London Yarns
Janet Filipchuk
1615 North Routledge Park, Unit 24, Open For In-Store Shopping And Still Offering Curbside Pickup
London, Ontario N6H 5L6
519-474-0403 | phone
Hours of Operation
| Monday: | Closed | | Tuesday: | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm | | Wednesday: | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm | | Thursday: | 11:00 am - 6:00 pm | | Friday: | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm | | Saturday: | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm | | Sunday: | Closed |
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WELCOME TO 2023!
Monday, January 2, 2023 – Welcome to 2023!
We are back to our regular business hours... Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 – 4:00. That means that we are OPEN for business tomorrow and we are looking forward to seeing you.
Welcome to a brand new year of Ancient Arts ‘Colour of the Month’ Colourways!
Each month, Ancient Arts dyes a very special “themed” colourway that is available for that month only and then archived, perhaps never to return again. So for those of you who like unique, one-of-a-kind, exclusive colourways, then you will be interested to see what colours Ancient Arts Yarns offer us for each month in 2023.
‘We had so much fun with our 2022 Road Trip Across Canada that we decided to continue our travels in 2023, but this year we are going to venture further afield! Our theme for 2023 is Famous Archeological Sites, and we invite you to join us for some sensational travels to different places all around the world.’ – Ancient Arts
Pre-order now!
January’s Colour of the Month
Ancient Arts Colour of the Month for JANUARY is now available for pre-ordering. It’s a LIMITED EDITION colourway that has a regal essence about it.
TUTANKHAMUN'S NECKLACE
“Our first stop is in Egypt at the Valley of the Kings, and the tomb of King Tutankhamun. On November 4th, 1922, the tomb was opened by an expedition led by Howard Carter and financed by George Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon. At the time of Carnarvon’s death in 1924, there was a dispute between Carter and the government of Egypt as to who had control of the tomb and the artifacts, and in the end an agreement was reached that the tombs artifacts would not be split between them but would go to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
Image © M. Gabolde
However, not all the artifacts ended up at the museum. Quite a few pieces of jewelry that were photographed at the tomb during the excavation went missing. It can be said that 100 years ago, the attitude towards discoveries such as this were less focused on preservation and more on personal notoriety and financial gain. As the attitudes toward cultural artifacts have become more socially responsible, there has been an effort to locate the missing items.
At a conference in Luxor in November 2022, Marc Gabolde, an Egyptology professor at Paul-Valéry University of Montpellier in France, identified some of this lost jewelry and where it might be. He compared images that were taken in Tutankhamun's tomb in the 1920’s to pieces that are in museums and auction sites. This allowed him to virtually reconstruct a broad collar that was on Tutankhamun's chest but is now in multiple pieces. Some of the gold pieces are in the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Missouri, and some of the beads (shown below) have been restrung into a necklace now owned by anonymous owners.” – Ancient Arts
 Photo © Nelson-Atkins Museum
Photo © historicaleve.com
“Did the name Carnarvon ring a bell with anyone? It is the name of the aristocratic family that owns Highclere Castle, which is the setting for the fictional Downton Abbey. In 1987, it was revealed by a butler that the 5th Earl of Carnarvon (the same Earl who was Howard Carter's financial backer) had a secret room in which he kept a collection of Egyptian artifacts. Hmmm... a very interesting coincidence... Most of the collection was sold to pay inheritance taxes, but what remains is on display at Highclere Castle, which is open for tours during the summer months. So you can visit Downton and Ancient Egypt at the same time! LOL!” – Ancient Arts
Photo © Highclere Castle
Introducing…
TUTANKHAMUN'S NECKLACE Colourway
This LIMITED EDITION colour is now available for pre-order – we only get ONE chance to order this colour, so don’t miss out!
Tutankhamun's Necklace showcases the colours of the two necklaces in the photos above. There is gold and turquoise, some lapis blue, and a touch of red for the larger gemstones.
The “Tutankhamun’s Necklace” Colour of the Month (COTM) colourway is dyed on Ancient Arts Socknado base, in fingering weight (#1); made of 80% Superwash Fine Merino Wool and 20% Nylon with 350m/100g; $32.98 each.
To Pre-Order: call us at 519-474-0403 with your name and payment information and number of skeins needed. Pre-Ordering deadline is Saturday, January 14, 2023.
Have a look at how beautifully January’s COTM pairs with contrasting colours…
Four new books have arrived…
To view the contents of these books, tap on the titles and the links will take you to our webpages.
A collection of 20 classic Aran designs for the whole family; including Cardigans, Hats and Headwear, Jackets, Scarves.
Some of the traditional Aran stitches/patterns include - hourglass cables, honeycomb stitch, double moss stitch, twisted diamond cables, and bramble stitch, among others.
From V neck to shawl collars to hooded garments, from classic berets to traditional ribbed hats, there is something for everyone in this encompassing ageless pattern book.
20 knitting patterns; 36 pages; paperback; $19.98.
Sirdar has designed this beautiful book full of timeless, wearable knitwear for men using three weights of yarn – 4-ply for finer knits like the Essential Roll Neck, Double Knitting (DK) for a Cable Crew Sweater or cozy up with Worsted weight for a stylish Shawl Collar Cardigan.
Inspired by popular men's knitwear brands, Sirdar’s designers selected four easy-wear shades across all three weights of yarn to ensure that every one of these knits for men will effortlessly complement his everyday wardrobe.
We’ve shown each design in two shades so you can return to this book again and again to knit your favourites.
Patterns include: Cardigans, Gloves and Hand Accessories, Hats and Headwear, Scarves, Pullovers and Sweaters
10 patterns; paperback; 48 pages; $19.98.
The Baby Blanket Book is a collection of patterns for the precious little ones in your life. With 17 blanket patterns (many of which can also double as shawls) this booklet has something for everyone! Made using a variety of styles and techniques to suit a wide range of skill levels and includes patterns for both knit and crochet, so no one is left out.
Wrap them in love - made by hand! A hand-made baby blanket is one of the most cherished items in a child's early years. This collection includes lovely, soft knit and crochet textures perfect for baby.
9”x12”; paperback; $19.98.
From Merry Christmas jumpers to 'Happy Holidays' decorations, from baby's first Santa suit to a cute coat for your pooch, not forgetting that most mischievous seasonal guest, the Elf-On-The-Shelf, this book has something for every kind of festive celebration.
Twenty festive projects comprise more than 40 individual designs in three thickness of yarn – DK, Aran and Chunky.
Designs from Sirdar include - Accessories, Decorations, Hats and Headwear, Jackets, Jumpers and Sweaters, Tea Cozies, Trousers, Shorts, Leggings
40 patterns; 108 pages; paperback; $21.98.
A fun, free project…
Photos © PickaProjectTara
A bold, textural and super cozy scarf designed by Tara Anderson. A fun ribbing stripe cascades against a foundation of garter rows. Knit primarily in cushy Osprey, the surprise guest from the addition of lace weight mohair brings an extra soft touch of colour and delight. Did we mention tassels? Eight glorious tassels bring an extra three-dimensional quality to Zephyr. Like a soft gentle breeze, Zephyr is a fresh take on a familiar accessory.
This scarf is knit width wise in a pattern of garter stitch with a 1x1 ribbing stripe. The ribbing stripe is moved to the other side of the scarf with a transitional row. You may want to use a stitch marker at the beginning and ending of the ribbing section to easily remember where to start the ribbing.
Finished Size: 8½” / 21 cm wide and 68” / 172 cm long, excluding tassels
Yardage:
466 mtrs (510 yards) of Worsted weight yarn (#4)
279 mtrs (3025 yards) of Lace weight mohair (#0)
Note: One strand of each of the above yarns are held together to give a variegated look in certain sections of the pattern.
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download
Gauge: 14.5 sts and 22 rows = 4” in garter stitch, after blocking
Needle: 6.00 mm (US 10)
Can you donate…?
Request for…DONATIONS OF HANDMADE CLOTHING ITEMS.
Our Cathy is looking for any handmade clothing items you may have for babies, children and/or adults. These can be knit, crochet, sewn, quilted, etc. as long as they are handmade.
If you have any of these types of clothing items available and you wish to donate them, please drop them off at London Yarns during regular store hours – Tuesday to Saturday, from 11:00 - 4:00pm.
All donations will be delivered to ANOVA (formally Womens' Community House). Thank you for your generosity and support.
What delightful, woolly wonders are ‘in store’ (pun intended :0) for 2023?
Only time will tell.
Patti-Ann
LONDON YARNS
519-474-0403
Website: http://www.londonyarns.com
Email: info@londonyarns.com
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