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Exploring Hand-Dyed Colour and Texture with the Hamilton Sweater

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A timeless knitwear piece, the Hamilton sweater design by Josée Paquin of UandIKnit beautifully showcases the depth and richness of hand-dyed yarn. Part of a collection of samples knit for h+h Americas 2025, this design was chosen to highlight our SweetGeorgia Merino Worsted yarn knit in a sweater garment. The easy-care Merino brings out the gentle shifts of colour, adding stunning visual interest and a unique character to each piece. With a classic silhouette and subtle texture, this design offers both comfort and style. Whether you’re dressing up for an outing or enjoying a quiet day at home, this sweater’s elegant simplicity and artisan-crafted yarn make it a true favourite for knitters and wearers alike! Hamilton sweater design by UandIKnit, knit in SweetGeorgia Merino Worsted Stormy Night COZY UP IN HAND-DYED MERINO WORSTED Soft, warm, and elegant, the Hamilton is perfect for layering on cool days or wearing as as statement piece. Designed so it can be worn with a little o...
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Learn How to Knit Your First Scarf

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I have a friend who parents three kids and races about all day from errand to activity and activity to errand. She sits a lot with Kid A in that lesson and Kid B busy with that school assignment. And, when they finally crash at the end of the day, she’s been left … wondering what she can do for herself. Wondering if she is too old, too busy to learn something new. Naturally, my answer to her was plain. “You can learn to knit your first scarf and I’m going to teach you.” My friend was hesitant. Oh, she tried to argue that it was too hard, too fiddly, too old-fashioned (which made me give her the evil eye). She finally relented, though, and let me teach her. Even though it is a rather nondescript, learning to knit is no small thing for the first-timer! It can feel intimidating, maybe even overwhelming. Yarn, needles, stitches, and then figuring out how to make them all work together? But, I’m going to teach you, too. We have a FREE mini-workshop that will work you through all of the ...
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Essential Rigid Heddle Weaving Tools & Accessories

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We love rigid heddle looms. They are a wonderful entry point into weaving, and they are also loved by experienced weavers for their quick setup and ability to start weaving in no time. While they may seem limited to plain weave, there are many ways to create a variety of weave structures with a rigid heddle loom with only a few extra tools. New rigid heddle looms usually come with a handful of common tools, while second-hand looms may be missing some of these. Regardless, there are always a few more tools you need to get started. This post will help you gather supplies and begin weaving with confidence.  Also, we will link to helpful resources throughout this post, and at the bottom, you’ll find a Quick-Reference Checklist PDF you can use to keep track of what you have, need, and want! Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom The Essentials You cannot weave without a rigid heddle loom and yarn. Let’s look at some of the basics. Looms Rigid heddle looms can be propped up against a table,...
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From Skein to Style: Knitting the Rib Welt Cowl with Hand-Dyed Colour

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Searching for a vibrant project to liven up your knitting needles? Look no further than SweaterFreak’s Rib Welt Cowl! Part of the Rib Welt collection, this series is a wonderful way to showcase those treasured skeins of hand-dyed yarn. Suitable for knitters of all skill levels, this project is the second sample we’ve been inspired to knit from the collection (see the Rib Welt Scarf project ). With its modern twist on a classic accessory, the cowl combines rich texture with the unique character of SweetGeorgia’s Merino DK yarn. This project celebrates colour, creativity, and the joy of handmade style. KNITTING THE RIB WELT COWL A beautiful opportunity to highlight those special skeins, SweaterFreak’s Rib Welt pattern collection is fun for knitters of all levels. In this collection, the Rib Welt Cowl is a twist on a classic. It highlights the harmony between the pattern’s texture and the personality and character of dreamy hand-dyed yarns. For the Rib Welt Cowl sample, we chose to ...
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Measuring Wraps Per Inch (With Downloadable PDF!)

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Using the Wraps Per Inch Gauge To measure the thickness of your yarn, wrap approximately 1” of your yarn around a ruler or dowel and then match up the wraps with the gauge below. If you are measuring a very fine yarn, wrap and measure per 5 wraps. Wrap your yarn snugly but not tight; do not stretch the yarn. Note that “wraps per inch” (WPI) is an approximate guide to yarn size and may vary widely, depending on many factors, including how tightly the yarn is wound, how much length is wound, and how closely packed the yarn is. Also note that unfinished yarn will typically “bloom” when washed, effectively increasing the diameter of the yarn and decreasing the number of wraps per inch. Using the Wraps Per Inch Reference Chart This chart provides a rough target WPI for singles spun for the purpose of making plied yarns. These numbers come from a variety of sources, each with a different method of calculation. Your results may vary, depending on your spinning fibre. For the most consist...
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