My apologies for the lack of communication over the last few months, but after the Festive break we have been very busy trying to catch up on all the orders and keeping on top of all the new goodies coming in.
I’ll start with the new Rowan Magazine 51; as usual they have managed to combine practicality with style and class.
The three themes: Artisan, Riviera and Essentials cover all you could possibly need for the summer. Vintage designs in Riviera are classics which will endure! I love Cannes, a lacy tunic top knitted in Fine Lace (keep an eye out for the gorgeous new shades coming out on 1st February).
In it we are introduced to Josh Bennett, who has a New York inspired range specifically for Rowan, and to Fiona Brooker on her travels to South India. All worth finding out about!
There are 2 new pattern books available for the gorgeous Scrumptious yarns and some new shades from Ysolda Teague. The Scrumptious Baby book includes a gorgeous, delicate lace shawl for the baby or you … some cute cardigans and accessories too. There is also a little help section which gives detailed instructions for one of the lace patterns by Kyoko Nakayoshi – so clear.
The printed version of Carol Feller’s Scrumptious Knits book has arrived must confess I’ve already bought the PDF version … do I need to the printed version? Probably so that I don’t need to keep turning on the computer … This includes seven elegant patterns – garments and accessories, using Scrumptious 4 ply, DK, aran and chunky so something for everyone.
Next up are the new seasons yarns and pattern books from Debbie Bliss. Debbie has brought out a lace weight yarn in her Rialto range, 100% Merino and machine washable, so versatile and practical. I am loving Debbie’s patterns for the lace – just a case of choosing one and trying to decide on which colour (only 20 to choose from!). There’s this shade:
then this one:
and this one (just to start) :
Have a look at Debbie’s other books too – Celebrating Family and The Village. Celebrating Family includes toddler and baby patterns with a few for the ladies, whilst The Village is just for the ladies.
Soon we will be putting up a list of our new workshops.
Stash Fine Yarns 