Forget the little old lady in the rocking chair, it seems knitting isn’t just for grandma anymore. Thanks to Wool and the Gang, the product of Lisa Sabrier and Carolyn Main, “guys and girls from 7 to 77 years old” have the opportunity to become “all tied together by a piece of yard”- while still maintaining their dignity, nonetheless. Produced deep in the heart of Peru’s Andean Highland, their top quality wool makes them a force to be reckoned with-distinguishing them from Fabricland to fashionable. Their “Crazy Sexy Wool” (they said it, not me) sounds almost too good to be true: soft, with thermal properties and beautiful natural shades. Mmm.. and PETA will be pleased to know the sheep are carefully looked after by their shepherds… how sweet! And though knitting may seem like a daunting task and not for the faint of heart, the Gang offers kits, which include all your knitting essentials: yarn, needles, patterns and accessories. But for those who feel their hand-eye co-ordination is a bit too subpar (or maybe those who are just too embarrassed to embrace their inner senior citizen), they also sell ready-made knitwear. So, maybe we’re not all talented enough to whip up a knitted a masterpiece, but, let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a cosy sweater or scarf during the frigid winter months? Bottom line: Get knitting. All the cool kids are doing it.

Words: Stacie Brockman | Photos: TH

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