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Colour to Brighten Your Day
We're so happy to have back in stock SweetGeorgia's Essential Colours Mini-Mini Sets. Each of the 12 "skeinettes" in SG's Tough Love Sock base has 50-52 yards, for a total of at least 600 yards of rainbow hued yarn.
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Plain and Simple: 11 Knits to Wear Everyday
We can't wait for the release of Pam Allen's new book, Plain and Simple--nine sweaters and two accessories designed in the natural undyed shades of one of our favourite yarns--Quince & Co. Owl.
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The Tiniest Interchangeable Kit in the Knitting World
We're very excited about our newest knitting tool--the ChiaoGoo Twist Mini 5" is the smallest available interchangeable needle kit.
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Rainbow Fields Baby Blanket
Incredibly fun and colourful baby blanket, Rainbow Fields designed by Tabetha Hedrick, with Sweet Georgia Prismatic Mini-Mini Set!!
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Dohne Knitted Shawl
Latest knitted shawl at the shop.... Dohne, designed by Gretha Mensen, with two strands held together of Drops Design Puna and Rowan Yarns Kidsilk Haze This combination of yarns truly makes this lovely lace shawl extra cozy!
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Colours of Venice
Coming soon--Colours of Venice. We've ordered Franziska Uhl's newest collection of hand-dyed yarn, inspired by her trip to Venice.
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Winter Sale Starts This Weekend
Our week-long Winter Sale begins this Saturday, January 13 and ends on Friday, January 19. The shop will be open with regular hours: 11 am to 6 pm Monday through Saturday and 12 noon to 5 pm on Sunday.
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Walk on the Beach in Woollens
We had a lovely walk on the beach to celebrate the New Year. We wrapped up in our hand knit woollens 'cause it was cold by the water (but apparently not too cold to deter the 1700+ Polar Bear swimmers who took a quick dip in the 6°C water).
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New Year's Day on the Beach
We had a lovely walk on the beach to celebrate the New Year. The Girl wore her new sweater and leg warmers. See you back at the shop on January 8.
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Layering for Winter
Elizabeth Smith's newest pattern, Alanis, is the perfect layering piece for Vancouver winters. It's an easy knit with just enough detail to keep it interesting (we love the I-cord edging and contrast colour pocket lining).
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Happy Holidays 2017
To all our fibre friends, the TBF Family sends best wishes for a joyful holiday season and a New Year filled with peace, health and happiness.
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Best Wishes for the Holiday Season
To all our fibre friends, the TBF Family sends best wishes for a joyful holiday season and a New Year filled with peace, health and happiness.
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Locally Made Knitters Bags
Locally made knitting bags from reassigned decorator samples. These bags are full of pockets and compartments for all your knitting needs!
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The Conversationalist
Colder weather is in the forecast--maybe even a bit of snow for Christmas! It's the perfect time for a hand-knit hat, and our current favourite is The Conversationalist.
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Shorties Hat
"Declare that love with this cosy hat, designed for wooly comfort in cold weather. Featuring sheep and shepherd's plaid, it will definitely suit ewe!" Shorties hat designed by Ann Singstone with Drops Design Puna!
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Alterknit Stitch Dictionary: 200 Modern Knitting Motifs
A great gift for knitters this Christmas - Alterknit Stitch Dictionary: 200 Modern Knitting Motifs by Andrea Rangel knits!
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Joy
Joy is a boat-neck pullover from local designer Raquel Oliviera's newest pattern book, Luz.
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Best Machine Made Socks
The Best Machine-Made Socks on the Planet - back in stock for the season!
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A Quick and Cozy Cap
We love the newest free pattern from Churchmouse Yarns and Teas. What could be better than two of our favourite yarns (Rowan Felted Tweed and Kidsilk Haze) knit in alternating stripes.
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The Best Machine-Made Socks on the Planet!
Our favourite Canadian-made socks are back in stock. Thermohair regular and anklet styles are available in natural white, heathered grey and black in a variety of sizes.
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