A Little Knitty

A few weeks ago I finished the Love Note sweater in Cantata Yarn. At first I wasn't sure if I liked this yarn for this sweater...but the more I wear it...the more I love it! It's not as light and lofty as the Love Note that I made a couple years ago, but I LOVE how well the lace turned out with the Cantata yarn and how much structure it lends to the sweater. I just received in a shipment of different colors of Cantata...check them out! I'm contemplating another sweater with this lovely yarn...The Turtledove  This sweater has been on my must knit list FOREVER and I think this yarn would be lovely for this knit! You can also find pattern inspiration HERE if you are curious what other people are doing with Cantata by Cascade! You can find our inventory in-store or online HERE

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Are you curious about how indie dyers create their beautiful hand-dyed skeins? Check out this timelapse Rainier Roses posted on their instagram page! https://www.instagram.com/reel/CbgILzfFVor/?utm_medium=share_sheet

We have been waiting for many Uptown Worsted colors to come back into stock...and they have ARRIVED!!!!!! You can see all the colors on our website HERE or check them out in person next time you are in the shop!  We also received a few colors of Wool Pop that we haven't been able to get for awhile...including SAGE!!!! You can check them out in-store or online HERE

When you knit or crochet sweaters, you kinda love the cooler months because you really get to show off your handiwork!! However, in the warm months, you don't get to show the world what a kick-butt yarn crafter you are!!!  We have the solution to that problem! Proudly wear your "I would rather be wearing a handmade sweater" t-shirt all summer long!!! These are in PRE-ORDER only...so you can't get them in-store yet...but you can order yours online HERE

As the name signifies, this new set J’adore makes for a perfect gift for mothers. Crafted in a beautiful shade of lavender colored wood, this set of cubic needles is as beneficial as it is beautiful. The ergonomic shape was designed to be comfortable in the knitter’s hand as well as pleasing to the eye. The set comes with a luxuriously soft velvet bag that will protect the needles and keep them neatly stored along with a variety of useful accessories. Set Contents: Cubics Interchangeable Needle Sizes US 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11 in Blooming Lavender colour with matt gold connectors. Needle sizes are laser printed on the metal connectors. Accessories: 3 memory-free stainless-steel cords in length of 24"/60, 32"/ 80cm & 40"/ 100cm. 4 end caps; 2 cord keys; One set of cord connectors 20 amour metal stitch markers. All the above items are packed in a plush velvet case that makes the set a delight for gifting purposes. These adorable notions holders make a great gift too!!...

Curious how these knitting barber cords work? Check out the video!!! You can purchase your cords in-store or online HERE

Over the last couple of months, I have been approached by two schools that are putting together a knitting group for kids. Of course, this is something close to my heart, so I hatched a plan to help these kids get knitting!!!  I have put together kits for these kids that include yarn for a scarf, cotton for dishcloths, and knitting needles. To keep the program cost-effective for the schools, we are asking our community to purchase these kits that we can then give to the kiddos. A Little Knitty will also match, so for every kit purchased, A Little Knitty will donate a second kit!! We will also tuck a gift card in so the kids can come get more yarn if they really dig the craft! If you would like to purchase a kit, you can purchase in-store or online HERE

Are you looking for something fun to do for 2 hours April 28to to May 1st? I have the BEST thing for ya!!! Sign up to help out at the front table at the yarn crawl. You will get to welcome people in, stamp their passports, give out free patterns and have LOADS of fun!!! Plus, all helpers will get a treat! :) Sign up here:    https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C4FA4A62B0-helper

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Our next sweater-a-long is the sweater named 1999 This sweater pattern is written by Tin Can Knits (one of my favorite designers!!) and comes in a wide range of sizes, includes a fun lace front, looks flattering on so many body types and is a SUPER fun knit!! Look at that beautiful detail! This isn't so much a class, but a gathering to work on the sweater together and help out at any point that you need help! Many people attend this gathering for the fun social aspect and the accountability! Who: Anyone who wants to knit a top-down, lace front, raglan sweater. You must know how to knit, purl, increase, decrease, use double-pointed needles and/or magic loop. What: We will all be knitting the same pattern, 1999 by Tin Can Knits You can view the pattern here:  https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/1999n When: Saturday, May 7th, 21st, June 4th and 18th 2022 from 6pm to 8pm. You can come to as many or as few sessions as you would like (well, except the 1st session...that one is manda...

Baby Sweater Class Cost: $ 75.00 Sun, Apr 3, 2022 at Noon to 3:00 pm AND Sun, Apr 10, 2022 at Noon to 3:00 pm Sweater knitting can seem a little intimidating due to the sheer size of the project, construction and shaping concerns, and seaming. But with this class it isn’t. For starters we will be knitting either a girl or boy 6-12 month size sweater. I will lead you step by step through the knitting process for a top down, raglan sleeve cardigan with knitted in button bands. This type of construction has no seaming so finishing is a breeze. After completing your adorable baby sweater you will have the skills and confidence to tackle any size sweater with similar construction. This pattern is easily adaptable for different stitch patterns and embellishments so it may become your favorite go-to baby sweater to knit for the little ones in your life. Experience Level Required: must be able to knit and purl Materials Student Brings: size 7 - 24” circular needles, approximately 220 yards of...

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If you have been using yarn for awhile, you probably know how to use yarn that is put up in a hank...but think back to when you tried to wind your very first hank of yarn. If your story is anything like mine, you made a HUUUUUUUGE mess!!! So, first of all, why does yarn even come like this?? Shouldn't all yarn just come in a ball? Hand-dyed yarns are dyed in hank form and it's easiest to keep it in that form because hanks travel a LOT better than wound balls. It's also better for storage, as yarn that is wound puts tension on the fiber. This is why most natural fibers will be in hank form and most man-made/processed fibers will be put into a ball. Of course, there is ALWAYS the exception to the rule that just leaves me scratching my head! :) Before using the yarn, you will need to wind it into a ball. You can do this with a swift & ball winder (we are happy to do this for you, just ask!) or you can do it at home if you have your own swift and ball winder. Other options...

We just received another shipment of Malabrigo yarn!! This time I received Rios , Arroyo and Rasta !!! Click on each yarn name to take you to our inventory! We just finished our 2 month sweater-a-long knitting the Throwover sweater by Andrea Mowry. Most of these gorgeous sweaters were knit using Rios!!! We will host another sweater-a-long in May & June....this time it will be 1999 by Tin Can Knits This sweater would also be AWESOME in Rios!!!