Welcome April! The first full month of Spring has us ready to cast on new projects. Let’s talk about what will arrive in your subscriptions this month.
Meet the yarns and our themes in this month’s full crate reveal on YouTube.
Bright fields of flowers blooming and waving in the wind welcome spring. This vibrant rebirth injects new life into the season putting a bounce in...
Continue readingDue to major delays with one of our partner mills, we are unable to send out the Audine Wools Romance yarn originally scheduled for our March 2021 Membership crates. In its place, we will be sending the yarns detailed below. For more information about this and other recent changes at KnitCrate, please see this post.
And now…the yarns!
Our heads turn to the skies this month to watch the celestial...
Continue readingHappy February!
As we previously posted, our mills have had several delays due to waves of Covid-19 and increased safety precautions. Because of this, we’ve had to adjust our original February plan for our Membership Crates. This post will walk you through what to expect as well as the fabulous patterns we’re featuring this month!
Meet the yarns and our themes in this month’s full crate reveal on...
Continue readingFor our crates this month, we collaborated with crochet designer and all around inspiration, Maya Luna Corazonas our influencer partner! Maya creates her designs from the heart and with beautiful intentions to teach eager crafters how to be empowered by their creations. Inspired by the nature around her and the beauty of femininity, Maya brings beautiful designs to life with crochet in size...
Continue readingSeptember is just around the corner - time for a quick peek!
For our September crates, we are excited to have Maya Luna Corazonas our influencer partner! Maya creates her designs from the heart and with beautiful intentions to teach eager crafters how to be empowered by their creations. She brings her beautiful designs to life with yarn and hook. Her pieces often feature chic laciness and unique...
Continue readingThis month, we’re excited to partner with Our Maker Life as our crate influencer. If this is your first introduction to the OML community, you are in for a real treat! The making community created by founders Jewell Washington and Nathan Bryant is filled with makers of all sorts: knitters, crocheters, yarn dyers, designers, and more. Along with team members Christie Bodden and Jake Kenyon, this network of makers are a constant source of inspiration to fiber artists everywhere.
And, as a special treat, Jewell Washington (pictured here) and Christie Bodden are the designers behind our Membership Crate patterns!
The theme for August is Vividarium and it inspired a collection full of strong, bright, and vibrant colors in our yarns this month. We are taking a leap into the intense shades of exotic blooms found in the bountiful beauty of nature.
Now let’s meet this month’s yarn! Click below to watch the full reveal on Youtube.
For August, our featured Membership yarn is our Vidalana Linen Jewel: 50% Superwash Merino Wool, 30% Linen, and 20% Silk. This yarn is fingering weight and 400 yards (366m) per 100g skein. Light and elegant, you will treasure this yarn blend!
This deep magenta shade has us thinking of the saturated colors of flowers in full bloom.
The crispness of this colorway has pale green and blue tones often found as leaves unfold in your favorite foliage.
This shade has us thinking of the blush hues found on sandstones, especially in the glow of the sun.
This month’s knit pattern comes to us from OML’s Christie Bodden of Christie Bodden Designs. The Simple Summer Shrug is a simple, quick-to-knit shrug perfect for casual and formal summer nights alike. Designed for Women’s sizes Small to 2X.
KNIT Pattern Details
Needles: US 6 (4 mm) straight or circular needles, 24” (60 cm) or longer
Yarn Needed: 296 (427, 613, 848, 1121) yds (271 (390.5, 560.5, 775.5, 1025) m) used / 1 (2, 2, 3, 3) skeins needed
Notions: Tapestry needle
Finished Size: Height: 17.5 (21, 26.5, 32, 37.5)“ / 44.5 (53, 67, 81, 95) cm; Length: 30 (36, 41, 47, 53)” / 76 (91, 104, 119, 135) cm
This month’s crochet design is both classic and cozy. The Pier Shrug by OML’s Jewell Washington is a textured crochet beauty worked by holding the yarn doubled. The pattern is written for 2 different styles: a shorter shrug style that can be created in most sizes with the skeins included, and an oversized cozy cardi style that will have you indulging during Double Down.
CROCHET Pattern Details
Hook: US G/6 (4mm)
Yarn Needed:
Shorter Style: 582 (674, 773, 878) yds (532 (616, 707, 803) m) used / 2 (2, 2, 4) skeins needed
Oversized Style: 1448 (1772, 2128, 2516) yds (1324 (1620, 1946, 2301) m) used / 4 (6, 6, 8) skeins needed
Notions: stitch markers (2), tapestry needle
Finished Size:
Shorter Style: Width: 14 (15, 16, 17)“ / 35.5 (38, 40.5, 43) cm; Length: 24 (26, 28, 30)” / 61 (66, 71, 76) cm
Oversized Style: Width: 31 (32.25, 35, 38)” / 79 (82, 89, 96.5) cm Length: 30 (35.25, 39, 42.5)“ / 76 (89.5, 99, 108) cm
For August, our featured Sock Crate Membership yarn is Knitologie Super Sock, a 75/25 blend of Superwash Merino Wool and Nylon. You’ll have 400 yards (366m) of fingering weight in your 100g skein to create your next pair of socks.
Green succulent petals are the inspiration behind this cheerful colorway with yellow undertones for a little extra glow.
This periwinkle shade reminds us of how we sometimes get a glimpse of the moon during the day. A little nighttime gray meets the bright blue of the daytime sky to create pure magic.
Feel the toasty rays of a warm Tuscan Sun with this muted mustard yellow with sunflower undertones.
The Cactus Flower Socks by Laura Fahlin bring the intricate details of cacti delicately to your feet. We simply love how the cables look like the blooms of a prickly pear cactus!
KNIT Pattern Details
Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) needles for working in the round
Yarn Needed: 360 (380, 400, 420, 440) yds (329 (347.5, 366, 384, 402) m) used / 1 (1, 1, 1.25, 1.25) skeins needed
Notions: Cable needle, stitch markers 7 (8, 9, 10, 11) for pattern repeats on Leg, 2 stitch markers for gussets, tapestry needle.
Finished Size: To fit foot circumference of 7 (8, 9, 10, 11)”/18 (20, 23, 25, 28) cm
Crochet designer Karen Whooley brings us the Sun Surf Socks, a pair of perfect, cheerful summer socks. Gently undulating stitches give the impression of waves lapping the sand.
CROCHET Sock Pattern Details
Hook: D/3 (3.25 mm) and E/4 (3.5 mm) or sizes needed for gauge
Yarn Needed: 440 yds (366 m) (100g) 238 (299, 374, 454, 542) yds (218 (273.5, 342, 415, 496) m) used / approximately 1 (1, 1, 1.25, 1.25) skeins needed (yarn needed may vary with foot length; extra yarn may be needed for longer feet)
Notions: tapestry needle, stitch markers (3)
Finished Size: To fit foot/ankle circumference 7 (8, 9, 10, 11)” / 18 (20, 23, 25, 28) cm
With this quarter’s Malabrigo Partner Crate, we are swooning over the textures of two different yarn bases: Mechita with its single ply fluffiness, and Mora with its smoothness and radiant glow. Both are fingering weight yarns, and, in this crate, you’ll receive a skein of each! Mechita is a 100% Superwash Merino yarn (420 yards (384m) / 100g skein) while Mora is 100% Silk (225 yards (206m) / 50g skein). Both skeins are dyed in the colorway Jardin, exclusive for this partner crate.
Our very own Joanna Rankin has us diving deeply into knit textures with the Rise & Shine Shawl. A little garter and stockinette stitches with a dash of lace and a splash of slip stitches play well as you work with both the fuzzy single ply and lustrous silk yarns.
KNIT Pattern Details
Needles: US Size 2.5 (3.0 mm) circular needle, 24” (60 cm)
Yarn Needed: 1 skein each of Mechita and Mora
Notions: Stitch marker (1), tapestry needle, scissors, cable needle (optional)
Finished Size: Wingspan: 60” (152 cm) Depth: 32” (81 cm)
Our crochet design this quarter is from Amy Gunderson who brings us Flores de Jardin, an asymmetrical shawl with loads of laciness and charm. She’s used Mechita for the body and Mora for the finishing touch on the edging. Both written and charted instructions will have this project from skein to finished in no time!
CROCHET Pattern Details
Needles: US D/3 (3.25 mm) and US E/4 (3.5 mm)
Yarn Needed: 1 skein each of Mechita and Mora
Notions: Tapestry needle
Finished Size: 33” (84 cm) wide x 50” (127 cm) long
Want to be on the waitlist for the next Malabrigo Quarterly Crate in November? Click here to join our waiting list and become an active member of our community today!
Continue readingSneak peek time already?! Get ready to see what’s on deck for August!
We are thrilled to have Our Maker Life as our influencer partner for our August crates! The OML community is filled with brilliant knitters, crocheters, yarn dyers, designers, makers of all kinds and more who bring their passion to the world by creating handmade pieces. From blog posts to designs and podcasts to events, OML is an endless source of inspiration!
The theme for August is Vividarium, a collection full of strong, bright, and vibrant color; a dive into exotic blooms and intense shades.
During our Early Preview, we only show you the yarn that is coming in the next crate, and not the full patterns or extras, so that you can make decisions about changing your color vibe or adding a crate for the new month! If you need help changing your vibe, you can watch the video below for more details or contact us by clicking here.
Remember: The option to swap your color vibe is only open between July 15-28 for these crates.
Let’s dive into these yarns!
For August, our featured Membership yarn is our Vidalana Linen Jewel: 50% Superwash Merino Wool, 30% Linen, and 20% Silk. This yarn is fingering weight and 400 yards (366m) per 100g skein. Light and elegant, you will treasure this yarn blend!
This deep magenta shade has us thinking of the saturated colors of flowers in full bloom.
The crispness of this colorway has pale green and blue tones often found as leaves unfold in your favorite foliage.
This shade has us thinking of the blush hues found on sandstones, especially in the glow of the sun.
During the Early Preview, we will show you close up swatches of the patterns featured in this crate, without revealing the entire piece quite yet. This way you can see how the yarn works up before choosing your Crate!
For August, our featured Sock Crate Membership yarn is Knitologie Super Sock, a 75/25 blend of Superwash Merino Wool and Nylon. You’ll have 400 yards (366m) of fingering weight in your 100g skein to create your next pair of socks.
Green succulent petals are the inspiration behind this cheerful colorway with yellow undertones for a little extra glow.
This periwinkle shade reminds us of how we sometimes get a glimpse of the moon during the day. A little nighttime gray meets the bright blue of the daytime sky to create pure magic.
Feel the toasty rays of a warm Tuscan Sun with this muted mustard yellow with sunflower undertones.
During the Early Preview, we will show you close up swatches of the patterns featured in this crate, without revealing the entire piece quite yet. This way you can see how the yarn works up before choosing your Crate!
With this quarter’s Malabrigo Partner Crate, we are swooning over the textures of two different yarn bases: Mechita with its single ply fluffiness, and Mora with its smoothness and radiant glow. Both are fingering weight yarns, and, in this crate, you’ll receive a skein of each! Mechita is a 100% Superwash Merino yarn (420 yards (384m) / 100g skein) while Mora is 100% Silk (225 yards (206m) / 50g skein).
During the Early Preview, we will show you close up swatches of the patterns featured in this crate, without revealing the entire piece quite yet. This way you can see how the yarn works up before choosing your Crate!
You can join the Malabrigo waitlist now and be sure you are in line to receive the Malabrigo Partner Crate in August!
Talk to us in the comments, and tell us which crate or colorways you’re most excited for. We hope you love them!!
Continue readingOur theme for April is a call to spring- Luminous. Celebrating the glowing moment of the first warm day, a golden tone that permeates the evening and makes the shadows seem cooler.
This month we were inspired by true stitch mastery! The one and only Dayana Knits has joined us to bring a stunning combination of yarn and garment designs! Dayana is a true stitch master and always has the best tips...
Continue readingThis month we partnered with the one and only Dayana Knits! Dayana is a true stitch master and always has the best tips and tricks to make any project possible! This month we are featuring her very own knit and crochet garment patterns- perfect to wear as we transition into Spring!
Our theme for April is a call to spring- Luminous. Celebrating the glowing moment of the first warm day, a golden...
Continue readingMarch is almost here, and it is time for our early preview! This month we partnered with our former Chief Creative Officer, and all-around awesome gal, Hannah Thiessen. We all miss Hannah so much, and we thought it was only right to have her be a part of this month’s journey.
Together we are taking a leisurely stroll with this month’s theme, Wanderings.Fall in step with nature and get inspired by...
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