Hello!
Where did July go, here it is near the end of the month and this
newsletter is a bit late. As a result this issue will span August
to October. Good news, there are two specials this issue. Actually
Marie and I know where part of July went, we became first time
grandparents with the arrival of Cole. For those of you who have
been blessed I’m sure that is enough said.
Focus is now on stocking up for all your Fall weaving and knitting
needs, the orders are placed and will be here by the end of August.
Be sure to check out “What’s New and Coming”,
on Page two for all the latest.
Yarns Plus will be closed as of Wednesday August 15th reopening
on Monday the 27th.
Hope you enjoy the rest of the summer!
Don and Marie
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From the Distillery |
The District has been one humming place this year. The staging
set up for Luminato performances in June was unbelievable. This
city wide Festival of Arts and Creativity was a huge success and
I’m sure will be even bigger next year.
Complete details are available on the Distillery District website
- thedistillerydistrict.com.
| “Wrapped in Art”
An invitation to all textile artists. As part of
the city-wide Nuit Blanche events in Toronto in September,
MarieJosette will mount an exhibition of innovative, one-of-a-kind
shawls, capes and wraps. Let your imagination run wild!
The “Wrapped in Art” exhibition will be held
in the MarieJosette Wearable Art studio/gallery in the Distillery
District. The opening will be held on September 29th during
the Nuit Blanche celebrations.
Artists are asked to submit 3-5 digital images of the piece(s)
they intend to submit plus an entry fee of $25. Deadline
for submissions is August 17, 2007. For additional information
visit; info@mariejosette.com
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When you visit the Distillery District be sure to drop into Studio
105, Case Goods Building, 55 Mill Street, Toronto. Wednesday—Sunday
noon to 5 p.m.
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Knitting with Tencel
Marie has been sampling with Tencel for knitting, both with our
2/10 and 2/5 weights.
There
is an image of a lace scarf knit with our 2/10 tencel in
the “Tangerine” colour combo
in the knit gallery. Recently Marie also tried knitting
another lace scarf, this time with the 2/5 weight and using
#5 needles. She used the “English Garden” colour
mix this time around and loved the result.
Here is another knit sample, again using “English
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Marie tried knitting with the Tencel doubled and also single strands
and liked both results. Your choice of method would, of course,
depend on the final use for your knit project. Doubled, the knit
fabric would make a lovely camisole or short cardigan for spring/summer.
With this particular piece, finished with the knit baubles,
Marie envisioned wonderful lacey sleeves for that special top/jacket
with the baubles finishing the sleeves at the wrist. Marie is
planning to enlarge her sample so it will become a decorative
window panel for her studio, approximately 15” in width.
She enjoys mixing up the knit stitches and using a variety of
different stitches within one piece. Stitches such as the drop
stitch, the yarn over stitch, seed stitch, moss stitch and the
ever faithful garter and stockinette stitches were all worked
into the original sample and will be used again in the final panel.
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Details for knit Camisole
can be found on Page 88 Knit ‘n Style June 2007, Issue
149.
Details for knit top can be found on Page 75 Knit ‘n
Style June 2007, Issue 149 |
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Marie also knit with a solid colour cotton
yarn together with some hand-painted tencel which gave the
knit fabric some sparkling highlights that really brightened
the look.
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For all the weavers out there, Marie suggests considering a Tencel
knit lace collar on a woven piece or beautiful knit lacey sleeves
as mentioned above. Think about combining some knit areas in your
next woven creation. A real show stopper would be a lovely woven
top that surprises with a lacey knit back. The possibilities go
on and on.
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What's New &
Coming!
2/5 Variegated Hand Painted Tencel
This new line announced in the last issue is now in stock with
skeins available in all eleven colorways for immediate shipment.
This yarn is an ideal weight for many knitting and weaving projects.
2/5 Undyed Tencel
When we created the hand painted skeins in 2/5 we wiped out the
2/5 undyed inventory on hand. A new order is to arrive from the
mill in early August.
3/5 Tencel
When the 2/5 Tencel was ordered I asked the mill if they could
run some 3/5 at the same time. They agreed it could be done so
we will be receiving it with our order. Marie wants to test it
for hand painting in skeins. Hopefully it will meet our expectations
and answer the call for a heavier weight Tencel. Stay tuned for
an update.
2/10 Mill Dyed Tencel
On the way is stock of Tussah and Indigo in 2/10 Tencel. These
two colors have been out of stock for some months. As soon as
the supplier’s dye house has them ready they’ll be
shipped.
1450 Mill Dyed Rayon Chenille
Linda just completed new shade cards for the 1450 Rayon Chenille
line. Three new colours have been added, Red which is a truly
vibrant Red, Chamois best described as a greyed beige and Mocha
a rich mid brown. Lime has been discontinued.
Shade Card Sets ….Back in Stock
With all the changes that occur in stock availability
it always seems we are out of some shade cards or another. As
of now we have them all and they are all current. The complete
set of eight cards is just $10.00 postage included. Individual
cards can be ordered at $1.50 each.
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may just have it?
When we buy mill end lots of rayon chenille we often end
up with smaller quantities of some colors. When the quantity
of a color on a shade card gets low we may drop it from
the card but still have stock. One of these colors may be
just what you need for a project. Just call, we’ll
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August/October
Specials
4 ply Rayon—25% off!
1200 yd/lb 4 ply Rayon only $9.00 a pound.
We introduced this popular 4 ply Rayon back in 2003.
It has a great twist that gives it a super feel. Ideal on it’s
own or mixed with other yarns if you want to add some bulk . Now
is your chance to stock up at this fantastic price!
Sale Extended to October 31st, 2007
Annual Dyed Rayon Chenille Sale—20% off our regular
price on all colors, 1300/1450 and 2000 yd./lb.
Regular $28.00 a lb.. Now only $22.00 a lb.!
We have extended our Annual Dyed Rayon Chenille sale
till October 31st! Now is the time to stock up on Rayon Chenille
for your fall weaving and knitting projects. Every color in every
weight of mill dyed rayon Chenille in stock, including black,
is on sale!
Conveniently done up on one pound tubes we have 30 colors in
1300/1450 yd/lb and ten in 2000 yd/lb in stock ready to ship.
Don’t miss this special, order early for best
selection as the inventory of some colors is limited !
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Shows we will
be attending in 2007….
- September 15, 2007, Five Counties Seminar,
“Keeping Traditions Alive”
Rivergrove Community Centre, Mississauga , ON
- October 13, 2007, OHS Central Region Seminar,
"Celebrate the World in Fibre!",
Neilson Park Creative Centre, Toronto (Etobicoke), ON
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Customer Satisfaction
Guarantee
As mail order specialists we fully understand the apprehension
to purchase yarn sight unseen. If you are planning a project and
feel our yarn may be suitable we’ll be glad to send a reeling
of any yarns you may want to order so you can be sure they are
right for you. Just call toll free 1-877-448-4544.
If you buy yarn from us and discover it is not exactly what you
wanted for your project we’ll take it back. We want you
to be happy with your Yarns Plus purchase. To make it absolutely
risk free we are happy to exchange an item or give a refund. We'll
even pay the return postage. Just call!
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A Little Pearl…..
“Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely.”
Auguste Rodin
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