Today’s treat is a brand new dyelot of Violet Backed Starling, ready to swoop into your stash in all its glossy, birdy glory. If bird‑themed yarn makes your heart sing, the 2026 Eurasian Birds Yarn Club is open and you can subscribe for a whole year of feathered fibre joy. Mothyandthesquid.com 🧶

A reminder of some of the sale yarn still available. Sure, the discounts aren’t enormous, but you are a smart person who understands there aren’t enormous margins on handmade artisanal items. A small discount is a fair compromise that works for both of us. Enjoy! Mothyandthesquid.com 🧶

Four new colourways dropped this week on our merino cotton base 🌸✨ Seasonal Rose brings all the dreamy bouquet vibes, Scotland in the Mist is a silvery neutral, Monet’s Garden is a serene lily‑pond in yarn form, and Bluebells is a glowing woodland of blues and purples. mothyandthesquid.com 🧶

NEW! Bluebells: a dance of woodland blues, twirling violets, and leafy greens like a springtime waltz through a carpet of flowers. This cheerful yarn brings a joyful pop of colour and a sprinkle of speckles to brighten your new year’s project. Mothyandthesquid.com 🧶 #mothyandthesquid

Fly into a year of colour and creativity with the 2026 Eurasian Birds Yarn Club, where every month brings you an exclusive hand dyed colourway, colour-coordinated packaging, an info card about the featured species, plus a matching stitch marker or tiny themed treat. #mothyandthesquid

NEW Monet’s Garden on velvety soft merino pima cotton blend yarn. Celebrating water lilies as both subject and muse, living artworks in an open air studio. Their shifting colours and reflections inspire creativity and yield dreamily soft projects in a versatile colour mix. Mothyandthesquid.com

Dusky rose and cool twilight heather twist through this wintry romantic floral arrangement. Softly speckled pinks, lavenders and deep greens create a refined yet joyful palette, a perfect antidote the long dark nights at this time of year. Mothyandthesquid.com

NEW! If your inner fire, like mine, is a dumpster fire, then this is your yarn! Blazing hot reds, molten oranges, and searing yellow flames crash together, broken up with inky black speckles like drifting soot. Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn

“Scotland in the Mist”, a very pretty marled misty grey yarn with subtle depth, echoing a winter sky with soft, shifting cloud. A velvety soft merino/cotton mix that creates this delightful overall marled effect that’s quite unique. Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

A very small number of colourways are on sale. NGL, these are the unpopular ones that most people don’t want … but if you have uncommon taste and like the unusual you may find an underrated treasure! Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Fly into a year of colour and creativity with the 2026 Eurasian Birds Yarn Club! Each month you’ll receive an exclusive bird inspired hand dyed colourway wrapped in colour co-ordinated packaging, an information card about the species and a matching small themed gift. Mothyandthesquid.com #yarn

If you’ve been caught up in festive fun this week, you might have missed these joyful new colourways on our easy‑care, non‑superwash merino base. Wonderfully soft and luxurious, brightly coloured, and low‑fuss washing so you can enjoy everyday wear. #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus) is a beautiful perennial known for its tall stems topped with clusters of blue trumpet-shaped flowers. In Australia it is sometimes known as Star of Bethlehem for its appearance just before Christmas. Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Bluebells: pretty, playful, fresh. Woodland blues, soft violets and leafy greens, reminiscent of a spring carpets of flowers. This yarn brings a joyful burst of colour and subtle speckles to your handmade projects. Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Monet’s Garden. Water lilies as both subject and muse, living artworks in an open air studio. Their shifting colours and reflections let Monet explore light, time and emotion. Let this yarn do the same for you and unleash your creativity. #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

Glacier. This representation of ancient ice captured in yarn form is not pure white. Subtle stony greys drift across a snowy white base, evoking crevassed ridges, frozen shadows and dramatic storm-lit skies. Deep charcoal speckles echo scattered moraine. Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn

Glorious marmalade, dark coal, and comforting cream, this calico yarn purrs with personality. Imagine cosy cardies, soft shawls and snuggly socks inspired by your feline friend. Luxury merino brings warmth, comfort and joyful memories to your crafting. Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn

Golden, pumpkin and amber blend organically in this cosy ginger cat inspired yarn, reminiscent of firelit fur and sleepy purrs. With warm hearthlight in every strand, it celebrates the soft, contented magic of your favourite feline friend. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #cat mothyandthesquid.com

Tuxedo Cat is an irresistibly sleek black‑and‑white colourway inspired by playful felines in their permanent party wear. Deep inky black with bright white is perfect for shawls, socks and cardigans that are a pleasure to craft. 🐈‍⬛ #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet #cat mothyandthesquid.com

Scottish Weather. A very pretty skein of misty grey yarn with subtle depth, echoing bare branches against a winter sky and soft, shifting cloud. A calm, understated tone that flatters most complexions and pairs effortlessly with neutrals and bold shades. #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

This week’s joyful new colourways! Which is your favourite? I’ve switched the inspiration photo for Fragrant Daphne to one that shows more flowers and fewer leaves so people appreciate how much purple is present in the yarn. #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

Frost-kissed forget-me-nots inspire this luxurious colourway, blending soft winter blues with delicate speckles of violet and fern green. Gentle shifts of colour echo snowy garden borders at dusk, perfect for serene creations that feel quietly special. #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

Your pre-Christmas feast for the eyes continues! Inspired by the understated beauty of Fragrant Daphne, this delicate speckled colourway blends soft blush purple with subtle green undertones on a velvet-soft merino/cotton blend. #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

Ah, the warming joy of happy Summer Memories expressed in yarn form for your viewing pleasure. Inspired by waterlilies and dappled garden ponds - cool blues, soft greens and romantic petal-pinks create graceful colour shifts perfect for keeping summer joy alive all year! #mothyandthesquid #yarn

June’s Top Nine - what a delightful month full of colour. Don’t you just love happy memories? And I absolutely agree with you all for making the top left the most popular colourway, water lilies are so beautiful. Isn’t that nice? #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

Yes! There is even more beautiful colour to be had from Mothy and the Squid despite it being late in the year and in addition to all the other lovely yarn options I’ve shown you recently! This is Seasonal Rose on a luxurious merino/cotton blend. Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn

Wow… four new colourways in two days AND it was over a weekend! I hope you enjoyed it. I’m showing you more novel colourways because time is running out and I’m trying hard to keep the momentum going for a few more days! #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

Transformative Teal is Coloro Colour of the Year 2026. If you’d like a brighter life, don’t just think about it, act on it! Wear the fun accessories, knit the vibrant wool, display the striking decor, crochet up a colour storm. #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

A monochrome fade can be spiced up by a true dark black. I use two different dyes with different attributes to ensure my black is very black, and that elevates the whole experience of this grey set. You can also get Midnight Black Cat separately. #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

Pthalo Green is the internet’s choice for colour of the year 2026. It’s gorgeous and very versatile if you can get over that “feminine” urge to shrink yourself and conform. You’ve been told you can’t wear green but you *can* enjoy your one precious life in vivid hues. #mothyandthesquid #yarn

#ShowMeYourKnits Holiday edition 🎄 The Good Vibes shawl by Nadia Crétin-Léchenne. Yarn is Holly Berry and Poinsettia sock, both by @mothyandthesquid.bsky.social Thanks to the stellina in the yarn, it's sparkly & very Christmassy 😍🎅🏻🎄 #knit #knitsky

I specialise in colour, so white and ultra light greys are not really my area, but I do appreciate many people love them. I think there’s a lot to unpack with the Pantone colour of the year and yet my sales of white and grey have improved so here we are. Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn

Your roundup of this weeks new colourways - a small collection of deep rich blue/teal/green mixes that combine saturated vibrant colour with versatile wearability. Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Teal Ocean evokes wild waves, midnight beaches and cosy seaside cottages. Deep turquoise and inky blacks swirl with rich teal, perfect for shawls, cardigans and snuggly socks. Sophisticated yet wearable, it suits everyday elegance and thoughtful gifting. Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn

Night Ocean is an irresistibly elegant yarn, drenched in rich, inky blues that feel both deep and calming. Its saturated tones evoke moonlight on the sea, perfect for luxurious shawls and cosy cardigans. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Northern Lights on merino Pima cotton sock. A variegated mix of swirling greens and blues with dark black, beautiful and ethereal. I created this effect using dyes that bind to the wool but not the cotton for beautiful glints of white light throughout the skein. #mothyandthesquid #yarn

Top Nine from February 2025 - cat yarn continued to be popular but dog yarn was an absolute disaster. 😂 I had to rename, overdye, discount, and eventually give it away to get rid of it. 🤦🏼‍♀️ mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

This Small Business Saturday weekend I’m offering FREE classic medium grey miniskeins AND entire sets of rainbow butterfly stitch markers with every Twelve Days of Christmas gift box. These make wonderful presents for yarnies! #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

Top Nine for January this year. I thought I’d create one for each month so you could enjoy all my best work from 2025 over the next few weeks in amongst fun new stuff. January was cat month at Mothy and the Squid. Thank you for all the love! #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet #topnine

A roundup of this week’s fresh dyelots, all of which are way more fun than the Pantone colour of the year that looks like landlord white to me. Come get the fun stuff! #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet mothyandthesquid.com

A new batch of Woodland on aran. I have many variations with different mixes of purples and greens: some warmer, some cooler, some darker, some lighter, and multiple yarn bases and weights. Looking at my website is free and you might be inspired! #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

Horse Chestnut on DK, a new dyelot that’s beautifully rich and deep. Chestnut, moss and leaf tones capture the magic of woodland walks, bringing seasonal nostalgia to your craft. This week is for classic repeatables as many folk have holiday wish lists. #mothyandthesquid #yarn mothyandthesquid.com

New batches of Poinsettia yarn on sock, DK, and aran. It’s a classic Mothy and the Squid repeatable that is more popular than all my new yarn ideas put together. I’ve listed another batch of Winter Berries sparkle sock in case you missed out yesterday. #mothyandthesquid #yarn 🧶 Mothyandthesquid.com

Winter Berries on sparkle sock. This week I will be showing you the latest batches of some popular repeatables. These often do well at this time of year, perhaps because they have made it onto wish lists for the holiday season. 🧶 #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet Mothyandthesquid.com

New festive florals for this year. Plus, you get a FREE skein of Snowdrop with every Twelve Days of Christmas miniskein set this weekend only. Please share as it’s a rare opportunity to nab extra yarn that others may be interested in. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet Mothyandthesquid.com

Ornamental Cabbage mirrors the delicate crinkles as pretty speckles and preserves the delightful colours as yarn. FREE skein of undyed Snowdrop with every Twelve Days of Christmas miniskein set over the weekend. Enjoy! mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Another festive floral, Christmas Begonias have curled pink leaves edged in deep green with soft pink flowers. They make excellent cheering houseplants at this time of year. FREE skein of Snowdrop with every Twelve Days of Christmas mini skein set. 🧶 #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

FREE full size skein of Snowdrop sock with every Twelve Days of Christmas mini skein set this Black Friday through Cyber Monday. You don’t have to do anything, I’ll automatically put a skein in with every Twelve Days order. Mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

More festive flowers in yarn form. Winter Cyclamen brightens cold months with elegant pink petals and marbled heart-shaped leaves. I’ve lots of lovely floral colourways that you probably haven’t been shown so do take a look. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet mothyandthesquid.com 🧶