Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013
Net earnings	$ (12,710)	$ (13,578)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Foreign currency translation adjustments	(2,718)	1,356
Net unrealized loss on certain investments
Net unrealized loss on certain investments	(103)	(164)
Net unrealized gain (loss) on cash flow hedging instruments	326	(51)
Less: Reclassification adjustments for loss included in net income	97	154
Other comprehensive income (loss)	(2,398)	1,295
Total comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	96,838	(5,693)
Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests	(264)	(244)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Blyth, Inc.	$ 96,574	$ (5,937)