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Scarfluffle

My Aspen Leaf Skinny Scarf

Beautiful “Aspen Leaf” Lace points add texture and interest to this relatively simple open knit.  Now that it is starting to get warm you might be looking for that simple non-bulky accessory you can throw on without worrying about getting hot.  This is the project, not to mention it is perfect for showing off that special skein of hand-painted yarn.

Or if you like the one pictured here Martha used 1/2 a hank of Mountain Colors River Twist a fresh 2 ply yarn different from anything else we carry here at the shop.  I like it because it because the textures and colors look similar to a hand spun yarn.  Only using 1/2 a hank gives you enough to make one for a gift or you could make it even longer for more wrapping during the fall.

You can find this pattern by Jennifer Brooks Rice on Ravelry or just click here.  Thanks to Martha for bringing her finished project in for us to photograph. -B

Vice

We have just received our first shipment of Vice hand dyed yarns.  We have two awesome bases available now and some others coming in a few weeks.  The first base and the one photographed here is Carnal, a heavy fingering weight in a lush blend of merino, cahmere, and silk (70/20/10).

You get 400 yards per hank and we have 5 color ways available including H Town Summer, Liam, and Death by Purple.  The other yarn base is Sinful a single ply 100% merino which also includes a hefty 400 yards.

The yarn comes to us from Elizabeth Inman a yarn dyeing lover which shows in her colour creations.  All her yarns are dyed with professional acid reactive dyes for clarity and colour fast results.  -B

Cowboy Cowl

This textured triangular shaped cowl by Pam Powers is something a little different from the tubular designs that are so common.  It is almost a combination cowl/shawl that you can wear for hours and will stay in place without having to readjust it throughout the day.  I like that idea and who can resist the urban cowboy feel!  The lines are simple yet the panel down the middle creates some interest and elegance.

Try pairing this project with Maya, a new spring yarn from Berroco.  The irresistible chainette blends silky Pima cotton with just a touch of soft baby alpaca.  L & B has several of the light spring colors available and you will only need 3 hanks.  The yarn drapes beautifully and is soft to wear around your neck.  Add some buttons on the back for a finishing touch.

You can access the pattern by clicking here.  Thank you so much to Ann for letting us photograph her beautiful finished project!! -B