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Laine Magazine

Laine Magazine has been published since 2016 by Nordic publishers Laine Publishing. It features patterns from leading knitwear designers, insightful, long-format stories from the world of wool, interviews, seasonal recipes and strong, visual storytelling.  Laine 15 The autumn issue of Laine 15 comes with a whole new look! Laine magazine is taking a step into a more modern, dynamic direction by celebrating knitwear and the world of fibre in a fresh way. Together with the new look, Laine is excited to introduce new, regular articles, such as Jeanette Sloan Talks Fibre. Of course, there are also things that won’t change: gorgeous knitwear patterns, beautiful high-quality photography and the size of the magazine, all elements that Laine is known for. The new look was created by...

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10th Birthday Celebrations

October 8 2020 We furiously wrote name and phone numbers on our draw tickets for purchases of $25 and over. Then they went into the black box.    On October 1 we drew the prizes.  A very big thank you to our suppliers who provided some lovely goodies for our 10th Birthday prize draw.   2 Tone Poncho. Merinomink. very generously supplied us with 2 ponchos. These were won by Agatha L and Cathy P 5 Sock Yarn kits. One of the yarn reps supplied a bag of sock yarn. I put together 5 kits and put a pattern in with each kit. These were won by Libby L, Vicki H, Gina M, Laura, and Michell Y. Symfonie Straight Needle Set supplied by Prestige Yarns....

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COVID 19 - HOW TO SHOP WITH US

There are a number of ways that you can shop with us:  1. In store, shop hours at 69 Salamanca Place are  Tues - Fri:  10:00 - 14:30 Saturday : 10:00 - 15:00 Sun - Mon: Closed 2. Online at www.salamancawoolshop.com 3. Over the phone. Call 0439 167 699  10:00 - 14:30 Tues-Fri,   10:00-15:00 Sat. Stay in touch by following us on facebook and instagram for updates on what is happening and new stock as it arrives. We offer: - a free 'collect at the store' service where you purchase on the website/over the phone, pay online/over the phone and collect from either instore or at the shop door.  - $5 Click'n Deliver service for Hobart locals (10km from the shop) where you purchase...

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Social Knitting opportunities

Social Knitting  Knit Night 6.00pm - 8pm First Wednesday of the MonthFind us at Hearth, 37 Montpelier Retreat. Bring whatever you have on your needles and any show and tells that you may wish to share.   ______________________ Social Socks  9.45-11.30am   2nd Wednesday of the Month Find us at Tricycle Cafe, Salamanca Art Centre. A social sock knitting group.  Come along with a sock you are knitting or to take part in a sock knit along that will extend your sock knitting repertory. You need to be able to knit, cast on, and cast off and understand the knitting of a basic sock. If you are wanting to learn to use circular needles then bring along the circular needles of your choice.(read...

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Merinomink Care Instructions

 Merinomink™ Garments are a blend of fine Merino and luxurious Possum Fur. They are 100% natural fibres and should be handwashed to help maintain their superb natural loft and warmth. While Merinomink™ garments require less washing because they resist odour (making it easier on you and the environment) we do recommend washing your Merinomink™ garments on a regular basis to help keep them at their best. Merinomink™ garments are manufactured to a very high colour fastness to minimise the risk of colour bleeding or fading, however it is recommended dark or brightly coloured garments are never washed with pale shades or whites. Proper care will give you a garment that will look good for years to come. Please don't hesitate...

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