Last Week for the Chunky, Bulky, Superbulky Sale, Weaving Classes for April, Spring Knits
, Knit & Nosh
I am Away but the shop is OPEN!
Please note that I will be away on vacation from March 31st - April 18th inclusive. Leeanne & Candice are holding the fort and will be most happy to help you.
German Twisted Cast On
Have you been looking for a tidy but super-stretchy cast on? The German Twisted may just be the one for you. Click on the button and watch a video of our favourite tutorial lady Very Pink Knits demonstrating it.
If you want to learn but find it a bit fast go to YouTube and look up German Twisted Cast On by Very Pink Knits. Then select her slow-motion version.
Chunky, Bulky, Superbulky Sale
LAST WEEK !!
Our annual chunky, bulky, superbulky yarn sale on now only until March 31st
26 different products at 20% off
several more already on sale 20-70% off
Don't miss out on this super sale. Only 6 days of on-line & 4 days of in-person shopping left. Lots to choose from. Available as an auto-discount during on-line shopping at checkout and in-store at the counter.
(kits are not included in the sale as they are already discounted)
Weaving Classes
Have you always wanted to try weaving buy never had the opportunity? We are very pleased to be offering two weaving classes this April. They will be taught by the lovely Leanne Schmidt. She brings the warped looms with her so all you have to do is purchase the class & the yarn for the weft. Both classes are beginner level and you will have a finished project at the end of the class.
Thurs Apr 13, 10-1pm - Drawstring Bag $60 + Autumn Chunky yarn (6 persons) - a few spots are remaining for this one
NOTE: Saturday's scarf class is already full
Arrange your class as soon as you can. Spots will fill rapidly. Please call or drop in to the store to register (519) 925-6194
Spring is Coming, why not try some Lighter Weight Knits !
Vesperia Shawl presented by Ursalia Fibre Studios
Designed by French Canadian designer Émilie Hallet, Vesperia is a stunning shawl featuring two intersecting patterns and a neat selvedge edge. Vesperia is French for the evening prayer song and is the inspiration for a shawl that will keep you warm on evening walks. Has a satisfying weight that is perfect for any occasion.
PS: never fear, for those of you that are concerned. The little round marks are not nupps! lol
Pattern available on Ravelry $6.00 USD.
Estelle Highland Alpaca DK
Highland Alpaca DK is a delightfully soft yarn perfect for lightweight sweaters and colourwork. It also makes shawls and accessories with beautiful drape to them!
60% Superfine Alpaca, 40% Mulesing Free Highland Wool
$17.29/skein - shawl takes (3)
OR
Ultra Alpaca Light
The ideal balance of luxurious super fine alpaca and Peruvian Highland wool blended together and spun up perfectly round and light.
50% Superfine Alpaca, 50% Peruvian Wool50g/1.75oz, 133m/146yds
$9.99/skein - shawl takes (6)
OR
Vintage DK
A beautiful blend that features a wide color range, an incredibly soft feel and yardage that goes on and on. Its unique fiber blend makes laundering a breeze and perfectly suited for easy care garments for both children and adults.
$10.75/skein - shawl takes (3)
23-01 Texture Scarf by Nancy Lekx
Here is a little, luxurious project to knit for yourself, or for someone special. Designed originally for DK weight yarn, it works up quite quickly, and the simple 4-stitch, 2-row repeat lends itself to meditative knitting. Knit on the bias, the parallelogram shape creates graceful points on the ends, and the rich texture traps air and helps insulate from the cold.
We are suggesting Drops Baby Merino Sport for this project.
Pattern on Ravelry $2.50 CAD
Drops Baby Merino
A beautiful super soft, super squishy, superwash merino wool. You will enjoy every minute knitting with this yarn. It will make a delicious Texture Scarf.
25 colours to choose from!
$8.49/ball
Scarf requires (5)
Knit & Nosh
It's nearly the first Wednesday of April and time again for Knit & Nosh.
Date: Wed Apr 5th
Time: 6:30pm
Location: The Tipsy Fox, 101 Main St. W, Shelburne, ON
Can't wait to see you there!
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Yarn: Lang Alpaca Soxx 4-ply
There was a bit of a discussion at K-W Knitters Fair this year and Midcoast was
decided upon to be a KAL. Jennifer Steingass has done her usual excellent
pattern writing and created this stunning pullover. It takes a main colour with
2 contrasting colours for working the yoke design. We want to share your
progress with everyone so will be posting here and to social media with
updates via your photos. You can submit pictures to us at woolandsilkco@gmail.com
Please indicate your first & last name. We post just using your first name & your
last initial (eg: Diane G.). If you do not wish your name to be printed at all please
indicate that to us in your email and we will keep you anonymous.
Here are some 
The Carmel pullover is knitted bottom-up & in the round.
The Boulevard Blanket….it’s quick, easy, chunky, warm and reversible! At first glance you might think this pattern is just simple garter stitch. Look again!
The Novice Sweater Junior is knit seamlessly from the top down. That means that you will begin by knitting the neckband, then the yoke, then the body, and finally the sleeves. The sweater is knit in stockinette stitch, while the neckband, bottom edge (waist band), and cuffs are knit in rib.