Here’s my go to list for hat making this season! Hat’s are a wonderful gift, quick to make and can be made super unique with the addition of a beautiful pom pom! 1. Brick Sidewalk Beanie This project is sized for everyone from infant to adult. Grab a skein of the gorgeous Neighborhood Fiber Co… Read More »
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Holiday gifting – handwarmers and mitts
Whether you are making holiday gifts or looking for a great list of projects for yourself, I have a solid round up of my favorite fingerless mitts / handwarmers for you! These are my go to projects for adults and children: 1. Fingerless Gloves crochet pattern by Maaike van Koert Recommended yarn: The pair at… Read More »
Pom Pom Quarterly, Issue 20: Spring 2017
The Spring 2017 issue of Pom Pom Quarterly has arrived and it’s brimming with beautiful projects! Each item is truly unique, yet they are all classic enough for any wardrobe. As we continue to move into warmer weather, these items will help you to seamlessly transition. And best yet, there’s something to please everyone: accessory… Read More »
Just Landed – NFC Studio DK
A brand new beautiful shipment of Neighborhood Fiber Co. Studio DK has arrived, perfect for all sorts of cozy projects! We see lots of shawls in the future for this shipment, so be sure to check out a selection of ideas below. With a tight twist and great stitch definition, Studio DK looks great in… Read More »
Just Landed – Lemonade Shop!
So, when Danielle told me that she got in new sparkle yarn, my response was, “Omgeeeeeeeeeee. Yes!” When I found out it was Lemonade Shop? “OMGEEEEEEEEEEEEEE. I’M DYING RIGHT NOW!” We have two lovely bases in store from Lemonade Shop, based out of Colorado. Both fingering weight bases take the dye brilliantly and are perfect… Read More »
Just Landed: Periwinkle Sheep Delirium
Delirium is a heavenly new base from shop favorite Periwinkle Sheep! This lovely fingering weight yarn is a scrumptious blend of merino and yak dyed in the clean, saturated colors you love. It offers a tight twist and crisp stitch definition for a wide range of projects, including textured, lace or cabled patterns. Whether you… Read More »
Hooked on Indie: New Crochet Books!
In space just in time for Independence Day – three new independently published crochet books! We’re focusing on carrying independently-published books and local authors as much as possible, so we’re pleased to have these great new books for crocheters from the fine folks at The Crochet Project. The Shawl Project: Book One features six one-skein projects and… Read More »
Berroco Folio Luxe
Here in space we’ve all become a bit smitten with sparkle, and Berroco’s new Folio Luxe is no exception! We have six lovely shades of natural alpaca with just a touch of sparkle. This sport weight yarn is affordable luxury at its best and is perfect for sophisticated accessories perfect for any occasion. Be sure… Read More »
Holiday Gifting with Quick, Last-Minute Projects
Bulky and super bulky yarns are ideal for last minute gifts! Between the thickness of the yarn and the large needles, these projects whip up quickly, sometimes in as little as just a few hours! The Cane Bay Wrap by Sarah Smuland is perfect for two skeins of Blue Sky Alpaca Extra. The simple… Read More »
SweetGeorgia Cashluxe Spark
Who doesn’t love a bit of sparkle? Sweet Georgia’s new Cashluxe Spark is a delightfully soft and sparkly fingering weight yarn available in a full range of lovely hand-dyed colors. Yarn Details: 420 yards 80% Superwash merino, 10% cashmere and 10% silver-toned stellina sparkle 5-8 stitches per inch on a US 0-1 (2.0-2.5 mm) needle… Read More »
Holiday Gifting with Cowls
Cowls! With the incredible popularity of infinity scarves, they are perfect for gifting. A huge range of patterns are available in every technique, size and weight of yarn available, so there’s a cowl out there for everyone on your list. These cowls are all sure to work up quickly and will be stylish additions to… Read More »