Whether knitted, crocheted or felted; this book will give you endless ways to personalize & customize a bag. 20 projects + a design note book that explains the elements of a knitted bag & how to combine those elements into your own designs.
It is with great regret that we have decided to say goodbye to a firm favourite at The Wool Shack, Rowan yarns! They have been stocked in The Wool Shack for nearly 8 years, but trends have changed, prices have hiked and people have moved on, so now, after much deliberation, we have decided that new brands need to grace our shelves. This will be your last chance to buy Rowan from us, and with 25% off all existing stock, it's time to plump up your stash! Books and magazines have a whopping 50% off, which is great news for your library!
Every order for $100 or more placed from now until the 31st July, will go into a draw to win this fabulous Offhand Zhivago Weekender Bag, worth $300! The more orders you place, the more chances you have of winning! For more info on this glorious bag (including size and features) click on the link below!
Feminine without being fussy, Giselle is a try-on-as-you-go, top-down raglan with no seaming required! For ultimate flexibility, the pattern instructions for this simple sweater offer four options to best fit your style and preferred technique. For style, choose a cropped or full-length version of the sweater. Whichever version of Giselle you choose, you are guaranteed a classic garment that is universally flattering to the female form: a romantic top that fits you perfectly and that you will enjoy for years to come.
This glorious Mitered two-panel sweater, designed by Knitwhits, is knit using Noro Sock Yarn (either Silk Garden or Kureyon) and looks just gorgeous. Inspiring and bound to draw admiring comments whenever you wear it!
This reconstructed shawl collar cable cardigan is a dream to knit (trust me, its on my needles) and uses the yummy Noro Silk Garden. Fab pattern and all the girls here are planning to knit one too!
This ingenious little device allows you to check your needle size by simply flipping the rings around until the correct fit is found. Marked with both US & Metric sizes from 0-15/2-10mm, works with all needle types (wood, bamboo, metal, etc) elegant design, handcrafted in California USA.
This is a cute knitting bookmark. It is made of wire (silver colour) that won't tarnish and doesn't need to be cleaned. There is 'wool' wire in it and a little pair of scissors. It will hold the pages of your book and makes a very original gift for knitters!
This is a fun and funky new pattern from Knitwhits, that encorporates the 'scribble' method of thick-thin knitting, using two sizes of needles and yarn. Silk Garden Sock & Silk Garden, on 6mm and 10mm needles, the result is stunning!
The popularity of the lovely colour progressions of Noro's regular Silk Garden yarn has spurred the production of this sock yarn. You get gorgeous colour that Noro Silk Garden is know for, plus added nylon for durability. Not only is this nice for socks, but works well for lace scarves!
A huge selection of our international knitting and crochet magazines have been reduced to below cost price to clear! Vogue Knit Simple & Knit 1, and Interweave Crochet! Grab a copy at $4.95!
Wee Ones Almost Edible Stitch Markers - $10 Off Each Set
Hand made from polymer clay, these stitch markers are great fun and are sure to spice up your knitting! Now at $12 a set, you can afford to get the entire range!
Get inside the artistic mind of talented knitwear designer Michele Rose Orne and discover her secrets to creating beautiful handknits for any season of the year. Inspired to Knit features four mini workshops with twenty-one patterns and spectacular photography conceptualized to help knitters think creatively, find inspiration in their surroundings, and shape those elements into garment design. Along the way knitters will pick up invaluable tips and tricks of the trade plus a wealth of inspiration.
Debras Garden Gauge Pendant - Exclusive to The Wool Shack!
We just LOVE this cute little needle sizers from Debra's Garden. This 4cm x 3cm light weight gauge is as beautiful as it is accurate. Use it as a pendant on your favorite chain, as a key ring or bag charm. It even makes a useful zipper pull on your knitting notions bag. The numbers on the gauge are lasered in. There is no paint to ever wear off. Measures Metric needle sizes from 2.00mm - 10.00mm. Only available at The Wool Shack in Australia!
We will be gradually introducing many of the Noro yarns over the coming months (including a devine cotton blend for the summer) and Silk Garden is the first to arrive! If you have never experienced Noro, they are a beautiful, hand dyed, yarn from Japan. It comes in beautiful colors that naturally stripe themselves as knitted.
A firm favourite here at The Wool Shack (and with you too!!), Jo Sharps Silkroad DK Tweed now has two bright new colours (great for kids knits), Blaze & Lime add a zing to the palate!
Lantern Moon Ebony & Blonde Needles - 25% Off All Stock!
These gorgeous ebony needles are handcrafted in Vietnam from sustainable resources. Their incredibly smooth finish and beautiful profile make Lantern Moon needles a valuable addition to your collection. All stock reduced to clear!
Youthful and mod sling-style bag that opens wide! Sculptural and unique silhouette makes for a simple design that opens to a large compartment. Tool pockets on the interior side panels help keep things in order. Everything stays in place with a simple magnetic closure. Can do double duty at the gym, yoga, or market. 47cm tall with handles 35cm wide x 28cm deep (25cm handle opening). Save just under $50 on these glorious bags!
This yarn has a wonderful feel, and all of the colours are great. Only classic luxury alpaca with that high sheen that only Blue Sky can perfect.
A suggested gauge only. Works beautifully with large or small needles. Watch out for new patterns for this yarn online soon!
Pretty Cheep Project Bags - New from Blue Sky Alpacas
Give your projects a little personal space. Blue Sky Alpaca introduces new, affordable (and washable!), 100% cotton muslin project bags. At 30cm (12") square, with a drawstring closure, they are perfect for toting individual projects. The bags come in three bright silkscreened bird designs and have a dandy red tag for jotting notes about the project inside. So next time you find yourself counting the minutes in the waiting room, you can pull out your project with pride!
A baby alpaca 8ply/DK yarn in heathered colours. Gorgeous shades, fluffy soft, beautiful drape. A confection of exquisite colour. Can be used for any Blue Sky Alpacas Sportweight patterns. Watch out for the new patterns soon to be online!
Heaps of gorgeous new colours of Alpaca Silk have just landed from Blue Sky Alpacas! This is bceoming a firm favourite at The Wool Shack and we will soon have all colours in stock!
Mmmmmmm!! Our Fave yarn for squeezing! We have added Whipped Cream (I know, the name is delicious too!) and Sweet Potato Pie! This is a 'I must find something to knit with this' yarn!
The Wool Shack are very excited to introduce you to our new Blog. The aim of the site is to preview new and potential products, offer reviews, project inspiration, free patterns and lots more. We also want to use the site as a way to get feed back from our customers to find out what they want to see on our shelves. Check back regularly for updates and news!
Educating knitters about fine yarns, this information-packed book features more than 20 stylish and contemporary projects to knit with lightweight yarns. Knitters will learn what fine yarns are, the many advantages of knitting with them, plus tips and techniques to make the knitting process even more enjoyable. Perfect for all skill levels, the projects in this guidebook show that garments knitted with thin yarns not only fit more precisely, but are more flattering to the figure and feel better against the skin. They also offer more versatility for fashion elements such as ruching, ruffles, gauzy layers, and drape. Crafters will find stylish and contemporary patterns, including a drapy silk top, a supple zippered cable hoodie, a bamboo skirt with stunning drape, a bohus-inspired pullover, a wrap dress, a ruffled scarf, and much more.
Mama Llama Sock Yarns - Exclusive to The Wool Shack
A scrummy new brand has landed at The Wool Shack. Mama Llama yarn is handpainted in a range of glorious colours, and we have in stock the Squish, an 8ply blend of Merino, Angora & Cashmere, as well as a fab sock yarn, Sock II, Merino & Nylon. Take a look at the 7 colours that are bound to suit every foot in your household!
A great summer kids vest, using the yummy Blue Sky Alpaca Skinny Dyed Cotton! This pattern is a freebie and we will email it to you in .pdf when you pop an order through, or alternatively visit the Blue Sky Alpaca website for more info.
A simple one-hank hat. Perfect for embellishing! This pattern is a freebie and we will email it to you in .pdf when you pop an order through, or alternatively visit the Blue Sky Alpaca website for more info.
The perfect little gift... for you! This pattern is a freebie and we will email it to you in .pdf when you pop an order through, or alternatively visit the Blue Sky Alpaca website for more info.
In their fifth book, Knits for All Seasons, the yarn girls offer projects for every month of the year. These forty new patterns are conveniently organized by season: a vest for fall and a Chanel-inspired cardigan for winter. For spring, you will find a three-quarter-sleeve boatneck and a short-sleeve polo. And the perfect projects for summer include a ruffle skirt and a halter top with cabling. As always, clearly written instructions will allow knitters of all skill levels to achieve polished results. Plus, many of the patterns knit up quickly, ensuring nearly instant gratification.