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Showing posts with label swans island. Show all posts
Showing posts with label swans island. Show all posts

Friday, November 30, 2018

Swan's Island Sterling Fingering

This Sterling Fingering yarn from Swan's Island is sort of breathtaking. It's 85% merino, which is luxurious and lustrous, and 15% naturally black alpaca, which gives it a smokey look. Take a look at these shades.

The jewel tones all play really nicely together. I love the Zara Hat and Mitts Set, and I think you can make three whole sets with three colors of yarn.
Pic borrowed from Swan's Island website.
Look at the Newbury Scarf. Five colors and so much drapey scarf goodness.
Pic borrowed from Swan's Island website.
I really love the muted color palette and stylish patterns they've developed for this yarn, and the dark undertones are really appealing. I think I might need some of this for a hat sooner than later. Time to chose my favorite color!

Thursday, August 31, 2017

Swans Island Inspiration

I was poking around Ravelry recently, and I came upon a slew of patterns for the beautiful Swans Island All American Collection sport weight yarn that has been gracing our shelves for some time. I know we had a trunk show at one point, but I don't think we had all of these gorgeous sweaters. Take a look at the awesome colors we have in stock and the amazing designs!
The one up top is Bridget, and then Erika, Ingrid, Simone, Sonja, and Ella.
 



If you love colorwork, these beauties might be calling your name. We are happy to help you buy the patterns when you come into the shop to see us. We have a great range of colors right now, so pop in and see what inspires you!

All pics borrowed from the Ravelry pattern pages.

Monday, July 17, 2017

Eye Candy

My week has started with a whirlwind! How about you all? I'm hoping to squeeze in a little calming knitting this evening to soothe my soul. In the meantime, here's a lovely hat and some pretty Swans Island yarn for your viewing pleasure.

Monday, April 25, 2016

Eye Candy


We are so excited to welcome Swans Island All American Sport Weight into our midst. This gorgeous yarn is going to be a favorite, I can already tell. We have a slew of lovely shades and several patterns. More soon. I have to go ogle just a little longer.