Hand-dyed in Philadephia! | DYE IS CAST YARNS SQUISH WORSTED | | We're so pleased to have a new shipment of Dye Is Cast Yarns Squish Worsted in both shops! DICY owner Melissa Martinez dyes her beautiful skeins right in here Philadelphia, just a few blocks from our Center City shop!
Made of buttery soft, machine washable merino, this yarn has a nice twist that definitely gives it a high squish factor! That, combined with Melissa's incredible color palette, makes Squish Worsted a yarn you'll want to reach for again and again. | | Why not get a jump on your Mother's Day knitting and cast on for a Free for All Cowl like Loop West staffer Sarah did! (Here she is, pictured with her beautiful mom.) Sarah chose Squish Worsted in Black Forest for her mom and made one for herself in Tosh Vintage Night in Chile.
Jen Peck's Free for All Cowl is an engaging project that's easy to get the hang of, but looks way more complicated than it is! You start with a provisional cast on and then move into a simple garter and eyelet stitch pattern. When you're all done, you graft the ends together for a seamless join.
Free for All uses just one skein of Squish Worsted for a single loop cowl that stays close and cozy around your neck. If you'd like something a little longer, add a second skein and keep on knitting! | | | To knit your own Free for All Cowl, you'll need: | | MAKING PLANS
Squish Worsted is a fabulous choice for soft, texture-rich blankets, like Making Plans by Fifty Four Ten Studio. This pattern includes instructions for 6 blanket sizes: baby blanket, crib blanket, medium & large throw, XL & XXL afghan.
To knit Making Plans, you'll need: - 3-11 skeins of Squish Worsted, depending on your chosen blanket size
- US 8 circular needles - this blanket is knit flat, please choose a cord length that will accommodate your chosen blanket size
| | | HIPSTER SHAWL
Joji Locatelli's Hipster Shawl is a crescent shaped wrap that combines garter stitch, textured panels and unique yarn over rows to create a look that's effortlessly chic!
To knit the Hipster Shawl, you'll need: | | | BABY JANES
Need a quick baby gift? Valerie Johnson's Baby Janes booties pattern is written for 3 sizes and knits up lightening fast in Squish Worsted while lending an adorable pop of color! These cutie booties were knit by Loop staffer Rachel in the color Rainicorn.
To knit a pair of Baby Janes, you'll need: | | | Need more inspiration? Look no further than The Simple Collection from Tin Can Knits! This free collection of 12 simple to knit patterns was created with novice knitters in mind so there's no need to stress over the instructions. Each pattern is incredibly well-written with tons of tutorials and advice that will walk you through every step of the process and help you build a broad knitting skillset!
Clockwise from top left: - Barley is a classic hat that's destined to become your go-to pattern for every member of your family! It's one of Ravelry's all time most popular patterns - more than 24,000 people have made it! Use 1 skein of Squish Worsted and US 6 + US 8 16" circular needles.
- Grain is fun triangle shawl that encourages you to play with color! Pick 3 skeins of Squish Worsted and US 9 24" circular needles.
- Malt is a wonderful introduction to blanket knitting. This 30x32" snuggler calls for 4 skeins of Squish Worsted and US 8 24" circular needles.
- Flax is the perfect size-inclusive place to start your sweater knitting journey and when you're finished, you'll have loads of sweater knitting confidence! If you're new to sweater knitting, let a Loop staffer know! We're happy to help you navigate the yardage you'll need.
| | | OUR TEXTURE SALE CONTINUES! | | We've extended our Texture Sale and your savings! Our fluffiest, coziest yarns are now 40% off!*
The sale is on at Loop, Loop West, and online!
*SALE TERMS: Sale price applies to in-stock merchandise only. We're unable to make adjustments to prior purchases. All sales are final. Thank you! | | | |  |
