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Flash Pattern Friday – Vermillion

Hello Everyone!

It’s a Special Flash Pattern release! This means that we give a normally paid pattern away for free for the weekend!

Starting today, Friday, 9/27, you can get the Vermillion Sweater pattern for free on Ravelry using the code FLASH. This offer runs through Sunday, 9/29.

This beautiful sweater was designed by Rachel Brockman, and uses Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Tweed Superwash yarn. This yarn has a classic tweed look that adds a little bit of extra to any garment. Deluxe Worsted Tweed Superwash consists of 90% superwash wool, 7% anti-pilling acrylic, 3% viscose and it is machine washable.

The Vermillion Sweater features various cable and slip-stitch panels that give the body a textured look. It is complimented with bracelet-length sleeves that are knit mainly in Stockinette Stitch with a small slipped rib pattern going through the middle. The split in the hem is a very stylish detail. This sweater is worked flat in pieces and seamed.

The Vermillion is a gorgeous addition to your wardrobe and is a sweater you will want to wear again and again.

Knit and Enjoy!

Andi

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Free Pattern Friday – Lavender Mist Shawl

Who’s happy it’s Friday? We sure are! With the release of the Lavender Mist Shawl, there’s even more reason to be excited. Designed by Rachel Brockman, this stunning accessory uses two skeins of our versatile Uni Merino yarn. The soft 75% superwash merino wool and 25% nylon fibers of the yarn make this shawl ideal for autumn!

A pair of pastel shades of Uni Merino are worked together in a two-color slip stitch pattern to create this shawl. Gorgeous lace sections elevate this accessory even more, giving you a wardrobe staple. All that’s left for you to do is pick your color combination, and with a palette of over 50 hues, there’s plenty of room to get creative!

If you love the classic colors of fall, 114 Honeycomb and 138 Black Cherry would be the perfect pair for you!

Want something sophisticated? 147 Pebble and 127 Kingfisher would make for a striking combo!

This weekend, we have a special offer for you! Now through Sunday, September 22nd, take 20% off Uni Merino and Uni Merino Neons. Plus, when you shop either of these yarns, you will get the Pop Art E-Book for FREE! That’s right! Just add the Pop Art E-Book to your cart, and the price will be automatically deducted at checkout!

Now through Sunday, September 22nd, take 20% off Uni Merino and Uni Merino Neons, and get the Pop Art E-Book free with your purchase. You must add the Pop Art E-Book to your cart, the price will be automatically deducted at checkout. This offer does not include Uni Merino Mini or Uni Merino Mini Neons.

Thanks for stopping by!

Robert

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Special Flash Pattern – Abyss Shawl

Hello Everyone!

It’s a Special Flash Pattern release! This means that we give a normally paid pattern away for free for the weekend!

Starting today, Saturday, 8/31, you can get the Abyss Shawl pattern for free on Ravelry using the code FLASH. This offer runs through Monday, 9/2.

In addition, you can shop the Abyss Kit, which includes the yarn and pattern, for 30% off during our So Long, Summer Sale!

This colorful shawl, designed by Aubrey Busek, uses both Universal Yarn Cotton Supreme Waves, a lightweight 100% cotton yarn, and Universal Yarn Cotton Supreme, a medium-weight 100% cotton yarn.

Cotton Supreme Waves is a soft yarn that sports beautiful self-striping colorways and pairs great with the solid colors of the Cotton Supreme yarn.

This is a top-down semi-circle shawl that begins with just a few stitches and rapidly grows as you work sections of the Wavy Lace stitch pattern, mixed with simple Garter stitch rows. Your finished shawl will be lightweight yet warm with a lovely drape.

The Wavy Lace stitch pattern is both written out and charted for your convenience.

You can create even more color combinations by pairing self-striping Cotton Supreme Waves with the solid shades of the Cotton Supreme.

Here are some of my favorite combinations. Tell me in the blog comments which color options you prefer.

The Abyss Shawl is a beautiful addition to your wardrobe, you will want more than one colorway!

Knit and Enjoy!

Andi

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Free Pattern Friday – Elemental Set

Happy Friday, fellow crafters! Today’s free pattern features the Elemental Set designed by the Universal Yarn Design Team.

The Elemental Set is just the ticket to start prepping for pumpkin spice season. The cowl is knit in the round as a tube and instructions are included for both a seamless and a seamed version. The hat is knit in the round from the brim up. Both pieces utilize a slip-stitch texture that showcases our vibrant Cobblestone yarn. This yarn is a 2-ply, 100% superwash merino, with one solid ply and one variegated ply, giving it the appearance of a handspun yarn. The Elemental Set uses one skein each of 101 Dragon’s Breath and 111 Paradise.

Cobblestone has 16 beautiful colors that come in a whopping 200g beehive skein. With approximately 612 yards to work with, these generously sized skeins are perfect for everything from accessories to garments.

Don’t miss out on your chance to stock up on these beauties with 20% off through Sunday, August 18th.

Keep on crafting on!

Afifa

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Free Pattern Friday – Musubime Bag

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Hi friends, and happy Friday to you! This week we have a fun freebie, the Musubime Bag, designed by Afifa Sayeed.

This adorable bag dresses up a classic Japanese Knot Bag with a moss stitch texture and brilliant color. It’s perfect for toting around smaller projects, like socks or a hat, or just for bringing along your daily essentials in style. The best part is it only takes 2 skeins of our Clean Cotton yarn to make!

Clean Cotton is a blend of 85% recycled cotton and 15% recycled polyester (totaling 100% eco-conscious!), and comes in 21 cheery colors. It’s perfect for homewares and accessories, like this weeks bag, and is highly affordable, at just $3.25 per skein. This weekend, save and extra 20% off from Friday, 8/9 – Sunday, 8/11!

Which color will you make the Musubime Bag in?

That’s all for today, happy stitching!
Ashley Jane

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Flash Friday – Tempera Socks

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Hi friends, and happy Friday to you!

This is the 4th Friday of the month, so it’s Flash Pattern Friday, meaning that we give a normally paid pattern away for free for the weekend! Starting today, Friday, 7/26, you can get the Tempera Socks pattern for free on Ravelry with the code FLASH. This offer runs through Sunday, 7/28!

These vibrant socks use three colors of Uni Merino, a super fine 75% superwash merino wool and 25% nylon blend. This yarn comes in over 50 colors in a 100g put up, and its counterpart Uni Merino Mini is available in the same shades, but in smaller 25g skeins, making this yarn an ideal choice for colorwork projects! This family of yarn also includes Uni Merino Neons and Uni Merino Mini Neons, each with 5 brilliant hues to choose from. For this weekend only (7/26-7/28), take 20% off of any of these yarns – no code needed!

The Tempera Socks are knit from the cuff down in the round and feature a heel flap and gusset. There is also a fun zig-zaggy lace motif adorning the front side of these socks, along with some criss-crossed colorwork at the cuff. Altogether, this is a punchy project that will keep you excited the whole way through!

Which colors of Uni Merino do you think you’ll try out for the Tempera Socks? We can’t wait to see all of the variations that are made!
That’s all for today, happy stitching!
Ashley Jane

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Free Pattern Friday – Cleome Cardigan

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!

Thanks for stopping by

Robert

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Free Pattern Friday – Spark Tee

Happy Free Pattern Friday! I hope you are enjoying the beautiful summer sun on this holiday week. This Friday, we are releasing a brand new pattern knit using one of our most Pop-ular yarns.

The Spark Tee was designed by Afifa Sayeed using Bamboo Pop Sock in one of the newest colors we released last year. Bamboo Pop Sock is a sock-weight yarn comprised of bamboo, cotton, and PBT; the perfect fiber blend for hot days.

The Spark Tee is the perfect essential for a casual day out. An open mesh-style stitch pattern is worked on the main body, giving this tee a stretchy, breezy feel. The mesh pattern is easy to memorize, making this tee a great choice for knitters of all skill levels.

You’ll knit the Spark Tee flat in pieces, starting with the Front. Although seaming knits may not seem like the most fun part of a project, they add structure and integrity to the final piece, which is great for elastic yarns like Bamboo Pop Sock.

After seaming, stitches are picked up around the armholes as well as the neckband to create the ribbed edging. The ribbing offers a nice textural contrast to the mesh pattern.

Designer Afifa Sayeed chose color 702 Ecstatic for the Spark Tee. I love how playful and sunny this shade looks. Bamboo Pop Sock has a unique self-shading print throughout, so any color you choose will result in an exciting finished piece. If I made the Spark Tee, I would choose color 706 Serentiy; pink and purple are my favorite colors!

Don’t forget to shop our sitewide July 4th sale this weekend only!

Happy crafting,

Aubrey

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Flash Pattern Friday – Sunburst

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.

Thanks for stopping by

Robert

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Free Pattern Friday – Sunshine Throw Worsted

This Free Pattern Friday we bring you a lighter-weight version of our fan-favorite Sunshine Throw. Meet the Sunshine Throw – Worsted designed by Rachel Brockman.

Just like it’s cousin, the Sunshine Throw, the Sunshine Throw – Worsted uses our smooth and sumptuous Cotton Supreme yarn, the difference being that the first uses the yarn held doubled for a heavier weight throw. In comparison, the second uses the yarn held single for a lighter-weight throw perfect for warmer weather. Machine washable and dryable, this easy-care yarn is the ideal choice for any project that will see a lot of attention.

This weekend only, get 20% off Cotton Supreme through Sunday, June 23rd. What color will you choose for this elegant throw?

Keep on crafting on!

Afifa