Spring Ensemble 2016

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Firstly I want to thank the designers that have collaborated to create these lovely creations:

Bristol Ivy

Rich Ensor

Andrea Rangel

 Janelle Martin

General Hogbuffer

Anne Hanson (a special kiss for Anne)

Spring Ensemble, a mindful approach to styling and presentation, making our knitwear a functional part of your daily wardrobe. We have taken great care to ensure that the items in this collection are indeed wearable and not merely esthetically pleasing, although they are beautiful. The collection debuted at the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival this past weekend, the reception has been extraordinary, I can not sufficiently express how often I heard the words, beautiful, lovely, wonderful spoken as festival attendees admired the well dressed manikins in the booth. Barb and Anne were particularly fetching in their Ensemble attire. The reactions have been just great at the Maryland Festival, a successful debut as it were and we are admittedly very proud of this collection, and we are so happy to be able to share it with you. I hope that you like it.

Purchase downloadable Spring Ensemble patterns on Ravelry or in our Bare Naked Wools Boutique.

See the collection of Spring Ensemble kits in our luxurious yarns.

Spring Ensemble Lookbook.

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Our staff (Erica, Andrew, Doug and Lillian) have worked really hard on this project, thank you, your efforts are very much appreciated, especially Anne who has literally worked ceasingly these last 10-12 weeks, probably to the detriment of her well being. And alas a big thank you to all of our proof readers, tech editors, test knitters and models. A huge undertaking for such a small company, Knitspot/BNWs is boss.

Now the yarns, they are spectacular on their own (Bare Naked Wools Better Breakfast, Hempshaugh, Ginny, Stone Soup, Chebris, Cabécou and Ghillie), all natural, no dyes or chemicals, nor harsh processing. Bespoke yarns created by Anne Hanson, whose knowledge of wool is incomparable (says I) and allows us to produce really excellent yarns – there are no short cuts taken or use of inferior fiber, just really good quality wool. You have seen our mills at work, their passion, commitment and attention to detail when creating yarn. We have also shared video in recent years of some of the goat and sheep farmers we purchase fleeces from and again their love of their animals, translates into better fiber. Much of our fiber is local, as are the mills, and we are striving to make these percentages even greater. If a particular yarn should be out of stock just now, either pre-order (if option permits) or get on the back in stock list.

Here are some of the Spring Ensemble patterns:

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Estlin Pullover by Bristol Ivy

saltPepper

Salt & Pepper by Anne Hanson

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Costa Figueira by Anne Hanson

 

arques

Arques Sock by Rich Ensor

Arundhati

Arundhati Shawl by Andrea Rangel

zwickel

Zwickel Sock by General Hogbuffer

dustDevils

 

Dust Devils by Anne Hanson

gibo

Gibo Auja by Janelle Martin

Cardita

 

Cardita Cowl by Andrea Rangel

 

janetGuthrie

Janet Guthrie by Anne Hanson

chevi

Chevi by Anne Hanson

 

 

16 thoughts on “Spring Ensemble 2016

  1. Is the Zwickel Sock knit top down or toe up? It doesn’t say either here or on Revelry. Thanks.

  2. So much gorgeous knitwear! I’d wish you all success with the group, but it seems inevitable with so many wearable pieces.

  3. OHMYGOSH!!! I love it!!!! I want to make Dust Devils and Janet Guthrie IMMEDIATELY!!!!!!!

  4. Wow! A very beautiful collection. I hope to knit one or two of these items–right after I finish a collection of UFO’s which I’ve promised myself I would do. Congratulations on the success of this creative endeavor. As always, Knitspot rocks.

  5. What a great collection. We knew something good was coming out soon, but these are dazzling. Congratulations to all involved.

  6. Wow what a fantastic collection of garments and accessories by a great group of designers! I look forward to making Dust Devils and Gibu Auja. . .

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