Show & Tell

The YBD staff would like to thank all of our guests who attended our Show & Tell event this past Sunday, October 23rd at the boutique.

We had a blast seeing each of you and your finished projects this past weekend. Not only were we excited to see all of our fibers knitted/crocheted into something beautiful, but you all inspired us.

To name a few...Michelle's knitted garments for her grand baby that is on the way, Carol's moebius, Pat's knitted hats and socks, Virginia's Flow tunic, Jackie's rugs, Cathy's Loop-D-Loop skirt, Rebecca's lace work, Natalie's rug knitted out of sheets, Debbie's cardigan and favors, Robi's first cardigan, Cathy's linen projects, and many more.


A few of our guests get excited by all of the lovely projects.
Tamara showing off her crocheted wine bottle gift carriers.


Mother and daughter, Diane and Devon, spinning outside in the gorgeous weather.


Amanda's weaved scarves, shawls and wall hangings. By the way, did I mention, Amanda, I really want your brown and teal wall hanging!!

Thanks to everyone whom made this a very exciting, encouraging and fun-filled event!

Customer Appreciation Day: October 20th, 2011

Roses for Rosa Scarf by Judith Durant
Knitted with Noro Kureyon Sock
Fingering / 4 ply
70% Wool, 30% Nylon
462 yards
Gauge: 30.0 sts = 4 inches
Needle size: US 1½ - 3

Sandy knitted this fun and colorful scarf using Noro Kureyon Sock from the Roses for Rosa scarf pattern out of Sock Yarn One-Skein Wonders book. On Thursday, October 20th from 10-7pm, receive 20% off Noro Kureyon Sock for Customer Appreciation Day. Note: All sales are final. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

Sock Yarn One-Skein Wonders: 101 Patterns That Go Way Beyond Socks!
Every knitter understands the allure of sock yarn. It slips easily into a handbag, comes in endless variations, and represents a dazzling array of possibilities. Best of all, it "s relatively inexpensive, making it an affordable splurge. As a result, many knitters find themselves with veritable collections of sock yarn in their stash. Fortunately, sock yarn can be used for more than simply keeping toes toasty. In Sock Yarn One-Skein Wonders: 101 Patterns That Go Way Beyond Socks! veteran knitter Judith Durant has chosen not simply inventive sock patterns but also more than 5 dozen inspired patterns for other items that can be created from a single skein of sock yarn. Sock Yarn One-Skein Wonders offers one-of-a-kind patterns for baby clothes, mittens, scarves, hats, jewelry, cozies, bags . . . even a dog sweater and a lamp shade! Knitters of every skill level will find tantalizing challenges; some knit up in fewer than three hours, others make creative use of sock yarn leftovers, and several make heirloom-worthy gifts. Collectively, these patterns bring out the best of sock yarn . . . whether variegated or solid-colored, self-patterning or hand-painted. With this book in their knitting bags, needlecrafters will take their stash of sock yarn well beyond stockinged feet to a delightful world of possibility.

Designer's Workshops at YBD

Join YBD on November 12th and 13th
We have invited two very exciting and talented guest designer's to YBD. The workshops held will be by Julie Weisenberger of Cocoknits and Takako of Habu Textiles. The exciting line-up of workshops offered are too good to miss out on. Do register today!

Click here for details to the Designer's Workshops schedule and registration.

Here are a few samples of their talented designs:


Weekend Wrap by Cocoknits



Katarina by Cocoknits



Yvonne by Cocoknits



Sea Tangles by Knitty
using Habu Textiles Fiber




Infinite Loop by Habu Textiles

Click here for details to the Designer's Workshops schedule and registration.
Click here for details to our Annual Fall Fashion Show held on Friday, November 11th.

Note: Pre-Registration required / Cash or check only / Space is limited / No Refunds

Register for the Fall Fashion Show and two or more Designer’s Workshops to receive 10% off total.

Quick Projects: Scarves

Dolce Vita by SMC Select
Available in a 100 gram (3.5 ounce) ball.
Contains approximately 5.5 metres (6 yards.)

Dolce Vita by SMC is a bulky, loopy yarn, which can be finger knit or crocheted into a 5 foot long (1.5 metres) scarf. The instructions are on the ball band, and it is very easy to do. We made a scarf in 5 minutes! The yarn is 95% wool and 5% polyamide.



Link by Berroco
50% Wool, 50% Acrylic, 32 yds, 50(US) needle

Huge and colorful, Link is full of character. Instantly gratifying when worked on size 35 or 50 needles, this yarn creates eye-catching accessories.



Flamenco by Trendsetter
100% Acrylic, 40 yards, 13(US) needle

A flouncy styled ribbon that when spread open, looks like a fisherman's net, Flamenco is a truly unique yarn. By knitting the top edge, it opens up to about 3 inches and creates beautiful openwork ruffles. A scarf takes about 1 or 2 evenings to make on size US 8, 9 or 10 needles. Stop by the boutique today to pick out your new 'quick knit' project!

New Arrival: Cortina Nuvole

Skacel Collection: Cortina Nuvole
• 70% Merino Wool - 30% Nylon
• 55 yards per 50 gram ball
• 12 mm (approx. US 17) needles
• Approx. 2.5 sts per inch

Cortina Nuvole is mottled in color. Just like Cortina, it is created with an air-infused nylon core that is encased within fine Merino Wool, making it unimaginably lightweight while still having that great wool feeling. But with Cortina Nuvole the infused core is undyed while the merino surrounding it is colored. The voluminosity of the yarn allows you to knit complex stitch patterns quickly at 2 ½ stitches per inch, without adding extra weight to your garment.



Schulana Crealana 27
Sandy knit this beautiful jacket using the above fiber. For all of you who have been waiting patiently, the yarn has arrived, so stop by today to pick out your color. We have two more additional colors ordered that are on backorder.

New arrivals at YBD

Techno by Blue Sky Alpacas:
68% baby alpaca / 10% extra fine merino / 22% silk
We are excited to announce the arrival of the long awaited Techno. A modern take on 1970’s neon and natural, the line includes seven groovy pop colors perfectly balanced with six granola-lover neutrals. Modern technology makes Techno a feather-weight genius: baby alpaca is blown into a mesh tube of silk for really fast knitting with literally no splitting.



Worsted Cotton by Blue Sky Alpacas:
100% organic cotton
This candy shop of color tempts with an array of sweet treats ranging from rich and creamy neutrals to scrumptious saturated hues. The palette is created with low impact dyes, and a funky twist gives our 100% certified organic cotton a light and lofty hand.



Fine and Sweater by Spud & Chloe:
Fine: Made of superwash 80% wool/20% silk, this sock-weight yarn is ideal for Fair Isle and detailed work—and of course, some pretty fancy footwork.

Sweater: Made of superwash 55% wool/45% organic cotton, it’s a worsted-weight yarn for everybody.



Naturally Soft Merino by MillaMia:
100% extra fine Merino Wool
Its supersoft feel makes it ideal for babies and young children, and the lovely twist on the yarn means that the resulting knitted fabric has a great stitch definition. Produced in Italy.

We also have supporting patterns for all lines. Stop by today, browse through the wonderful designs and we'll help you get started for your next project!

Finished objects: Peggy's Casey stole and Ilene bag!

Peggy B. recently completed the Casey stole, a pattern from Louet's Trudy Van Stralen. Peggy used Louet's Euroflax 100% Wet Spun Linen Fine/Sport Weight in color 2364, Natural. With her yarn leftovers, Peggy also knit up an Ilene Bag (pictured below). This handy bag, designed by Hannah Ingalls, is a perfect catch-all for the market or anywhere! Well done, Peggy!