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quality patterns and yarns have a look at Knit Rowan - here you can check out all the different yarns they sell and find the nearest shop to you that stocks it. There are also free patterns you can download as well as tips and techniques. Also be sure to check out knitting patterns and gorgeous yarns - alpaca, aran, bamboo, meriono, mohair, organic cotton, silk, super chunky wool and so much more
giant knitting needles go to Rachel John, the extreme knitter who makes all the tools in her father's workshop with a little help from her father - using a pair 27mm circumference and three feet long, you can knit a rug or a throw in two or three hours - want to know more? contact Rachel at artfulliving@hotmail.co.uk
slighty less extraordinary knitting needles and so much more - www.loopknittingshop.com is a knitters heaven that has to do with all things 'knit', with knitting and crochet classes, gorgeous and quirky knit homeware, knit accessories, haberdashery and vintage buttons.It's your local yarn shop, stocking gorgeous knitting and crochet patterns as well as the yummiest selection of yarns sourced from all over the world, both in Loop's London shop and online shop.
the knitting kits that every fashionable knitter will be wanting - Weardowney Knitting Kits that come in a vintage inspired half hat box with everything you need to make your very own 'Weardowney' including yarn, pattern, needles and buttons if needed. There are four difficulty levels:Sampler - For complete beginners. Facile - If you can cast on and off, knit one and purl one.Fiddly - If you are ready for a challenge.Fiendish - For the expert in you.
The patterns are available in 100% merino wool and in four colour options: winter white, school grey, pagan red and black. www.weardowney.com
and for knitting workshops throughout the year - to learn or better your skills then you can search ...
Knit Rowan for what sort of workshop you are after and where you live and it will let you know the nearest to you
if you live in north London - at the very established Sally Bourne Interiors you'll find a 'hub of ideas and activities' to encourage, inform and inspire you. Good wholesome, homely interiors and textiles!