Ancient Arts Yarns + Dye Studio - 607 Manitou Road SE, Calgary, AB
Calendar of Events
All times Mountain
4 pm to 8pm - Doors Open
5 pm - Behind the scenes tour
6 pm - Free lecture, our history, the creative process and the importance of preserving heritage breeds.
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7 pm - Maker Night + Fibre Trivia
All times Mountain
10 am to 5 pm Doors Open
11 am - Behind the scenes tour
2 pm - Behing the scenes tour
3 pm - Stitch-In + Fibre Trivia
Pop Up Vendors
All times Mountain
11 am to 4 pm - Doors Open
2 pm - Behind the scenes tour
3 pm - Free lecture. Walk n' Talk with Caroline. Tour of our yarn bases.
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Pop Up Vendors
All Over Like Fairy Dust
This is our Grand Opening, limited edition colourway which reflects all of us here at Ancient Arts. Caroline put on the base colours for herself and Dan, then the rest of us picked a colour and sprinkled it "all over like fairy dust!"
Socknado - Fingering / Sock
80% Superwash Fine Merino 20% Nylon 3 Ply Fingering / Sock
350 meters / 385 yards per 100 gram / 3.5 oz skein
Gauge: 27 - 32 sts / 4 inches (10 cm) US 1.5 - 3 or 2.5 - 3.25 mm
While we make every effort to represent colour accurately, they may vary slightly when viewed on different monitors.
This cardigan features three different textures that are relaxing to knit, yet keep the work interesting without being fussy. It also has saddle shoulders, a shawl collar, and a button band. Although sized for men, this cardigan can definitely be unisex!
This hoodie is a classic - drawing on Celtic/Viking and Canadian influences to create a piece that is both enchanting and engaging. The timeless design features a one-piece, top down construction, a two clasp placket and is wearable by everyone due to it's unisex sizing!
Introducing our latest non-superwash, breed-specific yarn. Click button below to learn more and watch full Interweave Knits review by Andrea Lotz.
INTERESTING ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Ancient Arts Yarn is an artisan hand dye company drawing our inspirations from nature, art, and our love of stories. We use only premium bases ethically sourced, ethically milled, and spun exclusively for us. Our yarns are ideal for knitting, crochet, weaving, and any other craft requiring a top-quality yarn. All yarns are individually hand dyed in small dye lots using environmentally conscious dyes and dyeing practices.
607 Manitou Road SE
Calgary AB, T2G 4C2
STORE HOURS - Mon - Sat 10 am to 4pm
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