Well, Psy and Thai (mostly Thai), my cats, have finally had their big moment in front of the camera.  It was catnip and treats all day for these fur balls! We had a cat-themed photo shoot and, let me tell you, cats are not like dogs.  I personally never took the time to train my…

It’s no secret that those looking to keep up with the fashion world are constantly looking to celebrities’ style to gain inspiration. We see celebrities in movies, on television shows, on stages performing, and in the press. With all this exposure, the pressure to be on-trend must be intense!  They, unlike us, have teams of…

See it … make it! We spotted this Nuage Paillette Hand-Knit Tube Scarf in the latest Lafayette 148 catalog (on the left) and it’s gorgeous … not to mention it immediately reminded us of the Dobbs Ferry Cowl (on the right) made in Wool-Ease® Thick & Quick®. You can buy the pre-made cowl for $500…

With homework already being doled out, we bet your kids are daydreaming about what they’ll be for Halloween. Some may have had the perfect costume idea concocted months ago, while others are still weighing their options. Robot? Zoo Animal? Rock Star? Whatever they may choose, we yarncrafters know that the sky’s the limit when it comes…

August saw the launch of two fantastic yarn collections! Lion’s Pride® Woolspun® — the wool-blend yarn you love for its feel and ease — debuted 14 new colors! Our newest program, Color Made Easy, constructed new color families and made even the simplest projects look fashionable and unique. The Level-2 Easy Knit Cardigan was a favorite without a doubt.…

With seasons changing soon, we’re tempted to get started on scarves and hats — but it’s not that chilly yet! Fall is a wonderful time to experiment with layers – try adding a vest over a button down, a poncho over a simple top, or knee high socks or legwarmers over tights. Accessories like these a great ways to try…

I personally enjoy reading all the responses when we ask our Facebook fans, “What are you doing besides knitting and crocheting?” These posts are favorites of mine because they give me ideas on things to do and books to read. In the office here, it’s fun to take a break and chat about upcoming personal…

We admit it — we like to fawn over designer wear in magazines and blogs just like any other fashion-savvy person. As yarncrafters, however, we know some looks are just a few skeins away from being ours! When we spotted this Stella McCartney wrap-front cardigan, we immediately loved its high-low hem and chunky knit. Get…

We’ve been exploring color theory lately and asked our Facebook fans what their favorite color was. As it turned out, most of our fans loved deep jewel tones like purple, burgundy, and forest green — all beautiful, rich colors that feel right at home as the season changes to fall. If asked, I’d honestly have…

Crochet garments and accessories have been spotted everywhere throughout summer this year, and the look is carrying over to fall. We’ve seen crocheted pieces in fashion magazines, in clothing stores, and on our favorite celebrities. Isn’t it rewarding, then, when you realize you’re capable of making your own crochet pieces to wear? Introduce this trend…