Fred and Alice

Update December 2025

The special offer on the Rowan Alpaca Sparkle will remain for a little longer.

September and October are always exciting as so many new yarns are launched. Rowan have launched Alpaca Sparkle which is a beautiful yarn with added sequins – just right for the christmas season! Sirdar have added to the Snuggly range with Snuggly Chunky which is sure to be popular for children’s designs. Also a new addition is Sirdar Soft Down which is a light , slightly fluffy DK yarn with long meterage. 

Our Sock Yarn Sale is nearing the end so grab a bargain while you can!

We are extending the range of WYS Signature 4 ply stocked in the plain colours. They blend beautifully with the Country Birds range.

A great new knitting pattern book has arrived for fans of Shaun the Sheep called Baa-rilliant Knits! by Sachiyo Ishii.

Exciting news for sock lovers – Viridian have added a new shade ‘Sweet Pea’ to their own range from Opal. These shades are normally available to reorder. Also great for the cutest little baby cardigans. 

New arrivals this month include two baby yarns from King Cole – Little Treasures DK and Cutie Pie. Opal launches Showbiz and Funny Fruit.

Rowan Magazine 74 is here! Featuring a new yarn Fine Tweed Haze and lots of new designs using the classic yarn Felted Tweed. My favourite, thou, has to be the new Kidsilk  Haze Accessories book.

 Click here for the Sirdar Snuggly Sale!

With over 80 colours in the Rowan Kidsilk Haze range choosing a colour is now even more Challenging!

We offer a collection service for our local customers either via our website or alternatively, if you prefer, please phone us on 01793 750604. 

Our website offers a Local Pickup facility ( at check-out tick the Local Pick-Up Button and you won’t be charged postage) so that you can order and pay online and collect your order at a convenient time for you.

We are a specialist wool and needlecraft business based in Cricklade, Wiltshire with well over 30 years’ experience. We are constantly adding new items to our extensive ranges. Exciting new yarns sit side by side with firm favourites from all major suppliers. Our stash of sock yarn is currently well over 200 different ones!