The Knittery Nook & Fibre Co.

08/20/2026

Have you been by lately to check out one of our newest yarns, Cantata?!

Jackie made this adorable cropped cardi!!! You could easily lengthen it if cropped is not your thing. 😊

This lightweight, airy yarn features a distinctive Cotton tube construction with merino fibers blown in, resulting in a soft texture and flexible gauge. The Cotton and Merino Wool blend is breathable and naturally moisture-wicking, making Cantata an ideal choice for lace, multi-seasonal garments, textured stitches, and defined cables. Available in many colors, only the wool is dyed, giving Cantata a beautiful, heathery look.

Pattern: Frost Lines
By: Andrea Mowry
Yarn: Cantata
Knit by: Jackie

08/13/2026

Sorry folks… unfortunately our sump pump crashed out.. so I’ll be home today cleaning up our basement. Apologies for any inconvenience, we’ll be back open tomorrow!!

Thank you for your understanding!

08/12/2026

🎉 THANK YOU, MID-IOWA SHOP HOPPERS! 🧶💙

What an fantatasic time we had during the Mid-Iowa Shop Hop!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by The Knittery Nook, shopped with us, visited with us, and made this event so much fun. We loved seeing familiar faces and meeting so many new fiber friends! 🥰

And now, the moment you’ve been waiting for… our winners! 🎉

🏆 DAILY WINNERS
✨ Jacilyn K.
✨ Carrie P.
✨ Brooke P.

🎟️ GRAND PRIZE PASSPORT WINNER
🥳 Kristen Byrne!

Congratulations to all of our winners! 🎉👏

And a HUGE thank-you to everyone who participated in the Mid-Iowa Shop Hop and supported all of the participating local yarn shops. Your enthusiasm and support mean so much to our small businesses and our fiber community.

08/08/2026

***** Important Update! *****

Good morning! If you plan to visit us this morning for the 2026 Mid-Iowa Shop Hop we want you to be aware of a couple of things.

Our downtown Farmer's Market will be in full swing this morning so parking will be at a premium. The market also expanded into our block so you will NOT be able to park in front of our shop on Main Street during market hours. The Farmer's Market takes place from 8:00AM to 12:30PM.

Please see the map below for places to park around the downtown area.

It's a great market so if you can plan extra time to check it out you won't be disappointed!

Our hours are from 10:00-4:00PM today.

We have 3 shops participating:
The Knittery Nook & Fibre Co. in Ames
Jan's Yarn Barn in Newton
Yarn Junction Co in West Des Moines

❗️Daily Door Prize, at each shop
❗️10% off storewide, some exclusions
❗️Grand Prize Winner, completed passports
❗️Discount with completed passport, to use at a later date
❗️A notions tin with purchase
❗️Free pattern

We are located by the ORANGE STAR on the map below.

Don't forget today is the last day to Shop Hop! HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON!

08/04/2026

*** MID-IOWA SHOP HOP ***

Grab your friends because this Thursday through Saturday we are having our annual Shop Hop; August 6-8, 2026.

We have 3 shops participating:
The Knittery Nook in Ames
Jan's Yarn Barn in Newton
Yarn Junction Co in West Des Moines

❗️Daily Door Prize, at each shop
❗️10% off storewide, some exclusions
❗️Grand Prize Winner, completed passports
❗️A notions tin with purchase
❗️Free pattern

07/23/2026

A place to mend is tonight at the Octagon Center for the Arts!!

🧵 A Place to Mend is TONIGHT! 🧶
Need to repair the finger on your favorite pair of gloves?
Patch a hole in a beloved sweater?
Knitting a gift that you need some advice on?
Just want an excuse to stitch and chat?

All are welcome to this free gathering! Bring a snack and a friend!
RSVP not required, but appreciated -
https://occ.sn/KMjWFVtd

07/06/2026

Have some art supplies you no longer need/use??

We would love to share those art supplies you no longer need or use. Drop them off during open hours at any of the three sponsoring locations. Then mark your calendar for the Treasure Hunt in August!

07/05/2026

We hope you were able to take some time yesterday and enjoyed the 4th of July with family and friends!!

We are here today normal hours 12-4PM.

We also can't get over the cutest new pattern that Joji just published!

We think Cascade Cotton Sox would work up great in this top!!

Pattern: Marinera by Joji Locatelli

07/02/2026

Again… the DETAILS!

Are you still planning to do some traveling this summer? This is the perfect travel knit companion!! Absolutely adorable and a joy to knit. It’s a fast pattern ideal for gift knitting, use some fi*****ng weight yarn or just to have fun!

Perfect to tie your hair back for these hot summer days!

Once again, Jackie worked her magic, so PRETTY!!

Pattern: Leafkerchief
by Justyna Lorkowska

Yarn: Woolstok Light

We just received a nice restock of Woolstok Light, come check out all the fabulous colorways available!

07/01/2026

Jackie made this beautiful top that would be perfect for today’s weather!!

The SABAI top is a light and airy summer top with a boat neckline. It is super easy to knit, requires only a few techniques and is therefore ideal for beginners. In addition there are two versions: The SABAI Top No. 1 with ribbed borders, there is also a second, completely in stockinette stitch, knit version.

We have lots of lovely colorways to choose from!

Pattern: SABAI Top
by Susanne Müller

Yarn: Berroco Tillie
Tillie is a luxurious hand-dyed yarn made of pima cotton and cupro, a sustainable silk-like byproduct of cotton processing. Tillie’s chainette construction creates a lightweight yarn with generous yardage, along with amazing softness and structure. Made in Peru, this cotton blend has a gorgeous drape, smooth feel, and long-lasting durability. Plus it’s machine washable!