Welcome to Lana Pura
We are dedicated to providing a choice of fine knitting yarns, patterns and accessories together with a secure, first-class shopping experience for our customers.
Our range of knitting yarn and crochet yarn is selected from leading and innovative brands such as Rowan, Rowan Classic, Jade Saphire, Debbie Bliss, Noro, Artesano and Manos del Uruguay.
Inspired designs and original accessories at Lana Pura include Ilga Leja, Brittany, The Big Yarn, Prym, Art Viva and Two Stix.
Lana Pura also runs an exciting series of knitting workshops for you to book online.
Don't forget to take a look at our reduced yarn section - last updated 31 October 2009.
What's new?
New Autumn/Winter ’09 yarns, patterns and new shades from Rowan are now in stock for the Autumn/Winter season. Gorgeous new yarns: Lima, British Sheep Breeds DK, Felted Tweed Aran, Felted Tweed Chunky, Silky Tweed, Alpaca Cotton and Pure Cashmere DK from Rowan, Fez and Luxury Tweed Chunky from Debbie Bliss and Yuzen from Noro. There are some wonderful pattern books too: Magazine 46, The Lima Collection, The Colourscape Folk Collection, The Purelife Winter Collection, Winter Solace, Heartland, DK Designs for Men & Women and 4 PLY designs for Men and Women from Rowan, Fez, The Big Easy, 9 to 5 and Blankets Bears & Booties from Debbie Bliss, and finally from Noro, Volume 26.
Precious is the latest book from Kim Hargreaves and features 21 designs for men and women using Rowan yarns. Yarns used include Pure Cashmere DK, Kidsilk Haze, Kidsilk Aura, Pima Cotton DK, Cashsoft 4ply, Cashsoft Aran, Wool Cotton DK, Kid Classic, Felted Tweed and Big Wool.
Studio 17 Issue 17 is all about Sparkle - featuring eight garments using Kidsilk Aura, Kidsilk Haze, Shimmer, Pure Silk DK and Wool Cotton. It is a collection of designs with extra sparkle to help you party in style.
Our new yarn shop is open in Shaldon village, and if you are coming to Devon or live in the area, please drop in and visit us.
Events
Upcoming Workshops - “Professional Finishing Techniques” on Saturday 17th October 2009. “A Knitted Christmas: Create and Decorate” on Saturday 28th November 2009. “Mystery Blanket Techniques For All” with Debbie Abrahams on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th April 2010 - Book now to avoid disappointment for what will be a fabulous weekend! For further details start by clicking here.
Knitting Group - we are meeting again on Tuesday 3rd November 2009 at The Ness Hotel, Shaldon, from 7:00pm.
We recommend:
Breeze
“Breeze” by Kim Hargreaves, contains twenty-one fresh, new designs by Kim Hargreaves for garments & accessories, using Rowan & Rowan Classic yarns. All Seasons Cotton, Pima Cotton DK, Denim, Fine Milk Cotton, Wool Cotton, Summer Tweed, Handknit Cotton and Purelife Organic Cotton 4ply. Take a look.
Little Luxury Knits
“Little Luxury Knits” by Alison Crowther-Smith features 20 plus projects in this book using Rowan's delicate Kidsilk yarns.
Frills, beads and sequins add a touch of magic to many of the designs. Follow this link.
Rowan Lenpur™ Linen
Rowan Lenpur™ Linen is a beautiful new yarn with a wonderful drape. Lenpur™ is an innovative new fibre made from wood pulp with gives a smooth, soft, self mercerized finish, perfect for the summer season. The Lenpur™ Linen Collection contains 12 designs with 14 garment options by Sarah Hattan. Click here.
