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New issue of YARN book-a-zine by Scheepjes* is here again. This time it’s all about colors and textures. And is called Tropical Issue. My own pouf design was also included together with 14 other crochet, knitting and sewing patterns. Excited? I am!
YARN book-a-zine is a publication by Scheepjes which combines the features of a magazine and a book. Impressive style, quality mat paper, perfect pictures and exclusive patterns – it’s all is about YARN. It is released twice a year, always with a new theme. You can check overviews of two previous Sea Issue and Midnight Garden Issue HERE on my blog.
I can’t tell how much excited I am to be a part of this project together with other Scheepjes bloggers – crochet and knit designers and just wonderful and friendly ladies. We, as you, readers, don’t know anything about coming issue of YARN before it’s actually released. We are teased with sneak peeks and are dying to see it all for real. And every time it’s a great surprise.
New Topical Issue includes 15 crochet, knitting and sewing patterns. But inside you will find more than that. YARN 3 introduces textile artist Kaffe Fassett and designing Studio Roof. You will learn about the art of ribbon embroidery (with a list of recommended books to start mastering this craft) and history of scissors! How many pairs of scissors do you have? Did you know that to obtain a perfect result you should choose a certain type of scissors for every craft? And finally YARN 3 gives an insight into creative personality of Christa Veenstra, a crochet designer behind TheCurioCraftsRoom.
My own contribution is a crochet pattern for a Tropical Flower Pouf. Based on a textured mandala design it will add a pop of color to any interior. The pouf is reversible with different order of colors for each mandala on top and the bottom. Practical handles on the sides make it very easy to move the pouf around the place. And of course, the pouf can be made in any color palette! I used Bloom yarn* by Scheepjes, which is also one of my favorites. Being 100% cotton with a nice stiffness it comes in a range of bright and happy shades.
I am not going to show you each and every design included into a newest YARN issue (let it be a little surprise, but I can guarantee you will not be disappointed). But I just have to tell about my own favorites.
Pina Colada Shawl by Nerissa Muijs (Miss Neriss)! What do you think? I think it looks fantastic. With simple lines and semi-colored shades. I haven’t seen it in person but I know how Secret Garden yarn looks and feels, and I can just imagine what a joy is to wear this shawl. It’s definitely on my to-do list.
Amazon Blanket by Rachele Carmona (Cypress Textiles). Just WOW! I have been following Rachele’s work on Instagram for a while and I am impressed what everything she is able to make with small crochet motifs of different shapes. And at what incredible speed new blankets are born. I am not sure I personally can make anything like this, even following the pattern. As I will probably lack patience to produce so many small pieces and join them together. But I would not mind if someone made this blanket for me as a gift! (dreaming, dreaming…)
Want to see more? Tropical Issue of YARN book-a-zine is available in your local Scheepjes stores, at Wool Warehouse* (in UK with international shipping), Knotty House (Canada)* and should be soon available at Loveknitting* (for US only).
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YARN book-a-zine is a publication by Scheepjes which combines the features of a magazine and a book. Impressive style, quality mat paper, perfect pictures and exclusive patterns – it’s all is about YARN. It is released twice a year, always with a new theme. You can check overviews of two previous Sea Issue and Midnight Garden Issue HERE on my blog.
I can’t tell how much excited I am to be a part of this project together with other Scheepjes bloggers – crochet and knit designers and just wonderful and friendly ladies. We, as you, readers, don’t know anything about coming issue of YARN before it’s actually released. We are teased with sneak peeks and are dying to see it all for real. And every time it’s a great surprise.
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| Summer Cover-up by Sarah Knight |
New Topical Issue includes 15 crochet, knitting and sewing patterns. But inside you will find more than that. YARN 3 introduces textile artist Kaffe Fassett and designing Studio Roof. You will learn about the art of ribbon embroidery (with a list of recommended books to start mastering this craft) and history of scissors! How many pairs of scissors do you have? Did you know that to obtain a perfect result you should choose a certain type of scissors for every craft? And finally YARN 3 gives an insight into creative personality of Christa Veenstra, a crochet designer behind TheCurioCraftsRoom.
My own contribution is a crochet pattern for a Tropical Flower Pouf. Based on a textured mandala design it will add a pop of color to any interior. The pouf is reversible with different order of colors for each mandala on top and the bottom. Practical handles on the sides make it very easy to move the pouf around the place. And of course, the pouf can be made in any color palette! I used Bloom yarn* by Scheepjes, which is also one of my favorites. Being 100% cotton with a nice stiffness it comes in a range of bright and happy shades.
I am not going to show you each and every design included into a newest YARN issue (let it be a little surprise, but I can guarantee you will not be disappointed). But I just have to tell about my own favorites.
Pina Colada Shawl by Nerissa Muijs (Miss Neriss)! What do you think? I think it looks fantastic. With simple lines and semi-colored shades. I haven’t seen it in person but I know how Secret Garden yarn looks and feels, and I can just imagine what a joy is to wear this shawl. It’s definitely on my to-do list.
Amazon Blanket by Rachele Carmona (Cypress Textiles). Just WOW! I have been following Rachele’s work on Instagram for a while and I am impressed what everything she is able to make with small crochet motifs of different shapes. And at what incredible speed new blankets are born. I am not sure I personally can make anything like this, even following the pattern. As I will probably lack patience to produce so many small pieces and join them together. But I would not mind if someone made this blanket for me as a gift! (dreaming, dreaming…)
Want to see more? Tropical Issue of YARN book-a-zine is available in your local Scheepjes stores, at Wool Warehouse* (in UK with international shipping), Knotty House (Canada)* and should be soon available at Loveknitting* (for US only).
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Ok, it seems like I am writing about handmade blankets again and again. Am I turning into a blanket person? I hope so! Blankets are very cozy and they make great gifts. Earlier this week I shared a free knitting pattern of my new Forest Spirit baby blanket. And today I would like to tell you something else. If you haven’t heard about it yet, a new (second) issue of Scheepjes YARN book-a-zine* was published in October. And it features my new Moonlight Butterfly baby blanket design.
Did I tell what it feels like to see your name in print? I hope I will never get used to it. And every time I will be as excited as when I got mail from the Netherlands with freshly printed copy of YARN. Maybe I am totally old-fashioned. But I just love to turn pages of a real printed magazine, and to smell the print. And to turn pages of a new Midnight Garden issue is a true journey to the world of esthetic pleasure.
October 2016 issue is full of mystery, night dreams, foggy and super stylish pictures. With a feel and smell of festive season coming. 15 new patterns (mainly crochet, but also knitting and sewing) are featured. And I am so honored to be a part of this fantastic project again (just to remind you, two my designs were published in 1st Sea Issue of YARN book-a-zine. These are Striped knitted top and Stepping Stones crochet pouf cover. You can read my review of this publication HERE).
This time I created a small and cute baby blanket with butterfly motifs. Scheepjes wanted me to design something for a chapter “Fluttering in the Wind” and I immediately thought of a square with colorful butterfly. I wanted to create a blanket which would remind a print with plain background (I finally chose grey shade) and many butterflies in different colours. Later when I started to play with yarn, I decided to make butterfly’s antennas free standing. So that small hands could explore them, it would give babies a nice motoric experience.
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For this design I combined SoftFun and SoftFun Aquarel yarns by Scheepjes in dusty, washed out shades. Moonlight Butterfly blanket is not bright, and I avoided to use pink to make it unisex. This pattern is ranked as intermediate mostly because of the butterfly’s shape and not regular repeats. But all the stitches used in this pattern are very common. And advanced beginners should handle it without a problem.
I definitely should tell you more about 2nd issue of YARN book-a-zine. When reviewing something, I try to be as objective as possible. And I should say that I absolutely love this edition. Every small detail is well polished, the whole issue has a very clear and nice festive concept, it’s printed on a thick and mat paper, the photography is great! When you hold it in hands, it feels like a lasting for years book rather than a magazine.
Let me show you several of my personal favourites (sorry, I am not free to give away everything, and it would also spoil your own “ohhh” and “ahhh”). Designs you see in the picture below are created by Miss Neriss.
Except of the patterns you will find useful articles, for example about how to choose a crochet hook. And you will get acquainted with fiber and textile artists. YARN is featuring Mr. Finch!!! Do you know him? If not – that’s a huge mistake. I started to follow him on Facebook 2 years ago. It’s the most brilliant and mystery textile artist I know!
Every issue of YARN book-a-zine has a very handy flop in the end, with all abbreviations used in the patterns, punched holes and blank pages which you can use to keep yarns and shades under control and to make notes about your projects. I used mine to plan Lapghan with Spirit yarn*, designed by Dedri from Look At What I Made.
Excited? 2nd issue of YARN book-a-zine is already available for purchase via Wool Warehouse HERE*, Deramores HERE* and in your local Scheepjes shops. It’s published in English and Dutch and the price is £5.95.
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DISCLOSURE: This blog contains affiliate links. If you purchase a (any) product via a link on my blog, I get a small percentage contribution from the store which enables me to keep providing you with free patterns. It costs you nothing extra to visit the store via my link, but ensure I get the credit for the sale. Thank you for your support!
Did I tell what it feels like to see your name in print? I hope I will never get used to it. And every time I will be as excited as when I got mail from the Netherlands with freshly printed copy of YARN. Maybe I am totally old-fashioned. But I just love to turn pages of a real printed magazine, and to smell the print. And to turn pages of a new Midnight Garden issue is a true journey to the world of esthetic pleasure.
October 2016 issue is full of mystery, night dreams, foggy and super stylish pictures. With a feel and smell of festive season coming. 15 new patterns (mainly crochet, but also knitting and sewing) are featured. And I am so honored to be a part of this fantastic project again (just to remind you, two my designs were published in 1st Sea Issue of YARN book-a-zine. These are Striped knitted top and Stepping Stones crochet pouf cover. You can read my review of this publication HERE).
This time I created a small and cute baby blanket with butterfly motifs. Scheepjes wanted me to design something for a chapter “Fluttering in the Wind” and I immediately thought of a square with colorful butterfly. I wanted to create a blanket which would remind a print with plain background (I finally chose grey shade) and many butterflies in different colours. Later when I started to play with yarn, I decided to make butterfly’s antennas free standing. So that small hands could explore them, it would give babies a nice motoric experience.
Add this pattern to your Ravelry Queue
For this design I combined SoftFun and SoftFun Aquarel yarns by Scheepjes in dusty, washed out shades. Moonlight Butterfly blanket is not bright, and I avoided to use pink to make it unisex. This pattern is ranked as intermediate mostly because of the butterfly’s shape and not regular repeats. But all the stitches used in this pattern are very common. And advanced beginners should handle it without a problem.
I definitely should tell you more about 2nd issue of YARN book-a-zine. When reviewing something, I try to be as objective as possible. And I should say that I absolutely love this edition. Every small detail is well polished, the whole issue has a very clear and nice festive concept, it’s printed on a thick and mat paper, the photography is great! When you hold it in hands, it feels like a lasting for years book rather than a magazine.
Let me show you several of my personal favourites (sorry, I am not free to give away everything, and it would also spoil your own “ohhh” and “ahhh”). Designs you see in the picture below are created by Miss Neriss.
Except of the patterns you will find useful articles, for example about how to choose a crochet hook. And you will get acquainted with fiber and textile artists. YARN is featuring Mr. Finch!!! Do you know him? If not – that’s a huge mistake. I started to follow him on Facebook 2 years ago. It’s the most brilliant and mystery textile artist I know!
Every issue of YARN book-a-zine has a very handy flop in the end, with all abbreviations used in the patterns, punched holes and blank pages which you can use to keep yarns and shades under control and to make notes about your projects. I used mine to plan Lapghan with Spirit yarn*, designed by Dedri from Look At What I Made.
Excited? 2nd issue of YARN book-a-zine is already available for purchase via Wool Warehouse HERE*, Deramores HERE* and in your local Scheepjes shops. It’s published in English and Dutch and the price is £5.95.
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DISCLOSURE: This blog contains affiliate links. If you purchase a (any) product via a link on my blog, I get a small percentage contribution from the store which enables me to keep providing you with free patterns. It costs you nothing extra to visit the store via my link, but ensure I get the credit for the sale. Thank you for your support!
Issue 5 of YARN book-a-zine has freshly come out of print and safely arrived to my place yesterday. It was probably one of the most exciting and impatiently awaited YARN project I have contributed to. Because… Because it’s very personal. Because it tells the story of our Scheepjes bloggers Tribe. And my own story. And besides that lots of wonderful crochet and knitting pattern inside.
If this is the first time you come across YARN, it’s a biannual book-a-zine published by Scheepjes yarn company. It combines the features of both a magazine and a book. And each issue is themed, so you can create your own collection. This is the fifth book-a-zine called WOMAN, and you can check previous issues HERE.
No need to say I love each and everyone, and not because I am one of the contributing designers. I like the whole concept of this edition, I like the styling and thick quality paper. And I know that YARN is a true labor of love. It’s created by creative and friendly people who are passionate about yarn and crafts.
I am not sure I can describe with words what YARN 5 is about. So probably the pictures can speak better. This issue includes 14 crochet and knitting patterns (garments, shawls, wraps, blankets, tablecloth, pillows and accessories). In this issue you will also find a “Must-Haves” guide about stylish and handy crafty tools and accessories, and get acquainted with Anne Ten Donkelaar, a designer and artist.
And the central chapter is devoted to Scheepjes Bloggers group (or, Tribe, as we call it). You’ll meet all bloggers – super creative, lovely and friendly ladies and one man, and you’ll learn more about individuals colorways of brand new yarn Our Tribe by Scheepjes (reviewed HERE). And because we are talking about Our Tribe yarn now, be sure to check an article by Tammy of Canadutch who swatched each and every colorway for you to see the colorchanges.
I will not show you all designs included in YARN 5 (you can see previews on Ravelry HERE), but I just have to tell you about my own designs. Which I am very proud of.
One of them is Amethyst Dress – my latest challenge in garment design and sizing. The dress uses Whirl* and Whirlette* yarns in matching and gorgeous lavender shades. The construction is very simple: square yoke is growing down to an A-shaped skirt. And the dress comes in 5 sizes (S-XXL).
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And another design I contributed to YARN 5 is Techno Clutch made in tapestry crochet with 10g mini skeins of Catona* yarn (or ‘cuties pies’).
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I was a bit in a hurry wanting to show you newest issue of YARN book-a-zine, and I didn’t really have time to sit down and carefully read it through. So please, excuse me, I am off to read.
And you can grab your own copy (in English or in Dutch) in your local Scheepjes shops or via online retailers : Caro’s Atelier* (IN STOCK!!! - NL and Europe), Wool Warehouse* and Black Sheep Wools* - will be in stock any day now (UK with international shipping), and Knotty House* (Canada). Enjoy!
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| Photo credit: Scheepjes |
As women, we can wear many different “hats” throughout our lives: daughter, sister, mother, wife, friend. These are roles that unite us, and can sometimes define us. But more importantly, throughout the many roles we play in our lives, we grow and develop. We become stronger, more confident and wiser.
In this 5th issue of YARN book-a-zine, we explore and celebrate the similarities and differences that unite us together as women. We join hand in hand with women of different ages, cultures, shapes and sizes, to bring you design that tells our stories.
Intro from YARN 5
If this is the first time you come across YARN, it’s a biannual book-a-zine published by Scheepjes yarn company. It combines the features of both a magazine and a book. And each issue is themed, so you can create your own collection. This is the fifth book-a-zine called WOMAN, and you can check previous issues HERE.
No need to say I love each and everyone, and not because I am one of the contributing designers. I like the whole concept of this edition, I like the styling and thick quality paper. And I know that YARN is a true labor of love. It’s created by creative and friendly people who are passionate about yarn and crafts.
I am not sure I can describe with words what YARN 5 is about. So probably the pictures can speak better. This issue includes 14 crochet and knitting patterns (garments, shawls, wraps, blankets, tablecloth, pillows and accessories). In this issue you will also find a “Must-Haves” guide about stylish and handy crafty tools and accessories, and get acquainted with Anne Ten Donkelaar, a designer and artist.
And the central chapter is devoted to Scheepjes Bloggers group (or, Tribe, as we call it). You’ll meet all bloggers – super creative, lovely and friendly ladies and one man, and you’ll learn more about individuals colorways of brand new yarn Our Tribe by Scheepjes (reviewed HERE). And because we are talking about Our Tribe yarn now, be sure to check an article by Tammy of Canadutch who swatched each and every colorway for you to see the colorchanges.
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| Photo credit: Canadutch |
I will not show you all designs included in YARN 5 (you can see previews on Ravelry HERE), but I just have to tell you about my own designs. Which I am very proud of.
One of them is Amethyst Dress – my latest challenge in garment design and sizing. The dress uses Whirl* and Whirlette* yarns in matching and gorgeous lavender shades. The construction is very simple: square yoke is growing down to an A-shaped skirt. And the dress comes in 5 sizes (S-XXL).
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| Photo credit: Scheepjes |
And another design I contributed to YARN 5 is Techno Clutch made in tapestry crochet with 10g mini skeins of Catona* yarn (or ‘cuties pies’).
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| Photo credit: Scheepjes |
I was a bit in a hurry wanting to show you newest issue of YARN book-a-zine, and I didn’t really have time to sit down and carefully read it through. So please, excuse me, I am off to read.
And you can grab your own copy (in English or in Dutch) in your local Scheepjes shops or via online retailers : Caro’s Atelier* (IN STOCK!!! - NL and Europe), Wool Warehouse* and Black Sheep Wools* - will be in stock any day now (UK with international shipping), and Knotty House* (Canada). Enjoy!
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To tell I am excited is to tell nothing today. Yesterday I got a mail from the Netherlands which I was patiently waiting for a month already. And when I finally got it and opened it, I jumped up to the ceiling, and then screamed loudly, and then made a happy dance. The first issue of “Yarn” book-a-zine was here. And I could finally touch it. And smell it. And read it.
While writing reviews I usually try to get rid of emotions and to be as objective as possible. But today, I am afraid, there is no way for me to be objective, as my dream came true and my designs were published for the first time! And in such a beautiful edition.
“Yarn” book-a-zine is published by Scheepjes and all designs use their yarns. The first issue was inspired by the sea (and it is actually called “The Sea Issue”) with everything related to this topic. So if you are as much in love with the sea as I am, this book-a-zine is right for you.
There are 13 crochet, knitting and even macramé patterns collected together, along with interesting articles about how to choose cotton yarn, Scheepjes story and inspiring insights into designer’s work and creative process.
Honestly, I enjoyed every single page, and not because two of my designs are featured (and my knitted top is on both front and back covers, yay!!). But I enjoyed the whole concept and quality of this edition. Every detail was taken into consideration, the photography is amazing and the whole issue is “tied” with one and the same color scheme.
Here are a few interesting facts about “Yarn”:
Two my designs are featured in the first issue – an airy and light Striped Top made with Rhythm Alpaca and Mohair yarns. It is a variation of my first ever knitted Blue Feather Sweater. By the way there is a ready kit with all yarns and beads available for purchase at Paradise Fibers* (US). And Stepping Stones (made with Mini Noodle* T-shirt yarn) which are actually the covers for ready poufs. For example they perfectly suit ALSEDA poufs from IKEA.
And I have my own favourites. For example this summer sweater with open back desinged by Annelies Baes from Vicarno! I definitely need it in my own life (and I still hope we will find an opportunity to go to the sea this summer...).
I don’t really know what else I can say about this wonderful publication. You better grab your own copy and read it yourself :) Book-a-zine “Yarn” is available for purchase HERE on Wool Warehouse* (international shipping), HERE at Paradise Fibers* (US) and in local Scheepjes shops. Enjoy!!
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While writing reviews I usually try to get rid of emotions and to be as objective as possible. But today, I am afraid, there is no way for me to be objective, as my dream came true and my designs were published for the first time! And in such a beautiful edition.
“Yarn” book-a-zine is published by Scheepjes and all designs use their yarns. The first issue was inspired by the sea (and it is actually called “The Sea Issue”) with everything related to this topic. So if you are as much in love with the sea as I am, this book-a-zine is right for you.
There are 13 crochet, knitting and even macramé patterns collected together, along with interesting articles about how to choose cotton yarn, Scheepjes story and inspiring insights into designer’s work and creative process.
Honestly, I enjoyed every single page, and not because two of my designs are featured (and my knitted top is on both front and back covers, yay!!). But I enjoyed the whole concept and quality of this edition. Every detail was taken into consideration, the photography is amazing and the whole issue is “tied” with one and the same color scheme.
Here are a few interesting facts about “Yarn”:
- “Yarn” has the size of a computer tablet and perfectly fits the handbag. And in fact it looks and feels more like a book (with 74 pages), than a magazine. Though at the magazine’s price – €6.95/ £4.95.
- Both copies in English and Dutch are available.
- It is published on a thick matte paper. The pages are not glued, but stitched and it allows the book-a-zine to lay almost flat.
- There are several blank pages for you to make notes or even use them as inspiration boards.
- At the back you will find a very practical flap with all the abbreviations used in the patterns. So every time you knit or crochet something, you have all abbreviations in one place. And there are also punched holes for your yarn samples.
Two my designs are featured in the first issue – an airy and light Striped Top made with Rhythm Alpaca and Mohair yarns. It is a variation of my first ever knitted Blue Feather Sweater. By the way there is a ready kit with all yarns and beads available for purchase at Paradise Fibers* (US). And Stepping Stones (made with Mini Noodle* T-shirt yarn) which are actually the covers for ready poufs. For example they perfectly suit ALSEDA poufs from IKEA.
And I have my own favourites. For example this summer sweater with open back desinged by Annelies Baes from Vicarno! I definitely need it in my own life (and I still hope we will find an opportunity to go to the sea this summer...).
I don’t really know what else I can say about this wonderful publication. You better grab your own copy and read it yourself :) Book-a-zine “Yarn” is available for purchase HERE on Wool Warehouse* (international shipping), HERE at Paradise Fibers* (US) and in local Scheepjes shops. Enjoy!!
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Here is something I should have shared with you long ago. If you are on Ravelry you might have spotted a new poncho design which has recently appeared on my page. It’s Winter Light Poncho, and it’s a part of a magically beautiful YARN book-a-zine* published by Scheepjes. The new edition is called Dutch Masters.
I’ve been a part of this project for two years already, but every new issue amazes me more and more. If you haven’t even heard about YARN book-a-zine you might want to check it out. It’s something in the middle between a magazine and a book. Each issue contains around 15 knitting, crochet and sewing patterns accompanied with useful articles and insights into creative process of artists and designers.
Every new issue is themed. We already had Sea Issue, Midnight Garden Issue, Tropical Issue and here is a new one – devoted to Dutch Masters. I am a little bit addicted to printed books and magazines. And though my husband is an IT specialist reading everything on his mobile phone or on electronic book reader, I still find something magical and charming about holding a real paper book in hands.
The quality of YARN book-a-zine is supreme. Thick matt paper, high quality pictures (all made according to themes and chapters, very moody and special), additional pages for your notes and flap to help you organize the projects. The book-a-zine is published in both English and Dutch.
As already mentioned, new edition is devoted to Dutch Master featuring Vermeer, Mondrian, Rembrandt and Van Gogh. And all projects were designed in color palette and with the “mood” of their paintings. The pictures were taken in amazing interiors and wonderfully translate the feel of each artist. Just amazing. And very stylish.
I was asked to design a poncho for a new issue, and though I am still not confident in garment design, I decided to take the challenge. The poncho is one size (I believe it’s good for everyone – with a slight oversize look for smaller sizes and perfect fit for larger sizes), with a kind of “sleeves” and long knit-look tunnel neck.
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Depending on how you want to wear the poncho, you can make a knit-look fabric on the right or wrong side. I prefer to have the neck as a tunnel without shaping (so that it’s draping itself), but for a magazine it was folded for a neater look. And so that photography perfectly matches the Vermeer chapter.
The poncho uses approx. 22 skeins of Merino Soft Brush* yarn by Scheepjes. This yarn line was created as an addition to existing Merino Soft* range (reviewed HERE). So far it comes in 7 shades – each with a nice semi-colored effect. And all of them can be used in combination with regular Merino Soft yarn.
I am often asked if Winter Light Poncho is available for purchase as a single pattern, and the answer is no. It is only available in a book-a-zine. But believe me, it’s a must have and a must read. Dutch Masters issue is available in local Scheepjes shops and via larger retailers such as Wool Warehouse* (UK with international shipping).
New issue of YARN boo-a-zine contains 16 other patterns, articles about different types of yarn (with some interesting facts about acrylic), about tatting technique. It also presents work by Mathijs Siemens and Anne-Claire Petit.
I would love to show you everything in this blog post but I don’t want to spoil your surprise. My personal favourites are New Horizons Blanket by Rachele of Cypress Textiles, Almond Blossom Scarf by Nerissa of Miss Neriss and the Bedroom Rug by Dedri of Look At What I Made.
Want to see more? Grab your own copy and Enjoy!
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I’ve been a part of this project for two years already, but every new issue amazes me more and more. If you haven’t even heard about YARN book-a-zine you might want to check it out. It’s something in the middle between a magazine and a book. Each issue contains around 15 knitting, crochet and sewing patterns accompanied with useful articles and insights into creative process of artists and designers.
Every new issue is themed. We already had Sea Issue, Midnight Garden Issue, Tropical Issue and here is a new one – devoted to Dutch Masters. I am a little bit addicted to printed books and magazines. And though my husband is an IT specialist reading everything on his mobile phone or on electronic book reader, I still find something magical and charming about holding a real paper book in hands.
The quality of YARN book-a-zine is supreme. Thick matt paper, high quality pictures (all made according to themes and chapters, very moody and special), additional pages for your notes and flap to help you organize the projects. The book-a-zine is published in both English and Dutch.
As already mentioned, new edition is devoted to Dutch Master featuring Vermeer, Mondrian, Rembrandt and Van Gogh. And all projects were designed in color palette and with the “mood” of their paintings. The pictures were taken in amazing interiors and wonderfully translate the feel of each artist. Just amazing. And very stylish.
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| New Horizons Blanket by Cypress Textiles |
I was asked to design a poncho for a new issue, and though I am still not confident in garment design, I decided to take the challenge. The poncho is one size (I believe it’s good for everyone – with a slight oversize look for smaller sizes and perfect fit for larger sizes), with a kind of “sleeves” and long knit-look tunnel neck.
Add this pattern to your Ravelry Queue
Depending on how you want to wear the poncho, you can make a knit-look fabric on the right or wrong side. I prefer to have the neck as a tunnel without shaping (so that it’s draping itself), but for a magazine it was folded for a neater look. And so that photography perfectly matches the Vermeer chapter.
The poncho uses approx. 22 skeins of Merino Soft Brush* yarn by Scheepjes. This yarn line was created as an addition to existing Merino Soft* range (reviewed HERE). So far it comes in 7 shades – each with a nice semi-colored effect. And all of them can be used in combination with regular Merino Soft yarn.
I am often asked if Winter Light Poncho is available for purchase as a single pattern, and the answer is no. It is only available in a book-a-zine. But believe me, it’s a must have and a must read. Dutch Masters issue is available in local Scheepjes shops and via larger retailers such as Wool Warehouse* (UK with international shipping).
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| Almond Blossom Scarf by Miss Neriss |
New issue of YARN boo-a-zine contains 16 other patterns, articles about different types of yarn (with some interesting facts about acrylic), about tatting technique. It also presents work by Mathijs Siemens and Anne-Claire Petit.
I would love to show you everything in this blog post but I don’t want to spoil your surprise. My personal favourites are New Horizons Blanket by Rachele of Cypress Textiles, Almond Blossom Scarf by Nerissa of Miss Neriss and the Bedroom Rug by Dedri of Look At What I Made.
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| The Bedroom Rug by Look At What I Made |
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An exciting mail landed in my mailbox in early March. Both my personal and creative lives were a bit busy last couple of weeks, and I didn’t have a chance to share a review of latest Scheepjes YARN book-a-zine with you. But I can’t wait anymore, as I am so very proud of my new design. And I want the whole world to know about it, haha.
The newest YARN book-a-zine is called “NOW Age”, and it’s already 9th edition. It contains 16 gorgeous crochet and knitting patterns and features work of two artists: Nathalie Wijker and Flora Bowley, and an interview with Job de Bondt (owner of Scheepjes) about sustainability.
As always, the quality of a book-a-zine (designs, pictures, paper, layout) are just magic. And I am happy to be a part of it.
My contribution was Free Flow Shawl designed for a chapter Spiritual. This design is knitting – very unusual for me. As you now, I mostly design crochet. I’ve learned many things, tips&tricks and techniques in past 5 years of professional designing. And I am still challenging myself.
I was asked to create a shawl which would resemble the texture of agate stone. The first time I saw an inspirational board, I thought about knitting short rows immediately. And because I have never tried them before, it seemed like a great chance to add another technique to my skills – both crafting and designing.
It took a while before I figured out the math for a half circle. I chose garter stitch for the short rows, because it makes wraps&turns invisible. Just perfect for beginners in knitting. And Secret Garden yarn* is very forgiving for knitting, because it has irregular texture and can easily hide all “uncertainties” of the gauge.
I should say I love each and every pattern from the latest YARN. And my personal favorites are Chakra Energy Flags by Nerissa of Miss Neriss,
Celestial Mandala by Dedri of Look At What I Made,
and Floral Eclipse Throw by Rachele of Cypress Textiles.
You can have a peek of all designs from NOW Age edition of Scheepjes YARN book-a-zine HERE on Ravelry. And grab your own copy via local Scheepjes stockiest, and international retailers:
Wool Warehouse*, Black Sheep Wools* (UK, international shipping)
Caro’s Atelier *(NL and Europe)
Taemombo (US and Canada)
And in a meanwhile, Scheepjes has launch a brand-new publication “Pretty Little Things”. I’ve got the copy of the first edition just today (luckily post is still working for us).
Maybe I should give a short introduction of what Pretty Little Things are and what they are about. It’s a small paper publication with three small patterns/projects inside. The first one is called Pets and features a Kitty Cat Doorstep (crochet pattern), Goldie the Fish Bag (sewing pattern) and Dog Tooth Jacket (knit pattern).
All three are relatively small and quick to make. And they can become great companions for travels (not actual at the moment, but let’s hope we will be able to travel again very soon!) or just small projects to give a break from current huge wips.
As you can see, Pretty Little Things is a multicraftual publication. In each themed issue which will come out monthly, you’ll discover one knit, one crochet and one craft project, plus the occasional bonus pattern, designed to appeal to crafters looking for a more beginner-friendly, quick or affordable make.
Every edition will also feature Scheepjes yarns (obviously), and both knit and crochet projects in the first one are using Chunky Monkey yarn.
I was intrigued by a mosaic pattern of the Dog Tooth Jacket and grabbed yarn and needles immediately to make a small swatch! It’s been long ago since I tried fair isle knitting last time. Now, looking at the picture, I am not sure what I was doing in the beginning and end of every row. :) Looks like tension is off... YouTube will probably be my best friend next weeks. And why not? Why not to use plenty of time we have right now to master a new technique?
By the way I must say, that Chunky Monkey* is perfect yarn for any kinds of experiments. It gives nice stitch definition, easy to knit and crochet with, and easy to frog!
Pretty Little Things are available from the same retailers as YARN book-a-zine (check links above).
I’ll get back to my knitting swatch, and see you soon!
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The newest YARN book-a-zine is called “NOW Age”, and it’s already 9th edition. It contains 16 gorgeous crochet and knitting patterns and features work of two artists: Nathalie Wijker and Flora Bowley, and an interview with Job de Bondt (owner of Scheepjes) about sustainability.
As always, the quality of a book-a-zine (designs, pictures, paper, layout) are just magic. And I am happy to be a part of it.
My contribution was Free Flow Shawl designed for a chapter Spiritual. This design is knitting – very unusual for me. As you now, I mostly design crochet. I’ve learned many things, tips&tricks and techniques in past 5 years of professional designing. And I am still challenging myself.
I was asked to create a shawl which would resemble the texture of agate stone. The first time I saw an inspirational board, I thought about knitting short rows immediately. And because I have never tried them before, it seemed like a great chance to add another technique to my skills – both crafting and designing.
It took a while before I figured out the math for a half circle. I chose garter stitch for the short rows, because it makes wraps&turns invisible. Just perfect for beginners in knitting. And Secret Garden yarn* is very forgiving for knitting, because it has irregular texture and can easily hide all “uncertainties” of the gauge.
I should say I love each and every pattern from the latest YARN. And my personal favorites are Chakra Energy Flags by Nerissa of Miss Neriss,
Celestial Mandala by Dedri of Look At What I Made,
and Floral Eclipse Throw by Rachele of Cypress Textiles.
You can have a peek of all designs from NOW Age edition of Scheepjes YARN book-a-zine HERE on Ravelry. And grab your own copy via local Scheepjes stockiest, and international retailers:
Wool Warehouse*, Black Sheep Wools* (UK, international shipping)
Caro’s Atelier *(NL and Europe)
Taemombo (US and Canada)
…and Something about Pretty Little Things
And in a meanwhile, Scheepjes has launch a brand-new publication “Pretty Little Things”. I’ve got the copy of the first edition just today (luckily post is still working for us).
Maybe I should give a short introduction of what Pretty Little Things are and what they are about. It’s a small paper publication with three small patterns/projects inside. The first one is called Pets and features a Kitty Cat Doorstep (crochet pattern), Goldie the Fish Bag (sewing pattern) and Dog Tooth Jacket (knit pattern).
All three are relatively small and quick to make. And they can become great companions for travels (not actual at the moment, but let’s hope we will be able to travel again very soon!) or just small projects to give a break from current huge wips.
As you can see, Pretty Little Things is a multicraftual publication. In each themed issue which will come out monthly, you’ll discover one knit, one crochet and one craft project, plus the occasional bonus pattern, designed to appeal to crafters looking for a more beginner-friendly, quick or affordable make.
Every edition will also feature Scheepjes yarns (obviously), and both knit and crochet projects in the first one are using Chunky Monkey yarn.
I was intrigued by a mosaic pattern of the Dog Tooth Jacket and grabbed yarn and needles immediately to make a small swatch! It’s been long ago since I tried fair isle knitting last time. Now, looking at the picture, I am not sure what I was doing in the beginning and end of every row. :) Looks like tension is off... YouTube will probably be my best friend next weeks. And why not? Why not to use plenty of time we have right now to master a new technique?
By the way I must say, that Chunky Monkey* is perfect yarn for any kinds of experiments. It gives nice stitch definition, easy to knit and crochet with, and easy to frog!
Pretty Little Things are available from the same retailers as YARN book-a-zine (check links above).
I’ll get back to my knitting swatch, and see you soon!
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Summer is approaching Brno and it’s time to think colorful and summery. Brand new issue of Scheepjes YARN book-a-zine is out now. And it’s probably one of my favourite editions. It’s called Reef, inspired by corals and sea.
YARN book-a-zine is a precious Scheepjes baby published twice a year. It combines magazine look and book feel: high quality pictures and styling, thick and matt paper, gorgeous designs.
Reef issue contains 17 (!) crochet and knitting patterns (on 100 pages) perfect for both beginners and advanced crafters: blankets, shawls, pillows, garments, toys and even jewelry! And it also introduces to a variety of crochet techniques (have you tried mosaic crochet already?).
This issue is brimming with color and projects to feed your busy hands. It’s been inspired by green kelp forests, floating jellyfish, clusters of coral and breaking waves on the sands.
My contribution to Reef was a project a bit out of my comfort zone. I was asked to make a shawl with motifs that could remind anemones. Using Whirl* and Whirlette* yarns. Designing a motif was very easy, but their joining gave me a lot of thinking.
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Luckily I met Rachele (of Cypress Textiles) nearly at the same time when I was working on Anemones Shawlette. She is a genius of motif designs and she can probably put any possible and impossible shapes together. We gave a little brain storm together at Scheepjes bloggers Days, and as a result my cute and colorful anemones were joined with a continuous join, yay! And it means almost no ends to weave in!
My personal favourites from Reef YARN book-a-zine are Seawell blanket “designed by a dad for dads and their little ones” (by Martin Up North). And this is probably not a surprise, as I am a bit obsessed with mosaic crochet myself. My plan is to put hands on this project and maybe to make a pillow in very calm and muted colors using Metropolis yarn*.
And my another favourite is a Staghorn Necklace designed by Carmen of New Leaf Designs. This is such a delicate and detailed jewelry piece, tastefully decorated with tiny beads. Not something that I could make myself, as I am not good at working with small hook. But I can imagine this necklace would make a fantastic accent to any festive outfit.
As all other YARN book-a-zines, Reef introduces work of two artists. Courtney Mattison who creates enormous ceramic installations showing the mysterious beauty of wonderful species, raising awereness of the threat of extinction to coral reefs. And textile artist Vanessa Barragao, who uses wool – salvaged from textile industry leftovers – to create beautiful wall and floor tapestries often several meters in length and height, representing the ocean’s impressive underwater world.
You can see all designs from REEF on Ravelry. Take a look and grab your copy in your local Scheepjes shop, or via online retailers (affiliate links below):
Wool Warehouse, Deramores (all in UK with international shipping),
Caro’s Atelier (NL, Europe; you can also purchase ready yarn packs to make some of the Reef projects)
Taemombo (Canada & US), Knotty House (Canada)
Subscribe to a newsletter not to miss a single post. You can also follow me on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram.
YARN book-a-zine is a precious Scheepjes baby published twice a year. It combines magazine look and book feel: high quality pictures and styling, thick and matt paper, gorgeous designs.
Reef issue contains 17 (!) crochet and knitting patterns (on 100 pages) perfect for both beginners and advanced crafters: blankets, shawls, pillows, garments, toys and even jewelry! And it also introduces to a variety of crochet techniques (have you tried mosaic crochet already?).
This issue is brimming with color and projects to feed your busy hands. It’s been inspired by green kelp forests, floating jellyfish, clusters of coral and breaking waves on the sands.
My contribution to Reef was a project a bit out of my comfort zone. I was asked to make a shawl with motifs that could remind anemones. Using Whirl* and Whirlette* yarns. Designing a motif was very easy, but their joining gave me a lot of thinking.
Add Anemones Shawlette to your Ravelry Queue
Luckily I met Rachele (of Cypress Textiles) nearly at the same time when I was working on Anemones Shawlette. She is a genius of motif designs and she can probably put any possible and impossible shapes together. We gave a little brain storm together at Scheepjes bloggers Days, and as a result my cute and colorful anemones were joined with a continuous join, yay! And it means almost no ends to weave in!
My personal favourites from Reef YARN book-a-zine are Seawell blanket “designed by a dad for dads and their little ones” (by Martin Up North). And this is probably not a surprise, as I am a bit obsessed with mosaic crochet myself. My plan is to put hands on this project and maybe to make a pillow in very calm and muted colors using Metropolis yarn*.
And my another favourite is a Staghorn Necklace designed by Carmen of New Leaf Designs. This is such a delicate and detailed jewelry piece, tastefully decorated with tiny beads. Not something that I could make myself, as I am not good at working with small hook. But I can imagine this necklace would make a fantastic accent to any festive outfit.
As all other YARN book-a-zines, Reef introduces work of two artists. Courtney Mattison who creates enormous ceramic installations showing the mysterious beauty of wonderful species, raising awereness of the threat of extinction to coral reefs. And textile artist Vanessa Barragao, who uses wool – salvaged from textile industry leftovers – to create beautiful wall and floor tapestries often several meters in length and height, representing the ocean’s impressive underwater world.
You can see all designs from REEF on Ravelry. Take a look and grab your copy in your local Scheepjes shop, or via online retailers (affiliate links below):
Wool Warehouse, Deramores (all in UK with international shipping),
Caro’s Atelier (NL, Europe; you can also purchase ready yarn packs to make some of the Reef projects)
Taemombo (Canada & US), Knotty House (Canada)
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