For our August Color of the Year, we chose Sapphire blue, which is omnipresent in all levels of fashion. Consider the lowly blue jean, worn by the masses, yet still incorporated into every designer’s collection. All of America has fallen in love with blue hues, and Sapphire in particular is embraced as one of the…
Summer is the perfect time to take it easy, but you can really put your feet up on August 15th. It’s Relaxation Day, so we’re thinking of ways to celebrate. One excellent way to relax is by grabbing your latest WIP. Crafting is proven to have positive effects on stress levels, so it’s no wonder…
When you turn 140, it’s key to have a fun way to celebrate. So we’ve been counting down our top 140 patterns, and this is the roundup for weeks 3 & 4! To keep up, you’ll want to follow us on Instagram, and check out the hashtag #LBY140. In case you don’t use Instagram, you…
Earlier this month, we announced a special countdown in honor of our 140th Anniversary. We’ll be sharing our top 140 patterns, one each day, on social media with the hashtag #LBY140. And now, we’ve decided to do a roundup and share them on our blog, as well! Here are all the patterns featured in the…
Before you know it, it’ll be time for that elusive season in fashion. Still a little summery, not quite fall, when it’s almost impossible to decide what to wear. This is the time when transitional pieces come into play. Chances are, you’ve read about transitional pieces in fashion magazines, but it can be hard to…
Our new Flikka Yarn and Comfy Cotton are two peas in a pod. When you’re deliberating which to use for a project, they’re more similar than you think! They’re both Cotton/Polyester blends (50/50), but the big difference is the size. For all the details of Flikka v. Comfy Cotton, plus patterns for each, keep reading….
Ice Cream Day is coming up on July 22nd, and we’ve got the perfect way to celebrate. In addition to getting a scoop of your favorite creamy treat, grab a skein of our Ice Cream Yarn! This yarn is softer-than-soft-serve, and perfect for baby projects. If you have a little person to craft for, or…
It’s hard to believe we’re halfway through 2018, but the holidays will be here before we know it! So why not get a head start on your holiday crafting by celebrating Christmas in July? There’s no time like the present to get to work on your… well… presents! We’ve rounded up some of the easiest…
Like all of the hues on our Colors of the Year list, Clay is more of a spectrum than a single shade. And it’s one of the most ambiguous of the bunch. Is clay pink, with a hint of taupe? Or more of a brown, with tones of beige? You could even make a case…
The warmer summer months aren’t exactly the most inspiring time to start a major crafting project, like a sweater. But if you’re eager to keep up your garment-crafting skills no matter the weather, check out these cute tops! These 5 tops are the perfect way to infuse your summer style with your passion for crafting….
If you’re planning to head to the sand & sun this summer (and we hope you are!), then check out these 8 patterns. Maximize your summertime fun with crafting ideas to work up for the beach! From sunhats, to beach blankets, to totes, and more, we’re throwing a beach party, and you’re all invited. Beach…
Our sixth color of the year is the most unabashedly pink in the palette: Azalea. Once the cliche color of girlish femininity, pinks are being reclaimed these days. So an unapologetic pink, like Azalea, boasts empowered womanhood. Whether you prefer a pop of pink or choose to don it as your new neutral, Azalea will…
