KNIT-O-MATIC

Victoria Day Long Weekend Hours

2013-05-17T09:27:00.002-04:00

We will be Closed on Monday May 20, 2013 for the Victoria Day long weekend, but are open regular hours on Saturday and Sunday.

Saturday May 18: 11am to 6pm
Sunday May 19: 12pm to 5pm
Monday May 20: Closed

We apologize for any inconvenience and hope you enjoy the cottage/fireworks/beer! ~ Knit-o-Matic

NEW: Sweet Georgia Tough Love Sock

2013-05-16T14:37:00.001-04:00

Sweet Georgia Tough Love Sock
A new shipment of Sweet Georgia just rolled in, this time we've brought in their Tough Love Sock. It is a very soft and bouncy blend of machine washable wool & resilient nylon. Plus it comes in the same great saturated Sweet Georgia colours. I'm really happy with this yarn, it feels great, looks great, it's hand-made at home, and it doesn't break the bank.

Soft, lots of squish and body
80% superwash merino wool, 20% nylon
115g/388m (1 skein makes a pair of socks)
7.5 to 8 sts/inch on 2 to 2.25mm needles
Machine wash gentle, lay flat to dry
Hand painted in British Columbia.
$23.97 ea.

upper: oceanside, lower: tourmaline

upper: snapdragon, lower: hummingbird

upper: tumbled stone, lower: boheme

upper: berry tart, lower: Honey Fig

upper: cherry, lower: berry tart

upper: autumn flame, lower: pomegranate

Upper: tumbled stone, Lower: stillwater

upper: boysenberry, lower: berry tart

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SALE: Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK

2013-05-13T09:43:00.000-04:00

SALE Buy 4 Get 1 Free!
Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK

Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK has unfortunately been discontinued, and our stock needs to find forever homes. It's a soft, springy, happy yarn that you will love and we will miss. It is great for both knitting and crochet, and is soft and washable, so great for making everything from baby booties, hats, scarves, sweaters, and blankets.

Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry
4mm needles
50g/110m (120 yards)
Cashmere, Merino, Microfiber
Buy 4 Get 1 Free!

Sophie

Pattern by Ysolda Teague via Ravelry.com (£3.75 GBP)
2 balls Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK
3mm double pointed needles

Effortless Cardigan

Pattern by Hannag Fettig, via Ravelry ($5.95 USD)
9 to 15 balls Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK
5.5mm needles (see pattern for details)

Buncha Squares Blanket

Free 'pattern' via Mason Dixon Knitting
Approx 20 balls Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK
4mm needles

Elijah

Pattern by Ysolda Teague via Ravelry (£3.75 GBP)
2 balls Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK
3mm double pointed needles

Ripple Blanket

Free pattern by Lucy of Attic24 This version by KnitKnatKnotUK
You can make any size, the above version was 65" or 165cm wide x 83" or 220cm (3 balls of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK in each of 22 colours, 10 balls in 23rd colour.)
4mm crochet hook

Poppy

Pattern by Ysolda Teague, via Ravelry (£3.75 GBP)
2 balls of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK for body, 1 for dress, 1 for hair
3mm double pointed needles

New Super Easy Baby Blanket

Pattern free via Purl Bee
1 ball of ball of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK for each of 7 colours
4.5mm needles

Kirstie's Tea and Egg Cozy

Pattern by Susie Johnson, via Ravelry (£3.50 GBP)
1 ball of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK for each colour (see pattern for complete details
4mm needles

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International Yarn Bombing Day June 8, 2013

2013-05-09T15:59:00.003-04:00

The Third International Yarn Bombing Day is coming up in a month and we are super EXCITED! Since March people have been asking what we are cooking up ... well, we're organizing a Buffet (so to speak).

What is Yarn Bombing? Yarn Bombing is a type of guerilla or graffiti knitting, a kind street art that employs colourful displays of knitted or crocheted yarn or fibre, rather than paint or chalk. Some people refer to it as 'knitting in the wild.'

From June 1 to 8th, we are going to yarn bomb our neighbourhood, and we want YOU to join us! It doesn't have to be anything big, tiny little 'tags' are just fine. Think of a little crochet flower hanging from a cross-walk button or a small strip sewn to a pole. You can even tie a pom-pom or even just string around a post. If you want/have the time to go big, please do! The result will be a proliferation of whimsical fibre 'graffiti' that takes over the neighbourhood, creating a happy spring experience for all the members of our community.

There are no aesthetic restrictions, make what you want, as much as you want, and put it up when you can. My only request is 'Do No Harm' and use good judgement. Please don't hurt any plants, we don't want another Trinity Bellwoods Yarn Tree scandal. Also, I don't suggest yarn bombing private property, unless it's your property or you have permission from the owner.

What: Yarn Bombing!
When: June 1 to 8, 2013
Where: Your Neighbourhood
Why: FUN!

Yarn Bombing in Canada

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NEW YARN ALERT: Debbie Bliss Rialto DK Print

2013-05-04T20:48:00.005-04:00

Rialto DK Print is a fab new yarn from Debbie Bliss which we are sure you'll love. It is made with soft, 100% Superwash Merino Wool - which means it's great for everybody and everything, including kids, men, blankets, etc, even boot socks! It knits up in stripes that will wow everyone. Use Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK in a contrasting colour for ribbing to make your stripes pop!

Available in 6 self-striping colourways
50g/ 105m
22 sts & 30 rows = 10cm/4" on 4mm needles
Machine wash cool, lay flat to dry
$9.97 per ball

I know it's hard to visualize how the yarn will knit up, so take a peek at the patterns from the Debbie Bliss Rialto DK Print Book drew up for this yarn HERE

Nutmeag made these Striped Baby Legwarmers (free pattern Legwarmies) with 1 ball of Rialto DK Print and 1 ball of contrasting yarn. Or Try Hopscotch (another free pattern) for children's sizes.

Make a Caramel cardie (free pattern) using Rialto DK Print alternated with a solid contrast colour of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK.

I think it would make an amazing Chevron Baby Blanket (use 4mm needles and cast on 193sts for a blanket about 31" wide) but keep in mind the striping will be much narrower.

More modest striping options: use Rialto DK Print alternated with a solid contrast colour of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK for pattern OhLaLa.

You can find us at Knitomatic.com!

NEW YARN ALERT: Manos del Uruguay Alergria Sock

2013-05-03T21:38:00.000-04:00

Alergria means 'Joy' in spanish, and we don't disagree - Manos Del Uruguay Alergria is a great new sock yarn! It is super soft, which is really nice is a sock yarn that is 75% superwash merino wool and 25% polyamide. Each skein is hand dyed, no two are exactly alike. The yardage is good at 425m/100g, and it knits on 2.25 to 3mm needles. machine or hand wash cool, lay flat to dry. The price aint bad either at a very reasonable $21.97 per skein.

Manos Del Uruguay is a non-profit organization which assembles women in cooperatives scattered throughout Uruguay to bring economic and social opportunities to rural women.

Get it while it lasts! Uruguay isn't a busy international shipping destination, so it takes a while to get inventory onto a boat and out of the country.

You can find us at Knitomatic.com!

HOW-TO Store Your Knits for Summer

2013-05-03T17:24:00.001-04:00

Listen to Me Now, Believe Me Later

The biggest mistake people make is putting their sweaters away for storage without cleaning them first. Body oil, dirt, and food provide a veritable shmorgasbord for moths.

Picture via Yuppee.com

1. Round Up the Usual Suspects

Everyone remembers to store the sweaters, but unfortunately the step-children are often left behind. Don’t forget your wool socks, hats, mitts, gloves, scarves, cowls, and other sundry accessories. Don’t forget blankets and anything felted - the bugs especially love the felties.

Photo via Ehow

2. Inspection!

Take a close look to see if your knits need any repairs. Look for little white bits of fluff that look like a long grain of rice, or small deposits of granules that feel like sand. If you have either of these, I regret to inform you that you’ve got bugs. Pick off the offending bits outside, put the victim in a bag and leave it in the freezer for a week to make sure any residual eggs are good and dead. With needle and contrasting thread, gently sew up any holes (you can take this out later and fix it properly). Wash (see next section).

Do not wash sweaters with moth holes without sewing them up. The holes will stretch and get bigger and less fixable.

3. Lather Up

Hand wash in cold water with a delicate wash that does not need to be rinsed, like Eucalan or SoakWash (read the instructions on the botttle). Eucalan is great for animal fibres, it has a little bit more lanolin than Soak and comes in a series of natural scents like lavender, grapefruit, eucalyptus, jasmine, or unscented. Soak is a bit lighter (it’s great for lingerie) and comes in an assortment of blended, exotic scents (Aquae, Celebration, Lacey), as well as unscented. I suggest you let your nose choose, both Eucalan and Soak will get your knits clean and ready for hibernation, and both are made in Canada by really nice people.

After washing, gently squeeze out the excess water - never wring! Wrap knits in a towel and gently squish out the excess water (I like to step on it and give it a ‘massage’). Any kind of towel will do, but microfiber towels are especially useful, since they can absorb a ton of water and dry quickly.

If you don’t have a wash tub at your disposal, Soak makes excellent plastic wash basins in 2 sizes (affectionately named Carrie & Phil) that are great for year round laundrification.

If hand washing is not feasible for large blankets, you may have to b

oogey on down to the laundromat. W
ash blankets individually in a large-ish front loading washing machine on the delicate setting with Eucalan or Soak. Don't use a top-loader, it won't end well - you need to avoid abrasion as much as possible.

4. Dry ‘Em

Lay your knits flat on a dry towel or drying rack. Flip the sweater to make sure both sides dry, and make sure your knits are completely dry before putting them away, you do not want them to mildew (ew!).

Photo via Real Simple & Vintage Mint

5. Fold ‘Em

Try to fold your knits as little as possible to avoid creases when you break them out next fall. This especially goes for finer knits, like machine made cashmeres. Lay the sweater on a flat surface with the front down, fold the arms in at the shoulder seam, and bring the bottom up, folding the sweater in half with the arms tucked in.

6. Bag ‘Em

Knits need to breathe, so skip the vacuum storage bags which can trap moisture. I prefer a plastic zipper storage bag with breathable cloth sides (you can buy them from us in store of HERE). The nylon zippered under-bed storage bags are ok, or you can also stash them in a zippered cotton pillow case. Those big Rubbermaid storage tubs are not impervious to pests, so if your winter knits are going into storage in one, make sure they go into a storage bag first.
The small zipper bags (see picture above) are great for a single sweater! Consider storing your sweaters in singles - in the fall, when you break out your knits, you only need to expose the ones you are currently wearing to the elements. Additionally, if one of your sweaters has a little moth colony, keeping them all quarantined can prevent an infestation from spreading to all your knits.

7. Additives?

Please do not add moth balls to your storage bags. Besides smelling awful, the chemicals are terrible for you. I’ve never been impressed with cedar balls, there’s rarely enough of the cedar oil left in the wood to chase off the buggies. If you want to add a little scent to your arsenal, try a sachet of natural lavender (you can knit the sachet pouches or buy them at a dollar store). No lavender plants blooming around your house? You could also try rosemary springs, look in the vegetable section of your grocery store. You can also try some heavily scented soap, like Lush. I cut it up into little pieces, tie the pieces into little bits of old panty-hose, and spread them liberally around inside the bags.
Addenda May 4, 2013: Catherine Schaus says she uses bags of lavender tea as a sachet. Great idea Catherine!

8. Rome Wasn’t Built in a Day

Unless you only have a handful of knits or limitless amounts of drying space, you aren’t going to get this chore done in a day. Wash one or 2 sweaters every other day (my drying rack holds two) and stow them away as you go. In a few weeks you’ll be done and your knits will be safe. You might want to start the process in April with your thick knits (oops, too late this time round, I’ll try harder next year), and move progressively to the lighter knits as you move into May.

9. Don’t Forget Your Stash!

You yarn needs TLC too. It probably doesn’t need to be washed, but a little inspection can’t hurt, and it definitely needs to be bagged. Animal fibres hold humidity, so stowing the woolens will make your summer hydro bill a little less painful. But more important, the humidity has a deleterious effect on the fibres, they become less resilient, and feltable yarns will lose their feltifying properties.

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New Magazines & Books!

2013-04-05T15:17:00.001-04:00

Knitscene Summer 2013 $9.97

Knitting Traditions Spring 2013 $15.99

The Shape of Knitting $32.95 & Knitting Pattern Essentials $28.97

Melville is a great knitter and educator. If you want to understand how to modify and design your own sweaters, this is the book for you.

Circular Knitting Workshop $28.97 & Knitting from the Center Out $31.47

Knits at Home $27.95

Gorgeous patterns for any home.

60 Quick Baby Blankets $21.95 & Knit a Monser Nursery $24.97

Crochet One-Skein Wonders $21.95 & Granny Square Love $23.97

Amigurumi On The Go $23.97 & Topsy-Turvy Inside-Out Knit Toys $19.95

Knits of Tomorrow $19.95 & Knit Your Own Dog: The Second Litter $17.95

Interweave Craft Tree Booklets $14.97 each: Easy Knitted Accessories, Crocheted Baby Gifts, & Crocheted Afghans

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Easter Holiday Hours

2013-03-28T11:13:00.002-04:00

Pattern for Bunny-Bits FREE on Mollie Makes

Store Hours for Easter Holiday 2013
Friday March 29: CLOSED
Saturday March 30: 11am to 6pm
Sunday March 31: 12pm to 5pm
Monday April 1: 11am to 6pm

You can find us at Knitomatic.com!

New Knit.Wear Spring 2013

2013-03-22T12:19:00.000-04:00

The latest issue of Interweave Knit.Wear just arrived! Browse the contents online HERE or on Ravelry. And here are a couple of the patterns ...

Sloping Hem Boatneck

Designed by Norah Gaughan
From Knit.Wear Spring 2013
12 to 20 skeins Berroco Karma
8mm-29" circular needles
details HERE

Gradient Pullover

Designed by Amy Miller
From Knit.Wear Spring 2013
Cascade 220 Sport Superwash, 8 to 14 skeins
3.5mm & 4mm in both 29" & 16" circular needles, and in double pointed
Knit in the round from the top-down
details HERE

You can find us at Knitomatic.com!

NEW Zpagetti T-Shirt Yarn!

2013-03-18T12:22:00.000-04:00

NEW Lionbrand Zpagetti T-Shirt Yarn
Zpagetti is a T-Shirt yarn or 'tarn', made from remnants from garment manufacturing. It's strong and comfortable, great for homey stuff. Because the material is repurposed each colourway is limited.

Super-Bulky weight, 340g/50m
92% cotton, 8% elastane, each colour is unique
10mm needles
12mm to 15mm hook
machine washable
$9.97 each

Crochet Circle Rug

Free Pattern
3 to 4 skeins Lionbrand Zpagetti (1 for each colour desired)
12mm hook

Knitted Bag Tutorial

Free Pattern
1 skein Lionbrand Zpagetti
12mm needles
10mm crochet hook (or a jumbo darning needle)

Puff Daddy (knitted)

Free Pattern
2 skeins Lionbrand Zpagetti
12mm needles

Doily Rug (crochet)

3 skeins Lionbrand Zpagetti
12mm hook

Pouff (crochet)

Free Pattern
12mm crochet hook
2 skeins Lionbrand Zpagetti

Large Crocheted Bowl

Free Pattern
1 skein Lionbrand Zpagetti
10mm hook

Shelf Basket (crochet)

Free Pattern
1 to 2 skeins Lionbrand Zpagetti
10mm hook

Ripple Runner Bathmat (crochet)

Free Pattern
1 skeins for each colour of Lionbrand Zpagetti
12mm hook

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New Spring: Berroco Linsey

2013-03-14T13:08:00.000-04:00

Schwaan, Pawtucket and Peterborough from Berroco Norah Gaughan no. 8

Berroco Linsey $8.97

36% Linen, 64% Cotton
100g/104m
Worsed weight: 4.5mm needles, 5mm hook
20 sts & 26 rows = 4"
Hand wash, lay flat to dry
Available in solid and multi-colours
Soft and comfortable
Pattern Ideas
Patterns written for Linsey

Zariski and Descartes from Berroco no. 319 (available in store or online on Ravelry)

Bayarri and Soto from Berroco no. 307 (available in store)

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New for Spring: Berroco Versa

2013-03-08T10:08:00.001-05:00

Coromuel from Berroco Norah Gaughan no. 10 (available in store or as a download on Ravelry.com)

Berroco Versa $7.97

6.5mm needles
50% cotton, 50% acrylic
50g/74m
Machine wash delicate, lay flat to dry
Patterns made for this yarn
Perfect for making our Instant Gratification Cardie Wrap
This year it comes in a range of beautiful colours

Pinara & Pinaretta from Berroco Book no. 316 (download available via Ravelry)

Ferah from Berroco Book no. 316 (download available via Ravelry)

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New Spring Yarn Berroco Karma!

2013-03-07T15:59:00.003-05:00

Vasya from Berroco Booklet no.330

NEW! Berroco Karma $8.97

See the patterns from Booklet 330
FREE: Pulina
FREE: Ridged Wrap
8mm needles
50g/60m
100% Cotton
Machine wash in sweater bag on gentle, lay flat to dry
We've found this yarn has a lot of drape, consider making 1 size smaller than usual.
Patterns that use Karma

Slouchy Pullover

From Knit Simple Magazine Spring/Summer 2013
11 to 12 skeins Berroco Karma
10mm needles

Sloping Hem Boatneck

Designed by Norah Gaughan
From Knit.Wear Spring 2013
12 to 20 skeins Berroco Karma
8mm-29" circular needles
details HERE

Overby

From Berroco Booklet 330
9 to 16 skeins Berroco Karma
9mm & 6mm needles

Liesl

Pattern by Ysolda Teague (about $8)
7+ skeins of Berroco Karma
8mm-29" & 16" circular needles

You can find us at Knitomatic.com!

Zauberball Spring-Spiration

2013-03-05T08:45:00.000-05:00

Versio

Pattern download on Ravelry, 4.50 euros
knit top-down in one piece, even the sleeves!
3.5mm circular needles (see pattern)
2 skeins Schoppel Zauberball, Crazy Zauberball, or Zauberball 100
4 to 5 skeins Regia 4ply (solid colour)

Armwarmers

Free Pattern
2.25mm double pointed needles
2 skeins Schoppel Zauberball, Crazy Zauberball, or Zauberball 100

Squares on the Roll

Free Pattern
3.5mm needles
7 skeins Schoppel Zauberball or Zauberball 100 to make a blanket 38" x 38"

Milo

Free Vest Pattern paired with Free Parading Elephant Chart
1 skein Schoppel Zauberball or Zauberball 100
3 skeins Regia 4ply
4mm needles

Colorwaves

Pattern download on Ravelry, 3.90 euros
2 skeins of Schoppel Zauberball, Crazy Zauberball, or Zauberball 100
3.5mm & 4.5mm needles

Armwarmers

Free Pattern
2.25mm double pointed needles
2 skeins Schoppel Zauberball, Crazy Zauberball, or Zauberball 100

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SALE Sweet Georgia Chunky & Winter Clearance

2013-03-04T11:00:00.000-05:00

These brilliant knitted letters are courtesy of The Secret Lives of Letters by Dani Church, pattern available for download on Ravelry or hard copy on Amazon.

Sweet Georgia Chunky Clearance 25% Off!

Machine Washable
100% merino wool
100g/110m
dyed in Canada
5.5mm to 8mm needles
soft, comfortable
Discounted Price $15 (reg. $19.97)

Latte Baby Coat

Baby & Kid Project Ideas

Latte Baby Coat - 2 to 4 skeins
Snug Baby Jacket - 2 to 3 skeins
Fisherman's Sweater - 4 to 5 skeins
Storytime Scholar - 3 to 4 skeins
Lino's Coat - 4 skeins
Urban Hiker - 3 to 5 skeins

Muse N.

Little Spring Cardie Project Ideas

Muse N. - 5 skeins
Shalom Cardigan - 4 to 5 skeins
Liesl - 3 to 4 skeins
Anthropologie - 3 to 5 skeins
Rosa's Caponcho - 4 to 5 skeins
Hot Lava Bolero/Shrug - 5 skeins

Nola Cloche

Accessory Project Ideas

Nola Cloche - 2 skeins
Boot Cuffs - 2 skeins
Gaptastic Cowl - 3 skeins
Fisherman Loop - 2 to 3 skeins
Seedy Cowl - 2 skeins

We're still clearing out some of our extra Winter stock, so take advantage while the supplies last! Sale on during March, or until stock is gone.

You can always find us at knitomatic.com!

Noro Spring-Spiration

2013-03-04T09:51:00.003-05:00

March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb. At some point around the last week of March ther's almost always a week of warm, sunny, and glorious weather. I call it the teaser week, after it follows cold, grey, rainy weather. That's ok, wool and colour will get us through the last leg of winter.

Citron in a Noro Sock Yarn

Free Pattern
4mm-40" circular needles
2 skeins Noro Taiyo Sock or Noro Silk Garden Sock

Windward

Pattern download on Ravelry, $5.50
3.5mm needles (see pattern)
2 skeins Noro Taiyo Sock or Noro Silk Garden Sock

Arc En Ciel

Pattern in Knitscene Spring 2013, $9.99
4 to 8 skeins Noro Taiyo Sock
3mm-24" circular needles, 4.5mm DPN (one)

Striped Noro Knee Socks

Wendy's Generic Toe-Up Sock Pattern, use a K3 P1 rib throughout
2.5 mm double pointed needles (or 3mm for Noro Silk Garden Sock)
2 skeins Noro Taiyo Sock or Noro Silk Garden Sock

Lanesplitter

Free Pattern
2 - 5 skeins Noro Taiyo
6mm straight needles, 5mm-24" circular needles

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Open Family Day

2013-02-16T12:28:00.000-05:00

We will be open from 11am to 6pm on Monday February 18th, so come on over, ditch your family and spend some of it with us!

Sale extended

2013-02-15T16:28:00.001-05:00

We are so sorry out phone and internet service have been down for the last 2 days! Since its been so hard to reach us we are extending our BUY 3 GET 1 FREE sale until Sunday February 24th!

Boxing Week Sale 20% Off

2012-12-18T09:40:00.001-05:00

Boxing Week Sale

December 27, 2012 to January 6, 2013

Polar & Bulky Weight

Worsted & Aran Weight

Sock & Fingering Weight Yarns

All sale items are final sale, as are skeined yarns that have wound, needles, books, magazines, patterns, and other accessories.

You can find us at Knitomatic.com!

More 11th Hour Gift Knitspiration

2012-12-18T09:40:00.000-05:00

Swirling Cowl

Free Pattern via Ravelry
1 skein Cascade Magnum (on sale for $19.98)
12mm circular needles

Shannon

Pattern Download via Ravelry ($3.50)
1 skein Cascade Magnum (on sale for $19.98) or 2 skeins Malabrigo Rasta (on sale for $22.38)
12mm needles

Honey Cowl

Free Pattern via Ravelry
1 skein Misti Alpaca Chunky (on sale for $13.58 ea), or Berroco Peruvia Quick (on sale for $8.78 each), or Malabrigo Chunky (on sale for $14.38 ea), or Sweet Georgia Superwash Chunky ($19.97 ea)
8mm-16" Circular needles
Alternately, use 10mm-24" circular needles and 1 skein Brown Sheep Burly Spun (20.97 ea) or 1 to 2 skeins Malabrigo Rasta (on sale for $22.38), or 2 skeins Abuelita Super Bulky (on sale for $15.98)
Want to go really big? Try 12mm-24" circular needles and 1 skein Cascade Magnum (on sale for $19.98)

Columbia Cowl

Free Pattern from Cirilia Rose via Ravelry
1 to 2 skeins Cascade Magnum (on sale for $19.98) or 2 to 3 skeins Malabrigo Rasta (on sale for $22.38)
12mm-24" circular needles

Double Jeu

Free Pattern via Ravelry
2 to 3 skeins of Misti Alpaca Chunky (on sale for $13.58 ea), or Berroco Peruvia Quick (on sale for $8.78 each), or Malabrigo Chunky (on sale for $14.38 ea), or Sweet Georgia Superwash Chunky ($19.97 ea)
8mm needles
cable needles

You can find us at Knitomatic.com!

11th Hour Gift Knitspiration

2012-12-17T10:47:00.002-05:00

Non-Felted Slippers

FREE Pattern on Ravelry
1 skein of Berroco Peruvia Quick in each of 2 colours (on sale for $8.78 each) or Lamb's Pride Bulky ($9.97 ea), or Malabrigo Chunky (on sale for $14.38 ea)
5.5mm needles (29" circular are useful, but straight are ok too)
For machine washable slippers try Berroco Comfort Chunky ($6.97 ea), Berroco Vintage Chunky ($7.97 ea), or Sweet Georgia Superwash Chunky ($19.97 ea)
Read the ravelry notes for ideas on how to knit the sole as a single piece (instead of seaming it up the bottom) but you'll need two 5.5mm circular needles

Perpetually Persistent Cowl

Pattern Download via Ravelry ($6)
1 skein of Malabrigo Rasta (on sale for $22.38) or Cascade Magnum (on sale for $19.98)
12mm-24" circular needle
Cable Hook
Jumbo stitch marker

LTYC Super Bulky Cowl

FREE pattern via Ravelry
1 skein Malabrigo Rasta (on sale for $22.38) or Brown Sheep Burly Spun (20.97 ea)
10mm-16" circular needles (you could probably also use 24" needles)
To make a slightly larger version, use 1 skein of Cascade Magnum (on sale for $19.98) and 12mm-24" circular needles

Marshmallow Fluff

Free pattern via Ravelry
1 skein of Cascade Magnum (on sale for $19.98)
15mm needles (straight or circular)
large crochet hook for provisional cast on
scrap yarn for cast on

You can find us at Knitomatic.com!

Gifts for Knitters - Addi Turbo Click Needle Sets

2012-12-15T09:36:00.001-05:00

The Addi Click sets are the Cadillac of knitting needles. They are extremely well made (German engineering), wonderful to use, and extra tips, cords, and stoppers are also available for purchase. Pick them up ASAP, they sell out fast this time of year!

Addi Click Short Lace Tip Set $179.97

The addi Lace Click system provides 8 different sizes of addi Lace tips (3.5mm, 3.75mm, 4.0mm, 4.5mm, 5.0mm, 5.5mm, 6.0mm, 8.0mm), five different lengths of our new, extremely pliable blue cord (16", 20", 24”, 32” and 40”), and one connector piece which helps to either store stitches or combine your cords. The Click tips require no tools to change; simply insert the cord deep into the tip, twist and release. The tips will remain secure until you change them, thanks to the Click’s revolutionary locking mechanism! The addi Lace Click tips are nickel plated. Our nickel plating process is electro-static, which produces a smooth, rounded edge, where the tip and the cord "click" together. **Please note, this plating is only added to the Lace Click tips, and not to our regular addi Lace circular needles. Also, these specific tips have been shortened by 2 inches, to allow for the use of shorter cords (to make 16" and 20" Lace Clicks a possibility.**

Addi Click Long Lace Tip Set $179.97

Meet the latest addition to the addi Click family: Longer Lace Tips have the same sharp point as the regular Lace needles, but are just over 5 inches in length, which some knitters prefer. Each kit includes US sizes 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11, along with 3 pliable blue addi SOS Lifeline insertion Cords which create 24", 32", and 40" needles, 1 Click connector, and a gold addi heart pin. This ingenious set comes in a vibrant pink case. **Please note, this plating is only added to the Lace Click tips, and not to our regular addi Lace circular needles.**

Addi Click Bamboo Interchangeable

Knitting Needle Kit $189.97

The addi Bamboo Click system provides 8 different sizes of addi Bamboo tips (3.5mm, 3.75mm, 4.0mm, 4.5mm, 5.0mm, 5.5mm,6.0mm, and 8.0mm), three different lengths of our new, extremely pliable blue cord (24”, 32” and 40”), and one connector piece which helps to either store stitches or combine your cords. The Click tips require no tools to change; simply insert the cord deep into the tip, twist and release. The tips will remain secure until you change them, thanks to the Click’s revolutionary locking mechanism! Extra tips and cords can be purchased separately.

As always, you can find us at knitomatic.com

Gifts for Knitters - Organizers

2012-12-15T09:36:00.000-05:00

Knowknits GoKnit Project Pouches
I love these little project bags, they are cute, durable, and extremely useful - they are one of my favourite knitting/crochet accessories of all time! Made with nylon, rip-stop fabric, the GoKnits are machine wash and dryable. An interior loop prevents your yarn from tangling, and an exterior loop snaps in place on your belt to carry your project along. The top closes with a reliable drawstring that stays in place. Made in the USA.

Medium (11" high x 8" wide): Big enough for an adult sweater. $27.97
Small (8" high x 6" wide): perfect for socks, hats, mitts, and other small projects. $22.97

Art Bin Quick Flip Organizer $9.97
This case is ideal for storing your arts and craft supplies. The transparent design of the case makes it easy to find just what you're looking for.

Color: Clear
Transparent design shows contents inside
Easy to store and access your small accessories
Compartments: Two
Overall dimensions: 9.25 inches x 6 inches x 2.5 inches

Namaste Circular Case $28.97
The Namaste Circular Case is the solution to storing and organizing all of your circular needles. Features a unique accordion-style opening and labelling system to take the guesswork out of finding the right size. Compact, clever, and oh-so cute! Available in Black, Lime, Peacock and Hollywood Pink. Made of Animal-friendly faux leather, size 5 1/2" L x 3 1/2" W x 7" H.

Namaste Oh Snap Bags $20.97
A divinely simple way to keep your stuff in its right place- the Oh Snap pouches come in a set of 3 to bring the Zen back to your life (and your handbag). Whether you're a tidy two-shoes or a messy marvin, Oh Snap! keeps it all together for you. Customized Namaste snaps, carefully crafted mesh pouches, it's effortless organization - Comes in 2 different sets:

S/M/L Set of 3: Small: 6.5"L x 1" W x 4" H, Medium: 9" L x 1.25" W x 7" H, Large: 10" L x 2" W x 8" H.
XL/XXL Set of 2: XL: 14" L x 2" W x 10" H, XXL: 15.5" L x 2" W x 13" H.

Della-Q Cleo Yarn Caddy $43.97

Cleo stands on her own with pockets, pockets, pockets - four exterior and two interior. She won't let you down and fall over. It is perfect for a medium size project. The inside includes a zip pocket and an open pocket for smaller tools. Width: 8 inches, Height: 12.5 inches.

Della-Q Lily Combo Case $46.97

This tri-fold case includes nine pockets in the centre for circulars. The outer flaps hold 18 straights and/or double points. The case is tall enough for those needles that insist on being a bit too tall to fit in any other case. There is also a zip pocket for stitch markers or a piece of chocolate. Fold it up and tie it in a bow (refer to your mother for bow tying instructions).

Eighteen unnumbered pockets for straights and double points
Nine unnumbered pockets for circulars
Includes numbered tabs for customization
Open: 14.5" w x 15" h Closed: 15.5" x 6"
Taffeta silk and Poly Silk
Now available in Black!

Della-Q Que Theo Circular Needle Case $46.97

For those who don’t know about Della-Q circular needle cases, let's just say “they rock”! This case includes twelve numbered pockets. You can even store more than one set in each pocket. The security flap on each pocket can be folded over the top or tucked in like an envelope. Includes a small zip pocket behind the sixth pocket for storing notions or an emergency piece of chocolate.

Twelve numbered pockets
Secure flap on each pocket to hold needles
US Numbers: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10.5, 11, 13, 15
Metric Numbers: 3.25, 3.5, 3.75, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Closed: 8.5" w x 8.5" h Open: 18.5" x 8.5"
Poly Silk
Now available in Black!

Della-Q Que Grand Circular Needle Case $80.97

Are you a circular needle whore? This case is for you. If you have more needles than this case will hold, you might as well get a wheelbarrow. With 21 numbered pockets and three blank pockets there is a perfect spot for every needle. Each pocket has a flap to secure your circular needles and there is a zip pocket just in case you need to store something other than a circular needle.

Twenty-one numbered pockets, three blank pockets
Secure flap on each pocket to hold needles
US Numbers: 000, 00, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10.5, 10.75, 11, 13, 15, 17 (no US equivalent for 2.25 mm and 2.75 mm)
Metric Numbers: 1.5, 1.75, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 2.75, 3, 3.25, 3.5, 3.75, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12
Closed: 12” w x 8” h Open: 20” w x 12” h
Poly Silk

Della-Q Eden Large Bag $12.97

You'll need one for every project. Why use a plastic grocery bag when you can use something pretty? Large enough for a scarf or small sweater project. Makes a fantastic gift bag for your knitted gift!

Includes an interior pocket for small notions. Pocket: 4"w x 4"h
14.5"w x 16.5"h
100% Cotton

You can always find us at Knitomatic.com!

Gifts for Knitters - Great Gadgets

2012-12-15T09:30:00.000-05:00

Knitting Yarn Ball Winder $24.97

Transform hanks or skeins into compact center-pull balls that sit nicely while you knit. As with our Options needles, Knit Picks interviewed knitters to find out what they would like best in a ball winder—what Knit Picks found is that everyone is different. Some knitters prefer to hold their ball winder while some prefer to clamp it to a table, so Knit Picks created a ball winder that could do both. Use the clamp for tables or connect the ergonomic handle to use when you want to hold it. Best when used in tandem with a Yarn Swift. Note: The metal yarn guide arm comes folded against the ball winder for shipping. The guide arm needs to be moved and positioned opposite the winding handle for correct operation.

Knitting Yarn Wood Swift $69.97

Knit Picks has spent the past several months scouring the world and found a small Italian manufacturer to make the Yarn Swift more affordable. The swifts are made from Italian grown beech hardwood and last a lifetime! Hold your hanks on the swift while you wind them into balls. Clamp onto table or counter tops. Easy loading is possible if you start with the umbrella in the down position. Put the open loop of the hank over the swift and pull it lightly so the far side of the hank is against the centre of the umbrella section and you are holding the hank out perpendicular to the swift. Then, use your free hand to slide up the umbrella clamp, opening the umbrella to the circumference of the hank. Secure the clamp in place and wind away. Measures approx. 26?" in diameter (68" circumference) and 26" tall when open.

Knit Picks Interlocking Foam Blocking Mats $24.97

Forget those cumbersome folding boards or random towels lying around the house. These foam rubber mats fit together like puzzle pieces to make the size and shape you need. Contains nine 12" squares, 3/8" thick.

Knit Picks Lace Blocking Wires $24.97

Simply slip the wire through the edges of your lace project and place pins along the inside of the wires to hold them in place while the lace dries. If you have scalloped edges you will want to slip the wire through the outer edges of your scallops to emphasize them. Follow the same rules as pin or string blocking by measuring the radius of your finished piece as you adjust the wires. Set comes with 15 (32 1/2" long) straight wires (est. 15 gauge), 20 nickel-plated T-pins and blocking instructions. All wires are stainless steel and rust proof. The first time you use your blocking wires, wipe them with a soft cloth to remove manufacturing residue.

Royal Ball Winder $69.95

For the serious knitter, a ball winder is indispensable! Once you have one you won't know how you lived without it. The Royal winder is a great quality gadget that runs beautifully and smoothly!

As always, you can find us at knitomatic.com