January, 2014 - Knitter's Review

The Knitted Slipper Book: Slippers and House Shoes for the Entire Family, by Katie Startzman

What could be more charming than a family of smiling people, all of whose feet are cozy and warm inside colorful handknit slippers? From the very first moment, I was charmed by Katie Startzman's book. At a time when there seems to be less and less

January 16, 2014

Clara Parkes

Books

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Plymouth Yarn Baby Alpaca Magna

Maybe it's just January talking, but as soon as I spotted this yarn I thought "cowl." In fact, I could almost imagine a line of women at the Portland International Jetport greeting new arrivals and ceremoniously placing a skein of Baby Alpaca Magna around their

January 14, 2014

Clara Parkes

Yarns

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The Knitting Boutique: Boutique Yarn Overview

With online shopping more prevalent than ever, yarn stores are in a bit of a pickle. They need inventory that covers all the bases—yarns for sweaters, baby garb, socks, lace, etc. But they also need to be able to offer something totally unique, something a

January 2, 2014

Clara Parkes

Yarns