New Colours in Stylecraft Life

We've just introduced new colours in the ever-popular Stylecraft Life range. In double knit and 4 ply, the new colours include subtle shades such as Duck Egg, Cobalt, Mint, Taupe and Silver Grey.

The Life range contains 25% wool and is very economical at only £1.92 per 100g ball!

Click the picture above to link to the Stylecraft range of yarns in our online store...

Announcing the arrival of new yarns

We're pleased to let you know that we have received our range of Peter Pan double knit yarn today.

Every new born baby deserves the best and we now stock these hand knitting yarns designed for babies and toddlers.

The range of yarn colours includes white, pretty pastels and a dazzling array of bright colours. Choose from stunning brights with pretty names such as 'poppy' or 'summer pudding', or more subtle shades such as 'freckles' or 'ballet pumps'. There is also a 'speckled' range including such colours as 'speckled rose' and 'speckled blue'. As well as these, there are also random mix shades (pictured) like 'rose surprise', 'tropical surprise' and 'denim crush'.

The yarn contains 55% Nylon / 45% Courtelle and is fully machine washable and tumble drier safe. Knitting up on 3.25-4mm needles, Peter Pan dk contains approx 170 metres per 50g ball.

A wide range of patterns is also available for both babies and toddlers.

We have also taken delivery of new shades in Peter Pan's 'Cupcake'.

Cupcake is a super soft handle tots-teen yarn. We have lovely shades for you to choose from and it is easy to care for as it is mild machine washable and cool tumble dry. Knitted on 3.35 and 4.50mm needles the tension is 19 sts to 26 rows. It is made of 50% acrylic and 50% nylon.

Cupcake is a beautifully soft yarn in subtle colours, some plain and some with the pretty speckled effect (pictured).

Choose from delicious-sounding shades such as 'fruit salad', 'glacier mint', 'jelly tots', 'sherbet lemon' and 'rainbow duet'.

SUMMER IS ON THE WAY!

At Knit and Sew we're looking forward to summer as much as you are, and with the seasons changing we're stocking up on ideal yarns for summer knits...

Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK has been introduced as a new yarn for spring - this yarn comes with a great range of colours, patterns and outstanding benefits. Simply the softest naturally - Baby Bamboo is Sirdar's new incredibly soft snuggly double knitting yarn. Made from natural bamboo and wool it is perfect for wearing next to babys delicate skin. There are 10 yummy colours to choose from with names that add to the relaxed nature of the yarn such as Waterbaby, Little Lilac and Sleepy Blue. The pattern designs are modern and work equally well for small babies and children up to six years. It is so soft to the touch that everyone will love to knit with Baby Bamboo.
As Baby Bamboo is a true double knitting yarn it will knit to all Sirdar DK patterns (the yarn feels so good, we think ladies will want to wear it too) and it can be worn all year round. Bamboo is breathable and cool so baby will not get too hot. It is the latest 100% natural yarn under the Snuggly brand.

For the summer knitters, our range of Sirdar Juicy yarns and patterns are selling fast! A lovely light summery yarn, Juicy Dk is made from the silkiest blend of 80% bamboo and 20% cotton and comes in a mouth watering palette of deliciously fruity, summer colours - including Watermelon, Papaya, Citrus and of course, Coconut White. Juicy Dk is a true, rounded summer yarn and has an incredible softness, making it fabulous to knit and to wear. Choose from a lovely array of summer patterns for Juicy, for men, women and children.

The relaunch of Sirdar's Snuggy Snowflake Dk (25g) is proving a very popular decision. In an array of exciting luscious colours such as lime, aqua blue, pink, creamy, milky and lemon, and with the famous oh-so-soft feel, it's a joy to knit with and babies will feel so snug and comfy! Choose from our choice of Snowflake Dk patterns, including a gorgeous baby girl's cardigan - perfect for wearing over pretty summer dresses!

WOOL SALE CONTINUES - New lines added

More yarns have been added to our Spring Sale - make sure you don't miss out!

Sirdar Ocean is on offer in stunning colours for summer including Scallop Pink, Oyster, Black Pearl and Echo Blue, plus we're offering Ocean patterns for summery fashion so there's plenty to inspire you!

At less than half price, Sirdar Vegas (pictured left) is not to be missed! A glamourous yarn with metallic strands for a hint of luxury and glitz, Vegas is only £1.99 a ball.

A popular yarn, Sirdar Confetti is back for a limited period in Playtime Blue. A soft and cuddly yarn in speckled shades of blue, ideal for many projects and machine washable.

We are also offering the ever popular Wendy Chic on sale at the moment - usually £4.29 and now only £1.75 a ball - an amazing saving! Chic is a gorgeous and luxurious version of the extremely popular eyelash yarns, and it has a highlight of glitter running through it with the long eyelashes interwoven with metallics, perfect for scarves and hats, ponchos and shrugs. An extremely soft long-haired yarn, very much like a fur, which when knitted is gloriously soft and light - like an angora rabbit!

Sirdar Surfer is still a popular choice during our sale, with the summery feel and look of the yarn it is making everyone think of the summer and holidays to come!
Make sure you act fast and order your sale wools while stocks last - some colours and yarns have already sold out!

WOOL SALE - NOW ON

This week, Knit and Sew is having a sale of some great fashion yarns. Choose from Sirdar Surfer, Filigree (pictured), Zanzibar, Denim Sport Aran, Bigga, Curly Wurly, Country Style and Organza.

Most of these yarns are less than half price! Make the most of a great saving and enjoy knitting with these sale wools - and don't forget - when they're gone, they're gone!

Surfer has a soft fabric feel and comes in summery sounding shades like 'Bondi Blue', 'Purple Wave', 'Shell', 'Splash', 'Quicksand' and 'Boogie Pink' all at just £1.99 a ball. There is a range of stunning patterns for Surfer (which are reduced to just 50p) featuring a jacket, cardigans and tops. Great for the coming Spring and Summer, the perfect fashion for holidays here or abroad!

Filigree (pictured above) is a colourful, floss-like yarn available in a wide range of appealing shades such as: 'Marzipan', 'Gemstone', 'Cameo', 'Sunset', 'Harlequin' and 'Tartan'. At only £1.25 a ball, that's half price!

Zanzibar is a stunning and classy yarn with a hint of the glitz! Choose from the gorgeous range of soft colours, all with a metallic thread to add some glamour! Colours include 'Mirage', 'Bedouin' and 'Arabian Nights'. At £2.49, Zanzibar is less than half price!

Denim Sport Aran is a machine-washable, 25% cotton yarn which is ideal for a wide range of knitting projects. At just £1.99 a ball, Denim Sport is less than half price! Our Sirdar Denim Knits book contains patterns suitable for this wool as well as a range of other yarns.

Bigga is a super-chunky 50% wool yarn, and knits on 15mm needles. Choose from our limited stock of 'Tundra' and 'Hawaii' - all just £2.50 per ball.

Curly Wurly, a 30% wool yarn, is a delightfully curly yarn at just £1.65 and comes in a wide range of colours, some bright, some subtle. Choose from 'Cinnamon', 'Chamele', 'Celeste', 'Jade' and 'Harlequin'.

Country Style DK is now only available in two colours and at £1.75 a ball is sure to run out soon!

Organza is a flat ribbon-style yarn with a 20% cotton content. Unusual colours include: 'Laquer Blue', 'Panama', 'Silken' and 'Glaze'. At only £1.99, it's less than half price!

More sale wools will be added in the next few days - so make sure you check back to see Funky Fur, Confetti, Ocean, Denim Ultra, Milan, Cosmic, Shimmer, Chic, Fizz, Foxy and Supersoft Toddler Aran - all at super sale prices!