Adding Colorful Art Yarn to Your Projects

Art Yarn Beaded Silk Mohair and Sequins Yarn

If you enjoy making projects, from yarn, there are a number of art yarns that can add a great deal of excitement to whatever you are making. Some of these yarns have sequins and others have beads. Some of them actually have both of these to add interest to your project.

These yarns are available in many different types. For example, if you enjoy making baby items, blankets, or garments the Supermerino Yarn offers a great product. It also comes in a variety of colors such as Sorbet, Mint Julep, and Chocolate Raspberry. This is a machine washable worsted yarn so it is soft and bouncy. It is available in rich, variegated shades. It is made from 100 per cent merino super wash yarn. There is also the Ultramerino 4 Superwash Wool Yarn. This is an extremely soft, bouncy, hand dyed yarn. This yarn is great for projects such as socks. The interesting colors, such as mulberry and hydrangea, make it an interesting choice. Due to it being twisted so tightly this yarn feels almost like cotton. It is made from 100 per cent merino wool.

Art Yarn Silk Mohair offers an exquisite finish. It is hand dyed. This multi-colored yarn comes in a mixture of colors including sage, pumpkin, blossom, and charcoal. Art Yarn Silk Mohair is great to use as the main yarn and it also works well as a trim. It consists of 80 per cent silk and 20 per cent mohair. It allows for 4.5 stitches per inch. Regal Silk Yarn is a truly luxury yarn. The beautiful mulberry color adds excitement to any project. It offers an amazing drape as well as a supple sheen. The Regal Silk Yarn is 100 per cent silk. If you are interested in creating a beautiful scarf, a shawl, or even a cardigan the art yarns of beaded pearl and sequins yarn will be your perfect choice. It is available in numerous colors such as midnight and pink champagne. This yarn is 100 per cent silk with glad beads and sequins.

Another unique yarn is Art Yarns Beaded Silk Mohair and Sequins. If you like a variety of colors, such as ocean, charcoal, or blossom there are surely colors to meet your needs. This yarn, made from 80 per cent silk and 20 per cent mohair, also has glass beads and sequins. If you are a beginning knitter or someone who has been making projects for a number of years, then you will find that these colorful yarns are a spectacular way to be creative and make items that can be beautiful due to the varied colors. You will also find that the colorful yarn even makes your projects more enjoyable to begin as well as to complete.       

New Ruffle Yarn: Plymouth Joy Rainbow

Plymouth Joy Rainbow is the newest ruffle yarn to hit the knitting world! This one has holes on one side of the ribbon and contrasting color tipped edges on the other side creating a pretty, colorful edge. One skein makes a fast, fun to create scarf (shown above). 


Plymouth Joy Rainbow Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

You will need: 

• 1 hank Plymouth Joy Rainbow yarn
• Size US 10 needles

Approx. Finished Size: 3” x 48” 

Knitting Instructions: Spread open the mesh. Turn sideways so that the rainbow effect is at the bottom. Cast on 6 sts across the top edge using a size US 10 needle. Knit through the top edge openings - one opening for the first stitch of every row, then skip a track hole each time for the other stitches of the row. Knit every row.


The entire pattern is shown above, but you can also download a PDF version

Happy knitting!

Knitting accessory that has it all: Clover Knit Mate!

This is one of my favorite knitting accessory sets - the Clover Knit Mate! It comes with all of the knitting accessories a beginner knitter needs.
Watch this video review to find out more: 

Hi again, it's Nancy Queen from NobleKnits.com and I'm here to talk to you about the little kit that every new knitter needs. The Knit Mate from Clover - this little kit has all of the notions you are going to need to get started knitting. It comes nicely packaged in a little vinyl pouch with zip-top closure. I'm going to take everything out so you can see what's in here! 
First it comes with a flexible tape measure. It goes to 60" and has inches on one side, centimeters on the other. Perfect for measuring your gauge, the length of a sweater, cuffs, lots of things that you need to measure in knitting. 
It also comes with a set of locking stitch markers in two sizes.  
There are also two finishing needles - a Chibi gold needle and a regular finishing needle. What is nice about the Chibi Gold needle is that it's a little bit thicker so it's good for sweater yarn. It also has a bent tip that makes it easier to find your needle when sewing together bulky knits. All that comes in it's own little vinyl pouch as well. 
And then, we have double ended stitch holders. What's nice about these stitch holders is that you can slide the stitches on one end and slide them off on the other end. You get two of these double ended stitch holders in the kit. They are good for knitting socks, or when knitting shoulder seams together and you need to hold the stitches. 
There is also a needle gauge included in the set. So if you don't know what size your knitting needles are, you just insert your needle into the holes and the gauge on the side will tell you exactly what needle size it is - this is a great tool to have.
This is a stitch counter or row counter so you can keep track of your knitting rows. It goes up to 99 and there is a little wheel on each end so you can change the numbers. There's a hole in the center so you can slide it down to the end of your needle. When you've finished a row, you just turn the wheel to the next number and it helps keep track of your knitting so you'll never forget what row you are on.
And finally, there are two little sets of rubber point protectors. They are perfect for keeping your needle points from poking a hole in your knitting basket or bag. They are also good for keeping your stitches from slipping off your needles. There is a smaller size that is green and a larger size that's purple.
Again, it's the Clover Knit Mate knitting accessory set available at NobleKnits.com

Clover Knit Mate at NobleKnits

Happy knitting!

Fiesta La Boheme Easy One-Skein Shawl

One Skein Shawl Free Knitting Pattern
This triangle shawl is one of my favorite projects to make. I love that you start out with three stitches and just keep increasing until it is time to bind off. It's a "no think" knitting project that's perfect for knitting on the go, watching tv, or when you want a mindless project that provides beautiful results.
This one features just one skein of Fiesta La Boheme yarn. As you can see, the simple design allows the gorgeous hand dyed yarn to shine.


You will need:

• 1 ball Fiesta La Boheme Yarn (shown in color, Orchid)
• Size US 17 straight or circular needles

Note: This pattern is worked entirely in garter stitch (knit every row)

1. Cast on 3 stitches
2. Increase 1 stitch at the beginning of every row until there are approximately 50 stitches on the needle
3. When you reach 50 stitches on the needle, increase 1 stitch at the BEGINNING and END of every row until only a few yards of yarn remain.
4. Bind off VERY loosely.

More info on this shawl!
Watch a how-to video! We had a lot of comments and questions today about the construction of the La Boheme shawl, so I have added a video to explain how it's made.

Hi, it's Nancy Queen again from NobleKnits.com. I'm here to talk to you today about a one-ball triangle scarf (shawl) that we just posted as a free pattern on our website. I'm wearing the shawl now. It uses one-skein of Fiesta hand dyed La Boheme yarn. We've had a couple of inquiries about how it's made and it's really one of my favorite patterns because it is so simple and easy to do. So you just start out with 3 stitches at the bottom point of  the shawl. You'll be up on a size US 17 needle. Then, what you do is you is in all garter stitch - knitting every row - you're going to just increase at the beginning of every row. You can do a "make one" increase or a "knit in front and back" increase. I usually do a knit in front and back increase on this shawl. I find it a lot easier and faster and it's not really going to effect the way this it looks. So, you'll increase at the beginning of every row until you have 50 stitches on your needle. Then you are going to create these long tails off of the triangle, so you are going to increase at the beginning and end of every row. When you have approximately five yards of yarn remaining on the ball, you'll bind off. Be sure to bind off as loose as you possibly can. You might even want to go up to a US 19 or 35 needle to bind off. It almost looks like you are making a mistake because it is so loose, but that is what gives this shawl it's shape. It makes the shawl points so long. Here I'm folding it in half and you can see how long the finished edge is. The result is a really nice large triangle shawl.

Hat Knitting Kits

Hat Knitting         

Knitting is a fun and relaxing hobby that can also pose as a stepping stool for fashion forward people who enjoy setting trends. Knitting hat patterns are available to help people learn how to knit a particular style of hat. There are several different types of knitting kits to choose from. Each kit comes with a pattern and an instruction guide to make the knitting process a little easier. Depending on the quality, brand, and pattern, a hat knitting kit doesn't have to be expensive at all. Hat knitting has been around for a very long time, but still stands today as a popular hobby.

Knitted Hats for All

Knitted clothing reaches to a large demographic such as: men, women, children, and babies.  Knitted baby hats are small and easy to make. They serve as a great accessory for a boy or girl. There are many knitting kits that are inexpensive and adorable. Knitted baby hats are warm and safe for a baby's head. Babies, especially newborns, must stay bundled up and warm at all times. Using a hat knitting kit to make a baby hat is a great way to keep a baby's head and body temperature from going down.

Patterns & Cost

Knitting hat patterns are so popular because knitted hats are all the rage, especially with teenagers. Some kits are more expensive depending on the type of pattern that is made available. Each kit is different and no two hat patterns are the same. There are a variety of hat styles and sizes a knitter can knit. Some kits cost as low as ten dollars. Knitted hats can come in a variety of patterns and colors. Each kit is put together in a different and unique way. It is important to know exactly what the measurements of the knitted hat is going to be. Some people make the mistake of not measuring and end up with a small knitted hat that gets stretched out, or a hat that is too big to fit. The more expensive kits typically have an expert skill level of knitting however, not every knit kit is complicated or expensive. Knitting hats is fun and easy to learn even for those who are not as coordinated as others. Hats can be knitted for all different occasions and holidays. Having a knit kit is perfect for those special holidays. A knitted hat will keep a person warm all through the winter. A good knitting kit can help a person create a one of a kind look that will last for ages to come. Some knitting kits can cost up to 30 or more dollars just depending on the patterns and quality of the kit.

Knitting

Knitting is no longer a hobby that is just for older ladies and grandmas. It has taken on a new persona and with a variety of kits available, knitting is made fun. Knitting can become a challenge, but over time and with practice, anyone could knit like an expert.

Easy Friendship Bracelets: Free Knitting Pattern

What better way to kick off this holiday weekend than with a free knitting pattern!
These Knitship Bracelets come compliments of our friends at Ewe Ewe Yarns. Just pick 4 colors of your favorite Wooly Worsted Washable yarn and knit up a bunch! 


Click here for the Knitship Bracelets Free Knitting Pattern


You will need:

• 4 balls Ewe Ewe Wooly Worsted Washable yarn (you pick the colors!)
• Size US 9 double pointed needles OR size 9" circular US 9 needles
• Stitch marker
• Fun beads

Happy knitting!

Yarns, Yarns, & More Yarns

Shibui Blanket Knitting Pattern

There are all types of yarn.  You can make all kinds of things; from hats to socks to baby blankets.  Women all over the world get something made of yarn at baby showers, wedding showers etc.  It brings a personal touch to any gift if it is homemade.  Not only is it used to make a gift however it is also very fun to use as well.  Each project that you take one may need a different type though. What is wonderful is that there is even hand dyed yarn! That can be very important especially if it is a specific gift; for example a baby blanket.

Baby yarn is designed for use of babies, or people with sensitive skin.  This is going to be much softer than normal.  That way is soft for the touch of the baby.  You wouldn’t want something scratchy on you newborn that is why most people who make baby blankets etc. use the baby yarn.

Sock yarn is primarily used in the making of socks, of course. Everyone loves to wear warm cozy socks in the winter.  It is great to have some nice homemade socks that you love during the cold days.  Sock yarn is normally light in weight and can be made in a number of different materials.  It is made with a mixture of fibers that allows the sock yard to be more durable and hold up. 

One of the most unique types is the hand dyed yarn.  This can come in a sock yarn or a baby yarn.  It is full of color and a lot of people like this because of how bright it can be.  Some people like to use this type for hats, scarves, and even gloves because of how many different types there can be hand dyed.

There are many types of yarn out there now days, and all of them are unique and wonderful.  One of the great things about having this many types of is that it allows your imagination make magic. You can let your creation run wild and make all kinds of wonderful things.  Whether you are wanting to make a wonderful scarf, hat and glove set to match your favorite jacket or if you are making a baby blanket and beanie for your new niece on the way.  There will be a great variety with different colors and textures just for you to help make your craft!