The Knittin’ Coop

10/23/2026

MALABRIGO DAY - WHAT’S IN STORE FOR YOU?

—Yarn tastings (bring your needles for a chance to try all Malabrigo yarn bases)

—Chances to win

—Pattern giveaways (with Malabrigo purchase)

—New Yarn Release—“Brisa”

Brisa is a Sport/DK blend of merino, cupro, and silk. Brisa means “breeze” in Spanish, and the yarn moves like one: light, with a soft drape and a gentle shine. Cupro is a plant-based fiber made from cotton linter, the soft, silky fibers left over after cotton is processed. If you haven’t worked with cupro before, think of it as a fiber that helps fabric fall smoothly and catch the light.
Merino gives Brisa its soft hand, while cupro and silk bring lightness, a subtle sheen, and beautiful drape. The result is a fabric that feels delicate without feeling insubstantial, with enough movement to flow beautifully as you wear it.

Brisa is made for lightweight layers you can reach for all season long. Its soft feel and fluid drape make it especially lovely for sweaters, cardigans, flowing tops, shawls, scarves, and delicate accessories.
For fall, think lightweight sweaters and cardigans that layer beautifully without feeling heavy, or a shawl or scarf with just the right amount of drape.
Its three-ply construction gives stitches definition, while the merino, cupro, and silk blend creates a fabric that feels soft, light, and fluid.

SPORT/DK - 100g/328yd - 60%
Merino Wool, 30% Cupro, 10% Silk

**see comments for more

10/13/2026

**FRESHLY HATCHED** The Muppets Christmas Carol Official Amigurumi Crochet has arrived!

(throat clearing) You may not want to hear this but NOW is the time to get on those Christmas gifts!! Christmas is only 73 days away!! I know…I know—we haven’t had Halloween yet BUT if you are a maker you need this time to get things on the needles & hooks!

I have Christmas Stocking kits and West Yorkshire Spinners Christmas sock yarn in stock!

10/07/2026

**ATTENTION - SPECIAL HOURS THIS SATURDAY

Due to the Salem Half Marathon’s road closures shop hours will be 1-6pm.

As a former runner…Please be patient and cheer on all those runners who have trained so hard for this race. I have many friends out there on this challenging course.

Sorry for any inconvenience and Thank you for understanding.

10/06/2026

What’s new in the shop??

HARRY POTTER™ SELF-STRIPING SCARF YARN BY SIRDAR
Support Your House - or your favorite Team!
Calling all Harry Potter™ fans! Whether you’re a knitting wizard or a complete beginner, it couldn’t be easier to make your own Hogwarts scarf with Sirdar’s Self-Striping Scarf Yarn. Show your house pride as you knit a scarf in the iconic house colours of Gryffindor™, Slytherin™, Ravenclaw™ or Hufflepuff™ using just one ball of Sirdar Self-Striping Scarf Yarn.

Worsted Merino Superwash Hand Dyed SPLASH
Color your world. Stitch by stitch. Worsted Merino Superwash Hand Dyed Splash brings together the softness of merino wool, the ease of superwash care, and the joyful character of hand-dyed color. Each skein is full of lively tonal shifts and playful splashes, creating a fabric with depth, movement, and one-of-a-kind charm. With its versatile worsted weight, this yarn is perfect for sweaters, hats, scarves, blankets, and accessories that invite you to explore color and texture. The generous yardage makes it easy to dream big, while the beautifully dyed palette ensures that every project feels personal.

Sonnet by Plymouth Yarn
New from Plymouth is the sweetest touch of luxury perfect for your loved ones! With the softness and springiness of merino wool combined with the luster and drape of silk and bamboo, Sonnet is a new classic!
Fiber: 60% Merino Wool, 20% Mulberry Silk, 20% Bamboo Viscose
100g / 382yds

AND

NEW “PESTO” stitch markers and Semi-Precious stitch markers sets from Thyme Weaver!

10/05/2026

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! The ladies in Lynchburg have their hooks and needles on FIRE!!🔥🔥🔥 Keep the knockers coming contest at The Knittin' Coop runs through Oct 31st!

🩷 Lynchburg, Virginia, you knocked it out of the park! 🩷

What happens when a caring community comes together with yarn, needles, hooks, and a heart for helping others? Something truly special. 🧶💕

With the help of community contact Melanie Thompson and The Knittin’ Coop, makers throughout the Lynchburg area created and donated an incredible number of Knitted Knockers during our September Yarn Shop Challenge.

Every stitch represents time, talent, and a whole lot of love—and each Knitted Knocker will help bring comfort and confidence to someone recovering from breast cancer surgery.

A heartfelt thank-you to Robin, Melanie, and everyone at The Knittin’ Coop, along with every knitter and crocheter who joined in and made this effort such a success. And thank you for sharing these wonderful photos with us! https://f.mtr.cool/pm1hiztoj3

This is what the Yarn Shop Challenge is all about: bringing makers together to make a difference. 💗 Stay tuned as we announce the individual winners later this week!

10/01/2026

This weekend is our Annual Wilderness Fiber Retreat—

The shop will be closed on Oct 2 & 3, sorry for any inconvenience this closure may cause.

Please make plans to join us at our Retreat NEXT YEAR!! You won’t regret it!

10/01/2026

Emma’s Crazy Beautiful Color Club—Oct 2026

October 2026 is a treat! Delicious like a yummy sprinkled donut on a cool autumn morning. It pairs beautifully with Navy Blazer, Over The Moon, new color “Mull It Over”, Glazed Donut, and Ladies and Magentlemen.

**I made a mistake when ordering my colors, the complimentary colors are on their way.

09/29/2026

October Calendar -- PLEASE NOTE these changes:
--CLOSED Oct 2 & 3
--Opening late Oct 10th due to road closures for The Salem Half Marathon.