Attune Shawl

We have a new store sample. 

Pattern: Attune Shawl (purchased on Ravelry)

Yarn: 2 skeins of Patagonia in 146 Wisteria and 1 ball of Starke 6 in 2473.

This shawl is all about texture, squish and the movement of color. Watching the colors move and change was mesmerizing, and I finished the shawl long before I was ready to, because I just could not set it down! I hope this shawl inspires you to grab some of your favorite yarns and mash them together in a shawl that begs to be wrapped around you! This shawl is knit from the top down using Brioche and Half-fishermen’s rib. It is very customizable for different yarn weights and to achieve different sizes.

Here is another version of the shawl that has been hanging in the store. Patagonia 115 with Starke 6 2248.

Here are a few colour suggestions. Patagonia 136 with Starke 6 - 2546.

Patagonia 150 with Starke 6 - 2514.

It was a late night last night (with no knitting) and a very early morning but life is back on track. The family is home from the cottage. It is going to get hot there today with the potential for tornadoes. YIKES!!! 

This was last night. Fred was down on the dock determined to get on the boat. Beth had the door closed and he was trying to go over it and then trying to get on the front of the boat to jump over. Beth had to rush down and open the door for him. We call him baby Lucy because sometimes he is as stubborn as she was.

I need to send a big shout out to Lynn. I needed to stay home until dad and Beth returned because a repair man was coming. Lynn wasn’t going to work today but when I called her in a panic last night she said she’d open for me today. She even stopped at my house on her way to get the iPad which I take home every night. It was a good thing she was with me. We had a crazy day - in the best way. So many customers in including some I haven’t seen in years. THANK YOU LYNN!!!!!

Freia Fibers yarns on sale

Zanete Knits has a new pattern. You can purchase the pattern for the Noura Cardigan on Ravelry.

Dreaming of the perfect lightweight lace cardigan for summer? Meet the Noura Cardigan! This seamless, top-down design brings elegance and ease together, with sleeves worked simultaneously with the yoke for a smooth and interesting construction. Featuring a simple, intuitive lace stitch pattern that’s easy to memorise, this cardigan is as fun to knit as it is beautiful to wear. 

Designed for fingering or sport weight yarns, the Noura Cardigan shines in solid colours that let the lace details take centre stage. 

This advanced intermediate pattern is perfect for knitters who love a challenge, requiring ability to read charts and your knitting, and incorporating newly increased stitches into a lace pattern. Along the way, you’ll explore fun techniques with the support of detailed close-up demo videos.

You can knit the cardigan in fingering weight or sport weight yarn.

It’s time to say goodbye to our yarns from Freia Fibers. We need the room for the exciting new yarns that will be coming for fall.

See all the colours we have in stock. The yarns are marked down to ridiculous prices - please stock up while the colours you like are available.

This is the Taconic Hat that is knit with 2 Minikins. You can purchase the pattern on Ravelry.

Mr. UPS brought in two boxes late this afternoon. Too late to count the yarn so we’ll do it tomorrow and then get the yarn online. The Hedgehog Sock (above) is calling my name.

Three brand new colours of Le Petit Lambswool.

The dogs were in the lake as soon as the boat got to the dock. 

I had a bit of cleaning to do around the house and then a few other chores. Now a bit of knitting. I’m fading in the last colour on my shawl.

Anchor Bay

With a balanced blend of 50% Cotton and 50% Superwash Merino Wool, Anchor Bay is a supple, lightweight, and easy-care blend that delivers excellent stitch definition. This machine-washable and dryable yarn naturally wicks away moisture and retains its shape, making it a reliable choice for everyday wear. Available in a wide range of rich tones, this multi-seasonal yarn is ideal for garments for all ages, accessories, and cozy blankets.

Anchor Bay is a true DK weight yarn - the suggested tension is 22 sts = 4” on 4mm needles. 

See the shades we have in stock. A few colours are out of stock and we are waiting for our supplier to receive another shipment.

Here is a link to patterns on Ravelry that use Anchor Bay.

You might have some Sirdar or Hayfield baby patterns at home that ask for DK weight yarn. Anchor Bay is a great substitute.

Are you following Andrea Mowry on Instagram? She showed a sneak peek today of her new sweater pattern that should be coming out next week. I will make up kits once we know the yarn requirements.

Fred getting comfy on dad’s bed while dad was in the shower this morning.

Alex is coming in with me tomorrow and there are boxes piling up for her to unpack. A large box from Malabrigo that is full of Rios will be her first job.

The family is leaving for the cottage in the morning. Beth wants to sneak away for a few days. They will come home on Saturday morning because it’s getting hot there over the weekend. I’ll have a few days of quiet while they’re gone.

Ivy Top

This is the Ivy Top from PetiteKnit. You can purchase the pattern on Ravelry.

The Ivy Top is worked from the top down. The top is constructed so the first section is worked with shoulder increases and short rows, then the front and back yoke are worked separately, back and forth on the circular needle. Front and back yoke are then joined again to form the body, which is worked in the round on the circular needle.

The top is knit with a fingering weight yarn held double strand. Rowan Summerlite 4ply is a great option. And surprise. It is on sale until the end of July.

We are expecting lots of boxes over the next few days. Malabrigo. Cascade. Allino from BC Garn. Hedghog Fibres and Biches & Buches.

All the painting is finished and we’re starting to get things hung again. This is the front hall. There are a lot of pot lights and I can’t get the colour correct in the picture. It’s a mocha colour and we’re very happy with it.

This picture popped up on my iPad this afternoon. Baby Jackson from 2021.

The Price is Right is on and the Jays are about to start. I’m heading to my knitting chair. I’m working away on What the Fade?! I have 10 rows of the fifth colour to work and then I will be joining in the last colour.

Happy Birthday Beth

Joji Locatelli has a new pattern. This is the Elton Tee and you can purchase the pattern on Ravelry.

Inspired by previous versions of Elton (Cardigan and Pullover), this top features the same simple stripes, alternating yarn in 2 different weights, fingering and lace weight mohair.

The difference with previous versions are: a V-neck shape, less positive ease, and a smaller gauge to adapt to the lovely silk yarn used in this sample.

The sweater is knit with a fingering weight yarn and a lace weight mohair/silk blend. 

Today is Beth’s birthday. It’s actually been a birthday weekend for her. They were home from the cottage early on Saturday. She’s picked our meals and received lots of treats and presents. Tonight I’m making steak, baked potatoes and beans for dinner. One of her favourites. Buying presents for her is hard because you ask her what she wants and she doesn’t have a list. I’m the complete opposite - I can give them a list a mile long 😘 I was able to surprise her with things she had casually mentioned over the past few months so that was good. 

Birthday dinner. Then we had some ice cream. Now it’s time for a bit of knitting before bed.

Happy Sunday

Alex send me pictures of her latest project.

All done. Tsutsu Bear by Cinthia Vallet. Emma’s Practically Perfect Sock in Glazed Donut and Lilac You A Lot.

She is so cute!!!

There wasn’t any knitting for me today. Dad and I went to church and then the rest of the day was spent sleeping off a migraine. I’m feeling a bit better now but it’s going to be an early evening.

Happy Sunday to everyone!!

 

Last September

Melanie Berg has a new pattern called Last September. You can purchase the pattern on Ravelry.

Some moments stay with you—like the last days of September, when the air smells like woodsmoke, the trees are on fire with color, and the world feels just a little more alive. That’s the feeling woven into Last September.

With its flowing leaf pattern and rich Kastanie (“chestnut”) colorway, this shawl is like wrapping yourself in autumn’s last golden glow.

Knit it up, drape it over your shoulders, and step into the season—because some things, like crisp air and falling leaves, are meant to be savoured.

There are some samples of the shawl on Ravelry. Knitters have used fingering weight, sport weight and DK for the shawl. 

Last September has a free Row Map included.

ROW MAPS

A serendipitous collaboration between Chad Lewis and Melanie Berg 

A Row Map is a printable checklist that accompanies each row in a knitting pattern. It provides clear guidance to the knitter, indicating which row they are currently working on, the corresponding written instruction to follow, and the recommended color to use. All you need to do is check off each row as you complete it, allowing the Row Map to seamlessly guide you from start to finish. 

Chad, a knitting instructor at a cancer center in Toronto, Canada, created his first Row Map to make knitting more accessible for individuals experiencing the cognitive challenges associated with “chemo brain.” He shared this Row Map with Melanie, a knitwear designer and cancer survivor who instantly understood its value, and a new cancer awareness initiative was born. 

The Row Maps included in these patterns are our gift to you. If you find them helpful, please consider making a donation to a cancer research organization that best aligns with your heart. To the right are links to organizations that are meaningful to us and our work.

We believe that with the help of a Row Map, all knitters facing concentration challenges can confidently pick up their needles and continue knitting with ease. We thank you in advance and are grateful to include you in this beautiful initiative. Happy knitting! 

Melanie and Chad

I ordered pizza for dinner and now it’s time to knit. The family is having fun at the cottage. They’ve been on the lake most of the day. Unfortunately they are coming home tomorrow morning. It’s going to get really hot there and that isn’t good for any of them. The cottage doesn’t have central air. There is an air conditioning unit in the main room but it can only make the cottage so cold. It will also be way too hot to be on the lake. Sunday doesn’t look any better. They’re planning on heading back on Thursday. Maybe I’ll get to go next weekend.