TOSH MERINO LIGHT by Madelinetosh

We are so EXCITED to offer a new line at the boutique for you…MADELINETOSH. All of us have patiently waited and now the fun begins. The second line we are bringing in is TOSH MERINO LIGHT.

Tosh merino light is a 100% superwash merino wool, single-ply fingering weight yarn. With a generous 420 yards per skein, one skein is more than enough yardage to complete a pair of socks and two skeins can complete a full-sized lace project. Each incredibly soft skein is hand-dyed in small dye lots.



Content: 100% superwash merino wool
Length: 420 yards or 384 meters
Gauge: 6.5 to 7.5 sts per inch
Suggested needle size: U.S. size 1-2 needles
Care: machine wash cold, air dry flat

Antler is a cosy every day sweater. Easy to wear with a feminine neckline and nice garter stitch details. Play with color blocking! It is worked top-down in one piece with saddle shoulders and contiguous sleeves. No picked up stitches or sewing is needed. To keep it cosy a wool or wool blend is recommended, which is why we will be making ours with Tosh Merino Light.



Yarn weight: Fingering
Gauge: 22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch
Needle size: US6 - 4.0mm and US4 - 3.5mm
Sizes available: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL

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TOSH DK by Madelinetosh

We are so EXCITED to offer a new line at the boutique for you…MADELINETOSH. All of us have patiently waited and now the fun begins. The first line we are bringing in is TOSH DK.

Tosh DK is a 100% superwash merino wool, available in all of Madelinetosh's luscious glazed solid colorways, with a generous 225 yards per skein. Working up at a versatile light-worsted gauge, Tosh DK is perfect for sweater and accessory projects. Each squishy soft skein is hand-dyed in small dye lots and machine washable.



Content: 100% superwash merino wool
Length: 225 yards / 206 meters
Gauge: 20 – 22 sts / 4 inches
Suggested needle size: US size 6-7
Care: machine wash cold, air dry flat

We have our eyes on the Lucy Hat by Carina Spencer. We think this would knit up great with the Tosh DK. A women’s vintage style cloche featuring a short row, fold-over brim and woven, contrast band.



Yarn weight: Worsted
Gauge: 20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in stockinette
Needle size: US6 - 4.0mm
Sizes available: 20 (22)"

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Road To China Light by The Fibre Co.

Road to China Light is a 3-ply strong, soft, shiny and drapey yarn with a lot of body perfect for luxurious, soft and warm items. The unique blend of fibers are spun into a smooth yarn and then kettle dyed, and the different way the fibers absorb the dye creates a beautiful depth of color with subtle heathered tones.



SPECIFICATIONS
65% baby alpaca, 15% silk, 10% camel + 10% cashmere
159 yds/50 gram skein
24-26 sts = 4 inches on US 3-4 Needle

New to our pattern selection is Quince & Co. We are excited to use the Road To China Light for Mainline by Tess Young.



Mainline is all about texture and shape. A simple textured edge to avoid curl, and a raised main stitch; the crescent shaped will hug you around the neck and shoulders.

It is knitted lengthwise from the bottom up which does mean a bit of a mammoth cast on, but if you use markers you can place them each repeat as you cast on, which helps you keep track and not have to count lots of stitches.

Once established, the main pattern is easy to follow from reading your knitting on both right and wrong side and the knitting speeds along. By the time you reach the first set of decreases you’re over half way through your project.

The pattern contains both written and charted instructions and the scarf comprises 18 repeats of the pattern section. You can easily add more sections if you want a longer/wider scarf.

Finished measurements
37 ½” 95 cm wingspan across top edge and 6 ½” 16.5 cm long at points
• One 32” circular needle (circ) in size US 5 3.75 mm
Or size to obtain gauge
• Stitch markers (m)
• Tapestry needle

Gauge
36 sts and 34 rows = 4” 10 cm in twisted stitch pattern,
before blocking
27 sts and 35 rows = 4” 10 cm in twisted stitch pattern,
after blocking.

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BERROCO INCA® TWEED

Inca Tweed is a lofty, thick-and-thin 2 ply that knits up quickly for cozy garments and accessories.



Hank Weight: 3.5 oz / 100 g
Hank Length: 153 yds / 140 m
Knitting Gauge: 14 sts & 20 rows = 4" (10cm)
Needle Size: 10(US) / 6 mm
Crochet Gauge: 12 sc & 15 rows = 4" (10cm)
Hook Size: 10.5-K(US) / 6.5 mm
Yarn Fiber: 50% Wool 30% Alpaca 14% Acrylic 6% Rayon / Viscose
Yarn Wash Info: Hand wash. Lay flat to dry.

Designer Norah Gaughan has out did herself again. Tipperary, a stunning, easy to knit lace motif is worked all over this beautiful shawl. This is the perfect project to knit up with Berroco's Inca Tweed.



Pattern Booklet: Norah Gaughan, vol. 15
Skill Level: Intermediate
Project Type: Shawls/Wraps
Designer: Norah Gaughan

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YBD Knit Club

Members will meet on Saturday, October 4, 10:30-12:00pm and begin working on their first project, Twig by Tiny Owl Knits. This simple, rustic, earthy, cozy cowl with a feather soft inner lining will keep the breeze off of the neck on chilly days. It was agreed to start with this lined cowl.  Looking at its pattern, some members thought that it could be reversible.  Others decided to change it by selecting yarns which have a different gauge and perhaps knit both the outer portion with the lining simultaneously.  Members realized all is possible “if you do the math.”


© lizzie carter


© lizzie carter

Several techniques will be reviewed or learned while working this project.  Other possible future projects could include holiday decorations, vests and wraps.

Club membership is $120 for 6 months. Members will receive 20% off the yarn needed for the project and 10% off on purchases the day of the club.

Pre-registration is required, space is limited. Call today!

Progressive Needles KAL

Beginning on October 2nd and running throughout the month, the Progressive Needles Knit-Along continues with a fabulous HiKoo® Simplinatural cowl design from Michelle Hunter.

This unique mystery design is the perfect showcase for Simplinatural's exquisite softness and superior stitch definition.

Stop by the boutique to choose your color and recieve 10% off SimpliNatural by HiKoo (Sept 27 - Oct 3). Additional KAL details, forms, and rules, can be found here.


© Skacel Collection, Inc.

Sizes:
Small: 1 skein = cowl up to 20″ circumference. Medium: 2 skeins = cowl up to 40″ circumference. Large: 3 skeins = cowl up to 60″ circumference.

Materials:
• Simplinatural by HiKoo® - 1 (2, 3) hanks.
• US #8 (5mm) circular needle 16 (24-40)” or size needed to obtain gauge.
• Cable needle
• Markers

Gauge:
18 sts = 4″ in stockinette.