Dear Friends,
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! I hope you're preparing for a delighftul celebration this holiday weekend. I wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of you: our incredible community who supports Monarch Knitting, the talented women I am fortunate to work with, the fantastic companies that keep our shelves full, the inspiring designers who bring so much creativity into our lives, and, of course, our amazing clients. Your support means the world to us, and we’re genuinely grateful to have you as part of our local yarn store family!
We’re especially excited to welcome you to Small Business Weekend! The shop will be warm and welcoming, bustling with friends and community. As a thank you, everyone who spends over $50 (pre-tax) on Friday and Saturday will receive a special surprise (while supplies last), and all who visit will be entered into a prize drawing. We can’t wait to see you!
This week, we’re debuting our Curated Seasons boxes. The 2026 theme, “Traveling Stitches,” features three fiber-filled journeys to vibrant yarn festivals and the cities that host them. Each box will include yarn inspired by the destination, along with a selection of fabulous surprises. As always, I carefully consider every item, asking myself if I’d be happy to receive or gift it to a fellow crafter. Please click here to learn more about and sign up for this year’s Curated Seasons.
Knit and Be Happy,
Ann
P.S. I held a couple of Advent Calendars in case of any delivery issues. We now have one of the extras in our shop. Grab it while it’s available!
Shop small with us—online or in-store—and help support local this season! Everyone who spends $50 or more (before tax/shipping) will receive a thank-you gift, and we’ll be drawing names for special giveaways, too. We’re so grateful for you!
Our 2026 Curated Seasons is here!
Join us for a year of Traveling Stitches as we journey through three inspiring destinations—each box celebrating a place, a season, and the joy of making. You’ll receive luxury yarn in city-inspired colorways, thoughtfully chosen extras, and a link to pattern suggestions to spark your creativity. And to finish the year, our Holiday Box arrives as a festive treat—no yarn this time, just pure delight.
A little travel, a little creativity, and a whole lot of Monarch charm. A wonderful gift for yourself or a fellow maker! Order yours here: 2026 Curated Seasons: Traveling Stitches
Highlights
Step into your stripes era with this playful, cozy scarf by Veronika Lindberg. It features bold, rhythmic striping framed by a clean ribbed border, giving it a polished yet modern feel. We’re knitting ours in Woolfolk Tynd, a supremely soft, silky merino that makes every stripe feel luxurious. Light, warm, and wonderfully drapey, it’s the kind of scarf you’ll wrap up in all season long. And with its simple construction and timeless look, it’s absolutely MK Gift Ready!
MK Gift Ready!
A beautiful exploration of texture and shape, featuring graceful cables, a polished i-cord edge, and an asymmetrical silhouette that feels both modern and timeless, this cowl is a showstopper! We’ve paired Lamana Como with their Premia to give this knit a featherlight feel and a touch of mohair softness. Cozy, luxurious, and soothing to stitch, it’s a project you’ll enjoy every step of the way and one you’ll love wearing all season long.
Charming and addictively fun, this hat by Ysolda the features a beautifully bold colorwork design inspired by botanical prints. This playful, non-symmetrical motif is both eye-catching and approachable, especially with the clever ladderback jacquard technique that keeps floats tidy. We’ve paired Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino with the vibrant colors of Spincycle Dream State for kits that feel warm, soft, and wonderfully fun to knit. A perfect gift for any plant lover or for yourself!
If you love settling into your favorite corner with a book and a warm mug, these socks are the perfect companion. Designed for slow, cozy moments, these socks feature soft ribbing and a touch of garter stitch through the heel and sole for extra comfort. We’re featuring Salty Blonde Fiber Cashmere Luxe, a beautifully soft yarn that turns these socks into a true treat for your feet. The perfect little luxury for winter reading days!
When Blue Bayou appeared on our feeds, we knew immediately: we had to cast on. This seamless, top-down pullover from Isabell Kraemer has all the makings of a forever-favorite—welting at the neck and hem, a classic raglan fit, and that beautifully textured broken seed stitch throughout the body. Paired with the new colors of mYak Fior di Lino, it’s soft, lightweight, and dreamy to knit. A cozy, timeless sweater you’ll want to wear the minute it’s off the needles!
Kits to keep you stitching…
here is a recap of last week's projects!
Featured in the shop!
We’re excited to share a fresh restock from Artifact, including a brand-new color and a brand-new product we think you’ll love:
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Artifact Project Bags and new color - Berry!
A vibrant new shade that’s perfect for fall and winter making. -
NEW Artifact Luggage Tags
I use these on my suitcases and my knitting bag - so if either wanders off, it always finds its way back to me!
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Classes & Events
We offer a variety of classes and knitting help, both virtual and in-store. Visit our site to learn more details about each class, to see the list of requirements, and to sign up! When signing up for a class, please note the list of supplies and, if required, the homework. 
Friday, November 28th and Saturday, November 29th
December
Knitting 101
Saturdays, December 6th and 13th, from noon to 1:30 pm
Never Not Gnoming Workshop
Saturday, December 6th and 13th, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
