announcing . . .

A person walking along a sandy beach with a gray sky overhead and calm ocean waves in the background.

Hello! Thank you for bearing with me. I have a couple of announcements for you today . . .

A woman with gray hair wearing glasses stands smiling in front of a backdrop of evergreen trees. She is dressed in a brown, knitted cardigan over a floral shirt and blue jeans. The image showcases both the front and back views of her outfit.
Amy, in her ‘Horseback Brown’ Yorlin. It’s her birthday today: happy birthday, Amy!

First, congratulations to all the Yorlin knitters who have completed their fabulous cardigans. The grand winner of our KAL is lovely Amy, who knitted her beautiful version in the tasty, complex, Horseback Brown shade of Milarrochy Tweed . . .

A close-up of a brown ball of yarn with flecks of color on a light wooden surface.
. .

Amy wins a Colour Compass box, and gets to enjoy all of the 23 other shades of Milarrochy Tweed at her leisure . . .

A neatly arranged box containing 24 colorful yarn balls in various shades, including pastels, vibrant hues, and earthy tones.
Colour Compass box, with 24 shades of Milarrochy Tweed . . .

These boxes, by the way, make a wonderful treat for those of you who enjoy advent calendars, or like to give such things as gifts.

Four women showcase colorful, knitted shawls with geometric patterns, viewed from behind, against a neutral background.
choose your colours . . .

Unlike the majority of yarn-y advents on the market, Colour Compass includes a fabulous ebook of six tried-and-tested patterns, plus palette-choosing advice (to really help you make the most of your yarn).

We now have very limited quantities of Colour Compass boxes available (I think there are somewhere between 20 or 30 remaining in stock) and (as we like to freshen things up) this is probably the last year we are going to offer them, so time is definitely of the essence if you’d like a Colour Compass advent box for this festive season.

A neatly arranged collection of colorful yarn balls in individual compartments, showcasing a variety of shades and textures.

Second, for everyone who has been asking, yes, we are going to be doing a club this winter!

Graphic featuring a vinyl record design with the text 'RIP IT UP AND START AGAIN A KNITTER'S PLAYLIST' in various colors against a black background.

I’ve been working on this project for most of this year, and, having quietly kept it to myself for ages, I’m really looking forward to telling you more over the coming days and weeks. If you don’t need any encouragement, club sign-ups are open now, and if you’d like a hint of what’s to come, have a wee gander at the photo at the top of this missive . . . more soon . . and meanwhile . .

Sign up for Rip it Up, and Start Again in the KDD shop


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24 responses to “announcing . . .”

  1. Fiona Macdonald Avatar
    Fiona Macdonald

    Hi Kate,Just to let you know the video below wont play

    1. Says ” the uploaded has not made this video available in your country ” for me, too.
      Australia.

  2. storyguardyarn Avatar
    storyguardyarn

    Congratulations, Amy! That’s actually one of my favorite colors for autumn.
    Kate, I’m thrilled that another club is underway. I signed up immediately after reading the email. I always look forward to the weekly emails. It’s that little-girl feeling of getting a letter from your penpal. I look forward to seeing your newest design and will settle in with a cup of tea to linger over the essay.

  3. very8ad514abdee Avatar
    very8ad514abdee

    All sorted thanks. It worked today. Ann

  4. I just signed up for the new KDD club. How could I resist a club called “rip it up and start again”? This is just what I need. Thank you Kate!

  5. very8ad514abdee Avatar
    very8ad514abdee

    I am trying to sign up for Rip it Up but keep getting asked to check my delivery options but they are correct. Will try again tomorrow. Ann Sutton

    1. There’s a t&c box to check if you are placing a ROW or EU order. If you continue having difficulties, Ann, do email us: help@katedaviesdesigns.com

  6. boxerjacque Avatar
    boxerjacque

    Dear Kate & all at Kate Davies Designs,

    I\’m very much looking forward to the new Club. Sadly, I got the message that the video that was included doesn\’t play in Australia – not to worry!

    Jacque XXX

  7. Hi, I live in Australia and the rip it up video is not available to us. Is there any way you can fix this?
    In anticipation,
    Tania

  8. Love the song!! :)
    Looking forward to the new club … how would we get through the winter without a KDD club!

  9. ozweaver Avatar

    Perfect choice for the winner, and I love her color choice! I just finished my Yorlin earlier this week, in the wonderful blue ardlui. I’m looking forward to hearing more about the next group experience!
    I wrote about the Yorlin sweater here: https://www.argoknot.com/?p=7903

  10. Lisa Margreet Payne Avatar
    Lisa Margreet Payne

    Congratulations Amy! Of course I immediately signed up for the club, I’m so excited for it. When I used to DJ at the craft nights I ran RIP It Up and Start Again was often on my playlist. I can’t wait to see what else you’ve selected Kate. 😁

  11. Happy birthday 🎉

  12. Great to hear that another pattern club is on the way. I know I will sign up but have to admit that I am already wondering how I will fit in more knitting. What a problem to have eh?

  13. Beverlee Avatar

    Happy Birthday, Amy, and what a beautiful Yorlin!
    I’m so excited about another Club, and thanks for including a link to that song — takes me right back!

  14. Oooh my favourite band this sounds exciting

  15. Moi Shaw Avatar

    Delighted that you have offered us a chance of cheeriness in the bleak mid winter..
    Many thanks, really looking forward to the first instalment.
    Thank you

  16. songsparklyb943832648 Avatar
    songsparklyb943832648

    Hello Kate I like to buy your new book Rip It Up (I have more books from you), I

  17. Susan Steigerwald Avatar
    Susan Steigerwald

    That song is hilarious for us knitters! Anytime I do colorwork, I will think of that as I tink, tink, tink!

  18. Happy birthday and congratulations to Amy.

  19. Lisa Margreet Payne Avatar
    Lisa Margreet Payne

    Congratulations Amy! I’m soooo excited for this new club, of course I’ve signed up immediately. When I used to DJ at the Craft events I used to run, RIP It Up and Start Again was always on my playlist. Can’t wait to see what else you’ve selected Kate. 😁

    1. I would have loved your craft events!

  20. Amy’s sweater looks fantastic on her. Happy Birthday!! 🎂
    The Colour Compass box is candy for my eyes! 💕

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