Skein Sisters

New cast on! I’m test knitting the Mabon Sweater for Elenor Mortensen and it’s already so much fun! There’s something about colourwork that I just LOVE. I’m using Skein Sisters Romance merino/silk in Hollow Sky and Karma (I adore this new colour). What do you think?

Step away from the yarn, Janine! You can’t take it all home! Yes, our latest Spincycle Yarns shipment has just arrived, and guess who went straight to the pink!

Our September classes are online now 🌸 Spring is the perfect time to book your place and learn that new skill, make new friends and take another step in your crafting journey 💕 Book now - link in bio

Getting ready for Deb’s Sweater Talk class tonight. This is a super fun class packed full of info about yarn, sizing, gauge, and which styles suit you best. Plus it’s your chance to ask Deb anything that you’re struggling with (in knitting, that is, although we have covered all sorts of topics in previous classes!) And if she ever tries to tell you that she hasn’t made many jumpers, don’t believe her!!! 😂 Tap the pic for the link to jump online and book your spot in our upcoming classes.

💖 Lace knitting can be easier than you think! Learn the fundamentals of lace knitting, how to read lace charts and patterns, plus tips and tricks from experienced lace knitters as well as how to bring out the beauty of your lace projects with our NEW class. Join your teacher Lia and start your lace adventure in this hands on class that’s suitable for adventurous beginners. Come and give it a go! Lace knitting is fun 🧶 Book online now

Our August classes are filling fast! Try one of our NEW beginner lace or cables classes. Or how about mosaic crochet? Classes are fun so treat yourself and learn something new 🥰 Book online now

Now available at Skein Sisters! We’re so excited to welcome the amazing bags from Danish brand Re:Designed, including the most fabulous Project 10 Organiser. Styled like a beauty case, it opens up to hold 8 skeins/balls of yarn, or your project on one side and your yarn, pattern, needles and notions. Available to pre-order now! Link in comments below

The beauty of the Art Nouveau sweater! This is such a fun colourwork knit, and it’s so clever how has suggested using a subtle gradient with the contrast ❤️ I’m using Skein Sisters Fabulous Sock in Twine Time with Tango Train and Disco Inferno.

We love the unexpected combos that appear on our yarn winding table. How about a shawl in Spellbound, Tango Train and the beautifully ethereal Seashell? This is our Fabulous Sock - in stock now

It’s that time of the year 😬 Our shop in Dulwich Hill will be closed this Monday 1 July for stocktake 🧮 See you Tuesday at 10am!

Oh no! …. “Should I bother… is anyone going to notice… “ …. YES!!! There’s been lots of muttering in the office while Janine fixed a mistake in her latest project - the Slowly Drifting shawl by using Miss Babs Yummy 2-ply. Made harder by the two yarns being dark purple and darker purple!! A lot of patience and it’s sorted. 👏

Winter is the perfect time to take a class, learn that new skill and get crafting! Our July classes are filling fast. Book now online ☃️❄️

Have you made your own Emotional Support Chicken yet? This is Olga's - don't you just love her crocheted shawl! You can find out all about the latest clucky craze over on our blog (see link in comments)
Have you made one yet? We'd love to see your photos!

But we are open this weekend so come and say ‘hi’ 👋🏻

Mary Jane is here!!! After months of waiting, we’re so thrilled to welcome MJ back to Skein Sisters to teach some classes on Fair Isle. We’ve got a room full of super excited people who can’t wait to get started!

Now is the perfect time to book a class, learn a new skill and get making! Our hands-on and practical classes are taught by experienced teachers in small groups. There’s so much to choose from. Give yourself some ‘me’ time and get learning. Book online now. 🧶

Only 2 more sleeps❣️🧶 Our shop in Dulwich Hill will CLOSE AT 12 NOON this Thursday 6 June as we welcome Mary Jane Mucklestone to Skein Sisters for her workshops (to be held in the shop). Apologies for any inconvenience. We’ll be open for business as usual on Friday 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Xandy Peters is at Skein Sisters! We’ve had an exciting day today, getting to know Xandy and admiring all the incredible shawls he’s brought with him. All his samples are with us this weekend as he teaches a couple of classes so come in and be prepared to be BLOWN AWAY! After seeing them in real life I might just need a new cast on 😂

Finished project alert!! Tracey came in this morning wearing her brand new Renaissance sweater by Elenor Mortensen doesn’t she look fabulous! She used Yummy 2-Ply in colours Field Mouse and Gibson Girl. LOVE this design so much.

NEW Donegal Tweed + Loch Lomond Back in Stock ❣️ - https://mailchi.mp/skeinsisters/missbabsisback-14166485

Help Clinic on this weekend! Our Help Clinic normally runs every Wednesday but this weekend we had some spare time, so we’ve popped in a bonus, one-off clinic for anyone who’s stuck with their project and needs a hand. Saturday 18 May, 1.30pm-3.30pm. Booking details in the comments and on our website

Who knows what Olga’s making? If you’ve already got on the latest clucky trend, you’ll know it’s the Emotional Support Chicken! Designed by Annette Corsino in a knit and crochet version, everyone can make their own chook in whatever colours and combos you like. Olga is using Dooish in Treacle and Bell Heather, a beautiful Donegal Tweed that’s going to make a very sturdy chicken!

So many new alpaca yarns 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/skeinsisters/missbabsisback-14166428

Tracey and I feel like twins today in our short sleeve jumpers! She’s wearing Soldotna by and I’m in my Speckles and Spice top by both in DK/8ply yarns. So cosy!

Thanks for all the love for our new Bio Shetland over the weekend! I spotted this gorgeous selection on the packing counter this morning, on its way to a very lucky customer! This beautiful Shetland style fi*****ng weight non-superwash yarn comes in 70 gorgeous colours, just perfect for all your colourwork projects.

Learn to Knit Fair Isle and Colourwork Knitting with our lovely teacher Tash this Saturday afternoon and you’ll be whipping up gorgeous sweaters like this Untangled Crop by the wonderful But be warned…it’s fun (and can be quite addictive!) There’s only a few spots remaining. BOOK NOW! 🧶

Tis the season to knit cosy, warm socks 💕 Trust us…once you’ve worn handmade socks there’s no going back! 🧦 Join Jane this Sunday 5 May and get started on your sock making journey. You’ll learn how to knit comfortable and well-fitting socks from the top down. The perfect way to spend a rainy day ☺️ BOOK NOW

Look at Abbey’s latest design! So gorgeous! She’ll be looking for testers in a couple of weeks, so if you love Tunisian crochet keep an eye out.

I have a new pattern almost ready for testing.
And once again it needs a name.

This ten size beauty will be ready for testing in about a fortnight. I’ll announce it all on my Slack channel when it’s time. It can be made all in one colour too.
You’ll need fi*****ng weight yarn and a cabled hook. I like this pattern so much I’ve made 3 of them. I suppose I’d better take proper photos of it eh? Perhaps tomorrow, which is my last day off work for a while. Ugh.

Yarn is Fabulous Sock by
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It’s Local Yarn Store Day! Pop in and celebrate with us today. We’d love to see you. Plus, buy two skeins of any 4ply/fi*****ng weight yarn in store and receive the pattern for the Local Yarn Cowl by completely FREE!

Miss Babs Yummy 2-Ply is back in stock! This week's newsletter has so much inspiration - you'll be busting to cast on. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss it.