Pebble and Silk Cloud are back!

May 24, 2024

We are very excited to announce that we now carry Pebble and Silk Cloud!

^{If you remember Shibui Pebble and Silk Cloud, you also know that Shibui stopped producing this yarn last year. Since then, Laura Zander, the owner of Madelinetosh, and Darcy Cameron, the founder of Shibui, have been working together to carry Darcy’s vision for Shibui Yarns forward while also making that vision work in the Madelinetosh world.}

^{Produced at the same mill in Japan as the originals, Tosh Pebble and Tosh Silk Cloud are being spun and dyed to the exact specifications as their Shibui predecessors.}

^{If these yarns are new to you, Pebble is a blend of 48% recycled silk, 36% fine merino wool and 16% cashmere which results in a yarn with a delicate texture and exquisite drape. The name “Pebble” refers to the yarn’s smoothness and subtle texture, reminiscent of the smooth stones found along a serene shoreline. Pebble is a versatile yarn that can be used alone for lightweight projects such as shawls, wraps and scarves, or held together with other yarns, such as Silk Cloud, to add a touch of luxury and depth.}

^{The name “Silk Cloud” describes perfectly the yarn’s ethereal quality and softness. Made from 60% kid mohair and 40% silk, Silk Cloud is known for its glowing halo, lightweight feel and gentle drape, a wonderful choice for creating elegant garments and accessories.}

^{The color palette of Pebble and Silk Cloud that I currently stock ranges from beautiful, muted tones to rich jewel-like hues. In the future, we will expand our range of Tosh Pebble and Tosh Silk Cloud into colors that have been hand-dyed by the artists at Madelinetosh. The possibilities for these new yarns are endless!}

^{One pattern idea for Tosh Pebble is Lyon by Shibui Knits. It is a perfect summer knitting project. It features an easy to remember stockinette pattern; plus, you will enjoy the finished project anytime you are in overly airconditioned environments such as restaurants, grocery stores, offices, airplanes etc. Lyon can be worn as a scarf or a poncho. It is also free pattern with a Tosh Pebble yarn purchase.}

^{Brighter Days by Melanie Berg is a beautiful pullover that is knitted with two strands of Tosh Silk Cloud held together to create a cozy fabric with incredible drape. Other knitters have knitted this pattern with a strand of Pebble and Silk Cloud held together. Melanie placed cheerful color accents at the yoke and asymmetrically on the sleeves for a pop of playfulness.}

^{If you would like to knit a PettiteKnit pattern with this yarn, Friday Slipover V-Neck is a great option. You can create this stylish and versatile vest holding one strand of Tosh Pebble and one strand of Tosh Silk Cloud together. You decide if you want a contrasting color at the V and armholes or just one solid color.}

^{Ossa by Shibui Knits is a light and flowy scarf that combines both Tosh Pebble and Tosh Silk Cloud. Sheer stripes combine with an airy fluid fabric to create a versatile accessory.}

^{If you are thinking about getting a start on holiday knitting, Limestone by Lena Skvagerson is a brand-new pattern designed for two strands of Tosh Pebble held together. (Notice the beautiful detail Lena used at the top of the hat.)

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Upcoming Classes

PeaceTree Fiber Adventures is offering a special package to Utah locals during their Knit Utah retreat from May 30th to June 2nd here in Park City. Designer and colorwork expert Kyle Kunnecke is the guest teacher. The classes he is offering that weekend are "Creating Colorwork Cowls", "Stranded Knitting: Unlocking the Secret of Locked Floats", and "You want me to do WHAT to my Knitting?! - an Introduction to Steeks". The weekend also includes an evening of Shopping and Champagne at Wasatch and Wool when we will be offering shoppers a 10% discount on all non-sale yarn purchases.

For a very good price of $150, students who sign up will have two classes on Friday (plus lunch) and one class on Saturday. Please visit PeaceTree Fiber Adventures and select "Day Student". Classes will be held at the Park City Peaks Hotel. There are also rooms available if you would like to stay here in Park City and be a part of the entire conference. This time select "Knit Utah 2024" to sign up.

Shown below is Emeline, one of my favorite hats designed by Kyle Kunnecke.

Upcoming June classes with Tori!

Magic Loop Workshop
Saturday, June 8, from 9am-12pm.
$30 plus supplies*

In this class, students will learn the magic loop method of knitting in the round as they knit the Greer Cup Cozy / Cup Sleeve by Kathy Hammerton. Magic Loop is a wonderful method for knitting in the round used in knitting hats, sweaters, socks, cowls and toys. If you are ready to advance your knitting to the next level, this class is for you! Students should already feel comfortable casting on, knitting and purling, and binding off prior to the start of class. Tori recommends one 50gram skein of Woolstok (Worsted) from Blue Sky Fibers.

Langham (cowl) Short Row Class
Tuesdays, June 4, 11, and 18 from 5-6:30pm. (The first class is 5-7pm.)
$60 plus supplies*

Do short rows make you weak in the knees? Come and get over your fear as you knit this very cute cowl from Jacob Seifert and the team at Malabrigo while Tori guides you through the wraps and turns of short rows. You will have fun knitting this cowl using Malabrigo Ultimate Sock or another fingering weight yarn of your choice. Students should already feel comfortable working in the round and have experience following a pattern.

Learn to Knit Mitts Learn to Knit Class
Wednesdays, June 12, 19, and 26 from 4-6pm. (The first class is from 4-7pm.)
$70 plus supplies*In this entry level class, students will learn to knit by knitting Learn to Knit Mitts by Katherine Lynn. Students will learn all the important basics including how to cast-on, the knit stitch, the purl stitch, slip stitches, ribbing, and finally how to bind off and weave in their ends.

**The fine print on classes:

*Yarn needs to be purchased from Wasatch and Wool or there will be an additional $35 class fee. Class participants will receive a 10% discount on non-sale supplies. They will also receive the 10% discount on the final day of class for future knitting projects. We recommend that needles are purchased from Wasatch and Wool as there are significant differences between needle brands.

*Classes, if canceled 10 days before the first day of class, can be exchanged for a future class with the same instructor only. We enforce this policy on behalf of our teachers who have committed their time and expertise. There are no exchanges or refunds for classes canceled less than 10 days from the first day of class.

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Help Sessions with Susan

Wednesdays and Fridays from 11am-2pm.

Help sessions are free if your yarn was purchased from Wasatch and Wool. Otherwise, there is a $25 fee per session.

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Please join us Wednesday mornings for our Sit and Stitch at 10am and our new Prosecco and Purls, the first Tuesday of the month from 5-7pm.

There is no charge to join us, but we request that you use yarn purchased from Wasatch and Wool Yarns.

We love when visitors drop by for our knitting get-togethers. If you are working on a project from home. let us help you find a souvenir that you can bring back from your trip to Park City.

Happy Knitting and Crocheting,
Margaux

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