McIntosh
McIntosh is an independent yarn and haberdashery shop started in 2021 by James McIntosh. Its own wools are hand-dyed to order in Peckham, south-east London, and sit alongside yarns and tools from other makers. Knitters and crocheters come for natural fibres in distinctive shades, plus the needles and hooks to work them. Orders ship within the UK and worldwide.
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- NHS discountMcIntosh UK offers discounts for NHS and healthcare workers, which can be accessed through the Blue Light Card. nhsDiscounts.org.uk also lists "Knit McIntosh NHS Discounts & Savings" for healthcare and keyworkers.
- Military discountMcIntosh UK offers discounts for military and armed forces personnel. These discounts are available through the Blue Light Card and Defence Discount Service.
- Join Knitting & Crochet Guild Member DiscountMembers of the Knitting & Crochet Guild receive a 15% discount on their orders.
- Free delivery over £50Top your basket up past £50 and delivery costs nothing.
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About McIntosh
Yarn on the shelves
The house wools are the main draw, each batch dyed only once an order comes in. Natural fibres are the focus across the whole shop. Bought-in yarns come from LANGYARNS, Opal Yarn, WOOLADDICTS, Schoppel and Syfmfonie Yarns. Collections are grouped by project, including Baby Knits, Chunky Knits and SockInTosh.
Needles, hooks and extras
Knitting needles and crochet hooks come from KnitPro, Addi, Clover, Lantern Moon and SeeKnit, with accessories to round out a kit. The shop also leans into the calmer side of crafting, presenting knitting and crochet as good for well-being.
Ordering
- UK orders over £50 ship free; smaller orders pay for delivery.
- International shipping is available.
- Returns are accepted within 14 days, subject to the shop's conditions.
- Pay by Visa, Mastercard or PayPal.
- NHS and healthcare workers and armed forces members can claim a discount via Blue Light Card or the Defence Discount Service.
- Knitting & Crochet Guild members get a discount too.
- Questions go to the team by email.
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McIntosh quick facts
| Free delivery | On orders over £50 |
|---|---|
| Delivery | UK delivery available. International shipping offered. |
| Returns | 14-day returns on unworn items with tags attached. |
| International shipping | Yes |
| Payment methods | visa, mastercard, paypal |
| Loyalty scheme | Knitting & Crochet Guild Member Discount |
| Founded | 2021 |
| Headquarters | Scotland, UK |
| Stores | 0 |
McIntosh contact
- Website
- shop.knitmcintosh.com
McIntosh FAQs
Who runs McIntosh?
McIntosh is an independent business founded in 2021 by James McIntosh. Its wools are hand-dyed to order at its Peckham base in London.
Is UK shipping free?
Yes, on UK orders over £50. Below that a delivery charge applies, and international shipping is also offered.
Which needle brands does McIntosh sell?
Knitting needles and crochet hooks come from KnitPro, Addi, Clover, Lantern Moon and SeeKnit, alongside general knitting accessories.
Is there a discount for Knitting & Crochet Guild members?
Yes. Guild members get a dedicated discount, and NHS, healthcare and armed forces staff can save through Blue Light Card or the Defence Discount Service.
