Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013
Net earnings	$ (7,921)	$ 2,798
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Foreign currency translation adjustments	365	(1,212)
Net unrealized gain (loss) on certain investments
Net unrealized gain (loss) on certain investments	(24)	(205)
Net unrealized loss on cash flow hedging instruments	10	274
Less: Reclassification adjustments for loss included in net income	121	90
Other comprehensive income (loss)	472	(1,053)
Total comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	(7,449)	1,745
Less: comprehensive (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	719	(1,560)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Blyth, Inc.	$ (6,730)	$ 185