Back in stock: CoopKnits Socks Yeah!

Posted by Julia on March 5, 2024

Not long ago, we restocked CoopKnits Socks Yeah!, expanding the palette of that lovely yarn with colors old and new.

CoopKnits Socks Yeah:

fingering weight
75% superwash merino wool, 25% nylon
231 yards/50g
$11.60 each

Developed by avid sock-designer Rachel Coopey, CoopKnits Socks Yeah! is a hard-wearing, machine-washable sock yarn that comes in solid and heathered shades.

Seeking sock inspiration? We happen to have a fresh supply of Ready Set Socks, Coopey’s collaboration with Pom Pom Press. The patterns in Ready Set Socks are written for both fingering and DK weights, and are beautiful in their simplicity. This makes them a blank slate for modifications – the section on “Variations, Tutorials + Adjustments” will see you through different heels, cuffs, decreases, yarn and color choices, and more.

Remember CoopKnits Socks Yeah! when your fingering weight project requires sharp stitch definition and durability. You’ll find it in the fingering weight section here at the Hillsborough Yarn Shop, in a little basket bursting with color. See you there!

Back in stock: Kelbourne Woolens Perennial.

Posted by Julia on January 20, 2023

We’ve got a fresh supply of Kelbourne Woolens Perennial, a super soft merino/alpaca blend that comes in juicy bright colors!

Kelbourne Woolens Perennial:

light fingering weight
60% superwash merino, 25% Suri alpaca, 15% nylon
497 yards/100g
$26 each

The folks at Kelbourne Woolens have designed Perennial to be something of a staple: soft from the alpaca but sturdy from the nylon, easy care on account of the superwash merino, suitable for all kinds of projects.

We’ve seen beautiful sweaters, shawls, and baby things made in Perennial – here are some pattern ideas!

“Winter Lights Shawl,” by Stephen West – 4 color slip stitch shawl
“Oslo Hat,” by PetiteKnit – double stranded stockinette hat
“Sophie Scarf,” by PetiteKnit – garter stitch scarf with I-cord edge; try it with Perennial held double or paired with mohair!
“Ranunculus,” by Midori Hirose – lace yoke pullover at a loose gauge; try it with Perennial held singly, doubly, or paired with mohair!
“Linen Stitch Loop,” by Churchmouse Yarns and Teas – 2 color linen stitch cowl
“Navelli,” by Caitlin Hunter – cropped colorwork tee
“Lucille,” by Courtney Kelley – lace baby cardigan and bonnet

Look for Perennial here at the Hillsborough Yarn Shop, along with these other Kelbourne Woolens yarns – Camper, Cricket, Andorra, Mojave, Scout, Germantown, Lucky Tweed, and Germantown Bulky!

Hello, Neighborhood Capital Luxury Sport!

Posted by Julia on October 6, 2022

A sumptuous new yarn just found a home here at our shop – meet Neighborhood Fiber Co. Capital Luxury Sport!

Neighborhood Fiber Co. Capital Luxury Sport:

sport weight
hand dyed in semisolid and variegated colorways
80% organic merino wool, 10% cashmere, 10% silk
375 yards/4 oz
$38 each

We’ve been Neighborhood Fiber Co. stockists for a year now, and have seen some lovely projects made with Studio Sock and DK weight Ombré Mini Bundles. Capital Luxury Sport is right in between these two, in terms of gauge, but its super soft fiber content sets it apart.

What to knit with this special stuff? Here are a few pattern ideas!

“Newhaven,” by Ysolda Teague – gansey inspired hat
“Two-Color Cotton Cowl,” by Purl Soho – brioche cowl
“I see spring,” by Joji Locatelli – stockinette pullover with eyelet detail at neck
“Susquehanna,” by Kristen Jancuk – textured cardigan
“Alpenglow,” by Andrea Mowry – all-over colorwork pullover
“Petula Pullover,” by Isabell Kraemer – colorwork yoke pullover
“Drachenfels,” by Melanie Berg – three color garter stitch shawl with stripes and slipped stitches

Look for Neighborhood Fiber Co. Capital Luxury Sport here at the Hillsborough Yarn Shop! We’re open 11-5:30, Tuesdays-Saturdays; masks required for entry. See you there!

Dream in Color Pop-Up Club: September 2022.

Posted by Julia on September 13, 2022

Dream in Color’s Pop Up Club is back! Every month, we’re getting a special new colorway from Dream in Color, a Tucson-based producer of small batch hand-dyed yarns. September’s new limited edition colorway is here while supplies last!

Dream in Color Smooshy Cashmere:

fingering weight
70% superwash merino, 20% cashmere, 10% nylon
400 yards/100g
$34 each

September’s special colorway is a peachy pink with streaks of deep teal and charcoal – an unusual and striking combination.

We’ve had WestKnits MKAL colorways on our minds – here’s one using this month’s Pop Up Club colorway with another solid shade of Smooshy Cashmere, and a skein of Malabrigo Ultimate Sock.

Look for Dream in Color Smooshy Cashmere in the fingering weight section here at our shop! We are open between 11am – 5:30pm, Tuesdays – Saturdays; you can still order online for local pickup or shipping, as well.

Back in stock: Kelbourne Woolens Perennial and Lucky Tweed.

Posted by Julia on August 29, 2022

Kelbourne Woolens is the source of some of our most popular yarns, beloved for the variety of high quality fibers they produce and the accessible price. Some of their yarns are super soft and luxurious, others are rustic and hard wearing, and each one has its own unique color palette. We’ve restocked Perennial and Lucky Tweed – let’s take a look!

Kelbourne Woolens Perennial:

light fingering weight
60% superwash merino, 25% Suri alpaca, 15% nylon
497 yards/100g
$26 each

We’ve seen beautiful sweaters, shawls, and baby things made in Perennial – here are some pattern ideas!

“Slipstravaganza,” by Stephen West – 4 color slip stitch shawl
“Oslo Hat,” by PetiteKnit – double stranded stockinette hat
“Linen Stitch Loop,” by Churchmouse Yarns and Teas – 2 color linen stitch cowl
“Navelli,” by Caitlin Hunter – cropped colorwork tee
“Lucille,” by Courtney Kelley – lace baby cardigan and bonnet

Kelbourne Woolens Lucky Tweed:

aran weight
tweed
100% merino wool
210 yards/100g
$20 each

Lucky Tweed is manufactured in Donegal, Ireland, for an authentic tweed look and soft hand. Folks who have tried it often come back for more, exclaiming how soft and lightweight it is for a yarn at this gauge. If you’re looking to knit a cozy new sweater this fall, consider Lucky Tweed!

Here are some cozy patterns ideal for Lucky Tweed:

“Shop Frock,” by Nell Knits – long sleeved stockinette pullover with pockets
“Alanis,” by Elizabeth Smith – oversized stockinette tee for layering, also has pockets
“Big Love,” by Ankestrick – long sleeved textured cardigan with shawl collar
“Novice Slipover,” by PetiteKnit – stockinette vest
“The Throwover,” by Andrea Mowry – long sleeved pullover with colorwork yoke
“Jason’s Cashmere Hat,” by Melissa Thomson – cabled hat

Look for Perennial and Lucky Tweed here at the Hillsborough Yarn Shop, along with these other Kelbourne Woolens yarns – Camper, Andorra, Scout, and Germantown!

Hello, Malabrigo Ultimate Sock!

Posted by Julia on August 16, 2022

We’re thrilled to announce the arrival of a brand new yarn from Malabrigo – meet Ultimate Sock!

Malabrigo Ultimate Sock:

fingering weight
hand dyed, variegated and semi-solid colorways
75% superwash merino wool, 25% nylon
420 yards/100g
$21 each

Ultimate Sock looks and feels just like the classic Malabrigo Sock yarn, beloved for its vibrant colors and soft, smooth texture. The new addition of 25% nylon brings durability, so that socks and garments made with Ultimate Sock can last longer.

Malabrigo Ultimate Sock is a great choice for shawls and cowls, mitts and hats, sweaters for all ages, and more, but let’s focus on its namesake for today: here are some sock patterns!

“Basic Ribbed Socks,” by Kate Atherly – ribbing
“Walk in the Woods Socks,” by Lisa Hannes – two color mosaic
“Dew Drop,” by Makenzie Alvarez – lace
“Enchanted Meadow,” by Aug Bergo – two color stranded colorwork
“Ada Socks,” by Brie Christine – lace and cables
“Ring Socks,” by Marina Storm – smocked ribbing, picot edge

Look for Malabrigo Ultimate Sock in the fingering weight section here at our shop!

Dream in Color Pop up! Club, part 2.

Posted by Julia on October 17, 2017

We’re happy to announce that we’re participating in Dream in Color’s Pop Up! Club 2017-18! That means that every two months from August to February, we’re getting a special new colorway from Dream in Color, a Tuscon-based producer of small batch hand-dyed yarns.

Our October shipment features BFL Sock, a fingering weight blend of bluefaced leicester wool and nylon, with 420 yards on each 4 oz skein. BFL is naturally sturdy, but the addition of nylon makes it even more so: perfect for a special pair of socks.

A special pair of socks is exactly what Katherine is using her special skein for – she came in last week with her sock-in-progress to share the pleasing way the colors are playing out in the fabric.

Look for this limited edition Pop Up! Club colorway in the fingering weight section here at the shop!