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Author: George Cullen

  • Inspiration for SOSU Knits Brioche + Mystery KAL
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    Inspiration for SOSU Knits Brioche + Mystery KAL

    It’s Mystery Knit-A-Long time! The excitement, the thrill, the unknown! It has us hooked from beginning to end. Susanne Sommer’s MKAL begins on the 21st May. Titled ‘Brioche + Mystery’, this is going to be one for brioche lovers. Judging by Susanne’s other brioche designs I think we will be in for a treat. The…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings for Embody
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    Yarn Pairings for Embody

    Embody is not only a knitting book, but also has sewing patterns. This interesting combination was put together by Jacqueline Cieslak using both her knitting and sewing expertise. The ethos behind this collection was to empower makers to create clothes that honour their bodies. Embody consists of three infinitely adaptable patterns — two knitting, one…

    George Cullen

  • A Year Long Knit-A-Long – Sockitude Kits
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    A Year Long Knit-A-Long – Sockitude Kits

    2021 is the Knit With Attitude Year Long Knit A Long! Every month we celebrate a pattern from the Knit With Attitude Anniversary Collection. To read all about it see the introductory blog post. Next up in the Year Long Knit Along is Sockitude by Julie Dubreux. A stunning pair of colourwork knee-highs. Knit in Coopknits Socks Yeah! Coopknits,…

    George Cullen

  • New Yarn – Nordic Yarn Eco Cashmere
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    New Yarn – Nordic Yarn Eco Cashmere

    When introducing new yarns to our selection here at KWA I often describe my relationship to the yarns as a love story – and this is because they often are! From noticing the yarn with a tingling feeling of falling in love, admiring from a distance, establishing a connection and finally as a full blown…

    George Cullen

  • What Yarns to Dye?
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    What Yarns to Dye?

    With the restock of The Modern Natural Dyer by Kristine Vejar I thought it would be a good time to take a little look at some of the yarns in the shop suitable for dyeing. Of course you can dye and over-dye just about anything with varied results. Different fibres will give you different effects…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings for Pompom Issue 36
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    Yarn Pairings for Pompom Issue 36

    Pompom 36 is bright cheery and full of colour. This spring issue is just what we need to shake off the grey winter. The designers in issue 36 have taken their inspiration from quilts. Inside are designs by: Amalia Sieber, Kindred Red, Ainur Berkimbayeva, Chantal Laplante, Gina Fama Röckenwagner, Inyoung Kim, Julie Robinson, Maria Matveeva…

    George Cullen

  • A Year Long Knit-A-Long – Viv Kits
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    A Year Long Knit-A-Long – Viv Kits

    2021 is the Knit With Attitude Year Long Knit A Long! Every month we celebrate a pattern from the Knit With Attitude Anniversary Collection. To read all about it see the introductory blog post. Next up in the Year Long Knit Along is Viv by Renée Callahan. A deep v-neck jumper with a punky twist of ‘slash’ details on…

    George Cullen

  • Introducing Buttons from Textile Garden
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    Introducing Buttons from Textile Garden

    The button is the icing on the cake to some garments. Complementing or contrasting perfectly with knitwear or sewn projects. We have started stocking a selection of beautiful buttons from Textile Garden and they can be found in our brand new Button Category online. We have a selection in metal, shell and bone in patterned…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings for Strands of Joy by Anna Johanna
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    Yarn Pairings for Strands of Joy by Anna Johanna

    Colourwork lovers rejoice, this is the book for you. Anna Johanna presents her debut book Strands of Joy featuring an array of colourwork garments. From the modern and contemporary to the more traditional and whimsical. Featuring two colour designs that are relaxing to knit and multicoloured ones for those who like a challenge. Strands of…

    George Cullen

  • How I use the Hey Mama Wolf Wool Soap
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    How I use the Hey Mama Wolf Wool Soap

    I have had a few questions about how to use the Hey Mama Wolf Wool Soap. We have just had a delivery from Hey Mama Wolf so this is the perfect time to show you how I use it. This soap bar is a great alternative to liquid soaps and contains no plastic packaging so…

    George Cullen

  • A Year Long Knit-A-Long – Synonym Kits
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    A Year Long Knit-A-Long – Synonym Kits

    2021 is the Knit With Attitude Year Long Knit A Long! Every month we celebrate a pattern from the Knit With Attitude Anniversary Collection. To read all about it see the introductory blog post. Next up in the Year Long Knit Along is Synonym by George Cullen. A striped scarf with panels of lace that alternated between…

    George Cullen

  • New Yarn – Introducing Nomadnoos
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    New Yarn – Introducing Nomadnoos

    It is always exciting when a whole new brand arrives at Knit With Attitude and we can’t wait to introduce you to Nomadnoos. This range of hand spun yarn is both ethical and sustainable, with a positive social and environmental impact. We are introducing two different ranges of yarn and some cool accessories. Read on…

    George Cullen

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