We’re all aflutter with excitement for the summer issue of Pom Pom Quarterly. Issue 37 is inspired by all things avian. This innovative independent publication showcases 9 knit and crochet patterns that are perfect for warmer temperatures. With a spotlight on summer tops and tank tops, this issue will let your creativity take wing! Be […]
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Showing love for our community this Valentine’s Day – the Love Yourself Give Box
2020 was a real doozy for our brick and mortar businesses! For this new year, I decided to really focus on partnering with my amazing neighbors in as many ways possible. What makes Alexandria so amazing to do business is the incredible bond that our small business owners have. Even folks who directly compete will […]
Our Top Three Project Picks for Freia Merino/Silk Fingering
We just received a fresh batch of the Friea Merino/Silk Fingering! This yarn flew off the shelves this summer. This merino and silk blend is part of the “Refined” series of yarn, that is only available in select shops. The gorgeous hand-dyed ombre yarns truly shine with the sheen of the silk in the base. […]
Yarnista Files: Beth’s Greydient Shawl in Plied
It’s impossible not to be inspired by the vibrant colors and unique marling effect of Plied Yarns. When it launched last year, I realized I couldn’t just choose one color to knit with – I wanted to try a bunch! I picked out a fun four-color combo for the Greydient shawl by Jana Huck, […]
Just landed! Merino and Silk yarn from De Rerum Natura
We have welcomed two new spring and summer yarns to the shop – Albertine and Pénélope from De Rerum Natura in France and available exclusively in the US at our shop. Both yarns are worsted spun organic yarn made from precious fleece of Merinos d’Arles, raised respectfully in Provence France and luxurious silk from south […]
Join the Kelbourne Woolens Marl-Along
The ladies of Kelbourne Woolens have partnered with designer Jacqueline Cieslak for a spring KAL for her Rift sweater, which was featured in our Spring lookbook! You can cast on virtually with them on Friday, May 22 via IG live! Rift is designed for a finished bust measurement of 40 (44, 48, 52, 56, 60, […]
Vintage Shetland Project
The product of an eight year labor of love, fashion historian and designer Susan Crawford has pulled together an incredible collection of designs in The Vintage Shetland Project. Delving into the heritage of Shetland’s knitting traditions, Crawford worked with the Shetland Museum and its curator Dr. Carol Christiansen, choosing the best original designs from the […]
Week Wound Up – Friday, December 15th
Greetings from space! Here’s what has been happening around the shop this week as well as upcoming classes and events. Just Landed! Pichinku Flatiron, a custom color from Freia. Check out this post for a full run down of all exclusive items we carry. I Feel Like Craft mugs from Shelli.Can Lykke interchangeable needle sets […]
New Holiday Notions are Here!
All this week we’ve been eagerly opening boxes to find all kinds of exciting new notions for the holidays we’re so excited to share with you. With a wealth of new tools to add to your collections, we are so happy to welcome Brooklyn Haberdashery, Cohana, and Akerworks products to our shop, and new items […]
Tool Tuesday: Tulip I-Cord Maker
The Tulip I-Cord Maker is perfectly designed to quickly and easily whip up an i-cord braid for any project. Best used with lace, fingering, and sport weight yarns, this nifty tool rests comfortably on your table for easy cord making. Beyond projects, crank out a decorative braid to wrap gifts, decorate gifts, or twist into […]
Tool Tuesday: Knife-Edge Scissors
I’m so excited about this week’s Tool Tuesday featured item. These little scissors have been one of my favorite items to ever join my tool kit in years of knitting. Freshly restocked this week, we are enjoying these knife-edge scissors. Forged from iron and a compact 4″ long, the edge is wonderfully sharp for precision […]