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Unboxing the Unraveled Beginner Knitting Kit: A First-Time Knitter’s Take

Today’s blog post is a little different from my usual yarny adventures because we’re talking knitting instead of crochet! That’s right… I unboxed my very first beginner knitting kit, and I’m excited to share all the cozy, squishy details with you.

Even though I’m not (yet!) a knitter, I know many of you in the community are and if you're not, you might be like me: curious, but a little intimidated to try it. So when the team at Unraveled reached out and offered to send me their Beginner Knit Kit, I thought it was the perfect chance to dip a toe into the knitting world.

Unraveled: A Little Background


Unraveled is an Australian-based company with a mission I love: helping women relax and reconnect through the meditative process of knitting. They’ve already helped over 20,000 people get started, and now they’re helping me! As someone who turned to crochet as a way to manage anxiety and stress, I instantly connected with their philosophy.

What’s Inside the Kit?

From the moment it arrived, wrapped securely in heavy-duty packaging to withstand Iowa’s rainy spring weather, I could tell this was going to be something special. Let’s peek inside:

Two Skeins of Uno Yarn

  • 60% alpaca, 30% merino, 10% polyamide

  • Made in Peru

  • So soft, squishy, and airy!

  • The color I chose? Of course-mustard. You know me.

This yarn is beautifully tonal and has that luxurious softness you’d expect from an alpaca blend. Each skein is 50g with 125 meters of yarn. Perfect for the beginner beanie project included!

Premium Bamboo Knitting Needles

These are ChiaoGoo bamboo needles, yes, the fancy kind! I’ve never knitted before, but I know enough to know these are considered top-tier. Warm to the touch, smooth yarn feed, and beautifully handcrafted. A lovely first pair for a total newbie like me.

Knitting Pattern: The Essential Beanie

This pattern is designed for absolute beginners and includes:

  • Clear, simple instructions

  • Abbreviation key

  • A QR code linking to step-by-step video tutorials

  • Access to a friendly Facebook group

Tote Bag & Notions

  • A cotton project tote bag with the Unraveled logo

  • A cute “handmade with love” tag

  • A yarn needle for finishing your project

Everything you need to get started is right here. No extra shopping, no guesswork just a really thoughtful and complete beginner kit.

Why I’m Excited to Knit

Trying knitting feels like I’m reconnecting with the mindful beginnings of my fiber journey. It’s not about rushing to finish a project it’s about slowing down, learning something new, and enjoying the process. Whether it’s crochet or knitting, that calm focus is what keeps me coming back.

Want to Try It Too?

If you’re thinking about starting to knit or if you want to give a thoughtful gift to a crafty friendI definitely recommend this kit. You can order your own at:

 https://unravelled.store/shannontalksyarn

Use code SHANNONTALKSYARN (all one word) at checkout for 10% off your order!

Thank you again to Unravelled for gifting me this lovely kit. I’m excited to learn, grow, and share my experience as a total knitting beginner. Let me know in the comments:
Have you always wanted to try knitting, but felt too intimidated to start?

Stay tuned for next week’s post, I’ve got something super fun planned and I can’t wait to share it with you.

Until then, happy stitching!

Watch the YouTube video here!


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