We know many of you are fans of designer Stephen West and often participate in his annual Mystery Knit-Alongs – it’s that time of year again, and “Shawlography” is the pattern-to-be. It calls for five colors of fingering weight yarn, 100g each, and West’s motto for yarn selection this year is, “Say yes, don’t stress!” – as in, all kinds of fingering weight yarns are welcome here, and we have tons to choose from at the shop!
Lady Dye Superwash Fingering, $32 each
Stephen West made a very helpful video about color selection, and I watched it carefully before putting these combinations together. He suggests sticking with solid or semi-solid yarns for maximum contrast, though speckles may be used sparingly.
Neighborhood Fiber Co. Studio Sock, $34 each
It’s important to have some light colors, some medium, and some dark for this design – this provides contrast as the colors interact with one another throughout the shawl.
Kelbourne Woolens Perennial, $26 each
Kelbourne Woolens Perennial, $26 each
One strategy West recommends is selecting five shades from one color family, being sure to include lights, mediums, and darks.
Brooklyn Tweed Peerie, $15.25 each
Kelbourne Woolens Camper, $9.50 each
Another way to approach it – pick a gradient of neutral colors and one or two bright color pops.
Kelbourne Woolens Camper, $9.50 each
There are so many possibilities here at our shop – come by between 11am – 5:30pm, Tuesdays – Saturdays, and we’ll be happy to show you around! We’re still taking online orders for local pickup or shipping, too; just fill out our online form.
Brooklyn Tweed Peerie, $15.25 each