Why We Love Rowan Felted Tweed

Rowan Felted Tweed made its debut in 2002 with just 12 shades. Today, 21 years later, it has stood the test of time as a yarn with the perfect combination of texture, softness, colour choice and durability.

Icelandic Sweater Class

Check out our Icelandic Sweater Class beginning September 19. Registration is by telephone (604-874-9665) or in person at the shop. ​

The Alaska Hat - a Virtual Knitting Class

Due to COVID we have sadly had to suspend our in-person knitting and crochet classes. However, we just posted our first virtual knitting class, The Alaska Hat , and, hey, the upside is you can join even if you don't live in Vancouver!

Marie Wallin Knits Lovage Colourwork

Miles of peaceful knitting before the exciting colourwork. Marie Wallin Knits Lovage.

Birds and Bikes in Tukuwool Fingering

We’re hosting a trunk show of garments by local designer Plucky Pigeon Knits Caitlin Shepherd. Stop by and see her beautiful colourwork sweaters and hats. We love them all! Today’s photos are the fabulous Birds and Bikes in Tukuwool Fingering.

Another Sweater Almost Off The Needles

A Norwegian Sweater

​Setesdalish almost finished! ​

Worsted Superwash Merino Wool Rain City Knits

Worsted Superwash Merino Wool Rain City Knits! Yarnageddon - I suspect that capturing these colours may be more than I can realistically my camera phone. They are truly fluorescent, especially the yellow and pink.

Cross Stitch Inspired Knitting

We love this colourwork cowl/headband patterned from Traditional Basque bed covers. San Telmo uses Drops Alpaca knit in a tube and grafted together to create a snug neck warmer.

Hats Hats Hats

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Fox Paws

We're in love with Xandy Peters' ingenious Fox Paws rectangular wrap. Using only increases and decreases, stripes are shaped into waves creating a finished wrap that is stretchy and drapery.