Throughout this year we have seen an amazing display of Aurora Borealis in unusally accessible parts of the northern hemisphere, giving many of us a new appreciation for the Northern lights. This month’s collector colourway, POLARIS, is inspired by the bright colours of the northern lights surrounded by the night sky full of stars.
he holiday season may not be here yet, but if you are hoping to make your “knitworthy” loved ones gifts this year, it’s time to get started! Unless you are very ambitious, smaller gifts and accessories are the way to go.
I’ve put together a list of FREE knit and crochet patterns with Koigu yarn suggestions to help you get your gift making started without a hitch.
This month’s collector colour is inspired by the cool, clean colours of MARBLE. Marble is a natural stone with crystallized minerals that can be found worldwide. It has been popular in architecural design and decor since Roman times and become a cultural symbol of tradition and refined taste.
This fall is extra special at the Koigu farm because we have a wedding in the family… the face of Koigu, Kersti, is getting married on the Koigu farm this weekend and our minds have been on everything wedding! So, of course, this month’s collector colour is inspired by the upcoming event.
The day is finally here and Koigu could not be happier. With our special edition Canada Day yarns in our shop being bought and shipped across the country and big festivities on their way, we are pleased bring to you our final 7 Canadian Koigu shops.
2 days to Canada 150! and we want to spread the Canadian love further with another 10 of our Canadian Koigu stores. Check out these lovely shops carrying our yarns across our beautiful country.
1. A Twist of Yarn
Vernon, British Columbia
2. Black Sheep Yarns
Port Moody, British Columbia
3. Dartmouth Yarns
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
4. Handknit Yarn Studio
Hamilton, Ontario
5. Intwined Fibrearts
Salmon Arm, British Columbia
6. Knit-o-matic
Toronto, Ontario
7. Knit Cafe
Toronto, Ontario
8. Knit2 Yarns
Kamloops, British Columbia
9. La Maison Tricotée
Montreal, Quebec
10. Mad About Ewe
Nanaimo, British Columbia
Give our wonderful Canadian retailers some love and give them a visit!
Love,
Koigu
The Koigu farm is nestled down a side road in Southern Grey County Ontario, Canada. The farm's landscape of rolling hills, pond, bush and fields create a beautiful canvas for creation. One of the many reasons why Maie Landra originally purchased the farm 45 years ago was the inspiration she drew from it, whether that be for her pen and ink drawings, tapestries or even the begining of the dying process. Colour and inspiration can be felt throughout the Koigu Farm and area.
Canada's celebration of 150 years has put a spotlight on the beautiful and varied landscape which Canada is built on.
Translating a landscape to canvas or even the painting of yarn is up to the creator's interpretation. We have gathered photos together which we believe show the most iconic and stunning aspects of our farm, many of which are sunsets! It’s easy to see Koigu’s surroundings reflected in our yarns, colours and garments.
Koigu Summer 6K contest is open to anyone over the age of 13. A prize will be given to six random contestant, and will include 5 skeins of Koigu Lace in summer shades.
Enter before July 3rd and winners will be announced that day!
Being based in Canada, most of our retailers do happen to be based throughout our southern neighbour, the USA, but we do have a few proudly Canadian stores that carry Koigu yarn and products. As our countdown to Canada Day 150 continues, we would like to feature our top 8 Canadian retailers across the country. (for our full retailer list: go here.)
1. Espace Tricot
Montreal, Quebec
Bright, modern space with a colourful selection.
3. PassionKnit
Toronto, Ontario
4. Pudding Yarn
Calgary, Alberta
6. Art of Yarn
Kelowna, British Columbia
7. Purlin' J's Roving Yarn Company
Kingston, Ontario
Quirkiest yarn truck to roam the lands!
8. Riverside Yarns
Owen Sound, Ontario
Our local retailer.
We love our Canadian stores! Happy shopping!
Love,
Koigu
The big day is almost here! 150 years of our beautiful home, Canada, is only a few days away.
Koigu is based in Grey County, a stunning area filled with green farms, fresh lakes and rock formations. Strawberry season is here and we have been surrounded by beautiful reds. We love that we have been proudly Canadian for 25 years so to mark the special occasion we hand-dyed two limited edition KPPPM yarns!
Both were created with a medley of reds featuring Canada's official Flag Red, the exact same dye used to make our national flag. One is speckled and the other is tie dyed, cheekily and patriotically named "Canada Eh" and "Oh Canada".
Left: Canada Eh. Right: Oh Canada.
You can buy these two vivid colours in our new online store that features unique, not-available-in-stores Koigu yarns and products. Pudding Yarn also is now proudly also carrying them. Act fast because skeins are limited!
HAPPY CANADA DAY!
Love,
Koigu.
Throughout this year we have seen an amazing display of Aurora Borealis in unusally accessible parts of the northern hemisphere, giving many of us a new appreciation for the Northern lights. This month’s collector colourway, POLARIS, is inspired by the bright colours of the northern lights surrounded by the night sky full of stars.