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What's New?

Learn at the Loop this winter!

Our winter 2012 schedule of workshops is now posted. In addition to beginner and intermediate knitting and crochet classes, we've included introductions to spinning, needle felting and embroidery.

Read the full descriptions here and view the schedule in calendar format here, and see our registration policies here. Sign up soon, these workshops fill up fast!

Free Patterns

Click to download free PDFs of our patterns!

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Pinwheel Pillow
The ‘pinwheel’, or ‘zig-zag pillow’ is a classic crochet project. This new pattern is modernized with simplified shaping. This pillow is worked in colours inspired by our store, but the possibilities are endless. It's a great stash-buster!
Download (1346 kb)


Curves Ahead Cowl
This cozy neckwarmer’s easy zig-zag pattern highlights the colour and texture of Misti Alpaca’s beautiful and soft Baby Me Boo.
Download (103 kb)


Malagash Square Shawl
This simple square shawl reflects the rustic landscape of Nova Scotia. The original was made in Shetland from Last Resort Farm in Malagash, but the pattern is suitable for other lace or fingering weight yarns as well.
Download (908 kb)


Pomoboho's Lady Parker Beret
Crochet chic slouchy hat in a soft wool-alpaca blend. Designed by Morgan Forrester of Pomoboho.
Download (426 kb)


Groovy Cable Tuque
This sleek and stylish winter hat is knitted in a worsted wool and alpaca blend and features simple cables with mid-century modern flair.
Download (352 kb)


Speckled Eyelet Scarf
This easy lacy scarf stretches one skein of Manos del Uruguay hand-dyed wool as far as it will go!
Download (1406 kb)


Sock Yarn Easter Eggs
These eggs decorate themselves! A great use for leftover sock yarn.
Download (2183 kb)