yarn heaven july newsletter

Note from Tarie
As we all know, outside it is HOT, HOT, HOT!!! Well, as all knitters and crocheters
know, the two best times to work on our projects or start new ones are – when it’s
too cold or too hot to be outside! As HOT as it is outside, the new yarns inside are
even HOTTER! Come on in and see all of the new yarns. We have all colors of
Plymouth Kudo (cotton/rayon/silk) now in stock with new adorable patterns. Two of
the most popular patterns are perfect for beginners.

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From JoJoland, we have replenished our stock of Melody (laceweight, superwash
wool) and now have 14 colors in stock as well as perfect for all of the new patterns.
We are now carrying the Rhythm (superwash wool, medium worsted). This lovely
self-striping yarn knits beautifully on US 7 needles. Watch for our upcoming class
using Rhythm for the Polo Collar Cardigan called Denim Infinity. The deep, rich
colors are gorgeous and both of these yarns are so soft you’ll want to cuddle them.
And, best of all, they are priced to fit our economy-conscious budgets. JoJoland’s
silk/cashmere blend, Consonance, happens to be my favorite. I am just finishing the
Vine and Lace shawl. With 440 yards to a skein, two skeins does the shawl. We have
most of the colors in stock.

Clover Bamboo Circular Needles are now available in sizes 0, 1 and 2.

The new class schedule will be posted next week. Be sure to check out our next
Class List. The friendships that are formed during these groups last well beyond the
actual class time, and you will learn skills that carry over to your other projects. The
Button Holes and Finishing class is scheduled for July 25th. What a great class! Our
Two at a Time Socks class has been rescheduled for August 1st and 15th from
10:30-2:00pm (two sessions yields 1 awesome pair of socks to boast about). Come on
in and try this easy and fun way to get your socks done!

The Entrelac Shawl class is coming up soon. Entrelac_shawl.jpg

Update on Helmet Liners – This has been one of the most rewarding projects that
we have been involved in. Children from two elementary schools have donated money
and/or individual cards for our service people. Women that were knitting in World
War II have donated hours of knitting and crocheting time. Churches, knitting circles
and other groups from all over the country have gotten involved. We have received
Helmet Liners from as far away as Arizona, Ohio, and Pennsylvania to name just a
few. It has been a most humbling experience. Our goal now is not only to deliver the
liners, but to communicate the overwhelming response from everyone to their needs.
To those of you that have mailed in your liners, a big THANK YOU! for the extra
effort.
3/50 Project – For those who miss the Grass Roots movements of the 70’s, now is
your chance to make a difference in today’s ugly economy. Support your favorite
brick and mortar store through the 3/50 project. Pick the three stores in your area
that you would be heartbroken to lose and make it a point to spend $50 a month (if
possible) at each place. Sometimes, this may not be possible (ex: you need to buy a
hammer and you only have a vet on your list.) But, when possible, spend your money
at your favorite stores instead of bigbox stores, who send their money to another
part of the country, or online, who may be sending your money to China.

Keep your favorite stores in business. Support the 3/50 project in your community.
One more note: Please visit our Yarn Heaven Forum at Ravelry.com, the online knitting
and crocheting community. Currently you must sign up for admission to Ravelry, but
don’t let that stop you. It’s free and the more the merrier.

Summer cleaning – The cleaning bug has struck
Yarn Heaven. Take advantage of this very rare
occurrence and peruse the baskets. Odd lots of
all types of yarn will be sold for shockingly low
prices. First grab first serve.

When you make purchases of ten dollars or
more, a free pattern of our choosing will be
secretly hiding in your bag. Collect as many as
possible!