A Little Knitty

I found a vendor that makes lovely alpaca scraves, shawls & hats and decided to bring them in for the holiday season! Shupaca makes all of their products with Alpaca because it's eco-friendly & sustainable, hypoallergenic, lightweight, insulating and cashmere soft! You can find these (and more) in-store and online. Hats HERE , Scarves HERE & Shawl HERE

Auburn Public School Foundation (APSF) a non-profit which supports students in the Auburn School District with unmet needs is looking for knit hats for kids in the Auburn School District.  Drop your hats off at the shop and we will get them to the school district. Drop off 5 hats (at one time) and you will receive a $5 off coupon for A Little Knitty!!!!!!! Youth size heads are about the same size as adults, with a little less rise. Adult size hats are great if they can be cuffed up and have a good amount of stretch. This is a great stash buster project!!! Knit hat pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/classic-cuffed-hat Crochet hat pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/basic-beanie-in-newborn-to-adult

Here is the link to the latest newsletter:  https://mailchi.mp/282eade891e4/october-27th-a-little-knitty-yarn-shop-newsletter

I was looking for a simple crochet project that would hook up fast and show off the new Beatrix yarn...and this project was PERFECT!!!! Find the yarn here:  https://www.alittleknitty.com/shop/c/p/Beatrix-Juniper-Moon-Farm-x58562677.htm Find the free pattern here: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ribbed-cowl-26

 We are SO thrilled to have @greydrizzlefibers in the shop ALL weekend!!!!! If you haven't tried her amazing super soft yarn....you are in for a HUGE treat!!!!!!! The trunk show will run 10-5 Saturday and 12-3 Sunday. If you want to meet the dyer...make sure to come before 1pm on Saturday!!!

I have always been a HUUUUUUGE fan of parades...and the Veterans Day is my super favorite. It's such a well done parade and so touching! We will be watching from inside the shop...and maybe sitting outside knitting :)  https://facebook.com/events/s/auburns-56th-annual-veterans-p/377756920631870/

I know, I know...it's not even Halloween and I'm putting out the holiday kits??? But you need a little time to get them done...so they have arrived to the shelves!!! First off, we have embroidery kits from MCreativeJ. You know you need to embroider an adorable cactus ornament to commemorate a rather prickly kinda year! ;) We also added some holiday-related felting kits from Hawthorn Handmade! These felted kits are fun and very easy...so good for fiber lovers of any level! The ornaments are fun to give as gifts or decorate your own tree. Do you wanna build a snowman? The MCreativeJ kits are only available in-store, but the Needle Felting Kits can be found in-store or online HERE

If you ordered Fall 2021 Mystery Boxes, you already know how awesome these Splash Fabric Reversible Tubs are! They are created with a laminated cotton fabric and super fun to use for fiber related hobbies. Read more about them below... Price: $ 19.95 A place for your potted plant or vase. A cute fruit basket. A nest for knitting. Your options are endless with our new bucket tubs. Reversible and versatile, we love to see what you use them for: Knitting Bowl Desk Organizer Junk Collector Sewing Supplies Crafting kits Toys Potted Plants Your Dreams Your succulents will look amazing in this. No need to re-pot them. Now you just have to remember to water it. Don't worry about a little spill here or there, but do put a tray underneath. Our fabrics are waterproof, but water can seep through the stitching. They fit a 4" or 6" pot and our lovely laminated cotton is the perfect cradle for thirsty plant babies! 5x5" base x 8”tall x 6.5"d rim | 2” loops | rever...

Here is the link to our latest newsletter:  https://mailchi.mp/ba53e3e1f584/october-20th-2021-a-little-knitty-yarn-shop-newsletter

As we inch closer to the holidays...I'm trying to bring in gifts that are great for the yarn lovers in your life. We ALSO have a gift registry in store. You can fill out your card, then tell your loved one to ask for the card when they shop!!

Are you looking for an interchangable set with short tips so you can make 10" and 12" needles? This is the set for you! Please note the needle sizes go from US2.5-10...so this is not for tiny sock knitting...but they are GREAT for small hats, sleeves, worsted weight socks and more!!!  Read more about the sets below.  Generosity 2" Interchangeable set by Knitter's Pride. This collection of 2" Mindful Stainless Steel Lace IC needles, cords, and accessories will be a joy for any knitter to have! Includes 8 pairs of 2" tips: sizes 2.5, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10. The included cables can be used to make needle lengths of 10" or 12" (2 cords of each size). Also includes end caps, a needle gauge, darning needles, and an assortment of ring markers (round, split, and locking). Comes packed in a lovely zippered case.

The time is finally here....the Seasonal Mystery Boxes for Winter 2021 are now available for pre-order!!!! Get your order in now...these will ship December 1st (or be available for pickup on December 1st!!!!) Pre-order yours today!!! MAKE SURE YOU SELECT WINTER 2021 BEFORE ADDING TO YOUR CART!!!!!  https://www.alittleknitty.com/shop/c/p/Seasonal-Mystery-Boxes-x50965788.htm

The ABCs of Drop Spindling - $45 plus $10 materials fee - 3 Hours - Instructor: Teresa Waldo If you have always been intrigued by spinners demonstrating their craft, have been curious about yarn construction, and/or have always wanted to learn to spin yourself, then this class is for you. We will begin with some background knowledge on drop spindles (history, types, anatomy, weights and mechanics, and supplemental tools). Then we will get down to business learning the steps to spinning a single on a spindle (choosing a spindle and fiber, starting with and without a leader thread, drafting techniques, winding on and building a secure cop). After spinning for a while and fine tuning our techniques, we will explore winding off options, plying options, and how to finish your yarn. And yes, you will go home a spinner!! Supplies: An assortment of fiber is provided with the class; you will need to bring a drop spindle (which can be purchased in shop for $15 if you need one!) Experience needed...

I have been holding off on charging for printing free patterns...but the time has come that I will need to charge for free patterns that we print off Ravelry for you. I was starting to do a flat fee of $1 per pattern, but after chatting with a customer I realized it would be more fair if I did $0.50 per page, as some free patterns are long and some are short.  If there is a sample in the shop that says "free pattern with yarn purchase" that will remain free to you. If we are printing free patterns off Ravelry for you, we will charge $0.50 per page.  If it's a paid for pattern on Ravelry, the only charge will be what the designer charges for the pattern.  Thank you for understanding!

Here is our latest newsletter!  https://mailchi.mp/8c58b956d4cf/october-13th-2021-a-little-knitty-yarn-shop-newsletter

I cast this sweater on the night before my birthday (Wednesday, September 29th) and finished it yesterday!!! It was such an addictive pattern....I just couldn't stop knitting!!! This sweater is the SOFTEST thing I've ever made. The 20% of cashmere is cloud soft! I used BluFiber yarn for the whole sweater. You can find this yarn in-store or online HERE Pattern: Soldotna Crop by Caitlin Hunter My little photobomber had to get in on the picture

Find our latest newsletter HERE:  https://mailchi.mp/2a87265100d0/october-6th-2021-a-little-knitty-newsletter

Beatrix from Juniper Moon Farm is a stunningly soft bulky weight yarn with a lofty blend of extra fine Merino wool and angora fibers blown into a nylon chainette tube. Lightweight and fluffy, Beatrix has a beautiful halo and creates garments and accessories that are cozy warm and have a luxurious feel. Fiber Content: 54% Extra Fine Merino Wool/ 30% Angora/ 16% Nylon Weight: Bulky Gauge: 3-3.75 sts = 1" on US 9-11; 2-2.75 sc = 1" with I-L hook Weight/Yardage: 50g/109yds Care: Machine Wash Gentle Cold, Dry Flat Country Of Origin: Italy I love how light-weight this yarn is...and thought it would be perfect for the Unbreakable Vow Toque . Amber is knitting it up in the Sepia colorway... Pattern:  https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/unbreakable-vow-toque Purchase this yarn in-store or online HERE  5 new colors arrived this week!!!!

Our October 2021 Yarn of the Month is Drifter Aran! Drifter Aran is usually $10.50 per ball, but this month it will be 20% off....which is $8.40!! This self-patterning Worsted Weight/Aran Weight Yarn is great for hats, mittens and more! More Pattern Inspiration HERE  Find the yarn in-store or online HERE