![From circa 1940, here is a photo of Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother), with Princesses Margaret (left) and Elizabeth (right, later Queen Elizabeth II), knitting to help charities during World War 2.
Remember, the Factory Shop will be OPEN for the Queen's Birthday public holiday on June 14th, from 10.00am - 3.00pm. The phone line will not be operating on this day.
Source: Getty Images.]()
From circa 1940, here is a photo of Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother), with Princesses Margaret (left) and Elizabeth (right, later Queen Elizabeth II), knitting to help charities during World War 2. Remember, the Factory Shop will be OPEN for the Queen's Birthday public holiday on June 14th, from 10.00am - 3.00pm. The phone line will not be operating on this day. Source: Getty Images. ![The Factory Shop will be OPEN for the Queen's Birthday public holiday on June 14th, from 10.00am - 3.00pm. The phone line will not be operating on this day.
This photo from the late 19th century shows Queen Victoria of England, crocheting. We wonder what she would have been making here! Towards the end of her life, she crocheted a series of chunky scarves for veterans, but what else might a Queen spend her time crafting?!]()
The Factory Shop will be OPEN for the Queen's Birthday public holiday on June 14th, from 10.00am - 3.00pm. The phone line will not be operating on this day. This photo from the late 19th century shows Queen Victoria of England, crocheting. We wonder what she would have been making here! Towards the end of her life, she crocheted a series of chunky scarves for veterans, but what else might a Queen spend her time crafting?! ![Heidi brought some gorgeous crochet work in today! How lovely does this sweet tulip blanket look in a mix of Classic yarns? The tulip motif is just gorgeous, with a bit of texture and a pop of colour on each bud! Thank you for sharing, Heidi! 🌷🌹🌷🌹🌷🌹🌷🌹🌷🌹🌷🌹
Pattern: adapted from https://www.crochetbeja.com/tulip-stitch-crochet-pattern-tutorial/ - another good tutorial is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lRXIocH7Mk from Bella Coco (UK terms).]()
Heidi brought some gorgeous crochet work in today! How lovely does this sweet tulip blanket look in a mix of Classic yarns? The tulip motif is just gorgeous, with a bit of texture and a pop of colour on each bud! Thank you for sharing, Heidi! 🌷🌹🌷🌹🌷🌹🌷🌹🌷🌹🌷🌹 Pattern: adapted from https://www.crochetbeja.com/tulip-stitch-crochet-pattern-tutorial/ - another good tutorial is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lRXIocH7Mk from Bella Coco (UK terms). ![How gorgeous is Kathy in this lovely Autumn jumper in Classic 12 ply Broadleaf?! The V-shaped yoke is so unique, and the definition on the cables is just superb.
Thanks so much for sharing, Kathy!
Pattern: Autumn by Jennifer Wood, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/autumn-25
Yarn: Classic 12 ply in Broadleaf https://www.bendigowoollenmills.com.au/classic-12-ply]()
How gorgeous is Kathy in this lovely Autumn jumper in Classic 12 ply Broadleaf?! The V-shaped yoke is so unique, and the definition on the cables is just superb. Thanks so much for sharing, Kathy! Pattern: Autumn by Jennifer Wood, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/autumn-25 Yarn: Classic 12 ply in Broadleaf https://www.bendigowoollenmills.com.au/classic-12-ply ![Thanks for your patience with us during the current round of restrictions! In line with government advice and the easing restrictions, the Factory Shop in Bendigo will reopen tomorrow (Friday 4th), and be open as usual on Saturday 5th. The following COVID-safe principles will be in place, in addition to sanitizing and social distancing:
- Check in via the Service Victoria QR code check-in will be mandatory. We can help if you don't know how to do it, but it is now a legal requirement.
- Face masks are mandatory.
- There are limits on how many people may be in the store at one time. Please be patient.
Another reminder: if there is a specific product/shade you are looking for, please call during office hours (Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5pm) as some products are on back-order or not on display in the store.
Thanks in advance for your understanding! Stay safe, Victoria, and happy crafting!
Pictured: Bloom 8 ply in Hydrangea]()
Thanks for your patience with us during the current round of restrictions! In line with government advice and the easing restrictions, the Factory Shop in Bendigo will reopen tomorrow (Friday 4th), and be open as usual on Saturday 5th. The following COVID-safe principles will be in place, in addition to sanitizing and social distancing: - Check in via the Service Victoria QR code check-in will be mandatory. We can help if you don't know how to do it, but it is now a legal requirement. - Face masks are mandatory. - There are limits on how many people may be in the store at one time. Please be patient. Another reminder: if there is a specific product/shade you are looking for, please call during office hours (Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5pm) as some products are on back-order or not on display in the store. Thanks in advance for your understanding! Stay safe, Victoria, and happy crafting! Pictured: Bloom 8 ply in Hydrangea ![At long last, we have a new limited edition yarn to share with our patient customers! Our new “Galaxy” yarn has been waiting to be released since 2020! It is a beautifully soft yarn made from 50% Wool and 50% Bamboo, with a fingering twist and a perfect balance of warmth and softness, and is sure to be a hit with fans of our old Stellar yarn.
This gorgeous yarn features 12 amazing colours in 4 and 8 Ply. The bamboo gives it a beautiful sheen that looks stunning in all kinds of projects.
Even better: it is currently ON SALE for $13.00/200g ball until July 31st. RRP for this one is $15.00/ball.
For a limited time only, you can also choose one of our Galaxy patterns FREE with each Galaxy purchase. You can find the eligible patterns on the Galaxy shadecard (which has been mailed out now), or here: https://www.bendigowoollenmills.com.au/knitting-patterns?suggested_yarn=1545 . The discount is applied automatically at checkout.
Check out this sublime new yarn now!
https://www.bendigowoollenmills.com.au/galaxy-4-ply
https://www.bendigowoollenmills.com.au/galaxy-8-ply]()
At long last, we have a new limited edition yarn to share with our patient customers! Our new “Galaxy” yarn has been waiting to be released since 2020! It is a beautifully soft yarn made from 50% Wool and 50% Bamboo, with a fingering twist and a perfect balance of warmth and softness, and is sure to be a hit with fans of our old "Stellar" yarn. This gorgeous yarn features 12 amazing colours in 4 and 8 Ply. The bamboo gives it a beautiful sheen that looks stunning in all kinds of projects. Even better: it is currently ON SALE for $13.00/200g ball until July 31st. RRP for this one is $15.00/ball. For a limited time only, you can also choose one of our Galaxy patterns FREE with each Galaxy purchase. You can find the eligible patterns on the Galaxy shadecard (which has been mailed out now), or here: https://www.bendigowoollenmills.com.au/knitting-patterns?suggested_yarn=1545 . The discount is applied automatically at checkout. Check out this sublime new yarn now! https://www.bendigowoollenmills.com.au/galaxy-4-ply https://www.bendigowoollenmills.com.au/galaxy-8-ply ![@kukieknits has done an absolutely phenomenal job of this sweater! Look at the stitch definition of the gorgeous cables on this piece. Such a modern, but classic, design - the textures and swooping cables all come together so nicely. Superb work, Ira!
Pattern: Nightingale by @norahgn
Yarn: BWM Luxury 10 ply in Steel (not currently available, try Coastal Blue or Blue Denim for a similar feel).]()
@kukieknits has done an absolutely phenomenal job of this sweater! Look at the stitch definition of the gorgeous cables on this piece. Such a modern, but classic, design - the textures and swooping cables all come together so nicely. Superb work, Ira! Pattern: Nightingale by @norahgn Yarn: BWM Luxury 10 ply in Steel (not currently available, try Coastal Blue or Blue Denim for a similar feel). ![The @westknits Bubbles Jumper that @doctorannieautumn has knit from a range of our 8 ply yarn is just stunning! Look at the texture of that yoke!
The colours she's chosen are so magnificently vibrant, a perfect antidote for the grey skies of Winter.
Thank you so much for sharing, Annie, so inspiring and bright!]()
The @westknits Bubbles Jumper that @doctorannieautumn has knit from a range of our 8 ply yarn is just stunning! Look at the texture of that yoke! The colours she's chosen are so magnificently vibrant, a perfect antidote for the grey skies of Winter. Thank you so much for sharing, Annie, so inspiring and bright! ![So many projects, so little time. Here in the BWM office, lots of us are excitedly planning our Winter knitting & crocheting projects!
To make your planning a little easier, we have a limited number of our special BWM Project Planner binders available for sale! These gorgeous planners are sized for A5 paper, with two rings, and they come with a pre-punched BWM project planner notepad.
As it's a standard size, you can add your own inserts - we've seen people using plastic pockets to store cables and needles, gauge swatches, and more.
Limited stocks only! Find this product at our website here: https://www.bendigowoollenmills.com.au/project-planner (link in our bio).]()
So many projects, so little time. Here in the BWM office, lots of us are excitedly planning our Winter knitting & crocheting projects! To make your planning a little easier, we have a limited number of our special BWM Project Planner binders available for sale! These gorgeous planners are sized for A5 paper, with two rings, and they come with a pre-punched BWM project planner notepad. As it's a standard size, you can add your own inserts - we've seen people using plastic pockets to store cables and needles, gauge swatches, and more. Limited stocks only! Find this product at our website here: https://www.bendigowoollenmills.com.au/project-planner (link in our bio). ![Hi folks! As you've no doubt heard, Victoria is having a snap lockdown for the next seven days, starting at midnight tonight. This means the following:
- Orders can still be placed online and over the phone as normal.
- The Factory Shop will be closed until non-essential retail stores are permitted to reopen. Keep an eye on our social media for any updates.
- Orders will continue to be dispatched but there will be some delays, both in processing and in the postal system.
- Customers in Bendigo can call for a click-and-collect pickup at our premises, if we're within their 5km radius.
As before, we're doing everything we can to get your orders out to you while staying safe. We all know the drill - and we're so very grateful to have such a supportive community of customers at this time.
Love from us all at Bendigo Woollen Mills, and we look forward to seeing you all again in person as soon as we can! 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙
Pictured: wrap yourself up warm at home with PT8494 - the Cable Twist Blanket in 3 different ply options. Find it on our website now.]()
Hi folks! As you've no doubt heard, Victoria is having a snap lockdown for the next seven days, starting at midnight tonight. This means the following: - Orders can still be placed online and over the phone as normal. - The Factory Shop will be closed until non-essential retail stores are permitted to reopen. Keep an eye on our social media for any updates. - Orders will continue to be dispatched but there will be some delays, both in processing and in the postal system. - Customers in Bendigo can call for a click-and-collect pickup at our premises, if we're within their 5km radius. As before, we're doing everything we can to get your orders out to you while staying safe. We all know the drill - and we're so very grateful to have such a supportive community of customers at this time. Love from us all at Bendigo Woollen Mills, and we look forward to seeing you all again in person as soon as we can! 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 Pictured: wrap yourself up warm at home with PT8494 - the Cable Twist Blanket in 3 different ply options. Find it on our website now.
