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                                        NEW ARRIVALS - YARN






Lana Ribbon, by Oasis Yarn


 

Fiber Content: 100% Nylon
Fiber Detail: Hand Wash Cold

Yardage: 100 yds

Needle Size: US 15

Gauge: 2 sts = 1 in.


 

 

Victory, By Trendsetter Yarns

Fiber Content: 77% Nylon, 23% Cotton
Fiber Detail: Cold water wash, dry cleaning recommended

Yardage: 85 yds

Needle Size: US 8

Gauge: 5 sts = 1 in.


 


 Handspun Bouquet, by Pagewood Farms


Fiber Content: Wool
Fiber Detail: Hand wash in cold water, dry flat

Yardage:  approx 50 yds

Needle Size: US 15-19

Gauge: Bulky

 

Tinkerbell Needle Felted Silk Scarf Kit, by Pagewood Farms



 

Paca-Peds, by The Alpaca Yarn Company

Fiber Content: 20% Superfine Alpaca, 65% Superwash Wool, 15% Nylon

Fiber Detail: Hand, or Machine Washable

Yardage: 360 yds

Needle Size: US 1-2

Gauge: 7 sts = 1 in.

 

Weekend, by Berroco

Fiber Content: 75% Acrylic, 25% Peruvian Cotton
Fiber Detail: Machine wash inside out in cold water. Lay flat to dry.

Yardage: 205 yds

Needle Size: US 7

Gauge: 4.5 sts = 1 in.

 

Comfort Chunky, by Berroco

Fiber Content: 50% Super Fine Nylon, 50% Super Fine Acrylic
Fiber Detail: Machine wash and dry

Yardage: 150 yds

Needle Size: US 10.5

Gauge: 3.5 sts = 1 in.

 Colora, by Lang Yarns

Fiber Content: 55% New Wool, 45% Acrylic

Fiber Detail: Cold water wash, dry flat

Yardage: 137 yds

Needle Size: US 9-10

Gauge: 3.5 sts = 1 in.

 

Jawoll Reiniforcing Thread, by Lang Yarns

Fiber Content: Wool Blend
Fiber Detail: Machine wash

Yardage: 43 yds

Needle Size: N/A

Gauge: N/A

 

 

 


BOOKS

 


Reversible Knitting, by Lynne Barr 

50 Brand-New, Groundbreaking Stitch Patterns. +20 Projects from Top Designers, including: Norah Gaughan, Pam Allen, Wenlan Chia, Teva Durham, Debbie New, Lily Chin, Cat Bordhi, Veronik Avery


 

 

Vintage Baby Knits, by Kristen Rengren

More than 40 Heirloom Patterns from the 1920's-1950's. A charming collection of vintage baby patterns updated for today's knitters and the babies they love.

Hats, Booties, Sweaters, Blankets, Christening Gown, and More

 

Comfort Knitting & Crochet: Afghans, by Norah Gaughan, Margery Winter and the Berroco Design Team

Features more than 50 gorgeous coverings created by celebrated designers Norah Gaughan and Margery Winter and the Berroco Design Team. All shown in the affordable, ultra-soft Berroco Comfort yarn, the designs range from traditional to modern and spare to embellished. EAch pattern begins with its source of inspiration, ranging from American patchwork to Aran cables to Ukrainian Easter eggs to the trees on a New York highway, and is followed by detailed instructions and clear charts to ensure beautiful results.

Intended for stitchers of every skill level and with designs to suit every style and need, Comfort Knitting and Crochet:Afghans can be turned to for patterns time after time, year after year, for generations to come.
 

Men's Knits - 20 New Classics, by Erica Knight

For Knitters who want to make the perfect home-made gift for the toughest person on their list: A MAN,

Trim-cut cardigans. Sweaters he'll wear for years. Hats for warmth, comfort, and style. Sought after knitwear designer, Erika Knight, presents 20 new designs destined to be timeless classics. These traditional designs, with sophisticated, modern touches, exude effortless elegance. You'll want to give them, knit them, and wear them again and again.

 

 

Debbie Bliss, baby and toddler knits

20 gorgeous jackets, sweaters, hats, bootees and more

Best-selling author Debbie Bliss presents 20 stunning knitwear designs for babies and children. Projects range from airy sweaters and cozy jackets to hats and bootees - all knitted in versatile yarns. Enhanced with an illustrated techniques section, detailed charts and color patterns.

 

Debbie Bliss, Toy Knits

More than 30 irresistible and easy-to-knit patterns

Debbie Bliss, author of the enormously popular Baby Knits, New Baby Knits, and Kids' Country Knits, presents instructions for more than 30 irresistible soft toys - from pigs and cuddly teddy bears to dolls, sheep, and even a kangaroo. Beginning and advanced knitters alike will enjoy these easy-to-knit projects, many of which can be created in a matter of hours. Clear instructions and delightful photographs accompany every toy in the book. Children of all ages will adore these fun and imaginative soft toys.



Knitting a Kiss in Every Stitch, Creating gifts for the people you love, by Nicky Epstein

Knitting superstar Nicky Epstein knows: when you knit something for those you love, there’s a kiss and caring in every stitch.  The popular author of the blockbuster Edge books has now created more than 30 original projects for friends and family to give as gifts.  There’s bunting for a baby, toys for a toddler, cute sheep slippers for boys and girls, a hobo bag for tweens, and hats, gloves, scarves, and other accessories for men and women. Plus, Nicky’s come up with unique ideas for the holidays, for knitting groups to work on together, and projects to make for those who might be sick, injured, or have special needs. All projects are one-of-a kind pieces, knit in Nicky’s signature style and destined to become heirlooms.
 
 
 
 
cute knits for baby feet, by Sue Whiting


Fun and fast projects fill the pages of Cute Knits for Baby Feet. Divided into categories such as "Animal Magic", "Warm and Wooly" and "Fun for Feet", every pair of socks has a unique character quality that parents and children will both enjoy. Thirty different projects provide plenty of variety and most styles are unisex. Crisp photography, colorful yarns and detailed patterns make this an ideal book for knitters looking to create quick, adorable projects for their own children or to give as gifts.
 
 

 

Knits from the North Sea, lace in the shetland tradition, by Carol Rasmussen Noble and Margaret Leask Peterson

 

From the publisher..... "The wait is finally over for new lace designs from popular author Carol Rasmussen Noble! Now she's joined by renowned Shetland Island lace expert Margaret Leask Peterson, and together they make lace knitting pure joy. This collection is worked exclusively in lace-weight and fine yarns in a palette that includes gorgeous jewel tones as well as neutrals. Knitters will find a variety of projects, including shawls, stoles, scarves, and triangles. Along with the patterns for 16 projects, the authors share a wealth of lace-making knowledge and techniques gained over decades of plying their needles."

 


 


 


 















 


 


 















 


 















 


 


 


 















 


 















 


 


 


 


 















 


 


 















 


 















 


 


 


 


 















 


 


 















 


 














 


 


 


 















 


 


 






  







 

 
   


 


 


 


 















 


 


 


 


 















 


 


 


 


 















 


 


 







  







 

 
   

 


 


 


 
















 







 

















 



 











 


 

With Inca Knits you will learn: 

  • New and innovative uses of color and pattern
  • Interesting construction and texture techniques
  • How to find inspiration in various landscapes, wildlife, textiles and more

Bring the stunning colorwork, vibrant stripes, and geometric motifs of ancient Incan textiles to the twenty-first century with Inca Knits.


 











 











Knits


 


Take a knitting journey through Latin America with Danish knitwear designer Marianne Isager.


Marianne's name is synonymous with modern Danish design, and Inca Knits is no exception. Every project has a striking feature, be it an interesting combination of yarns, a clever use of stitch pattern, or an unusual form of construction.


Part knitting book, part travelogue, Inca Knits: Designs Inspired by South American Traditions showcases 15 stunning projects for women, men, and children inspired by the art and culture of the high Andes and South America.


Choose from sweaters inspired by ancient Peruvian pottery, the baskets of Ecuador, Peruvian hats and belts, even the animals of the region. Each project is beautifully photographed, and accompanied by easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions with charts and diagrams. In drawings, photos, and essays, learn about Marianne’s inspiration for each piece.

With Inca Knits you will learn: 

  • New and innovative uses of color and pattern
  • Interesting construction and texture techniques
  • How to find inspiration in various landscapes, wildlife, textiles and more

Bringthe stunning colorwork, vibrant stripes, and geometric motifs of ancient Incan textiles to the twenty-first century with Inca Knits.

 
   



 


 



 






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