Dear Friends,
I hope you are having a lovely week! Mine has been great. I spent it in San Diego with four of my dear friends, and it was exactly what I needed. While I did get some work done, mostly it was a week of relaxation, long walks, and wonderful dinners. It reminded me that I don’t do things with my girlfriends nearly often enough. If you’ve been meaning to plan a getaway or even just a dinner with your loved one, consider this your gentle nudge. You won’t regret it!
Last week, we introduced you to the newly reformulated Spincycle Dream State, and this week, we have a lovely project to share using it. Dream State has moved from a 3-ply to a 2-ply construction, giving it a plumper, squishier feel, with beautiful color transitions that really shine as you knit. We’ve put together Nightshift kits featuring the new Dream State, and I think it’s a perfect pairing. The result is a generously sized, wonderfully soft shawl that would be heavenly to wrap up in. I just love how the colors play together!
I’m equally excited about a special new arrival from Woolfolk: Capsule! Made from their signature Ultimate Merino, this limited-edition DK-weight yarn comes in five gorgeous, natural, undyed shades. There is something so appealing about the simplicity of these colors, especially for timeless sweaters and accessories. Capsule was produced in a small, one-time batch, so once it’s gone, it’s gone! We’ll be featuring a project in Capsule next week, so stay tuned!
Our Handmade Holidays collection continues this week with three projects that would make lovely gifts (or perhaps a little something for yourself!). First are the tapu tapu mitts in Woolfolk Tynd. Fisherman’s rib has always been one of my favorite stitches, and I love how easily these can be slipped on over a jacket sleeve. They would be perfect for my morning walks with Ben! Connie has also knit a Fluffy Morning Walk hat in Hedgehog Oh So Fine Souffle, a cheerful little burst of color and fluffy warmth. And for those of you with little ones on your gift list, the Novice Cardigan Mini is such a sweet knit. I’ve enjoyed making mine so much that I’m already working on a second one, this time in bottle green!
Finally, a big thank you to everyone who joined us for the Fall Olga Stripe Along! It was such fun seeing your projects and all the wonderful ways you made them your own. Congratulations to our drawing winners: Linda, Andrea, Emily, Rebecca, Petra, Jenn, Bonnie, Guadalupe, and Jonna! Thank you all for knitting along with us and making it such a fun event.
Knit...and be happy,
Ann
P.S. Good news! We’ve added a few more spots to Margaret Holzmann’s upcoming classes on November 21! If you’ve been hoping to join us, now’s your chance. The New Colorwork – Geometric Knitting Basics and the Safe at Home Block Workshop
A little color play, anyone? We’re loving the newly reformulated Spincycle Dream State for Andrea Mowry’s Nightshift shawl! Its plumper, squishier feel and gorgeous color transitions make this generously sized shawl an absolute delight. We’ve put together kits in some beautiful combinations, ready for your next colorful adventure!
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Fluffy Morning Walk Hat
Handmade Holiday
A Monarch classic gets a fluffy makeover! Connie has given Ann’s much-loved Morning Walk Hat a fresh new look using Hedgehog Oh So Fine Souffle. With its playful color and wonderfully fluffy texture, this cheerful little hat is sure to brighten even the chilliest morning walk!
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Handmade Holiday
For chilly mornings and cozy layers! Wear them over a sweater, tuck them under a jacket, or keep a pair handy for those brisk morning walks, the tapu tapu arm warmers by JURI are a beautiful way to add texture and warmth to your wardrobe. We think Woolfolk Tynd would make a lovely pairing for these soft, textured accessories. A little everyday luxury that would make a wonderful handmade gift!
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A little cardigan with a whole lot of charm! The Novice Cardigan Mini is a sweet, timeless knit, made even lovelier with the combination of Knitting for Olive Merino and Soft Silk Mohair. Soft, cozy, and finished with a delicate halo, it's just the thing for wrapping a little one in a woolly hug. A wonderful gift to knit and an even sweeter one to give!
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Andrea Mowry has done it again! Her new DRK Everyday Saddle is just the kind of timeless sweater we love, with clever saddle-shoulder construction and a relaxed silhouette that works beautifully in any wardrobe. We think Peninsula Yarns Corrie Woolen would be a fantastic pairing for this one. And with both cropped and standard lengths to choose from, you might just need to make two!
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Kits to keep you stitching…
In case you missed out on these featured favorites,
here is a recap of last week's projects!
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Featured in the Shop
NEW Woolfolk Capsule Collection Oh, this one is special! Five years in the making, Woolfolk’s new Capsule Collection features five beautiful, naturally undyed shades of their wonderfully soft merino wool. We love the quiet beauty of these colors and can just imagine the gorgeous sweaters and accessories they’ll become. This limited-edition DK-weight yarn was produced in one small batch, so be sure to get your favorites while you can!
Read more about this wonderful wooly yarn here: Capsule Story
A little bookshelf refresh! We’ve restocked two favorites, Pom Pom's Knit How and Summer Lee's The Sock Project, and welcomed a new addition, Pom Pom's Crochet How! Whether you’re brushing up on your knitting skills, ready to tackle a new pair of socks, or curious about picking up a crochet hook, there’s something here to inspire your next project. And we have to say, Crochet How looks especially good!
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in case you missed it...
NEW Spincycle Dream State 2.0 It's brighter, bouncier, and officially worsted weight! Spincycle Yarns has given their beloved Dream State a makeover, and we're thrilled to welcome Dream State 2.0! With a new 2-ply construction and all those gorgeous, ever-changing colors we love, this 100% superwash American wool is ready for your next colorful cast-on!
Our Monarch Yarns Are Back in Stock! Our shelves are full again! We've just received a complete restock of our very own Monarch Yarns collection. All your favorite colors are back and ready for your next cast-on. If you've been waiting to stock up, now's the time!
Take a peek at the newest color in our Fanshell Fingering Bundle collection—Octoberfest! Isn't it a gorgeous burst of color? We're absolutely smitten!
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Classes & Events
We offer a variety of classes and knitting help, both virtual and in-store. Visit our site to learn more about each class, see the list of requirements, and sign up! When signing up for a class, please note the list of supplies and, if required, the homework.
October
Fixing Knitting Mistakes 101
Saturday, October 24th, from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
November
Knitting 101
Saturdays, November 7th and 14th, from noon to 1:30 pm
The New Colorwork: Geometric Knitting Basics with Margaret Holzmann
Saturday, November 21st, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Safe at Home Block Workshop with Margaret Holzmann
Saturday, November 21st, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Shop Small Weekend
Friday and Saturday, November 27th and 28th, all day
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