Brooklyn Tweed Blog

    Ranch 03: Campbell-Hansmire — sent straight from fiber heaven to my knitting needles! Before I ever held a skein, I loved this yarn for its origin story and progenitor, Julie Hansmire.  Not only is this yarn squishy and oh-so-soft, its 100% Merino wool was sourced from a woman-owned ranch — sadly a rarity in American wool production. And even better, it’s a ranch operated with an eye to sustainable practices, motivated by the twin goals of environmental preservation and holistic animal welfare. This is a ranch that compassionately tends both sheep and land.    [One of these sheep...

After surgery, in the recovery room, the nurse let me speak briefly with my husband and when he asked me if there was anything I needed for him to bring to the hospital, I remember I asked for my knitting bag!

  CUE: DELIGHTED SWOONING The original Weekender sweater designed by Andrea Mowry is one of my all time favorite pullovers. Knit in worsted weight Shelter, it dresses up and down effortlessly, wears with ease and is skill-accessible for those looking for success knitting their first sweaters. It’s the first thing I reach for when I want to sneakily wear pajamas but still look stylish. And I'll tell you what: this Light version has me kicking the old one to the curb! A fingering weight fabric makes the new Weekender even more cozy and versatile. And to all those doubting the...

My grandma’s hands were tough and small with deep, dark brown life lines. Many of my memories of grandma are from the ways she used her hands: to garden, to cook for the family, to shoo off the dogs, to tell a story, to fill out crossword puzzles, and to knit.

  [Graphic Elements pullover shown in size 45.5" with 9.5" of positive ease and no mods to the written pattern] When designer Tamy Gore first posted a preview photo of her upcoming pattern in Dapple, I knew that I would be knitting it as soon as possible. The bold geometry, the modern asymmetry, the easy drape and shape — I was done for!   [Graphic Elements IG preview post, photo c/o @tamygore]   Fortunately, I was able to test knit this design and get it on my needles immediately. Though I do think Tamy chose one of the best possible Dapple color...