The May/June 2015 issue of Handwoven has arrived! This issue is dedicated to texture in weaving, with articles and projects focused on techniques and materials that create interesting textures in woven fabric. One such project is Judy Pagels’ “Classic Capelet,” which can be woven on a Schacht Cricket Loom, and calls for one of our … [more]
Knitscene Accessories has arrived! In this special issue, you’ll find small projects of all kinds: hats and mitts, shawls and scarves, cowls and socks, baskets and bags, jewelry, home goods, and more. The eye-catching striped sun hat on the cover is knit in our most recently-acquired yarn, Cascade Ultra Pima Fine. Look for it in … [more]
The Summer 2015 issue of Interweave Knits is here! This issue focuses on the intersection of knitting and nature, with practical garments for hikes and other outdoor adventures–headbands, rustic vests, and sweaters like the “Mount Robson Pullover,” knit in Cascade 220 Fingering. There’s also a spread of colorwork sweaters in this issue, each one inspired … [more]
Another new magazine has found its way to the shop, with even more warm-weather knitting inspiration! Here’s a peek inside the Spring/Summer 2015 issue of knit.purl. Knit.purl is an Interweave publication focused on simplicity and sophistication in handknitting. It was once known as knit.wear, and though the name has changed, the content is much the … [more]
The Spring 2015 issue of Knitting Traditions is here! Knitting Traditions looks at the craft from a historical perspective, focusing on techniques and styles from all over the world and across time. This issue’s focus is adventure, telling historical tales of explorers and their knitted garments. The striped sweater on the cover is knit in … [more]
The Summer 2015 issue of Knitscene is here! The “Serape Shawl” on the cover is knit in Shibui Staccato, a luscious fingering weight blend of merino and silk. Staccato is a new yarn at the shop this Spring, but has quickly become a favorite. Many of these patterns call for yarns you can find at HYS, … [more]
We’re delighted to announce that we now carry Handwoven Magazine! Handwoven is an Interweave publication dedicated to handweaving in its many forms, and on many kinds of looms. Inside you’ll find articles on particular techniques and weaving traditions from around the world, along with projects that put those techniques and traditions to work. I was … [more]
The last couple of weeks have seen a trio of new publications for crocheters here at the shop. The Spring 2015 issue of Interweave Crochet features a range of projects, from blankets and bags to sweaters and skirts. Kristin Omdahl’s Crochet So Lovely is all about crocheted lace. She covers lace motifs and allover lace … [more]
The Spring/Summer 2015 issue of Vogue Knitting is here! This issue features an article on sizing oversized sweaters, helping to make sense of positive ease. Meg Swansen’s column is all about decreases, and choosing the best kind for the project at hand. Besides the articles, there are plenty of patterns: a spread of sporty stripes, … [more]
Spring knit and crochet magazines always seem to arrive just as winter is hitting its stride, an irony that strikes me every year. With a layer of wintry mix on the ground outside, I sit down to write about the newest in warm-weather knitting. Interweave Knits Spring 2015 is here! Spring is a season of layering, … [more]