We received four colors of Sirdar "Baby Bamboo," which as the name impies is a great yarn for knitting baby related things. The photo (right) shows the four colors we have in stock, along with examples of baby pieces knitted using this wonderful yarn. Baby Bamboo is a blend of 80% Bamboo and 20% wool, giving the yarn a very wonderful texture and feeling. Each ball is approx 104 yards. The possibilities are limited only by your imagination.

"Candy Cane" is another new baby yarn for us from Euro Yarns. We received seven colors of this very wonderful yarn as shown in the photo (left), along with examples of finished knitted pieces made with Candy Cane. Candy Cane is 100% Acrylic, making it extremely durable and hypoallergenic in nature. Each skein is approx 207 yards. This is a great yarn that is great quality, and assures your knitting for the children in your life will be destined to become family heirlooms handed down from generation to generation.

We received new inventory of the old reliable "Sirdar Snuggly" in two traditional colors as shown in the photo (right). Snuggly seems like the "Gold Standard" of baby knitting yarns, and is a safe selection for just about any baby related knitting project.

Karabella Yarns have been amongst the most popular in our inventory. We received new inventory of 9 colors of Margrite Bulky as shown in the photo (left). Each ball of Margrite Bulky is approx 77 yards, and is a blend of 20% Cashmere and 80% Extrfine Merino Wool, giving Margrite a luxurious feeling, that is quite comfortable. It is perfect for many knitting projects, and as shown in the photo, it made a beautiful cardigan. Not only is Margrite beautiful, it is of exceptional quality that is synonymous with all Karabell Yarns.

From Trendsetter Yarns we received six great colors of "Poppy," which is another novelty type yarn that is well suited for a single skein scarf, that make a statement. Poppy is easy to knot, and is unlike any other of these novelty type scarf yarns. The hoto (right) sows the six colors we have in stock, along with a scarf that we have on display in the sotre, which shows the incredible results you can achieve with this yarn. Eack skein is approx 33 yards, and is a blend of 50% Acrylic; 47% Wool; & 3% Cotton.

New from Cascade Yarns - Alpaca Chunky in seven great colors as shown in the photo (left). This is a great, and versatile yarn. The hats shown in the adjacent photo are a erfect example of the many uses for this wonderful yarn.

New from Karabella seven beautiful colors of Supercashmere Fine (photo right), which is 100% Cashmere. This is a very fine/delicate yarn, and can be ideal for many knitting projects, including tops, shawls, wraps, etc. The possibilities are only bounded by your imagination. Each ball is approximately 202 yards.

We have received a lot of inventory this week which is not strictly speaking new, but is replenishing our stock. Accordingly if you were looking for something that we were out of, you may want to check again. Amongst the restocked yarns is Trendsetter's ChaCha which has been a favorite. We received five new colors of ChaCha and two new colors of ChaCha Print. These are just new colors added t our already extensive inventory of ChaCha.

From KFI we received eight colors of Saturn, which is a very appealing novelty yarn. Saturn is extremely soft to touch, and has great content giving it a very beautiful appearance. It is perfect for making scarves, shawls, and other types of knitting projects where a novelty type yarn is apropriate. Each bal of Saturn is aprox 77 yards. Saturn is a blen of 70% Nylon and 30% Viscose. It is recommended to use a size 9 (US) needle.

January 11: What can be better than Karabella Empire Silk? Not much if you love silk yarns. We have received 14 magnificent colors of Karabella Empire Silk, which is one of the finest silk yarns available. The photo left shows the colors we have as well as a top that was made with this yarn. The texture of Empire Silk is also quite incredible, as the lower aspect of the photo (left) shows. Whatever you make with this yarn will be a stand out piece that is certain to garner attention wherever you go. Each ball is approximately 90 yards. To make this incredible yarn better, we are offering it for 25% off MSRP for a limited time. This is an incredible opportunity to buy an incredible yarn, and unprecedented savings.

January 5: We are definitely getting the new year off to a robust start. Today we received a major shipment from Madelinetosh. Included in this shipment is: Tosh Sock; Pashmina; & Chunky. We have an incredible selection of colors in all of these fine yarns. We still have another shipment which should be arriving soon of Vintage. Keep checking our website for more information on that new yarn.

We received eight beautiful colors of Madelinetosh Chunky as shown in the photo (left). Chunky is 100% Superwash Merino Wool. Each skein is approximately 165 yards. This is a very wonderful yarn that is well suited for many knitting projects, and the colors of this yarn along with the quality ensures that you will stand out in any crowd.

Pashmina is another incredible yarn from Madelinetosh. We received eleven colors of Pashmina (photo left), all of which are absolutely striking. Pashmina is a belnd of 75% Merino Wool; 15% Silk; & 10% Cashmere, making this yarn absolutely incredible. It embodies the best fibers, which also feel wonderful against your skin. This is an incredible yarn, and it is perfect for knitting for the cool days ahead.

Sock yarns are a perinnial favorite for many knitters. Madelinetosh has an incredible line of sock yarns, and we just received 14 of them as shown in the photo (right). Each skein is approximately 395 yards of 100% Superwash Merino Wool. The coloring and quality of this yarn speaks for itself, which is why Madelinetosh has become one of the most sought after yarns over the past year. At the far right of the adjacent photo is a beautiful top which was knitted using Tosh Sock, which is proof positive of the versatility of this wonderful yarn.

January 4: 2012 is off to a great start with some incredible new inventory with more on the way later this week, including a major shipment from Madelinetosh.

From Manos del Uruguay we received five great colors of "Serena." Serena is a blend of 60% Baby Alpaca and 40% Pima Cotton, which is hand dyed. Each skein is approx 170 yards and is well suited to a variety of knitting projects. Shown in the photo (left) are the five colors we have in our inventory, as well as a closeup perspective which give a perspective of the fine nature of this yarn. There is also a photo of a beautiful top made with Serena. We have the book available which features this pattern. Serena is a new yarn for us, and it is a perfect complement to the other Manos yarns we stock.

From Karabella we received 9 colors of Margrite as shown in the photo (right). Margrite is a blend of 80% Extrafine Merino Wool, and 20% Cashmere. As you can imagine, this blend is absolutely wonderful against your skin, and it is well suited to many initting projects, such as the top that is featured at the right side of the adjacent photo. Margrite is absolutely elegant, and is ideal for making upscale pieces as well as casual attire. Being Karabella, it is also of impeccable quality.

From Noro we received 4 very versatile colors of "Iro." Iro is a blend of 75% Wool, and 25% Silk, making this a very versatile and elegant yarn which embodies the magnificent colorations that Noro is so famos for producing. Iro is quite versatile, and is well suited to many knitting projects. Shown in the phtot (left) are two finished projects made using Iro, and these projects are testament to the versatility of this incredible yarn. You can also see the texture of the yarn in the closeup perspective at the bottom of the photo. Iro is a new yarn for us to carry in our inventory, and is a perfect addition to our extensive inventory of Noro yarns..

While Noro's Silk Garden is not a new yarn for us to stock, the 10 colors featured in the photo (right) are new, so we decided to post them here. Silk Garden is one of the most popular Noro yarns, and it produces incredible results. The adjacent photo shows an example of a finished shawl made with this incredible yarn. Silk Garden is a blend of 45% Silk, 45% Kid Mohair, & 10% Lams Wool making this a very versatile blen, that is quite durable as well. It is also well suited to many knitting projects.

Like Silk Garden, Noro's Kureyon is not a new item for us, but the 12 colors featured in the photo (left) are. Kureyon is 100% wool, and as such is well suited to many cool weather knitting projects as well as some other projects for household accessories, such as the teapot cover shown in the adjacent photo. Scarves, shawls, Moebius, tops, and many more projects are perfect for this fine yarn. Like all Noro yarns, it is hand dyed, and the coloring of this yarn is incredible.

December 22: Today we received three new colors of Trendsetter's "Zoe." Zoe is an exceptional yarn, that is also quite versatile as it is well suited for many knitting projects. We have a top in the store which was knitted using Zoe, and it is quite striking in its appearance. Zoe is a blend of 50% cotton; 45% viscose; & 5% polyester, giving the yarn incredible durability ensuring that your hand knitted pieces will be timeless heirlooms. Trendsetter's reputation for innovation and design are apparent in this incredible yarn. The photo (left) shows the 3 new colors of Zoe we received, and the photo (right) shows the top that we have on display that was knitted using Zoe.

December 20: We received five great new colors of Malabrigo RIOS, 100% superwash as shown in the photo (left). RIOS is one of the most popular yarns that Malabrigo produces. We have more on the way.

December 19: Today we received a major shipment of the new yarn "Scrumptious." We introduced Scruptious last week, and is was so Truly Scrumptious that we ordered every color, in every weight of this fabulous yarn. The photo (right) shows our inventory of Scrumptious. There are five weights of Scrumptious available are: Lace; Fingering; DK Worsted; Aran; & Chunky. This is a yarn that has to be seen, and felt to be appreciated. It's name is very appropriate, as thisyarn is Truly Scrumptious.

December 15: We have just introduced our new "Knitting Boutique" on our website. The new Boutique allows you to browse by category and see the many examples of knitting that we have available at The Knitting Patch. If there is something that is of particular interest, you can click on that image, and a larger, higher resolution image will popup. We hope you enjoy the new boutique. Since it is new, you may find some errors, and if you encounter one, please bring it to our attention by sending an email to us telling us of the error you encountered. This boutique is not finished, as we will be adding descriptions of each piece presented.

We just received a shipment of four different colors of Katia Evita. Evita is an extremely high quality novelty type yarn that makes incredible, single skein scarves that are perfect, and stylish for cool weather. The word stylish does not begin to describe the dramatic results that are easy to achieve with this very unique yarn. Evita is a blend of 70% wool and 30% polyester. Each skein is approximately 66 yards, which is sufficient to make a scarf. We have the patterns to make these scarves available for free with the purchase of the yarn. The photo (right) shows a scarf we just completed, modelled as a neck warmer. Evita is an incredible yarn, and while it may resemble other yarns, nothing we have seen comes close to the quality of Evita. Stop by and see for yourself.

We have received major inventory, which is both restocking, and new yarns. We have some incredible gift ideas for the "Knitter" in your life.

The Knitting Patch is pleased to introduce "Scrumptious" yarns to Central Florida. Scrumptious is not a single yarn, but an entirely new line of yarns. They were first introduced in Europe and have been immensely popular there, and they have just made their way to the US. While we either have in stock, or on order every color in every line of Scrumptious. We are confident that you will find this yarn to be truly Scruptious. The photo (right) shows the 8 colors of Scrumptious Lace we presently have in stock, along with an example of a cardigan that was knitted using this yarn. Everything about Scrumptious Lace is appealing. Scrumptious Lace is a blend of 45% Silk; and 55% Merino Wool. Each skein is approx 1093 yards. This yarn, as all Scrumptious yarns, are incredibly pleasing to the touch, and feel wonderful against your skin. The image at the bottom of the photo reveals fine details of the texture of this amazing yarn, and how a finished top made using Scrumptious Lace looks. If you do not see the color of Scrumptious in the weight you want, we will be receiving the remaining colors by the end of next week.

If you prefer a DK/Worsted weight yarn, Scrumptious has a perfect yarn for you. Shown in the photo (left) are the five colors of Scrumptious DK/Worsted we have in stock. Scrumptious DK/Worsted is the same blend as lace: 45% Silk; 55% Merino Wool. Each skein is approximately 241 yards.

If you are looking for Aran, Scrumptious Aran is perfect for you. The photo (right) shows the six colors of Scrumptious Aran that we presently have in stock. Each skein of Scrumptious Aran is approximately 180 yards, and is the same blend as the other Scrumptious yarns.

Perhaps you are looking for a Chunky weight yarn for your project. Scrumptious Chunky is a perfect yarn. The photo (left) shows the three colors of Scrumptious Chunky we presently have in stock, along with an example of a cardigan that was knitted using Scrumptious Chunky. Scrumptious Chunky is the same blend of Silk/Merino Wool as the other Scrumptious yarns. Each skein is approximately 131 yards. If you do not see the color you are looking for, we have evey color available on the way, and should be in the store before the end of next week.

From Manos Del Uruguay we received three beautiful colors of their "Rittenhouse" yarn, which is a 5 ply Merino Wool. Each skein is hand dyed, and is 100% Merino Wool, and is approximately 241 yards long. Rittenhouse is another excellent example of the very exceptional yarns that Manos Del Uruguay produces. The far right image shows a cardigan make using Rittenhouse.

Flounce has just introduced a "Metallic" variant of their very popular yarn. We have all eight of the colors which are currently available in stock. The metallic highlights in Flounce really gives the yarn an different appeal, and makes the finished piece have a different appearance which would be well suited to complement evening attire, and in more upscale settings. Flounce has been a perennial favorite yarn, and Flounce Metallic is certain to keep the interest alive.

We received seven great colors of Cascade Yarns "Venezia," as shown in the photo (right). Venezia is a blend of 70% Merino Wool and 30% Silk, making it a very warm, feeling, and at the same time having many properties associated with silk, including a luster and elegance. Each ball of Venezia is approximately 102 yards.

November 23: The Shrug shown was just finished using Cascade Yarns "Greenland" yarn.

It is quite exquisite, and very suitable for holiday parties just ahead, or other times when you want to setoff an outfit. We used a free pattern, which you can download to make this shrug. We used 8 skeins of Cascade "Greenland." This shrug is very elegant, and will also keep the chill off during cool evenings. The stitchwork is exceptional as the photo below attest. It reallt is a stand out piece that will garner attention whereever you wear it.

Just in time for holiday knitting, a fresh shipment of Malabrigo "Rios." We received six great colors of Rios yesterday.

The photo left shows the six beautiful colors of Rios we received yesterday. We have more on backorder as well. Malabrigo yarns are really exceptional, and make beautiful knitted pieces. Rios has been extremely popular, and is a heavier yarn, which is perfect for the cooler weather just ahead or for gifts for frainds and family who live in colder climates. Each skein of Rios is approx 210 yards of pure superwash merino.

November 17: New inventory from Karabella Yarns and Trendsetter, both of which are really exceptional yarns.

Aurora 8 from Karabella is one of the most versatile yarns, that is perfectly suited to a wide variety of knitting projects. The photo left shows the 13 colors we have added to our existing inventory of this very wonderful yarn. Each ball is approx 98 yards of 100% Extrafine Merino Wool. The quality of Aurora 8 is inpossible to beat, and the results you achieve with this yarn speak for themselves. We have knitted examples in the store so you can see for yourself.

In the style that is uniquely Trendsetter comes a new yarn named "Bodega." As the photo right attests it is quite beautiful with incredible colorations that are quite unique. At tthe far right of the adjacent photo is a scarf that was made using Bodega, and that is testament to the beauty and elegance of the finished garments. Bodega is also quite simple to knit, which is a secret you can keep to yourself because the results will definitely suggest otherwise.

November 10: Some really exciting new yarns. From KFI we received two incredible new yarns.

From Debbie Bliss we received six wonderful colors of Donegal Luxury Tweed Chunky. This yarn is hand made in Kilcar, Ireland, and as you might expect it is really a delightful yarn. It is 85% wool and 15% angora giving the yarn a very wonderful feeling that is quite pleasant against your skin. Tweeds are quite fashionable, especially during during cooler weather. If this yarn is suited for the weather in Ireland, it is certainly up to what we experience here in Central Florida. We also have a book of patterns available which has some really nice patterns, such as the coat which is pictured in the photo (left). This yarn is timeless, and exceptional quality.

Park Avenue is a new yarn from Katia, which is as elegant as its name suggests. Park Avenue is a blend of 37% acrylic; 35% polymide; and 28% Kid Mohair. This blend is itself elegant, but the manner in which this yarn is made is truly unique. It is perfect for scarves, which are certain to be head turners, and just in time for the holiday season which is just around the corner. You must feel this yarn to appreciate it. The photo (right) shows the four colors of Park Avenue we have in stock.

November 5: Late this week we received a lot of new inventory, much of which is absolutely perfect for the cooler weather ahead, as well as for holiday knitting projects.

Subito, pictured in the photo (left) is a wonderful blend of 53% virign wool, and 47% Polacryl, making it a very easy to care for material, and one that is quite ruggest, and warm. It is very adaptable for beautiful scarves, and jackets that will be incredibly warm, and appealing. It is a bulk weight yarn, that you would use a size 355 needle when knitting. The colors on this yarn are really incredible. It is hand dyed, and comes from Germany. We have six beautiful colors in stock.

Fang shown in the photo (right) is another wonderful yarn from Germaany. Like Subito, it is quite versatile, and will produce magnificent knitting pieces, including garments like jackets. The colors and textures in Fang are unlike any other that we have seen. This yarn is hand dyed, and is a blend of 99% merino wool, and 1% polymid making for an extremely warm, and cozy feel. It is a boucle yarn, and would make a magnificent cardigan. It is superwash wool. We have six greeat colors in stock.

Silverstar shown in the photo (left) is another great yarn for a wide variety of knitting projects, including those for the holidays, given its silver hues. Silverstar is a blen of 63% alpaca; 32% polymid; & 5% polyester making this yarn very durable, and cozy. It is great for cowls, cardigans, shawls, hats, etc. It is very warm, and would make perfeect accessories for the holidays.

Kid Seta (photo right) is a beautiful mohair blen of 71% kid mohair; 20% silk; & 9% lurexx which means that this yarn is absolutely magnificent, elegant, soft and appealing. It is perfect for a wide variety of knitting projects. Scarves, shawls, etc are all possibilities for this very lovely yarn. It would make absolutely magnificent holiday gifts. We have six colors in stock.

"Party Angel" shown in the photo (right) is absolutely a perfect yarn to make accessories for your holiday attire. Party Angel is a blendd of 72% Super Kid Mohair; 24% Ssilk; & $% Metalized Polyester making Party Angel as wonderful tto the touch as it is dazzling in its appearance. The metalic accepts are just enough to really set off this yarn. The three colors we have are all perfect for making the perfect accessory for that holiday outfit. You will be a stand out wearing somthing made with this very unique yarn. After the holidays it will perfect for every day attire as well. If you want to stand out from the crowd, wear a scarf, cowl, shawl made with Party Angel.

What could be more timely and appropriate for the seaason than a beautiful shawl made with a very unique, and appealing yarn named "Autumn? Autumn embodies the season perfectly. Embedded in the yarn are the falll leaves, along with small wood pieces which resemble twigs from trees. We have five colors of Autumn to choose from. What a perfect confluence of being able to make a very unique piece to wear, and have it be so appropriate for the season. Autumn is a blen of 47% Acrylic; 44% Cotton; & 9% Polyester making Autumn a very warm, and durable garment. Sstop by the store and see this example, it will inspire you to make one for yourself.

November 4: Your Knitting "Dreamz" have now come true. Yesterday we received a very large inventory of the highly acclaimed, and long awaited needles from Knitter's Pride. These needles are remarkably beautiful, and very well constructed. Moreover, they are in all likelihood the most competitive needles available anywhere. Let there be no confusion about these needles, they are NOT the same needles that may have been available through Knit Picks. Knitter's Pride are entirely new to the market. The Knitting Patch is your resource for Knitter's Pride needles in Central Florida. We quite literally have multiple sets of every needle, in every size in stock and available. To learn more about Knitter's Pride click on the adjacent image to visit their website and learn more about these fabulous needles.

Boris, who has so faithfully served as our store mascot turned model was recently promoted to Director of Security. Our belief was that as our security officer, someone would have to be crazy to pick a fight with a Polar Bear! Boris was sworn in yesterday, and received his official credentials as you can see in the photo below. He was overwhelmed by this turn of events, and promised to keep modelling for us. Those of you who know Boris are certain to be happy with the news of his promotion.

To Steam (Block) or Not to Steam (Blosk) That is the question... We hear this question frequently. Some customers have said that other stores have told them it is not necessary. In a few cases (depending in fiber) this is true, but almost universally, you need to steam and blok in order to finish your project. In the context of a picture paints a thousand words, below is a photo of a recently completed knitted afghan, and we have taken photographs before and after the steaming, and the results speak for themselves. Steaming will "reset" the yarns memory, and allow it to relax. Accordingly the steaming process will make your finished project larger, in the case of this afghan, it grew by about 25%! Look at the before and after photos below, and judge for yourself - is steaming/blocking necessary?

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We are located in The Westmonte Plaza, Suite 1108, which is 195 S. Westmonte Drive, Altamonte Springs. Our telephone number is 407-331-5648 (KNIT). Our store is located next to The Dance Dresser (Ballroom dancing attire). We are blessed with abundant parking, and a very convenient location near the Interstate I-4 & SR 436 intersection, just west of I-4 behind McDonalds & Bojangles. South Westmonte is the third traffic light west of the I-4/SR-436 intersection. We are open 10:00am until 6:00pm Monday thru Saturday.

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