{"title":"Darning Mushrooms","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe have some wonderful tools every maker needs in their life from beautiful handmade  darning mushrooms by Hikaru Noguchi to a traditional wooden darning egg from Sajou in Paris. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe occasionally come across vintage darning tools that you'll see here as well as in our '\u003ca href=\"\/en-euddp\/collections\/vintage\" title=\"Vintage haberdashery at Loop London\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/a\u003e' section. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sajou-wooden-darning-egg","title":"Sajou - Wooden Darning Egg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional wooden darning egg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt measures 7cm high with a diametre of roughly 14cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA darning egg is very useful for darning holes in socks or jumpers. The egg holds the hole tight enough for an easy repair job. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe have lots of haberdashery items such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.loopknittingshop.com\/c\/673\/Embroidery\"\u003edarning needles\u003c\/a\u003e, and\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.loopknittingshop.com\/p\/3946\/Sajou---Laine-Saint-Pierre-Embroidery-and-Darning-Threads\"\u003e darning threads\u003c\/a\u003e to make your repairs easier. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sajou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39894127378640,"sku":"ER_OEUF_BOIS_01","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/9350\/9840\/products\/Wooden_20Darning_20Egg_20at_20Loop_20London-1576245546.jpg?v=1626167972"},{"product_id":"hikaru-noguchi-handmade-darning-mushrooms","title":"Hikaru Noguchi Handmade Darning Mushrooms","description":"More of these beauties have just arrived from Tokyo!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandmade in Japan and designed by Hikaru Noguchi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are two styles of these wooden darning mushrooms- each with a great style and usefulness. \u003cbr\u003eThere is a hand painted toadstool mushroom and one with a detachable elastic ring on it which is great for holding the 'fabric' in place (not knit fabric through as it might catch). This one has a thinner base that can also be used for working with gloves and thinner pieces.\u003cbr\u003eBoth designs are stamped with the Hikaru Noguchi emblem.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade in Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe stock Hikaru's beautiful book \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.loopknittingshop.com\/p\/8544\/Darning-Repair-Make-Mend---Hikaru-Noguchi-(English-Version)\"\u003eDarning; Repair, Make, Mend\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.loopknittingshop.com\/p\/9210\/Darning-Repair-Make-Mend-Vol-2--Hikaru-Noguchi\"\u003eDarning Repair Make Mend Vol 2 \u003c\/a\u003eas well!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlain: \u003c\/strong\u003e9cm (3.5\") long x 8cm (3.15\") top width ('cap')\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainted Toadstool: \u003c\/strong\u003e9.5cm (3.75\") long x 7.5cm (3\") top width ('cap')\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith Ring: \u003c\/strong\u003e12.5cm (5\") long x 8cm (3.15\") top width ('cap') (does not stand)","brand":"Hikaru Noguchi","offers":[{"title":"Plain","offer_id":39894785622224,"sku":"TGS9571","price":53.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ring","offer_id":39894785654992,"sku":"TGS9572","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Toadstool","offer_id":39894785687760,"sku":"TGS9573","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/9350\/9840\/products\/Handmade_20Hikaru_20Noguchi_20Darning_20Mushroom_20at_20Loop_20London-1547808195.jpg?v=1626177245"},{"product_id":"hikaru-noguchi-handmade-darning-jellyfish","title":"Hikaru Noguchi Handmade Darning Jellyfish","description":"\u003cp\u003eMore darning loveliness from Tokyo!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandmade in Japan and designed by Hikaru Noguchi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe adore Hikaru's handmade \u003ca title=\"Hikaru Noguchi Darning Tools at Loop\" href=\"\/en-euddp\/collections\/hikaru-noguchi\"\u003edarning tools\u003c\/a\u003e like her whimsical darning mushrooms and now the new darning Jellyfish which makes darning larger areas of fabric so much easier! The Jellyfish shape works well both held and flat on a table. The elastic band around the edge keeps your fabric nice and snug while mending. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8cm wide x 5.2cm height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHandmade in Japan of beautiful beechwood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe also stock Hikaru's beautiful book \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.loopknittingshop.com\/p\/8544\/Darning-Repair-Make-Mend---Hikaru-Noguchi-(English-Version)\"\u003eDarning; Repair, Make, Mend\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Creative Mending by Hikaru Noguchi at Loop London\" href=\"https:\/\/loopknitting.com\/collections\/new-in\/products\/creative-mending-hikaru-noguchi\"\u003eCreative Mending\u003c\/a\u003e book, the follow up to the first book, if you need some inspiration!\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Hikaru Noguchi","offers":[{"title":"Plain","offer_id":54917174788473,"sku":"HHIH2153H-1","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Folk","offer_id":54920386773369,"sku":"MHIH13226H","price":64.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/9350\/9840\/files\/Hikaru_Jellyfish_at_Loop_London.jpg?v=1738500550"},{"product_id":"hikaru-noguchi-handmade-darning-disc","title":"Hikaru Noguchi Handmade Darning Disc","description":"\u003cp\u003eMore darning loveliness from Tokyo!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandmade in Japan and designed by Hikaru Noguchi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are beautifully made!  They are large darning discs for when working on woollen pieces so the cuts to hold your piece in place will not snag. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWorks well both held and flat on a table.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApprox 5” diameter (12 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: wood and cord \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom Japan\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandmade items are not returnable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hikaru Noguchi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43448500355280,"sku":"MHIH7204H","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/9350\/9840\/files\/IMG_2911.jpg?v=1687365690"},{"product_id":"vintage-darning-tools","title":"Vintage Darning Tools","description":"\u003cp\u003eCharming vintage darning tools in two classic shapes: mushroom and egg. These timeless wooden pieces were essential notions in every sewing basket, designed to support fabric while hand-darning socks and knitwear. The smooth, ergonomic forms fit comfortably in hand, making repetitive darning work less taxing on the fingers. Perfect for collectors of vintage sewing supplies, craft enthusiasts, or anyone seeking authentic period pieces for display. Each tool carries the patina and character of decades past, adding nostalgic appeal to a modern workspace or collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mushroom with removable handle has space to store needles!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage and handmade items are not eligible for return.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Loop Knitting","offers":[{"title":"Painted Mushroom","offer_id":56991303041401,"sku":"MVIH16210H","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Egg shaped","offer_id":56991303074169,"sku":"MVIH16211H","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Dark wood","offer_id":56991375163769,"sku":"MVIH16212H","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Mushroom with removable handle","offer_id":56991456166265,"sku":"MVIH16213H","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Double Sided Mushroom","offer_id":56991476187513,"sku":"MVIH16214H","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Dark wood and wide mushroom","offer_id":56991486345593,"sku":"MVIH16215H","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/9350\/9840\/files\/vintagedarningmushroomatLoopLondon.jpg?v=1775639906"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/9350\/9840\/collections\/Handmade_20Hikaru_20Noguchi_20Darning_20Mushroom_20at_20Loop_20London-1547808195.jpg?v=1647856769","url":"https:\/\/loopknitting.com\/en-euddp\/collections\/darning-mushrooms.oembed","provider":"Loop Knitting","version":"1.0","type":"link"}