A Little Knitty

We got a nice big restock of Arroyo...including these colors that we have never stocked before!! You can find them in-store or online HERE

Materials:   Snugaboo - 100g/273 yards US7-32” Circular Knitting Needles   Gauge:     16 stitches = 4” Sizes:       20” by 20” **Hood Pattern** CO3 Row 1: K1, YO, Knit to the end Repeat Row 1 until you have 46 stitches Bind off all stitches loosely, set to the side **Blanket Pattern** Row 1: K1, YO, knit to the end Repeat Row 1 until 110 sts (or increase until your ball of yarn weighs 50g) Row 2: K1, K2tog, Knit until the end Repeat Row 2 until 3 stitches remain Pull through remaining stitches, weave in ends Sew hood to blanket (see pic to right) Key CO - Cast On K - Knit K2tog - Knit 2 stitches together YO - Yarn Over

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I just read Hilde’s Corner from last week’s newsletter and decided I would continue on with a Part 2 of her theme of warm-weather knitting. In case you don’t know, customers occasionally confuse the two of us at the shop, so we like to refer to ourselves as “The Twins”. So I’m thinking that it is appropriate for me to jump on board with her article theme since twins tend to think alike:) Short-sleeved light-weight sweaters are so nice in the spring and summer, and I actually think I enjoy knitting them more than long-sleeved sweaters. Perhaps this is because it is a quicker knit. Also, my body temp tends to run on the warm side, so lighter yarns feel good on my skin. I have a couple of favorite sweaters I have made that I want to highlight in this article, as well as a new one I’m ready to start. “ Anker’s Summer Shirt ” is a great short-sleeved knit and one of my favorites. It is knit from top down and the yoke is worked in sections of ribbing. These sections are not only fun to kn...

Mebuki 40 %   Silk ,  30 %   Wool ,  30 %   Viscose 150 grams per 492 yards Country of origin: Japan Light / Medium Knits to  20 - 22  stitches over 4in Mebuki, the Japanese expression for “the quiet budding of new life,” captures the gentle renewal of spring. A thoughtful blend of silk, wool, and viscose brings together soft luster, light warmth, and an airy, organic texture- perfect for transitional and warm-weather wear. Noro’s signature colors shift effortlessly from hue to hue, creating a fabric that feels fluid, luminous, and alive with movement. With its generous 150-gram ball and over 490 yards, Mebuki offers exceptional value and versatility, making it ideal for lightweight garments and layering pieces that carry you beautifully through the season. You can find this yarn in-store or online HERE I think this would make a very cute Fresh Berries Tee!

We just received an order of the NEW colors of Cumulus Rainbow!!! This is an amazing summer yarn and so many things you can knit and crochet with it!! You can find this yarn in-store or online HERE