Rowan Yarns & New colors from Lorna's Laces

Angelika's Yarn Store now stocks some of Rowan's tops selling lines.  Rowan's high end luxurious yarns are heaven to work with.  Last summer we brought you some budget conscious yarns from Cascade such as Pacific Worsted, Pacific Chunky, as well as the new Cherub lines of Cherub Baby, Cherub DK and Cherub Aran.  This summer we flipped over to some beautiful blends from Rowan.    

Rowan Big Wool

This is what happens when Angelika leaves Henry for a week; he goes crazy and builds yarn pyramids! When he came to his senses he quickly got to work on that Rowan web page so you can build your own pyramid with BIG WOOL! Knits up fast. Knits up big. 

More details here!

http://yarn-store.com/rowan-big-wool-chunky-yarn.html

Rowan Kidsilk Haze Trio

Balls of mohair are like fuzzy little kittens and we've kittens in boxes that need good homes! These particular fluffy puffs are a brand new yarn from Rowan called Kidsilk Haze Trio. It's 3 strands of their favored Kidsilk spun into one to create a shimmering, worsted weight and airy yarn.

More details here!

http://www.yarn-store.com/rowan-kidsilk-haze-trio-mohair-yarn.html 

Rowan Felted Tweed DK

Quirky yet sensible, this DK weight tweed from Rowan is flexible enough for colorwork, a tasty vintage throwback for the young crowd, and the perfect amount of subtle for the refined taste.

More details here!

http://www.yarn-store.com/rowan-felted-tweed-dk-yarn.html

Lorna's Laces new Summer 2012 Colors 

 Lorna's Laces has their 2012 Summer Shades out. These 6 colors are romantically named after gentlemen's frippery. We are stocking them in Shepherd Sock,  Shepherd Sport,   Shepherd Worsted,  Shepherd Bulky 
and  Helen's Lace

Ruffles & Color

Ruffle Yarns:  Beyond the ScarfUniversal has this great ebook on Ruffly lacey yarn, such as Spectra!http://yarn-store.com/pdf/Universal/RufflingYarn.pdf 

Just thought I'd share!

And this adorable young lady's outfit can be see on Ravelry at http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ruffle-butt-dog-sweater-dress.  It is a crochet pattern by Sara Sach.  OMG!!
We sell 3 different ruffle yarns....
http://www.yarn-store.com/universal-rozetti-spectra.html  Rozetti Spectra
http://www.yarn-store.com/universal-marina-ribbon-yarn.html  Rozetti Marina
http://www.yarn-store.com/schachenmayr-argentina-ruffle-yarn.html  Schachenmayr Argentina 

This arrived this past week   Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sock in a new color called Cummerbund. A rich persimmon shade. A mix of red oranges, and tomato reds. Nearly a nearly solid! 
http://www.yarn-store.com/lornas-laces-shepherd-sock-yarn.html 

Take care, keep on knitting and crochet and we will visit again soon!

LK150 knitting machine video and projects for the holiday season to come!

Want to see what is included with the Silver Reed LK150 Knitting Machine?
This machine is a great machine that is perfect for new machine knitters, and advanced machine knitters.  The simplicity of it makes it a real joy to work with.  Enjoy!  (and yes, that is me!)


Here are two really great ideas for the gift giving season coming up soon!  We carry Cascade's Magnum and soon to arrive is Rowan's Big Wool.  Both pages will be up on line soon, but feel free to email us and we can get your order put together for you.  The Child's Super Bulky Top Down Coat and the Snowboarder Hats for the whole family are super fast knit projects!!

Another adorable gift giving project is our child's hooded vest.  Done in the bulky yarn Marble Chunky, the two smallest sizes take only 1 ball, and the other 4 larger sizes take only 2 balls.

And for your best friend, a  frilly adornment to her holiday jacket will make her eyes sparkle.  We have three different lines to choose from.  Schachenmayr's Argentina, Universal's Rozetti Spectra and Universal's Marina all offer a large selection of fun colors to choose from.

It's a hot day in Portland today.  We hit 102 degrees and set a new record.  But that didn't slow down visitors to Angelika's Yarn Store.  Where there is a will, there will be a way!  I'm working on a crochet swim suit cover from the Summer/August 2012 issue of Interweave Crochet. It's fast, it's light and it's easy.  The one in the magazine was done in Cascade's Cotton Rich, but I'm doing mine in Cascade's Ultra Pima.  And mine will be much prettier!!!  LOL 

(ps: the Ultra Pima page is slated for a massive face lift.  If you see a color on Cascade's Ultra Pima page, but not on ours, email me to place your order!!)

Take care and we'll talk again soon!

Sheep, Cascade 220 & Christmas Stockings!

Herd your herd of DPs with sheep!

 

These soft and rubbery sheep are here to help you corral your double points. No more rolling around to the bottom of your bag or mingling with confusing similar sizes. These point protectors will keep 'em straight and safe.  Two sizes that cover 2mm through 3.75mm needles (US#0-5 usually), and 4mm through 6.5mm (US#6-10.5 usually) double point needles. 

If those mm sizes confuse you, check out how we manage our web page:  http://www.yarn-store.com/double-point-knitting-needles.html    Our pages are laid out by mm sizes and US needles sizes.  Not all US companies agree on what makes a US size number.  When in doubt check that mm size on the needle!!

400 shades of Cascade 220, and we've let them loose to play!  In the past, I've kept them in their bags to keep them organized so pulling from shipping is fast!  But now the shelves are clearly marked and we've removed them from their bags.  Sheer color intoxication!  But not only is the store getting a face lift, Henry is continuing the long task of revamping web site pages.  It's just Henry and I, and I'm SUPER appreciative of your patience and kindness in the restyling of our web pages.....Henry has released part of the Cascade 220 web page with the new layout.  The old still exists, but this page of the SOLIDS ONLY is done and looks amazing!!  
http://yarn-store.com/cascade-220-wool-felting-yarn.html The Heathers, Quatros and Paints are next in line.

Elegant Heirlooms has released a small, simpler Christmas stocking kit, called Doolallies.  This cute stocking is about 21" long, uses DK weight yarn and US#5 needles.  The designs are  simple single designs.  I know, I know....it's mid July, it's hot, the kids are driving you nuts . . . . but these just came through the door!  Time to plan ahead and have them on hand when you are ready to start!    http://www.yarn-store.com/doolallies-christmas-stocking-kits.html


Knitting and Crochet, both, are one of those "all season" crafts.  Knitting and Crochet is very popular in the winter, but in recent years it is a very popular social engagement.  Groups meet in yarn stores, homes, community centers, parks and even coffee houses and pubs.  Winter is traditionally the crafting season, but summer is perfect for those outdoor gatherings and perfect for light weight sock, baby, Christmas stocking and lace work.  Knitting and Crochet is perfect for when traveling by car, train or plane!!  
In the years since 1987, when we opened our doors we tend to have a slight slow down in the spring.  I'm assuming crafters are working their gardens, or perhaps beginning their spring walking routine.  But by July, its is obvious they are looking back to their knitting and crochet projects.  

Plan your projects, by either cleaning up older unfinished projects or looking ahead to the gift giving holidays and keep on designing string into art!

Giving Away - Candy - Lace

Facebook Give-Away Winner Tina, won our set of Knitter's Pride Karbonz needles!
Thank YOU to everyone of liked and shared our post!  

That was too much fun....I already thinking of more fun stuff to Give-Away!

Clover Amour Crochet Hooks!!

Smooth metal tips, with a slightly sharper point, and rubber coated handles in sweet candy colors!

Universal's Garden 10 Cotton Thread is by Nazlie Gelin, which means "shy bride" in Turkish.  This is a #10, 100% mercerized Egyptian Giza cotton thread, classified as 0-Lace weight.  Makes heirloom quality shawls and delicate enough for crocheted jewelry.

Summertime

Summertime is for picnics, visiting the beach and for some it means hitting the road.  Had a customer in the other day and we had a great time matching this jacket for the perfect match in orange.  The yarn is Cascade 220 Superwash, a dk weight washable wool.  The colors that matched the Harley orange in their patched (not inked, but the actual Harley Davidson stitched patch) was #815 Black and #907 Tangerine.  At first I thought the tangerine was too neon, but to my surprise the Harley orange really is this bright.  It's just used in smaller patches, so it appears less intense.

Summertime is also great for simple projects that can be carried out to the garden and enjoyed during conversations with good friends.  These cute cover ups have great versitility.  A perfect jacket for when the evening sun sets.  Wear over swim suit or sleeveless top.  But in the winter, they are also perfect for laying over a long sleeve t-shirt, turtleneck or blouse.  The left 2 patterns are for children.  The pattern details can be see on my children's pattern page.  The right pattern is for us!   Ranging from measurements of 36-53, you can check more of the details on my women's jacket & cardigan page.

Summer is also when Lorna's Laces brings out new colors.  Above is Cummberbund (strong red-orange) and Waistcoat (beautiful deep dark cyan-green, or deep teal-picture looks really blue to me, but it is deep dark teal).  There are more shades to come!  These above are Helen's Lace.  You can see additional pictures, and maybe the color will be better on my Helen's Lace page.   Also check out the Shepherd Sock page, where you can see Waistcoat and a multi-color called Bow Tie. We are stocking most of the colors in Shepherd Sock, Sport, Worsted, Bulky and Helen's Lace.  As the new shipments arrive, we will be making them available on the web site.


Finally, only 5 more days to the end of our Give-away of the new Karbonz Needles.  To enter go to our face book page at http://www.facebook.com/a.Yarn.Store , then "like us", then share the posting with your friends.  IF your shares are hidden we can't see you, so be sure to write a comment that you shared!  We want to make sure we've got your name added to the bucket!

Take care, be safe and enjoy the summer!

Like and Share for a chance to win a set of Knitter's Pride Karbonz from Angelika's Yarn Store! 
**To participate: FIRST - LIKE our pagehttps://www.facebook.com/a.Yarn.Store 


**THEN - SHARE the original posting about this Giveaway! Only people who share this original picture are eligible!


**ONE winner will receive: 1 set of Knitter's Pride Karbonz Double Points (Sizes US#1, 2, 3 and 4.) 1 Ashland Sky DP Needle Case in Red 


**ENDS ON JULY 13, 2012! 
We will draw a winner using a random number generator and announce the winner on Saturday July 14, 2012. The winner will have a LIMITED amount of time to email or call us with an address so we can ship the prize! 


**No purchase necessary--its okay if you've never ordered from us! 
**No, you WON'T pay shipping! 
**International participants welcome! 


The cost of this prize if purchased from us would be $99! Not to mention you'll have a starting set of a sleek, jet black, carbon fiber needles to store in a vivid red ribbon casing. Edgy! If you just can't wait, visit us at http://yarn-store.com/knitters-pride-karbonz.html and place your preorder now! We expect them within the week! The New age needles are made from High-Tech carbon fiber! Carbon fiber is one of the most versatile materials used in manufacturing of the new generation Air craft, Space ship, Automobiles, etc.!! Perfect points, flawlessly tapered-Ideal for all yarns and every project. High tensile strength, Light weight and lots of flexibility. A smooth join on circular needles ensures easy stitch glide and no snagging. Surface that helps the stitches move smoothly on the needle!! Resilient, flexible cords lay flat with no kink or twist – easy to store. Warm to touch & gentle in the hand.  Because of this material, the Karbonz needles are strong, even down to a US#00000 (that's a 1mm size)!!