An extremely precious yarn, The Woods is a secret project that’s been in the works for more than 3 years. From the flock of Merino-Rambouillet sheep of Fleece Flower Farm in Frankenmuth, this yarn holds the promise and wonder of new life. Spun from the entire flock of Bob & Liz Stearns’ Michigan fleeces, it’s combed together in a small-batch, ring-spun yarn that’s plump, soft and farm-fresh. This is a very limited edition yarn; there is a finite number of skeins available, and once they’re gone, that’s it. Forever.
Zeilinger Wool Company is a fourth-generation wool mill in Frankenmuth, Michigan. We have worked closely with Jon and April for years, and when they got wind that this wool needed a plan, they immediately thought of us. It’s an honor to work with this historic mill to create another custom yarn for our hive.
Handpainted in Colorado by Rachel Lundstrom of Six and Seven Fiber, this gorgeous color palette is something right out of a dream. Soft, muted colors ranging from subtle variegation to gently speckled, this yarn inspires a fresh start.
And of course, a special yarn needs a special plan. We asked Tina Tse, a Michigan-based knitwear designer, to create A Fresh Start Toque, a modern classic and a highly wearable hat. We’re thrilled with this hat pattern–a combination of deep ribbing, clever stitchwork and in multiple sizes for all genders, moods and seasons.
Find The Woods yarn HERE.
What if you could begin your knitting new year a little differently this year? Gentler, kinder, with more grace? Rather than hard corners and tight deadlines, how about soft edges and loose commitments? Why not make your first project of 2023 something small, pleasantly engaging and quick-to-knit, something to boost your sense of accomplishment? We call that an ‘atta boy’ project–and after a long year, we’re more than ready for one. Come–knit with us. We could all use a fresh start.
December 9th-21st: Order the yarn and needles now through December 21st. Everything will arrive in the store (or straight to your doorstep!) with plenty of time for you to cast on by January 1. When you’re done, we’ll expect to see finished shots of you and your hat! Email us at thebuzz@woolandhoney.com with your finished piece, and while you’re knitting, use the #WoolAndHoney hashtag on Instagram or post on our Facebook page.
15% Discount: the needles AND the yarn. This hat is knit with The Woods, a light worsted weight in a dreamy palette of eight magical colors. Need to order needles? Find them HERE.
Prizes: Every single participant who completes their hat during the week will receive a Forest on the Moon Enamel pin by Jess Weymouth –a $13 value–AND every single participant who completes their hat will be entered in a drawing to win an ‘Ivory + Tan’ Dopp kit from Paisley & Gold–a $50 value.
Sign up for A Fresh Start KAL HERE.
Open Stitch
Saturdays
10 am to 12 pm EDT
Sitting and creating with you on Saturday mornings…it’s what we DO.
Join us every Saturday morning as we sit and drink caffeinated beverages and knit (or crochet/spin/stitch/weave!) together. It won’t be exactly the same as being together in person, but it’ll be so very good to see you.
And. If you live locally and you’re ready to sit and knit together, join us in person. We’ve missed you so.
JOIN US HERE.
Meeting ID: 835 6727 2501
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