Pecks and Purls

Pecks and Purls Handmade knitwear providing you with a layer of love ❤️

From now on, these are the only kind of 'winter blues' I will allow in my life! 🩵 I hope the Minnesota weather gets the ...
03/05/2025

From now on, these are the only kind of 'winter blues' I will allow in my life! 🩵 I hope the Minnesota weather gets the memo!

How about you? Are you feeling blue, too? Let's help each other out! 💙

If you are looking for the perfect hat to get you through the unpredictable Minnesota weather or something new to carry into next year, I still have a handful in the shop! → https://pecksandpurls.etsy.com

All in the details:
Patterns: Erie Beanie by KT Designs
Dawson Beanie by Knot and Stitch
Yarn: malabrigo Rasta
Poms: Knot and Stitch
Tags: Angie + Britt

As I look into this new year, I feel relieved that this turn of the calendar gives the gift of a fresh start. Yet, I als...
01/01/2025

As I look into this new year, I feel relieved that this turn of the calendar gives the gift of a fresh start. Yet, I also feel the anxiety and pressure to achieve unrealistic expectations and the long list of "shoulds." Can anyone else relate? 🤚

While I am uncertain of all my next steps, I do know a few of the pieces of baggage I want to let go of in 2025:

⭐️ Trying to be everything to everyone
⭐️ Constantly comparing
⭐️ Always going to the worst-case scenario

What do you want to let go of in 2025? Drop it in the comments 👇

Before I go...
This hat is ready for a home! Make it yours → https://pecksandpurls.etsy.com/listing/1818755381/luxury-knit-beanie-with-faux-fur-pom-100

All in the details...
📷 : Lindsey Young
Pattern: The Erie Beanie by KT Designs
Yarn: malabrigo Rasta

Give a gift that will warm their head and heart this holiday season! Far from fast fashion, each hat is hand knit with t...
12/14/2024

Give a gift that will warm their head and heart this holiday season! Far from fast fashion, each hat is hand knit with the highest quality, ethically sourced merino wool and will last for years to come!

Shop now: https://pecksandpurls.etsy.com

Give the gift of handmade with a whole lot of heart. Promise. ❤️Each hat is truly one-of-a-kind! They are all hand knit ...
12/07/2024

Give the gift of handmade with a whole lot of heart. Promise. ❤️

Each hat is truly one-of-a-kind! They are all hand knit with the softest ethically sourced and hand-dyed merino wool and faux fur poms.

Shop the limited quantities now and come back for more later! ➡️ https://pecksandpurls.etsy.com

✨ Hi there! Welcome to Pecks and Purls! ✨If you are new here, my name is Kayla and I am the hands and heart behind this ...
12/03/2024

✨ Hi there! Welcome to Pecks and Purls! ✨

If you are new here, my name is Kayla and I am the hands and heart behind this cozy corner of handmade knitwear. 🧶💖 I grew up in Anoka, Minnesota, (fun fact: It's the Halloween Capital of the World!) and still live in this neck of the woods with my best furry friend, Oliver, my Biewer Yorkie! I always say I am born to live somewhere else because I am chronically cold, but cold weather + knitting warm hats is a pretty good pairing so maybe I will stick around!

Here are some fun facts about me:
1. I worked at Starbucks for 5 years, but I was probably the slowest barista because I wanted every drink to be beautiful!
2. In what feels now like a past life, I went to school for vocal performance, and debuted an EP called "Set Me Free." One problem though: I have terrible stage fright! 😬
3. Based on my addiction to New York Times crossword puzzles, black coffee, love for listening to the radio, and early bedtime, I could probably qualify for the senior citizen discount.

Your turn! Drop a comment and tell me a fun fact about you! 👇

One more thing! This hat is still in the shop! But don't wait- It's one-of-one! → https://pecksandpurls.etsy.com/listing/1818755381/luxury-knit-beanie-with-faux-fur-pom-100

📷 : Lindsey Young
Pattern: Erie Beanie by KT Designs
Yarn: malabrigo Rasta

ICYM, there is still time to shop the Small Business Sale!Don’t forget! If you don’t see what you are looking for, I tak...
12/01/2024

ICYM, there is still time to shop the Small Business Sale!

Don’t forget! If you don’t see what you are looking for, I take custom orders!

Shop now! ➡️ https://pecksandpurls.etsy.com

✨ Let's Celebrate Small! ✨ Not until taking the leap and launching Pecks & Purls did I fully grasp the depth of joy, lov...
11/30/2024

✨ Let's Celebrate Small! ✨

Not until taking the leap and launching Pecks & Purls did I fully grasp the depth of joy, love, and gratitude experienced when shopping small. You may be getting a gift for someone in your life (or for you!), but you are equally giving a gift to the owner or maker of the business, too!

To say a heartfelt "thank you" for believing in me and my mission, get 10% off the entire shop! (no code needed). I have even added some NEW styles saved for today! Plus, orders $100+ are eligible for free shipping by using the code FREESHIPPING at checkout!

Shop now! → https://pecksandpurls.etsy.com

📷 : Lindsey Young
Pattern and Poms: Knot and Stitch

🩷 PINK FRIDAY! 🩷 They say that when you shop small an actual person does a little happy dance, but in my case, I let out...
11/22/2024

🩷 PINK FRIDAY! 🩷

They say that when you shop small an actual person does a little happy dance, but in my case, I let out a loud squeal of delight! truly never knew the depths of this rush of excitement until opening my shop. It means more than I can say.

To offer a big "thank you" for your support of Pecks & Purls, get FREE SHIPPING on all items in the shop, including this pretty in pink hat that has just been added! No code needed Sale runs through Sunday, November 24th at 11:59 CT.

Shop Now → https://pecksandpurls.etsy.com

📷 : Lindsey Young
Pattern and Pom: Mila Beanie by Knot and Stitch
Yarn: malabrigo Rasta in Natural and Rosalinda

11/20/2024

✨The WHY behind Pecks & Purls ✨

My dear Grandma Jeanie.

I don’t remember at what point I started collecting voicemails, but now that she’s been gone I am so glad I have these recordings of her sweet voice. The way she started every message with “Hi Kayla darlin!,” was always concerned with “filling up the tape” on my voicemail, and my favorite: the way we ended our conversations every time with “I love you a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck!” She is the peck of love in this passion project. Her love for me was like no other, and something I wish everyone could experience.

When I opened the shop a few weeks ago, I got a rush of excitement to tell her. A little piece of my heart ached when I realized I couldn’t. The truth is that she will always be carried in my heart, memories, and now with Pecks & Purls.

In the last few weeks I have lost sight of this original purpose. It’s easy to get caught up in the numbers, algorithms, sales, and stats and get discouraged or even wonder if I made a mistake. Hearing her gentle voice in this message reminded me that it is more than a numbers game. It’s about stitching love into each item and passing on a peck of her life and love. ❤️

When you can’t quiet the doubt, drown out the worry, or silence the fear, it’s not enough just to muster up the energy t...
11/20/2024

When you can’t quiet the doubt, drown out the worry, or silence the fear, it’s not enough just to muster up the energy to combat the critic in your mind with affirmations. Nope, these are the days when you have to wear them on your heart. These are the days when I put on my well-loved Self-Care Is For Everyone sweatshirt that says, “What if it works out?” And since the temperatures are dropping ( and snow is in the forecast 😬) the beanie was essential too!

What is your favorite affirmation you use to fight back against the mean messages in your mind? Drop it in the comments 👇

Good news too! This hat style is still available in the shop!
https://pecksandpurls.etsy.com/listing/1806004396/luxury-knit-beanie-with-faux-fur-pom-100

Pattern: Winterfell Beanie by Smeeny Made Wild
Yarn: malabrigo Rasta in Molino and Natural
Pom: Razz by Knot and Stitch

This hat is still hanging out in the shop, wondering why it hasn’t found a forever head yet! 😂 Grab it now in the shop b...
11/13/2024

This hat is still hanging out in the shop, wondering why it hasn’t found a forever head yet! 😂 Grab it now in the shop before it’s gone!

And I’ll let you in on a little secret… it may be available in other colors too 🤭

Follow the link in profile to head on over to the shop!

📷: Lindsey Young
Pom: Knot and Stitch
Pattern: Smeeny Made Wild
Tags: Angie + Britt

11/05/2024

You aren’t just an order to me.
You are a name.
Someone that has elated my heart,
By giving me the gift,
Of sending you my art. ❤️

Thank you to each person that has supported me,and ordered from me! Can’t wait to get these hats, that have truly been handmade with love, to their new homes!

To shop for a one-of-a-kind hat for you or as a gift, follow the link in my profile! I will be adding more VERY soon! 😊

And if you had your eyes on my nails, I can’t take credit for those. That’s all the talent of the lovely 💅🏻

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