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A yarn shop for sophisticated California handmade style. Natural fibers, carefully selected notions, bags and gifts, and a friendly community of makers in the heart of Silicon Valley. Come in for beautiful yarn - stay for everything else.
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Casual, cozy yet also elevated - it’s Movement cardigan designed by @georgiafarrelldesign 🥰
If you haven’t tried blending silk mohair with cotton before, you’re in for a treat! The knitted fabric is luxuriously soft and just warm enough for changeable spring weather.
Casual, cozy yet also elevated - it’s Movement cardigan designed by @georgiafarrelldesign 🥰
If you haven’t tried blending silk mohair with cotton before, you’re in for a treat! The knitted fabric is luxuriously soft and just warm enough for changeable spring weather.
This gorgeous texture can only be Spincycle Dream State in @peacockare ‘s Tetris Pillow ❤️
Come make a pillow for your own cozy corner of the sofa on Saturday June 9 at Uncommon Threads! Kare will teach you the captivating method of crocheting on mesh to create this look.
CRAFTERNOON IS THIS AFTERNOON !
Join us today (and every Sunday) from 3-5 in the shop for social knitting & crocheting. Hoping to see those of you who've wanted to join our Tuesday night knit nights, but just can't get away during the week.
See you this afternoon!
Can't stop, won't stop putting colors of LBA Super Sock together 💕
Whether you're looking to create a fade or a high contrast pop, there are so many gorgeous possibilities. For myself, I'm looking for a more subtle contrast to use for Born Slippy by Beata Jezek - I love the Impressionist look of this simple, slip-stitch shawl. And it's a free pattern!
A breezy day was just right for showing off the beautiful swingy drape of Alive & Kicking by Melanie Berg ❤️
Lyle knit it in ITO Kinu and Sensai held together, and I promise you this is a magically light combination that works in many gauges. If you’re looking for a fairly easy knit to transition into fall, this pattern should be high on your list…
A breezy day was just right for showing off the beautiful swingy drape of Alive & Kicking by Melanie Berg ❤️
Lyle knit it in ITO Kinu and Sensai held together, and I promise you this is a magically light combination that works in many gauges. If you’re looking for a fairly easy knit to transition into fall, this pattern should be high on your list…
Hello friends, meet Marzia 🐇
Her person has left for college and I’m in charge of care, feeding… and wardrobe. I mean, every bunny needs a sweater, right? Thank you @thepetiteknitter for such an adorable pattern!
Hello friends, meet Marzia 🐇
Her person has left for college and I’m in charge of care, feeding… and wardrobe. I mean, every bunny needs a sweater, right? Thank you @thepetiteknitter for such an adorable pattern!
Hello friends, meet Marzia 🐇
Her person has left for college and I’m in charge of care, feeding… and wardrobe. I mean, every bunny needs a sweater, right? Thank you @thepetiteknitter for such an adorable pattern!
One sock or two? From our Finish It for Fall files I bring you these fantastic FOs :
- Hybrid argyle socks knit by Daniel F in Isager Sock (the chart is from Albus Argyle Socks by Anne Berk, the sock construction is Vanilla Sock by Jo Torr)
One sock or two? From our Finish It for Fall files I bring you these fantastic FOs :
- Hybrid argyle socks knit by Daniel F in Isager Sock (the chart is from Albus Argyle Socks by Anne Berk, the sock construction is Vanilla Sock by Jo Torr)
Make sure your weekend plans include the MODE at Rowan trunk show, in-store this weekend only!
Visit us Saturday (tomorrow) from 12-5 pm to see some gorgeous garments, sample the new MODE yarns, and learn more about the new look of MODE. We'll have tea and cookies, prizes to give away - and a free pattern when you purchase yarn for a MODE project!
It’s the season to sparkle! I can’t wait to cast on with Berroco Gimlet, a soft bulky blend with a subtle strand of metallic. Will it be a cozy giant scarf? Or a festive bobble-and-lace sweater? 🧐
Get your sparkle fix in-store and online!
Happy Thanksgiving to all who celebrate in the US and beyond.
We are so thankful to you, our knitting and crochet community, for the wonderful year we've had. We look forward to many more with you all.
Our physical store is closed today, but our online store is open if you have any last minute fiber needs.
See you all tomorrow in store and online at www.uncommonthreadsyarn.com for Black Friday!
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Is it still slow fashion if you can finish your project in a day?
Since the cold weather season is so short in California and the holidays are coming up so fast, I love a colorful bulky or super bulky yarn to work up hats, cowls and even vests in the blink of an eye.
Check out our selection of bulky yarns online or stop by to see them in person!
#RowanBigWool #KnitRowan #LangCloud #Handmade #SlowFashion
Discover Kokon Bleu, a luxury hand-dyed yarn from the Netherlands. Ethically crafted Merino Linen yarn and beautiful shawl kits are now available online and in-store for your next project.
Discover the latest Ribbon Street fabric bags, featuring a variety of stylish prints and practical designs. These new arrivals offer functional storage with eye-catching patterns, making them ideal for everyday organization, travel, crafting, or gifting.
Sweet Scarf by Along Avec Anna is quick and fun accessory for gifting or to keep for yourself!
A soft DK is just right for knits near your face, where your skin can be the most sensitive. Rowan Alpaca Soft DK is my go-to yarn, or you can cast on with The Fibre Company Road to China Light for extra luxury and a slightly lighter fabric. You’ll need two skeins of either to make the small size and the pattern is available through Ravelry.
Even though it’s at the end of the day, Open Knit Night always gives me a boost!
We had a great crowd last night with some friendly new faces - thanks for the cupcakes, David! - and we had to bring out our last folding table to make room for everyone 😍
This color combo feels just right on a gray, wintery day: Rowan Alpaca Soft DK in Trench Coat, paired with Spincycle Dream State in Shades of Earth.
The pattern is Snedronningen by @lilalu72 - so cozy to knit AND to wear!
We’re headed into a frosty weekend, which is a great time to have something cozy in your hands!
Armadale by Melanie Berg is a beautiful melange of textures, and so luxuriously soft in The Fibre Company Road to China Light. Many thanks to @smarsknits for letting me borrow hers 🥰
We’re headed into a frosty weekend, which is a great time to have something cozy in your hands!
Armadale by Melanie Berg is a beautiful melange of textures, and so luxuriously soft in The Fibre Company Road to China Light. Many thanks to @smarsknits for letting me borrow hers 🥰
I'm so excited to share some of the finished projects in our Finish It for February drawing!
Since we're just coming out of winter, it's no surprise we have lots of hats and warm accessories, including these fun and colorful hats in Malabrigo Rasta, knit by Jessica Q: Lotus Flower Beanie designed by Bknitshandmade, and Dancing Waters Hat by North Road Knits.
There are a few more days to finish up the WIPs in your basket and enter your projects! Follow the link at the top of our website to submit your information 🎉
I'm so excited to share some of the finished projects in our Finish It for February drawing!
Since we're just coming out of winter, it's no surprise we have lots of hats and warm accessories, including these fun and colorful hats in Malabrigo Rasta, knit by Jessica Q: Lotus Flower Beanie designed by Bknitshandmade, and Dancing Waters Hat by North Road Knits.
There are a few more days to finish up the WIPs in your basket and enter your projects! Follow the link at the top of our website to submit your information 🎉
I'm so excited to share some of the finished projects in our Finish It for February drawing!
Since we're just coming out of winter, it's no surprise we have lots of hats and warm accessories, including these fun and colorful hats in Malabrigo Rasta, knit by Jessica Q: Lotus Flower Beanie designed by Bknitshandmade, and Dancing Waters Hat by North Road Knits.
There are a few more days to finish up the WIPs in your basket and enter your projects! Follow the link at the top of our website to submit your information 🎉
We want you to feel ALL the love, so get ready to enjoy a free gift with purchase and double loyalty points for both online and in-store customers, plus mini cupcakes and fizzy drinks all day long!
Oh look, a yarn shop 🥰
We’re getting closer to having everything in its place - we’re so excited for you to see our new space!
Holy cow, we did it! 🎉
The new Uncommon Threads is ready to welcome you tomorrow 🥰
BIGGEST shout-out to my incredible team, who worked so well together and helped me figure out how it was all going to come into place. You are the very best!!
Coming soon - part 3!
I've been dreaming about what to make with Kokon Bleu yarns ever since I saw them at H&H a year ago, and I'm thrilled to have a shipment of shawl kits and their Merino Linen arriving this summer! Shades of blue and white are a classic color pairing that never gets old, and I think you'll love the watercolor effect.
Want to be the first to hear when it arrives? Sign up for our new arrivals texts by texting the word UNCOMMON to 1 (833) 918-2677
Packages of cuteness just arrived on the UPS sleigh 🥹
Warm up your hooks, it’s time to craft some holiday cheer!
New on our shelves: meet Isager Soft Fine 🥳
It's a scrumptious blend of alpaca, silk and yak in fingering weight, incredibly soft and wonderfully light yet warm. It's a lovely alternative to lace-weight silk/mohair, with enough body that you can work it alone or hold it together with another fine-gauge yarn. With 164 yards to 25g, you can make a simple short-sleeve tee with just 4 balls!
Shop in-store and online.
Pic: Bluebell by Sonja Rømer Sørensen, available through Ravelry.
We're officially ONE MONTH away from the Bay Area Yarn Crawl! 🥳
Uncommon Threads is one of 24 participating shops, and we all have fantastic goodies in store for you including merch, pop-ups, workshops and more. You can start your Yarn Crawl adventure today - Mini Market Tote Bags are available NOW and registration is open for Amy Snell's lecture and workshops:
- The Right Yarn for the Job
- Tips & Tricks for Next Level Knitting
- Knitwear Repair: Resurrecting Your Damaged Knits
Shop online, visit us in-store or give us a call (650) 941-1815 and we'll get you started!
Simple pattern + fabulous color is always a winning combination 🤩
We’ve put together kits for Veronica Ory’s Octodot crochet pattern - each one includes a full skein of Miss Babs Yummy 2 ply in a variegated colorway, plus a half skein of Yummy in a tonal color.
Pick up your size F hook and get started - I have a feeling it will be hard to stop at just one!
HIS SUNDAY, MAY 26: Elevate Your Knits: The Joy of Beaded Colorwork!
Spend an hour with Jeanette Sloan as she shares how a passion for beaded knitting inspired her to develop the technique featured in her splendid new book, Beaded Colourwork: A Modern Approach To Knitting With Beads. Jeanette will begin by sharing her fibre journey, before revealing the stories behind each design and the collaborative friendships celebrated throughout the book. She’ll also show you how, with just a bit of forward planning, this addictive technique can elevate the plainest of knits. There’s a beaded colourwork project in every knitter; it’s time to discover yours!
Register at www.longmontyarn.com and remember to choose Uncommon Threads as your LYS!
This is a live Zoom Event on Sunday, April 26th at 1:00pm EDT, 12:00pm CDT, 11:00am MDT, 10:00am PDT, 6:00pm BST.
This Fiberside Chat will be recorded - a link to the recording will be available for one week and shared with registered attendees only.
Registration will close 1.5 hours before beginning of event. See less
Texture and color and softness, oh my!
Blue Earth Cowl by Nancy Ekvall is a simple, satisfying journey through easy stitch patterns, stripes and color blocks - a great project for a newer knitter, or a "resting" project to alternate with something more complicated. Lyle knit our sample with Lang Amira, which makes it wearable all year long and friendly for wool-sensitive people.
The pattern is free through Ravelry and you can choose your four colors of Amira in-store or online!
Rainbow Beverage Markers - These colorful, scratch free, felt beverage markers can be used with any glass with a stem or handle. They're perfect for your holiday gathering or a dinner party any time!
Merino Wool Felt Coasters - Add a layer of protection to your table or desktop with these colorful felt coasters. They are super absorbent, perfect for hot or cold drinks. Each coaster is finished with a different sewn border pattern relating to the four elements. We are all united by the four elements, essential for the creation of all life: Earth, Air, Fire & Water.
I knit the Scarf version, which uses just two skeins of Shibui Pebble, one in each color.
Tis the season for bulky-weight shawls ❄️
Sequence Knitting & Marling Intensive Weekend with Cecelia Campochiaro - Enjoy this extraordinary weekend exploring color and texture with world-class designer, Cecelia Campochiaro.
The gray skies are back, and there's nothing more soothing than a colorwork project to brighten your afternoon!
Bind-offs are such an important part of finishing. This is my first-ever Italian bind-off and I’m sure it will look better on the second sleeve! 😂
Crystal Pullover by @helgaisager, knit in Isager Spinni, Alpaca 1 and Alpaca 2 held together.
Colorwork Marls No. 1 - Sensai - Cecelia Campochiaro's latest design is a stunning kaleidoscope of color! The simple knit/purl stitch pattern adds depth to the ever-changing pairs of colorways. The pattern is not included, and may be purchased through ravelry.com.
Each kit includes ten colors of ITO Sensai, 60% mohair/40% silk, one ball for most colors; two balls each of Cherry Blossom and Lemon.
We've got big plans for LYS Day, so it's only right that we have BIG yarn in the shop!
Bobbiny Braided Cord is your go-to for any jumbo project - especially home decor accessories like bags and baskets and poufs, oh my 😄
We've been fans of Kim Hargreaves' designs for a LONG time, and one of the reasons is that you can pick up any of her books, from any decade, and want to make at least 3 or 4 pieces. Adore is her last independent collection, and we're thrilled to have 15 sweaters and accessories in the shop now for you to touch and see up close.
Todays' Hidden Gem is The Fibre Co's Road to China Light. It's a 3-ply strong, soft, and shiny yarn with a lot of body (and great drape) that's perfect for luxurious, soft, and warm items. Don't even get us started on the rich color palette!
Textured Knits by Paula Pereira is an absolute delight! With 20 patterns - from sweaters to accessories - Textured Knits is an inspiring and gorgeous book. There's so much to learn within these pages - you'll want to keep this book close as you plan your fall knits!
Say bonjour to our newest LBA arrivals, Corrie Worsted and Corrie Confetti!
These gorgeous Falkland Corriedale yarns are the ultimate fiber for sweater knitting - perfect for colorwork, cables and even simple stockinette.
ITO Sensai restock!
This elegant silk/mohair is 40% silk, 60% mohair for beautiful sheen, softness and drape. We love pairing it with Kinu in a Sophie Scarf or Conversing Shawl - the texture is extraordinary and the fabric is so light!
Happy Thanksgiving to our friends who celebrate!
The shop is closed today so that our staff can spend time with friends & family, but our online shop is always open if you want to get a leg up on your holiday shopping. 😉
Heading over the river and through the woods for the holidays? You need a kit to keep yourself occupied!
NEW CLASS ALERT!
CROCHET HEXAGON CARDIGAN with Sarah
Saturdays, February 10 & 24 12:30 - 2:30 pm
TONIGHT is Open Knit & Crochet Night!
Join us in-store every Tuesday night from 6-8 pm for a relaxing evening with a welcoming, friendly group of knitters and crocheters. Masks are optional.
Spring is here and there's no better way to welcome it than with a new bag.
We have some new Atenti bags that fit the bill. Atenti's aesthetic is greatly influenced by the vibrancy and spirit of Buenos Aires. Fresh silhouettes, daring blends of fabrics, and handmade embellishments harmonize to evoke each season’s design moments. Each piece is handmade,unique and its quality unmatched.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Uncommon Threads founded?
Uncommon Threads was founded in 1986.
Which days is Uncommon Threads open?
Open on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
What languages does Uncommon Threads specialize in?
English.
What are Uncommon Threads specialties?
Rowan Flagship Store, Miss Babs Hand-Dyed Yarns, Isager yarns, Private and group lessons for knitting and crochet, Social crafting event, Expert help with knitting and crochet projects.
What brands does Uncommon Threads work with?
Rowan, Isager, Miss Babs, Malabrigo, Amano, Lang, Berroco, Appalachian Baby, Spincycle, Valhalla Yarns, ITO, Biches & Bûches, Lamana, ReDesigned, Lykke, Addi, Chiaogoo, Cocoknits.
What are Uncommon Threads main products?
Yarn, Knitting Kits, Crochet Kits, Knitting Needles, Crochet Hooks, Knitting Patterns, Crochet Patterns, Stitch Markers, Tape Measures, Project Bags, Leather Bags, Darning Needles, Tapestry Needles, Scissors, Hand-Dyed Yarn, Local Yarn, Wool Yarn, Cotton Yarn, Silk Yarn, Alpaca Yarn, Sock Yarn, Lace Yarn, Worsted Yarn, Knitting Books, Crochet Books, Unique Gifts, Cable Needles, Blocking Mats, Interchangeable Needle Sets.
What are Uncommon Threads main services?
In-Person Knitting Classes, Private Knitting Lessons, In-Person Crochet Classes, Private Crochet Lessons, Project Finishing, Knitwear Repair, Open Knit Night, Pattern Consultations, Group Crafting Events, Beginner Knitting Workshops, Advanced Knitting Workshops, Sweater Knitting Classes, Sock Knitting Classes, Fair Isle Knitting Classes, Lace Knitting Classes, Project Help Classes.
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