Saturday, March 24, 2012

NEW Berroco Weekend Chunky



Berroco Weekend Chunky $6.97
New to Knit-O-Matic, Berroco Weekend Chunky is a great summer bulky weight yarn. It is soft, easy to work with, machine washable, and ever so affordable. Made in Peru, it is a blend of Cotton and Acrylic (but not the icky stuff, just the happy variety), which makes it a lot lighter and bouncier than regular cottons. 

  • knitting gauge: 13 sts & 18 rows on 6.5mm needles  (3.25 sts/inch)
  • crochet gauge: 11sc & 14 rows with 6mm/J hook (2.75sc/inch)
  • 100g/110m

Schwann



Emmaline
  • free pattern
  • 4 to 9 skeins  Berroco Weekend Chunky 
  • 7mm double pointed needles
  • 7mm circular needles: 16", 24" & 29" 
  • you can also use 6.5mm needles (same lengths as above)


Walcott


Benson



Knik



Coromuel



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Friday, March 23, 2012

New Books


The Principles of Knitting  $49.97
Methods and techniques of hand knitting. The Bible is back in print! This may be the most thorough reference book on knitting published (712 pages).  It has been completely revised and updated (apparently the publisher lost the original documents and June had to hand type the whole thing out from scratch). Read a review HERE. The illustrations are in two colours, but the pictures are in black and white - I imagine that with a tome this size the cost of colour photos would jack the retail price way up. My only criticism is that physically the book resembles a first year anthropology textbook, but it's ok is it's low on sizzle because it's most definitely100% steak.


Aran Knits $28.99
23 contemporary designs using classic cable patterns, by Martin Storey (Rowan yarns). These projects are so beautiful, it's a real shame the publisher hasn't bothered top upload the pictures to Ravelry. Martin Storey has been designing for Rowan Yarn for decades, and his style is generally classic, elegant and wearable. Projects include hats, gloves, socks, vests, shrugs, scarves, a bag, and of course several sweaters. The patterns are generally for women, but there are a few for men included too.  Beautiful.


A Handknit Romance $29.95
22 vintage designs from Jennie Atkinson (Romantic Style, Rowan Magazine. Sooo pretty!  If you like lace, you are going to be very pleased. Projects are varied, and range from small to larger projects: gloves, stockings, sachets, shrug, camisole, bag, coin purse, scarf, dress, shirts, and sweaters.


Knits for Nerds $19.99
30 project for science fiction, comic books, fantasy. You don't have to be a nerd to enjoy these patterns. I LOVE the princess Leia getup (note, with THREE hair style options)! Some of my favourites include Hobbit Feet, Horrible Gloves (who doesn't love Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog?! Check it out on Netflix or iTunes), Star Trek Mini-Dress (it's actually a great, simple dress or tunic), Robot (I think it was supposed to be a Cyberman from Dr. Who, but it's much cuter), and Raj's Sweater Vest from The Big Bang Theory.


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Thursday, March 22, 2012

New Craft Stuff: Weave, Felt, Spin & Darn!



Some cool new stuff has been arriving for weaving, spinning, and needle felting!

Martha Stewart Knit & Weave Loom Kit $54.97
Compact enough to take anywhere, the Knit & Weave Loom Kit makes knitting and weaving easy for both beginners and pros. Use the included instructions to create scarves, hats, blankets, and crafts, or explore other possibilities on your own. Includes instructions for a hat, scarf, and blanket. There are also a multitude of Loom Knit and Woven on the Lionbrand website. Watch an Instructional Video on Youtube. 

30+ configurations:Weaving loom - makes woven squares 1.5in to 13.5in wide and rectangles 1.5 in to 25.5in wide.
Round loom - makes circular knit pieces 13.5in to 14in in circumference.
Rake loom - makes flat knit pieces 4in to 37in wide.
Rosette loom - makes a rosette approximately 2in in diameter.

Knit & Weave Loom Knit includes:(2) 36-hole straight pieces, (2) 28-hole semi-circle pieces, (4) 12-hole straight pieces, (2) 10-hole U-shaped pieces, (4) 6-hole straight pieces, (4) 6-hole corner pieces, 206 small-gauge pegs, 104 large-gauge pegs, knitting tool, weaving tool, crochet hook, small and large yarn needles, instruction booklet (English, Français, Español)  



Lionbrand Knitting Spool  $9.97
This charming lacquered wood spool knitter (also called a French knitter) is a delightful and entertaining craft tool for children. Using a spool knitter (essentially a very small round knitting loom), you can produce a variety of items. Includes spool, instructions, and needle. *Color of knitting spool may vary*


Needle Felting Kit  $21.97
Everything you need to start needle felting! Kit includes felting needles, 100% wool fibre (colours vary), re-useable foam pad.



Lacis Darning Egg  $5.97
100% Wood,  for darning/mending hand made socks.  



Fleece Artist Merino Sliver  $8.97
Perfect for felting and spinning. 100% Merino wool, 50g. 



Lacis Drop Soundle $13.97
The most basic and universal of all spinning devices. Kit comes with instructions. Download a FREE e-book from Spinning Daily - Drop Spindle Spinning: Learn How to Spin with Drop Spindles. 



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Wednesday, March 21, 2012

New Books from Ysolda Teague & Westknits!

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