The End – R.I. Wool & Fiber Festival

This young lady may not think it’s the best idea to be trying on a hand-knit/felted hat on a warm day, but Linda Perry of Thistledown Yarns in Hope Valley RI does such beautiful work that Mom just couldn’t resist the purchase! Plus, the hat was on display at the Consignment Table, where 20% of the proceeds went to help support Coggeshall Farm Museum.
A final assortment of photos from the Festival – a lovely small-scale event – really well done!

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VK Live – Beautiful Handknits

The quality of hand knit garments at VK Live was inspirational – it’s just one of the many reasons why these events are so valuable to knitters of all levels. We come away with a head full of ideas – energized to move on-ward and up-ward.

Bijou Basin Ranch displayed their Valle di Susa Cabled Wrap by Marly Bird at their spacious corner booth. Beautiful shape to the garment – also fabulous yarn and stitch choices.  Wish I had one right now.

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Why We Love Yarn – Pt. II

So, which is it? The color or texture that drive us mad for these yarns? Look at that turquoise! But then there’s the amazing bas-relief surface of the yellow swatch. It certainly makes a case for not blocking lace. And the Yarn Love goes on…