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April 29th 2026 A Little Knitty Yarn Shop Newsletter

Here is a link to our latest newsletter:  https://mailchi.mp/7e63835f0d2b/april-29th-2026-a-little-knitty-yarn-shop-newsletter
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New Inventory and Restocks - Gusto Wool

We received a HUGE shipment of Gusto Wool and a little Urth Yarns!! These sock kits are so fun and will give you matching self striping socks AND they are already caked up and ready for your two at a time knitting convenience!  $27 each set If you are looking for a fingering weight yarn for a summer sweater...THIS IS IT!!!!! It would be amazing for the Salty Air Tee!   Trill is the name of the yarn and it is $20 a skein We have carried Echoes Fingering for a bit now, but we now have Core Fingering that is the perfect pairing for this yarn!! Here is some project inspiration for this yarn. Of course it makes great socks...and SOOOOO much more!!! I LOVE the way the ZickZack Scarf knits up in this yarn. This is a free pattern on Ravelry and a great on-the-go project! Carmen has made a return by popular demand! This yarn is great for planned pooling or microstriping socks! A little project inspiration can be found HERE  This pattern shown here is the Flicker Scarf Just lik...

New Inventory Alert - Snugaboo

Snugaboo is our New Kid on the Block and I am LOVING this yarn for soft baby things!! Right now I'm designing a hooded blanket for a new baby and I have seen the most adorable robe pattern that I think would be amazing in this yarn OH and crochet animals would be awesome too!  We got it in all 24 colors and it is only $8 per ball and a TON of yardage!!!!! You can find the yarn in-store or online HERE

LYS Day

This Saturday is Local Yarn Store Day!! To celebrate we are putting a LOT of yarn on 40% off!!! So instead of a Trunk Show this Saturday, you will find an expanded Last Chance Section as well as... ...PRIZE WHEEL... ....FREE PRIZE TOKEN WHEN YOU SPEND $20... ...FREE PATTERNS.... ...ONE LUCKY PERSON WILL WIN HALF OF WHAT THEY SPEND BACK ON A GIFT CARD... We look forward to celebrating with you!

Mystical Marl Restock

If you are a HUGE fan of Mystical Marl like I am...you are gonna be VERY excited to hear that we now have it restocked in EVERY color it comes in!!!! Mystical Marl offers the perfect balance of softness, durability, and style. The anti-pill feature ensures that your projects maintain their pristine appearance, resisting the wear and tear that often comes with frequent use. With a delightful marled effect, his yarn showcases a beautiful mix of colors, adding depth and visual interest to any reaction. The acrylic provides warmth and elasticity, while the cotton adds a breathable, natural touch, making it suitable for both cozy garments and lightweight accessories. Skein Information Yards  109.00 Grams  50.00 Yarn Composition  50%  50% Yarn Weight Information Stitches Per Inch Knit: 16-18 sts x 24-26 rows = 4” // US Size 7-9 (4.5-5.5 mm) Crochet: 13-15 sc x 16-18 rows = 4” // US Size H/8-I/10 (5-6 mm) Yarn Care machine wash - cold, dry flat You can find this yarn in-sto...

The yuckie side of AI

For quite some time I have been seeing stories on the internet about a crochet pattern that is completely AI (meaning that pattern will NEVER make anything near what the photo looks like), but recently, I'm hearing more horror stories in the shop!! AI can be a great tool in some industries, but when it comes to creative I just can't get on board. Designing a knitting pattern is more than just using abbreviated terms. There is so much testing and pivoting and making sure everything lays just right. It's about trying different ways to get texture and figuring out which way will be easiest for the end user. Hundreds of hours are poured into patterns that you enjoy...and it just can't be replicated with AI.  I have chatted with a few customers who are teaching themselves how to knit and looking up terms through AI. I would just like to put my two cents, that sometimes the AI returns just aren't correct or they are close to correct but not quite there. I would highly rec...