Do You Wanna Build a Bundle?

This is the moment you've been waiting for:  The Frozen Collection in its entirety!

Prices are posted with each item of the collection.

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As we have in past years, we are offering special bundle pricing however, the bundling is a little different this year.  We're offering 2 separate bundles:  

The Elsa Bundle - (Choose either Knit pattern or Crochet pattern for your desired free digital pattern)

• "Alone and Free" from Dizzy Blonde Studios; 
• "Conceal, Don't Feel" from Beach Bunny Yarns; and
• Frozen Project Bag from YBSquare.

or

The Anna Bundle - (Choose either Knit pattern or Crochet pattern for your desired free digital pattern)

• "Fixer-Upper" from Dizzy Blonde Studios; 
• "Not THAT Princess" from Beach Bunny Yarns; and
• Frozen Project Bag from YBSquare.

As with previous years, when you purchase either the Elsa Bundle or the Anna Bundle your order ships for free.  As an even greater incentive, you will receive a free digital copy of either the knitting pattern or crochet pattern, designed exclusively for Stitch the Magic 2026 by 2 very talented local designers, We will be introducing both designs a little later into December, and I'm very excited!  Patterns will be release close to the shipping date of your combo.  And if that's not enough to entice you, all pre-ordered bundles will also include the beautiful Stitch the Magic 2026 patch, a $15 value!

As always, you will be able to pre-order any of these items a la carte.  Unfortunately, the Merino/Silk base has been discontinued by the mill, and the dyers have very limited quantities/.  Therefore, the Merino/Silk base will be reserved for bundle orders only.  However, we have found equally luxurious bases for the a-la carte orders.  

Every item in this year's collection has been carefully crafted by local artists throughout Florida.  So, not only will you be receiving well-crafted, high-quality products, you will be supporting small businesses in our communities.  It doesn’t get any better than that!

The non-bundled (a la carte) Elsa Colorways will be dyed on a gorgeous sparkle yarn:  75% Merino/20% Nylon/5% Lurex  3.5 oz/100g 437 yds/400m.  We feel that the sparkle yarn best captures Elsa's glistening snow and ice palace.

The non-bundled (a la carte) Anna Colorways will be dyed on a sumptuous MCN:  80% SW Merino/10% Cashmere/10% Nylon 3.5 oz/100g 437 yds/400m.  The MCN is warm, soft and surprisingly resilient, just like Anna.

As you see both bases are the same gauge, so you can mix and match to your heart's content.

Pre-orders are open now, but will close on January 8, 2026. After which, you may be able to purchase items individually, but The Bundles (the incentives) will no longer be available.  Quantities are limited, so order early to ensure availability.

Place your order Here

We Only Have Each Other

 

Our next/ "Best Buddies" pairing is from Dizzy Blonde Studios. Both colorways are dyed on 80/20 SW Merino/Silk; 4 oz/115 g - 434 yds/397 m of sumptuous luxury.  From the artist:

"Let it Go" is Elsa's initial break-out moment of discovery which starts her down the path of self-acceptance, and the moment we drew inspiration from for our first colorway.  We really wanted to capture the essence of the moment while at the same time, create a colorway to compliment Beach Bunny Yarn's corresponding Elsa colorway "Conceal Don't Feel." "Alone andFree" is a subtly-shifting tonal semi-solid blend of icy blues of Kingdom of Isolation, where she finally feels safe to be herself. 

 

Anna, on the other hand, is set upon the same journey she has been on since childhood: constantly seeking out and trying to connect with her big sister, not only for herself but for the people of Arendelle, meeting allies along the way who aid her in her Hero's Quest.  For "Fixer Upper" we drew inspiration for our second colorway from Anna's winter cloak.  This tonally-shifting semi solid blend of warm orchid contrasts beautifully with Beach Bunny's "Not THAT Princess". 

 

Both colorways represent the transitional dichotomy of both sisters; pivotal moments that inevitably bring both sisters closer and strengthens their bond beyond measure.  ~~Laura

Presales will open once the entire collection has been revealed.  Don't forget that there will be a bonus for those who order an entire collection.  More to come on that shortly!

 

 

Best Buddies

 

Disney's Frozen is a beautifully told story of two sisters and their incredible journey.  After being estranged for most of their childhood, they come together again for Elsa's coronation, and though awkward and strained, they find they still have things in common...like chocolate!

We are doing things a little differently this year.  Each of our talented dyers have created 2 colorways, drawing inspiration from "Frozen's" best buddies: Anna and Elsa. All 4 colorways are dyed on 80/20 SW Merino/Silk, 4 oz/115 gm-434 yds/397 m of soft, lustrous lightweight luxury...fit for a queen (and a princess).  

Our first colorway pairing in this year's collection is from Beach Bunny Yarns in Ormond Beach, FL, and it is gorgeous!  From the artist:

"Beach Bunny Yarns loved the costumes for Elsa's coronation day.  We used this moment for our colorway inspirations.  Starting with Elsa, exuding dignity and self-control, we began with panels of deep teal and aqua accented with dark plum, just like the embroidery of royal patterns on her skirt.  Then touched with a bit of dark magenta drawn from the cape she wears.

"Conceal, Don't Feel" showcases Elsa's poise, combined with royal elegance with textural warmth fit for the Snow Queen herself! 

We look next to Anna  and her "cor-ner-ation" day dress:   the layers of dark/light greens total compliments to her strawberry-blonde hair.  "Not THAT Princess"  features vibrant greens that hint at her spirited nature.  You can almost feel her open-hearted optimism and rustic charm. 

On coronation day, the sisters visually represent balance - Elsa's poised, cool elegance contrasted with Anna's lively, warm energy.  Standing side by side, the two halves of a whole: winter and spring; ice and sunlight; restraint and exuberance, both beautiful in their own way."  ~~ Ron and Alicia

 Pre-sales will open once the entire collection has been revealed, and, as in previous years, there will be a bonus for those who order the entire collection, but we'll cover that in another post.  

Ron’s Top Ten Tips for Beginner Knitters

 

I’m not just a dyer; I’ve been teaching knitting for more than seven years now.  In that time, I’ve seen quite a few beginner knitters.  Here’s what I’ve learned and what I think a beginner knitter needs to know besides just how to knit and purl.  There’s no order to these tips, but the last one in the list is the most important in my mind and will absolutely define you and your knitting journey.  So read on!

1. Relax, it’s not a death match between you and the yarn!  If your knuckles are turning white and you’ve cut off the circulation to your fingers from wrapping the yarn like a mutant cat’s cradle, you need to relax!  Besides, tight stitches make the next row of stitches even harder to knit.  Consciously ease back on the tension and you’ll find a point that gives you control of the yarn without strain.
   
   
2. Use good needles.  I recommend this for so many reasons.  First, good needles will not catch or snag the yarn but will have some friction to help you control the yarn and stitches.  They’ll also feel better in your hands and reduce pressure points and cramping.  Don’t be afraid to try different styles of needles to find what works for you.  There are a lot of options on the market and twice as many opinions as to which ones are the best.  The best needles are the ones that feel good in your hands and make your knitting easier!
   
   
3. Use good yarn.  Ok, one shameless plug per blog post, I think Beach Bunny Yarns makes the best yarn because I won’t dye something I’m not happy knitting for myself.  That said, there’s a lot of good yarns at various price points for you to use while building your knitting skills.  I recommend using SuperWash wool, preferably in sport, DK, or worsted weight.  If it’s a wool and nylon blend, that’s ok.  Don’t attempt to learn with cotton, linen, or silk as they have no springiness and aren’t forgiving.
   
   
4. Be patient with the learning process and yourself.  It’s not a race and you won’t master a new skill overnight.  Take your time and think about each stitch and each movement.  Practice doesn’t make perfect; practice makes permanent.  So, make sure you’re practicing with thoughtful intent.  With careful and deliberate practice, you’ll soon find your knitting groove.
   
   
5. Don’t stop in the middle of a row.  I tell my beginner students that unless the house is on fire, do not stop until you get to the end of the row.  Stopping in the middle of a row is the cause of most beginner problems because the beginner will inevitably restart the knitting in the wrong direction.  This is great for short rows, but not so much for a new knitter.  Always finish your rows.
   
   
6. Count!  As a beginner, count your stitches in each row.  This helps you by ensuring that you have the expected number of stitches on the needle.  If not, you know you have a problem in the row you just knit.  It’s a good habit to get into and even experienced knitters get burned by not counting stitches on each row and will have to “tink” (unknit) several rows to correct the problem.
   
   
7. Learn to read stitches.  As a beginner, understanding what a knit and a purl stitch look like on the needles will be a huge boost to your knitting skill.  This is literally the, “see Spot run,” of the knit world.
   
   
8. Swatch and block, it’s worth it.  As a beginner, you’ll be making swatches for practice anyway, so get into the habit of blocking them.  Why?  Well, all patterns give you a gauge of stitches per inch to knit.  That gauge is usually measured after blocking.  When you wet a knit fabric swatch and pin it out flat to dry, it will grow and the stitches per inch will be different than the unblocked gauge.  Trying to guesstimate that difference is far too risky when making a garment, so get used to making swatches and blocking them.  You can quickly build a set of reference swatches for each needle size and yarn type that you like to use.
   
   
9. There’s not one perfect way to knit.  In your knitting journey, I can almost guarantee that you’ll run into someone that just has to tell you that you’re not knitting correctly.  If you are making knits and purls consistently and the finished fabric is correct, ignore them.  You’ll hear terms like English, Continental, picking, flicking, throwing, etc. and opinions on what’s best.  What’s best is what works for you!  Seriously, if your finished stitches are correct, how you got there doesn’t matter and I’m happy for you!
   
   
10. Here’s the big one and it has nothing to do with the mechanics of knitting at all.  Are you ready?  Here goes.  Don’t say, “I could never do that.”  Arrrrrgh!  That phrase makes me so mad.  That’s giving up before you even try!  Try!  Challenge yourself to do better and learn something new!  You couldn’t knit or purl until you tried, right?  So why are cables or stranded colorwork or lace any different?  Because they look hard?  So what?  Just try it!  Now I’m not saying that you must love mosaic colorwork or brioche or bobbles, but you should try new techniques and styles to find out if you like doing it or not.  Thinking negatively about your abilities is a sure way to limit your skill future.  Replace “I could never” with “I’ll try” and you’ll find so much more joy to knitting!

Whether you are a brand-new beginner or experienced knitter, I hope you get some mileage out of these tips.  If you’d like to add to my list of beginner tips, please leave a comment below!  

Knit Happy!

-- Ron