SHOP UPDATE we’ve got NEUTRALS!
I noticed a few of you commented on wanting more neutrals in the recent survey and, as I aim to please 😉, am introducing a lighter weight in neutral Ochre gold and restocked Copper, the hue of a lightly tarnished penny. [Above from left – Beyul Steppe, Islington Mustard, new Ochre, and Sulphur.] There are an array … Continue reading SHOP UPDATE we’ve got NEUTRALS!
Special edition avocado-dyed Islington – today!
Here is another Kettle Krew mailing list exclusive! I’ve naturally dyed a special-edition batch of 10 skeins of Islington – British Bluefaced Leicester / Silk fingering – with avocado this time! Live on the shop tonight – these naturally-dyed beauties go on sale today at 6pm GMT for all Kettle Krew subscribers ONLY! If you’ve not yet … Continue reading Special edition avocado-dyed Islington – today!
SHOP UPDATE classic sophistication…with a twist!
This week’s update sees Islington Bluefaced Leicester / Silk neutrals restocked and a few new goodies! If you’ve been waiting for an ombré of warm browns like Nutkin, Squirrelly and Light Squirrelly, now is your chance! [Above from left – Nutkin, Squirrelly and Light Squirrelly] Edinburgh Yarn Festival’s Wool Tribe 2017 – The Festival Companion Magazine … Continue reading SHOP UPDATE classic sophistication…with a twist!
First shop update of 2017! Are you ready?
Welcome to a fresh new year! Are we all ready for some new and improved making in the new year? I’ve spent a bit of time over my break swatching and dreaming of new projects and designs and hope to bring some of them to you soon. [Above are three new hues from last year – … Continue reading First shop update of 2017! Are you ready?
Xmas Grainline Farrow
I ordered Graineline’s new Farrow dress pattern from Fabric Godmother a few days before Xmas. It arrived a couple days later and I couldn’t help cracking it open and immediately tracing out the pattern! I made a quick Muslim toile of the bodice and made my ‘wearable toile’ in some thick Cupro I bought in Canada … Continue reading Xmas Grainline Farrow
Take part in my first Kettle Survey to WIN YARN…and a book!
I’ve spent some time creating a survey and I am hoping that with things starting to wind down for the holidays all of you might have a few minutes to help me figure out what I need to focus on next year. I’ll be drawing from those who enter their email address at the end … Continue reading Take part in my first Kettle Survey to WIN YARN…and a book!
Xmas gift to you – free Amelina Wristwarmers!
I wanted to send out a huge thank you to all of who have supported me this last year, so decided to design all Kettle Krew subscribers (a new name for the mailing list!) an extra-special pair of delectably cozy wristwarmers to keep your little hands warm while you knit this winter! Knit in less than one skein my new super … Continue reading Xmas gift to you – free Amelina Wristwarmers!
Take Two – Tra la laaa! The season begins!!
Some of you may have seen a premature version of this post go out the other day as I was getting it ready and posted instead of saving. Duh. 😂Sorry. New bits added below. xx —- It seems that the year has just flown by! I think most of us are starting to search … Continue reading Take Two – Tra la laaa! The season begins!!
One / Five… Puddle Stomper!
image © Gale Zucker Introducing yet another glorious shawl pattern by Kirsten Kapur today in Kettle Yarn Co. Islington! image © Gale Zucker Puddle Stomper is a gorgeous two-colour asymmetrical, curved triangle shawl which begins at one narrow end and increases to a pretty lace border. Part of Kirsten’s Through the Loops 10 Years collection, she’s just released each pattern individually … Continue reading One / Five… Puddle Stomper!
Winter warmer shop update today!
Warmth is on my mind this week as it has been super blustery and chill out here on the south coast of England. I’ve been getting tons of wear out of my snuggly Angelus Novus cardi in Waltham Aran and realised I only have the light grey Graveney and darker Peaky Blinder in stock for … Continue reading Winter warmer shop update today!
One / Five… Braevall!
A glorious new pattern was released last week – Braevall by Emily K Williams, designed in Baskerville Eventide! A lovely flowing cardi with an interesting mesh insert at the back, light, warm Baskerville makes this a year-round layer. Here is a description of the cardigan from Emily’s own words: “As dreamy and romantic as the springtime woods, this … Continue reading One / Five… Braevall!
Squishy comforts when you need it most – Beyul DK launches today!
I am releasing Beyul DK – baby Yak/ Silk/ ethically farmed Merino – a heavier, more deliciously squishy version of the beloved yak-y blend. There were a few squeals at the show when people saw this yarn! It is pretty special if I do say so myself! So special that the Steppe yellow and Delft blue … Continue reading Squishy comforts when you need it most – Beyul DK launches today!