Last Saturday Sweet Fiber Yarns attended the 15th annual Knitter’s Frolic in Toronto, put on by the Downtown Knit Collective. We can’t thank the organizers and the customers enough for such a fun, fibre filled day! It was our first time as a vendor at the show and we really enjoyed the opportunity to meet so many knitters and vendors from the Toronto area (and beyond!).
Below is a list of what we had on display that day.
Y A R N S
Avery Lace – 50% Merino, 50% Silk (lace)
Avery Sport – 50% Merino, 50% Silk (sport)
Cashmerino Sock - 80% Superwash Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon (fingering)
Silk Cashmere Lace - 55% Silk, 45% Cashmere (lace/light fingering)
Super Sweet Sock – 80% Superwash Merino, 20% Nylon (fingering)
S H O W S A M P L E S
Clapotis by Kate Gilbert (free) – shown in Avery Sport, Hippolyta
Rae by Jane Richmond – shown in Cashmerino Sock, Moss
Rivercat Sock by Brenda Patipa (free) – shown in Cashmerino Sock, Spanish Coin
Sweet Fiber Yarns can be found in Toronto year round at The Purple Purl and EweKnit.
We’re really excited to be attending our first Knitter’s Frolic this year! In a couple of days we’ll flying to Toronto with our bags packed full of the yarn we’ve been busy dyeing this past month. I know winter may be lingering a tad longer than many would like in Toronto this year, so we’re bringing along sock yarns and silk blends to get you started on your spring and summer knits!
Speaking of spring, our friend Marilyn at 88 Stitches knit this beautiful Rae by Jane Richmond with one skein of our Cashmernio Sock in Moss. Simply constructed and cleverly shaped this scarf is one of those perfect accessories that can be worn all year long. We’ll have it at the Frolic this year for you to see and try on.
15th Annual Knitter’s Frolic – 2013
Market Place: Saturday April 27th 9am-4:30pm
Where: The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre
Address: 6 Garamond Court, Toronto
Find us: booth #21
Hope to see you there!
A big thank you is in order to all of the wonderful knitters who took the time to visit the Sweet Fiber booth this year at Stitches West. It was great meeting many of our customers in person, as well as meeting and chatting with many new ones throughout the weekend. Below you will find the list of yarns, samples and books we had at the show, along with links to their Ravelry pages. We may not have taken as many pictures as we would have liked (it was just too darn busy!) but we did manage to sneak in a couple before opening night.
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Y A R N S
Avery Sport – 50% Merino, 50% Silk (sport)
Cashmerino Skinny – 80% Superwash Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon (lace/light fingering)
Cashmerino Sock - 80% Superwash Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon (fingering)
Cashmerino Worsted - 80% Superwash Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon (worsted/aran)
Haven - 50% Merino, 50% Silk (aran)
Heirloom – 70% Silk, 30% Cashmere (fingering)
Merino Twist Worsted – 100% Superwash Merino (worsted)
Silk Cashmere Aran – 55% Silk, 45% Cashmere (aran)
Silk Cashmere Lace - 55% Silk, 45% Cashmere (lace/light fingering)
Sweet Merino Lite - 100% Superwash Merino (fingering)
S H O W S A M P L E S
Annis by Susanna IC (free) – shown in Cashmerino Sock, Luna
Autumn Bloom by Melissa Thomson – shown in Silk Cashmere Aran, Spiced Pumpkin
Caramel Slouch by Alexa Ludeman – shown in Cashmerino Worsted, Spiced Pumpkin
Clapotis by Kate Gilbert (free) – shown in Avery Sport, Hippolyta
Courtyard by Melissa Thomson – shown in Merino Twist Worsted, Temperate & Smoke
Golden Pear by Melissa Thomson (free) – shown above in Cashmerino Worsted, various colours
Louise by Aurore (free) – shown in Sweet Merino Lite, Envy
Magpie Cowl by Judy Marples – shown in Sweet Merino Lite, Ina’s Red
Rathtrevor by Jane Richmond from Island – shown above in Cashmerino Worsted, Moss
Rivercat Sock by Brenda Patipa (free) – shown in Cashmerino Sock, Spanish Coin
Secret of Change by Veera Valimaki – shown in Heirloom, Envy
Thurlow by Melissa Thomson – shown in Cashmerino Worsted, Spanish Coin
Wellington by Jane Richmond – shown in Cashmerino Worsted, Spirit
Woodstack by Melissa Thomson – shown in Sweet Merino Lite, Denim
Yorkshire Shawl by Judy Marples – shown in Sweet Merino Lite, Tea Leaves
B O O K S
9 months of knitting by Alexa Ludeman and Emily Wessel
ISLAND by Jane Richmond
Next week we will be debuting three new designs by three Canadian designers at our Stitches West booth (#1041 & 1041). Each design will be a pre-release available for purchase exclusively at our booth (while supplies last). The patterns won’t be available elsewhere until April 1st 2013.
Caramel Slouch by Alexa Ludeman of Tin Can Knits
“Just like pumpkin pie means a sweet treat and a gathering of family, this slouchy confection combines two of my favorite things: cables and lace! Once the brim is complete it is smooth sailing, just some simple stockinette to keep you cozy.“
Sizing: Baby (Toddler, Child, Adult S/M, Adult L)
Yarn: 1 skein of Cashmerino Worsted – shown in Spiced Pumpkin
Needles: US #7 / 4.5 mm (any type) and US #9 / 5.5 mm 16 inch circular and double pointed needles (or size required to meet gauge)
Gauge: 18 sts / 4” in stockinette stitch using larger needles
At the show we’ll also have copies of Tin Can Knit’s first published book – 9 Months of Knitting available for purchase.
For more information about Tin Can Knits’ designs and books check them out on Ravelry or visit their website here.
Wellington by Jane Richmond
“This textural hat features a simple repeating pattern reminiscent of raindrops. Using a unique combination of stitches to mimic the look of a cabled honey comb stitch without the need of a cable needle, this stitch pattern only looks difficult. Inspired by the rainy weather indicative of west coast winters, this hat satisfies both form and function.”
Sizing: Adult S/M (Adult M/L)
Yarn: 1 skein of Merino Twist Worsted – shown in Worn Denim
Needles: US #6 / 4 mm 16 inch circular and double pointed needles (or size required to meet gauge)
Gauge: 19 sts / 4” in stockinette stitch
At the show we’ll also have copies of Jane Richmond’s first published book – ISLAND available for purchase.
For more information about Jane Richmond’s designs and book you can find her on Ravelry or visit her website here.
Thurlow by Melissa Thomson
Sizing: One size, to fit 20-23 in / 51-58 cm circumference
Yarn: 1 skein of Cashmerino Worsted – shown in Spanish Coin
Needles: US #6 / 4 mm 16 inch circular, US #7 / 4.5mm 16 inch circular and double pointed needles (or size required to meet gauge)
Gauge: 20 sts / 4” in stockinette stitch
For more information about Melissa Thomson’s designs you can find her on Ravelry or visit her blog here.
With little over two weeks left before market preview night we’re getting very excited here at Sweet Fiber Yarns! We finished packing the last few boxes of yarn today and put together a little preview of what you will find at our booth.
At Stitches West 2013 we will be debuting a new (favourite) colourway of ours, Temperate! Temperate captures the luscious greens and subtle browns of the rainforest coast we call home. We’ll have a limited amount available at the show on many of our favourite bases.
Also at the show you can expect to find a great selection of our Yarn Candy stitch markers in both big and small sizes. Each sets comes with a tiny glass bottle to store them in as pictured above.
Check back next week when we’ll announce the release of several new designs (by some of our favourite local designers) that will be available exclusively at our Stitches West booth (#1041 & 1043)! The market floor map can be found here.
We are excited to announce that we have added a new page to our website! A list of the upcoming fibre shows Sweet Fiber Yarns will be attending can be found in the Shows & Events section under Shop.
We’ll be adding more dates and venues in the future so be sure to check back!
This quick-to-knit worsted weight shawl takes just under two skeins of our Cashmerino Worsted. Beginning with the lace porion you work your way upwards, shaping the body with short rows and finishing off with several rows of garter stitch.
What a beautiful combination of simple stockinette and eye catching lace!
Our version:
Pattern: All About Love by Silvia Bo Bilvia
Yarn: 2 skeins of Cashmerino Worsted
Colour: Teal
Needles: 4.5mm/7us
Porteau Cove
This year’s Summer of Socks is inspired by the landscape of Vancouver, Canada. Club members will have the choice of 3 unique colour themes that will inspire the colourways for their chosen club. Members will also have the option between two sets of yarns, the original Super Sweet Sock base or a collection of Fancy Sock bases. The club includes three installments (one skein per month for a total of three skeins) that will ship in May, June & July. Club memberships will be posted for purchase in the Sweet Fiber Shop on April 1st 2012 at 9am pst / 12 pm est.
Themes:
- Granville Island Market - bright, lively & colourful – any colour goes
- Sea to Sky - cool, crisp & refreshing – blues, greens, browns & greys
- Downtown Vancouver - a variety of greys paired with hints of colour
Each of the colourways will be inspired by photographs I’ve taken in these particular places. Above you’ll find an example of May’s photo inspiration for the Sea to Sky theme.
Yarn choices:
A) Fancy Socks - 18 spots (sold out)
- 1 x Cashmerino Sock (340m/372y – 115grams – 80% superwash merino 10% cashmere 10% nylon)
- 1 x Cashmerino Luxe (340m/372y – 115grams – 75% superwash merino 15% cashmere 10% silk)
- 1 x Silky Sock (340m/372y – 115grams – 75% superwash merino 25% silk)
B) Super Sweet Socks - 30 spots (sold out)
- 3 x Super Sweet Sock (379m/415y – 115grams – (80% superwash merino 20% nylon)
Accompaniments:
- An assortment of Yarn Candy enamel & rubber stitch markers
- A 4×6 inch photograph of each month’s inspiration for your chosen theme
- Sweet Fiber swag
Shipping Costs:
- Canada* – $24
- US – $19.50
- International – $36
If you wish to purchase more than one membership for yourself additional shipping fees will be waived.
*For those of you who live locally, in store pick up is available free of charge at the 88 Stitches yarn shop in Walnut Grove, Langley. Please contact me prior to purchasing the membership so I can set up a separate reserved listing for you.
Please send any questions or requests to info@sweetfiberyarns.com
Thanks for stopping by and I look forward to another summer of socks!
This luscious merino silk blend is perfect for hats, mitts and luxurious cowls.
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Avery
50% Merino
50% Silk
100g/3.5oz
170 meters / 186 yards
Aran/worsted weight
20-18sts/4″ on 4.5-5mm/7-8US needles
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Shown above in Charcoal.
Currently available here.
Introducing our new Silky Sock. Perfect for socks or one skein luxury projects!
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Silky Sock
70% Superwash Merino
30% Silk
115g/4oz
340 meters / 372 yards
fingering weight
Machine washable, hand wash recommended, lay flat to dry.
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From the left: Paper Birch, Aventurine, Stone & Snow Drift
The above colours are currently available here.
This light semi-circle shawl is surprisingly warm and cozy – perfect for cool nights and crisp mornings.
To learn more about Kirsten Kapur and her beautiful designs please visit Through the Loops.
Our version:
Pattern: Cladonia by Kirsten Kapur
Yarn: 2 skeins of Sweet Merino Lite
Colours: Aegean (blue) & Paper Birch (grey)
Needle: 4.5mm/7us
In preparation for the coming fall we’ll be dyeing our popular Silk Cashmere blend in a new worsted weight. A few skeins are currently available in the Sweet Fiber Shop and more are on the way shortly.
Also in the works are several new designs that feature this luscious yarn (due out by late Octoberish). For now, here’s a beauty shot of our Silk Cashmere Worsted in the new and perfectly winter colourway, Snow Drift.
Perfect for hats, cowls, mitts and other small luxuries.
55 % Silk 45 % Cashmere
50 grams/ 1.75 oz
123 meters / 135 yards
20sts/4″ 4mm/6us
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Six new semi solid jewel tones made an appearance in The Sweet Fiber Shop for the first time today. These rich jewels are created by layering two or more colours that blend together for stunning results. They’re shown above on skeins of Sweet Merino Lite.
A beautiful semi circle shawl done out of one skein of our Cashmerino Luxe in Emeral Isle. Emerald Isle is a new colourway that was first released to our Sweet Life Summer of Socks 2011 club members. To learn more about Judy Marple’s designs please visit her blog.
Our version:
Pattern: Waldenwood by Judy Marples
Yarn: 1 skein of Cashmerino Luxe
Colour: Emerald Isle
Needle: 4mm/6us
Lolli Socks are a blend of candy inspired colours that create organic stripes and swirls when knit up as socks. Reminiscent of neon slouch socks and mouth watering hard candies these bright socks are sure to knock your shoes off!
While creating Lolli Socks we wanted something fun and stripey without losing the qualities that make hand dyed yarns so great. Each stripe is a little different as one colour transitions into the next and the results are stunning. Here at the Sweet Fiber Studio we’ve found a 64 stitch sock circumference (at a gauge of approx. 28sts/4″) to work beautifully. But please feel free to experiment, there’s so many possibilities!
Lolli Socks will be available in two of our favourite sock yarns:
Lolli Socks SSS (aka Super Sweet Sock) 379m/415y per 155 gram skein
Lolli Socks MCN (aka Cashmerino Sock) 340m/372y per 115 gram skein
Lolli Socks are available online at the Sweet Fiber Shop.
From left to right: Wicked Sour, Lemon Lime, Pink Lemonade, Sour Watermelon & Hard Candy
Who doesn’t love sock yarn?
Summer of Socks 2011 Memberships open April 1st! For more information click here.
Limited spots available!
($6.00 us)
Sweet Fiber Designs has just released Courtyard, a new hat pattern inspired by the classic courtyard motifs of traveling vines, iron gates and old stone walkways.
Perfect for combining your favourite colours in worsted weight yarn.
Yardage requirements:
For size 21-22:
Main Colour: 90m/98y
Contrasting Colour: 80m/88y
For size: 23-24:
Main Colour: 100m/109y
Contrasting Colour: 90m/98y
Other Materials: cable needle, 1 stitch marker
Yellow & White Version uses one skein of Malabrigo in Cadmium and one skein of Sweet Fiber Yarns Sweet Merino in natural.
Green & Grey version uses Sweet Fiber Yarns Cashmerino Worsted in the Olivine and Smoke colourways.
from the top: smoky lilac, second beach, pink quartz & moonstone
shown in aegean
100% Superwash Merino
434 meters / 475 yards
115g / 4oz
fingering weight (28-32sts/4inches)
2-2.5mm / 0-1 1/2us
single ply
This new yarn is sure to be a new Sweet Fiber favourite. Light, squishy, and smooth, Sweet Merino Lite is great for fingering weight shawls, scarfs, cowls and fingerless gloves. There is something exquisite about the way it dyes, resulting in beautiful colours that are layered, mixed and marbled to perfection. Coming Spring 2011.
Supplies:
Yarn – 2 skeins of (limited edition) Sweet Fiber’s Mulberry Merino (82m/90y per 50g skein) or any worsted or aran weight yarn.
Gauge – 18sts/4 inches over stockinette stitch, blocked.
Needles – 5 mm / 8 US 24” circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge
To make up:
Cast on 90 stitches. Join in round, marking the beginning of the round with a stitch marker.
Knit every round until piece measures 9 inches from cast on edge.
Purl one round.
*Knit 5, Purl 5* – repeat to end of round.
Repeat this last row until piece measures 14 inches from cast on edge.
Cast off in pattern (knit the knit stitches and purl the purl stitches). Sew in ends. Enjoy!
This pattern and the items made from it are intended for private use only and may not be distributed for commercial purposes without the written consent of the designer.
shown in shipwreck
50% Silk 50% Merino
700 meters / 766 yards
100g / 3.5oz
2 ply lace weight
The new Silk Merino Lace is a gorgeous blend of silk and merino with a generous 700 meters per 100 gram skein. Soft, supple and full of sheen it is the perfect start for a new springtime shawl. Coming spring 2011.
Two summers ago we began our journey of the hand dyed. Taking our love of luxury yarns and our artistic knowledge of colour we began experimenting and perfecting. We first became known as Yarn Candy, Sweet Fiber and and this spring we’ll be transitioning into our new identity, Sweet Fiber Yarns. Our original yarns and colourways will be continued as we introduce new ones this coming spring.
Here’s a sneak peak at our new tags…
