Introducing the High Line Pattern Collection

We are thrilled to announce the release of the High Line Pattern Collection, a collaboration with Jennifer Shiels Toland of JST Knitwear Designs. This timeless collection features two beautifully coordinated designs: the High Line Hat and the High Line Scarf.

Designed by JST Knitwear Designs, this collection blends clean lines, approachable construction, and wear-everywhere style. Paired with North Bay Fiber’s BayBlend DK, each piece has a soft, slightly woolly hand and a gorgeous drape that makes the stitches shine.

Whether you’re casting on for yourself or putting together handmade gifts, these patterns make for relaxing, satisfying knits you’ll reach for again and again.

BayBlend DK: The Yarn Behind the High Line Collection

For this collection, Jen used BayBlend DK, our soft and balanced wool–alpaca blend that creates beautifully textured fabric with an easy drape. It’s the perfect match for the modern lines in both the High Line Hat and High Line Scarf.

You can browse our full BayBlend DK color lineup right on the website and explore every shade we currently offer. Whether you love calm neutrals or bold jewel tones, there’s a palette that will make these patterns shine.

And a quick note for anyone who has been eyeing our original BayBlend batch:
This weekend is the final call for 20% off the first batch of BayBlend DK. Once it's gone, it’s gone — so if you want to stock up for holiday knitting or snag a few skeins for the High Line Collection, now’s the time.

Join Jen’s High Line KAL

To celebrate the release, Jen is hosting a High Line Knit-Along, and everyone is invited to join in. Whether you’re casting on the hat, the scarf, or both, it’s a fun and relaxed way to work through the collection together — with plenty of encouragement along the way.

She’ll be sharing tips, progress check-ins, and all the community support you love from a good KAL. It’s the perfect excuse to cast on something cozy and enjoy the process with fellow makers.

More details — including dates, how to sign up, and where to follow along — are available through Jen directly. Be sure to check out her page so you don’t miss anything.

Kick off the holiday season at our annual Holiday Open House! 


Saturday, November 8th, 10AM-2PM
North Bay Fiber
3737 N Huron Road
Pinconning, Michigan


The shop will be beautifully decorated for the holidays, and we’ll have a new batch of Bella Filato Studio yarn, Holiday Hat Kits, Open Stitch all day, a hot cocoa bar, sweet treats, and a chance to win a beautiful handmade tray filled with goodies — and of course, yarn!


Plus: Our full lineup of 40+ BayBlend DK colors will be freshly dyed and ready to shop in person! This marks the final batch from the mill, now spun with a touch more alpaca making it a dreamy 70/30 wool–alpaca blend — softer, loftier, and even more luxurious. We’re thrilled to share that the price will stay at just $19 a skein, making this special blend an incredible value.


We’re also excited to welcome special guest Allie of Isabella Flock Co., who will be knitting the day with us and giving a demo of her brand-new Knitter’s Nest and share her latest handmade creations.


New Pattern Release: We’ll also showcase our brand-new hat pattern — the Marled Marlow! It’s a quick and cozy knit for this gift-giving season, whether you’re making it for yourself or someone special. 

Preview of the hat below...

As a bonus, you’ll receive the Marled Marlow pattern free with the purchase of one skein of Bella Filato Suri Alpaca and one skein of North Bay Fiber Heritage DK or BayBlend DK.


Come for the yarn and stay for the company. 
What a perfect way to start the holiday season!


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Virtual Holiday Open House

While we wish everyone could join us in person for our Holiday Open House, we know that’s not always possible — and we don’t want to leave out any of our online friends! So, we’re bringing a little holiday cheer your way with a Virtual Holiday Open House of your own. 

Once the shop closes we will open the Virtual Holiday Open House on Saturday, November 8th at 3:00 PM EST, and run this event through Sunday night.

Here’s what’s happening online for our Virtual Holiday Open House:

🎁 Free Pattern Gift: Receive the brand-new Marled Marlow Hat pattern free with purchase of:
• one skein of Bella Filato Suri Alpaca, and
• one skein of Heritage DK or BayBlend DK

No code needed — a copy of the pattern will be sent to you when your order ships.

🎁 Holiday Hat Kits: Holiday Hat Kits are making a comeback! Limited quantities drop when our Virtual Holiday Open House begins!

🎁 Virtual Door Prize: As a little holiday cheer from us, everyone who places an online order during our Virtual Holiday Open House will be entered to win a $100 North Bay Fiber e-gift card! A winner will be chosen at random and contacted by Tuesday, November 11th.

This is our way of saying thank you as we 
kick off the Holiday Season together!

Introducing BayBlend

Our newest yarn is here — and it’s something truly special.

There’s something magical about the moment a new yarn comes to life — when all the dreaming, sketching, testing, and waiting finally come together in your hands. For us, that moment has arrived. We’re thrilled to introduce BayBlend, the newest addition to the North Bay Fiber family.

BayBlend is our very first blended base — a thoughtful combination of fibers chosen to capture everything we love about our yarns: softness, structure, and an unmistakable sense of place.

The Blend

At its heart, BayBlend is made of 85% Targhee–Polypay wool — the same beautiful, Michigan-sourced wool that gives our North Bay Fiber Heritage line its bounce and body — and 15% Huacaya alpaca, a touch of luxury that adds a gentle halo and extra warmth. Together, they create a yarn that’s light yet full, soft yet durable, and perfect for both colorwork and texture.

100% American-Made

Like all our yarns, BayBlend is sourced, spun, and hand-dyed entirely in the United States.

• Wool Sourced: Ogemaw County, Michigan
• Alpaca Sourced: North Salem, New York
• Spun: Crescent Woolen Mill Co., Wisconsin
• Hand-Dyed: Pinconning, Michigan

The Details

• Non-superwash

• Woolen spun

• 2-ply

• Wool approx 23-24 micron

• Alpaca approx 19-21 micron

• 150 yards / 137 meters per 50g skein

• Heavy DK / light worsted

A New Chapter

BayBlend made its debut at Indie Untangled 2025, and the response from the community filled our hearts. This first batch is small — a limited-run blend that will only be available while supplies last. We’ll share updates as soon as our next batch arrives from the mill, so be sure to sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop.

Creating BayBlend has been a labor of love, and we couldn’t be more excited to finally share it with you. It’s a yarn that bridges our love of heritage wool with a touch of alpaca softness — a perfect balance of comfort, craft, and connection.

We can’t wait to see what you create with it.

— Jill & the North Bay Fiber Team

Introducing Knit Therapy at North Bay Fiber

Expert help. No pressure. And a warm place to land.

We’ve all been there. You’re knitting along on your project, feeling great, and then… something doesn’t look right. A dropped stitch. A confusing pattern instruction. A weird edge that wasn’t supposed to happen. Or maybe you just haven’t picked up your needles in weeks and can’t remember where you left off.

Enter: Knit Therapy — a new weekly offering at North Bay Fiber designed to be a soft place to land when you need a little guidance, encouragement, or accountability with your knitting.

🧵 What is Knit Therapy?

Knit Therapy is a casual, drop-in support session where you can sit with one of our expert team members and get the one-on-one help you need to move forward with your project.

It’s not a full class or a private lesson — think of it more like a knitting support group, with expert guidance and friendly faces.

Whether you're:

• Starting a brand new pattern and need help with cast-on confidence

• Feeling lost in a pattern and unsure where to go next

• Trying to fix a mistake but don’t want to make it worse

• Returning to a long-lost WIP and don’t know where to pick back up

• Or just want some thoughtful guidance as you build your skills…
  

We’ve got you.

📍 When & Where

Every Thursday
10:00 AM – 12:00 NOON
At the North Bay Fiber shop — 3737 N Huron Road, Pinconning, MI

💸 How Much?

• Drop-in session: $20

• Punch card: $100 for 6 sessions (Buy 5, get 1 FREE!)
  
  

We limit each session to 6 knitters so everyone gets the time and attention they need. Pre-registration is encouraged!
Just call us at 989‑200‑2016 and we’ll add your name to the list.

✨ Why We Call It Knit Therapy

Because it really is.

There’s something about knitting that soothes the mind, settles the nerves, and brings people together. And sometimes, just having a calm, supportive space (with someone nearby who knows how to fix that miscrossed cable) is all it takes to feel confident again.

So think of this as your weekly check-in — for your project and your peace of mind.

We hope you'll join us!

Sneak Peek:
Anniversary Sale + Special Launches This Weekend!

It’s hard to believe, but this week marks the fourth anniversary of North Bay Fiber—and we are thrilled to celebrate with you!



Shown above, early days dyeing yarn in freezing temps. Fast forward to today, operating from our very own storefront (shown below).

This has been the most amazing journey of growth, creativity, and community. And through it all, your support has meant the world. THANK YOU for being part of our story!

We’re so excited to share this milestone with you—and to say thank you, we’re offering exclusive new products, special restocks, and a celebratory discount all weekend long!

This weekend we will kick off our Anniversary Celebration both in-store and online! Here's your early preview so you know what to expect when everything goes live this Friday at 10am eastern.

All sales and promos kick-off
this Friday, August 8th at 10am Eastern,
run until Sunday, August 10th, at midnight.

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HERITAGE 20% OFF

We’re celebrating our journey with a special thank-you to the yarn that started it all—Heritage. This is the first yarn we ever launched at North Bay Fiber, and it continues to be our top seller and the heart of what we do. Sourced from 100% American Targhee-Polypay wool, spun at American mills and dyed by hand in our studio, Heritage represents our love for high-quality, breed-specific, custom milled yarns that honor the beauty of American wool.

20% Off All Heritage Yarn
Available in-store and online
Use code: 4THANNIVERSARY

Whether you love the DK, Sport, or Fingering weight, now is the perfect time to stock up—or finally cast on that project you’ve been dreaming about!

 Sale runs Friday through Sunday only! 

NOTE: Don’t forget to use code 4THANNIVERSARY at checkout—
we can’t go back and apply it later, so be sure to enter it before you complete your order!

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LIMITED EDITION MUGS

We’re excited to partner with Grayling Ceramics, a small pottery studio in downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan, led by husband-and-wife team Maura and Shay Church. Their work reflects the beauty and spirit of the Great Lakes region—each piece thoughtfully made with both form and function in mind.

For our 4th anniversary, they’ve created a special batch of wheel-thrown mugs just for North Bay Fiber. These timeless 14oz mugs are not only beautiful—they’re built to last. Crafted from food-safe clay and glazes developed in-house, they’re both microwave and dishwasher safe. 

Available in two stunning finishes: 
a crisp, classic white and a cool, lake blue.

BUY NOW

Perfect for morning coffee, cozy knitting breaks, or gifting to a fellow maker.

 Available in-store and online starting Friday at 10AM ET.
Only available while supplies last!

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LIMITED EDITION - EXCLUSIVE COLLABORATION 
YARN RETURN

We are excited to celebrate our 4th anniversary with not one, but two exclusive sock yarn favorites—back for a limited time only!

Our custom self-striping sock yarn from Julia Vesper of Knitterly Things. These joyful, North Bay–inspired stripes were designed just for us and dyed in her signature style. If you missed them the first time, now’s your chance to scoop up this vibrant, one-of-a-kind skein before it disappears again!

BUY NOW

Also returning: the stunning sock set from Gwen Perenchio, of Bella Filato Studio, featuring an exclusive colorway created just for North Bay Fiber. Gwen’s thoughtful pairing of a speckled full skein with a perfectly matched mini makes this set ideal for socks with contrast heels and toes—or any project that could use a playful pop of color.

BUY NOW

Available in-store and online starting Friday at 10AM ET.
Only available while supplies last!

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BELLA FILATO STOCKIST

In addition to all the anniversary excitement, we’re beyond thrilled to announce that North Bay Fiber is now an official stockist of Bella Filato Studio!

If you were lucky enough to meet Gwen and see her yarns at our shop earlier this summer, you’ll understand why are obsessed. Her stunning colorways, thoughtful dyeing process, and creative energy are a great match for North Bay Fiber—and we couldn’t be happier to become a stockist of her yarns.

You can now shop a curated selection of Bella Filato Studio skeins year-round, both in-store and online. Come take a peek—you’re going to fall in love all over again.

SHOP YARN

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ICE DYED T-SHIRTS

A North Bay Fiber celebration wouldn’t be complete without a fresh batch of our one-of-a-kind, hand-dyed logo tees—and we’ve just restocked them in time for our 4th Anniversary!

Each shirt is ice-dyed in small batches, creating soft, organic swirls of color that make every single tee completely unique—just like the knitters and makers who wear them.

A true wearable piece of fiber art with no two are alike!

Available in-store and online starting Friday at 10AM ET—while they last!

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SPECIAL SATURDAY STORE HOURS & CELEBRATION

Are you in the Pinconning, Michigan area—or are you up for a road trip?
We’re opening our doors this Saturday, August 9th from 10:00AM to 2:00PM for a special Anniversary Edition of Second Saturday, and we’d love for you to join us!

Here’s what’s happening in the shop:

• Open Knit All Day – bring your WIP and stitch with us!
• Jill Tamminen of Knit Sisu in the house for her class (details below)!
• Snacks, treats, and fiber-loving camaraderie
• In-store Door Prize Drawing
• Great company + all around good vibes!

And don’t miss your chance to take Jill’s Color Play Workshop, happening right here in the shop! A few Spots are still available! It’s a wonderful way to experience the energy of our anniversary celebration while learning something new and inspiring.

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT IN CLASS

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Starting North Bay Fiber is a dream come true. I hope you continue to follow along as I share my journey; the story, sourcing, process, patterns, and of course…the YARN!⁣

Thank you for your support, stay safe, and knit lots!

Love Jill and the Boys

Middle of the Mitten Yarn Crawl — June 12th–21st

We have so much planned at North Bay Fiber to make this yarn crawl extra special!

✨ Here’s what’s happening:

🧶 Two amazing trunk shows

• Haulin’ Hoof Farm Store – June 13–14
A small family business based in the hills of southeastern Ohio, Haulin’ Hoof creates handcrafted, natural, and one-of-a-kind goods. From gorgeous yarn bowls to beautiful buttons and accessories made of wood, wool, and clay—it’s a treasure trove for fiber lovers.

• Bella Filato Studios – June 20–21
Gwen Perenchio is a Northern Michigan dyer with a distinctive style and eye for color. Her small-batch yarns are rich, vibrant, and full of personality—perfect for adding something truly special to your next project.

🧵 Special guest instructors
Join us for exclusive classes on both Saturdays of the crawl:
• June 14th: Cable Eyeglass Case Class with Valerie of Haulin Hoof – Learn beautiful cable techniques and leave with a finished project!  SIGN UP HERE
• June 21st: Gauge & Fit Workshop with Jill of Knit Sisu – Demystify gauge, learn how to tailor patterns, and walk away with confidence (and a free "Make It Fit" guide!). SIGN UP HERE

🎨 New Colorway Reveal
We’re launching a fresh new North Bay Fiber color just in time for the crawl—be the first to see it in person!

🧣 Shawl Kit Re-Release (with a twist!)
We’ve refreshed not one, but two of Jill Zielinski’s (@knitterella) classic shawl designs. Purchase a kit (in-store or online) and get the pattern free with 3+ skeins of Elemental Fingering.

🎁 Crawl-Week Gifts with Purchase (while supplies last – online + in-store):
• Purchases under $50 – surprise gift
• $51–$175 – special bonus gift
• $176+ – extra-special thank-you gift!

🎒 Grab your official Yarn Crawl Bag + Passport for just $10—available online or in the shop. Quantities are limited!  GET YOURS HERE

🧶 Join us for World Wide Knit In Public Day!
On Saturday, June 14, bring your lawn chair and your project—weather permitting, we’ll be stitching together out on the front lawn! All crafts welcome.

🕘 Extended Shop Hours (June 12–21):
• Mon: Closed
• Tue: 10–5
• Wed: 10–7:30 (Open Stitch 5–7:30)
• Thu: 10–5
• Fri: 10–5
• Sat: 10–3
• Sun: Closed

We can’t wait to see you during the crawl! 🧵🧡

SECURE YOUR BAG & PASSPORT NOW

🧶 LYS Day is Saturday, April 26th!
Join us in the shop from 10am–2pm as we celebrate this special nationwide event honoring local yarn shops!

This year feels extra special—I’m so grateful to have a brick-and-mortar space to welcome you in and celebrate together. Here’s what’s in store:

✨ A brand new kit + pattern by Michigan designer Jill Sisu — a clever shawl knit in our Elemental Sport! Kits will be ready, plus a special pattern promo just for LYS Day.

🌈 New colorways making their official debut
👕 A fresh batch of one-of-a-kind ice-dyed logo t-shirts
🧶 Restocked favorites — some of our most-loved kits are back!
🎁 Door prize drawing for all in-store visitors

PLUS...
❤️Open Stitch from 12–2pm — a free, casual hangout! Bring your project and spend the afternoon knitting (or crocheting!) with us.

Let’s make it a day full of yarn, creativity, and community. Hope to see you there! 💛

Address:
3737 N Huron Road
Pinconning, Michigan  48650

Starting Saturday March 29th, we're hitting the pause button for a much-needed Spring Break—a time to refresh, rest, spring clean, and soak up some sweet family time.

Our storefront is open this week with regular hours, so stop in and stock up!
Our Spring Break will be March 29th - April 6th.

Our online shop will still be open while we are on break, but please note:
• Orders placed this week that are in stock will ship before our break.
• Any dyed-to-order items placed this week will begin processing April 7th.
• Orders placed during our break (March 29th – April 6th) will begin processing on Monday, April 7th.
• In-person store hours will resume Wednesday, April 9th.

Winter is the season for cozy projects, and we’ve planned a fun lineup to inspire your February knitting! Whether you’re crafting a stunning year-long project in our Building Blocks Monthly series, or exploring the art of thrumming in our Second Saturday Thrummed Workshop, we’ve got the classes to keep your needles moving and your creativity flowing.

Don’t miss these opportunities to grow your skills and connect with fellow knitters. Winter is the perfect time to create something warm and wonderful.

Spots are filling fast—reserve yours today!

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Thrumming Workshop

Discover the timeless art of thrumming—a knitting technique that incorporates soft, insulating roving into your project for unmatched warmth and fluffiness. Thrum are short lengths of unspun roving (we’ll use pencil roving). They are worked into your knitting to create a cozy, cloud-like lining. Perfect for mittens, hats, slippers, and more, thrumming adds both style and functionality to your handmade items. 

Julie will lead this workshop and guide you through the process of creating and working with thrums while casting on for the Thrumbelina Slipper pattern. You’ll make enough progress in class to confidently finish your project at your own pace.

For full details and to sign up, CLICK HERE.

 

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Monthly Knit-A-Long ~
Building Blocks

Ready to take your knitting skills to the next level? Our Building Blocks 

knit-a-long (KAL) is designed to help you grow your confidence and expand your technique while creating a beautiful sampler project. Perfect for adventurous beginners or seasoned knitters looking to sharpen their skills!

Join us for a fun and supportive monthly KAL inspired by the book Building Blocks by Michelle Hunter! It’s a relaxed group setting where you’ll work on blocks at your own pace, with guidance, instruction, and encouragement from our talented instructor, Julie.

Whether you’re tackling your first block or working toward completing the full set, Julie is here to help you master new techniques, troubleshoot tricky stitches, and cheer you on every step of the way.

📅 February Spots Now Open!
✨ Limited availability—reserve your spot today!

In this guided class, you’ll work through a series of blocks that introduce new stitches and techniques, all while building a solid foundation for future projects.


For full details and to sign up, CLICK HERE.

We’re thrilled to announce that North Bay Fiber is now open on the 2nd Saturday of every month! 

🗓 2nd Saturdays
⏰ 10 AM - 2 PM

This is part of our ongoing effort to be more available to you, our amazing community of fiber enthusiasts. We’re working toward adding even more hours in the future, but for now, we’re so excited to open our doors on these special Saturdays!

Whether you’re looking for new project inspiration, restocking your stash, or just craving some creative vibes, we’d love to see you. Mark your calendars and make plans to stop by—we can’t wait to welcome you! 

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Full hours are as follows:

Regular Hours:

• Wednesdays: 2 PM - 7:30 PM (Knit Night: 5 PM - 7:30 PM)
• Thursdays: 10 AM - 2 PM
• Fridays: 10 AM - 2 PM
• 2nd Saturdays: 10 AM - 2 PM ( We’re now open on the 2nd Saturday of every month!)

🎄✨ Holiday Break Announcement! ✨🎄

North Bay Fiber is officially on Holiday Break starting today, December 21st! We’ll be taking this time to relax, recharge, and spend time with our loved ones, reflecting on the year and all that we have to look forward to in 2025. 

🛍️ Order Info:

• Any orders placed during our break will be processed starting January 3rd, when we return.
• In-stock items will ship as soon as we resume processing orders.
• For dyed-to-order yarns, we’ll begin dyeing and shipping within 1-3 weeks of our return.

We want to thank each and every one of you for supporting North Bay Fiber this year—it means the world to us! 💕

From our family to yours, we wish you the happiest of holidays and a bright, joyful New Year. Stay safe, knit lots, and we’ll see you in January!

xox,
The North Bay Fiber Family

Join Us for Our First-Ever Holiday Open House! 🎉

We’re putting the finishing touches on an exciting celebration for Small Business Saturday—our first in-person event at our brick-and-mortar shop!

📅 Saturday, November 30th
🕙 10 AM - 3 PM
📍 3737 N Huron Road, Pinconning, Michigan

Here’s what’s in store:
🎁 Exciting new products
🧶 Exclusive yarn debuts
🎉 Enter to win a $100 gift card (in-store)
🎁 Special gift with purchase for the 25 customers  (in-store)
🧵 New pattern release: Free pattern with kit purchase!
✨ 15% off your entire order - in-person and online

Whether you’re shopping for loved ones or simply soaking in the holiday cheer, we’d love to celebrate this milestone with you.

Thank you for supporting our local small business—your support means the world to us.

🗓️ Mark your calendars, and we’ll see you there!