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A mistake in your knitting doesn’t always mean starting over. Sometimes you just need someone to show you how to fix it.

Patty Lyons’ new book, Knitting ER, is full of step-by-step help for repairing projects, from dropped stitches to changes you can make after binding off. Technical drawings and video tutorials give you a closer look at how the repairs work.

If you’d like to try a lesson first, I’ve put a free video on our website where Patty demonstrates picking up a dropped stitch in garter stitch.

Watch the free video:
https://knitwitportland.com/blogs/newsletters/knitting-er

A useful skill to tuck away for later, or perhaps just what you need to get a stalled project moving again.

Get your copy of Knitting ER:

Patty Lyons’ Knitting ER A step-by-step guide to fixing your knits, before and after bind off Knitting emergency? Get help, STAT. Fix every knitting mistake with skill and confidence with this expert guide. Patty Lyons’ Knitting ER is a one-of-a-kind reference packed with step-by-step repair tutorials, clever solutions, a...

Something for your December calendar that doesn’t involve an errand.

Wonderlust, Wonderland Yarns’ 2026 Advent Kit, is available to preorder! Unwrap a new hand-dyed mini skein each day for 24 days, with surprise extras tucked into the adventure.

There are two choices: Mary Ann fi*****ng, featuring a scarf pattern, or Mad Hatter sport, featuring a blanket pattern.

If someone’s been asking what you’d like for the holidays, this might be a useful link to pass along. A little early gifting has its advantages.

Kits will ship in November.

Choose your Wonderlust kit here:
https://knitwitportland.com/products/wonderlust-wonderland-yarns-2026-advent-kits

If your next project starts with “something woolly,” here are two sister yarns to get you thinking.

Juniper Moon Farm Patagonia and Santa Cruz are both made from 100% organic merino wool grown in Argentina. Each sister brings something a little different to your project.

Patagonia is DK weight with a tweedy look that blooms after washing. For a sweater idea, take a look at the Colette pullover by Melissa Leapman.

Santa Cruz is worsted weight with beautiful heathered colors. The Jenna Hat and Scarf by Claudia Wersing is a lovely way to try it, with one skein for the hat or three for the scarf.

I’d love for you to take a look at the colors and imagine what you’d make.

Knitting Fever and Euro Yarns Juniper Moon Farm

Shop Patagonia:
https://knitwitportland.com/products/juniper-moon-patagonia-organic-merino

Shop Santa Cruz:
https://knitwitportland.com/products/santa-cruz-organic-merino

Find the patterns separately on Ravelry:
Colette: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/colette-21
Jenna: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/jenna-10

A beanie and cowl now, a coordinating sweater next? That could be a pretty lovely fall knitting plan.

These beautiful patterns are both called Hadley, both designed by Julie Powell, and both use the same mosaic chevron pattern.

They pair two of our newer Juniper Moon Farm yarns: Firefly, with its brushed halo and subtle shimmer, and Rambouillet, a lofty DK yarn made from American-grown wool.

Choose the beanie and cowl combo for an accessory project, or the relaxed pullover if you’re ready to settle into a sweater. I’d love for you to take a look at the possibilities.

Explore the yarns:
Firefly: https://knitwitportland.com/products/juniper-moon-farm-firefly
Rambouillet: https://knitwitportland.com/products/juniper-moon-farm-rambouillet

Find the patterns separately on Ravelry:
Beanie & Cowl: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hadley-15
Pullover: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hadley-9

Knitting Fever and Euro Yarns Juniper Moon Farm

🎃 Halloween knitting season is almost here!

Wonderland Yarns’ Halloween Storyteller kits are always a big hit, and this year we have two mysteries to choose from.

🕵️ NEW: Secret Stitch Society
Set in 1941, this 13-day mystery combines yarn, pattern clues, goodies and a serialized story. Open your individually wrapped packages as the mystery unfolds, then try to solve the case before the final chapter drops on Halloween.

The MKAL begins October 19, and both knit and crochet options are included.

🔎 Clue is back!
If you missed this popular kit the first time, here’s another chance. Inspired by the classic board game, the Clue Edition lets you stitch your way through a cozy whodunnit with yarn, colorwork motifs, a project bag, knit + crochet patterns, and an exclusive mystery tale.

Both kits are preorders and will ship in early October, so now is the time to order if you want yours ready for the Halloween countdown.

👉 Secret Stitch Society: https://knitwitportland.com/products/secret-stitch-society-halloween-advent-from-wonderland-yarns

👉 Clue: https://knitwitportland.com/products/clue-halloween-advent

Which mystery are you choosing this year? 🎃🔎

Clue — Halloween Advent from Wonderland Yarns - PRE-ORDER This is a pre-order. Kits will ship in early October. CLUEThe game is afoot… and its up to you to stitch the case as you see it. Unravel a cozy who-dunnit with Wonderland Yarns' Clue Edition of the Storyteller Cowl Kit! Inspired by the iconic board game, this kit invites you to stitch your way thr...

🌴 Your December knitting is headed WAY DOWN IN KOKOMO! ☀️🧶

Emma’s Yarn’s 2026 Smalliday Sets are now available for preorder!

If you’re new to Smallidays, think of them as Emma’s version of a yarn advent calendar: each set contains 24 individually wrapped and numbered Smalls, each in a brand-new colorway exclusive to this year’s collection.

And the 2026 theme is WAY DOWN IN KOKOMO, inspired by sunny beaches, tropical islands and the perfect midwinter escape. 🌊🌴

Choose from three yarn bases:

🧶 Practically Perfect Sock
🧶 Simply Spectacular DK
✨ Seashell Sparkle Sock

Your set also includes a 2.5 oz Little Bee Lotion Bar, a new Emma’s Yarn sticker and a pearly progress keeper handmade by Emma.

These are preorders and will be delivered in November 2026, ready for 24 days of yarny surprises during the holiday season.

👉 Preorder yours here: https://knitwitportland.com/products/2026-smalliday-set

Now the difficult question: Sock, DK or Sparkle?

Knit one of Maine’s most iconic landmarks. 🌊🧶

Our exclusive Portland Headlight Beanie Kit has everything you need to make Nancy Bates’ colorful tribute to the Portland Head Light.

Inside each kit you’ll find:

🧶 8 mini skeins of Malabrigo Rios
📖 A copy of the Portland Headlight Beanie pattern by Nancy Bates
🏷️ A Maine “vegan leather” laser-imprinted tag to finish it off

We’ve already taken care of gathering all eight colors, so you don’t have to buy full skeins just to use a little of each.

And you won’t find this particular kit anywhere else. It’s only available from KnitWit.

It’s a fun Maine project for yourself and a pretty great gift for a knitter who loves Vacationland, too.

👉 Shop the kit: https://knitwitportland.com/products/portland-headlight-beanie-kit

⏰ Last call for 50% off the Sky Song pattern!

Today, August 19, is the final day to get Lisa Ross’ new Sky Song MKAL pattern for 50% off on Ravelry with code LIMITLESS.

The mystery begins September 2 and we have seven beautiful Emma’s Yarn Sky Song kits ready for your needles.

Not sure you want to knit a mystery? These same kits work with Lisa’s previous MKAL designs, so you can choose a project where you already know exactly what you’re making. Use code KNOWITALL for 25% off previous MKAL patterns through September 2.

👉 https://knitwitportland.com/blogs/newsletters/sky-song-kits

If you’re joining Sky Song, tell us which colorway you picked! 🧶

Who’s ready for a knitting mystery? 🧶

Lisa Ross of Paper Daisy Creations is back with a new mystery knit along! Sky Song begins September 2, and Emma's Yarn has created seven beautiful kit options using Emma’s Yarn Practically Perfect Sock.

Each kit includes 2 full skeins of Practically Perfect Sock + 7 Practically Perfect Halfs in coordinating colors.

Even better, Lisa is offering 50% off the Sky Song pattern through August 19 on Ravelry with code LIMITLESS.

And if mystery knit alongs aren’t quite your thing, you don’t have to miss out on these color combinations! The kits also work with Lisa’s previous MKAL designs. Choose a finished pattern you already love and use code KNOWITALL for 25% off her previous MKAL patterns through September 2.

So…would you rather knit without knowing what’s coming next, or see the finished project before you cast on?

👉 https://knitwitportland.com/blogs/newsletters/sky-song-kits

🎉 I'm excited to share my newest knitting pattern with you!

The Fast Ribbed Beanie was designed to be an easy, satisfying knit that's perfect for beginners and experienced knitters alike. Using just one skein of Berroco Vintage Chunky and US 10 needles, you'll have a cozy hat finished in no time.

The best part? The pattern is FREE when you purchase one skein of Berroco Vintage Chunky.

If you're thinking ahead to holiday gift knitting, this is a great project to have on your list. Knit one in your favorite color... then cast on another for a friend, family member, or anyone who appreciates a warm handmade gift.

Shop the yarn, download the pattern, and start your first Fast Ribbed Beanie today!

https://knitwitportland.com/blogs/newsletters/fast-ribbed-beanie