Can you believe how fast 2025 is going by? It’s Friday, and we’re almost through February, so we have a beautiful free pattern to share with you! The Byzantium DK Shawl, designed by Amy Gunderson, features Colorburst and Deluxe DK Superwash in a gorgeous mosaic pattern that will capture the attention of those around you.
Two colorways of self-shading, DK-weight Colorburst are framed by solid Deluxe DK Superwash to give you a modern accessory. Thanks to the generous yardage of Colorburst, only three skeins are required for this project.
Colorburst and Deluxe DK Superwash are 20% off through Sunday, February 23rd! Deluxe DK Superwash is on clearance, so you’ll get an extra 20% off its clearance price while supplies last. These two wool-based yarns have teamed up many times to create gorgeous garments, like the Stained Glass Sweater, and accessories, like the Ruby Shawl DK. Visit our website today to shop this weekend’s sale!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
Friday just got sweeter, with two freebies for knitters and crocheters! Grab a delicious latte and stitch an accessory you can wear for the rest of 2024. The Metalmark Scarf and Swallowtail Scarf use self-shading Major in the colorway 134 Sunset Sky, giving you a fun wardrobe addition. Let’s learn more about these knit and crochet pieces!
The Metalmark Scarf, designed by Ashley Jane McIntyre, needs just one skein of Major! This crochet piece was inspired by the patterns and hues of beautiful Metalmark butterflies. Gorgeous lace stitches adorn this scarf, reminding us of the silhouette of these butterflies.
The Swallowtail Scarf, designed by Aubrey Busek, is also a one-skein wonder! The breathtaking lace diamond pattern will give you an accessory that will elevate any outfit this Autumn. Bulky-weight Major knits up quickly, so this scarf is perfect for a lazy weekend!
Now through Sunday, October 20th, take 20% off Major! This 100% acrylic yarn is excellent for any project, including baby blankets, shawls, sweaters, and more. The self-shading colorways are stunning, with options in pastels, bolds, neutrals, and beyond. Thanks to the fiber content, Major is machine-washable, making your garments and accessories easy to care for!
The dog days of summer are here, but with Free Pattern Friday, we’re dreaming about autumn knitting! The Cleome Cardigan, designed by Rachel Brockman, is this week’s freebie, and we’re so excited to share the beautiful qualities of this piece with you. Plus, we get the privilege of introducing you to a new yarn from our friends at Rico Design!
Cables and lace are two of the most noticeable stitch patterns in knitting, and when you combine the two, the results are breathtaking! The sensational stitch definition of Rico Design’s Luxury Natural Silk Blend makes even more of an impact. This yarn’s blend of 50% silk, 30% wool, and 20% cotton is soft and delicate, perfect for any piece worn close to the skin.
The Cleome Cardigan is truly a versatile addition to your wardrobe. Not only is this piece excellent for three-season use, but you can also sport it for any occasion.
Do you love textured stitch patterns and a gentle feel? Well, Luxury Natural Silk Blend is right up your alley! This yarn is ideal if you’re intrigued by a classic cabled sweater or cozy pair of mitts in stockinette stitch. If you need more incentive, Rico Design Luxury Natural Silk Blend is 15% off through Sunday, July 21st, at 11:59 PM EST, so shop today!
We’re waving goodbye to June in style by giving away the Sunburst shawl pattern for free through Sunday, June 30th! This beautiful accessory, designed by Aubrey Busek, is featured in our Sunkissed Summer E-Book. The entire collection spotlights silky smooth Magnolia, which you can get for an extra 15% off of its clearance price this weekend! Let’s learn why you need to add the Sunburst pattern to your queue and Magnolia to your stash.
It’s impossible not to notice the gorgeous stripes and lace stitch pattern that spans the length of this shawl. This airy design provides a stylish layering piece for the summer season. From one side to another are show-stopping tassels that add even more character to this already stunning piece.
Magnolia is a fingering weight yarn with a refreshingly soft blend of 95% modal and 5% cashmere. The color palette makes us think of a tropical island vacation, with hues like 102 Golden Sand and 105 Pamplemousse (both used in Sunburst). With 16 available shades of Magnolia, you can switch it up to show off a duo that is pleasing to you!
Magnolia has made its way to clearance and you can take an extra 15% off of the current sale price this weekend only! With a touch of luxury that won’t break the bank, we encourage you to head to our website and shop today, as this yarn is going fast! This offer expires Sunday, June 30th, at 11:59 PM EST.
We love seeing Universal Yarn featured in the spotlight! Three designs using your favorite yarns from our brand are available and we’re so excited to show them off. The Coral Canopy Cardigan (right), designed by Nazanin S Ford, using Uni Merino, the Sunny Bloom Blanket (middle), designed by Willow Crochet, using Uptown Worsted, and the Lattice Cloche Hat, designed by Sheila Pfeiffer, using Bamboo Pop. Let’s learn more about these gorgeous patterns!
Featured in “I Like Crochet” Magazine’s April 2024 issue, the Coral Canopy Cardigan is stunning! This piece is perfect for spring, with a breathtaking leaves pattern, a v-neckline, and three-quarter length sleeves. The soft, superwash merino wool and nylon blend of Uni Merino will make this cardigan a summer staple, whether you’re at the beach or relaxing at home!
Next, we’ll look at Willow Crochet’s beautiful Sunny Bloom Blanket! Using stash staple Uptown Worsted, this homeware is full of color and is as soft as can be with 100% anti-pilling acrylic fibers. This graphgan uses seven hues of Uptown Worsted, so you can practice transitioning colors like never before. To get this pattern for free, visit Knitty!
The Lattice Cloche Hat is available on Ravelry using customer-favorite Bamboo Pop! An engaging slip-stitch technique creates a lovely lattice overlay effect that will have you receiving compliments left and right. Bamboo Pop’s color palette is vast, so you can choose the hues that best match your personality and make a hat for you and a friend!
We hope you enjoyed hearing about these exciting designs! We invite you to share all of your projects with us by tagging us @universal_yarn on Instagram. Stay tuned for next month’s publication spotlight!
If you have been having problems finding or downloading paid patterns from Rico Design, Yarn Vibes, and Universal Yarn E-Books immediately after purchase, this blog post is for you!
Dervla Colorwork SweaterPop Art E-Book
We have made a picture-based tutorial to help guide you and make sure you download the pattern you paid for. If you are mainly purchasing patterns on your desktop, pay attention to the screenshots below. If you are purchasing patterns on your iPhone or Android, please scroll to the bottom to see video tutorials for each device.
Step 1 – After your pattern purchase, an order confirmation page will appear. Once on this page, click the blue “Download Now” button shown beneath the name of the pattern you just purchased. Please note – it may take a few seconds for this button to appear.
Step 2 – Depending on your computer, you will either see a popup to save your purchased pattern (right image), or you will have to click the three dots in the top right corner of your internet browser window (we are showing this using Google Chrome), and then click “Downloads” (left image).
Step 3 – After downloading your pattern, another way to view the PDF is via files. For Windows, this will be “File Explorer” application and for Mac, this will be the “Finder” application. Once you have this open, simply select the downloads folder.
Step 4 – Within the downloads folder, you will see a PDF document for your purchased pattern. Upon clicking this document, your PDF will open and you can start stitching!
Important Note – After your purchase of any paid pattern, you will also receive an email confirmation of purchase that contains a download link. You can also click this link to access your pattern.
Keep in mind, files can be downloaded a maximum of three times. This does not mean you can only open the PDF three times, rather, you will only see the pattern download on your first three attempts of clicking the download button. Check your downloads folder after your first download attempt to avoid reaching the maximum number of downloads.
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