Fashion-industry wisdom holds that what we see on the runways this year will be on the needles in a couple of years, and what’s on retail hangers this year will be on our needles even sooner. I took a pictorial tour of the fashion site Polyvore to get a sampling of this year’s retail trends. … Continue reading Sweater Trendspotting →
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Knitcircus Podcast #71
KnitcircusJan 22, '16
Amy and Jaala dish about their adventures at Vogue Knitting Live New York! Also affectionately known as the “Namedropping Podcast.” Listen on Libsyn or iTunes Mentioned this podcast: Vogue Knitting Live New York Knitlandia, by Clara Parkes Savvy Girls Podcast Laura Nelkin Jill Draper Knitting Ephemera, by Carol Sulcoski Mason-Dixon Knitting/Ann Shayne and Kay … Continue reading Knitcircus Podcast #71 →
Japanese Stitch Dictionaries
KnitcircusJan 13, '16
For my birthday, the thoughtful Mr. Knitcircus gifted me this Japanese Stitch Dictionary, and I’ve been poring over every page! This is my second Japanese Stitch Dictionary; the first contains 300 stitches. It’s been one of my most treasured possessions since I got it a couple of years ago. So what’s the fuss about Japanese … Continue reading Japanese Stitch Dictionaries →
13 Knitting and Crochet Things We’re Excited About in 2016
KnitcircusJan 2, '16
Hey, Knitters and Crocheters, Happy New Year! At the beginning of 2015, Knitcircus Yarns was still in my basement and now we have our beautiful Studio and Store! A lot can change in a year, so we’re getting out our crystal balls and gazing into what we think the new year will bring. This list … Continue reading 13 Knitting and Crochet Things We’re Excited About in 2016 →
Knitcircus Podcast 70
KnitcircusDec 24, '15
Amy and Jaala talk wacky holiday traditions. Listen on Libsyn or iTunes Star Wars Shetland Wool Week Carol Feller Meg Swansen’s Knitting (book) Vogue Knitting Live NYC Ann Budd’s Stitch Gauge Ruler Gauge Tips with Amy (video)