Due to the “slightly” cotton-obsessed yarnistas at the shop (ahem, Darian), we have a ton of cotton, linen and other breathable fibres in right now, so I had far too many options for this research project.

First up – my search for a crochet top. Yes, I do actually crochet. I find it to be much faster so this might be my go to if I run out of time on this project.

Triad Bralette

This bralette would not only be a great piece on its own with a skirt, pants or shorts, but it will also be a wonderful layering piece for fall and winter. The designer also has the Triad Top pattern if you want more coverage, or you could add length to this top for a less cropped look. For this one, I am eyeing Knitting For Olive Pure Silk or Pascuali Arctic Pearl.

Aruba Tunic

This would be ambitious, as it is Tunisian crochet, BUT this is an incredible beach coverup and worth learning some new skills in the process. This would look great in a DK-weight cotton yarn like Rosários 4 Re-Use or Rosários 4 Regata or even Mojave from Kelbourne Woolens. This decision should probably come down to which yarn had the color that matched a swimsuit the most!

Caladium Hexagon Cover-Up

I know I have the crochet skills for this. I do not, however, have the crochet commitment level to complete it—but I am OBSESSED. This would be so drapey and amazing in De Rerum Natura Antigone. The jewel tones in this linen yarn would be incredible and might even make this suitable for evening attire at a resort.

Harlow Cover Up

OK, this one might actually be achievable for me, and I love the way it’s styled as a tunic here, so you can keep wearing it into Fall. This calls for a sport weight yarn, so I’m thinking Pascuali Suave or even De Rerum Natura Alice.

Should my crochet ambitions not work out, I picked a bunch of possible knit projects as well. D

Jet Set Tunic

I can think of literally one million ways to wear this on a beach vacation, and oh yes, there are matching pants. Will I knit pants? No, no I will not. But someone should. This would be stunning in a fingering-weight linen yarn like De Rerum Natura Antigone, or you could go totally decadent with Knitting For Olive Pure Silk.

Silent Bloom

This pattern calls for a fingering weight linen worked at a loose gauge – but hear me out here, I’m thinking raffia?

Whitecaps

This is stunning. The pattern is just knits, purls, and slip stitches, with the yarn held alternately single and then double. Amazing! This is designed for DK-weight yarn, so while we have the colorful Noro Ohajiki or Konpeito, I might lean towards a solid in Rosários 4 Re-Use or Wooldreamers Saona.

The Wonder Garden

The back button detail, with the lace side panels and subtle waist shaping – just gorgeous. This fingering weight pattern definitely calls for fibres with drape, so De Rerum Natura Antigone or Knitting For Olive Pure Silk are perfect choices here.

Thanks for going on this pattern deep dive with me. See you next month for more stitching inspiration!

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Visit our Alexandria store now through June 15 to get inspired by our trunk show of knitted Di Gilpin designs straight from Scotland!  While patterns for many of the designs are available on Ravelry (shown below), we’ll also be displaying several exclusive designs from The Gansey Knitting Sourcebook, co-authored by Di and Sheila Greenwell! It’s available in-store and on our capsule!

Featured in the trunk show, Di Gilpin Lalland DK is spun from 100% Scottish lambswool, with a firm 2-ply twist for wonderful stitch definition and a lovely vintage look that’s perfect for lace and openwork as well as classic stranded colorwork.

Shop Di Gilpin Lalland DK yarn and The Gansey Knitting Sourcebook in our Alexandria store and our online capsule!

Patterns

Arabesque Gilet

Sizes

Small, Medium, Large; finished bust circumference 32, 35, 38″, suggested 4-8″ negative ease.

Yarn

6 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK (100% Scottish lambswool; 191 yards/175 meters per 50-gram ball), held double.

Gauge & Suggested Needles

16 stitches and 20 rows = 4” on US#9 (5.5 mm) needles, in stockinette stitch after wet blocking.

Cairngorm Fair Isle T

Sizes

1, 2, 3 (4, 5) 6, 7; finished bust circumference 40, 43, 45.5 (49, 54) 60, 65″.

Yarn

Color A: 2, 2, 2 (2, 2) 3, 3 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK (100% Scottish lambswool; 191 yards/175 meters per 50-gram ball).
Color B: 2, 2, 2 (2, 2) 3, 3 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK
Color C*: 1, 1, 1 (2, 2) 2, 2 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK
Color D: 1, 1, 1 (1, 1) 2, 2 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK
Color E: 1, 1, 1 (2, 2) 2, 2 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK
Color F: 1, 1, 1 (1, 1) 2, 2 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK
Color G: 1, 1, 1 (1, 1) 2, 2 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK
Color H*: 2, 2, 2 (2, 2) 4, 4 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK
*Add 1 ball for long sleeved version.

Gauge & Suggested Needles

26 stitches and 28 rows = 4” on US#5 (3.75 mm) needles, in colorwork pattern after wet blocking.

Lyra Fair Isle Slipover

Sizes

Small, Medium/Large; finished bust circumference 41, 45″.

Yarn

Color A: 1, 2 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK (100% Scottish lambswool; 191 yards/175 meters per 50-gram ball).
Color B: 2 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK
Color C, D, E, F, G: 1 ball Di Gilpin Lalland DK

Gauge & Suggested Needles

26 stitches and 28 rows = 4” on US#5 (3.75 mm) needles, in colorwork pattern after wet blocking.

Seol Gansey Scarf & Mittens

Note: Seol Gansey Scarf & Seol Mittens are two separate patterns.

Sizes

Scarf: One size; 9.5 x 66″.
Mittens: Small/Medium, Medium/Large; top circumference 5.9, 6.75″, bottom circumference 7.5, 8″.

Yarn

Scarf: 4 balls Di Gilpin Lalland DK (100% Scottish lambswool; 191 yards/175 meters per 50-gram ball).
Mittens: 1 ball Di Gilpin Lalland DK

Gauge & Suggested Needles

Scarf: 22 stitches and 28 rows = 4” on US#5 (3.75 mm) needles, in stockinette stitch after wet blocking.
Mittens (Small/Medium): 26 stitches and 35 rows = 4” on US#3 (3.25 mm) needles, in stockinette stitch after wet blocking.
Mittens (Medium/Large): 22 stitches and 28 rows = 4” on US#5 (3.75 mm) needles, in stockinette stitch after wet blocking.

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Discover the newest yarn from iconic Japanese yarnmakers Noro: Tensan!

Tensan, the Japanese word for “silkworm,” honors the ancient origins of silk — a fiber treasured for its strength, sheen, and timeless luxury. Blended with fine wool, this luminous yarn brings together warmth, resilience, and a soft, lightweight feel. Dyed in Noro’s unmistakable palette, where earthy tones merge with radiant bursts of color, Tensan’s flowing shades and rustic textures reflect company founder Eisaku Noro’s philosophy of drawing inspiration from the natural world

With an appealing thick-and-thin single-ply construction, Tensan works up at a heavy worsted gauge, ideal for projects from textured cardigans and elegant wraps to statement accessories and summery tops. Learn more and check out our pattern picks for Tensan on our Captain’s Log!

Visit our Alexandria store now through May 18 to get inspired by our trunk show of knitted garments and accessories! Noro Tensan is available in our Alexandria store.

Juno

Sizes

Small (Medium, Large, 1X); finished bust circumference 37 (43, 49, 55)”

Yarn

4-5 balls Noro Tensan (68% silk, 32% wool; 328 yards/300 meters per 150-gram ball)

Gauge & Suggested Needles

16 stitches & 24 rows = 4” on US#8 (5mm) needles, in stockinette stitch after wet blocking. Use one size smaller needles (US#7/4.5mm) for ribbing.

Bramble

Sizes

One size.

Yarn

2 balls Noro Tensan (68% silk, 32% wool; 328 yards/300 meters per 150-gram ball)

Gauge & Suggested Needles

16 stitches & 23 rows = 4” on US#8 (5mm) needles, in 4×4 ribbing after wet blocking.

Autumn Rivers

Sizes

One size.

Yarn

1 ball Noro Tensan (68% silk, 32% wool; 328 yards/300 meters per 150-gram ball)

Gauge & Suggested Needles

14 stitches & 24 rows = 4” on US#9 (5.5mm) needles, in double seed stitch after wet blocking.

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Stop by our Alexandria store now through June 1 and get inspired with our WoolDreamers Saona trunk show, featuring three knit and crochet patterns that are sure to become wardrobe staples.

Wooldreamers Saona is available in our Alexandria shop or on our capsule!

Air Tee

Sizes

XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL; finished bust circumference of 30 (34) 36 (40) 45 (48) 52 (56) 60” (the final size of garment includes 5” of ease)

Yarn

4 (4) 5 (5) 6 (6) 7 (7) 8 balls of WoolDreamers Saona (50% Merina Entrefina and Manchega Traceable Wool and 50% Andalusian Cotton; 240 yards/ 220 meters per 50-gram ball). Shown in colorway Guthrie.

Gauge & Suggested Needles

26 stitches and 40 rows = 4″ on US#4 (3.5mm) needles, in stockinette stitch worked flat, blocked

Outline Tank

Sizes

XS (S, M, L, 1X){2X, 3X, 4X, 5X} to fit chest measurement of 28-30 (32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46){48-50, 52-54, 56-58, 60-62}”

Yarn

2 (2, 2-3, 3, 3){3, 4, 4, 5} balls of WoolDreamers Saona (50% Merina Entrefina and Manchega Traceable Wool and 50% Andalusian Cotton; 240 yards/ 220 meters per 50-gram ball).

Gauge & Suggested Needles

25 stitches and 33 rows = 4″ on US#4 (3.5mm) needles, in stockinette, flat, and in the round, blocked

Sweetheart Jersey

Sizes

1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9) to fit finished bust circumference of 30¼ (34, 38½, 42, 45¾) (50¼, 54, 57½, 61¼)”. Designed to be worn with positive ease around bust of 0 – 2¼”

Yarn

While the pattern calls for DK-weight yarn, the sample you’ll see in the shop is made with a single strand of Saona for a light and airy look. Check your gauge to make any size adjustments you need!

The following amounts are approximate for a cropped jersey with long sleeves: 4 (4, 5, 5, 5) (6, 6, 7, 7) balls of WoolDreamers Saona (50% Merina Entrefina and Manchega Traceable Wool and 50% Andalusian Cotton; 240 yards/ 220 meters per 50-gram ball).

The following amounts are approximate for a hip-length jersey with long sleeves: 4 (5, 5, 6, 6) (7, 7, 8, 9) balls of WoolDreamers Saona (50% Merina Entrefina and Manchega Traceable Wool and 50% Andalusian Cotton; 240 yards/ 220 meters per 50-gram ball).

Suggested Gauge and Hook

16 stitches and 8 rows = 4″ on US H-8 (5.0 mm) hook

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Joining the worsted-weight Lar, Doce Lar! and DK-weight Re-Use in Rosários 4’s Ecofriendly Collection, this super-bulky cable-plied yarn is perfect for summery totes, baskets, baby blankets, and make-in-a-flash garments, in a palette of sunny brights and relaxed neutrals.

Yarn Details

• Super bulky weight
• 100% organic cotton
• 93 yards (85 meters) per 100-gram skein
• US #11-13 (8 – 9 mm) needles or L-11 – M/N-13 crochet hooks
• 11 stitches & 16 rows = 4”
• Hand wash, dry flat
• $15, in-store only

Our Pattern Picks

Maresia

Sizes

XS (S, M, L, XL, XXL); finished circumference 38.5 (43, 47.25, 51.5, 56, 58.5)”.

Yarn

MC: 5 (5, 6, 7, 8, 8) skeins Rosários 4 Bouquet (100% organic cotton; 93 yards/85 meters per 100-gram skein).
CC1, CC2: 1 skein each Rosários 4 Bouquet (100% organic cotton; 93 yards/85 meters per 100-gram skein).

Gauge & Suggested Needles

11 stitches and 18 rows = 4” on US#10.75 (7 mm) needles, in stockinette stitch worked in the round after wet blocking.

French Market Bag

Sizes

One size; 19 x 20″.

Yarn

3 skeins Rosários 4 Bouquet (100% organic cotton; 93 yards/85 meters per 100-gram skein).

Gauge & Suggested Hook

16 stitches and 6 rows = 4” on US#K-10½ (6.5 mm) hook, in pattern stitch after wet blocking.

Wave Tee

Sizes

XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL); finished circumference 34¼ (35½) 37½ (39½) 42¼ (46) 49¼ (53¼) 56 (59¾)”.

Yarn

4 (5) 5 (5) 5 (6) 6 (7) 7 (7) skeins Rosários 4 Bouquet (100% organic cotton; 93 yards/85 meters per 100-gram skein).

Gauge & Suggested Needles

12 stitches and 22 rows = 4” on US#10 (6 mm) needles, in stockinette stitch worked in the round after wet blocking.

Solitude Blanket

Sizes

One size; 36″ square.

Yarn

MC, CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4: 1 skein each Rosários 4 Bouquet (100% organic cotton; 93 yards/85 meters per 100-gram skein).

Suggested Hook

US-P/Q (15 mm) hook.

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“Lar doce lar” is Portuguese for “home sweet home”, a fitting name for this colorful yarn! Part of Rosários 4’s Ecofriendly Collection, this 100% cotton worsted weight’s vibrant shades are ideal for summery hats, totes, tops, and home goods. (You’ve been asking for an affordable workhorse cotton in worsted, and now we’ve found it for you!)

Yarn Details

• Worsted weight
• 100% cotton
• 252 yards (230 meters) per 200-gram skein
• US #6-7 (4 – 4.5 mm) needles or 7 – I/9 crochet hooks
• 16 stitches & 26 rows = 4”
• Machine or hand wash, dry flat
• $17, in-store only

Our Pattern Picks

THEA Top

Sizes

S (M) L (XL) XXL; finished circumference 34.5 (38.5) 42.5 (46.5) 50.25″.

Yarn

2 (3) 3 (4) 4 skeins Rosários 4 Lar, Doce Lar! (100% cotton; 252 yards/230 meters per 200-gram skein)

Gauge & Suggested Needles

20 stitches & 26 rows = 4” on US#6 (4 mm) needles, in stockinette stitch worked in the round after wet blocking. Use 5 sizes smaller needle (US#2.5/3 mm) for ribbing.

French Market Bag

Sizes

One size.

Yarn

3 skeins Rosários 4 Lar, Doce Lar! (100% cotton; 252 yards/230 meters per 200-gram skein)

Gauge & Suggested Hook

15 stitches = 4” on US#G-6 (4 mm) hook, in treble mesh after wet blocking.

Rota Jumper

Sizes

1 (2, 3)(4, 5, 6); finished circumference 46.5 (49.25, 54)(56.75, 59.75, 63)”.

Yarn

4 (5, 5)(6, 6, 6) skeins Rosários 4 Lar, Doce Lar! (100% cotton; 252 yards/230 meters per 200-gram skein)

Gauge & Suggested Needles

16 stitches & 22 rows = 4” on US#8 (5 mm) needles, in stockinette stitch, after wet blocking. Use 2 sizes smaller needle (US#6/4 mm) for ribbing.

Gingersnap

Sizes

1 year; finished circumference 23″.

Yarn

MC, CC, CC1: 1 skein each Rosários 4 Lar, Doce Lar! (100% cotton; 252 yards/230 meters per 200-gram skein)

Gauge & Suggested Needles

19 stitches & 25 rows = 4” on US#7 (4.5 mm) needles, in stockinette stitch. after wet blocking.

Blocks For Baby

Sizes

One size; 36″ x 36″.

Yarn

4 skeins Rosários 4 Lar, Doce Lar! (100% cotton; 252 yards/230 meters per 200-gram skein)

Gauge & Suggested Needles

18 stitches = 4” on US#4 (4.5 mm) needles, in stockinette stitch, after wet blocking.

Tiramisu Baby Blanket

Sizes

One size; 32″ x 32″.

Yarn

5 skeins Rosários 4 Lar, Doce Lar! (100% cotton; 252 yards/230 meters per 200-gram skein)

Gauge & Suggested Needles

12 stitches & 13 rows = 4” on US#I-9 (5.5 mm) hook, in single crochet, after wet blocking.

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For LYS Day on Saturday, April 25, we’ll have a trunk show of patterns in Jill’s yarns, freshly restocked shelves of JDMS yarn, and even a little gift of honey from a farm in upstate New York who provides the Rambouillet wool that Jill uses for her yarn Empire.

One of the reasons that we love Jill Draper’s yarns so much is her commitment to supporting her neighbors in the Hudson Valley in the sourcing of her wool. This is no easy feat at this time in our industry, when a variety of factors have seen several American-made yarn brands disappear. Jill’s yarns can be found in several yarnistas’ closets, and we each feel a special connection to the wool and the story of how it was made when we wear our JDMS projects.

Why is local and breed-specific wool important? Hundreds of sheep breeds have been developed over centuries to thrive in their local ecosystems and to produce wool with specific qualities for specific uses – sturdy, lustrous longwools for weaving, soft, fluffy finewools for garments, and a whole range of woolly traits in between. By designing yarns in breed-specific wool, Jill highlights the unique characteristics of each fibre, supporting small farmers and showcasing the many beautiful breeds of sheep while appreciating the work of each person and animal involved in the process.

We caught up with Jill recently to ask about her design philosophy and the current state of yarn making in the US:

A thing that I think makes JDMS yarns special is that I design each one from the fiber up. I buy the wool directly from the people that raise it without middlemen, assuring they get the most money per pound for the hard work they do, then I work with the mills on the twist, plies and even grist. Having a degree in Fashion Design and many semesters of Fabric Science set me up to be able to have the exact yarn I want made into reality.

In the 15 years I’ve been making yarn in the US it has only gotten harder every year. As with all things, costs have gone up, but in addition to that, many mills, dye houses, and farms have closed in recent years, leaving few options for on-shore manufacturing even as people seem to be more interested in domestically produced products. There are only two large commercial wool scouring facilities left in the States, one with a minimum order size of 40,000 pounds, so this leaves basically one facility for all the companies of a similar size to mine to work with, which seems wild.

Every single color in the line starts with only primary colors, there are only 5 dyes in the whole studio, a warm red, a cool red, a warm blue, a cool blue, and a yellow. Kingston (shown above) starts with wool dyed in one of 4 shades (red, blue, yellow, black) plus the natural undyed wool, and all 16 colors are made by blending these.

Which breeds will you find in our Jill Draper yarns? Look for Dorset (Ellsworth), Rambouillet (Empire), Targhee (Kingston), and Black Mountain Welsh (Amalgam) wool sourced from farms in upstate New York, plus Merino (High Plains) raised in Montana. Spun at Green Mountain Spinnery in Vermont and Harrisville Designs in New Hampshire, these all-American yarns are as local as it gets!

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All Jill Draper Makes Stuff yarns are made domestically from sheep to skein, showcasing the many beautiful breeds of American wool while appreciating the work of each person and animal involved in the process.

We’re delighted to welcome back two of our favorite squishy, sheepy, and sustainable Jill Draper yarns to space: Ellsworth and High Plains!

Jill Draper Makes Stuff Ellsworth

Made from dense, springy Dorset wool grown in upstate New York, Ellsworth is a true lace weight single-ply yarn. The sturdy structure of the wool means stitches will block into crisp shape and wear well for years without fear of pilling. Lace isn’t the only thing this yarn is great for – Jill recommends holding multiple strands together for heavier weight projects. This soft woolen-spun yarn’s vibrant colorways are a melange of dyed-in-the-wool colors with evocative names like “Oklahoma Carmine” and “Golden Oyster Mushroom”. Irresistible!

Yarn Details

• Lace weight
• 100% Dorset wool
• 880 yards (805 meters) per 113-gram cone
• 26-32 stitches = 4″ on US#2 to US#5 (2.75-3.75mm) needles or US#C-2 to US#F-5 hooks
• Hand wash, dry flat
• $28, in-store only

Jill Draper Makes Stuff High Plains

Kitten-soft with a soft luster and an amazing drape, High Plains is truly dreamy! Spun from superfine (<15 micron) Merino wool grown in Montana, this incredibly soft, phenomenally squishy yarn is perfect for things you want to wear right next to your skin. A sturdy 4-ply twist gives this springy worsted-spun yarn plenty of durability for projects from cuddly shawls and cowls to cozy sweaters and hats, in gorgeous hand-dyed semisolid shades with equally delicious names: “Irish Butter”, “Blood Orange”, or “Spice Cake”, anyone?

Yarn Details

• Fingering weight
• 100% superfine Merino wool
• 395 yards (361 meters) per 113-gram skein
• 28-30 stitches = 4″ on US#1 to US#3 (2.25-3.25mm) needles or US#B-1 to US#D-3 hooks
• Hand wash, dry flat
• $34, in-store only

Our Pattern Picks

Adventitious

Sizes

1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9) (10, 11, 12); finished bust circumference 37 (41.25, 45.5, 49.75, 52) (56.25, 60.5, 64.75, 69) (73.25, 75.5, 79.75)”, suggested positive ease 8-12″.

Yarn

1 (1, 2, 2, 2) (2, 2, 2, 2) (2, 2, 2) cones Jill Draper Makes Stuff Ellsworth (100% Dorset wool; 880 yards/805 meters per 113-gram cone).

Gauge & Suggested Needles

30 stitches & 38 rounds = 4” on US#2 (2.75 mm) needles in stockinette stitch, after wet blocking.

Amma Granny Square Top

Sizes

One size; finished bust circumference 40″, adjustable to fit smaller or larger sizes.

Yarn

1 cone Jill Draper Makes Stuff Ellsworth (100% Dorset wool; 880 yards/805 meters per 113-gram cone).

Gauge & Suggested Needles

5 rounds = 4” on US#E-4 (3.5 mm) hook, after wet blocking.

Iterate

Sizes

Lace weight (Fingering weight); 70 3/4” X 28”, (75″ x 20″).

Yarn

Lace weight: 1 cone Jill Draper Makes Stuff Ellsworth (100% Dorset wool; 880 yards/805 meters per 113-gram cone).
Fingering weight: 2 skeins Jill Draper Makes Stuff High Plains (100% superfine Merino wool; 395 yards/361 meters per 113-gram skein).

Gauge & Suggested Needles

Lace weight: 18 stitches & 32 rows = 4” on US#4 (3.5 mm) needles, in Pattern 1, after lace blocking.
Fingering weight: 15.5 stitches & 28 rows = 4” on US#6 (4 mm) needles, in Pattern 1, after lace blocking.

Sol

Hey, we know that person!

Sizes

(1, 2, 3) [4, 5, 6] {7, 8, 9}; finished bust circumference (34.25, 38.5, 43) [47.25, 51.75, 56] {60.25, 64.75, 69}”, suggested positive ease 2-8″.

Yarn

(2, 2, 2) [2, 2, 2] {3, 3, 3} skeins Jill Draper Makes Stuff High Plains (100% superfine Merino wool; 395 yards/361 meters per 113-gram skein).

Gauge & Suggested Needles

22 stitches & 28 rows = 4” on US#3 (3.25 mm) needle in stockinette stitch, after wet blocking.

Malduguns (Fen Fire) Sweater

Sizes

1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9); finished bust circumference 28.25 (32, 35.75, 39.75, 43.75) (47.25, 50.75, 54.75, 58.25)”, suggested negative ease 2-4″.

Yarn

3 (3, 3, 4, 4) (4, 5, 5, 5) skeins Jill Draper Makes Stuff High Plains (100% superfine Merino wool; 395 yards/361 meters per 113-gram skein).

Gauge & Suggested Hook

19 stitches & 18 rows = 4” on US#G-6 (4 mm) hook in half-double crochet, after wet blocking.

Tendril

Sizes

One size; 70″ x 32″.

Yarn

1 skein Jill Draper Makes Stuff High Plains (100% superfine Merino wool; 395 yards/361 meters per 113-gram skein).

Gauge & Suggested Hook

US#G-6 (4 mm) hook.

See more pattern ideas for Ellsworth and High Plains here! These two yarns are also great options for many patterns suggested for our Nostalgia Stitch Along, running April 2-June 4, 2026!

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Former fibre space yarnista (and current instructor) Jackson Roe began hand-dyeing yarn in 2020 as a hobby, which soon turned into a full-time business creating captivating colorways:

I come from a fine arts background and have always had a deep love for color. I gravitate towards luxe variegated, lively speckled, and playful neutral colorways.

I draw my inspiration from things that spark joy. I love to read mysteries, fantasies, and romances, which show up in my collections. Childhood memories also influence my colorways, like summer camp and South Florida, where I grew up. I hope you find moments of happiness when you sit down with a skein from Stella Luna Fiber Co!

We’re delighted to welcome more Stella Luna Fiber Co. yarns to space! (Read more about Jackson’s yarn inspirations here!)

Suri Cloud Lace

Love the look of mohair but don’t love the feel? This is the yarn for you! An amazingly soft blend of baby suri alpaca fibre and silk, this gorgeous lace weight gives your projects the fluffy look AND feel you’ve been dreaming of.

Yarn Details

• Lace weight
• 74% baby suri alpaca, 26% silk
• 328 yards (300 meters) per 50-gram skein
• Hand wash, dry flat
• $29, in-store only

Our Pattern Picks

Grove

Knit one for your favorite baby, kid, yourself, everyone!

Sizes

Newborn (3-6 mo, 6-12 mo, 1-2 years, 2-4 years, 4-6 years, 6-8 years, 8-10 years, Adult XS, S, SM, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL), finished bust circumference 19.5 (20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29.5, 31.5, 34.5, 36, 39, 41, 44.5, 47.5, 51.5, 55, 60, 63.5, 69, 73)”, recommended positive ease 2-7″.

Yarn

MC: 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5) skeins Spincycle Yarns Dyed In The Wool (100% superwash wool; 200 yards/183 meters per 100-gram skein)
CC: 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 4) skeins Stella Luna Fiber Co. Suri Cloud Lace (74% baby suri alpaca, 26% silk; 328 yards/300 meters per 50-gram skein)

Gauge & Suggested Needles

17 stitches & 32 rounds = 4” on US#5 (3.75 mm) needles in garter stitch, after wet blocking. Use 2 sizes smaller (US#3/3.25mm) for ribbing.

Bennett Sister Shawl

One half of this simple shawl is worked with two strands of yarn held together for extra coziness!

Sizes

One size; 70″ x 27″

Yarn

MC: 2 skeins (800 yards) fingering weight yarn (simple semi-solid shades recommended)
CC: 2 skeins Stella Luna Fiber Co. Suri Cloud Lace (74% baby suri alpaca, 26% silk; 328 yards/300 meters per 50-gram skein)

Gauge & Suggested Needles

26 stitches & 30 rows = 4” on US#6 (4 mm) needles in stockinette stitch.

Iris Hat

This soft and snuggly cap has a triple-folded brim for added warmth. Great gift knit!

Sizes

One size; to fit 20-23″ circumference.

Yarn

MC: 1 skein Stella Luna Fiber Co. Suri Cloud Lace (74% baby suri alpaca, 26% silk; 328 yards/300 meters per 50-gram skein)
MC: 1 skein (400 yards) fingering weight yarn

Gauge & Suggested Needles

26 stitches & 37 rounds = 4” on US#3 (3.25 mm) needles in 1×1 ribbing, after wet blocking.

Porcelain Berry Shawl

This easy-to-crochet pattern includes instructions for a rectangular scarf or shawl too!

Sizes

Small (Medium, Large); 47¼ (63, 78¾)″ width, 17¾ (25½, 33½)″ depth.

Yarn

2 (3, 4) skeins Stella Luna Fiber Co. Suri Cloud Lace (74% baby suri alpaca, 26% silk; 328 yards/300 meters per 50-gram skein)

Gauge & Suggested Hook

US#D-3 (3.25 mm) hook.

Barley Bandana

The quick cute crochet project you’ve been looking for!

Sizes

Toddler, Child, Adult; 17 (19, 20)″ width.

Yarn

1 skein Stella Luna Fiber Co. Suri Cloud Lace (74% baby suri alpaca, 26% silk; 328 yards/300 meters per 50-gram skein)

Gauge & Suggested Hook

18 stitches & 11 rows = 4″ on US#G-6 (4 mm) hook in pattern stitch, after wet blocking.

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Former fibre space yarnista (and current instructor) Jackson Roe started hand-dyeing yarn in 2020 as a hobby. Soon, her hobby expanded into a full-time passion for creating captivating colorways under the careful supervision of her golden retriever Stella (shown here checking out Jackson’s self-dyed make of Northern Augustins No. 4).

We caught up with Jackson recently to get her thoughts on dyeing yarn, being an indie artist, and where she gets her color inspiration:

Q: How do you describe what you do?

A: I’d describe yarn dyeing as a creative expression through color, inspired by the things that bring me joy. I often create collections based on places I’ve visited, elements of nostalgia, and the media I love, especially books.

Q: Is it different from what you thought you would do when you grew up?

A: I grew up thinking I’d be Britney Spears (I’m a 90s kid). Then, during undergrad, I imagined becoming a history professor, so it’s safe to say this path is quite different from what I once expected! But yarn dyeing, as both a career and a creative outlet, has turned out to be far more fulfilling than I ever imagined.

Q: How did you find yourself going from a fine arts background to dyeing yarn? Did you feel prepared for the change or did you have to do a lot of learning on the fly?

A: My fine arts background gave me a strong foundation in color theory. Whether you’re working with paint, printmaking inks, pastels, or dye pigments, understanding how colors interact plays a huge role in what happens in the dye pans. The biggest learning curve for me was mastering the technical side of dyeing, i.e., using mordants to ensure color fastness.

Q: What challenges do you face as an independent fibre artist? What advice would you give someone who wants to do what you do?

A: One of the biggest challenges of being an indie dyer is having to wear all the hats. Stella Luna Fiber Co. is truly a one-woman show. I handle everything from marketing and product photography to customer service to product development. For anyone interested in dyeing yarn, my advice is to be prepared: there’s a lot more involved than just playing with dye pigments. At the same time, don’t lose sight of what inspires you, lean into the colors and ideas that bring you joy, rather than just chasing what you think will sell. There’s a market for almost anything. In fact, my best-selling color, “Rainbow Trout,” came from my own love of trout fishing!

Q: We’re excited that you are right here in Old Town! How is creating locally important to you?

A: Being part of a local creative community has always been incredibly important to me. When I started Stella Luna Fiber Co. in Tennessee, the local knitting guild and groups played a huge role in supporting me and helping me find my footing as a budding yarn dyer. I also draw so much inspiration from where I live, Old Town and the DMV in general, are full of character, color, and history, and they constantly spark new creative ideas for me.

We’re thrilled to have our first Stella Luna yarn in the shop, with more coming soon!

BFL Aran

Lustrous and durable, Bluefaced Leicester wool is nearly as soft as Merino, with superior stitch definition and drape. The natural shimmer of the wool makes it ideal for hand dyeing!

Yarn Details

• Aran weight
• 100% superwash Bluefaced Leicester wool
• 181 yards (165 meters) per 100-gram skein
• 18 stitches = 4″ on US#8 (5mm) needles or US#H-8 (5mm) hook
• Machine or hand wash, dry flat
• $29, in-store only

Our Pattern Picks

Fjord

Sizes

XS–S (S–M, M–L, L–XL)(XL, 2XL, 3XL); finished bust circumference 38½ (41, 43½, 46)(48½, 51, 52¼)”.

Yarn

MC: 3 (4, 4, 4)(4, 5, 5) skeins Stella Luna Fiber Co. BFL Aran (100% superwash Bluefaced Leicester wool; 181 yards/165 meters per 100-gram skein).
CC: (all sizes) 1 skein Stella Luna Fiber Co. BFL Aran (100% superwash Bluefaced Leicester wool; 181 yards/165 meters per 100-gram skein).
Flowers (optional): 1 skein Stella Luna Suri Cloud Lace (coming soon!) or other laceweight mohair or alpaca yarn.

Gauge & Suggested Needles

12.5 stitches & 18 rows = 4” on US#11 (8 mm) needles in stockinette stitch, after wet blocking.

Seeking Solace Bandana

Size

One size.

Yarn

MC: 1 skein Stella Luna Fiber Co. BFL Aran (100% superwash Bluefaced Leicester wool; 181 yards/165 meters per 100-gram skein).
CC: 1 ball De Rerum Natura Cyrano (100% Merino wool; 164 yards/150 meters per 100-gram ball).

Gauge & Suggested Needles

17 stitches = 4” on US#8 (5mm) needles, in garter stitch after wet blocking.

Lakes Cardigan

Sizes

XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL); finished bust circumference 38¼ (41¼) 44¼ (46¼) 49¼ (54¼) 57¼ (61¼) 63¼ (67¼)”.

Yarn

MC: 6 (6) 6 (8) 8 (8) 9 (9) 9 (10) skeins Stella Luna Fiber Co. BFL Aran (100% superwash Bluefaced Leicester wool; 181 yards/165 meters per 100-gram skein).
CC: 4 (4) 4 (4) 4 (4) 6 (6) 6 (6) skeins Stella Luna Suri Cloud Lace (coming soon!) or other laceweight mohair or alpaca yarn.

Gauge & Suggested Needles

16 stitches & 24 rows = 4” on US#9 (5.5 mm) needles in stockinette stitch, after wet blocking.

Bloom Shawl

Sizes

One size; 66″ x 22″.

Yarn

MC: 3 skeins Stella Luna Fiber Co. BFL Aran (100% superwash Bluefaced Leicester wool; 181 yards/165 meters per 100-gram skein).
CC: 1 skein Stella Luna Fiber Co. BFL Aran (100% superwash Bluefaced Leicester wool; 181 yards/165 meters per 100-gram skein).

Gauge & Suggested Hook

14 stitches & 14 rows = 4” on US#I-9 (5.5 mm) hook in brioche crochet, after wet blocking.

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