mystery KAL in July, the Rockefeller shawl, there is a much anticipated Westknits book 5: Midgard coming out (we’re a fan of anything featuring Cirilia Rose,…
Designer Feature: biscotti by Lori Versaci
biscotti by Lori Versaci and featured in the newly published twin rib collection, is an elegant short sleeved pullover featuring Savannah‘s persimmon, a dusty red-orange originally inspired by the delicious fruit. Lori’s inspiration when designing biscotti was very simple, “create a cute, stylish sweater that would flatter any type of body”; and her design is…
New For Sale Pattern: Topeka
Designed by Kate Gagnon Osborn and knit out of Savannah in one of her favorites, sycamore, Topeka is a seamless fitted henley knit in the round from the bottom up featuring garter stitch cuffs and hem, a placket button band knit on as you work, raglan yoke and short rows for a well-fitted neckline. Waist…
New Colors of Savannah!
This season, we’re introducing three deep, saturated tones to Savannah. Savannah is probably the most unique yarn in the Fibre Co. line, as it is spun and dyed in the United States (less than 75 miles from us!) and is currently the only yarn we offer that does not have alpaca in it. Due to its…
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…
Vogue Knitting Spring/Summer 2012: Lace Back Hoodie by Mari Tobita
The newest issue of Vogue Knitting recently hit the newsstands and the “Back Story” section features a beautiful hoodie designed by Mari Tobita out of The Fibre Co. Savannah in Pink Grapefruit. Not your typical hooded sweatshirt, the Lace Back Hoodie features three different lace patterns – an all over arrow lace on the back, graphic…
Knit Local: Scandinavian Hat (ooh! + Kate’s first cover!)
Knit Local, by Tanis Gray, is a wonderful new book celebrating the United States yarn industry. As many of you may know, the Fibre Company started as an alpaca processing and spinning mill and the original yarn lines were all spun and dyed in the United States. For a bunch of various reasons, much of…
An Interview with: Miriam Felton
Miriam Felton is a designer who has been working independently and publishing in magazines both in print and online since 2006. Her most recent design collection, the Chevron Collection, features a gorgeous sweater designed using Savannah DK in a new color, Denim. In honor of the release of the collection, we thought we would take…
Interweave Knits Weekend Preview!
We are delighted to be included in this year’s special issue of Interweave Knits, Knits Weekend! Filled with over 30 projets – from sweaters to accessories and projects for the home, you are bound to find something you absolutely love. Our contributions to the magazine cover all of your accessory needs – legs, hands, head…
Work in Progress Wednesday
5.18 A new sweater design, knit by Kate out of Savannah in Sycamore.
New Free Pattern! Wicker Cowl
Savannah + lace + slightly larger needles + a warm spring day = perfection. Introducing the Wicker Cowl {web link} {rav link}, a new free pattern from us for you knit out of the gorgeous Savannah, a season-spanning blend of wool, cotton, linen and soya. Knit in the round, this cowl is a quick to…
Work in Progress Wednesday
4.20 A new design, knit by Kate out of Savannah in Natural.
Hannah is at it again!
Last week Hannah Fettig announced the release of 2 new beautiful sweaters featuring Savannah. The Spring Ribbed Cardigan {rav link} {web link} is an open front top-down raglan designed in Savannah in Pink Grapefruit and features deep ribbing, 3/4 length sleeves and a garter/rib pattern on the body and sleeves. In true Hannah Fettig style,…
Twist Collective Spring 2011: Clearwing
Today marks the release of the new Spring 2011 Twist Collective Magazine, and again the issue is chock-full of really beautiful designs. One we’re particularly partial to (and can you blame us?) is the Clearwing sweater designed by Amy Christoffers featuring Savannah in Bluegrass. Clearwing features just the right amount of detail – slightly tapered…
Vogue Knitting Spring/Summer 2011: #28 Lace Cardi
Courtney has a new design in the current issue of Vogue Knitting, oh-so-descriptively named #28 Lace Cardi (ravelry link). For ths design, Courtney created a trans-seasonal layering piece knit out of the versatile Savannah in a looser than typically recommended gauge. Vogue Knitting Spring/Summer 2011, photo by Rose Callahan The shrug/cardi has a really nice…
Collection 3 now available!
We are delighted to announce our third collection of for sale patterns is now available for individual purchase online and is on its way to LYSs around the country! This season we designed a collection of shawls, scarves and even a cowl, each using a different Fibre Company yarn, and each with a unique construction…
New Colors of Savannah!
Last but not least, we are introducing 2 new colors to the Savannah line this season. Reintroduced in June, Savannah is our 100% Pennsylvania made yarn, and as a blend of 50% wool, 20% cotton, 15% linen and 15% soy, it is as close as we get to a “summer” yarn, while still having the…
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…
An Interview With: Gudrun Johnston
It has been too long since we have posted one of our designer interviews! We are excited to jump back into this feature with Gudrun Johnston, the force behind The Shetland Trader. Gudrun recently self-published a book, available in both hard copy and electronic form, aptly named The Shetland Trader – Book One. (website link)…
Holiday Gift Ideas from The Fibre Company, Part 2!
Along with the adorable Tea Cosy designed by Kate featured in Interweave Holiday Gifts, we also have a really beautiful Lady Tea Towel (Interweave Link) + (Ravelry Link) designed by Courtney. Image by Kathryn Martin + © Interweave Knits. The Lady Towel is a vintage inspired hand towel, perfect for wrapping a small beautiful gift,…
Work in Progress Wednesday
11.10 A very special work in progress, the Moody Kerchief designed by Kristen Kapur. Knit by Courtney in Savannah in Sycamore and Organik (to come) in Crater Lake. All of the proceeds from the sale of the pattern go directly to helping Justine’s husband, who is recovering from a serious accident. A phone call from…
New Free Pattern! Currituck Shawl
Going with our little not-so-accidental theme of “Knitting Shawls Out of Savannah While On Vacation”, while Courtney was at the Outer Banks of North Carolina, she designed and knit this triangular shawl out of 4 colors of Savannah. The body is knit in a garter stitch with side and central increases and the border is…
New Free Pattern! Schieffelin Point Shawl
While Kate was away on vacation at the beginning of July (don’t feel too bad for Courtney – she got hers last week!) she knit up a little shawl out of just 3 skeins of Savannah. In lieu of the triangular shape she has been so fond of as of late, she decided to change…