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Flash Pattern Friday – Slant

Photo of a person wearing the slant cardigan with the belt tied and a pink block with white text to the left saying "Flash Pattern Friday - Slant knit in Colorburst and Deluxe DK Superwash"

As we wrap up this month, it’s time we share our Flash Pattern – a normally paid-for pattern that you can get for free this weekend only. Colorburst and Deluxe DK Superwash collide to create a fantastic design from Rachel Brockman. Slant draws inspiration from her love for triangles and the excitement of pairing a self-shading yarn with a solid yarn. Let’s take a closer look at the brilliant characteristics of the Slant cardigan that will soon be on your needles.

Photo of a person wearing the Slant cardigan facing forward
Open cardigan design
The back of the Slant cardigan as it is being worn by a person
Triangle motifs down the back

The beautiful triangle motifs stand out the moment you place your eyes on Slant. They travel along the hemline and down the back to dress this cardigan with uniqueness. Intarsia is used for the colorwork of this piece to create a smooth, finished fabric inside and out. The remainder is knit with stockinette stitch bringing the color shifts of Colorburst to life.

Close-up of the sleeve and hemline of the Slant cardigan
The triangle motifs can be seen all along the hemline and sleeves
Close-up photo of the belt of the Slant cardigan
Optional belt knit using Deluxe DK Superwash

Other qualities to love about Slant include its open silhouette and optional belt. Whether you are on the go or relaxing at home, this cardigan’s open design makes it easy to slip on so you can stay cozy all day. Read below to see how you can get this pattern for free this weekend!

Ravelry checkout instructions

First, head to Ravelry by following this link. Next, you will want to select the “buy it now” option to add it to your cart. Once added to your cart, add the coupon code “FLASH” during checkout to get this pattern at no cost to you. This offer is valid through Sunday, April 30th!

Colorburst color 112 Romance and Deluxe DK Superwash color 846 Mulberry Heather

Colorburst and Deluxe DK Superwash have collaborated more than once to create gorgeous garments and accessories – check out the Ruby Shawl DK and Virtuoso cardigan for more inspiration. These DK weight favorites are 20% off this weekend – head to our website to shop today!

Thanks for stopping by!

Robert

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Bamboo Pop-Along!

Bamboo Pop-Along: A make-along using Bamboo Pop
North Carolina has been enjoying some really lovely weather. It has been a teaser that has everyone at the office itching to cast on a spring project that will be ready to wear as soon as things start to warm up! We’ve specifically been looking to Bamboo Pop, one of our best-selling yarns. It’s lightweight and perfect for any project you could think of. So grab your needles, your hooks, your patterns, and join us for our Bamboo Pop-Along!
Rear view of cabled Cora Crop knit in Bamboo Pop yarn
The Cora Crop, designed by Rachel Brockman, can easily be modified if you prefer a longer sweater.
This is a chance for you to knit, crochet, or weave anything you’d like using Bamboo Pop! We’re welcoming everyone – if you’re making something using Bamboo Pop, we want to see it! You have from February 6, 2019 until March 20, 2019 to complete your projects. Oh, and there will be prizes! You could win five balls of Bamboo Pop in the color of your choice! To be eligible for a prize please share photos of your finished projects in the Universal Yarn Ravelry Group (link). Only finished projects using Bamboo Pop will be entered to win. You can find the thread here (link). We cannot wait to see what projects you create!
Detail of sleeve on light blue short sleeve knit pullover
The idea started just yesterday. I decided that I wanted to make a project in time for Stitches West, held in Santa Clara from February 21st-24th. When I told Amy I wanted to knit the Cora Crop she decided she wanted to join me. And just like that, the idea for a Bamboo Pop-Along was born! Amy and I are knitting the Cora Crop. As a person who loves warm, autumnal tones, I’ve chosen to knit mine using 129 Winter Squash. It’s a dusty orange that I simply cannot resist.
Universal Yarn Bamboo Pop in 129 Winter Squash
Bamboo Pop 129 Winter Squash
Amy chose 117 Emerald for her tee. When asked why she said “I’ve always loved green. It’s my favorite color next to…black. It just makes me happy. Plus, my eyes are green/sometimes hazel, so I think wearing green brings out my eyes?” It definitely brings out your eyes, Amy!
Universal Yarn Bamboo Pop in 117 Emerald
Bamboo Pop 117 Emerald
If you want to join in, but aren’t sure Cora Crop is right for you, don’t worry! Like I said earlier, all sorts of yarny-projects are welcome. Perhaps you need some additional pattern inspiration? How about Amy Gunderson’s Right Turn Shawl? We love this graphic shawl and it’s a great project for playing with color. We know some of our customers have even hosted their own knit-along for this pattern. You can see all of the patterns we have using Bamboo Pop here (link).
Purple, gray, and white speckled knit shawl in Bamboo Pop yarn
The Right Turn Shawl, designed by Amy Gunderson, is a customer favorite that combines two solid colors of Bamboo Pop with Bamboo Pop Dots.
Are you active on social media? Use the hashtags #bamboopopalong, #bamboopop, & #universalyarn on social media so we can see your beautiful work. We’ll be sharing more about our progress, too.