Summer Fun: Crochet a Sea Star - Yarnalia
About the History of the Sea Star and It's Special Meaning. Sea stars, often known as starfish, have a fascinating symbolism that resonates deeply with both| Yarnalia
Super quick to knit in Yarnalia Softy, the Clothilde Scarf is the perfect accent for fall weather. Clothilde is cute, cozy, and a little bit quirky–and in chunky 100% merino wool Softy, she’s a feather-soft hug around your neck. Clothilde is knit in the round in a tube, with simple shaping forming the points at […]| Yarnalia
As the weather starts to cool off where I live in the Northern Hemisphere, I’m really feeling the squishy and ultra-warm brioche stitch. Luckily, Yarnalia has a new pattern featuring their Skylark yarn, and it’s a great brioche project for beginners. About the Yarn in This Blog Post Skylark is a fingering-weight yarn made from […]| Yarnalia
Fiber artists know that you don’t necessarily have to stop stitching just because you’ve reached the hot summer months. There are lots of creative ways to get around the challenges presented by hot, humid weather. We’ve talked about some of those ideas here before, including using lighter weight materials, shifting to natural plant fibers, choosing […]| Yarnalia
Have you finished binding off your first ever lace project in a lace weight yarn, only to find that it looks… kind of crumpled? That’s because your project isn’t quite done yet! When knitting lace, it’s important to allow time for blocking. Most traditional lace patterns are knit using a fine or lace weight yarn […]| Yarnalia
When working on your knitting project, having the right cast-on and bind-off is crucial for making sure your item looks polished and, more importantly, functions as expected. That’s why, in today’s blog post, we’re covering three cast-ons paired with three bind-offs to help you make the perfect project—no matter your skill level. What is Casting […]| Yarnalia
In the Northern Hemisphere, spring is well and truly upon us, and that often leads a lot of knitters to think it’s time to put down their needles until cold weather returns. That doesn’t have to be the case, though, if you don’t want it to be! Winter is, of course, the most popular season […]| Yarnalia
This post is Part 2 of a series about double stranding Wooly and Skylark. To read Part 1, click here. COLOR COMBINATIONS To create the color combinations in our double-stranded swatches, we paired four Wooly colors—Sky Blue, Red Fox, Dark Teal, and Feather—with two Skylark colors, Pumpkin Pie and Spring Blue. These two shades of […]| Yarnalia
Today we’re taking a deeper dive into the technique of knitting using two yarns held together, also known as double stranding yarns. For this post, we’re pairing Wooly, our classic 4-ply worsted weight superwash merino, with Skylark, our lofty one-ply fingering weight superwash merino. Read on to see how combining these yarns can open up […]| Yarnalia
With its gorgeous collection of eight space-dyed colorways, Stormy is one of the most inspiring yarns in the Yarnalia collection. The medley of self-patterning colors take center stage in every project, allowing you to experiment with different stitch patterns and designs. Best of all, the generous yardage of 434yds/100g at a fingering weight is suitable […]| Yarnalia
Pattern: As if. (Self drafted raglan. How often do you really see me use a pattern around here?)Yarn: Knit Picks Stroll in Canopy (discontinued), and Stroll Glimmer in Black and Chrome.Needles: 3.25mm/US3 This marathon of stockinette has been a welcome break the last few weeks. Even though I’ve retrieved my active WIPs from storage, this… Continue reading Pipesss| KnotMagick Studios
(Knit designer Susan Cowper working with Yarnalia Wonder in Snow and Sweet Cherry Breeze) As the holiday season approaches, we chatted with talented designer Susan Cowper of TeaCosyFolk, a U.K.-based knitwear brand known for its whimsical and intricately crafted tea cosies. This year, her “Mini Snowy Fir Tree Tea Cosy,” made with two shades of […]| Yarnalia
(The Labyrinth Blanket designed by Vanessa Coscarelli Black in Pumpkin Pie Softy is the ultimate Fall/Winter staple) We’re thrilled to unveil our latest pattern collection, where classic vintage designs meet modern innovation, all brought to life through Yarnalia yarns. This season, our knitwear and crochet designers have skillfully combined timeless vintage elements with contemporary twists, […]| Yarnalia
In the quiet arrival of autumn, nature begins its colorful transformation. Leaves once vibrant green prepare to let go for winter and embark on a graceful dance of change. Like the skilled hands of a knitter gently guiding yarn back and forth on their needles, the leaves create a variety of colors across the landscape. […]| Yarnalia
Emotions in a tangle? October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we at Yarnalia want you to unwind with some soothing stitchwork. By recognizing crafting for mental health, we support this cause that raises awareness, promotes support and resources, and encourages an open dialogue about mental health awareness. World Mental Health Day, observed annually on […]| Yarnalia
This past May, Designer Laura Zukaite, her husband, and two small children embarked on a month-long Patagonia trip. While Laura spent many hours of the road trip caring for her babies in the car, she devoted every free-handed moment of her travel time doing what she loves most– knitting with her favorite Yarnalia yarns. “Exploring […]| Yarnalia
(Lace panel knit with Yarnalia Wonder Yarn in Deep Blue) On the road again? Need to pack your Yarnalia yarn, patterns, projects, needles, and notions, and feeling a little overwhelmed? Not quite sure what to knit on your next trip? As an avid knitter for over seven years, I’ve done copious knitting during flights, packed […]| Yarnalia
(General BakeshopBrewster, NY) The aroma of coffee wafting in the air, a cozy, homey atmosphere, and the gentle clinking of knitting needles– is there anything better than crafting in cafes? Knitting in coffee shops always feels like a mini-retreat and a place to relax and unwind. Whether during the warm summer months or the chill […]| Yarnalia
About the History of the Sea Star and It's Special Meaning. Sea stars, often known as starfish, have a fascinating symbolism that resonates deeply with both| Yarnalia
As a knitter, I've discovered the thrill of planning my fall wardrobe well in advance. It's a delightful anticipation that begins to bloom during the summer| Yarnalia
What is the Summer Solstice? The summer solstice marks the midpoint of the year and the peak of the sun’s light before the gradual shortening of daylight. It is the astronomical first day of summer for the Northern Hemisphere, marking the longest daylight hours of the year. This year, the summer solstice falls on June […]| Yarnalia
Well, yarn lovers, we’ve made it to June. If you’re anything like me, you’re unwilling to give up your passion for knitting just because temperatures are| Yarnalia
It was during her summer visits with her grandmother at just nine years old that Vanessa Coscarelli Black learned a skill that would forever impact the| Yarnalia
Here at Yarnalia, we celebrate makers every day, however, the month of May is dedicated to honoring and celebrating crafters and their creativity. Whether you knit, crochet, or weave, we’ve got your bases covered- literally– we carry fibers from lace weight in our 100% Baby Alpaca, Joy, all the way up to Softy, our bulky […]| Yarnalia
Local Yarn Store Day is a yearly event on the last Saturday of April, and it's a great day for yarn lovers. Shop with Yarnalia.| Yarnalia
You might take a look at a skein of lace-weight yarn and immediately think– oh no— this isn’t for me! The ultra-fine fiber certainly can be intimidating even for a seasoned knitter. While it’s likely the softness that attracts you to the ball of squishy goodness, working with laceweight yarns can initially seem daunting. Do […]| Yarnalia
What is a Granny Square? Where did they originate? Granny Squares, or scrappy fabric crochet bursts of color, date back to the 1800’s. While these crochet building blocks are aptly named for the “grannies” who made them popular— modern-day granny square projects are far from your grandmother’s itchy afghan. Crocheted in flat rows, granny squares […]| Yarnalia
There are some things that beginner knitters should to keep in mind while working with it. Read on our 5 tips for working with superwash merino wool yarn.| Yarnalia
Cozy is easily the most luxurious yarn in the Yarnalia collection. Today, we’re turning our focus to Cozy, our light worsted weight baby alpaca yarn.| Yarnalia
In this blog post, we’re sharing some of our favorite tips and tricks for crocheting with fluffy yarns, including our very favorite fluffy yarn, Yarnalia Fluffy.| Yarnalia
Wonder and Marvel are both fully machine-washable, which also takes all the guesswork out of caring for finished projects that use them in combination!| Yarnalia
Today, we have a pattern recommendation for you that we think you’ll love. The Glory Scarf, designed for us by Matthew Schrank.| Yarnalia
We show you how you can create three types of quick knitted gifts using in three different Yarnalia yarns: Marvel, Cozy, and Wooly.| Yarnalia
Knitting alpaca yarn requires a slightly different approach than sheep’s wool, but the results are so worth it. Read our top 5 tips for knitting with alpaca yarn.| Yarnalia
