If you are a knitter or a crocheter, a friend has likely sent you a link to a video in recent months, that shows someone arm knitting a GIANT fluffy blanket, with the message “Can you make this for me?” If you have found that video continues to lurk in the back of your…
Continue Reading | Leave a CommentYarn Spotlight- Cascade Hampton
The warmer days are finally upon us (at least, in this part of the country they are!), and if you haven’t already lined up a few warmer weather projects- it’s about time that you do! Knitting with cotton and linen in the warmer Spring weather is heavenly, and wearing it is even more so!…
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We have been counting down the Top Cascade Patterns for 2017 (thus far) over on the Estelle Facebook page, but we thought it might be fun to round up the top ten on the blog! Not only is it always fun to see what other knitters and crocheters are making/downloading, but it’s fun to explore…
Continue Reading | Leave a CommentIntroducing Estelle Chunky
Being that Estelle Yarns is celebrating 40 years of business this year, we wanted to introduce a timeless yarn to our Estelle range, as a way of marking this very special occasion. We were aiming for the kind of yarn that could be a staple in any knitter’s stash, knitting bag or local yarn store. A yarn…
Continue Reading | Leave a CommentIntroducing Estelle Alpaca Merino Fine
Even though this may be the the first official week of Summer, in the yarn industry, we always have to be one step ahead of Mother Nature- which means that we are already welcoming tonnes of new yarns for Fall 2016 into the Estelle warehouse! This season we have put a strong focus on creating classic,…
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For those of you who meet regularly with a group of fellow yarn-fanatics, you will know the feeling when a knitting/crocheting friend pulls their latest masterpiece out of their knitting bag for everyone to “ooh” and “ahhh” over- such excitement! And isn’t it just the best when that knitting/crocheting friend of yours announces to…
Continue Reading | Leave a CommentCelebrating 40 Years of Business with Iris Peacock- Founder of Estelle Designs and Sales Limited
It is an exciting year for us at Estelle Designs and Sales Limited, as we are celebrating 40 years of business! Our business has grown, and we have watched the industry evolve, but no one has seen these changes take place more so than the founder of Estelle Designs- Mrs. Iris Peacock. We sat down with…
Continue Reading | Leave a CommentSome Ravelry Inspiration
It feels like we are about ready for some outside inspiration. So where did we turn to? Why Ravelry, of course! So as to not make the crocheters in the crowd feel as though we always leave them for last, why not start this post with an absolutely glorious crocheted project. So, shall we? First off,…
Continue Reading | Leave a CommentChristmas Is Coming- Free Pattern Friday
It’s true. It’s happening. And fast! While we still have twenty-three days left until the first day of winter, time flies. And once we do hit that Winter solstice, it’s a mere four days more… and Christmas is here! So whether or not you are someone who likes to deck the halls the second…
Continue Reading | Leave a CommentFur PomPoms- EVERYWHERE!
Fur pompoms are, without a doubt, all the rage. Everywhere you turn, there seems to be another version of a knitted hat with a little fur pouf perched up top. And why not? They’re charming, classic, and add a touch of luxury to our winter gear- that same winter gear that we have usually grown…
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