Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Net earnings	$ (3,152)	$ 3,453
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Foreign currency translation adjustments	810	(2,483)
Net unrealized gain (loss) on certain investments
Net unrealized gain (loss) on certain investments	(12)	5
Net unrealized loss on cash flow hedging instruments	20	119
Less: Reclassification adjustments for loss included in net income	39	35
Other comprehensive income (loss)	857	(2,324)
Total comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	(2,295)	1,129
Less: comprehensive (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	390	(857)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Blyth, Inc.	$ (1,905)	$ 272