YARNSMITH 2008
Welcome to Yarnsmith.
If you haven't visited us before I hope you will be thrilled with what we have to
offer - exquisite yarns from across the world coupled with exciting new products
from closer to home. Our ethos is to offer a friendly, creative and inspiring
service to our customers; enthusing new and experienced knitters alike with our
yarns, pattern books and accessories.
Don't forget to check out Yarnsmith's very own blog
- knitting, family and life. I'd love to read your comments.
Enjoy our site, have fun with your creations and
let me know if you need any advice or assistance.
Becky Poynter
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The Mirasol Project We are really excited by
these new
yarns from peru -
Tik'a Cotton,
and
Hacho 100% wool,
not only because of the vibrant colours and the amazing quality of the yarn but
also because purchasing this yarn, and the associated pattern book, Mirasol Collection Book 2, helps the women of the Mirasol Project in Peru.
for more information about the projects work, visit www.mirasolperu.com.
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Twilleys 100% Organic Cotton DK
Twilleys 100% organic cotton dk is a recent release on the market.
Each pack has a certificate to
confirm it's organic status. The resulting yarn is therefore not only better for
the environment, but also produces a superior, softer cotton for the knitter.
The colours are beautifully muted for the summer and we have a super range of
leaflets and pattern books.
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Melford Green Alpaca DK
In the heart of the rolling Suffolk countryside, an area once reknowned for the
quality of its wool,
Melford Green have established one of the very finest herds of
alpacas in the UK. Melford Green is committed to sustainable farming techniques
and aims to produce the highest quality alpaca yarns by combining a unique
knowledge of breeding techniques with first class animal welfare and elite
alpacas. We are delighted be the only stockists for their exquisite yarn!
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Manos del
Uruguay
New to yarnsmith is the fabulous silk blend from Manos del Uruguay (Hands of
Uruguay!). Silk Blend is produced by a co-operative of over 800 women
producing high quality yarns for customers throughout the world.
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The lovely Hip Knits hand dyed aran silk yarns are back
with a vengance with some amazing colours
for 2008. The 100g skeins are enough to knit a scarf, small bag, hat and
mittens. For an "average" adult jumper you only need 4-5 skeins.
If you want to shimmer like a butterfly wing - this is the one for you!
Also new to Yarnsmith is the Hip Knits
lace merino and seacell blend
The colours are just stunning (as you would expect from
Kerrie and her team) and
just one skein will make the most amazing shawl.
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Artesano Inca
Cloud Alpaca
Inca Cloud is a yarn made by Artesano, a family run
business. They
practise fair and ethical trade policies and buy only from co-operatives. The
cost of the
yarn goes directly to the people who make and spin it. Inca Cloud is now just £3.50 and we have added 5 new colours.
You can use it with any pattern that calls for a 4mm needle or dk weight yarn.
Lots of patterns are available at £2.10 each. |
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Debbie Bliss
Yarns
Excellent quality, excellent value. Really vibrant colours for
every season, but look out for a subtle spring pinks and stunning summer yellows.
Cotton DK is 100% cotton and machine
washable.
Click on the Button on the left of the page to see the other Debbie Bliss yarns
we stock.
If you don't see the colour you want please contact us as we may be able to get
it for you.
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Debbie Bliss
Patterns
Baby Cashmerino 3 has arrived and includes fourteen designs
for babies up to two years.
We have 23 of Debbie's Pattern Books including this summers' favourite Coastlines which has some beautiful, chic designs.
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Sari silk scarf
kit
The recycled sari silk yarn is a perfect gift. Not only
is it beautiful, but each purchase helps out the Nepalese women who spin it. A
single skein (180g-200g) knits into a long scarf so we've put together the Sari Silk Scarf Kit. It only costs £15.00 and includes
yarn, needles and a simple pattern. The yarn can also be purchased on its own -
just click here. |
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Yarn Forward
Magazine
Yarn Forward
is the UK's only independent knitting magazine.
The patterns are excellent and the articles are
interesting and useful.
Each pattern has 3 alternative
yarns to suit all budgets! Terrific idea!
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Noro Pattern
Books
Noro Designer Mini Knits features Noro's fantastic range of
yarns. You'll find patterns for Silk
Garden and Kureyon yarns among others.
No project takes more than 4 balls of Noro so this is a great little book to try
out the extraordinary yarns in this range.
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Cashmerino DK
Pattern Book
Debbie Bliss has just brought out the Cashmerino DK Pattern Book. This book includes
contemporary designs for women using Debbie Bliss Cashmerino
DK. The emphasis is on modern designs using classic stitches that
flatter and fit. |
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Debbie Bliss
Home
Home is a book of 27 patterns featuring Debbie Bliss alpaca silk, cashmerino, and merino yarns among
others. You can find patterns for everything from tea cosies, to gloves, to the
most comfy cardigan. |
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Annarella Stitch
markers
New in stock - Annarella Stitch
Markers. Go on, roll the dice. These make great gifts or a fun
accessory for your own knitting. In addition to the dice we have punk, jelly
baby, busy bee and flower power designs. A set of 4 costs £6. |
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Brittany knitting
needles
These special needles are made in Northern California of
sustainably harvested domestic birch hardwood. We currently have in stock a full
range of double pointed needles and single points as well as a set of three cable needles.
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Finishing Techniques for Handknitters
Much more than the name suggests, this is a fantastic
reference book for novice and expert alike.
Covering the basics, such as choosing yarn through to the
more advanced, bead embellishments and attaching collars.
Click here
Finishing Techniques for Handknitters, to
order.
If you want to learn how to crochet, Crochet Unravelled
is an easy to follow guide and is currently on offer,
reduced from £6.99 to £4.50.
Please click on the books and patterns tab above to see
our wide selection.
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Baby Knits for
Beginners
Baby Knits for Beginners is a great gift for anyone who is
new to knitting. The book costs £12.99 and includes designs like this boat neck
sweater. The sweater calls for 2-4 balls of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran which is just £3.75 per ball. You will also
need size 4.5 and 5mm needles. |
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Postage prices
I think you'll find that our postage and packaging prices
are among the best around. We've kept them as low as possible, in
many cases lower than it actually costs us to post it to
you. That's how much we want your business. You can see the prices here. |
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