New Products/Finds

Note to readers: Look for more interesting inventions, finds and products from knitting entrepreneurs.
Owl shawl pin by Indian Lake Artisans is a diminutive work of art to wear. The USA company offers hexagonal shaped knitting needles too.An owl shawl pin by Indian Lake Artisans is a diminutive work of art to wear. The USA company sources all materials from companies in their community – and offers hexagonal shaped knitting needles too. Ivory-like fish stitch marker with silver droplet and hand-dyed American wool yarn.Story.

To find a distinctive set of stitch markers for a cabled WIP led to the discovery of Chrissy O’Malley and her shop called Intraclast. Story.Stone stitch markers at Long Island Sound glacial rubble deposits. Moo Dog Knits WIP with Intraclast stitch markers - photo shoot at Long Island Sound, Connecticut.

Sharon Coleman invented the “Ablet” and gave an impromptu demo for us a a crowd that gathered at Stitches East. This wearable knitting abacus easily track rows and patterns without stopping your knitting. For how it works, check out this YouTube video – http://youtu.be/DQvqVT4HDQk or visit the official site at www.knittingabacus.com.