Throwback

This shawl popped up on my memories today.

The pattern is called Espe (pattern purchased on Ravelry). I love this shawl! It was knit with 2 full skeins of fingering weight yarn. We don’t have the yarn anymore but any fingering will work. If you want a smaller shawl you can go down needle size (ours is knit on a 5mm which makes it light and airy). You can also stop knitting when you are happy with the size - the pattern is super easy to adjust.

Alex popped in on Saturday with my blocked Traveler Cowl. I used Eleventh Hour Spincycle Dyed in the Wool. I think this is my 8th Traveler Cowl. It is a great project and I highly recommend it to everyone.

As you can see I haven’t sewn in the ends. Maybe tomorrow. I love the sweater. So much that I’m going to wind yarn to cast on another one.

DON’T FORGET THAT THE STORE WILL BE CLOSED ON SATURDAY MARCH 28TH.

I’m leaving on March 20th for a cruise. Lynn will be in the store

• Friday March 20th
• Saturday March 21st
• Wednesday March 25th
• Thursday March 26th
• Friday March 27th

Orders will be shipped while I’m away. Lynn and I text and talk. I email her the packing slip so she can print it. She pulls the yarn and texts me the box size. Then I make the shipping label and email it to her. She gets the box sealed up for Mr. UPS or Mr. Canada Post. We might be a bit slower than normal but boxes will be going out.

I will be back in the store on Monday March 30th to ship any orders Lynn doesn’t get out.

I think I will be knitting another Happy Camp Sweater while I’m away. 

This sweater is going to be one size smaller and a bit longer. I’m off to my sewing room where my ball winder lives.

Sweater Surgery

My sweater is dry and I tried it on. The neck is way too wide.

It’s hard to tell in my dark turtle neck.

I drew a white line so you can see where the neckband sits on me. I kept trying to pull the neckband up when I was wearing it.

I wasn’t happy with it so I’ve been contemplating what to do. The sweater is knit top down so I can’t take out the neck and redo it. I decided to pick up along the cast on edge. Then I knit 6 rows and this matches the sweater and sleeve cast offs. On the first row I decreased some stitches to pull it in a bit.

Here it is finished. It sits so much better. I would need to change clothes to get pictures and that isn’t in my near future. Beth and I will do photos tomorrow. Now I need to sew in the ends. 😂 

Sirdar has some new spring/summer patterns. They are knit in DK weight - perfect for Rowan Summerlite DK. You can purchase this pattern on Ravelry.

Here is a link to the pattern on Ravelry.

It’s time for a movie and knitting. I’m leaving the ends for tomorrow when I can bring a proper sewing needle home from the store. I can’t find mine. I need to get into my sewing room and find all my accessories.

New Kits

This is the Rujuu Sweater from Zanete Knits. It was a MKAL and now the sweater has been revealed. You can purchase the pattern on Ravelry.

Introducing the Rujuu Sweater, the third Mystery Yokalong and a stash-busting adventure! This design features geometric stranded colourwork with some playful slip-stitch techniques to keep things interesting and a little mysterious. 

Starting January 16th, 2026, you’ll receive 7 weekly clues that gradually reveal the full design like unwrapping a fun surprise every week. Each clue will be sent directly to your Ravelry inbox and email, complete with detailed, step-by-step instructions. In addition, you’ll get access to video tutorials packed with helpful tips and techniques to guide you through the process.

Take a look at the finished projects on Ravelry. There are some gorgeous colour combinations. You can make it as a sweater or cardigan. 

The Orienta Shawl has a new home. It makes it easier for everyone to see and feel the yarn. Of course I made up more colour combinations. There is a basket beside the shawl full of kits to make shopping easier. We can also put together different combinations.

I’m very early today. After work I need to run to the grocery store. There could be another nap after dinner. It’s normally Beth’s job to be up early with the dogs. I don’t think they’ve let me sleep until 7am this week. Beth will be home early tomorrow evening and then she gets to tag in and look after everything for a few days.

New Colours

Lang has introduced new colours of Linello. These should be here sometime next week.

The colours are ever surprising. Linello is a beautiful yarn made of linen, cotton and just a small percentage of viscose. The composition is not only breath-taking but it’s also breathable material. Perfect for hot summer days and balmy evenings.

Mr. FedEx brought a huge box from Biches & Buches that included Le Lambswool, Le Petit Lambswool and Le Petit Silk & Mohair. The website has been updated.

Just before I left Mr. UPS came in with a big box from Malabrigo. Arroyo, Rasta, Rios and Ultimate Sock. The website has been updated.

Then Mr. Canpar came in with a box of KnitPro (Knitters Pride) and Lantern Moon needles. Those aren’t online yet - hopefully tonight.

I had a short nap after dinner and now it’s time for a movie.

King Salmon

Lynn started a new project last week.

This is King Salmon (pattern purchased on Ravelry). Lynn is knitting the sweater with Baa Ram Ewe Donegal Twists in colours 616 and 617.

Here is a close up so you can see the subtle tweed in the yarn.

Linda dropped by today wearing her latest Ooey Gooey Cowl. This time she used Jackie O Suri Silk with Eleventh Hour Dyed in the Wool. We are out of Jackie O (someone purchased it this morning) but more will be coming at the end of March. Another option is Whisper.

Mr. FedEx dropped off 5 boxes of Rowan. Lynn and I hustled and all the preorders for Rowan Magazine 79 packed and out today.

They pack the books well so they don’t arrive damaged but it takes a bit to get to the box.

Lynn got most of the yarn put away and I worked on the website. All the new yarns are up now.

I brought home dinner then had a quick nap. My sweater is almost dry. Probably tomorrow. Now it’s time for a movie and knitting.