KnitWit Yarn Shop

KnitWit Yarn Shop KnitWit Yarn Shop is a local yarn shop in the West End of Portland, Maine.

I finished my Midcoast sweater design by Jenn Steingass in Chickadee!love.wool
05/28/2026

I finished my Midcoast sweater design by Jenn Steingass in Chickadee!love.wool

Have you knit with Berroco Aerial yet?This lightweight blend of mohair and silk adds a beautiful softness and halo to an...
05/24/2026

Have you knit with Berroco Aerial yet?

This lightweight blend of mohair and silk adds a beautiful softness and halo to any project. It can be carried alongside another yarn for extra warmth and texture, or used on its own to create a fabric that feels light as air.

One pattern we think showcases Aerial beautifully is Triple Time by Elizabeth Smith. The sweater is knit with three strands of lace-weight yarn held together, creating a surprisingly lightweight fabric with wonderful drape and softness. The seamless top-down construction makes it an enjoyable knit, and the finished sweater is one you'll reach for again and again.

We have a lovely selection of Aerial colors available in the shop and online. If you've been looking for your next sweater project, this might be it.

https://knitwitportland.com/blogs/newsletters/triple-time-in-berroco-aerial

Have you used mohair in a project before? Tell us what you made in the comments!

Elizabeth Smith Knits

If you’ve been putting off knitting a sweater because it feels like too big of a project, this is the one to start with....
05/05/2026

If you’ve been putting off knitting a sweater because it feels like too big of a project, this is the one to start with.

Crazy Sexy Wool from Wool and the Gang is a super bulky yarn that gives you instant progress. Big stitches, soft texture, and a project that moves quickly from cast-on to finished piece.

We love it for the Gallant Sweater by Caidree. It’s a beginner-friendly, top-down design with a bold, chunky look, a cropped fit, and a simple short turtleneck. Straightforward to knit and easy to wear.

If you’re ready for a sweater that feels doable and fun, this is it.

https://knitwitportland.com/blogs/newsletters/crazy-sexy-wool

Urth Yarns created the Patina Scarf kits to help us celebrate LYS Day. These sold out fast, but we now have some more in...
04/26/2026

Urth Yarns created the Patina Scarf kits to help us celebrate LYS Day. These sold out fast, but we now have some more in stock. Grab one today, if you've had your eye on these!

The Patina Scarf is a small triangular scarf with a reversible wavy rib texture and an optional pull-through detail that makes it easy to style and wear every day.

Knit with a strand of fine merino and a strand of variegated mohair, it creates a soft watercolor effect that shifts as you work. The combination of color and texture makes this a project you’ll enjoy every step of the way.

Shop the Patina Scarf Kits here:
https://knitwitportland.com/products/patina-kit

We are celebrating LYS Day this weekend with a free pattern from Casapinka! This year's LYS design is called Colossal Fl...
04/25/2026

We are celebrating LYS Day this weekend with a free pattern from Casapinka! This year's LYS design is called Colossal Fluff Up. Sharon From Security named it after her secret Door Dash orders were intercepted by Fin from Interpol. HUuuGE dustup, lotsa drama, more on that later. Let's just say it resulted in me looking for Rodeo School out west for Sharon. More on that also, later.

Casapinka patterns are always as much fun as they are beautiful! We had a blast putting together yarns that we think would look amazing as a Colossal Fluff Up!

https://knitwitportland.com/products/colossal-fluff-up-casapinka-2026-lys-day-pattern-kit

Order before 2:00 EST on Sunday, April 26, and we will send you a coupon code for a free copy of this pattern. (Coupon codes expire at the end of the weekend, so make sure you download yours right away!)

Check out all the details of the various LYS day fun we are having this weekend here: https://knitwitportland.com/blogs/newsletters/local-yarn-store-day-2026

Excited to kick off LYS Day with my latest FO. This is the Jörð pullover made in Léttlopi.
04/25/2026

Excited to kick off LYS Day with my latest FO. This is the Jörð pullover made in Léttlopi.

🧶 It's Local Yarn Store Day weekend, and we're celebrating YOU!This Saturday and Sunday (April 26th & 27th), pick up a s...
04/24/2026

🧶 It's Local Yarn Store Day weekend, and we're celebrating YOU!

This Saturday and Sunday (April 26th & 27th), pick up a skein of DK weight yarn in store, and you'll receive a FREE download code for the Treasured Skein Scarfette — a gorgeous new pattern by designed just for this occasion!

This elongated lace scarfette is the perfect way to let a single beautiful skein shine. ✨ It's knit in DK weight yarn and uses less than one skein. We suggest our unique Doubling Point Light yarn.

Codes are only valid this weekend through participating shops, so come visit us! We'd love to celebrate with you.

Click here for all the ways we are celebrating LYS Day: https://knitwitportland.com/blogs/newsletters/local-yarn-store-day-2026

If you’ve been craving something soft with a little extra something, this is it.Alpaca Sparkle from Rowan is new to us a...
04/19/2026

If you’ve been craving something soft with a little extra something, this is it.

Alpaca Sparkle from Rowan is new to us and brings together alpaca, wool, and cotton with a hint of sparkle from delicate sequins. The result is a warm, lightweight fabric that feels luxurious and looks even better in motion.

We love it for the Loren Vest by Lisa Richardson. It’s a timeless piece with nine sizes and an option to add sleeves, so you can make it exactly how you want to wear it.

Stop by the shop to see it in person or shop online here:
https://knitwitportland.com/products/rowan-alpaca-sparkle

If you’re looking for your next project, this one is hard to resist.The Patina Scarf is a small triangular scarf with a ...
04/12/2026

If you’re looking for your next project, this one is hard to resist.

The Patina Scarf is a small triangular scarf with a reversible wavy rib texture and an optional pull-through detail that makes it easy to style and wear every day.

Knit with a strand of fine merino and a strand of variegated mohair, it creates a soft watercolor effect that shifts as you work. The combination of color and texture makes this a project you’ll enjoy every step of the way.

We’ve put together kits that include the yarn and pattern so you can get started right away.

Shop the Patina Scarf Kits here:
https://knitwitportland.com/products/patina-kit

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34 Danforth Street
Portland, ME
04101

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Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm

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