NEW - The Knitter's Year by Debbie Bliss

The Knitter's Year by Debbie Bliss

The latest great new book by Debbie Bliss just landed, "The Knitter's Year: 52 Make-in-a-Week Projects, Quick Gifts and Seasonal Knits"!  As the title suggestes it's a bunch of small projects that you can make in under a week and will leave you with a great sense of satisfaction.  Some of the projects are as small as a floral corsage, and go up to as large as a pair of socks. Other fun projects include cushions, flower pot cozies, booties, clothes pin bag, bags, votive candle covers, gloves, pencil case, sachets, a simple baby cardie, sewing needle case, a beret, baby hat, Christmas ornaments, Christmas stocking, scarves, hot water bottle cover, slippers, PDA cozy, pincushion, draft stopper, mug cozy, tea cozy (matching the mug, of course!), handwarmers, flags, pot holders, clothes hanger, a belt, bead necklace, washcloth, and a basket. The patterns are sorted by season, keeping things thematic. I don't want to spoil the ending for you, but a good time was had by all. 

New - Debbie Bliss Magazine Fall/Winter 2010!

Debbie Bliss Knitting Magazine Fall/Winter 2010

The new Debbie Bliss Magazine has arrived!  Like it's predecessors, it's a mix of old goodies & new patterns, and of course all are beautiful. Unfortunately, there aren't any 'official' websites showing off the magazine, but I've managed to cull a good sampling.  Among the newbies is the "Scottish Eccentrics", full of beautiful colourwork. There are another 2 sections of newbies, one Holiday related and the other casual sweaters - but you'll just have to pick up a copy to see for yourself.  As for some of the golden oldies (not all of them), see below:

New - Debbie Bliss Magazine Fall/Winter 2010!

Debbie Bliss Knitting Magazine Fall/Winter 2010

The new Debbie Bliss Magazine has arrived!  Like it's predecessors, it's a mix of old goodies & new patterns, and of course all are beautiful. Unfortunately, there aren't any 'official' websites showing off the magazine, but I've managed to cull a good sampling.  Among the newbies is the "Scottish Eccentrics", full of beautiful colourwork. There are another 2 sections of newbies, one Holiday related and the other casual sweaters - but you'll just have to pick up a copy to see for yourself.  As for some of the golden oldies (not all of them), see below:

NEW Fall 2010 Interweave Crochet Magazine!

Interweave Crochet Fall 2010

The new Fall 2010 issue of Interweave Crochet has arrived!  There are some really nice sweaters in this issue, and don't forget to check out the FREE (limited time only) Blue Ridge Hoodie!

Sangria Cardigan & Sage Jacket

    

Acorn Hat & Pink Cosmos Coat

  

FREE (limited time only) Blue Ridge Hoodie & Sugar Maple Shawl

 Picture Frame from the Chain Reaction Afghan Project & Autumn Rose Pullover

New Vogue Knitting Fall 2010!

Fall 2010 Vogue Knitting Magazine

The new fall issue of Vogue Knitting has arrived!  Don't be dissuaded by some of the distracting patterns in this edition, because there are some really nice pieces in this issue!  There are several gorgeous numbers in the "Force of Nature"  section, several beautiful sock patterns in "Steppin in Style", a Rebecca Taylor Vest, a fabulous coat by Project Runway winner Irina Shabayeva, and some really lovely lace in "Ethereal Girl".  There is also a good article on customized yokes for making seamless sweaters byt Meg Swansen.

    

Force of Nature

Rebecca Taylor  & Irina Shabayeva 

  

Ethereal Girl & Steppin in Style

  

Steppin in Style

  

London Calling

New and Beautiful - Manos Maxima Merino!

Manos Maxima $13.50

New and Lurvly, Manos Maxima has landed!  Maxima is worsted weight (18 sts on 4.5mm needles), very soft and lofty single ply, 100% merino, in several hand-painted colours! It's also a deal, only $13.50 for 100g/200m ($4 less than Malabrigo Merino Worsted)!

Take a peek and see what people are making with Maxima on Ravelry!

Fall 2010 Class Schedule!

Our new Fall 2010 Class Schedule is up!

New Book: Knitting 24/7 by Veronik Avery

Knitting 24/7 by Veronik Avery

Check out Veronik Avery's great new book, Knitting 24/7!  It is full of great patterns, mostly small and medium sized projects for hats, gloves, mitts, scarves, shawls, bags, slippers, a headband, a tea cozy, a bookmark, a pillow, a vest, and a nice pullover. In other words, it's a book you'll use - frequently!

You can also download a FREE pattern from the book for the Cabled Beret. 

New Interweave Knits (Fall 2010)

The new Fall 2010 issue of Interweave Knits has arrived!  Preview it HERE (it's a goody!)

Closed Monday August 2nd

We are closed Monday August 2nd for the Simcoe Day holiday - see you Tuesday!

Mid-July Update

The Mid-July Update Newsletter is up! http://campaigns.ratepoint.com/campaigns/a7fdb3e80a95441abd4027a12ee416f5

Contents Include:

• Stitch 'N Pitch
• Yarn Swap
• Summer Sale
• Upcoming Classes

NEW! Knitting Mochimochi!

Knitting Mochimochi: 20 Super-Cute Strange Designs for Knitted Amigurumi $23.99

By Anna Hrachovec

If you aren't already familiar with Mochimochi, you're due.  Before the book, there was Mochimochi Land, and now you can take it home with you! These toys are so cute you'll start stocking up on safety eyes.  And they are all knitted, so if you don't crochet or don't want to, you are in luck! Check out an interview with the author on Kathryn Ivy.

New Book: New England Knits!

New England Knits  $24.95

by Cecily Glowik MacDonald and Melissa LaBarre  

This is a great new book from Interweave Press, full of classic shapes and looks that are still interesting to knit and wear. There are a variety of skill levels, some patterns are easier and some a little more involved, but all are lovely! 

New Book: Design It, Knit It Babies by Debbie Bliss

Design It, Knit It Babies by Debbie Bliss $31.95 (hardcover)

"Design It, Knit It Babies" is the follow-up to Debbie Bliss's great adult book "Design It, Knit It".  It comes with all of her knowledge and experience, but this time specializes in knits for babies. Each chapter comes with 2 patterns for all kinds for baby knits (cardies, blankets, jackets, pullovers, dresses, itts, scarf, beret, and legwarmers). Additionally, it includes knitter's graph paper, alphabet charts and nursery motif charts. There are even pictures at the back you can use to make hand made tags for your gifts! A great resource for sure!

Misty by Kim Hargreaves

Check out this great new book,  Misty: In Light and Shade by Kim Hargreaves! Kim's patterns are always stunning and wearable.