A Verb for Keeping Warm

A Verb for Keeping Warm We're all about making your own clothing! We are a queer-latinx-woman-owned small business in beautiful Oakland, California.
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A Verb for Keeping Warm is an interactive space that features a retail fiber arts store, classroom, meeting place, dye garden, and production studio for artisanal naturally dyed yarn and fiber. Visit us online or at our Brick and Mortar Saturdays 11am - 3pm.

We're a little bit in love with the colorway options we've put together for Portia. Knit up this versatile vest in any o...
05/30/2026

We're a little bit in love with the colorway options we've put together for Portia. Knit up this versatile vest in any of these combinations for the perfect summer layering piece:

Succulent Nibble + Succulent Frond
Sun-Dappled Nibble + Lamb's Ear Frond
True Blue Nibble + Nirvana Frond
Lighthouse Nibble + Meringue Frond
Purple Sand Beach Nibble + Mushroom Frond

Lamb's Ear, Nirvana, Meringue, and Mushroom are all colors that will qualify you to enter our Sunshine MAL and win gift cards to Verb!

Our stock of Nibble is getting low and we'll only have these bundles for a limited time. Reserve yours now!

We are very excited to finally share this new bundle with you! Meet Portia by , a stylish textured vest knit in Nibble a...
05/29/2026

We are very excited to finally share this new bundle with you! Meet Portia by , a stylish textured vest knit in Nibble and Frond.

Portia is a cozy layering piece made with a waffle knit texture, V-neck, and a split hem. Dress it up or down - wear over a t-shirt, a button-down, or even a dress, to add style and warmth to any outfit.

We've had this cute little nugget on display in the shop for awhile waiting for just the right time to create and release bundles. And, welllllll, we are almost out of Nibble and need to wait for the sheep to grow new wool to make it again, so we thought, let's make the last of this gorgeous yarn available now!

Our version of Portia is knit with one strand each of Nibble and Frond held together. This combination of yarns creates a plush, squishy fabric. The fluffy mohair from the Frond adds a gentle glowing halo elevating this vest to a garment that can be worn to a nice dinner, to an important meeting, or anytime you want to feel a bit extra special.

When planning this project, we were (and still are!) very drawn to vibrant chartreuse Succulent on both Nibble and Frond because this color is so fun and happy -- the perfect way to add a pop of color to your outfit. However, it would look equally stunning in a variety of colors - swipe to see the naturally-dyed color palettes we've put together for you. Each one contains a color that qualifies for our Sunshine MAL!

Quantities of Nibble are limited; don't miss your chance to reserve a bundle for this gorgeous vest now!

Have you decided what to make yet for the Sunshine MAL? We're here to help you match the perfect yarn and pattern! Today...
05/28/2026

Have you decided what to make yet for the Sunshine MAL? We're here to help you match the perfect yarn and pattern! Today, we're recommending the High Line shawl by , paired with our woolly farm yarn, Horizon.

Verb team member Shawn began with the idea to knit something warm and cheerful for a friend who could use a little extra love right now. Shawn knew they wanted to use a 100% wool yarn, and wanted this to be a quick project - substantial to wear, but not too much yardage to knit. So they landed on knitting a scarf using Horizon. And plan to use one of our most beloved colors, Sun-Dappled, made by printing little gold flecks from marigold petals directly onto the yarn.

Choosing the perfect yarn means finding the perfect pattern to match - and that pattern is definitely High Line! Adaptable to make in three sizes (scarf, small shawl, and large shawl), and made up of simple ribbing and garter stitch, this pattern is just the right combination of thoughtful design and easy-to-knit stitches. It's sure to be on and off the needles in no time!

If a more rustic wool isn't your thing, how about making a High Line using Pretzel? The softness of merino wool and gently heathered colors will let the simplicity and elegance of this pattern shine.

Whatever yarn you choose, check out our Sunshine MAL post to see which colorways will qualify you to enter to win gift cards to Verb! Want help putting together a yarn and pattern combo? Email us or comment below!

Thank you to everyone who commented their dream project + yarn combo on our Sunshine MAL announcement post! We are so in...
05/23/2026

Thank you to everyone who commented their dream project + yarn combo on our Sunshine MAL announcement post! We are so inspired by all of your pattern ideas and color choices.

Congratulations to Michelle / coastcraft on Ravelry for winning our first giveaway and receiving a $75 gift certificate to Verb!

Now that we have lots of ideas of beautiful patterns and gorgeous yarns, start getting ready to cast-on your project by June 1 - the next giveaway will be here before you know it!

Our Sunshine MAL is a color-palette based makealong. Create any project using colors from our Summer 2026 palette and join us for a summer of making! Scroll back to our previous post to get all the details and sign up at the link in our bio!

You know much we love Pressed Flowers by - well, now we have a new version featuring Pretzel and Dream State! And as ...
05/23/2026

You know much we love Pressed Flowers by - well, now we have a new version featuring Pretzel and Dream State! And as a special treat: save 20% on Pretzel today only, Sat 5/23! No code needed - just add the yarn to your cart and check out!

This cozy version of this shawl uses just 1 skein each of Pretzel and Dream State. Our custom color from Spincycle, Small Wonder, is a blend of deep oceanic teals and blues, mixed with rusty reds and oranges. Spincycle's beloved dyeing technique of long, slow color changes produces a beautiful effect shown in this shawl, with flowers shifting slowly in color as the pattern progresses.

Pretzel is a 100% US merino, DK-weight yarn that pairs perfectly with Dream State. It comes in a wide range of colors - many of which pair beautifully with Small Wonder - and are included in our summer 2026 palette, which will qualify you to enter our Sunshine MAL! (Scroll back for details if you missed it!)

Our sample uses Pretzel in icy blue Day Moon. You could also choose Jade Cove, Graphite, Cottontail, or Minnows (shown in the 4th slide) to whip up this sweet shawl and enter the MAL.

To make this smaller version of the shawl, knit just 2 repeats of the main pattern chart. Otherwise, follow the pattern just as written. This project will be on and off your needles in a flash!

Take advantage of our weekend flash sale and grab Pretzel at 20% off at the link in our bio!

A cute new summer-y slipover from is here - and it is knit out of Nibble! Meet Mercedes!Mercedes is a wear-it-over-anyt...
05/22/2026

A cute new summer-y slipover from is here - and it is knit out of Nibble! Meet Mercedes!

Mercedes is a wear-it-over-anything vest with open sides, I-cord edging, and a swingy A-line shape. Using the Cocoknits Method, the back is completely knit top-to-bottom, followed by the shoulder tabs, rounded neckline, and front. The front is knit 3-4" longer than the back and tacked down at the underarms, giving it a unique silhouette with utilitarian charm. Choose from Version A, featuring a garter band with decorative buttons, or Version B with I-cord ties. This layering piece wears beautifully over a tee, button-up shirt, dress, or however else you want to style it.

Nibble is our rustic-spun, California wool yarn. Made with a blend of Targhee, Rambouillet, and Merino, this fi*****ng weight, 2-ply yarn is next-to-skin soft. This wool is grown in Santa Barbara, California by . The sheep graze alongside California's golden hills to mitigate wildfires.

Julie's sample is knit up in the sweet floral hue Wisteria. There are many colors of Nibble to choose from - choose from pale cream Meringue for a light and fresh Mercedes, Lucky Penny for a warm, bold statement piece - or our 2026 colorway, Nirvana, for a calming and rejuvenating knit.

Add your favorite color of Nibble to your cart at the link in our bio!

Our Summer 2026 color palette is inspired by long, sun-soaked days, ever-stretching natural light, gardens bursting fort...
05/21/2026

Our Summer 2026 color palette is inspired by long, sun-soaked days, ever-stretching natural light, gardens bursting forth in bloom. Like a kid on summer break, life feels spacious and open to possibility.

Join us in making this summer during our Sunshine Makealong and knit, crochet, weave, spin, or stitch using any of the colors from our summer palette.

Scroll back to our last post for all the MAL details and enter to win a $75 gift card - comment to let us know what pattern you want to make this summer and what color from our summer palette you'll use!

Follow the link in our bio to sign up for the MAL, get all the giveaway details, learn about upcoming meet-ups, and get more inspiration from our Pinterest board!

Exciting news: join us for our summer 2026 Sunshine Make-a-Long and enter to win prizes from Verb! The very first giveaw...
05/20/2026

Exciting news: join us for our summer 2026 Sunshine Make-a-Long and enter to win prizes from Verb! The very first giveaway is already here...keep reading for details!

Knit, crochet, weave, spin, or stitch a project using any of the colors in our summer 2026 palette. Soak up the long, sun-filled days with making, and enter to win gift cards to Verb.

This MAL runs until August 28 - and starts right now!

What's a pattern that you want to knit or crochet this summer? Comment a pattern or two below - let's get inspired together! And don't forget to tell us what or yarns your dream project would use!

We'll be choosing a winner from the comments here and in our Ravelry group this Friday, 5/22, to receive a $75 gift card to Verb.

Sign up for the KAL at the link in our bio to stay on top of MAL updates - including upcoming meetups, an indigo dip at the studio, pattern suggestions, what we're knitting, and more!

For ' Dottie shawl, we dyed two colors on Annapurna: warm coral Winter Sunrise and sweetly variegated Garden Dreams.The ...
05/15/2026

For ' Dottie shawl, we dyed two colors on Annapurna: warm coral Winter Sunrise and sweetly variegated Garden Dreams.

The original colors were sent to club members in late Winter, and so naturally we turned to the Earth for guidance to create something joyful and inspiring. We watched the days slowly get longer and brighter as they unfurl from the height of Winter Solstice. We began looking forward to our Spring garden filled with light, pops of color, and more warmth.

The yellow moment of Garden Dreams was created with weld, conjuring the yellow centers of flowers we grow for dye, which are the landing pads for pollinators like butterflies, bees, moths, and hummingbirds. The watercolor-like lavender and blush pink are created with logwood and madder, hinting to the passionfruit vines and to the climbing roses we will see on our redwood trellis, welcoming guests to our home. Each skein is lovingly prepared by hand with great attention to detail and composition. An homage to the care we give our garden to fulfill our Garden Dreams.

Annapurna is a super soft yarn made of Merino wool and cashmere, with a beautiful, smooth twist. A longtime Verb favorite, and the perfect match for Susanne's design.

Bundles are available now at the link in our bio!

Say hello to Dottie by Susanne Sommer / !Yarn bundles are now available for this delightful springtime accessory!Dottie ...
05/13/2026

Say hello to Dottie by Susanne Sommer / !

Yarn bundles are now available for this delightful springtime accessory!

Dottie is a midi-sized triangle shawl in garter stitch featuring large brioche intarsia dots and a bobble border. It is knit with Annapurna, a soft yarn made of Merino wool and cashmere, with a beautiful, smooth twist.

Bundles include 2 skeins of Annapurna: one full size skein (112g / 385 yds) in the warm coral hue Winter Sunrise, and one half-skein (50g / 171 yds) in cheerfully variegated Garden Dreams.

Susanne is offering 20% off all of her patterns for the month of May - hop over to to get the details, and then hop over to our website to reserve your bundle!

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