Newbie knitter looking for a ribbon yarn

[Julie]

I taught myself to knit two weeks ago during a long hospital visit and I am ready to tackle my first project this coming week.

I am only doing a scarf and wanted Lion Brand Incredible Yarn. I have googled and googled and can't find it anywhere in the UK.

Does anyone have any suggestions of a good online store where perhaps I can find it or something at least similar ?

Many Thanks

[SooG]

Hi Julie - I found some here at Rainbow Silks (http://www.rainbowsilks.co.uk/ProductDetails.cfm?SubCatId=553&Code=LIOINC). Not sure if they have the colours you want. Hope that helps.

[Julie]

Thank you so much Soo, you are quick off the mark, I have been looking all day !!!!

[SooG]

I love all types of yarn way too much to ever see a new knitter separated from hers! :) Happy to help.

[Marie]

I taught myself to knit two weeks ago during a long hospital visit and I am ready to tackle my first project this coming week.

I am only doing a scarf and wanted Lion Brand Incredible Yarn. I have googled and googled and can't find it anywhere in the UK.

Does anyone have any suggestions of a good online store where perhaps I can find it or something at least similar ?

Many Thanks

Hi Julie
Just wanted to say first of all hope your hospital stay went well and your health is restored.
Second, well done on teaching yourself to knit! I picked up my needles last year after more than 30 years and now can't put them down, it's addictive and relaxing and I hope you enjoy it more as you become more experienced!
I hope you've been able to find the yarn you mentioned. I always find a good place for asking questions is the knitting & crochet website http://www.ravelry.com. It's run by and for crafters and there are loads of forums where you can ask for information or help about all sorts of knitting/crochet issues, such as sourcing yarns and other materials. It's also a bit addictive as there is a ton of interesting information, free patterns etc.
Happy knitting!
Marie:clapping:

[morgana123]

Hi Julie

Love yarn are another website that has ribbon yarn, I bought some from them last year and it knits up lovely. I dont know if you have a Lidl nearby but if you do keep an eye on them as they often get ribbon and other "specialist" yarn in. Earlier this year I got some ribbon yarn from them and it was only £2.99 for 4 50g balls. Got three packs, gold, grey and lilac and made 6 scarves in total as presents, all very well received and they only took about an hour each to knit.

[Granny Penny]

Sorry - should have let you all know - Lidl had knitting needles (only in a few sizes in mine), wool and sewing kits in this week. Worth checking out on the website if you could be interested.

[craftycat]

Oops. Posted a link to a company I used to order from for Lion yarns in the UK but they no longer operate from Britain. Oh well. I'll keep looking

[craftycat]

Me again. This is a new firm for me so can't guarantee customer service. They do stock Lion brand but can't see the ribbon yarn.

http://www.cafeknit.com/lion_brand.php

The Love Yarn company someone else suggested is excellent. I've been buying my ruffle yarn from them