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Hilde AND Kris' Corner

With Jen away on the crochet cruise to Alaska, Kris and I feel a bit left out and thought you might be feeling that way, too. So Kris and I wanted to bring you a taste of Alaska, with pattern ideas we were inspired by from our trip last year. Last summer was a knitting cruise, so most of the patterns here are for knitting. (Sorry, crocheters) First, we have Memories of Juneau by Melissa Highfill . It’s a free pattern available on Ravelry. It comes from Changing Tides in Juneau using locally hand-dyed yarns in colors inspired by totem poles. Kris loved this pattern and has knit it twice. This shawl is easily customizable using colors that inspire you, and you can even change the number of colors used if you so wish. This is an easy knit using fingering weight yarn. For the most color options, Cascade Heritage would work nice for this. I can see it done in greens and browns for PNW colors, or different shades of blues to mimic the ocean or a favorite lake, etc etc. Kris says this patt...
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Fiber Night Out

We just added two Fiber Night Out events to our schedule!!! Join us to learn how to Needle Felt  adorable Barrel Kitties! Everything you need will be provided to  make 2 barrel kitties and there will be a  variety of wool colors to make your kitties personal!  Just bring your  IMAGINATION! Friday, September 11th 6pm to 8pm $45 per person You can register in-store or online HERE Join us as we make these adorable Woodland Gnomes. Everything you need to create 2 Woodland and/or Holiday Gnomes will be provided and there will be  a variety of colors to choose from for hats and clothing!  Just Bring your imagination!! Friday, November 13th 6pm to 8pm $45 per person You can register in-store or online HERE
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Hilde's Corner

I just finished a few projects I thought would be fun to share with you.  The first one was a test knit for socks that I think are so cute. A flock of sheep at the leg with one that seems to have wandered away from the flock on the heel. The wandering sheep is duplicate stitched onto the heel with an option to stitch the flock’s guardian dog. The pattern is Flock Socks by Tracy Workman and is $6 on Ravelry. I used Square Peg yarn for the meadow as it was a perfect green with the speckles adding texture to the meadow. Cascade Heritage was used for the rest of the sock. Next is Reina de Picas Tee_2.0 by Valentina Bogdanova selling for about $9.75 on Ravelry. The neck is so pretty with the scalloped edge and the lace yoke was a lot of fun to knit. The yoke comes with the option of two depths, as well as the option to make the lace less holey, if you prefer a less revealing lace. It calls for sport weight yarn so I chose Queensland United to knit this, as I really love this yarn. I...
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July 2026 FB Winners

Congratulations to our FB winners for July 2026!!! I kinda love how the winners together made a little outfit...along with a Jimothy accessory!! :) Candance - Socks for husband Tricia - Scrappy Hat for donation Sarah - Streamline Tank finished just in time for Flock Emiko - Jimothy
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Stitch Scout

Stitch Scout Multi-Tool for Knitters & Crocheters Have you ever wanted one of those cool Swiss multi knife things with all the little swing out tools... But for knitting and crochet? I'd like you to meet the Stitch Scout - Multi Tool! Handmade from beechwood plywood, this mighty little tool has everything you need for your next knitting or crochet adventure in a pocket sized little package! It's 9 tools in 1! Wraps Per Inch (WPI) Tool Knitting Needle & Crochet Hook Gauge Gauge Square Storage Box For Stitch Markers / Row Counters / Etc Measuring Tape  Cable Needle (2 in 1 combo with the Repair Crochet Hook) Repair Crochet Hook - H / 5mm / US 8 (2 in 1 combo with the Cable Needle) Darning Needle Yarn Cutter* *Contains an embedded razor blade. TSA approval for carry-on luggage is not guaranteed. Pack in checked baggage to be safe You can purchase these in-store or online HERE
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New Colors - Bamboo Pop Sock

Look at all these pretty colors of Bamboo Pop Sock that just arrived!!! You can find these in-store or online HERE
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Special T-Shirts

We are SO excited to be celebrating TEN YEARS this year!!!!!!!  We are using a local t-shirt printing company to run some shirts with our logo AND Celebrating 10 Years on the arm. We will only run these once and the funds will help us get through the quiet summer season and allow us to buy all the fall yarns we want to stock for the winter!!!! We are also releasing a new shirt that says 'Yes, I really do need all this yarn" These will both be in the shop and online to purchase, but it helps if you pre-order them now so we know what sizes to run!! Thank you for your support over the last ten years and we are looking forward to the next ten! Two shirt designs available. One black shirt with A Little Knitty Logo and 'Celebrating 10 Years' on the arm and one Heathered Grey Shirt with Yes, I really need all this yarn. Oh, and a side note: we never use AI art...all art is either created by a designer or myself! Details about the shirt: The Gildan Softstyle® 64000 redefines c...
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New Colors - Colorburst

We are so excited to have the new colors of Colorburst!!! You can find these in-store or online HERE
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New Colors of Malabrigo Rios

We are so excited for these new colors of Malabrigo Rios!!! You can find these in-store or online HERE
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Hot off the needles

While I was on vacation with my husband for our anniversary, I brought this project with me. It was a great way to show off how stunning the Cumulus Rainbow yarn is....and it was a super easy project to memorize.  I knit it while enjoying an iced tea in the cafe... And did a little people watching while my husband was so entertained by me that he passed out (isn't that what a vacation is for????) This scarf is called An Italian Summer Scarf and was knit with one ball of Cumulus Rainbow! And the pattern is FREE on Ravelry!!! Here it is blocking (it grew to almost 7' after blocking!!!)
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Hilde's Corner - Those darn aphids

I’ve been busy in my garden, as many of you might be this time of year, but I am waging battle in mine. Aphids have laid siege to my hellebores.😭 I have fought back fiercely, but I fear the little bugs are winning. I am tired and dream of how nice a garden without aphids would be. Then it hit me… I can have lively blooms - in my knitting or crochet!!! No aphids there!! (Granted, other little bugs could potentially be an issue, but we are NOT going to go there!) So if your garden is causing you sadness, fear not! We can have graceful blooms on our projects. Here are some beautiful ideas. Oh look! First up are Hellebore socks! No aphids on these beauties. You can bet I will be knitting these ASAP! Hellebore by Jessica McDonald sells for $7 on Ravelry. Cascade Heritage would be great for these socks with ALL the color options they have. Or perhaps a fun indie dyed yarn for the flowers. Look how happy and cheerful these flowers look on Flowers of Fortrose Hat by Corinne Tomlinson . Sel...
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Loose Ends Project

When a crafter dies mid-project, or is no longer able to do handwork due to disability or illness, they will likely have unfinished items they were making for friends and family. These tangible, handmade expressions of love could get lost, donated away, or thrown out. Loose Ends aims to ease grief, create community, and inspire generosity by matching volunteer handwork finishers with projects people have left undone due to death or disability.  NEED A PROJECT FINISHED? Visit us online to find out if your project qualifies to be completed by a Loose Ends finisher. If it does, simply fill out the online form and we will match you with a volunteer who has the skills and time to get the job done.  HAVE SOME TIME TO GIVE? As a crafter, you understand that a handmade gift is priceless. The materials and hours that go into making something for a loved one are a gesture of love. Your efforts will reconnect an individual with a garment or accessory that had been begun for them by a lo...
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Pacific Northwest Fiber Arts Expo

The Pacific Northwest Fiber Arts Expo ( https://www.pnwfiberx.com/ ) is returning this Fall to Port Angeles, WA October 2-4, 2026! This year’s craft marketplace will be on Friday and Saturday, with workshops, demonstrations and hands-on activities for all ages throughout the weekend. Entrance is free for the marketplace and demonstrations. Information on workshops is available on the website, with pre-registration required. The signup deadline for workshops is September 20th.   The PNW Fiber Arts Expo showcases the abundance of fiber-related creativity and skills in our region. From Spinning to Felting, Knitting to Weaving, Tatting to Beading and much more, we’ll demonstrate, instruct and inspire. Fiber Expo is a great opportunity for all ages to learn heritage craft skills and connect with others passionate about fiber arts.
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Square Peg Seasonal Sets -July is here!!

How GORGEOUS is this yarn?? I just finished the Weekend Hat with a skein of the DK and it was so fun to see how it worked up.  As soon as I was done I threw it on my head and my husband walks onto the backporch and says "It's really weird to come out here on a 85 degree day and see you wearing a knit hat". Is it really that weird though?? I mean I doubt it is the first time ;) You can pick up the Seasonal Set HERE and the yarn will be released soon to purchase by itself.
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Kris' Corner - Hot Summer Projects

As we jump into the peak of summer “hot” is on our minds as the temps rise and we are bbqing, swimming and just enjoying our glorious PNW backyard. So grab a glass of iced tea to keep you cool as you read my “Hot” article. The first pattern is called “Hot Oatmeal Shawl” and is full of lacy yarn overs that provide holes for the summer breeze to waft through. I think 100% cotton Huasco Coton yarn would be perfect for this project. The triangular boomerang shape shows off the lace holes giving it a soft drape to throw over your shoulders. The pattern is by SweaterFreak and is available for $7 on Ravelry. It wouldn’t be a “hot” summer without hot air balloons so I had to include this pattern that is called, “Hot Air Balloon” by Angela Louise Wood . This simple knit blanket is knit with one color but has purled areas, in the design, that create a hot air balloon motif along with some fluffy clouds. I love how these images pop off the blanket. A great choice of yarn for this blanket would b...
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