Wrist Ruler: A Functional Accessory

If you are like me, you are always taking a project with you wherever you go. Sometimes, you just really wish you packed your tape measure too! This problem has a fun and fashionable solution and it is at Yarns By Design…the Wrist Ruler- a bracelet that doubles as a ruler. The bracelets have both inches and centimeters etched on them and are made in the USA.

This bracelet easily measures up to any of your other accessories. 

They come in two lengths of either 15 or 17 inches and designed to be wrapped around your wrist twice for a stylish look that goes with everything.  The genuine leather bracelets will look good on everyone as they come in three shades: medium brown, dark brown or black. I think the leather looks great with anything denim and can be dressed up or down (of course with your favorite handmade top, shawl or pullover).

Prepared for any project on the go. 

Are bracelets not your look but you like the idea of having a ruler with you on the go? We also have the keychain ruler,  you can find them at our boutique in both light brown or black.

Ruler Keychains.

What other accessory or tool do you not leave home without when taking your project with you? Leave a comment here or stop in and tell us about it! 

Warmly,

Sarah with Yarns By Design

100% American made Brooklyn Tweed has arrived!

It's here! We are thrilled to announce our latest addition to Yarns By Design:
Brooklyn Tweed.

This Portland, Oregon based company started in 2010 and they use only 100% American made Targhee wool. Their mission includes "we are passionate about wool, knitting and design" and it shows with their true "sheep to skein" story. The Targhee sheep is the 2nd breed to be developed by the USDA. They were bred to have the perfect mix of fine wool with long wool to make for a soft, silky, and strong yarn. The herds of Brooklyn Tweed reside on the plains of Wyoming where they grow their fleece for shearing. Once baled and cleaned, the fleece travels to Pennsylvania for cleaning and dyeing to create an abundance of lovely palettes. Next stop is New Hampshire where the dyed yarn is spun and finished to create skeins ready for you to knit.

Happy sheep make pretty skeins. 

Yarns By Design customer and knitter, Mary stopped by Yarns By Design and couldn't resist giving this yarn a try. She got right to work on her project and had this to say about the "Loft" fingering weight yarn: "I LOVE this yarn so much! I haven't been this excited about a new yarn since I discovered Madelinetosh years ago!" and "the colors are beautiful, the yarn is so soft yet has a nice body and is a joy to knit".

Customer Mary Mervis works up a pattern using Brooklyn Tweed Loft for the first time.
Photo by Mary Mervis

Our boutique is proud to be one of only two retail stockists in the state. We offer fingering weight "Loft", DK weight "Arbor" and worsted weight "Shelter" all in a variety of colors. Brooklyn Tweed also offers an abundance of gorgeous patterns that mix both traditional and modern looks.
Stop by in-store to see the collection in person or shop Yarns By Design online -either way it's yarn you want to check out!

Welcome, Brooklyn Tweed.

Be sure to share your feedback and projects about Brooklyn Tweed with us once you give it a try. We love to hear from our customers. 

Warmly, 

Sarah with Yarns By Design

Knitter's Keep Kit by Cocoknits

Keep knitting accessories close at hand …

Are you tired of digging through the sofa cushions to find your stitch markers? Tired of holding your cable needle behind your ear (or with your teeth)? And where is that tapestry needle when you need it?

Problem solved.

Introducing Knitter’s Keep
A silicone slap bracelet fits any size wrist and sports a brushed steel-plated magnet. Nickel-plated accessories attach to the magnet to keep what you need where you need it most.

KIT INCLUDES:
One silicone slap bracelet in orange, green, blue or grey
10 large round stitch markers (accommodate US 15 / 10mm needles or smaller)
10 small round stitch markers (accommodate US 9 / 5.5mm needles or smaller)
10 opening stitch markers (accommodate US 11 / 8mm needles or smaller)
2 cable needles (size US 1 / 2.5mm)
2 curved-tip tapestry needles
One handy 100% cotton pouch to keep everything together in your knitting bag.


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Available in colors: Grey / Blue / Green / Orange

Storage / Project Box

This storage / project box is an exercise in simplicity, but with details that make it amazing. The designs are hand-drawn and screenprinted by Arounna on natural, unbleached linen fabric, which she then sews into these beautiful, fully lined vessels.

Sturdy enough to stand on its own and hold your current craft or knitting project (or supplies, or a houseplant, or whatever you dream up), it also folds flat when not in use — if you can imagine that ever happening!

- made in Canada
- entirely handcrafted
- solvent-free ink screenprinted on 100% natural linen
- fully lined with 100% organic cotton canvas
- base is approx 6 x 7 inches; approx 7 inches tall
- folds flat
- no two are exactly alike

Click here to shop.

Trendy Canvas Totes

- Hand silkscreened print with embroidered & cotton applique details
- 100% cotton
- Measures: 16" h x 14" w



Available in: Cool Cat, Drapper Dog, Rockin' Owl

Juniper Moon Yarns

We are excited to introduce, Juniper Moon, our newest line to the Yarns By Design boutique. Juniper Moon Farm Yarns, a line of carefully sourced and thoughtfully crafted yarns that feature fibers grown in Peru, Argentina, Nepal, and Italy. Each yarn is paired with a curated collection of patterns by some of the hottest and up-and-coming designers. Juniper Moon Farm yarns and patterns can be purchased at Yarns By Design in Oakmont and online.


Findley


Findley Dappled


Herriot


Moonshine

Click here for more information.

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Churchmouse: Crochet Classroom

NEW from Churchmouse

CLASSROOM: LEARN TO CROCHETE COMPANION
The Learn-To-Crochet Companion is a 16-page booklet that uses more than 180 instructional photos that will turn you into an accomplished crocheter. Just follow the steps! With The Companion by your side, you can even begin one of the First Projects patterns in the Churchmouse Classroom collection.

PHOTO TUTORIALS IN THIS PATTERN: • Choosing and preparing your yarn • Getting started: slip knots and how to hold your hook and yarn • Making a chain • How to perform a variety of crochet stitches: single, double, half double, treble, and slip stitch • Keeping your edges straight • Working in rounds • Increasing and decreasing • Finishing and blocking • Swatching for gauge and fabric


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CROCHETED BEANIE & COWL:
These crochet projects use two traditional pattern stitches— single and half double—to very contemporary effect. You’ll get to practice working in the round in two ways—in a circular spiral and in a tubular spiral. Plus you’ll learn a couple of nifty beginnings.

We’re betting your first set will not be your last—friends and family will start to place orders. You could always teach them how to crochet!

TUTORIALS IN THIS PATTERN: • Increases and decreases. • Foundation half double crochet.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: chain stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, slip stitch, and working in rounds. Need help with any of these techniques? See our Learn-To-Crochet Companion booklet.


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CROCHETED HANDWARMERS: 1 STITCH, 3 WAYS
One simple little stitch—single crochet—can look so very different with just a few minor tweaks. The different textures come from the way the hook is inserted into the stitch in the row below--we'll show you how! Three little must-have accessories explore this phenomenon. Make one pair. Or make all three!

TUTORIALS IN THIS PATTERN: • Three stitch patterns using only single crochet. • Slip stitch seaming.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: chain stitch, single crochet, slip stitch, and keeping row edges straight. Need help with any of these techniques? See our Learn-To-Crochet Companion booklet.


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CROCHETED SAMPLER SCARF & HANDWARMERS:
This beautiful woolly set lets you practice three basic stitches—double crochet, half double crochet and single crochet—in a simple repeating sampler pattern that will have you expert in no time.

Working back and forth, you’ll create a fabric with an interesting texture that looks much more complicated than it is. Bonus: It’s also reversible! Equally handsome in solid colors or variegated shades, this scarf can be worn any number of ways. And the simple little handwarmers will keep you toasty indoors or out!

TUTORIALS IN THIS PATTERN: • Combining stitches. • Mattress-stitch seaming.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet, half double crochet, and keeping row edges straight. Need help with any of these techniques? See our Learn-To-Crochet Companion booklet.


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Pre-register today for our 2-hour Beginning Crochet class with instructor Tammy.

Addi DIY Knit-cessories

Pavia Lewis is a knitting artist who found an outlet for her striking jewelry in her business called ‘Miknitures®’. Pavia uses decorative miniature (mikniture) knitting needles paired with coordinating yarn, to make remarkable pieces of knitted jewelry. Pavia’s work has been featured in publications such as Vogue Knitting, Creative Knitting, Cast-On, Living Crafts, and Interweave Knits, and her work has become recognizable nationwide.

Lewis has now combined efforts with skacel and addi® to provide custom hardware for her renowned innovation, allowing knitters to make their very own wearable art! For flexibility of personal style and fit, the necklace bases are available in addi® Natura or addi Turbo® needle styles, in two different lengths. The necklaces have a strong magnetized closure in the back, making for easy fastening and removal. These special magnets are the perfect strength - so your necklace will stay on all day, yet still remain easy enough to remove without assistance! While garter stitch is all it takes to make a simple, yet charming necklace, the inspiration is endless, so feel free to tap into your creativity and incorporate various yarns and stitch patterns to your heart’s desire! Wear your passion for knitting around your neck, and have some creative fun!



DIY Knit-cessories available in: Turbo Necklace Tips in the Standard length, Turbo Necklace Tips in the Extended length, Bamboo Necklace Tips in the Standard length and Bamboo Necklace Tips in the Extended length.


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Berroco Espresso

Espresso is a cotton blend with a vibrant hand-dyed look that knits up quickly, creating beautiful pieces that are machine washable and easy to care for.


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Hank Weight:
5.25 oz / 150 g

Hank Length:
148 yds / 135 m

Knitting Gauge:
3 sts = 1"
12 sts & 15 rows = 4" (10cm)

Needle Size:
11(US) / 8 mm

Crochet Gauge:
2.25 sc = 1"
9 sc & 11 rows = 4" (10cm)

Hook Size:
11-L(US) / 8 mm

Yarn Fiber:
50% Cotton 50% Acrylic
Yarn Wash Info:
Machine wash. Lay flat to dry.

Pattern Support
#356 Berroco Espresso: Filled with fun, fast, summer knitting patterns, Espresso is a collection of garments and accessories knit in Karma or Espresso. The yarns are interchangeable and would work beautifully for any pattern in the collection.


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The yarn and pattern support are available at the Yarns By Design boutique.

Berroco Fiora

With the stitch definition of cotton, the drape of viscose, the bounce of wool and the shimmer of alpaca, Fiora is an artisanal blend of the finest fibers.


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Hank Weight:
3.5 oz / 100 g

Hank Length:
246 yds / 225 m

Knitting Gauge:
5.5 sts = 1"
22 sts & 30 rows = 4" (10cm)

Needle Size:
5(US) / 3.75 mm

Crochet Gauge:
3.25 sc = 1"
15 sc & 22 rows = 4" (10cm)

Hook Size:
F-5(US) / 3.75 mm

Yarn Fiber:
40% Cotton 30% Rayon / Viscose 15% Alpaca 10% Nylon 5% Wool
Yarn Wash Info:
Machine wash. Lay flat to dry.

Pattern Support
#355 Berroco Fiora: Feminine and timeless, with a beautiful color palette, Fiora is a collection of heirloom lace garments and accessories.


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The yarn and pattern support are available at the Yarns By Design boutique.

Berroco Mixer

As the name suggests, Mixer is a fine and fanciful yarn made up of soft, lightweight materials fused together to create a beautiful devoré fabric with fabulous drape.


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Hank Weight:
1.75 oz / 50 g

Hank Length:
165 yds / 151 m

Knitting Gauge:
5.5 sts = 1"
22 sts & 28 rows = 4" (10cm)

Needle Size:
7(US) / 4.5 mm

Crochet Gauge:
4.75 sc = 1"
19 sc & 26 rows = 4" (10cm)

Hook Size:
G-6(US) / 4 mm

Yarn Fiber:
33% Cotton 33% Polyester 28% Rayon / Viscose 6% Nylon

Yarn Wash Info:
Machine wash. Lay flat to dry.

Berroco offers a nice selection of pattern support. #354 Berroco Mixer: Made with fun, flashy yarn, Mixer is a collection of swinging garments and accessories that can be dressed up or down and bring out your inner disco diva. Below is a sampling of one of our favorites.


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The yarn and pattern support are available at the Yarns By Design boutique.

Rowan Cotton Lustre

Yarn
Cotton Lustre is an interesting blend of cotton, linen and modal which gives it a wonderful drape with a soft handle. This yarn encorporates the essential summer shades and knits on 6mm needles making it perfect for a quick summer knits. The colour palette encorporates the essential summer shades.


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Details:
Article Number: 9802181
Fibre Content: Linen: 10%, Cotton: 55%, Nylon: 35%
Season: Spring Summer
Yarn Ball Weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 80/87
Tension/Gauge Stitches: 17
Tension/Gauge Rows: 24
Care Instructions: Hand 30 / Iron Low Heat / Do Not Bleach / Do Not Tumble Dry / Do not Wring new / Dry Flat / Dry Clean Certain Solvents

Recommended Knitting Needles:
Knitting Needle (UK): 4
Knitting Needle (US): 10
Knitting Needle, MM: 6

Pattern Support
Echoes: Let watery hues transport you to a place of calm, delightful relaxation. Influenced by a blend of diverese elements the collection plays with stripes, from subtle ticking to crisp cabled bands, while soft flounces and sheer knitted fabrics fit perfectly with a soft summer breeze letting you drift away to a state of bliss.


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The yarn and pattern support are available at the Yarns By Design boutique.

Rowan Summerlite 4ply

Yarn
Summerlite 4ply is made using 100% of the finest cotton resulting in a beautiful soft matt cotton, with a wonderful summer tonal colour palette.


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Details:
Article Number: 9802179
Fibre Content: Cotton: 100%
Season: Spring Summer
Yarn Ball Weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 175/191
Tension/Gauge Stitches: 28
Tension/Gauge Rows: 36
Care Instructions: Machine 30 / Iron Medium Heat / Do Not Bleach / Do Not Tumble Dry / Do not Wring new / Dry Flat / Dry Clean Certain Solvents

Recommended Knitting Needles:
Knitting Needle (UK): 11
Knitting Needle (US): 2-3
Knitting Needle, MM: 3

Pattern support
Echoes: Let watery hues transport you to a place of calm, delightful relaxation. Influenced by a blend of diverese elements the collection plays with stripes, from subtle ticking to crisp cabled bands, while soft flounces and sheer knitted fabrics fit perfectly with a soft summer breeze letting you drift away to a state of bliss.


© rowan

The yarn and pattern support are available at the Yarns By Design boutique.

Quince & Co Linen

We have waited patiently and are very excited to announce we will be a new Quince & Co Linen Store. We are extremely happy to share the new lines of Kestrel and Sparrow with you and just in time for the warmer months. We will offer Quince & Co’s beautiful and inspirational pattern support for the linen lines as well. Below is a sneak peek.

We have a beautiful array of colors available at the Yarns By Design boutique to choose from for your next project.





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Raspberry Ripple Shawlette Kit

Raspberry Ripple takes its name from the way the gently waving edges suggest ripples, the way the bumpy texture of the red silk center panel suggests ripe raspberries, and the way my brain will use any excuse to suggest ice cream. Wear Raspberry Ripple to keep your neck and shoulders warm while enjoying your favorite frozen treat!


© Meghan C. Radick

Raspberry Ripple is a triangular shawlette, knit from the bottom point to the top, with a lace edging on either side of a textured triangular center panel. A handful of colors are available to choose from.

The instructions given are for a shawlette knit with two skeins of Lantern Moon’s Indochine yarn, but the pattern can easily be adapted to any size/weight of yarn. Indochine is a luxurious 100% silk yarn made exclusively for Lantern Moon in a mill in Vietnam. Indochine is the result of working directly with their producer to create a beautiful 100% mulberry silk, spun to their specifications, creating a sport weight yarn that feels wonderful in the hand and makes a luxurious fabric.

The kit is available at Yarns By Design and includes the pattern, 2 skeins of Indochine and a Recycled Paper Yarn Bowl. The creatively made bowl of wrapped recycled paper is the perfect size for a ball of yarn.


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