Mother of Purl Yarn Shop

06/22/2026

Sue just finished another sweater for her grandson Pattern is Vesle Vinterfjoll by Skeindeer Knits. She used Sandnes Garn Sisu and chose to have 3 colors instead of 2. This one is headed to NY but we do have a 2 color version in the shop.

06/21/2026

Spring Thing is a simple asymmetrical shawlette from Espace Tricot | Lainerie/Yarn Store | Montréal that will add a pop of colour to any outfit. Pattern is FREE on Ravelry 🤗. The shawl is knit with one skein of fi*****ng weight yarn and a contrasting yarn held double creates the fun border and tassels. Greta is working on one now with some from Rachel Jones This is a great travel project for the summer.

06/19/2026

*New* canvas crossbody bucket bags and needle cases from Twig & Horn are in the shop. They are the perfect size for summer travel knitting. 🤎🤍. Kimberly has also placed ANOTHER order from Erin Flett , can’t keep those bags on the shelves. Happy weekend everyone 🤗

06/15/2026

Rainy day sweater inspo because it’s almost always sweater weather in Maine 🌲 The from PetiteKnit // Mette can be worked in and a strand of mohair. Urth Yarns Bonmoher is a silk & super kid mohair blend that pairs beautifully with the Madara and the colors are 🔥. Can also be done with Noro Silk Garden Sock and mohair. So many options.

06/14/2026

We have some new summer yarns yarns making their way to our shelves with more colors arriving daily. Berroco Yarn Remix Wool DK is an eco-friendly yarn crafted from recycled fibers and recycled wool for warmth and durability. Cumulus by Juniper Moon Farm This popular worsted-weight cotton/nylon blend is incredibly soft with a light, airy feel that’s perfect for warm-weather layers. We have so many bright and beautiful colors available. Kestrel is the same Belgium-grown organic linen that they use in their little Sparrow. Kestrel knits up quickly at 3½ to 4 stitches to the inch. The best thing about it is its incredible drape. We hope you are all enjoying this beautiful Maine weekend 🌞🌲.

06/13/2026

2026 bag. This one will hold a sweater project and all your notions 🤗🧶.

06/12/2026

New shipment of Erin Flett bags. I want them all 😍.

06/11/2026

This week’s newsletter link and Maine Yarn Cruise info 😎

Your weekly dose of fiber inspiration from Mother of Purl Yarn Shop!

06/11/2026

Join us for the 2026 Maine Yarn Cruise (July 1-October 12)! Explore participating yarn shops across Maine at your own pace, discover new places and enjoy special events and prizes along the way. To participate, simply purchase an official Maine Yarn Cruise bag + passport.
Pre-orders are available either in-store or online by clicking the link in our newsletter or on our website. We love this time of year. It is so fun to see what everyone made with their purchases from last year. We can’t wait to see everyone 🤗🌲🧶

06/08/2026

Our new in tutti frutti is knitting up beautifully for , a free pattern from . I decided to use an owl chart from my 🦉🧶 We have the book and box version of charts available in the shop. So many great charts to mix and match or use on their own.