We have gone crazy for Berroco “Sundae.” This amazing, superbulky yarn is half wool and half acrylic, which makes it lighter weight. The colors are all beautifully heathered and have just a touch of sheen. It is deliciously soft and we can barely keep it in stock. We just got an order in and another is on the way. One skein makes the amazing ribbed hat “Erich’s A&F Knockoff Hat,” found on Ravelry. You can make this hat in less than two hours, which means Santa’s elves can still finish several before the holidays. Or, make the Berroco cowl pattern using four skeins and two big buttons….the height of fashion, softness that can’t be beat. Come see our samples.

Speaking of bulky yarns, whip up an incredibly stylish cabled shrug from Classic Elite’s book Snow Day. It is knit on #17 needles and knits up in no time. Ginger is making one, I am on my second and Carmel is on her third! They are great gifts because the style looks great on all shapes and sizes, but one size fits all. The cabling is a bit more complicated, creating a shifting horseshoe look, but is easier than you think. If you want help, we are even offering a four-hour workshop. See the class schedules for details.

On a smaller gauge, I am in love with Willow Tweed from Louisa Harding. Of all things, I’m using it to make the Whirligig baby shrug from Interweave Knits Weekend issue. Alpaca, wool, and silk on a #6 needle, combined with a tweedy fleck, make this yarn irresistible. If worsted is your thing, Louisa’s “Thistle” is to die for. Come see the “Clemence” lace cowl I made with it and you’ll see why I am addicted. By the way, one ball of thistle makes the cowl!

For those of you who have long been hooked on our Blue Heron “Rayon Metallic,” you wish has come true:  new colors have arrived!  Our favorite project with this yarn is still “Clapotis” from knitty.com, and most of us have made more than one color.  You may want to follow Ginger’s lead and use if for an entrelac scarf!  In any event, new colors include a solid silver, and almost solid cream, bright berry, denim blues, olive greens, an awesome bricky red and a fabulous blue/purple combination.  Hurry...they’re flying out the door as we speak.

From the accessories category, what can we say:  Addi Click needle sets are in.  They have been so popular that it took months to get our first shipment.  We only have five sets left, so if you’vee put them on your Wish List, give the elves a nudge, ok?  If it’s regular needles you need to organize, we are happy to be the only Seattle yarn shop carrying beautiful one-of-a-kind needle cases from Yours By Design.  Kathy Schreiman makes these from recycled wool sweaters which she felts and then forms into different sized cases, all lined with vintage fabrics and divided to hold your needles and hooks.  They all uniquely embellished with felted or crocheted flowers or big, funky buttons.  

When it comes to knitting bags, you’ll love the Namaste styles we have in stock.  Zuma is a medium sized bag, and Hermosa is a bigger tote size.  Both can double as a purse or “everything” bag so you have everything from keys to knitting to cell phone always with you, all the time.  On a smaller scale, check out the little Buddy Case, which is an ingenious design for holding smaller notions.  It’s “hard case” exterior unsnaps to reveal two storage sections which are magnetized to help hold small scissors or darning needles in place.  These are so cute, I even want one just to put my jewelry in when I travel.  At $14.95, they are a fabulous gift for any knitter on your list.

As you can see, the fun just keeps rolling in.  I will force myself to stop trying to tell you about everything here because the good news is that you can now...

Become a Fan of So Much Yarn

Yes….it’s true!  So Much Yarn finally has a Facebook page.  Visit us now and become a Fan.  As you all know, I am hopelessly resistant to anything “techno,” but I am finally convinced.  I even got a new phone so taking pictures and uploading messages directly to Facebook will be a snap (or so They tell me).  I can even text message now.  It does seem pretty easy….you heard me say it.  I love that I can now keep in touch with any of you who so desire, with quick little messages about new yarn arrivals, special sales, favorite projects, or maybe even just pictures of Angus and Fiona! 

 The Annual Inventory Clearance Sale

It just wouldn’t be a New Year Celebration without our favorite tradition:  the legendary Inventory Clearance Sale.  This year, the date will be Saturday, January 2nd (so be careful how much liquid celebrating you do).  As usual, the sale begins at 9:00 a.m. and applies to ALL YARN.  The discount on yarn will be 30% from 9:00-11:00 a.m.; 25% from 11:01 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and 20% the rest of the day.  Come with plenty of time and an attitude of playfulness, and have a great time stocking up for New Year projects.  Sale applies to stock on hand only.  Remember, no returns on sale merchandise, and this is the one day of the year we do not punch your Customer Appreciation Card.