London Yarns
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ALL ABOUT OUR YOUNG ONES
Monday, May 8, 2023 – All About Our Young Ones
It’s always fun to knit something small for our young ones! It’s a portable project that works up fairly quickly and the best part is the expression on the little ones faces as they receive a new toy, a new blanket or sweater. It’s even more rewarding to see them wearing or playing with something that you created especially for them with your own two hands! Thus, we are dedicating this email to the ‘little ones’ in our lives, whether it be for friends or family or to give as a gift.
Today’s email was inspired by two recently finished staff projects…two sweet little cardigans. Incidentally, both patterns offer a wide range of sizes from newborn up to 9 years! So the patterns are well worth purchasing, as they can be used over and over again as the child grows.
Added to these two cardigans, are two blanket patterns and some toys to knit…all for your project inspiration.
But before we get to the ‘baby things’, first a reminder.
Last week to pre-order!
May’s Colour of the Month
Ancient Arts Colour of the Month for MAY is now available for pre-ordering…it is a LIMITED EDITION colourway, which will put you in mind of sailing the stormy seas.
THE WRECK OF THE MARY ROSE 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!
The 'Mary Rose", 1535
Painting by B.R. Stone
“The inspiration for this month's colour comes from the above painting. Our colour of the month re-creates the stormy sky, the churning sea, the white flapping sails, and the wet, slippery wooden decks of the Mary Rose. You can almost imagine yourself on board, with the smell of the sea in your face!” – Ancient Arts Yarns
The “Wreck of the Mary Rose” 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, May 13, 2023.
For ages 3 months to 8 years…
© Lisa Chemery
A very easy yet fun knit, this unisex cardigan is sure to become your go-to knit for babies, toddlers and children.
The circular yoke and cuffs feature a simple yet unusual stitch that lends a sophisticated touch to a classic and comfortable garment.
This cardigan is knit seamlessly from the top down, featuring a circular yoke embellished with an easy textured stitch. Stitches for the sleeves are put on hold while the body of the cardigan is worked, then they are put back on needles and worked in the round. Button bands are worked as you go.
Sizes: 3mo (6mo, 12mo, 18mo / 2yr, 4yr, 6yr, 8yr)
To fit chest: 16 (17, 18, 19 / 21, 23, 25, 26.5) inches or 40.5 (43, 45.5, 48.5 / 53.5, 58.5, 63.5, 67.5) cm.
Garment chest: 18.75 (19.5, 21, 21.75 / 23.5, 26.25, 28.5, 30.25) inches or 47.5 (49.5, 53.5, 55 / 59.5, 66.5, 72.5, 77) cm
Yardage: 251 (274, 297, 320 / 343, 411, 549, 640) metres or 275 (300, 325, 350 / 375, 450, 600, 700) yards of Worsted or Aran weight (#4) yarn
Yarn Options:
- Berroco Remix – 30% Nylon, 27% Cotton, 24% Acrylic, 10% Silk, 9% Linen; 198m/100g; $17.98
- Berroco Sesame – 43% Wool, 39% Acrylic, 9% Cotton, 9% Nylon; 210m/100g; $26.98
- Berroco Vintage Worsted – 52% Acrylic, 40% Wool, 8% Nylon; 199m/100g; $11.98
- Cascade 220 – 100% Peruvian Highland Wool; 201m/100g; $13.98
- Cascade 220 Superwash Wave – 100% Superwash Wool; 201m/100g; $17.98
- Cascade Anthem – 100% Acrylic; 170m/100g; $5.98
- Estelle Worsted Ragg – 50% Acrylic, 40% Wool, 10% Nylon; 200m/100g; $11.98
- Hayfield Bonus Aran with Wool – 80% Acrylic, 20% Wool; 840m/400g; $32.98
- Lion Brand Mandala Ombre – 100% Acrylic; 315m/150g; $11.98
- Lion Brand Jeans – 100% Acrylic; 225m/100g; $8.98
Pattern: We can purchase the pattern on your behalf for approx. C$10.98 and have it delivered directly to your inbox.
Gauges:
18 sts and 26 rows = 4” in stockinette on larger needles, blocked
20 sts and 48 rows (i.e. 24 ridges) = 4” in garter stitch on smaller needles, blocked
Needles:
4.00 mm (US 6) or size needed to match garter stitch gauge
5.00 mm (US 8) or size needed to match stockinette stitch gauge
5.00 mm (US8) double pointed needles, for sleeves
Look at the fun we can have with this pattern!
So much variety depending on finished size, colour choice and placement. Here are just some of the variations represented in the pictures below…
- short sleeve
- long sleeve
- cropped or jacket length
- contrast trim or accent colour
- yoke contrast or striped
- stripes throughout
- variegated
- yoke buttons or all-buttoned
For newborn to 9 years…
© OGE Knitwear Designs
This seamless little top down cardigan is an intuitive knit, suitable for the intermediate knitter. Worked in garter stitch with a simple, yet appealing raglan lace pattern that adds just enough interest while knitting. The pattern includes a schematic.
Sizes: 0-3mo (3-6mo, 6-12mo, 12-18mo / 2-3yr, 4-5yr, 6-7yr, 8-9yr)
Yardage: 375 (500, 500, 675 / 750, 875, 875, 1000) metres of DK weight (#3) yarn
A Few Yarn Options (more in-store):
Pattern: We can purchase the pattern on your behalf for approx. C$7.65 and have it delivered directly to your inbox.
Gauge: 22 sts and 40 rows = 4” in garter stitch
Needles:
3.75 mm x 60 cm (US 5 x 24”) circular, or size to obtain gauge
3.75mm (US 5) double pointed needles
Norwegian Fir is a pattern that we can knit over and over again and not have any two look alike, depending on our creativity. Here are just some of the fun variations represented in the pictures below…
- short sleeve
- long sleeve
- cropped or jacket length
- contrast trim or accent colour
- yoke contrast
- stripes
- colour block
- variegated yarn
- tonals
- speckles
Multipurpose Blanket Pattern Book…
The ‘Bundle of Joy’ Baby Blankets pattern book has been designed ‘in house’ by our very own Cathy and is available ONLY at London Yarns. Choose either a print copy or a digital copy.
‘Bundle of Joy’ Baby Blankets
In line with her style of pattern design, Cathy likes to give the knitter options…many options! Cathy recognized that there had been many requests for simple, yet elegant patterns for baby blankets. She saw a need, got to work and has produced this exceptional book – an excellent, timeless reference book to have on hand in your knitting library!
Cathy has kindly included the needed information to adjust the finished sizes. Thus, we could turn any of these stitch patterns into spa cloths, scarves, shawls, throws, or full size blankets!
Plus, these patterns are perfect for EVERY knitter, from beginner to experienced.
Pattern Book Features:
- 72 Pattern Combinations in all
- 3 Weights of Yarn – Double Knitting (#3), Worsted (#4) & Chunky (#5)
- 6 Stitch Patterns
- 2 Border Options – Seed Stitch or Garter Stitch Borders
- Easy to Read Format
- Each Pattern is on a single page, so no need to flip back & forth to read the instructions
- Coil Bound, so the book lays flat when open
- Suitable for all knitters – beginners to experienced!
- 8½” x 11” format; 24 pages; $17.98
To help you decide which pattern to choose and what weight of yarn to knit with, Cathy has thoughtfully knit up samples for you to see. She has knit each of the 6 pattern stitches in all 3 weights of yarn, for a total of 18 samples, including a full size blanket! Be sure to have a look at them the next time you’re in the shop.
Adorable Motif Blanket Pattern…
Another amazing design by our very own Judy T. as part of our in-house design team for Dragonpine Designs. This pattern came about with inspiration from one of our customers, Tanya! Judy chose to design this cute, delightful blanket using a bulky weight yarn. It is a quick knit that will be used and adored for sure!
This blanket is knit entirely in one piece, and the size is easily adjustable by adding a bunny square to either the width, or length, or both! Keep in mind that if you adjust the size of the blanket, you will require more yarn to complete your project.
Finished Size: 36" wide x 30" long
Yardage: 500 mtrs of Bulky Weight Yarn (#6)
YARN OPTIONS:
5 balls Bernat Softee Chunky
2 balls Softee Chunky Tweeds
6-7 balls Wool Ease Thick ‘n Quick
Pattern: You can purchase a printed copy from London Yarns (ask for DP-150), or a digital copy from Ravelry; C$5.98.
Gauge: 11 sts and 14 rows to 4" in Stocking Stitch
Needle: 8.00 mm x 80 cm (US 11 x 32”) circular, or size to obtain gauge
Ok, so far we’ve got our young ones clothed and with a blanket or two to curl up with. Now what about something to play with…?
“Huggable Critters” are a collection of cute, loveable knitted critters that will bring a smile to both the young and the ‘young at heart’; designed in-house by our very own Judy T. as part of our in-house design team for Dragonpine Designs.
Knit with great attention to detail and in a Fingering Weight yarn (#1) or Sock yarn (#1), they are small enough for little hands to hold, but also large enough to be ‘huggable’.
Finished Size: approx. 7” tall in fingering weight
Sizing Note: If you want a larger animal, this pattern can be knit in DK (#3) or Worsted weight (#4) yarn, using a larger needle appropriate to your yarn choice.
Each pattern is sold individually for $5.98.
The entire Huggable Critters Collection consists of:
Tap on the above links to view the pattern pages on our website.
All seven Huggable Critters are on display at the store for you to view.
NOTE: The Huggable Critters individual patterns are for sale only at London Yarns and cannot be found on Ravelry. You may purchase a printed copy or an electronic PDF copy for just $5.98 each.
Yarn Options:
More Fun Toys...
Best Friends Stuffies patterns are also designed by our very own Judy T. as part of our in-house design team for Dragonpine Designs. And, all of the Best Friends Stuffies are created with interchangeable clothing for mixing and matching.
Judy’s ‘Best Friends Stuffies’ patterns are written with great attention to detail with line by line instructions (no charts) and include pictures of each piece of the outfit, showing both the fronts and backs of each item.
To make a larger Stuffie, a DK weight (#3) or even worsted weight (#4) can be used. The Ballerina with red tutu (shown below) is knit with DK weight yarn. **Please make sure to modify your needle size to accommodate the thicker yarn.
Each pattern is sold individually for $5.98. You can purchase a printed copy from London Yarns, or a digital copy from Ravelry.
Best Friends Stuffies KITTEN Pattern includes:
Kitten stuffed toy, Striped Top, Knickerbockers and Shoes; C$5.98
Best Friends Stuffies BUNNY Pattern includes:
Bunny stuffed toy; Bibbed Coveralls; Shirt and Shoes; C$5.98
Best Friends Stuffies BALLERINA Pattern includes:
Ballerina stuffed toy (with hints on how to customize appearance), Bolero, Tutu, Panties and Shoes; C$5.98
Yarn Options:
The Best Friends Stuffies E-Book contains all three patterns! You get the ballerina, the bunny, and the kitten, plus all of the instructions for their clothing (which are interchangeable between Stuffies!).
Purchase the Best Friends Stuffies E-Book from Ravelry for C$15.00.
Each of the Baby Dolls Patterns, designed by our very own Judy T, are created with apt attention to detail, creating the sweetest little ensembles with which to clothe your 5-inch Lots to Love Baby Dolls (also in stock).
All ten of Judy’s ‘Baby Dolls Patterns’ are all written with line by line instructions (no charts) and include pictures of each piece of the outfit, showing both the fronts and backs of each item.
Click on the name of each pattern listed below to have a look at all ten of the Baby Dolls Patterns available:
BD-1 Lace Edged Sweater Set
BD-2 One Piece, Sweater and Hat Set
BD-3 Ballerina
BD-4 Beret, Dress and Sweater Set
BD-5 Sleeper, Bonnet and Blanket
BD-6 Turtle Outfit
BD-7 Bunny Sleeper and Blanket
BD-8 Dress, Cape & Hat Set
BD-9 Coat with Hood and Leggings
BD-10 Long Lace Dress Set
The Baby Dolls Clothing Patterns are all knit with fingering weight yarn. Here are a few in-stock yarn suggestions:
So, now that you’ve got all these sweet little outfits knit, who shall wear them??? Who will you dress with your hand knit attire? How about these adorable, lifelike Lots to Love Baby Dolls (also called Berenguer Dolls)…
They are so cute and so realistic with dimples, wrinkles and rolls on their chubby little bodies, along with airbrushed natural pink highlights.
Choose from five different facial expressions, including laughing, pouting, frowning and two different eye colours, baby blue or brown. The head, arms and legs all move and the body is made of a soft and durable vinyl. Doll size is 5-inches; $9.98 each
About Berenguer Dolls:
Made in Spain, Berenguer dolls are award-winning, lifelike baby dolls that resemble real-life babies. Children of all ages have enjoyed these dolls for over 50 years because they are made with such attention to detail, offering beauty and imaginative fun.
Take home your very own Lots to Love Baby, along with your choice of “Baby Dolls Patterns” to dress them with, of course. They make great gifts for both the young and the ‘young at heart’!
For more clothing patterns, take a look at the Lots of Love Ensembles books that we have in stock:
‘SHOP LONDON’ CONTEST…LAST WEEK TO ENTER!
This is the last week to enter
(ends MAY 14/23)
HOW TO ENTER:
- Support local businesses in London
- Save receipts of $15 or more
- Upload photos of all your receipts (or online reviews) weekly at ShopLondon2Win
You can enter receipts from ANY business in London - including receipts you get from delivery apps like Skip the Dishes or UberEats.
You can also enter by submitting online reviews about your favourite local businesses - there are thousands to choose from! This is another valuable way of supporting local during these challenging times.
HOW WINNERS ARE CONTACTED
- Every Tuesday at noon a winner’s name is drawn over Zoom in the presence of Tourism London and BIA (Business Improvement Association) executives.
- If you're the winner, you will be contacted by and followed up with an e-mail. Winners' names are also posted immediately after the draw to the contest website at www.ShopLondon2Win.com
- If you're receiving text messages from anyone asking you to "click to claim your prize" that's not us.
Enjoy the rest of your week, and remember we are open until 6 on Thursday.
Patti-Ann
LONDON YARNS
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