The Purple Sock

2023-02-09T08:45:00.001-08:00

ETIREMENT SALE

Hello everyone,

Well, after 16 years, I have made the decision to close The Purple Sock. It has not been an easy decision, but one whose time had come, and I am looking

forward to all the new and exciting adventures that are just around the corner for me!

I have so enjoyed having the shop, it was always a dream of mine…and it came true! I have loved meeting all of you, as friends and customers, and vendors as well. It has been gratifying to me that The Purple Sock has been a destination for many of you, and I have loved hosting our weekly “Sip ‘n Stitches”, and also our “Sip ‘n Spin’s” ( with endless cups of tea, lol!)where many of you learned to knit and to spin..that has filled me with so much happiness.

The yarn sales have already begun, and will continue until the closing date of April 15th, 2023. We have always carried a wonderful array of select yarns, and in the coming weeks, all of it will be on sale as well as our many books, accessories, needles, needle sets, bags and rovings…and whatever else we come across!

So, for those of you who are on my email list, the information about sales, shop hours and other information will be sent to you weekly. But if you are just checking in on my website, please email me to be put on the Purple Sock email list so you do not miss out on all the fun yet to come! lynn@thepurplesock.ca

Thank you so much for all your support over the past 16 years..it has been one of the greatest pleasures of my life to own The Purple sock and to share it with all of you!

Happy Knitting,

Lynn

2020-09-09T18:20:00.003-07:00

How fun and quick

to knit are these!!

Hello everyone,

Well, fall is rapidly approaching, and with it, the Farm Stands and Farmers Markets which will be chock full of gorgeous produce! And these market bags will be just perfect for holding the squashes, corn, honey, jams, and all manner of fruit and veg that will be on offer!

I love that there are two sizes..the small one pictured was knit from Katie “Bahamas” which is a 100% cotton with 360 metres, so just one ball is needed. There are quite a few different yarn that will work great for this project!!

The larger one knits up quickly from Cascade Pima Cotton with 200 metres per ball & just two balls needed for that size. And check out the FREE pattern from the links below....

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lets-go-shopping---market-bag

We also have several other DK options that would work perfectly for either of these bags. And of course, these are not just for veggies, these are great for carrying books, shoes, knitting, or whatever else you can think of.

Feel free to pop in or shoot me an email and I will gladly put aside your yarn choices.

Happy Knitting,
Lynn

2020-09-02T14:22:00.002-07:00

Three great Canadian knitting books!!

“ Ahhh, Newfoundland!”

Hello everyone,

Before I tell you about these great book, just another change to my hours, I have decided to no longer do appointments on Thursdays. So my hours are now
Thursday 10 am to 3 pm drop in anytime
Friday 10 am to 3 pm drop in anytime
Saturday 10 am to 3 pm drop in anytime.
If you can't make it during those hours email me and something can hopefully be arranged for a different time.

Although I have not been to Newfoundland (YET!!), I immediately felt as though I were there when I sat down and read through these “Saltwater” books!

Oh my goodness! Not only are there gorgeous photos and fabulous patterns, but the stories!! The stories were what made me feel as though I were right there, knitting along with Christine and Shirley as they brought these classic patterns to life.

All three books..”Saltwater Mittens”.....”Saltwater Gifts”...and “Saltwater Classics” are just $29.99 each, and you will want all three on the table beside your knitting chair...I cannot decide which is my favourite, and luckily I do not have to, as all three are in stock!

I love a book, especially a knitting book, that can transport you to a place you long to go, and that for me, these books accomplished wonderfully!

Shoot me an email and I will tuck 1,2 or all 3 aside for you...

Happy Knitting,
Lynn

P.S. Saltwater Gifts is the newest one that just came out!!

2020-08-06T05:23:00.003-07:00

Another great summer yarn

Hello everyone!

Well, I cannot believe that it is August already! And this hot weather calls for some sweet cotton blendsocks. I just love the sherbet/ ice cream colours of this Katia Bombay yarn!

This Superwash yarn with 41% cotton, 39% wool and 20% Polyester and Polymide is just the perfect combination for yoga socks, running socks, bed socks or whatever strikes your fancy.

And, at just $ 13.99 a ball, AND as a special to you my wonderful customers I would like to give you an additional 20% off for just one week. Which means you will get it for $11.19 a ball!!

So pick out your colours, send me an email, and I will tuck a couple of these away for you!

Happy Knitting,
Lynn

2020-07-29T18:14:00.000-07:00

A Quick and easy summer top!!

Hi Everyone:

Hope you are all doing well. Just a small housekeeping note. Starting this week we will no longer be doing appointments on Fridays. . Hours are still open Thursdays by appointment 10 am to 3 pm. then drop in Fridays and Saturdays 10 am to 3pm. Thanks for being flexible to all of these changes.

Anyway onto the main reason for this newsletter. I have just finished knitting this great little top, it is one I have wanted to knit for several years. It is a loose fitting fun little top and you make the pattern your own as you knit it. picking which stitch pattern you want to do next. It is a free pattern on Ravelry , in fact it is two free patterns, I know that sounds strange, there is the original version which is super simple to knit just two big rectangles that you then sew together. Here is the link https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cancun-boxy-lace-top
or this version of it which is what I used. In this version you can do much more size alterations and it is knit all in one piece for no sewing at the end. https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sierras-lacy-tunic there is a little bit of calculating LOL but she maps it all out for you. With this version you can use any yarn , any weight and make any size you want.

I have made this top out of Juniper Moon's Zooey a wonderful blend of 60% cotton and 40% linen. which gets more lovely the more you wash it, and comes in so many really great colours.

So for $60.00 worth of yarn and a free pattern from Ravelry you to can knit this great little top.

If you would like me to put a colour aside for you just send me an email and we can go from there.

Take care and Happy knitting

Lynn

2020-07-15T17:24:00.000-07:00

A fun and easy poncho!!

Hello everyone!

I love when a project can go from season to season, and this one certainly does! With either a dress, a tank top, a turtleneck or a light cotton blouse, this poncho easily transitions through three seasons!

And, proud Grandmother that I am, I could not resist using this photo of one of my granddaughters in this cute poncho knit from this gorgeous Katia “Alabama” yarn. There are four colour-ways, as shown and this kit comes with 6 balls of this 50 cotton/50 acrylic yarn and the pattern for just $45.99 plus HST.

It is a super simple knit, basically just two rectangles, but the different colours keep It interesting and fun to knit up while you are sitting on the dock or in the boat, or just gazing out at your garden...

As always, shoot me an email, choose your colours and we will connect you with this quick and easy kit.

Happy knitting,
Lynn

2020-07-08T18:09:00.002-07:00

"Balm"
We hope you find peace in every stitch, calm with every breath....

Hello Everyone,

I just love thinking up new ideas and new ways to showcase our local talent. So, with that in mind, this is what is next at The Purple Sock!! I hope you like it as much as I do!!

Our “Special Summer Promotion”......presenting a local dyer, local designer, local test knitters, and of course, your local yarn shop!

This striking "Balm" shawl is designed by Carolyn of The Next Beautiful Thing in Barrie, just look at the stitches, the patterns and of course, the shape! And Jane from 3dogsknits in Waubaushene, has dyed this fingering weight yarn in three gorgeous colourways. And lastly, but certainly not least, our two dedicated and fabulous test knitters, Darlene from Coldwater and Margo from Hillsdale, have knit up this treasure carefully to make sure it is an easy knit for all of you.....and combine that with it being EXCLUSIVE to The Purple Sock until September, and here you have it! The perfect way to stay local, and to support local!

The kit contains Carolyn’s original pattern, a full skein of the light colour and a half skein of the deep colour, both in this soft and wonderful fingering weight 50% silk and 50% merino wool yarn hand dyed by Jane of 3dogsknits There are three colourways to choose from, Amethyst/Deep Violet,Silver/Smoke and Aqua/Teal.

With all the craziness going on right now in the world, it just makes me happy to hunker down with this totally local kit, It makes me feel as though I am getting a hug from these ladies. I know we cannot do that in person as yet, but this is the next BEST thing!

The price for this kit is $62.99 and all you have to do is send me an email with your colour choices, and we will take it from there. Until then, stay cool stay safe, and keep knitting!

As always we are happy to arrange curbside pick up or do mail order. Please let me know if you would like your skeins wound into balls and we are happy to do that also before you pick it up.

Happy knitting,
Lynn

2020-05-28T13:16:00.001-07:00

Casapinka has done it again

Hello Everyone!!

Well this email is Chock-a-block full of information!!

Casapinka has done it again, another great shawl pattern designed by her to help promote Indie dyers and yarn stores. She has supplied yarn shops like myself with coupon codes to be given out with purchase of yarn for this lovely shawl. I have knit several of her patterns in the past and I have really loved them!!

Ancient Arts yarns from Calgary, Alberta has made up 3 amazing kits to make this shawl. They will be available from me in two different fibre contents and both with enough yarn to make this shawl.

The first is the“Socknado” kit which will have two skeins ( one solid and one variegated) in 80% Superwash Fine Merino & 20% Nylon (3 ply) with 350 metres in 100 grams. This kit is $62.00 + HST

Next is “Merino/Silk” Fingering which is comprised of 75% Super wash Extra Fine Merino and 25%. Light Fingering Silk ( what an AWESOME combination!) There will also be two skeins in this kit, with 400 metres in each of the 100 gram skeins. This kit is $68.00 + HST. And of course with either kit the pattern is free.

SO! Now that we have all the ‘particulars” out of the way...HERE is the REASON for this fun offering! June 4th is (Inter) National “Hug Your Cat” Day...BUT hey, we could not forget all the other critter pets, so it has been expanded to include dogs, bunnies, snakes, gerbils, lizards, hamsters, birds..you get the idea! and so now it is NOW

“National Hug Your Pet” WEEKEND! From June 5th to 7th!

Once you order your kit, you will be issued a Ravelry Code for the FREE PATTERN! All codes will be sent to kit purchasers via email, after May 31st...and from June 5th to June 7th you can download your free pattern and start knitting away on this delightful, delicious and darling shawl!!

The 3 colour combo's are pictured here for you to see , Please note these pictures were done with the Socknado yarn, so the colours will be slighly different on the merino sllk blend. Different fibres take the dye a bit differently. But I imagine the merino silk blend will be wonderful to work with.!

So, feel free to email me at lynn@thepurplesock.ca with your choices, and I will add you to the list as the yarn is on its way here, and I will let know the minute it arrives, and then you can get started!

Happy Knitting,
Lynn

2020-05-18T07:58:00.001-07:00

Covid update and a great pattern and kit!!

Colourway # 1

colourway #4

`Hello everyone,`
`Well, I will keep this short and sweet! For although the Premier has said we can open, I have decided to wait an extra couple of weeks to see what happens.`
`I am in the process of instituting safety protocols at The Purple Sock as my shop is small and I want to focus on keeping both my customers and myself safe.`
`Please know that we are still doing contact-free sales of items from the shop! All you have to do is place an order through lynn@thepurplesock.ca, and we will happily process your order for either mailing or ‘porch pick-up” at a house here in town.`
`Please stay well, stay safe and know that we will all be back together when this is over!`
Now, with that said, let’s focus on the FUN STUFF!! I have two new kits available for the Shetland Wool Week hat! And yes, while there is no Wool Week this year, there is still this adorable hat! https://www.shetlandwoolweek.com/free-knitting-pattern/ The two kits will make a hat similar to Colourway # 1 or Colourway #4 on the pattern. Not exactly the same but close as some colours are not avalable. The pattern is free and the kit is $45.99 plus HST. Just check them out, shoot me an email and grab your needles!

`Happy Knitting,`
`Lynn`

2020-03-17T10:15:00.002-07:00

Covid-19

Hi everyone,

I have thought long and hard over the last couple of days as to what would be the best course of action for me to take, and have decided to close my shop to the public as we weather this pandemic.

I am happy to mail anything to you that you might need, or I will bring your order out to your car at a predetermined time....just email me and we will arrange credit card payment or etransfer ..I would not like to see you going without your yarn fix!

I will not be at the store most of the time, so the best way to reach me is by email.......lynn@thepurplesock.ca

At this point in time there is really no date as to when I will reopen but will certainly keep you all posted. Needless to say all knit alongs are posponed until I reopen. But certainly if you already have the yarn feel free to go ahead and work on your sweater for either knit-along at home.

I will start a thread in my group on Ravelry for each of them where you can post questions, info and updates on your progress. It is a place where we can post and feel connected to each other. Feel free to post and let us know what you are working on and how you are doing!

Please take care of yourselves and be mindful of others.

Thanks,
Lynn

I feel like a Celebrity!!

2020-02-18T05:30:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone,

Well, the Oscars may just be behind us, but I still feel a little bit like a celebrity having a yarn named for my shop!

So, finally, we have more "Purple Sock-A-Licious" from TimberYarns, back in stock, and it is such a beauty! Just look at how it knits up! And don't forget the Hudson Bay stripes! Easy to tell that these yarns are "Made in Canada", eh?

In 80% Superwash Merino and 20% nylon, this yarn comes in two identically dyed single skeins so your socks will match perfectly.

And check out the darling little singles in co-ordinating colours for heels and toes..well, it does not get better than that!

Shoot me an email and I will tuck away a skein or two away for you as I am sure they will not last long.

Happy Knitting,
Lynn

2020-02-11T14:40:00.003-08:00

These are such FUN!!!

Hi everyone!

It never fails to amaze me how talented and creative and downright SAVVY some people are, and Debbie Lyall is certainly one of those people!!

Just look at these bags! Knitting bags, purses, totes, large and small...they are all just so fantastic, so whimsical, so funky and fun!

I have so many new ones in the shop and I had a hard time not keeping more than one (OK, maybe two....is three too much?!) anyway, they are super practical as they are made of a heavy felt material so the bags stand up on their own, they hold lots of yarn, needles..and STUFF!

So pop on in or shoot me an email if one of these strikes your fancy, Valentines Day is coming, so drop a hint to your special someone, or treat yourself..these will last years longer than roses!

See you soon!
Happy Knitting,
Lynn

2020-01-21T06:27:00.001-08:00

These are so Darn Cute!!

Hello everyone,

I could not even wait to take these out of the box from KFI, before we photographed them!

With at least 35 colours, these sweet little "Teenie Weenie Wool" skeins are half the size of the mini skeins we carry here in the shop and they are just perfect for heels and toes, baby toys, Fair Isle patterns, the sky is the limit!

With 43 yards, this 75% wool and 25% Polymide is just perfect for so many little treasures, I bet you can find a lot of uses for them...just pop in and check out all the fabulous colours.

See you soon!

Happy Knitting,
Lynn

2020-01-16T06:34:00.000-08:00

Small change to my hours and

A New & Different "Sock of

the

Month"Club for 2020 !!

Hello everyone and Welcome to a New Decade at The Purple Sock!

You all know that we have had "Sock of the Month" Clubs here for several years now, but THIS is something different and I am really looking forward to it!

The "Grocery Girls" have been running what they call "Sock Bash".... with a monthly draw and a theme for each month. So if you knit a pair of socks you can enter their draw and if you do it according to their theme you get a second entry in the draw.

So my thought is that we meet once a month to talk about the next months theme, and I will suggest some patterns that will work for it and maybe a yarn or two. You are welcome to use any sock yarn that you already own, or of course buy it from me.

So each month if you complete and post your socks by the last day of the month you can enter their draw and I will also have one on my Ravelry group .

The rules are quite simple....sock weight yarn, adult socks with at least a 6" leg OR 2 pair of ankle socks. For your entry on my site....if you finish your socks you can enter once and if you use yarn you bought from me either now, or in the past you can post it twice for a second entry into the draw.
On their Ravelry group, you can enter once for completing a pair of socks, and a second entry if you do it according to their theme.

At this point I don't know what the themes are for the rest of the year, but I am hoping they will be posting them soon. Really hope they will be posted before we met LOL!!
Otherwise we might change the date for our first meeting.
The theme for January is Mosaic knitting , and they do give a couple of examples of it on their group.

We will not be working on this one together but you are certainly free to go ahead and knit them and enter them on their group, just remember they have to be posted by the end of January. You still have 1/2 a month to get them done. I am hoping to make a pair of these ones https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ugly-duckling-socks
There are lots of other patterns you could use also!!
Here is a link to their group on Ravelry which might help to explain it all a bit better!!

https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/grocery-girls-podcast/3993323/1-25

Here is a link to the themes they used last year to give you an idea of the kiind of things it might be.

https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/grocery-girls-podcast/3871341/1-25

So shoot me an email and let me know if you are in for this once a month get-together...we will meet each month on the 4th Wednesday ,so this month it will be Wednesday, January 22nd, from 6:30-8:30 PM to discuss patterns and get ready for the February sock..see you soon!

Just think if we manage to keep up we will have 12 pairs of socks by the end of the year to either gift or wear ourselves!!

Happy Knitting,
Lynn.

OOPS, One more thing I forgot to mention! After some serious consideration, I have decided to cut back the hours (just a wee bit!), but of course, if you are headed to the shop and are "almost" here, just call me and I will wait for you! Thanks for your understanding!

2019-10-11T11:14:00.000-07:00

Ooohhhh! The colours!!!

Hello everyone,

Wow! Just opening this box of roving took my breath away.

This latest order has a delightful assortment of 100 gram packages in the most amazing selection of gradient shades. I can just see this 100% Merino used for Nuno felting, needle felting or wet felting, not to mention spinning it into incredible yarns.

The colours range from the oranges of stunning sunrises and sunsets, to the greens of forests of trees, to the rich blues of deep oceans...and the deep browns of rocks and tree trunks...you get the idea...I am just in love with this!

Anyway, the photos do not do it justice, please pop in and take a look for yourself. See you soon!

Happy knitting and felting
Lynn

2019-09-25T04:47:00.001-07:00

Fall is here!

Hi everyone!

Wow! there is definitely a nip in the air in the mornings lately, and you know what that means...yes, more cozy knits are going to be needed soon!

So, this is one that one of my regulars knit up here at the shop, and look how great it turned out!! Just one ball of Ella Rae "Seasons" yarn, made this gorgeous cowl with all these lovely colours...and true to its' name, "Seasons" has shades from fall into winter and back into early spring...all seasons for this sweet cowl to be worn and appreciated for its' style and comfort!

This machine washable wool blend, worked on anywhere from 5.5 to 8 MM needles is bound to knit up so quickly that you will be able to make several before the snow flies...oops, sorry, did I just say 'snow"??

Anyway, check out the gorgeous colours, and get started on your Holiday knitting...one ball equals one lovely gift!!

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/44-shades-of-fun

See you soon,
Happy Knitting,
Lynn

2019-07-02T20:14:00.002-07:00

Another great Summer KAL!!

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Hi Everyone,

Just a quick little email to let you know we will be starting another great knit- along on Wednesday, July 10 th from 1:30 PM til 3:30 PM, for as many weeks as we need to get it completed, You should be able to get it finished long before the summer is over to be able to get alot of use out of it!!

Here is the link for this great little "Notched Hem Tank Top" which can be worn on its own, or with a short or long sleeve top underneath https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/notched-hem-tank-top

I have already knit this great little top, and it is at the store for you to see. It is knit in the round from the bottom up and was very simple to do!! Basic knitting skills are all that is required.

We have some great linen / cotton blend that works so well for this, and the pattern is free!!

As always this is a knit- along, not a class, so there is no charge to join us, but I do ask that you buy the yarn from me. We will be here to guide each other along every step of the way!!

Please let us know with a return email if you want to join as space is limited!

Happy Knitting!

Lynn

2019-04-30T15:30:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone!

Oh it is so wonderful to see the sunshine, and to know that spring might well and truly be here! It was such a delight to open this box of Schachenmayr Regia cotton yarn...the colours just made me smile!

The combination of 72% cotton, 18% Polyamide and 10 % polyester makes for a soft, breathable and long wearing pair of socks that will be perfect for spring and summer....I particularly adore the watermelon one, but the lime and lemon, grape and strawberry are yummy too!

So for this week only I will be offering this yarn to you at 10% off . From May 1st to May 8th. Just remember to mention this email!!

As always I am happy to set one or two aside, so drop me an email as these are bound to go fast....and as always...

Happy Knitting,
Lynn

2019-04-05T12:50:00.002-07:00

Love the name "Timber Yarns"!

Hello everyone!

You cannot get a much more Canadian name than "Timber Yarns", and this one is just so special! You get two 50gram/200 metre skeins that will give you perfectly matched socks when you start at the same end.

They have been hand dyed at the same time with 80% superwash Merino and 20% nylon to make strong, colourful and funky socks!

In addition, there are these sweet little solid skeins that you could use as heels and toes, and also, check out the sweet little progress keepers...I just LOVE the little sayings...always nice to have a little chuckle while you are knitting eh? And just as an added little treat..with names like "The Ambitious Serpent"..."The Brave Lion"..."Humble Badger" ..."Intelligent Eagle" and "9 3/4"....well, you might just see a correlation to a somewhat famous book series....turned Mega movies!

As always, if a colour strikes your fancy, email me so I can tuck it away for you.

Happy Knitting,
Lynn

2019-03-19T15:11:00.002-07:00

Have you ever seen anything so

pretty????!

Hello everyone,

You all know my penchant for bringing you wonderful Canadian yarns, and this one is just fantastic!

From Calgary comes "Ancient Arts Fibre Crafts" and their " Socknado"fingering weight yarn. There will be only 20 skeins of this "Colour of the Month", and I cannot wait to see it in person!

It is called "Hawaiian Hibiscus", a perfect name for such a wonderful colour! And there will also be two complementary colours, "Where the Coho Go" and "Lime Margarita." ( Yum!!)

With 385 yards, this 80% Superwash fine Merino and 20% nylon, will knit up into socks, shawls, pretty tops, you name it!

The company uses premimum bases and the yarn is ethically milled and hand-dyed...everything you would expect from an incredible Canadian company!! Each month they bring out a new colour that is only available for the month and I think this colour for March is just spectacular!!

This yarn should arrive any day now, so if you want one or two please let me know, and as soon as they arrive I will set it aside for you , as I am sure it will go fast!!

See you soon..

Happy Knitting,
Lynn

2019-01-23T13:02:00.000-08:00

Oh what fun!!!

Hello everyone,

Now that winter is upon us, it is always nice to snuggle down with a new project, and these are just the thing!

These darling little wooden looms, made in Canada, are the perfect respite from larger projects and are great for weaving up a quick set of coasters, a bracelet, some funky brooches or whatever your little creative heart desires!

And if you are entertaining the Grandkids on a snow day...what a fabulous way to introduce them to the ancient art of weaving.

Pop on in or shoot me an email to have me put one aside for you.

Happy Knitting!
Lynn

2019-01-07T06:35:00.002-08:00

Some good winter weather knitting!!

Hi Everyone!

Now that Christmas is behind us and we are into a New Year, I am offering some great knit alongs to keep us all going through the long winter months. Hope you will find something of interest to you!!

As in the past these are knit- alongs, not classes, so I will be knitting along with you and we will help each other along the way. There is no charge to join, but I do ask that you buy the yarns from me. Please let me know by email if you wish to join any of them.

Speaking of long winter months, I have decided to shorten my hours slightly for the next 2 months. I will no longer be open til 5:00 Pm on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. I will be closing at 4:30 Pm to allow me to drive home in the daylight. The Friday hours and Sunday hours will remain the same. I will let you know when I switch back to my other hours. If you really can't get in before that time we can always arrange for me to stay a bit later if I know you are coming .

Thanks and Happy Knitting

Lynn

Estelle DK weight shawl: Starting Wednesday January 9th. 1:30 to 3:30 Pm this will run for 3 weeks.

There are 3 free shawl patterns offered on the Estelle yarns website and they are all done in 3 colours of a DK weight yarn. I have a lovely Alpaca Merino yarn that could be used or a wool/acrylic yarn that would work also. So you can pick your shawl and also your colours. One is listed as easy, one is advanced beginner and the third is intermediate. Having looked at the patterns I don't think any of them are too difficult. And the colour choices are endless. Here is a link to the patterns for you look at they are all on the top row of the page Colour banded shawl, Correct shawl and Harbour shawl.

http://www.estelleyarns.com/estelle-patterns.php

Lets make a tea cozy!! Thursday January 10th 1:30 to 3:30 Pm This will be only for 2 weeks as this is a quick and easy project.

Again this is a free pattern from Estelle. see the above link they are on the third row down. You could make any of them. The Brewed in Brioche is for advanced knitters and I would only suggest doing it if you have done some brioche knitting already . The Cosy cables tea cozy is considered intermediate and fits a small 2 cup teapot. and the Seeded columns tea cosy is
a beginner project and is for a 6 cup pot. So again pick you pattern and your yarn colour and join us for this quick and fun project.

Color Me Warm Mittens Thursday January 24th 1:30 to 3:30 Pm. This will be for 3 weeks.

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/color-me-warm-mittens

What can I say?? They look like so much fun! In order to do this knit along you should be able to knit on double pointed needles or be familiar with doing magic loop. This is not a beginner mitten class.
They are done in a worsted weight yarn. so if you have some odds and ends of different colours this is a great time to use them up. If we have enough interest I can also maybe divide up a few balls of different colours for you to share. She uses anywhere from 6 to 10 colours in a pair of mittens. Of course you can always do them with less if you like. I can't wait to see everyone's colour and pattern combos, and who doesn't need a pair of warm and cozy mittens at this time of year!!

Marled Mania Cardigan Wednesday January 30th. 1:30 to 3:30 Pm for as many weeks as we need to get most of us finished.

This project is going to be a lot of fun and really interesting , it is a great way to use up all those part skeins of sock yarn you might have hanging around. it is a great stash buster!! I am sure you all have some!! It can be made as long or as short as you like, don't be overwhelmed by his very interesting pictures!! Take a look at some of the projects of people that already did it to get a better idea of what it can look like. You use 2 strands of fingering weight yarn held together through out , changing as you like or as your colours run out. He did also use a mohair , silk blend in with the collar area and the cufts.

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/marled-mania-cardigan

50 x 50 Poncho Thursday February 14th 1:30 Pm to 3:30 Pm. for about 3 or 4 weeks.

This is a great simple project and will be done in time for the spring!!
Can be made out of a multi coloured acrylic yarn for ease of washing or a solid colour blend of wool and acrylic which can also be machine washed. , A great in between weather piece. The pattern says it is as easy as counting to 50!! So if you can knit and purl and cast on and off and count to 50 LOL I am sure you can do this poncho!!

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/50-x-50-poncho-075

2018-10-20T14:21:00.000-07:00

Another Trunk Show coming

soon!

Hi everyone,

I just love hosting these Trunk Shows and this one in particular has me very excited!

On Saturday October 27th from 10am til 3pm..Lizzie Ann Yarns will be here! They are an amazing Mother-Daughter Indie dyer team whose mandate is summed up here...

"We are a mother-daughter indie dyer team totally addicted to hand dyeing yarn with love in Canada.

We get our inspiration from each other and everything around us. We love colour and inspiring others with our colourways. "

So, with that lovely enticement..we invite you to join us for yarn and tea and cookies!!

Hope to see you then!!

Happy Knitting,
Lynn

2018-09-15T14:33:00.001-07:00

This is the perfect cross between a sweater and
poncho...A Swoncho!!!

Hello everyone,

Fall is here and winter is coming, so this is the perfect transition piece! This KAL will be run by my friend and super knitter Sonya, and will start on Wednesday, October 3rd from 1:30 to 3:30. and run for as many weeks as we need to get most people finished it.

We will be using a gorgeous Estelle Alpaca and Merino yarn in 23 lovely shades.

The swoncho is here at the shop for you to come in and try on, and fall in love with! It might look a bit strange but once you try it on you will be amazed at how great it feels. Also check out the pictures on Ravelry as the ones I took do not show if off so well. The link is below.

I cannot wait to choose my colours and start this project with you all! As always, this is a KAL not a class so there is no charge but I do appreciate you purchasing the pattern and yarns from me. This is going to be a fun one for sure!

Happy Knitting,
Lynn

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ninilchik-swoncho

2018-09-13T12:14:00.000-07:00

Crochet-a-Long with me!!.

Hello everyone!

I love throwing something different into the mix every once in a while, and this is it!
A “Crochet-a-Long”!

While we have had many KAL’s, this CAL from King Cole is a beautiful blanket called “Flowers in the Window”. In this gorgeous colourway, the kit comes with 34 balls of lovely, soft, DK weight acrylic yarn that will crochet up into a gorgeous squishy heirloom.

This project is perfect for even the very novice crocheter. If you read this blog post they talk about that. Don't be confused by the date that they say it starts, that is the date that you would receive the yarn requirements and hook sizes etc. The actual patterns do not start til Oct. 8th. As Estelle has made us up kits we don't need to worry about picking yarns as in your kit you will have everything you need. As an added bonus I will include the crochet hock in the size you need!!
http://estelleyarns.com/blog/

As always, this is not a class per se....a different clue will be released every two weeks, and we will help each other through this exciting project!

The kit costs $138.00 and the CAL will start on Friday, October 12th from 1:30 to 3:30pm and we will meet every other week.....shoot me an email to let me know you are interested and I will add your kit to the order. See you soon!

Happy Knitting,
Lynn