Bumble Up Scarf

Wow that was fast.

Pattern: Bumble Up Scarf (Ravelry Link)
Yarn: Spud & Chloe Outer in Soapstone & Flannel
Size 11 circs
1 fabu button!

I cannot tell you how much I wanted to make this scarf since I first saw the cute tease cards that Spud & Chloe sent to Patricia's. I love just the look of the honeycomb stitch, and its unbelievably SUPER easy. (I really mean it this time! Really!)

On top of it all it was superfast to knit up. I started this scarf yesterday afternoon at around 3pm, took it with me to happy hour and finished it this afternoon. The yarn is soft and shed only a little bit. I would so use this again for another scarf and maybe a matching hat.

Time to pump the AC in my apartment so I can wear this around for a while before I have to store it for the winter.

This weekend is a Spud & Chloe celebration at Patricia's Yarns! Come on by to test the yarn, view this gorgeous scarf and maybe take some yarn home for your own.

Happy Knitting!
Margaux

All good things must come to an end...

But this one doesn't really end because the fun is just beginning! We are so excited about this 2009 TNNA show. We are coming home to 'Jersey' shortly very excited about some new purchases. We have ordered more Koigu than ever, acquired 2 new yarn lines, spent a great time with friends while making new ones & are enjoying a pre-flight vino ready to return to Hoboken.

We look forward to showing you all our 'shwag' as well as sharing stories from the trip. Hope you have enjoyed reading our updates as much as we enjoyed doing them! See you Tuesday!

Sweet dreams,
Patricia & Margaux

Day Three

We are sitting in the Drury with our favorite sales rep (Rowan, Manos, Misti, Fibre Company), Antonia, thinking about the great day we had at the show. We are pooped from all the knit excitement!

Above isone of our signed books, Vintage Baby Knits, a note pad from Blue Sky, a skein of superior & our ring for ordering Mac & Me. It is so fun seeing friends!

It all started at Lorna's Laces. We beelined right over to our favorite yarn line to put in an order for the fall. A few color choices later and we were feeling mission accomplished and it was only 10:30am!

Our next stop was at the Fibre Company and we got to meet Kate and Courtney the distributors. You know them best as the distributors for our "crack" yarn, Road to China. Kate has some great designs that are showcased on their website and a popular pattern coming out in the Fall Knitscene. (Margaux's pretty excited about that one!)

We got to see so many great knit designers and industry influencers including Veronik Avery, Norah Gaughn, Kate Gilbert(Twist Collective), Teva Durham and Stacey Charles (Takhi Stacey Charles).

From our book distributor we got a few great books to show you including one that we believe was made with us in mind called Pints and Purls. How can you not love a pattern book that has drunken knits!? We also were particularly excited about the Vintage Baby knits book which Margaux can't stop looking at.

We also got to stop at the Mac & Me booth and see the great new designs by Leslie Scanlon. Patricia enjoyed the new Mac&Me patterns as well as Margaux modeling some of the garments - especially the bling we got for our new fall order!!

Another new yarn that we are excited to bring to you is Aslan Fibers. This great wool is soft and has a beautiful palette of colors.

Our last stop was at Blue Sky and their new line, Spud & Chloe! The new line is fantastic and we cannot wait to get it in for you to enjoy. It's such a great line that even Margaux forgot her inner monologue and exclaimed for joy as our order was being made. It caught the Blue Sky rep a little off guard but she said it was understandable ;).

We snapped a few photos from the Rowan booth,
The actual new magazine, number 46, which we will have to wait to receive along with the ball of Lima & an image from the Lima Collection.

The cover image from their new book the Lima Collection with a ball of it which we are very excited about.

Getting ready to head out for dinner with Beth & Michael from Lorna's, Antonia, Craig & Mark from Loop & the two of us! All in all a great knitting day! We cannot believe we have to leave tomorrow.

The Friday re-cap!

Margaux made it in after a few delays out of Newark & we enjoyed a delicious lunch & coffee at North Market.
It might not look like much but inside that building is every type of food we could ever desire that we can always find in our fantastic home base of Hoboken. Although, they do have one thing we don't... Jennis....


Classes went well in the afternoon and then it was on to the fashion show. The show was full of interesting finished garments as well as accessories that were very fun to see. We were very pleased by some of the new garments from Blue Sky Alpacas & Spud + Chloe.

This image from the screen of the fashion show is one of the new 'sweater' weight designs from Spud & Chloe.

Due to the nature of the show photography was difficult... but there were new designs that were very inspiring & we hope to have a better look tomorrow during the actual market.

After the show we had dinner with Craig, Mark, Antonia & Carol which was very fun as expected.

Currently, no surprise, Margaux & I are sharing some vino at Bar 23 where we have some free wireless as well as free entertainment before the nights end.

Hope to bring you more fun tomorrow!
Sweet dreams!
mwah

Welcome to Ohio

Early this overcast morning Riley went to the sitters & I took a cab to Newark for a direct flight to Ohio.It was a fine quick flight through the clouds.

And then I wasn't in Newark anymore.... welcome to Ohio!!

Heather, Adams cousin, picked me up from the airport and we went for a bite to eat, then headed to the hotel. I got a little settled in & then it was time to head to registration. On our way we passed the "Great Wall of Yarn" which has some favorites and some yarns we just have never seen the likes of before.
This was a traditional wool, about a worsted weight but it had these faux gold strands of chain attached to it so they dangled off the knitting - I have never before seen anything like it but that is why I come to this show! To see new things ;)

Then we noticed a new yarn from Rowan called Lima which I have ordered & look forward to receiving in the fall. I thought they put together a cute display.

Tomorrow I will be taking a new class from Cat Bordhi, Margaux arrives (YAY) and then we have a few events in the early evening including the fashion show which is always fun. Looking forward to updating you tomorrow! Have a great day!

Yarn-palooza Eve

Thursday morning I will be leaving New Jersey & flying to Columbus, Ohio for what some are calling yarn-palooza.

Imagine if you will a huge place much like the Javits Center with row after row of booths, filled with different kinds of yarns as far as your knit eyes can see! Knitting inspiration everywhere. It doesn't look like much but it will be full of fun this weekend!!!

One of my goals this weekend is to check out our old favorites and see what new things I can bring to you and hopefully find something new for the both of us!

Another goal will to be to taste as many Jeni's flavors as possible! I'm sure Margaux will help!

While there I will also be taking a few classes, viewing all the vendors yarn, and updating the blog daily to let you know how the show is going! So check back & see what we've been up to!

Malabrigo....

Malabrigo has arrived!! This new shipment is full of a gorgeous array of colors sure to satisfy any knitter.

It is the softest handspun, hand dye merino that is perfect for your new sweater for fall or to work up the first on your list of... holiday gifts! (Yes, really!)

What a great winter yarn to work with in the summer. Stop by & check it out!

Mother Bear Project Update

Delivery of completed mother bears has begun which is a really fun part of the charity knitting event. It is so exciting to see how the finished bears all have unique features reflective of the knitter. Each bear is unique & will bring such happiness to a child.


Mother Bear Project appreciates our efforts towards helping to bring comfort to children. Below is a map of where many of the bears go:


Keep up the knitting energy to get through the last stitches & seams! If you need inspiration come by the shop to see some of the finished bears in person!

Pizza, Wine and Mother Bear - a winning Trifecta!

Fourteen knitters represented on Monday May 4th for an evening of knitting, pizza & drinks at Grimaldi's Pizza. We were so excited that this event was once again sold out and we soon would be sending another great shipment of bears!

After a long cold winter it was nice to get out of the shop and meet friends and customers for the event.



Doing a charity knit night is so much fun and is a way for us to really connect with our customers.



We look forward to having more wonderful nights like this one! Thank you to Grimaldi's for once again helping us host such an excellent night!

Something borrowed...

In the fall, a new semester began at Stevens University which brought us a new friend to the shop, Kirsten from Norway. A voracious knitter & engineer, she found herself in Hoboken to study for the year and quickly found her LYS, us. We are so lucky she did.

We always loved when Kirsten would stop in and knit a bit with us, each time with a handmade knit being adorned. Above, wearing the beautiful Whisper Cardigan in Koigu, she is a beautiful and great knitter. She is friendly, likeable and soon became a shop favorite. She has made some really wonderful knits and we were always in awe of her pattern/yarn combinations.

Sadly for us, but happy for her, her semester came to an end & she has flown home to Norway. We loved how she inspired us with her knitting and became such a great a great friend.

Kirsten, know you always have a home here at Patricia's Yarns. We'll miss you and know we will always think of you and keep track of your knit adventures via Ravelry.

We know you'll always keep on knitting and hope you visit us again soon!

Happy Earth Day

The timing of this new arrival couldn't be more perfect for Earth Day. Rachel, a resident of Hoboken & a knitter, has designed this bag under her own label, bloom.


Patricia's Yarns is proud to carry these beautiful and original bags. Bloom bags are made in the USA out of 80% recycled cotton & 20% soda bottles - just in time for Earth Day - come by and check them out!

New Notions for Spring

Recently two packages arrived, one from Della Q bringing us some needle cases in new colors for spring as well as a breast cancer awareness case to help raise funds towards awareness and treatment.
Della Q introduced a new line of heavy cotton drawstring project bags which we have in all 3 available patterns! What a great accessory to carry your project around in - check them out below:
We are thrilled to have received buttons from One World Buttons. These are beautiful buttons from found wood which are then hand crafted by artisans into unique & beautiful one of a kind treasures.
The photo gives you an idea as to the beauty these natural buttons possess, sure to enhance any knit or crochet project. Stop in to see these and other new items arriving daily!

Mother Bear Project

The Mother Bear Project is a charity that melted my heart a few years ago & I hope that it warms yours as well. It is an organization that collects & distributes hand knit bears to children affected by HIV/AIDS in emerging nations. To date over 38,000 bears have been donated towards this loving cause.

To help this effort Patricia's Yarns will be hosting their 2nd Bear Knit In at Grimaldi's Pizza on Monday May 4th from 6-9 PM. If you would like to participate, please sign up at the shop to register & save your seat as space is limited!

Cost: $20
Date: Monday May 4th
Time: 6-9
Location: Grimaldi's Pizza, 133 Clinton St. @ 2nd

Spring has Sprung

Mother nature keeps tempting us with the sporatic nice weather it feels like spring is right around the corner. Perfect timing as all the spring & summer yarns have arrived! The shelves are full of lovely summer yarns made from organic cotton, linen & silk perfect for a great shrug, shawl or summer cardigan.

The new Rowan Magazine #45 is here and full of gorgeous projects for the seasons ahead.

Rowan has brought out a new yarn for the season, Lenpur Linen which is complete with a pattern book the Lenpur Linen Collection by Sarah Hatton.


This collection is full 13 fantastic patterns for summer including shrugs, cardigans, a tunic dress & more! It is a beautiful book for an attractive yarn with a very vibrant color palette.

The Rowan Classic Collection has brought us a summer Rowan Classic Family featuring a very family friendly cotton yarn Cotton Jeans that is machine washable. The yarn colors are marled & heathered creating a very great look for knits.


Come in and see all the other new yarns in their luscious colors for some inspiration for a new project!

Jordana Paige Trunk Show

Jordana Paige is a fantastic knitter & bag designer! She started designing bags 7 years ago as a freshman in college because she wanted a stylish bag for her knitting. We are pleased to be showcasing the full line during this trunk show.

Her newest bag, Rio is a gorgeous addition to the line:
It is a beautiful bag perfect for holding all your knitting essentials as well as wallet, phone, etc. Come by soon to see the entire Jordana Paige line for yourself! We have the entire line for you to check out from the Knitters Messenger Bag to Rio.

Heidi's First Project

Heidi began beginners knitting on Feb 3rd. Two weeks later she was ready to take on a project & wanted to do some knitting for the babies her friends & family are having in the coming weeks. Tuesday night she left knitting away on her first project & Wednesday she came in to do the finishing touches.


This past week her sister had a little girl & Heidi came in to show off her second finished baby hat!

What a good Aunt! Monogrammed even! The hats were knit out of Baby Night, a fantastic 100% merino wool yarn that is machine washable. Well done Heidi!

... nothing but blue skies....

We interrupt this winter for something everyone needs more of... blue skies! Blue Sky Alpacas sent us eight beautiful knits for the first Patricia's Yarns trunk show of 2009. Baby sweaters to adult sweaters and accessories in between they are all made from soft yarns in great colors to provide the perfect inspiration for spring!

The Girls Sundress is a fantastic dress to grow with knit in the softest Blue Sky Cotton. It has a wide range of sizes as well, from 6 months to 3T.


For the new baby coming this spring we have the Baby Cardigan which is adorable & unisex when knit in the Organic Handspun Cotton - perfect for the family that doesn't know if their baby on the way is a boy or girl!


However, if they do know the gender or it would be a perfect knit for a little one in your life a gender specific version would be great in the Skinny Cotton which we have in many beautiful colors:

Finally, a shop favorite that is a very pure pattern and truly is an heirloom, the Eyelet Baby Blanket knit out of the Hand Dye Worsted from Blue Sky. It is so soft & luxurious it begs to be cuddled.


Come by and see what else we have to show! Be inspired for knitting something soft for yourself or someone you love.

A walk in the woods

Monday was a day off for most so Adam, Riley & I went for a walk in the woods at Eagle Rock Reservation. It was a crisp winter day but we looked forward to getting out of Hoboken for the afternoon. I didn't bring my knitting but knitting kind of found me. We came across this little gnome perched in a tree wearing a knit red hat! I had to snap a photo & share it as it was too cute!

Happy Smitten!

In the spirit of Valentines day we came across Smitten provided by Cocoknits. It is a mitten designed for holding hands with whomever you are 'smitten' with. We knit it out of Rowan Big Wool in color 48 - Lichen.

It is a very cute gift for your sweetheart to show you care throughout the year.
Happy Valentines Day.
P&R

Boutique Knits Argyle Lace Hat

Interweave publishes some of the best books out there and Boutique Knits by Laura Irwin is one of our favorites.
There are so many cute accessories in this book it can be hard to choose but the Argyle Lace hat matched up with the Road to China Light perfectly & resulted in a wonderfully light & warm winter hat!


The pattern is very unique fun knit that comes together quickly - easily a weekend knit.