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This past winter, I designed a new set of variegated yarns to work together as a rainbow. I named them after native New England plants because I’m one of those people that like to identify “weeds” when I’m walking in the woods. The spring vending season severely depleted my stock and they’ve finally made it to the webshop! They’re available individually (some on my Sparkle Sock base) and in 480-yard or 750-yard sets.
Connected is named for what you see when you look at it: a chain of triangles, each one touching the next, cascading in scarlet down the front of a heather grey tank.
It’s worked bottom-up and seamed, in cashmere lace held at fingering weight. The colorwork sits stranded across the chest, and you finish it off with an I-cord bind-off along the hem instead of a plain edge.
Fit is close. Give it 0 to 2 inches of negative ease and let the fabric skim instead of hang. Eleven sizes cover a 28 to 64 inch bust, so there’s room to actually get the fit right.
Wear it on its own in the heat, or layer it under something with sleeves once the sun drops. Either way, that scarlet chain down the front does the talking.
This week it’s the Pattern of the Week: 60% off with code TPoF-PoTW-conweb (retail $12, sale $4.80).
Some yarns are simply beautiful… and then there’s Luxe Bamboo! I’m so excited to finally share this gorgeous new yarn base with you!
Milled from a luxurious blend of fine Superwash Merino wool and bamboo viscose, Luxe Bamboo is every bit as dreamy as it sounds. Available in fingering and DK weights, this yarn will surprise and delight knitters and crocheters alike. It has an incredible silky luster, beautiful drape, and a buttery-soft feel that glides effortlessly through your hands. If you’ve been dreaming of making lightweight sweater, a light tee, flowing shawls, or garments you’ll reach for again and again, this is the yarn you’ve been waiting for. Think timeless pieces with graceful movement and a touch of everyday luxury. Characteristics of bamboo blended yarns include:
– Softness and comfort: Bamboo yarn is incredibly soft, often compared to silk or cashmere, making it gentle on the skin and ideal for garments worn close to the body.
– Breathability and temperature regulation: Bamboo fibers allow air to circulate, helping to regulate body temperature. This makes bamboo yarn suitable for warm-weather clothing and activewear,
– Moisture-wicking: Bamboo yarn effectively draws moisture away from the skin, keeping the wearer dry during physical activity or in humid conditions
– Hypoallergenic: Bamboo yarn is gentle on sensitive skin and suitable for individuals with allergies, making it a preferred choice for baby products and innerwear
– Sustainability: Bamboo grows rapidly without pesticides or fertilizers and requires minimal water, making it one of the most environmentally friendly and renewable plant resources.
– Versatility: Bamboo yarn can be used in a wide range of projects.
Each skein has been lovingly hand dyed in a colorful palette, ready to become something truly special. I can’t wait to see what you create with Luxe Bamboo! 💕
For a limited time, enjoy a rare 25% savings on select styling tools from the Ainu Collection at JULdesigns.com!
This striking collection features the powerful Siknoka (“eye”) motif, a sacred geometry historically embroidered by Ainu women onto traditional Atush robes to grant the wearer the power to see and ward off malevolent forces. By incorporating these rich, symbolic accents into your latest shawl, cardigan, or cowl, you do more than secure a garment; you carry forward a stunning, ancient visual vocabulary of personal protection and creative expression.
Choose from:
•Ainu Kotan Stud Buttons & Latches
•Ainu Sik Noka Latch
•Ainu Ram Noka Stud Buttons & Latches
Whether you choose a versatile three-piece stud button set or a statement latch, these pieces offer endless styling options for your handmade wardrobe.
Shop the Ainu Collection today at JULdesigns.com to claim your 25% discount, automatically applied at checkout!
Our adorable Garden Quilt Mini Kits has a restock order just in. Check out this adorable little kit. It has everything you need, the canvas, the wool, the needles. Just bring your passion for needlepoint and you’re all set!
🎉 HEADS UP! NEW CARDS DROPPING!
Looking for the perfect card for the knitter, crocheter, spinner, weaver, or fibre enthusiast in your life? I’ve just added a fresh collection of adorable birthday and everyday greeting cards to the Knitporium. All designs are original and created by yours truly… never by AI.
Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, sending a little encouragement, or just saying hello, these fibre-themed designs are sure to bring a smile.
Still on sale: My Perfect Card + Sticker Gift Combo is 25% OFF for a limited time! It’s an easy, thoughtful gift that’s ready to send or tuck into a project bag.
Shop the new collection and grab your favourites before they’re gone!
It’s beach season here in New England and I’ve stocked several of my favorite ocean/beach-themed yarns. Quahog State of Mind is included, previously only available at Rhode Island events!
Your favorite pieces from our Celtic Collection just got a major upgrade! While you already love these classic Celtic motifs, we are so excited to offer latch add-ons and leather shawl cuff components that completely expand how you can mix, match, and style them.
Now, you can easily transform your existing pieces or build a completely custom closure for cardigans, oversized shawls, and heavy knits or crocheted items. Here are a few ways to style the new look:
•Create a custom look by pairing a stud latch with the Illuminated Ampersand with Lion and Rabbit Stud Buttons (you’ll need two buttons from the set of three to create this style).
•Go bold by pairing a large-scale stud latch with two Illuminated A with Dog and Bird Stud Brooches (sold singly, so grab two to recreate this look).
•Try a classic setup by pairing a small-scale stud latch with the Illuminated O with Two Dogs in a Knot Stud Buttons (sold in a set of three, using two for the latch).
Pick your favorite Celtic design and pair it with a new latch add-on component or a shawl cuff leather strap to extend your styling options. Check out the new possibilities at juldesigns.com!
Māia means courage. The kind you knit into something, then wear out the door on a hot day with your shoulders bare, feeling a little bolder than you did yesterday.
It’s a sleeveless summer top worked on the bias, so the stripes run diagonally and converge as you go. Mesh panels open the fabric up and let the air move through, which is the whole point in July. Knit flat in fingering-weight Merino, with a boat neckline and a fitted shape through the body. Sizes XS to XL.
This week it’s my Pattern of the Week: 60% off with code TPoF-PoTW-maiweb, $12 down to $4.80 on Ravelry.
Huespun is ONE! I can’t share a slice of cake, but I can offer you a box of birthday goodies, including a full skein and two minis in SW fingering Merino, all inspired by the lovely purples, cream, and sage green in my naturally-dyed, garden-decorated cake.
Thanks to everyone who made this a great first year!
