So, on with the sharing shall we? Let me start with some of the most luxurious yarn you will ever feast your eyes on! So luxurious in fact we charge you to even touch it.... haha no just kidding ;) It's called Arctic Dream. This beautiful laceweight is an amazing blend of 55% Qiviut (pronounced kiv-ee-ute), 30% Cashmere, and 15% Silk. It's by a small company out of North Pole, Alsaka called Arctic Qiviut. If you are wondering, what is this Qiviut you speak of? Qiviut is truly an amazing fiber. It is the delicate underwool of the Arctic Muskox. It is one of the most sought after fibers in the world because of it's rarity, softness, and warmth. Qiviut is softer than cashmere, as light as a feather, and eight times warmer than sheep's wool! Wild Muskox shed naturally in the springtime, so it is hand collected from the ground, or bushes they rub up against. Qiviut that comes from farmed Muskox is combed out in large sheets. It is then cleaned and spun into the most fabulous yarn you can put on your needles! Arctic Qiviut only uses the highest grade, finest quality Cashmere, and Bombay Silk. Due to the rarity and softness of the Qiviut, it commands a higher price...but it's worth every penny!
The pattern is by The Shetland Trader, it's called "Wast Side Shawl". The pattern is available here as well. One skein will also make a beautiful lace scarf! Get this yarn for unique gift for yourself, or someone very special. I promise they (or you) will cherish it forever!
Last week, if you recall, we got in some gorgeous shawl kits by Art Yarns. The kit comes with some fab mohair and silk yarn with sparkles, and some silk yarn with beads and sequins attached. It comes with the pattern to make a knitted or crocheted shawl. Well, here are 2 new colors!!
Those colorways are even prettier than the first ones! Wow! We only have 1 red one left (I sold it as soon as it went on the shelf) just so ya know ;)
Speaking of kits, we have a new one for you! It's an Organic Wool Baby Soaker kit by Appalachian Baby Designs. The baby soakers are great for those sensitive baby bottoms. These natural wool soakers are worn over the diaper and offer extra leakage protection without irritating delicate skin. The lanolin that is naturally in the wool is also good for the skin. Perfect gift for a new mom and so cute!!
Oh boy! New needles! We got a nice shipment of Serendipity Needles. These needles are hand crafted by a family in Rhode Island. They are made from a nice, smooth birch wood. The tops are made from polymer clay - each set is unique! There is a wide variety to suit any personalty :) Perfect stocking stuffers!!
All you sock yarn lovers out there...we have new self striping sock yarn by Opal! 6 fun colors to choose from. 1 ball will make a pair. There's nothing like hand-knitted socks! They make and extra special gift for someone special on your Christmas list!
I just love sock yarn. I can't get enough of it. There is a ton of it in my stash. I just have the hardest time making 2 of anything (must be the knitting A.D.D.) Sock yarn does make great scarves and shawls too!
We got in a big selection of new books this week. Too many to talk about each one. Check it out....
Last but not least... some show 'n tell for ya! In case you weren't already aware, I LOVE to knit cowls! I think they are perfect for all climates, they don't dangle in your way, and they are very satisfying to make. This one although kind of boring, and took me wayyy too long, was worth it!!
It is a pattern by Tiny Owl Knits and it's called "Ships & Seaside". It started with a provisional (temporary) cast on, knitted in a big tube, then the ends are grafted into a inner tube. It makes a double thick, extra warm fabric. The yarn is Rowan Kid Classic, a lambs wool and mohair blend. It was a joy to knit with, soft 'n fuzzy. It is a yarn that often goes unnoticed, but it makes a wonderful, cozy fabric! Just perfect for all kinds of knitted garments and accessories. If you love it like I do, come on down, we have the pattern and many yarn choices! We can help you pick the perfect one ;)
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