Hazel Knits Artisan Sock
This superwash fingering weight merino wool, custom-milled exclusively for Hazel Knits, has a tight twist giving you beautiful stitch definition. The 10% nylon provides added strength making it perfect for socks, but in colors this pretty, it is a great choice for shawls, sweaters and mittens as well.
Yarn details:
- 90% superwash merino, 10% nylon
- 400 yards, 120 grams (skeins put up by yardage, weight may have slight variance.)
- US size 1-2 needle
- 8 stitches per inch
*Listed gauge is suggested for sock knitting. - $29.50 and available in store only
Recommended care:
Hand launder with mild, wool friendly soap in tepid water. Lay flat to dry.
While we recommend hand washing to preserved the color and life of your knitted or crocheted item, Artisan Sock may be machine washed on gentle cycle and machine dried at low temperature.
Neighborhood Fiber Co. Organic Studio Sock
Yarn details:
- 100% Organic Merino
- 400 yards/4 oz
- US 1-2
- 7-8 sts/inch
*Listed gauge is suggested for sock knitting. - $34 and available in store only
Yarnista pattern picks:
We’ve selected some of the hottest new patterns in both knitting and crochet to help you dream up some possible creations for your summer knitting queue.
The Carisma Shawl
This stylish shawl by Serena Castellanos is an excellent beginner pattern for Tunisian Crochet. It’s plush fabric will keep you shoulders warm on those delectable cool summer nights and early fall breezes.
Craft:
Tunisian Crochet
Sizes:
One Size / Customizable
Materials:
- 100-1200 yards (approximately 240 grams) of Fingering weight yarn, or more if you opt for a longer border. Following gauge will make your yardage closer to 1100.
- 5mm (US H/8) Tunisian Crochet Hook with a 20-24” cable
- 2-3 Stitch markers to help note when the pattern changes
- Tapestry Needle
Tiny Birds
This lovely shawl by Nim Teasdale features an unusual stitch which works well with both variegated and semi-solid hand dyes – pair two subtle colors or dive in with a vibrant contrast!
Sizes:
Customizable
Materials:
- 437 – 1094 yards (400 – 1000 m) of fingering weight yarn
*The pictured sample used 1 full skein (150g/525m) of Color 1 and 70g/245m of Color 2 - US 4 (3.5 mm) needles
- Stitch markers, daring needle
Zinnia Socks
These fun socks by Mone Dräger are a great project for a long trip. Whether you’ve got a long car drive, train ride, or plane ride on your summer schedule these socks will keep you engaged with their beautiful lace pattern.
Sizes:
Women’s S, M, and L to fit leg circumference 17.5 (20, 22.5) cm 7 (7.75, 8.75)”. Leg length including heel results in 23 (23.5, 24) cm 9 (9.25, 9.5)”. Foot length is adjustable.
Materials:
- 1 skein of fingering weight yarn with a yardage of approximately 400 m (437 yds) per 100 g
- 2.25 mm / US size 1 DPNs or circular needle(s) for your preferred way to knit in the round
- 4 stitch markers, darning needle
This textured tee shirt makes the perfect transitional piece from AC to DC’s humidity, or from the sizzling Summer into Fall’s cool embrace. Designed to be knit with either short or long sleeves, this top down textured raglan by Kerstin Bovensiepen is bound to become a quick favorite and wardrobe staple.
Sizes:
XS (S, M, L1, L2, XL, XXL)
Finished Measurements:
- Bust circ in cm 92 (98, 103, 108, 113, 122, 128), includes 6 cm positive ease.
- Sleeve circ. in cm 29 (31, 32, 35, 38, 40, 44)
- Arm length approx. 5 cm or 45 cm.
- Armhole depth in cm 23 (23, 23, 24, 25, 25, 25)
- Total length in cm ca. +/-65 cm
Materials:
- For long sleeves approx.: 1150 (1200, 1250, 1300, 1350, 1600, 1700) meters of yarn
- For short sleeves approx.: 730 (850, 950, 1050, 1100, 1200, 1300) meters of yarn
- main needle US 4/ 3.5 mm circular
- ribbing needle US 3/ 3.0 mm circular
- stitch marker, yarn holder or waste yarn, darning needle.
*Special techniques: german short rows, increases (m1l / m1r), decreases (k2tog, ssk).
Comfy Cardi
This lovely genderless cardigan by Daniela Mühlbauer is exactly as advertised: comfy, slightly oversized, and the perfect staple for everyone’s handmade wardrobe.
Sizes:
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Finished Measurements:
98, 108, 118, 124, 135, 143, 149, 158cm // 38.5, 42.5, 46.5, 48.8, 52, 55.5, 58, 62 in
*suggested ease + 25 cm/10“ positive ease at bust. Sample picture shows size 3 with 25cm/10“ positive ease.
Materials:
- 1300 – 2585 yards (1189 – 2364 m) fingering weight yarn
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US 2 – 2.75 mm, US 3 – 3.25 mm, US 4 – 3.5 mm Circular needles, with optional small circumference circular or DPNs for sleeves
- Tapestry needle, stitch markers
Dancing Warrior Barefoot Sandals
These fun accessories by Kate Pugats will spice up any summer dress or romper, adding a boho chic vibe to your outfit.
Sizes:
Short version: 40 cm / 15,7 inches
Long version: 50 cm / 19,7 inches
*How to pick size: Measure your foot from beneath your ring toe up to right beneath your knee and compare which length would suit you best
Materials:
- 186 – 372 yards (170 – 340 m) of fingering weight yarn
- 3 mm Crochet Hook (or size to obtain gauge)
- Tapestry needle, stitch markers
