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SPOTLIGHT

SPOTLIGHT

- WE'RE KNUTS

- ABOUT KNITS

WHAT’S MORE COMFORTING ON A CRISP, COOL AUTUMN DAY THAN WARMING UP WITH SOMETHING— ANYTHING—SPUN FROM YARN? WHETHER IT’S A KNOBBY HANDKNIT BLANKET CRAFTED WITH SUPER SOFT WOOL, A PRETTY PINK HEART TO REMIND YOU OF SOMEONE YOU LOVE, OR A DELICATE THROW KNITTED FROM LUXURIOUS MONGOLIAN CASHMERE, FALL IS THE PERFECT TIME TO INVEST IN A KNIT YOU’LL BE KNUTS ABOUT!

CRAFTED DÉCOR

crafteddecor.ca We all need a little comfort

now and then... and the most caring gift you can give is your heart and a hug. The Pink Giving Heart pillow features incredibly soft knitted yarn and stressrelieving weight for someone who could use a hug, cuddle, or just a kind gesture.

SQ STITCHES sqstitches.com

How adorable are these Halloweenthemed hand-crocheted stuffies? Sure, they’re more cute than creepy, but looking at these ghosties and bats will surely get you in the spirit! By the way, Sarah has many more sweet stuffies (we love the whale!) so make sure to check out her site.

BLANKETS BY MYA

blanketsbymya@gmail.com Cuddle up in softness that’s

almost decadent. Custom knitted chunky blankets handcrafted by Mya, 17, will keep you warm and cozy all winter long. Available in various sizes and colours, it’s the perfect gift! Best of all? A portion of the proceeds goes to the Pack A Bag For A Friend Foundation (pack-a-bag.com)

INNER BEACH CO.

innerbeach.com

Inner Beach now carries a line of cashmere goods made by hand in Mongolia from 100% pure cashmere. High quality and ethically sourced, these timeless cashmere pieces will add warmth and softness to your fall and winter wardrobe, perfect for long walks on the beach.

CRAZY HANDS crazyhands.net

Keep your extremities toasty this fall in a pair of chunky hand-knit mittens. These have a practical design and are perfect for an onthe-go person. Why not knit sets for your whole family and stay warm the whole winter?

This Oatmeal Cable Hat is the perfect introduction to cables for a beginner or intermediate knitter. The hat can be sized to fit fitted or slouchy and can be easily created in toddler and adult sizes.

How sweet is this Cable Knit Romper? This is a simple, one-piece knit and includes cute details (see bunny ears and tail for your little bunny!) The romper is perfect for autumn and spring and if you use lighter yarn, it can be worn on chilly summer evenings.

p.s. Do you want to learn how to knit great items like these? Crazy Hands offers lessons!

Reach out to your community! To advertise in this beautiful, authentic and always useful publication, call Tammy at 416-417-0327 or tammy@looklocalmagazine.com. WE LOVE LOCAL!

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IMPRESSIONABLE GIFTS & DÉCOR

impressionablegifts.ca

Here's a warm solution for those sunny but brisk days: a supersoft wrap that's as versatile as it is stylish. Great to take along on your annual trip to the pumpkin patch!

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