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We are a full service, yarn shop catering to knitters and crocheters alike. You will enjoy a wide selection of yarns, needles, hooks and accessories in store. Classes are on-going with a complete list offered on this site. Can't wait to see you!

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Store Hours Tues - Fri: 10am - 4pm
Saturday: 10am - 3pm
Sun & Mon: Closed
We are also offering on-line shopping at Wool & Silk Co.


You can reach us by phone 519-925-6194 or email Curbside pickup at the store (during store hours) or porch pickup at my home (in Mono) is also available Please call or email to arrange for pickup times

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What We're Knitting/Crocheting

Project Idea #10 (it's in the works!) La Dame de Fer(the Iron Lady - Eiffel tower)

By:Marie Amelie Designs
(A purchase pattern on Ravelry)


Yarn: Lang Alpaca Soxx 4-ply

Okay. Okay. I couldn't help myself!! Started this beautiful lightweight cardigan a few days ago. The textured design is super easy but so effective. I can't even tell you how much I love this yarn. Sock yarn you say? Yup. And it is so very very soft. A joy to work with on the needles. I think I am in Love. Think Spring in Paris. SHOP ALPACA SOXX here

What's News Right Now

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!

Featured Socks

Sock 1 - Mielle Sock Set


This set is a collection of two patterns, shorty (beginner friendly) and classic (more adventurous), using a common honeycomb like stitch and techniques to celebrate your favorite yarns. The pattern includes modification notes to easily change sock style resulting in many options. These socks are knit from the top down with a classic heel flap and gusset, rounded heel and toe, and allow for variable foot lengths. The instructions are both written and charted.

5 sizes: 1 (XS), 2 (S), 3 (M), 4 (L), 5 (XL)

Shop Sock Yarns here

February

I Heart Socks by Christopher McGovern

To keep us all in the spirit of Valentines Day, here is a lovely, lacey pair of socks to knit. A few Pink/mauve tonals available in MidKnit Cravings Sweet Sock - free pattern on Ravelry

Perfect Newborn Socks by Tabitha Gandee

Perfect Newborn Socks by Tabitha Gandee

And aren't they just perfect? The design can be just ribbing or cabled version. To do them in an easily washed soft acrylic for the new Mum try Sirdar Snuggly 4-ply Just for newborns!

Business Casual

Business Casual by Tanis Lavalee

Giving you an almost faux argyle look. Great in a tonal yarn.


MidKnit Cravings

Think MidKnit Cravings Sweet Sock

or Indulgence Sock 4-ply Free pattern on Ravelry

You Are So Bowtiful

You Are So Bowtiful by Stitchcraft & Wizardry

This is our shortie sock with just a hint of design down the side. change the cuff,
heel & toe colour or make it all the same. You can usually get 2 pairs from one, 100g ball/skein of yarn. Use your favourite speckle or check out

Huasco Sock

Huasco Sock. Lots of contrast colours in Teenie Weenie Wool or Fabel Solids

Spocket Socks

Sprocket Socks by Megan Nodecker

The very cool Sprocket Socks give each colour of your stripes a special depth. I am thinking all about Teenie Weenie Wool for these babies! Go ahead and choose your colours

A Good Plain Sock

Pattern is Sock Recipe: A Good Plain Sock by Stephanie Pearl McPhee (the Yarn Harlot).

 

 

Rose City Rollers


Rose City Rollers by Mary Catherine Bryner

 

 

Hermione


Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder




 

 

Vanilla Latte Socks


Vanilla Latte Socks by Virginia Rose-Jeanes






 

 

Wishbone Socks

Wishbone Socks by Leeanne Lange





 

 

Rye Socks


Rye by tincanknits





 

Pine Tree Socks


Pine Tree Socks by L'oro Unico




 

Skew


Skew by Lana Holden

 

 

 

Itty Bitty Weenie Socks


Itty Bitty Teeny Weenie Socks by Tracy Henwood

 

November

Wishbone Socks by Leeanne Lange

July

Day Off Socks

June

Grocery Girls Socks

May

Skipping Rocks by Lori Wagner

Winter of Remembrance by Annette Derksen

April

Y? by Bridgett Landry

Flying Geese Socks by Yarn & Tacos

March

Galloway by Dana Gervais

Wraptor Socks by Jeny Staiman

February

Valentina by Angelika Grinberg

Indecision Socks by Jennifer Ross

(Knit-a-Longs)

Nov 2/22: Our own Leeanne L. has been working on the Midcoast KAL. Here is her current progress. Looking good Leeanne!











Midcoast Pullover KAL - start date Nov 15 (but you can join in anytime)

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 yarn suggestions for you. Or pop into the shop and we will get you started.

KAL's are free
Yarns are to be purchased from Wool & Silk Co.
Please call the store to sign-up
(519) 925-6194
Shop Frank Shawl Kits here

Featured Projects

Project Idea #11


By: Casapinka
A purchase pattern on Ravelry
The (no need to) Panic sweater was designed for new sweater knitters who have done shawls or other projects but are intimidated to make a sweater. There are long-sleeved instructions and two short sleeved versions.

(no need to panic) - DK Yarn choices

Project Idea #10 Spring series - Dame De Fer - a beautiful lightweight cardigan. Exactly the right thing for spring.


Dam De Fer
By: Marie Amelie Designs

A free pattern on Ravelry

Decorated with an easy-to-work slip stitch pattern, this cardigan will have you dressed for the Eiffel Tower in no time. Inspired by the ironwork that makes up the exquisitely engineered tower, you will work from the top down, seamlessly to have a season-spanning sweater tout de suite. Pattern provided in both charted and written formats.

We are thinking of our new Alpaca Soxx 4-ply for this project. Fingering weight, 70% alpaca, and oh so soft and squishy. You can make socks out of it but why would you? Shop Dame de Fer - Yarn choices

PROJECT IDEA #9 - Carmel Pullover

The Carmel pullover is knitted bottom-up & in the round.
Free pattern by: Berroco Knit Team on Ravelry. Let the bright colors of Summer Sesame do their thing for this simple and bold yoke. Paired with Modern Cotton DK, this sweater is perfect for warmer weather days. Love the 3/4 sleeves!- https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/carmel-5.
Level Advanced beginner - Easier intermediate
Sizes: 32 to 68"
Materials
- check pattern for quantities of main colour depending upon size
- CC1: 1-2 balls of Summer Sesame
- Needles: 3.75mm & 4.5mm varying lengths for neckline, body, sleeves & cuffs
- Gauge: 20sts/28 rows = 4in in stocking stitch with 4.5mm needles

/Carmel Pullover Yarn Choices - Shop Now

PROJECT IDEA #8 - The Boulevard Blanket

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!
An easy K3, P3 repeat pattern creates a subtle striping effect. The name of this pattern is inspired by the beautiful tree lined boulevards of my hometown….Kansas City.
Free pattern by: Fifty Four Ten Studio on Ravelry. Excellent beginner project. Nicer than just plain garter stitch but still fast to knit - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-boulevard-blanket.
Level Beginner
Sizes: Baby to 2XL (6sizes)

Materials
- superbulky yarn
- check pattern for quantities of main colour depending upon size
- Needles: 9.0mm x 32 inches
- Gauge: 18.5sts/14.5 rows = 4in in garter stitch

Superbulky Yarns - Shop Now

PROJECT IDEA #7 - Novice Sweater Junior

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.
Purchase pattern by: PetiteKnit on Ravelry. Excellent beginner project. She used lace weight + fingering + fingering to achieve chunky weight. You can just use a chunky yarn to make the knitting easier. - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/novice-sweater-junior.
Level Advanced beginner
Sizes: 1-2yrs to 12-14yrs
Materials
- check pattern for quantities of main colour depending upon size
- Needles: 5.5mm & 6.0mm varying lengths for neckline, body, sleeves & cuffs
- Gauge: 16sts/21 rows = 4in in stocking stitch

Novice Sweater Junior Yarn Ideas - Shop Now


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