It’s hard to believe that we’re already slightly past the halfway point of our ShetlandTrader3KAL! I’ve got to say, it’s been so so inspiring seeing Gudrun Johnston’s fantastic designs translated onto your needles. Every time I peek into the KAL topic, I’m so tempted to immediately cast on a project from the book. So today, I thought we’d celebrate some of what you lovely folks have been knitting!
Read moreFinished Smora and Managing Colourwork Ends
Have you joined in our #ShetlandTrader3KAL yet? It has been so fun seeing the stunning patterns from Gudrun’s latest book hop onto needles the past few weeks! And I (whispers) have actually already finished a project! Say hello to my Smora Beret!
Read moreShetland Trader Book Three: The Accessories + KAL IS LIVE!
Our Shetland Trader Book 3 KAL kicks off today, and we couldn’t be more excited! Two months of hanging out with Gudrun Johnston, knitting some breathtaking designs, learning and enjoying one another’s company … and of course, some really juicy prizes. More on all that in a second, but first, let’s have a whistle stop tour through the accessories that feature in Shetland Trader Book Three. These would be perfect if you’d love to join in the KAL fun, but don’t want to commit to a garment … and a great opportunity to try skills on a smaller skill and make something nice for yourself, or your handmade gift pile!
Read moreShetland Trader Book Three: The Dresses
Have you ever fancied a knitted dress? If so, you’re in luck! Gudrun Johnston’s newest book, The Shetland Trader Book Three: Heritage, features not one, not two, but three stunning knitted frocks. Like all the patterns in this knockout book, the dresses marry 1970s aesthetic with modern sensibilities for beautiful and highly wearable pieces. And each dress features some different Shetland knitting techniques to try! I’m willing to bet that, even if you don’t think your wardrobe needs a dress, once you see these, you’ll change your mind. The designs are just. so. good. Shall we have a peek?
Read moreShetland Trader Book 3: The Sweaters!
We’ve got precisely three weeks to go until the official kick off of our #ShetlandTrader3KAL, and we can hardly wait … though, I’m going to be honest, I’m also happy to have a bit of time to clear some projects off my needles! There are so many patterns to love in this newest book from Gudrun Johnston, so over the next few weeks, we’re going to be diving in and taking a closer look at what you’ll find in those lovely pages. Today, it’s all about the sweaters!
Read moreShetland Trader Book 3 Arrives, and Exciting KAL News!
It’s release day for Gudrun Johnston’s Shetland Trader Book Three: Heritage, and let me tell you, we are pretty excited around here! Our team has been buzzing about this newest book from Gudrun since we first laid eyes on it, and we just can’t wait to get some of the stunning designs onto our needles. And on that note, we have some exciting news to share …
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