Head over Heels for Rachel Coopey’s Socks!
Queen of socks Rachel Coopey continues with her quest for warm feet with her latest publication ‘Coop Knits Socks Volume Two’. Full of beautiful and wearable designs, these patterns have us head over...
View ArticleJapanese Inspired Stitches
We’re feeling inspired by all the Japanese and Japanese themed treats at Loop! As we mentioned in our last post, we have the new Isager Japanese Cotton. Made from pure cotton, this is a flat tape yarn...
View ArticleLoop’s 10th Anniversary Book – With Viola and Meghan Fernandes
Onto the next instalment in our series of 10th Anniversary blogs, where each week we’ll be revealing a little bit more about our new book, coming soon in September. A collaboration with ten of our...
View ArticleLoop’s 10th Anniversary Book – with Pam Allen and Quince & Co.
Quince & Co. capture the simple beauty of wool with a modern and fresh aesthetic. From their carefully sourced yarns to their comfortable and classic designs, we knew they’d fit right in at Loop....
View ArticleLoop’s 10th Anniversary Book – with Ysolda Teague and Old Maiden Aunt
Two wonderful creatives, both based in Scotland, are the focus for this anniversary post. Our tenth anniversary book (due for release in September) will include the work of talented knitting designer...
View ArticleLoop’s 10th Anniversary Plans – With Stephen West and Madelinetosh
When we planned our collaborations for the new book, we knew merging the adventurous and kaleidoscopic stitches of Stephen West with the rich colours of Madelinetosh would result in something...
View ArticleLoop’s Anniversary Plans – with Kristin Perers
We’ve loved bringing you the stories behind the yarns and the patterns that have come together to make our anniversary book Loop’s 10. As the release date is on the horizon (early September!) we have a...
View ArticleLoop’s Anniversary Plans – with Julie Arkell
Julie Arkell has been a friend of the shop for many years, so of course we had to include her in our anniversary book! You have most likely seen Julie’s work in the shop – her whimsical creatures...
View ArticleLoop’s 10 – It’s Nearly Here!
The wait is nearly over! The custom colours are filling up the shelves in the shop and already finding new homes, so now we’re just counting down the days until our anniversary publication Loop’s 10...
View ArticleLoop’s 10 Has Arrived!
Sound the trumpets and unfurl the banners – Loop’s 10 has finally arrived! Those of you who pre-ordered you’ll find your book will be on your doorstep very soon. We hope you enjoy it! Huge heartfelt...
View ArticleLoop’s 10 Knit Along!
By now many of you will have received your own copy of our anniversary book Loop’s 10 and have been busy choosing what you will cast on first. We have loved seeing your projects start to appear on...
View ArticleMarvellous Magazines
There is nothing like grabbing a moment to have a read of your favourite magazine. Why not have a browse at some of new issues at Loop which are inspiring our next projects! First up is the beautiful...
View ArticleA Year in Books
Feel inspired with our top picks from the Loop bookshelves this year. Time to find that perfect volume for your friend (and tell Father Christmas that you need a copy too!) (Books Top – Bottom/ Shawl...
View ArticlePom Pom’s the Word!
Easy and fun to make, pompoms brighten up everyone’s day! If you’re not sure where to start, this Pompom Project Kit has everything you need and makes such a lovely gift for a child, or anyone keen to...
View ArticleIn Print at Loop
The ever growing independent magazine scene has some new delights that we’re now stocking! It’s such a wonderful thing that people are taking to self-publishing – we are so happy to support it by...
View ArticleBrooklyn Tweed – Plains
A true one off, Plains is something extra special from Brooklyn Tweed. A breed specific, limited edition yarn created from a single-batch collaboration with Mountain Meadow Mill in Buffalo, Wyoming...
View ArticleCrazy for cables!
With the release of Norah Gaughan’s stunning new book Knitted Cable Sourcebook, we thought we’d give the stage to an all time favourite technique, so bust out your cable needles! A true classic in the...
View ArticleLoop Loves Books
Print is not dead! ~The Guardian reported this week, that sales of ebooks have dropped by 17%, while sales of ‘real’ books are up 8%! Hurray! We love Ravelry and digital patterns, but it’s such a joy...
View ArticleLoop Loves Magazines!
Long Live Print! Two weeks ago we invited you to peak at some of our latest books, which are part of our huge print section in the shop. This week we introduce you to some of the wonderful...
View ArticleMarie Wallin ~ Shetland Book Launch
Jamieson’s of Shetland is proud to introduce SHETLAND – a beautiful collection of modern Fair Isle by independent designer, Marie Wallin. The collection of 8 garments and 4 accessories knit in...
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