Miss Babs Blog

Babs Ausherman

I think knitting hats is a good way to get to know a new yarn. There is enough knitting that you can get a feel for the fibers before committing... Read More

Cross-Fade: Double Gradient Projects

Veronica Ory

We're often asked what to make with a Gradient Set -- but more spectacularly, what can you make with two of them? Several designers have created patterns that let the changing... Read More

Artus KAL Round-Up

Veronica Ory

Babs, Ivy, and I had a lot of fun knitting up our Artus shawls in sport weight Laurel Falls this summer. We've gathered up some tips and tricks for knitting... Read More

Get Inspired: Big Silk Projects

Veronica Ory

Big Silk is one of our long-standing favorite yarns that feels like it has its own secret fan club. It's a beautiful worsted weight blend of 60% merino wool and... Read More

Birthday 2024!

Babs Ausherman

Happy Birthday!! Every day is someone’s birthday, and today is mine and so many others as well! I have always enjoyed having a summer birthday because: I was always the... Read More

Artus Shawl Color Combinations

Veronica Ory

We are more than a little in love with the Artus shawl, designed by Natasja Hornby. This big statement piece is a fantastic way to play with colors and see... Read More

Maryland Sheep & Wool 2024 Preview

Veronica Ory

We are excited for Maryland Sheep & Wool 2024! Here's the rundown of what we're bringing to our booth, plus some handy festival tips. The Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival... Read More

Yet & Yearning Love

Veronica Ory

Yet and Yearning are some of the yarns we've had in our lineup the longest. You may not have tried this yarn, and we'd like to show you a few... Read More

Using the Back in Stock button

Veronica Ory

You're dreaming of the perfect sweater. You've agonized over the pattern, the yarn, the color... but oh no! You've searched high and low, and that perfect color is out of... Read More

Winter 2024 Pattern Collection Part 2

Veronica Ory

The second half of our Winter 2024 pattern collection is here! You can see all the designs from the collection on Ravelry and our Project Gallery. Hot Ziggity by Jennifer Weissman... Read More

Sock Yarns: Tarte vs. Putnam

Veronica Ory

If you're looking for the best hand-dyed yarn for socks, we have two choices that we really love: Tarte and Putnam. Sometimes a choice complicates things, though, so in this... Read More

Winter 2024 Pattern Collection Part 1

Veronica Ory

Welcome to our Winter 2024 Pattern Collection -- here is the first half of our latest collaboration, with more designs to come in a few weeks. We love teaming up with... Read More