New colors of Habu Tsumugi!
We’ve added two new colors to our selection of Habu Tsumugi! Create a custom blend of your two favorite shades to make the Marly Scarf, a light spring/summer wrap.
Good things come in small packages
Erika Knight has just released a brand new yarn – targeted for baby projects! (Spring is the perfect time for this). The yarn is called British Blue. In a moment of weakness, I grabbed a few balls and took home the adorable pattern collection to start on a baby project. I am not even sure … read more »
Hot new hand dyes!
Here’s a quick rundown of our new arrivals, along with some project ideas to get you started. Freia Yarns Freia Yarns are here! Tina Whitmore thoughtfully designs the extra-long color gradients in her Freia Ombré Fingering and Freia Ombré Refined Merino Silk Worsted on beautifully soft bases. (Read more about her design and dyeing processes … read more »
New silky blend arrivals for spring
There have been some exciting additions to the store this week, just in time for spring stitching! Neighborhood Fiber Co Capital Luxury Lace Originally available only through a club here at the shop, this yarn is a 2-ply heavy lace weight with a touch of cashmere. (I think it would work very well as a … read more »
Spring Forward With Rowan!
New spring yarns and patterns are in from Rowan, just in time for warmer weather! (Is anybody else REALLY glad that February is over?) First up is Softknit Cotton, a worsted weight cabled 92% cotton/ 8% nylon blend that’s machine washable. The chain-ply construction keeps it lofty and soft while keeping the cotton fibers secured … read more »
Hand Dyed Goodies from Near and Far
This week was an exciting week for new arrivals at the shop. We got a hand delivered batch of shop favorite – Neighborhood Fiber Co Studio Worsted. Each skein is a whopping 400 yards and is $40. We even got a large quantity of the hot color of the season – Rock Creek Park (a … read more »
Yarn Pop bags in new colors for spring
I am just in love with the new Yarn Pop project bags that have arrived today to the store. We have all of the new spring fabrics as well as the most beloved from seasons past. We got in a fresh shipment of the Totable, a 15″ x 12″ project bag or purse of sorts … read more »
Just landed: Knitter’s Pride Karbonz needles!
Carbon fiber is the hot new material for making everything from racecars to bicycles to spacecraft – it’s strong, lightweight, and can be molded into any shape imaginable. Now this technology comes right to your hands with Knitter’s Pride Karbonz! Sharp coated brass tips make working the finest yarns easy, while stitches slide smoothly over the needle … read more »
Spring yarns are here!
While we are not really feeling spring weather outside, getting a jump start on spring stitching is key if you want to actually wear your spring garments in March, April and May. Here are the first to arrive at the shop: Tahki Ripple – 100% cotton, 142 yards aran weight, $10 Ripple has a unique … read more »
Rialto Chunky and Habu arrive
Some new arrivals have just landed – just in time for a quick Valentine’s day gift or to get a jump on some spring knitting! New to us but a classic from from Debbie Bliss, Rialto Chunky is a luxurious 100% extrafine merino that’s machine washable! Great for a quick winter hat (a Betsy hat takes … read more »
Himalaya from Skein of Australia
Just arrived all the way from Australia! Himalaya is a DK weight yarn, spun using a luxurious blend of 80% Merino and 20% Cashmere, making it incredibly soft and warm. It’s perfect for cold weather knitting! I am absolutely in love with this shawl from Stephen West. It would work up quickly and beautifully in this yarn, … read more »
Soft Metals: Blue Sky Alpacas Metalico
Blue Sky Alpacas Metalico has been one of our most popular yarns since its recent launch. This delicate yarn is beautiful in its pureness — each shade is carefully blended with naturally occurring shades of baby alpaca and premium mulberry silk. The result is an extremely soft, gleaming yarn with a substantial weight that produces … read more »
Just Landed: Plucky Feet!
We just received a colorful shipment from Plucky Knitter! Plucky Feet is a tightly twisted fingering weight with an amazing depth of color. The 90/10 Merino/Nylon blend makes this perfect for socks, while the delicate twist means your fine lacework will have amazing definition. Each skein has 425 yards at $24. View our selection of … read more »
Skein BFL and Manos Fino have landed
Manos del Uruguay Fino We are excited to have the very newest yarn from Manos del Uruguay – Fino. Fino is a kettle dyed single ply merino and silk blend in fingering weight. Each skein is 246 yards/225 meters and $28.50. Whip up your favorite fingering weight lace shawl project or check out the Simple … read more »
New Books!
New knitting and crochet books during the holidays are wonderful for two great reasons. First, you know that if you make something from them, the recipient won’t already have it. Second, new books make great gifts for the knitters on your list, for the very same reason! Knit a Monster Nursery I hope that you … read more »
