Free Pattern Friday – Argentite Sweater

Hello and happy Friday, yarn lovers! Today, we’re making all your color block dreams come true with the fabulous new Argentite Sweater by Andi Javori!

This fashion-forward pullover features a cozy cowl neck and wide sleeves that put a modern spin on the classic drop-shoulder silhouette. Large sections of seed stitch color blocking, paired with the beautiful texture of Fibra Natura Kingston Tweed yarn, create a visually striking piece.

Knit flat in pieces and seamed, the Argentite Sweater is a great first intarsia project for anyone wanting to learn this useful technique. And crafters of all levels will enjoy the simple, meditative nature of the stockinette and seed stitch patterning. Perfect TV knitting for when you want to kick back and relax!

The timeless beauty of Kingston Tweed adds a polished, sophisticated look to any garment or accessory. Ideal for textured and colorwork pieces, this must-have yarn is available in a palette of 19 elegant hues inspired by nature. Choose from neutrals, like the smoky greys featured in the Argentite Sweater, or go bold with jewel tones and brights. Grab your two favorite shades and cast on today!

This weekend only, Fibra Natura Kingston Tweed yarn and all Kingston Tweed Kits are 20% off! With five show-stopping designs to choose from, it’s a great time to stock your stash and save on your next project, now through Sunday, January 26th! 

Happy knitting!

Alex

January’s Spotlight Friday – Pomtastic Hat and Scarf

If you’re looking for Free Pattern Friday, you’re in the right place! Introducing Spotlight Fridays, a new initiative allowing us to showcase stunners from the past! Our team has published hundreds of breathtaking patterns over the years, so we’re taking the chance to spotlight one every month!

Today, we’re showing off the Pomtastic Hat and Scarf, knit in beautiful Major! The gorgeous self-shading hues of Major are ready to elevate your wardrobe with this wonderfully wintry pair We know you’ll enjoy the simple yet engaging woven rib pattern, perfect for beginners and experienced knitters alike. And then, of course, who doesn’t love pom poms?

With its 100% acrylic fibers, Major will keep you extra cozy throughout winter. Plus, with a variety of exciting colorways to choose from, you can customize your Pomtastic Hat and Scarf to be uniquely yours! For example, how great would this set look in 104 Pebbles (pictured above)?!

This weekend, you can save 20% off Major and the all-new Pineapple Peacock Shawl Kit! Stunning pineapple motifs decorate this lace shawl to give you a statement accessory for any occasion! This offer is valid through Sunday, January 19th, at 11:59 PM EST. Visit our website today to shop this weekend deal!

Thanks for stopping by!

Robert

Free Pattern Friday – Wind and Waves Top

Happy Free Pattern Friday, crafters! This week, we’re dreaming of sunny days and seaside getaways, so we’re sharing a perfect pattern to cast on now and have ready in time for the summer season or your next beach vacation. Previously an LYS exclusive, the Wind and Waves Top by Yonca Ozbelli is now available as a free pattern for you to enjoy!

Like watching waves lap the shore, you’ll be captivated by the meditative undulating lace pattern in stripes of oceanic blues. And you’ll stay cool and comfortable in our luxuriously soft Cotton Supreme yarn, an excellent choice for warm weather knitting. Ideal for styling with a pair of shorts or your favorite skirt, you’ll be reaching for the Wind and Waves Top all summer long.

Knit seamlessly in the round from the bottom up and featuring a simple boxy construction, this easy-breezy tee is an approachable and entertaining project for knitters of all skill levels. Dive in and be delighted by all this gorgeous design has to offer!

Made of 100% cotton, Cotton Supreme is a smooth and sumptuous worsted-weight yarn that works up beautifully in a palette of vibrant shades. This buttery-soft yarn gets even softer with each wash (that’s right, it’s machine washable and dryable!), making it a perfect pick for next-to-skin garments and accessories for adults and children alike.

To celebrate 2025 and the release of the Wind and Waves Top, our Cotton Supreme family of yarns is 25% off this weekend! Get a head start on your summer wardrobe and save on Cotton Supreme, Cotton Supreme Speckles, and Cotton Supreme Waves, now through Sunday, January 12th!

Happy knitting!

Alex

Free Pattern Friday – Tabard Tie Vest

Happy New Year, fellow crafters! Our first Free Pattern Friday of 2025 brings you a modern take on a classic piece – the Tabard Tie Vest designed by Aubrey Busek.

This beautiful hand-knit vest, crafted in Deluxe DK Tweed, brings together texture, style, and functionality. The Tabard Tie Vest is anything but ordinary. Its clean lines and thoughtful details make it a versatile layering piece. The diamond knit-purl texture adds visual interest while keeping the knitting process engaging and the side ties allow you to customize the fit for added comfort and flair.

Knitting this vest is a joy for crafters of all skill levels. The pattern balances simplicity and complexity, with enough detail to intrigue experienced knitters while remaining approachable for intermediate knitters. The satisfaction of watching the textured design come to life is reason enough to cast on!

This vest showcases the magic of pairing modern design with a timeless yarn. Whether you’re looking to expand your knitting skills or create a new favorite piece, this project is sure to delight. Grab your needles, pick your favorite shade of Deluxe DK Tweed, and start stitching your way to cozy sophistication! With Deluxe DK Tweed being offered at a new discounted price, there’s no reason not to stock up on this fan-favorite yarn!

Keep on crafting on!

Afifa

Flash Pattern Friday – Snowstorm

We’re kicking off our Be Merry Sale with a spectacular Flash Pattern Friday! Snowstorm, designed by Amy Gunderson, is free to download on Ravelry through Thursday, December 26th. All you have to do is enter code: FLASH at checkout! Plus, we’re offering buy two, get one free on all yarn and kits during our Be Merry Sale, so this three-skein project will help you secure this deal!

The defining feature of Snowstorm is the gorgeous geometric snowflake motifs, but that’s not all there is to love! Our Kingston Tweed yarn is a soft blend of wool, alpaca, and viscose that will keep you cozy all winter. This scarf is lightweight and lofty, ideal for accessorizing over any sweater.

To get the Snowstorm pattern for free, use the “buy it now” or “add to cart” links on the Ravelry pattern page. Then enter the coupon code “FLASH” where you see the “use coupon code” link that appears during purchase. This offer expires Thursday, December 26th!

We hope you enjoy this beautiful winter accessory! Make sure to visit our website and to take advantage of buy two, get one free savings on all yarn and kits. This offer expires on Thursday, December 26th, so shop today!

Thanks for stopping by!

Robert

Free Pattern Friday – Warm and Toasty Trio

Happy Friday, crafters! Ready your needles for triple the fun, because this week’s Free Pattern Friday is three patterns in one! The Warm and Toasty Trio by Andi Javori will keep you cozy all winter long with a soft and snuggly pullover, cowl, and scarf!

The pullover is knit in pieces from the bottom up and features richly textured Seersucker Stitch sleeves, which really pop in our Deluxe Bulky Superwash yarn. Deep ribbing across the neckline and drop shoulders adds visual interest to this eye-catching sweater. The Seersucker Stitch coordinates with the patterning on the cowl and scarf, making for a stylish and cohesive look that you can mix, match, and layer to your heart’s content.

Simple shaping and an easy-to-memorize stitch pattern make all three projects enjoyable and accessible for knitters of any skill level. Knit in bulky yarn on size US 11 needles, these pieces work up quickly and live up to their name, guaranteed to keep you comfy! The Warm and Toasty Trio is sure to be your new go-to set this season!

Beautiful, durable, and machine washable, Deluxe Bulky Superwash lends long-lasting elegance to all sorts of projects, whether you’re crafting for yourself, your home, or making a special holiday gift for a loved one. With its excellent stitch definition, this 100% superwash wool yarn is well suited for textured patterns, cables, and colorwork. And its palette of over 30 shades offers endless possibilities to let your creativity shine!

As an extra treat for you, our entire Deluxe family of yarns is 30% off this weekend! It’s a great time to stock up on Deluxe Bulky Superwash and the rest of these stash-staple yarns, now through Sunday, December 15th!

Happy knitting!

Alex

Free Pattern Friday – Keepsake Cover

Hello there, fellow crafters! Do we have a treat for you today! We are starting off our Free Pattern Friday lineup for the month of December with a previously paid pattern that will now be free forever. Enjoy the Keepsake Cover as a special gift from us to you.

Looking for your next cozy crafting adventure? The Keepsake Cover is the perfect project to brighten your home and sharpen your knitting skills! Designed to showcase bold geometric patterns and vibrant color blocks, this blanket combines style, comfort, and practicality. Made with Uptown Worsted, it’s a joy to create and a dream to snuggle under.

This blanket makes a statement with its alternating stripes and intricate diamond motifs. The geometric patterns create depth and texture, while the color blocking adds a modern, playful touch. It’s versatile enough to complement any space, whether you’re going for a bright and striking look or a more subdued, elegant vibe.

Uptown Worsted is a premium anti-pilling acrylic yarn known for its softness, durability, and dynamic colors. Whether you’re crafting a gift or adding a handmade touch to your home, this yarn guarantees long-lasting beauty without fuzz or pilling. Plus, it’s machine washable, making it perfect for a blanket that will get plenty of love and use.

Enjoy 20% off this yarn now through Sunday, December 8th. Grab your knitting needles, select your favorite colors of Uptown Worsted, and get started on your masterpiece!

Keep on crafting on!

Afifa

Free Pattern Friday – Coffee Shop Set

Happy Free Pattern Friday! The holiday season is upon us, and as the weather cools down, we know you’re thinking of what cozy accessory to knit next. Our free pattern this week is just the treat for you!

The Coffee Shop Set is new this week, and was designed by me! This is a cabled hat and scarf set knit using our soft and delightful Colorburst yarn. Keep reading to learn more about this freebie!

Cables stand out against the self-shading hues of Colorburst, creating a three-dimensional texture that is a joy to knit and wear. The cabled stitch pattern has an easy-to-memorize repeat, so knitters of a variety of skill levels are sure to enjoy creating this set! The Coffee Shop Set Scarf is long enough to double around your neck on cold days, or wear it my favorite way: in a keyhole style! A matching hat with a fluffy pom pom on top completes the look, and after that, you’re ready for winter weekend fun.

Our Colorburst yarn is a single-ply blend of 65% superwash fine merino and 35% acrylic. The wool gives this DK-weight yarn a springy feel, with the added benefits of soft, machine-washable acrylic. Each colorway of Colorburst offers a medley of hues that gently shade from one to the next.

I adore Colorburst for all types of knit and crochet projects, but it looks especially beautiful in stand-out garments and accessories. Pair it with a solid color of Deluxe DK Superwash for even more possibilities!

The Coffee Shop set would be a perfect pattern to bring along to your holiday gatherings. Just one skein of Colorburst is needed, so it’s travel-friendly! Tell us in the comments which color you’d use to create yours.

Colorburst is 20% off this weekend on our website, so shop now and create your Coffee Shop Set in no time!

Happy Crafting,

Aubrey

Free Pattern Friday – Meadow Breeze Shawl

Happy Friday, yarn lovers! Today, we’re showing off the Meadow Breeze Shawl, designed by Afifa Sayeed. This beautiful accessory uses one skein of self-striping Offbeat to create a colorful wardrobe staple. This piece is warm and cozy, so you can sport it over your favorite sweater for a night out with family or friends. Let’s learn more about the details of this shawl!

The Meadow Breeze Shawl keeps it simple with beginner-friendly stockinette stitch and self-striping colors, so you can focus on the increases and decreases throughout. The soft acrylic and alpaca fibers will bring this shawl a slight halo and excellent drape.

Each 200g skein of Offbeat boasts 586 yards of yarn, making it a phenomenal choice for larger projects like the Meadow Breeze Shawl. Only one skein is needed, so you can browse the eight available colorways and pick the one your heart desires!

Photo of Offbeat

This weekend, you can save 20% off Offbeat and the Log Cabin Blankie Kit (a customer favorite)! Offbeat is a fiber blend of 90% acrylic and 10% alpaca with gorgeous self-striping hues. This yarn is ideal for garment and accessory projects, including blankets, sweaters, shawls, and more. Visit our website today and get savings on Offbeat through Sunday, November 17th, at 11:59 PM EST.

Thanks for stopping by!

Robert

Collection Spotlight: Form and Function

As the leaves are changing and a crispness fills the air, we begin to think about cozy sweaters, warm accessories, and soft scarves. Fall not only brings a beautiful transformation to our surroundings but also offers a wonderful opportunity to update our wardrobes with rich textures, colors and an AWESOME time to introduce our Uptown Family Collection! The Form and Function Collection has six patterns to knit and crochet across the Uptown line.

Arcade designed by Andi Javori

Perfect pairing to a night out, the Arcade wrap is a must have for a boat ride or a date night. Whether draped casually over a outfit or elegantly layered over a dress for an evening out, it can enhance your look while keeping you cozy. The versatility of this accessory allows it to be styled in various ways, making it a must-have in any wardrobe for that extra flair.

The combination of a reversible knit-purl texture paired with columns of pretty little cables makes this piece aesthetically interesting and entertaining to knit.

Experience the versatility of Arcade, shown in the stunning Uptown Bamboo DK, in color 536 Mist. With 38 vibrant colors to choose from, it’s the perfect opportunity to unleash your imagination and bring your projects to life!

Blueprint designed by Ashley Jane McIntyre

Picture yourself nestled by the crackling fireplace, the soft glow of the flames dancing in the room, wearing a cardigan as serene as the scene. All of that is possible with the adored Blueprint . The gradient blues of this cardigan beautifully evoke the tranquility of a serene winter sky, making it not only visually appealing but also an ideal choice for the colder seasons. Wrap yourself in this cozy piece that combines style and warmth effortlessly.

The standout feature of this cardigan is the intricate flower-inspired motif gracefully adorning the back. Skillfully crafted crocheted colorwork with this striking design element in contrasting silver adds a stunning visual impact that enhances the overall allure of the piece.

Stay cozy and stylish this cold season with the Blueprint cardigan. This colorwork crochet cardigan features a structured fit that ensures comfort, while ribbed detailing along the hem and cuffs adds a touch of casual elegance. Shown the beautiful Uptown DK Multi color 206 Mist and Uptown DK colors 118 Lolite and 125 Silver, this cardigan is designed to enhance any winter wardrobe.

Galleria designed by Rachel Brockman

The Galleria poncho is a contemporary staple, ideal for elevating your winter wardrobe. With its chic design and versatile silhouette, it effortlessly combines warmth and style, making it the perfect addition to any outfit. Whether layered over a cozy sweater or dressed up for a night out, the Galleria poncho offers a fashionable solution to keep you snug and sophisticated during the colder months.

The design incorporates large cables and intricate textures, creating an enjoyable knitting experience. It promotes a rewarding creative journey, enhances visual appeal, and offers a stimulating challenge for knitters of all skill levels.

The Galleria poncho is a statement piece that enhances your wardrobe, featuring a reversible funnel neck that can be styled cuffed or uncuffed. Made from soft, drapey anti-pilling Uptown Worsted yarn shown in color 375 Antique Rose, it showcases a subtle sheen that brings out the textures beautifully.

Juxtaposition designed by Universal Yarn Design Team

This is the statement throw your sofa needs! Juxtaposition is a gorgeous color-blocked throw suitable for knitters of all skill levels. It is worked by creating two panels. Each panel features a streamlined stockinette stitch section and a textured checkers pattern that adds depth to the finished piece. After knitting the two panels, you’ll seam them together and then work the garter stitch edging. This would be a great project to work on over the holiday season and have ready in time for snuggly winter evenings!

Four carefully selected colors smoothly transition across the blanket, resulting in a unique, handcrafted charm. Shown in Uptown Worsted in colors 373 River, 335 Acorn, 303 Cream, 351 Latte.

Promenade designed by Afifa Sayeed

If you want to knit a statement outfit topper, Promenade is just the piece for you. This ruana features a stand-out cable that dresses the center back of the piece, and a clever tab for styling the front. The self-shading colors in our Uptown Worsted Hues yarn add depth to the overall piece, with soft colors transitioning from one to the next as you knit. The reverse stockinette stitch texture provides a classic feel for the body of the ruana and allows the cable to pop in the center.

Promenade is the perfect accessory for transitional weather. It will keep you warm in the chilly morning and evening air while allowing for multiple ways to wear as the day warms up. Whether you’re headed to work in the office, or on a night out with friends, this ruana will keep you cozy and feeling fabulous.

Promenade enhances any wardrobe with its unique charm and refined quality. Meticulously crafted from Uptown Worsted Hues, and shown in color 3305 Pink Sand, this piece showcases the stunning variety and richness of color that this premium yarn offers.

Vista designed by Andi Javori

Do you love knitting pullovers? We have your next favorite pattern! Vista is a sophisticated sweater knit using super soft Uptown DK. Raglan sleeve shaping provides an excellent fit and polished feel while the directional mock cable pattern on the body offers plenty of visual interest for the finished piece.

Vista is knit from the bottom up in pieces and seamed. If you’re hesitant about knitting a seamed sweater, we encourage you to try! Seams provide structure and strength to the finished piece, ensuring you will love wearing your handmade sweater for years to come.

Vista is an essential addition to your wardrobe, expertly crafted with our luxurious Uptown DK yarn shown in the color 135 Desert Rose. With over 50 colors to choose from, you’ll find the perfect one for your wardrobe!

Limited Time Offer: Save 20% on the Uptown Line!

Now through Sunday, November 10th, enjoy 20% off the entire Uptown Line, including Uptown Bamboo DK, Uptown DK , Uptown DK Multi , Uptown Worsted, and Uptown Worsted Hues! This is the perfect opportunity to stock up on your favorite yarn and discover modern designs for every skill level. Don’t miss out on this chance to elevate your crafting projects and unleash your imagination! Uptown

Until Then,

Keep Calm and Knit On

MsGinB.