Knit-Alongs

May 2012 Knit-Along

Begins May 3rd, 2012 – runs 5 weeks
(Thursday evenings 6:00 – 9:00pm)

Join us for our next Knit-Along beginning May 3rd featuring four beautiful knits for spring and summer. Because we won’t be running knit-alongs in June and July, we’re providing 4 options this time rather than our usual three and the KAL will run  5 weeks instead of 4 giving many of you time to take on more than one project!

(Photos [clockwise]): Julie Hoover, Emma Fassio, Julie Weisenberger, Hiroko)

Décalage by Julie Hoover is aptly described by the designer as both modern and stylish. Knit using two colours each of Habu’s fine merino and silk stainless steel, this scarf is an exquisite study in colour blending and texture. We have many colours of both of these yarns in stock with more arriving soon! Pattern available for purchase in store.

Azzu’s Shawl by Emma Fassio is a long slim shawl with a light summery feel. Knit top-down – it’s worked from the center back outwards. Because of it’s ample length this piece can also be twisted and tied around the neck and worn as a scarf.  Great yarn options for this one include Habu Textile’s Tsumugi Silk (100% Silk), Silver Label Mulberry Silk from Tanis Fiber Arts (100% Silk), or Handmaiden’s Sea Silk (70% Silk / 30% Seacell)! All are available in store. Pattern available for free on Ravelry.

Weekend Wrap by Julie Weisenberger is a surprisingly elegant vest / wrap which really can be completed in a weekend. Knit with 12 mm needles, the effect is lacy without the need for yarnovers and pattern repeats. Throw this over a t-shirt, tunic, or blouse and wait for the compliments! We knit ours using Berroco’s Seduce - a breathable mix of silk, linen, rayon and nylon. Pattern available for purchase online.

New York Cardigan by Erin Harper is a lightweight, versatile cardigan designed to be worn over a tee or camisole making it a perfect layering piece for spring and summer.  The main body is knit from the top down with lace panels knit separately and sewn on to complete the front. We knit our store sample with Tonos Pima Silk from Misti Alpaca – an incredibly soft blend of cotton and silk in a DK weight. Pattern available for purchase in store.

Previous Knit-Alongs

March 2012

(Photos: Churchmouse Yarns & Teas / Ysolda Teague / Mary Annarella)

Easy Folded Poncho by Churchmouse Yarns and Teas is a classic yet casual piece which is easy to knit and perfect for layering through early spring days and cool summer evenings. Ishbel by Ysolda Teague is a beautiful lace shawl which begins simply with a solid stockinette centre and is then edged with a lovely vine pattern and scalloped points. Simplicity Cardigan by Mary Annarella is a luxurious lightweight cardigan with longer fronts that can be worn open or tied loosely in front.

February 2012

State Street Cowl by Pam Allen is a great piece which can be worn worn down over the shoulders or as a traditional cowl perfect for braving the elements. Chevron Colour Block Blanket by Espace Tricot is a luxurious throw knit using 4 shades of Cascade Eco Cloud – a soft 70% merino / 30% alpaca blend.  Astor by Norah Gaughan is a gorgeous cardigan with a stunning cabled front.  It is designed to be somewhat oversized and features shortened sleeves and deep pockets.

January 2012

Flair by Wendy Bernard, is a great top-down cardigan with subtle flaring in the body and sleeves. Hawthorne by Susanna IC is a stunning and versatile shawl / wrap / scarf which is knitted in one piece beginning with the lace edge. Shaelyn by Leila Raabe is a beautiful top-down, center-out triangular shawl easy enough for beginner lace knitters.

November 2011

The fisherman-inspired Guernsey Wrap and the luxuriously textured Umaro wool throw by Jared Flood (patterns available in store). Alicia Plummer’s simple yet stunning Shaw Hill capelet (free pattern).

October 2011

The quick and cosy Kerr Hat and Cowl by Cirilia Rose and Andra Asars (free pattern!), Tante Ehm’s elegant Milanese Loop and Lace Topper (also free!), or the soft and luxurious Monkey Bread Hat and Scarf by Anne Hanson (pattern available in-store).

September 2011

Simple and casual poncho / sweater Square Peg by Jamie Thomas (pattern available for purchase online), Hanna Leväniemi’s cosy cowl Stripes to Keep me Warm (pattern available free online), or the elegant Everyday Wrap by Cocoknits (pattern available free online).

July 2011

The simple and casual Sparrow by Pam Allen (pattern available online from Twist Collective), Kertzer’s perfect summer market bag S123 (pattern available free online), or the beautifully elegant Gretel by Cocoknits (pattern available in-store – store sample done in Louet Euroflax linen for less transparency).

June 2011

The relaxed Eyelet Ease by Lana Hames (pattern available in-store), Garnstudio’s beautiful Jacket in Lin (pattern available free online), or the Cool Hemp Ponchette by LanaKnits Designs (pattern available in-store).

April 2011

Pam Allen’s simple and understated Classic Silk Open Cardi (pattern booklet available in-store), the beautiful Cedar Leaf Shawlette by Alana Dakos (pattern available in-store), or Amy Swensons lacy cap-sleeve cardi Watershed - and join us for 4 consecutive Thursday evenings of fun, creativity, and support!

March 2011

Loredana Gianferri’s beautiful I want you shawl, Jared Flood’s (Brookyn Tweed) stunning Celes, or the elegant Emily Shawl by Mandy Moore.

January 2011

Projects for our next Knit-Along have finally been chosen and we are busily knitting up the samples. After the flurry of holiday gift knitting has passed, why not settle into working up something cozy for yourself? Try Anne Hanson’s Hypoteneuse (scarf or wap version), the easy sideways-knit Elysium by TroubleDog Design, or the classic but modern Textured Shawl by Orlane Designs.

October 2010

Lacy and warm Fresco Basket Whip Cowl, the simple and trendy 5th Avenue Infinity Scarf, or the the classic but modern Pfeiffer Falls Hooded Scarf.