Monthly Archives: November 2012

Step It Up Knits

Posted on November 29, 2012 by VickieHowell

It’s official: my 7th book, Step It Up Knits: Take Your Skills to the Next Level with 25 Quick and Stylish Projects, is on shelves now! In this book I present all the techniques needed to become an accomplished knitter, … Continue reading →

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Thankful Thursday Dishcloths

Posted on November 22, 2012 by bernatyarns

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! It’s time for this week’s Thankful Thursday pattern! Designed by Vickie Howell and crocheted in warm, earthy shades of  Bernat Handicrafter Cotton, these dishcloths are pretty and practical gifts for the stylish hosts and hostesses in your … Continue reading →

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Movie Monday: Fantastic Mr. Fox

Posted on November 19, 2012 by VickieHowell

Since I mentioned it in my last Movie Monday post — and because it’s a great choice for family viewing this Thanksgiving — I thought I’d revisit a MM post from 2010 (only updating the pattern recommendations). Wes Anderson’s Fantastic … Continue reading →

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Community Update

Posted on November 17, 2012 by shandeh

While waiting in line for a cup of coffee the other day, I took a look around at the other people in the shop. Some were reading books, and others were staring at their computer screens. And I was pleased … Continue reading →

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Thankful Thursday Men’s Scarf

Posted on November 15, 2012 by VickieHowell

Happy third Thankful Thursday! This week’s free project is perfect for the men in your life — you know, those great guys who deserve a little extra gratitude this time of the year. A classic, textured scarf in our self-striping yarn Bernat … Continue reading →

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Community Update #14

Posted on November 10, 2012 by shandeh

Some of us experienced some scary weather last week – which has caused quite a few of us to be without power.  Luckily, we don’t need electricity to knit or crochet! For those of us with chilly feet, knitting a … Continue reading →

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Designer Project: Pompom Headband

Posted on November 9, 2012 by bernatyarns

Personalizing the Pompom Headband headband is the perfect quick project to make for – and with – the kids in your life! Pair coordinating ribbon and Bernat Satin Sparkle pompoms together for an adorably fun accessory. Learn how to make a pompom … Continue reading →

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Thankful Thursday Wine Cozy

Posted on November 8, 2012 by bernatyarns

It’s time for another Thankful Thursday! All month long, we’ll be bringing you new patterns for quick projects that make great Thanksgiving gifts for friends and family! This week’s project is a gorgeous Wine Cozy designed by Vickie Howell. Knit … Continue reading →

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Designer Project: Skate Pompoms

Posted on November 7, 2012 by VickieHowell

It’s Pompomapalooza here in Bernat-land — which as the daughter of a crafter and a child of the 80′s, suits me just fine. Each day this week, us designers are posting simple ways to incorporate yarn puffs into our daily … Continue reading →

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Designer Project: Pompom Gift Decoration

Posted on November 6, 2012 by bernatyarns

We asked our intrepid pattern designers to create new craft patterns featuring pompoms, and every day for the next five we’ll be posting one here on the blog! Turn any gift into a personalized work of art with the Pompom … Continue reading →

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