Summer is a particularly good time for knitting socks. While I seem to have a pair going at any given moment, no matter the season, it’s during these long, hot days that I appreciate the small size and portability of socks the most. With that in mind, have a look at this new book of … [more]
The Summer 2012 issue of Interweave Crochet arrived this past week, followed a few days later by a new book of crocheted blankets, Robyn Chachula’s Unexpected Afghans. Between these two new publications, there’s sure to be inspiration for most any crocheter. Unexpected Afghans is particularly intriguing, using many varied crochet techniques with lovely results. Come … [more]
A new book, recommended by a friend, has arrived at the shop. Wearwithall is a collection of patterns by the people at The Yarnery, a yarn shop in Saint Paul, MN. The book has a nice range of projects, including hats, socks, sweaters for babies and children as well as adults, and an eye-catching striped stole. This … [more]
An inspiring new book has landed at the shop. Pop Knitting: Bold Motifs Using Color and Stitch, by Britt-Marie Christoffersson is a collection of graphic, modern-looking stitch patterns. Christoffersson combines color and texture in surprising ways, making the book itself a thing of beauty. The sweaters shown alongside many of these motifs make use of them … [more]
A phrase I’m always delighted to hear at the shop is “I brought some show and tell.” Fascinating things are pulled from purses and knitting bags: projects in progress and recently completed, intriguing patterns, years-old handed-down hand-knits, and sometimes most interesting–books. A knitter brought this one in for show and tell a few weeks ago, … [more]
Last week, a sweetly-packaged bundle of books arrived at the shop. Quince & Co. has just published a collection of knitting patterns by Hannah Fettig, co-author of last fall’s beautiful Coastal Knits. Say hello to Knitbot Essentials. Inside, you’ll find simple cardigans, pullovers, and accessories that look comfortable and easy to wear. The patterns are shown in Quince … [more]
Every season, Berroco releases another intriguing collection of knitting patterns by designer Norah Gaughan. Her newest has just found its way to the shop and settled in on the teacart with the spring and summer magazines. One can always expect to find interesting shapes in Gaughan’s designs, striking shapes that beg the question, wait–how do you … [more]
Knitters who know me know that I love a good reference book. I savor detailed explanations, carefully labeled diagrams, and knitting books just stuffed with information. Here are two such books, both of which have recently arrived at the shop. In Circular Knitting Workshop, Margaret Radcliffe gives expert guidance on the technique for which the book is … [more]
60 More Quick Baby Knits is the latest collection of patterns for the popular Cascade yarns, focusing this time on Cascade 220 Superwash Sport, a lightweight washable merino wool. 60 More Quick Baby Knits is well described by its simple title; inside, you’ll find everything baby: sweaters, booties, onesies, hats, blankets, sleep sacks, and more. There’s a … [more]
Another new Debbie Bliss booklet has made its way to the Hillsborough Yarn Shop. Celebrating Family, as the name suggests, is a collection of knitting patterns for babies, children, and adults. All of the patterns call for sport-weight yarns, either Debbie Bliss Eco Baby, an organic cotton, or Cashmerino Baby, a machine-washable blend of merino wool … [more]