Here I go, knitting again! Between dyeing all this yarn and moving around yarn bases, I almost forgot how much I truly love to knit...and what better yarn to use than my own!
So, I saved a few skeins for myself (selfish I'll admit, but crucial in continuing to become familiar with my own products). And since most of you are curious about how Lambstrings Yarn knits up, I can provide at least a few swatches as I go.
I'm happy to report that it really does work up beautifully!
Here is the "Raven" colorway shown on Sadie Sock HT (100% superwash merino, 400 yds, single ply)
You can see that it works up in a kind of mottled fashion, not quite striping or pooling, but just enough visual mixing of colors to effective show all color components without skewing any stitch detail! I'm so pleased with this!
Pattern is Annis Shawl by Susanna IC on Ravelry.
Sunday, August 9, 2015
Friday, June 19, 2015
Yarn review and Oh my... New yarn bases!!
Hi all!
I want to start out by saying how SUPER EXCITED I am to have my yarn reviewed NEXT WEEK by Hot Pink Socks Blog!! That's right, a review! I am both nervous and excited... what a great opportunity! Hot Pink Socks has reviewed some of the most lovely yarns and patterns I've come across, from Cedar House Yarns to Alexandra Davidoff's amazing patterns, she really has an eye and a much appreciated interest in new designers and shops! I'm so honored to be a part of it :)
Make sure you look for it HERE the week of June 22nd 2015!!
In other awesome news...
I've been working on some new sock yarn bases...
both 100% superwash merino,
one strong single ply,
one round and squishy!
Introducing the new players in the Lambstrings yarn sock weight showdown at my Etsy Shop!
Ewetopia Sock!
100% Superwash merino
438 yds/ 100g
The base yarn for Ewetopia Sock is a 100% superwash merino wool with 4 ply texture. It is super springy and incredibly soft, almost indescribable. It is extra rounded for added strength and is perfect for any project!
Sadie Sock HT!
100% Superwash merino
400 yds/ 100g
The base yarn for Sadie Sock HT is 100% superwash merino wool in a wonderfully soft single ply texture with a high twist for added strength. It is machine washable.


I want to start out by saying how SUPER EXCITED I am to have my yarn reviewed NEXT WEEK by Hot Pink Socks Blog!! That's right, a review! I am both nervous and excited... what a great opportunity! Hot Pink Socks has reviewed some of the most lovely yarns and patterns I've come across, from Cedar House Yarns to Alexandra Davidoff's amazing patterns, she really has an eye and a much appreciated interest in new designers and shops! I'm so honored to be a part of it :)
Make sure you look for it HERE the week of June 22nd 2015!!
In other awesome news...
I've been working on some new sock yarn bases...
both 100% superwash merino,
one strong single ply,
one round and squishy!
Introducing the new players in the Lambstrings yarn sock weight showdown at my Etsy Shop!
Ewetopia Sock!
100% Superwash merino
438 yds/ 100g
The base yarn for Ewetopia Sock is a 100% superwash merino wool with 4 ply texture. It is super springy and incredibly soft, almost indescribable. It is extra rounded for added strength and is perfect for any project!
Sadie Sock HT!
100% Superwash merino
400 yds/ 100g
The base yarn for Sadie Sock HT is 100% superwash merino wool in a wonderfully soft single ply texture with a high twist for added strength. It is machine washable.


Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Nickles and Dimes is ready!!
The new hat design is ready! Here is "Nickles and Dimes."
Nickles and dimes is a slouchy beanie whose inspiration came from the
beauty of mere pocket change. We all, at one time or another, have
reached into our pockets and pulled out a handful of nickles and
dimes…in search of the all powerful quarter, no doubt.
Next time, don’t despair! Just look at all those coins glisten
together, all of that lovely layering of circles, writing and rigid
edges. It is certainly note worthy!
The pattern for Nickles and Dimes is constructed of a series of
cables, eyelets, and twisted stitches which allows for it’s beautiful
texture of intertwining circular ribs and dainty lace embellishments.
This pattern includes both charts and written instructions for the cable pattern and its decreases.
Finished measurements:
17.5 (43.75 cm) - 18.5” (47 cm) x 9.5” (24 cm).
Hat will stretch to 22”.
Note:
If you feel a larger size is necessary, please use US#7/4.5 mm needles for entire piece.
17.5 (43.75 cm) - 18.5” (47 cm) x 9.5” (24 cm).
Hat will stretch to 22”.
Note:
If you feel a larger size is necessary, please use US#7/4.5 mm needles for entire piece.
Materials needed:
Lambstrings Alpaca Ewe (1 skein/ 250 yds/ 4 oZ)
US#6/ 4 mm (XS/S) and US#7/ 4.5 mm (all sizes) 36” circular knitting needles for magic loop method - or - set of 5 DPN’s in sizes established.
One place marker.
One cable needle.
Lambstrings Alpaca Ewe (1 skein/ 250 yds/ 4 oZ)
US#6/ 4 mm (XS/S) and US#7/ 4.5 mm (all sizes) 36” circular knitting needles for magic loop method - or - set of 5 DPN’s in sizes established.
One place marker.
One cable needle.
Pattern is available for $5.00 through my Ravelry shop
or
through Lambstrings Etsy shop
I hope you enjoy it!
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Long Island Fiber and Fleece Festival!!
(This one on the right is my new best friend.... )
We learned more about:
Spinning
Weaving
Woodworking
Different fibers and where they come from
Shearing
Quilting
and Herding.
All of the vendors were incredible and no to mention, some of the NICEST people I've ever met...Knitting and fiber really does make you a nicer person! Anyway, it was fun :)
Some notable vendors included:
Flatland Alpacas
Groovy Hues Fibers
Fiddle Knits
Long Island Livestock Co.
Looliemom Fiber Arts
Not so Shabby Chic
Nuna Knits
...And so many more!
Herding Demo! (please excuse my "Hmmmm" noise).
Sunday, May 10, 2015
New yarn base and hat design!!!
So I've been working away my troubles and throwing myself into this fun "side business" just enough to feel really accomplished lately!
Thank you to everyone for being so supportive and excited about this venture! The shop has been open for almost 8 weeks now and the yarns are receiving some much needed positive attention!
A new yarn base has been added to the shop!
Introducing Sadie Sock HT!!!
Named after Sadie Hawkins, the lovely single lady who's story sparked a tradition practiced across America that teaches young girls that they can be completely in charge of their own love lives, that their counterparts are their own choice!
And if no one is fit to meet their needs, then being a single lady becomes empowering! As it should.
Sadie Sock HT is composed of 100% Superwash merino wool with a high twist. 400 yds/ 100g.
It is the perfect balance of softness and strength, just like an empowered single lady!!
Come visit the shop to see more!
And remember, you can always put in a custom order if you'd like Sadie Sock HT in a color that is not currently available!
Next is hat design!!
This is Cassia! A sweet slouchy beanie with cable and lace detail!
Thank you to everyone for being so supportive and excited about this venture! The shop has been open for almost 8 weeks now and the yarns are receiving some much needed positive attention!
A new yarn base has been added to the shop!
Introducing Sadie Sock HT!!!
Named after Sadie Hawkins, the lovely single lady who's story sparked a tradition practiced across America that teaches young girls that they can be completely in charge of their own love lives, that their counterparts are their own choice!
And if no one is fit to meet their needs, then being a single lady becomes empowering! As it should.
Sadie Sock HT is composed of 100% Superwash merino wool with a high twist. 400 yds/ 100g.
It is the perfect balance of softness and strength, just like an empowered single lady!!
Come visit the shop to see more!
And remember, you can always put in a custom order if you'd like Sadie Sock HT in a color that is not currently available!
Next is hat design!!
This is Cassia! A sweet slouchy beanie with cable and lace detail!
This slouchy beanie is reminiscent of the wonderfully sprouting
cassia tree branches and it’s flowering buds. It has a method to it’s
madness, creating a delightful pattern as it grows up toward the sun.
Cassia is constructed of a series of increases, decreases, and yarn overs which gives the illusion of intricate cables without that pesky 3rd needle.
She is made for long walks admiring nature and petting small animals, but if you’d like to wear her anywhere else, I’m sure she’ll be happy to tag along :)
Cassia is knit using only 1 skein of Malabrigo Worsted in the "Red Mahogany" colorway, but any heavy worsted yarn will do. Gauge is 22sts/ 28 rows on US#7 for the rib. US#8 needles are used for the pattern work on this hat.
This pattern is currently in the works and will be my very first pattern for sale through my etsy and ravelry shop! Of course, wouldn't you know, I had no idea you have to actually subscribe to Adobe Reader in order to compose a coherent downloadable pattern....I know, I know, this is stuff that EVERYBODY knows.......everybody but me.
But have no fear, as soon as i get throught the last obstacle on this venture, you can be sure that I will be posting it EVERYWHERE!
Until next time,
Shanna F.
Lambstrings
Cassia is constructed of a series of increases, decreases, and yarn overs which gives the illusion of intricate cables without that pesky 3rd needle.
She is made for long walks admiring nature and petting small animals, but if you’d like to wear her anywhere else, I’m sure she’ll be happy to tag along :)
Cassia is knit using only 1 skein of Malabrigo Worsted in the "Red Mahogany" colorway, but any heavy worsted yarn will do. Gauge is 22sts/ 28 rows on US#7 for the rib. US#8 needles are used for the pattern work on this hat.
This pattern is currently in the works and will be my very first pattern for sale through my etsy and ravelry shop! Of course, wouldn't you know, I had no idea you have to actually subscribe to Adobe Reader in order to compose a coherent downloadable pattern....I know, I know, this is stuff that EVERYBODY knows.......everybody but me.
But have no fear, as soon as i get throught the last obstacle on this venture, you can be sure that I will be posting it EVERYWHERE!
Until next time,
Shanna F.
Lambstrings
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Designing with Alpaca Ewe
Just a lovely afternoon designing with one of my favorite yarns and colorway!
This cable and eyelet patterned hat is knit with Lambstrings Alpaca Ewe in "Shabby Chic" colorway.
50% Superfine Alpaca/ 50% Wool.
250yds/ 100g/ 4 oz.
Recommended needle size is US#7/ 4.5mm-US#9/ 5.5mm for 4-5 sts/ inch.
You can find this yarn and more available colorways here!
Pattern soon to be available for purchase through my etsy shop ans well as ravelry store!
I'm very excited about this design!
This cable and eyelet patterned hat is knit with Lambstrings Alpaca Ewe in "Shabby Chic" colorway.
50% Superfine Alpaca/ 50% Wool.
250yds/ 100g/ 4 oz.
Recommended needle size is US#7/ 4.5mm-US#9/ 5.5mm for 4-5 sts/ inch.
You can find this yarn and more available colorways here!
Pattern soon to be available for purchase through my etsy shop ans well as ravelry store!
I'm very excited about this design!
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Getting ready to open my Etsy shop!!!!!
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| "Grizzly"_ Alpaca Ewe- Worsted |
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| "Oracle"_ Alpaca Ewe- Worsted |
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| "Vamp"_Alpaca Ewe- Worsted |
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| "Shabby Chic"_ Alpaca Ewe- Worsted |
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| "Bourbon"_Ewetopia-DK |
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| "Caribbean Queen"_Ewetopia- DK |
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| "Clover"_Ewetopia- DK |
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| "Deep Sunset"_Ewetopia- DK |
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| "Harpy"_Ewetopia- DK |
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| "Romance"_Ewetopia- DK |
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| "Serene"_Ewetopia- DK |
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| "Vamp"_Ewetopia- DK |
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| "Wildfire"_Ewetopia-DK |
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| "Blue Canary"_Ewetopia- Fingering |
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| "Caribou"_Ewetopia- Fingering |
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| "Corazon"_Ewetopia-Fingering |
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| "Emerald City"_Ewetopia- Fingering |
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| "Raven"_Ewetopia- Fingering |
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| "Shabby Chic"_Ewetopia- Fingering |
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| "Vamp"_Ewetopia- Fingering |
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| "Vixen"_Ewetopia- Fingering |
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| "Brick"_Ramsey- Aran |
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| "Cobra"_Ramsey- Aran |
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| "Daisy Duke"_Ramsey- Aran |
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