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
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| 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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THREE SHAWLS & A COWL
Monday, August 21, 2023 – Three Shawls & A Cowl
If you’ve been into the shop recently, you may have noticed three new shawls on display, each knit by a staff member…they are the feature of today’s email.
But first, the Ancient Arts Staycation Shawl Kits have arrived! We ordered extra kits, so there are still some available if you want to make one for yourself or gift one to a friend. And the KAL has only just begun, so there is still time to jump in and join the fun!
NOW IN STOCK…
STAYCATION SHAWL KITS & KAL
It’s Summer KAL time here at Ancient Arts! Last year we took a summer road trip with the Summer Road Trip Shawl, but this year we are going to stay closer to home and have a Staycation!
Sample Shown in Roaring Twenties with Garden Party Mini’s Set
Summer trips are a lot of fun but sometimes we just want to stay home and enjoy some self-care. For us that means a fun knitting project that keeps one entertained while enjoying some sunshine, a patio, and a tasty glass of iced tea or something even more exciting!
Photos © Stephanie Seufert
The Staycation Shawl is all about spending a day in a beautiful garden and is filled with easy-to-work stitch patterns that include garden paths, flower borders, and fun pops of colour. This shawl is rated an easy intermediate knit and is a great way to relax with stitches that look complex but are delightfully straightforward.
KAL Timeline (more details further down)
August 17 - KAL starts with a Zoom meeting
August 31 - Second Zoom Meeting
Sept 14 - Final Zoom meeting
Sept 17 - Last day to enter for Prizes
Sept 19 - Prize winners announced
We have only a limited number of kits – so if you’re interested…DON’T DELAY!
TO PURCHASE – come in or call in (519-474-0403) with your payment information to purchase & reserve your kit colour.
Each KIT includes
- 2 skeins Socknado (350m/100g each) in a semi-solid colour
- 5 mini skeins Socknado (70m/20g each) including two speckle or variegated colours and three semi-solid colours.
- Pattern is included (reg. $10)
- $124.98 / kit
About the Yarn
Ancient Arts Socknado is made from top quality merino wool blended with just the right amount of nylon making this three ply yarn luscious, silky, bouncy, and a joy to knit and wear.
Kit Colours & Availability
- Roaring Twenties & Garden Party – 2 available
- Roaring Twenties & Purrty & Flirty – 1 available
- Irish Linen & Garden Party – 1 available
About the pattern & KAL…
Yardage: 950 - 1050 mtrs of fingering weight yarn (#1)
The pattern is available to purchase separately for C$10.00 (but is included in the Shawl Kits).
Gauge: 20 sts and 32 rows = 4” in Stocking stitch, blocked
Needle: 3.50 mm x 100 cm / US 5 x 40” circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge
Note: the Bobbles are optional; we can leave them out, or decorate with some fun buttons instead.
If you already have yarn, you are welcome to join the KAL and use your own yarn. When choosing mini skeins, they should contrast with your main colour so that if the main colour is light, the mini skeins are medium to dark shades, and if the main colour is dark, then the mini skeins are medium to light colours. The main concern is that there is some light and dark contrast with the main colourway. You do not need to use speckle colours if you prefer solid colours, and you will want at least one mini skein to be semi-solid as it will be used for lace.
Zoom meetings will be on August 17th, August 31st, and September 14th.
In addition to social media posts, we will run threads for the KAL on Facebook in our group Ancient Arts Yarns Community and on Ravelry in our group. As always there will be PRIZES for everyone who is participating, and you will be able to tag us on social media with #staycationshawlkal for additional entries!
Important Dates
August 17 - KAL begins with a Zoom meeting-link will be available on our main website page.
August 31 - Second Zoom Meeting.
Sept. 14 - Final Zoom meeting.
Sept. 17 - Last day to enter for Prizes.
Sept. 19 - Prize winners announced!
NEWLY ON DISPLAY...
Escanda is an asymmetrical triangular or crescent shape shawl, depending on your blocking techniques. You start knitting at one corner with a lace section and you start increasing gradually, incorporating the garter stitch section as you go until you get to the middle. At that stage you start decreasing until you get to the other corner.
Its length can be easily adjusted – you can either use one fingering-weight skein or more, depending on how long you want it. Just divide the amount of yarn you have in two and use the first half up to the end of section 2 (half way through the shawl). Then you will have enough to complete the second half of your shawl.
Escanda is a very ancient type of spelt wheat that is only grown in a few parts of the world, including the northern Spain region of Asturias, where Belén is from.
Finished Size [using 400m]: approx. 185 cm (72”) wingspan and 47 cm (18½“) spine, blocked
Yardage: 400 mtrs (437 yds) or more Fingering weight yarn (#1)
YARN SUGGESTIONS
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download
Gauge: 17 sts and 28 rows (14 garter ridges) = 4” in garter stitch, blocked
Needle: 4.00 mm x 60-80 cm (US 6 x 24-32”)
ALSO ON DISPLAY...
You may remember this pattern from a KAL earlier this year. Cheryl liked the pattern so much, she has knit up another one to display at the store!
Are you looking for a little bit of fun these days?! This fast and fabulous cowl or shawlette is just the thing. Simple stitches come together in unique and surprising ways to create something both fun and unexpected in this easy accessory. It is the perfect transitional piece for your wardrobe – a light layer that will add colour and flair to any outfit!
by theknitterchick
This bandana-style cowl or shawlette is unlike any you’ve knit before. It’s full of bite-sized sections filled with stitches that are easy to work, and unique construction to keep things interesting. It’s Simply Fun, so let’s get started!
This design was created to bring JOY to your needles by playing with colour and simple textures. All of the stitches are easy to work, but the unique construction will introduce both challenges and surprises. I’m always hoping to guide your knitting skills to the next level, so I’ve created video tutorials and diagrams to help along the way. It’s an intermediate pattern, but I love helping adventurous beginners level up! I want this to be a HAPPY new accessory, and a knitting experience that is SIMPLY FUN!
YARDAGES:
Total Yardage: 344m / 374yds of Fingering weight or sock yarn (#1) in a solid, tonal or semi-solid colour.
OR
Use 5 colours as suggested – 3 dark (C1-C3) and 2 light (C4-C5) solid or semi-solids recommended; suggested yardage includes 20% more than what was used in the sample to account for swatching and gauge differences
C1: 72 m / 79 yds
C2: 72 m / 78 yds
C3: 82 m / 89 yds
C4: 59 m / 64 yds
C5: 59 m / 64 yds
YARN SUGGESTIONS
Pattern: we can purchase the pattern on your behalf for approx. C$9.95 and have it emailed to you directly.
Gauges:
23 sts and 46 rows = 4”/10cm in garter stitch before blocking
22 sts and 36 rows = 4”/10cm in garter stitch after blocking
Gauge is not crucial, but it will affect finished dimensions and yardage.
Needles: 3.50mm x 80cm (US 4 x 32”) circular needles, or as required to meet gauge AND an extra set of circular needles of equal or smaller gauge
Like the Simply Chic pattern stitches, but prefer a Shawl? No problem! Here you go…
Knitting with lots of colour doesn’t have to be work, and this shawl is your chance to play! Using simple techniques and only one colour at a time, this fabulous accessory was designed to highlight your personal palette.
by Bryan1764
Easy shaping and tutorial videos make this design suitable even for adventurous beginners, while experienced knitters will enjoy the variety of stitches that keep your needles eagerly clicking toward the next section. The results are an effortless look that will have you feeling Simply Chic!
Finished Size: 63”/160cm wingspan x 28.5”/72.5cm depth at widest point
YARDAGE:
Total Yardage: 732m/798yds fingering weight or sock yarn (#1), if using a solid, tonal or semi-solid colour
OR
Use 122m/133yds in EACH of 6 colours as suggested
YARN SUGGESTIONS
Pattern: we can purchase the pattern on your behalf for approx. C$9.95 and have it emailed to you directly.
Gauge: 21 sts and 32 rows = 4”/10cm in garter stitch after blocking; gauge is not crucial, but it will affect finished dimensions and yardage
Needles: 3.50mm (US 4), or as required to meet gauge; and a needle 1 or 2 sizes larger for cast-off (optional)
by amyschulze
“It’s time for my annual discount! Now through August 30, you can get any of my individual self-published patterns 25% OFF with code JOJIFALLKAL2023.” – Joji
You can find Joji’s patterns on Ravelry or on her website Joji Knits.
Use Coupon Code: JOJIFALLKAL2023 valid until August 30, 2023 (E-books not included)
HOSPITAL HATS
Victoria Hospital (LHSC) Birthing Centre is still in great need of baby hats!
For those of you who have already generously donated to this worthwhile cause…
we say a heartfelt ‘THANK YOU’!
Donations are still being accepted. Hats can be knit or crocheted in any colour you enjoy working with; even the simplest of hats would be appreciated.
We shall chat again next week, which will be nearing the end of the month…already!! Where does the time go???
Patti-Ann
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