Welcome to HipKnitShop – a colorful universe for knitters!
HipKnitShop is a place where color, quality, and creativity meet – a breath of fresh air and inspiration in the knitting world. We are a small Norwegian brand offering a carefully selected range of yarns, made for those who love to knit. From soft merino wool and brushed alpaca to organic cotton and mohair, in the finest colors.
With us, you'll find yarn that is not only ethically produced but also mulesing-free, and we are proud of several environmental certifications such as GOTS, RWS, RMS, and Oeko-Tex Standard 100. We believe in knitting as a creative, sustainable, and fun activity – whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter. With our wide selection, you'll find the yarn that makes your projects even more inspiring.
HipKnitShop was started by Catharina Ilstad, a former specialist nurse in Newborn intensive care, who today runs HipKnit full-time. Based in Bodø with her husband and three children, Catharina finds daily inspiration in her home and her children, who are full of creativity and imagination. She is passionate about making knitting fun and wants to inspire others to be creative through yarn, color choices, and knitwear design.
The idea for HipKnitShop originally came from Catharina's childhood, where she found great inspiration in her mother's closet. Colorful 80s sweaters, hand-knitted, hung there – garments that are rare to find in stores today, but that exuded joy and creative freedom. It was these sweaters that inspired Catharina to learn to knit, and today she wants to share that joy with others.
HipKnitShop has something for everyone – whether you're looking for vibrant colors and fluff, or if you're after classic everyday sweaters in neutral colors and timeless textures. We believe in a good balance, and offer both colorful 80s vibes and simple, stylish pieces that are suitable for any occasion.
Since the beginning, HipKnitShop has grown, and we are now several employees who share Catharina's passion for yarn, quality, and sustainability. We are proud to ship yarn to customers across continents and have several retailers in different parts of the world.
Knitting should provide mastery, energy, and joy. My focus is on simple patterns that are fun to knit.
