New Yarns!

In June Marie and Judy took a trip to The National NeedleArts Association trade show in Columbus, Ohio and did they bring back some goodies! Just strolling around the shop, I found any number of yummy yarns. It will take more than one blog post to tell you all about what's happening.

Two new yarns from U-Knitted Nations are Handspun Bouquet and Giant Purls. Both yarns are big fun - Quick knits on size 19 needles. Handspun Bouquet is spun thick and thin with yarn flowers and leaves built right into the yarn. There is a free pattern for a cowl available at the store with a lovely sample made up for you to try on. You know you'll want to knit one!

Giant Purls has, well, big balls of fiber tied into the yarn. Perfect for a dramatic and cozy scarf - there is a free pattern for that too.

Thanks to U-Knitted Nations for the photo of their exciting Handspun Bouquet.

Also new and fun is the 'Ripley' hat kit from Knit Whits. This cap should look good on men or women of all ages - just pick the color combination that you like the best. Although a bit more exacting knit in a smaller gauge - about a size 5 needle - this is a classic style that you'll want to knit and wear.

The packaging is lovely too - perfect for a gift to a knitter as well as from a knitter. Think of the possibilities!

I'll be back soon to tell you about the new yarns and new colors from Ironstone. Trust me - drool-worthy!