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Free patterns from Darn Good Yarn

(disclosure- no charge for the patterns but if you buy the yarn through my links to Darn Good Yarn I’ll make a few pennies)

Miracle Twisted Sweater Pattern
Miracle Twisted Sweater Pattern

from: Darn Good Yarn

 From Darn Good Yarn:

I am so in love with this sweater. Perfect for work, a night out, running errands and it is so much fun to make. Now, make sure to check out the amount of our gorgeous Aran Twisted Wool Yarn you will need based on the size you choose. This information is listed below.

Happy Knitting!

Designed By: Sheep Uy Colors
Craft: Knit
Category: Clothing – Sweater
Size: Small (M,L)
Yarn: Aran Twisted Wool Yarn approx 850 (920, 970) yards
Needle Size: US 9

 

 

Lace Weight Silk Shawl Pattern
Lace Weight Silk Shawl Pattern – $3.99

This amazingly beautiful shawl was designed by Denae Merrill using Darn Good Yarn Lace Weight Silk Yarn! This a simple and stunning shawl that will be great for an intermediate knitter! Add this to your cart and you’ll get a digital download of the pattern

Lace Weight Silk Shawl Pattern — $3.99

 

 

This amazingly beautiful shawl was designed by Denae Merrill using Darn Good Yarn Lace Weight Silk Yarn!

This a simple and stunning shawl that will be great for an intermediate knitter! Add this to your cart and you’ll get a digital download of the pattern; then you’ll just need two skeins of DGY Lace Weight Silk Yarn!

Get the complete project kit HERE

Imagine draping this lightweight beauty over your shoulders in the spring and summer! Now, the only thing left to do is choose your colors!

Sparkle Collection Lace Weight Silk Cloud
Sparkle Collection Lace Weight Silk Cloud – $16.99

Lace Weight Cabito Wool Yarn
Lace Weight Cabito Wool Yarn

from: Darn Good Yarn

New advertisers for my readers to explore! Welcome Indygo Junction & Createforless!

(this post contains affiliate links and I will receive a few pennies if you click through and buy stuff- so help support my cookbook, yarn, & fabric habits)

 

Indygo Junction Inc, a leader in the fashion sewing, needlework and craft design industry was founded in 1990 by Amy Barickman. Indygo Junction publishes and markets patterns and books designed in-house as well as licensing designs from artists from around the world.

Led by Amy’s vision for anticipating popular trends and her gift of discovering new artists, Indygo Junction has identified and marketed more than 30 designers and has sold over 2 million pattern and books internationally over the last 20 years. Amy & Indygo Junction continue to inspire countless crafters to explore their own creative spirit and experiment with the newest sewing, fabric and crafting techniques.

 

Katelyn's Dress, Tunic & Top
Katelyn’s Dress, Tunic & Top – $16.99

from: Indygo Junction

Modern Gored Skirt ePattern
Modern Gored Skirt ePattern – $12.99

from: Indygo Junction

Bistro Apron Pattern
Bistro Apron Pattern – $12.99

from: Indygo Junction

Trilliant Ornament Fabriflair Kit
Trilliant Ornament Fabriflair Kit – $9.99

from: Indygo Junction

Dimensional Denim Book
Dimensional Denim Book – $19.99

from: Indygo Junction

Techniques for Draping & Design - Vintage Notions Sewing Series
Techniques for Draping & Design – Vintage Notions Sewing Series – $16.99

from: Indygo Junction

The idea of CreateForLess first began with the discovery that craft professionals, designers, teachers, scout leaders, camps and other craft enthusiasts were having difficulty finding the prices and quantities of craft supplies that they needed. The founders saw the solution in the Internet, as a way to build a virtual craft supply warehouse that every craft consumer could have access to.

The name CreateForLess clearly defines our mission, to help crafters ‘Create’ their projects ‘For Less’ time, money and hassle. This mission is also reflected in our slogan “Create More, Spend Less”. CreateForLess opened its virtual doors in August 2001 and began offering:
Over 70,000 brand name craft supplies in scrapbooking, sewing, quilting and more.
Discount prices for everyone, so you can save $$ on your supplies.
Buy in Bulk – quantities in increments that work for you.
An easy and fun shopping experience – a simple search process, fast check out, order tracking, and real time inventory so there are no surprises when you receive your package.
Fast and reliable shipping – your craft supplies will generally be shipped within 1 business day.
Think Crafts! – our craft advice blog where you can get the latest trends, project ideas, tips and techniques.
CreateForLess is committed to providing our customers with the best selection, price and service each and every day. Whether you’re shopping for craft, sewing or quilting supplies, you’ll find what you’re looking for at CreateForLess. We hope that you enjoyed shopping at CreateForLess and look forward to serving you in the future.

Createforless is not trendy or anything like that- but what they carry is the basics that we all need when crafting. I joke that no one will take my ginger’s until I’m dead- but that is because they are the best scissors I have found for cutting fabric.  Buying waistband elastic in 25 or 50 yard rolls may seem like overkill- until one realizes just how much elastic one can go through.

Gingher 8 in. Knife Edge Dressmaker's Shears
Gingher 8 in. Knife Edge Dressmaker’s Shears – $33.49
Gingher Knife Edge Dressmaker’s Shears have a versatile longer length cut and blades strong enough to trim and cut multiple layers of fabric effortlessly. The longer cut is ideal for cutting out patterns and trimming seams. Gingher’s precision ground knif
Buttons Galore Theme Button Holiday Christmas Candy
Buttons Galore Theme Button Holiday Christmas Candy – $2.39
Buttons Galore Theme buttons can be used for scrapbooks, memory books, journals, frames, candles, jewelry and more. These buttons come in a variety of themes, sizes and colors. Holiday Christmas Candy- 9 buttons that include peppermint twists, lollypops a
Sulky Original Metallic Thread 1000 yd. #7018 Christmas Green
Sulky Original Metallic Thread 1000 yd. #7018 Christmas Green – $13.99
Sulky Original Metallic Thread is a strong polyester core wrapped with metallic foil thread. It is smooth, strong, pliable and easy to sew. Perfect for sergers, sewing machines and hand work. Washable and dry cleanable. 1000 yard. #7018 Christmas Green.
Aunt Martha's Iron On Transfer Book #401 European Delights
Aunt Martha’s Iron On Transfer Book #401 European Delights – $3.89
Aunt Martha’s Transfer Books are 8 page books that contain over 20 different designs and is printed with a single-color heat transfer ink. European Delights Transfer Book contains various pastries and the Eiffel Tower to represent France; a beer stein, a
Staple Ban-Rol Waistband Elastic 1 1/2 in. White
Staple Ban-Rol Waistband Elastic 1 1/2 in. White – $39.75
Staple Ban-Rol Waistband Elastic is a non-crush elastic, perfect for waistbands that won’t roll, crush or curl, but still have a little give. Use it for waistbands in skirts, slacks, shorts and pants. 46% Nylon /28% Lycra/26% Polyester. 1 1/2 inch x 25 ya

Free Coloring Book! “Color Historic Buffalo” 

A coloring book of historic buildings in Buffalo New York. All illustrations in this coloring book were adapted from the book Buffalo Illustrated: Commerce, Trade and Industries of Buffalo, published in 1890 by Anderson & Gillette and the Courier Printing Company. The copy used to create this book as well as many other wonderful items can be found in the SUNY Buffalo State College Archives and Special Collections.

Source: “Color Historic Buffalo” by Josh Rakower M.E., M.L.S.

Download it here: 

 

 

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