Made from birch hardwood and laser etched, this little tool allows spinners and knitters to measure the wraps per inch...
(12/06/11) Made from birch hardwood and laser etched, this little tool allows spinners and knitters to measure the wraps per inch of their yarn. Spinners can make sure they are spinning consistently; both knitters and spinners can easily compare yarns and exchange. Kit includes a card with directions and yarn classification chart.See less
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Description: Features black fabric on one side and white fabric on the other - allows the spinner to see their fiber in...
(12/06/11) Description: Features black fabric on one side and white fabric on the other - allows the spinner to see their fiber in the drafting zone while they spin. Use dark side for light colored fibers and light side for dark colored fibers.See less
These hand-blended batts from Hanks in the Hood mix luxurious fibers and colors so you can create beautiful, complex...
(11/21/11) These hand-blended batts from Hanks in the Hood mix luxurious fibers and colors so you can create beautiful, complex hand spun yarn. Colorways developed exclusively for Knit Picks. Each batt contains approximately 4 ounces of blended fiber in lush colors. FIBER CONTENT: 100% Merino: The Pearl District 75% merino, 25% bamboo with sparkle: Hood River Trillium Lake Bainbridge Island 50% merino, 50% bamboo: Forks Pike Place Market 25% merino, 75% bamboo: Vancouver Gasworks ParkSee less
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The Kromski regular bobbins allow you to store a good amount of yarn; about 50% more than many other regular bobbins...
(11/21/11) The Kromski regular bobbins allow you to store a good amount of yarn; about 50% more than many other regular bobbins from other manufacturers. (approx 5 ounces) Sorry, no Canada shipmentsSee less
Content: 75% Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Nylon Weight: Fingering Weight Knitting Gauge: 7 - 8 sts = 1" on #1 - 3 needles...
(11/21/11) Content: 75% Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Nylon Weight: Fingering Weight Knitting Gauge: 7 - 8 sts = 1" on #1 - 3 needles (2.25mm-3.25mm) Crochet Gauge: 21 – 32 sc = 4'' on B - E hooks (2.25mm-3.5mm) Amount: 231 yards/50 gram ball Care: Machine Washable/Tumble Dry Low A super-soft, affordable, washable treat for your feet. The rich solid colors of this high-grade Merino wool and nylon blend show off texture, lace and cables without distraction. Warm, cushy and versatile, this yarn is wonderful to have in your stash when sock inspiration strikes. Ideal for gift socks since the recipient does not need to worry about special care instructions. Perfect for babies' and children's detailed color work garments. For best machine wash results, turn the socks inside out and wash in cold water on a delicate cycle.See less
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Of course the waves of color are what first catch your eye. But, the beauty is more than skin deep. The layers of...
(11/21/11) Of course the waves of color are what first catch your eye. But, the beauty is more than skin deep. The layers of laminated birch give the needles a strength that is missing in regular wooden needles. The stability allowed us to shape sharp points- particularly nice for lace knitting. It also made small sizes more durable and resistant to breakage. Being wood, the burnished surface has a slight grip so slick yarns like mohair and angora don’t slip off at the wrong time. This quality also makes them an excellent choice for beginning knitters, who often have trouble keeping stitches on the needles. The metric sizing system is more precise than the US sizing system. We offer two US size 1 - equivalent to 2.25mm and 2.50mm and two US size 2 - equivalent to 2.75mm and 3.00mm.The 16 needle tips are 3 3/8 inches long, allowing for an easily formed complete circle for small circumference knitting. The 24, 32, 40 and 47 needle tips are 5 1/8 inches long. Since our cable is super flexible, the...See less
Slide a tag on your cable to mark your needle size when you take the needle tips to use in another project. Tags are...
(11/21/11) Slide a tag on your cable to mark your needle size when you take the needle tips to use in another project. Tags are marked in both US and millimeter sizes. Set of 12, for US sizes 4-17.See less
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Content: 70% Fine Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Nylon, 5% Stellina Weight: Fingering Weight Knitting Gauge: 7-8 sts = 1 on...
(11/21/11) Content: 70% Fine Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Nylon, 5% Stellina Weight: Fingering Weight Knitting Gauge: 7-8 sts = 1 on #1-3 needles (2.25mm - 3.25mm) Crochet Gauge: 21 – 32 sc = 4'' on B - E hooks (2.25mm-3.5mm) Amount: 231 yards/50 gram Ball Care: Machine Wash/ Tumble Dry Add a touch of glamour to any project with Stroll Glimmer! Available in a fun range of colors, fine strands of shimmering Stellina are spun together with superwash Merino for softness and nylon for added strength. A subtle sparkle lets you dress up everything from socks to shawls, scarves and mitts while your choice of rich, solid colors make cables, lace and textures really stand out. Stroll Glimmer is also machine washable, letting you spread glittering cheer to friends and family without the worry of special care instructions.See less
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Content: 50% Merino Wool 25% Superfine Alpaca, 25% Nylon Weight: Fingering Weight Knitting Gauge: 7 - 8 sts = 1 on # 1-3...
(11/21/11) Content: 50% Merino Wool 25% Superfine Alpaca, 25% Nylon Weight: Fingering Weight Knitting Gauge: 7 - 8 sts = 1 on # 1-3 needles (2.25mm-3.25mm) Crochet Gauge: 21 – 32 sc = 4'' on B - E hooks (2.25mm-3.5mm) Amount: 219 yards/50 gram hank Care: Hand Wash/Dry Flat This hand-painted 2-ply fingering weight yarn brings together the luxury and warmth of superfine alpaca with the squishy softness of Merino wool. Each hand-painted hank has at least 5 colors. The handmade nature of the yarn means there are no dye lots. The color patterning will vary depending on your gauge and project construction. Imagination is wonderful for so many projects beyond socks - envied scarves, soft gloves or mittens and cuddly knits for your favorite baby.See less
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In his book, Robert C. O'Brien called his brave widow mouse "Mrs. Frisby," but Disney escapee animator Don Bluth must...
(11/21/11) In his book, Robert C. O'Brien called his brave widow mouse "Mrs. Frisby," but Disney escapee animator Don Bluth must have thought kids would laugh the wrong way at that. They renamed her "Mrs. Brisby" for NIMH. That acronym stands for the National Institute of Mental Health, and the rats that live near Mrs. Brisby came from NIMH--they have strange ways. But they're the only ones who can save her house and her children, so Brisby seeks them out with the help of a humorous crow (Dom DeLuise). The magic gets laid on a little thick but this is Don Bluth's most successful attempt to achieve a complete, sincere, animated film. It's often forgotten, but it's a true surprise and a rare treat in the vast wasteland of insubstantial children's fare. --Keith SimantonSee less
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Dudley does right! Dudley Moore is Arthur, the irrepressible, irresponsible playboy who faces marriage to a woman he...
(11/21/11) Dudley does right! Dudley Moore is Arthur, the irrepressible, irresponsible playboy who faces marriage to a woman he detests to keep his fortuneÂ…and then meets the right woman (Liza Minnelli) from the wrong side of the tracks. John Gielgud won an Academy Award® (1981's Best Supporting Actor) as Arthur's acerbic valet. "I'll alert the media," he says when Arthur announces his intention to take a bath. The title tune also won Oscar® gold for Original Song. A business deal bilks Arthur out of his fortune and he must (egad!) get a job in the sequel Arthur 2 on the Rocks. But laughs are still the common currency as Moore, Minnelli and Gielgud return. Enjoy!See less
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Jim Henson's fantasy epic The Dark Crystal doesn't take place a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, but like Star...
(11/21/11) Jim Henson's fantasy epic The Dark Crystal doesn't take place a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, but like Star Wars it takes the audience to a place that exists only in the imagination and, for an hour and a half, on the screen. Recalling the worlds of J.R.R. Tolkien, Henson tells the story of a race of grotesque birdlike lizards called the Skeksis, gnomish dragons who rule their fantastic planet with an iron claw. A prophecy tells of a Gelfling (a small elfin being) who will topple their empire, so in their reign of terror they have exterminated the race, or so they think. The orphan Jen, raised in solitude by a race of peace-loving wizards called the Mystics, embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of the Dark Crystal (which gives the Skeksis their power) and restore the balance of the universe. Henson and codirector Frank Oz have pushed puppetry into a new direction: traditional puppets, marionettes, giant bodysuits, and mechanical constructions are mixed seamlessly in...See less
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In a small woodsy Oregon town, a group of friends--sensitive Gordie (Wil Wheaton), tough guy Chris (River Phoenix),...
(11/21/11) In a small woodsy Oregon town, a group of friends--sensitive Gordie (Wil Wheaton), tough guy Chris (River Phoenix), flamboyant Teddy (Corey Feldman), and scaredy-cat Vern (Jerry O'Connell)--are in search of a missing teenager's body. Wanting to be heroes in each other's and their hometown's eyes, they set out on an unforgettable two-day trek that turns into an odyssey of self-discovery. They sneak smokes, tell tall tales, cuss 'cause it's cool and band together when the going gets tough. When they encounter the town's knife-wielding hoods who are also after the body, the boys discover a strength they never knew they had. Stand By Me is a rare and special film about friendship and the indelible experiences of growing up. Filled with humor and suspense, Stand By Me is based on the novella 'The Body' by Stephen King.See less
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Like a pumpkin that transforms into a carriage, some very shrewd casting (and the charisma of Julia Roberts, in...
(11/21/11) Like a pumpkin that transforms into a carriage, some very shrewd casting (and the charisma of Julia Roberts, in particular) morphed this story of a Hollywood whore into a Disneyfied Cinderella story--and a mainstream megahit. This is the movie that made Roberts a star; the charm of her personality helping tremendously to carry viewers over the rough spots in the script (which was originally a cynical tale about prostitution called 3000--after the amount of money Richard Gere's character pays the prostitute to stay with him for the week). Gere is the silver-haired Wall Street knight who sweeps streetwalker Roberts into a fantasy world of room service at the Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel and fashion boutique shopping on Rodeo Drive. The supporting cast is also appealing, including Laura San Giacomo as Roberts's hooker pal, Hector Elizondo as the hotel manager, Jason Alexander, Ralph Bellamy, and Hank Azaria. Now, is this something you want your sons and daughters to see? That's entirely...See less
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A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, a Jedi Kitchen Master created an epic breakfast to unleash the power of his...
(11/10/11) A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, a Jedi Kitchen Master created an epic breakfast to unleash the power of his Jedi Padawan. Using the Force™, he created three nonstick steel pancake molds in honor of the galactic star fighters of his heroes and villains: Jedi’s Knight’s X-Wing Fighter, Darth Vader’s™ Tie Fighter and Han Solo’s™ Millenium Flacon ™. * Set of three, one of each star fighter. * Easy-to-use molds. * Place them with their handles up on a preheated griddle then pour in your batter. * After the first side has set, remove the molds and flip the pancakes. * The handles fold down for storage. * Hand-wash; a nonstick coating makes them a snap to clean. * A Williams-Sonoma exclusive. © 2011 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved.See less
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More fun with Star Wars™ baking! This sequel to our first collection of Star Wars™ cookie cutters features Rebel and...
(11/10/11) More fun with Star Wars™ baking! This sequel to our first collection of Star Wars™ cookie cutters features Rebel and Imperial starships plus the Empire's legendary Death Star™ battle station. Even the youngest Padawan bakers will have fun creating a fleet of cookies to re-enact their favorite galactic battles. * Equipped with a spring-loaded stamp, the cutters are as swift and precise as lightsabers – and a lot easier to work with. * Use the edges to shape your cookie, then gently press the stamp into the dough to create imprinted detailing. * After baking, bring your spacecraft cookies to life with decorations – and let the adventure begin. * Set of four includes Millennium Falcon, Vader's TIE Fighter, X-wing Fighter and Death Star. * A Williams-Sonoma exclusive. © 2011 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved.See less
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, a Jedi master chef used the Force™ to create dynamic gear for the kitchen....
(11/10/11) A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, a Jedi master chef used the Force™ to create dynamic gear for the kitchen. These amazing tools, known as “cookie cutters,” had the power to transform ordinary cookie dough into a delectable cast of galactic characters. Even the youngest Padawan bakers will have fun creating a fleet of cookies to re-enact their favorite galactic battles. * Equipped with a spring-loaded stamp, the cutters are as swift and precise as lightsabers – and a lot easier to work with. * Use the edges to shape your cookie, then gently press the stamp into the dough to create imprinted detailing. * After baking, bring your spacecraft cookies to life with decorations – and let the adventure begin. * Set of four includes Darth Vader, Yoda, Boba Fett and stormtrooper. * A Williams-Sonoma exclusive. © 2011 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved.See less
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, a Jedi Kitchen Master used the Force to create three pancake molds in honor...
(11/10/11) A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, a Jedi Kitchen Master used the Force to create three pancake molds in honor of his favorite galactic hero and villains: Yoda, Darth Vader and a stormtrooper. Use these molds to add whimsy and fun to your next pancake breakfast. * Set of three Star Wars nonstick steel pancake molds in Yoda, Darth Vader and stormtrooper shapes. * Easy to use: place on a preheated griddle and pour in your batter; once the first side has set, remove the molds and flip the pancakes. * Handles facilitate lifting and fold down for storage. * A Williams-Sonoma exclusive. © 2011 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved.See less
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Fingering weight natural sock yarn, ready for dye
(11/10/11) Fingering weight natural sock yarn, ready for dyeSee less
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Fingering weight natural sock yarn, ready for dye, machine wash
(11/10/11) Fingering weight natural sock yarn, ready for dye, machine washSee less
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Plying is not an afterthought. It’s your gateway into the vast world of yarn design. Informed and skillful plying can...
(11/10/11) Plying is not an afterthought. It’s your gateway into the vast world of yarn design. Informed and skillful plying can make all the difference between “just another yarn” and “just the yarn you want.” In this engaging video, master spinner Judith MacKenzie presents not just the basics—how to hold your hands, where to put your kate—but an extensive adventure into the endless possibilities. You’ll learn: • How to make your equipment work for you, from yarn storage devices to pulley choices to optimum tensioning. • Different classes of yarn structure and how they affect the textiles you make from them. • How to best organize your hands (the best tools of all!) • How to avoid errors—and how to correct them when you need to. • How plying “errors” evolve into fascinating art yarns. • How to use your wheel to customize and enhance commercial yarns. • And several dozen additional intriguing side trips that will spur your creativity and make you a better spinner. And you’ll have fun learning!See less
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If you have ever wondered what the difference is between woolen and worsted spinning only to be confused by what you...
(11/10/11) If you have ever wondered what the difference is between woolen and worsted spinning only to be confused by what you found, then Drafting: The Long and Short of It is all you will need to have a clear grasp on each technique. Let Abby Franquemont address all of your questions and worries in this DVD. Having been a spinner since the age of five, Abby is a wealth of resources on all things spinning and will guide you through a wide range of drafting methods that will allow you to make the yarn that you want. With the help of Abby’s knowledge, you will learn to use a range of drafting methods, joins as well as when and how to use each. Techniques that are covered include: -the short forward draw -the backwards long draw -hybrid drafting methods -making good joins -spinning ergonomicsSee less
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Can’t find yarn in a color you like? Don’t worry, we have you covered with these colorfast dyes. They will brilliantly...
(11/10/11) Can’t find yarn in a color you like? Don’t worry, we have you covered with these colorfast dyes. They will brilliantly color any protein fiber (wool, alpaca, cashmere, silk) and nylon. Simply choose from our selection of Bare yarns and dye with one or several of the 27 colors shown. Try the Starter Set of 6 colors to experience a nice range of colors, or you can play with blending dyes to get a custom color. Each 1/2 oz. jar will dye approximately 2 lbs (900 grams) of fiber, depending on the depth of shade.Use our natural yarns and try dyeing for the first time by following the directions in our Kool-Aid® Dyeing Tutorial, Jacquard® Dye Tutorial. or our Gradated Dyeing Tutorial.Download the manufacturer's instructions to learn more about the process.We know it's obvious, but also worth repeating: Final color results may vary. (Sometimes surprises can be tremendously pleasing, but if you are not happy with the results, don't despair. Overdyeing can cover a multitude of mistakes!)See less
Imagine this: Maggie Casey, spinning teacher extraordinaire. Eunny Jang, deeply inquisitive knitting maven. A video...
(11/10/11) Imagine this: Maggie Casey, spinning teacher extraordinaire. Eunny Jang, deeply inquisitive knitting maven. A video studio with four cameras trained on their hands, their feet, their wheels, their wool, for a whole day, while Maggie teaches Eunny to spin. The end result: a two-DVD set that will take you from just wool to good yarn and beyond. All you need are these videos, some wool, and the wheel of your choice! You’ll learn: * How, when, and why to pre-draft your fiber * How to adjust your wheel so it will be your best friend * How to spin a good single yarn * How to ply and finish a good skein And that’s just the first disk! Then you will go on to: * Carding and combing * Spinning with a long draw * Spinning a worsted yarn * Spinning from the fold * Tackling exotic fibers from silk to cashmere to buffalo and beyond Voila! You’re a spinner!See less
This is a companion video to Abby Franquemont’s book Respect the Spindle. Learning to drop spindle? With this video, you...
(11/10/11) This is a companion video to Abby Franquemont’s book Respect the Spindle. Learning to drop spindle? With this video, you can have a one on one class with a spinning expert. While Respect the Spindle contains a wealth of information, sometimes it helps to actually see someone drop spindling in order to understand the technique. Abby will show you how to draft roving, spin your spindle, wind a cop, ply your yarn, and set it into yarn that is ready to knit! She has lots of tips to spin efficiently and to create a variety of yarns with your spindle.See less
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(11/10/11) Of course the waves of color are what first catch your eye. But, the beauty is more than skin deep. The layers of laminated birch give the needles a strength that is missing in regular wooden needles. The stability allowed us to shape sharp points- particularly nice for lace knitting. It also made small sizes more durable and resistant to breakage. Being wood, the burnished surface has a slight grip so slick yarns like mohair and angora don’t slip off at the wrong time. This quality also makes them an excellent choice for beginning knitters, who often have trouble keeping stitches on the needles. Available in US sizes 4-17. Set of two. Interchangeable cables are available in 24, 32, 40, 47 and 60 lengths. The Options Harmony Wood Interchangeable Needle Set includes sizes US 4 (3.50mm) through US 11 (8.00mm) plus two each of the 24 and 32 cables in a handy zippered clear case with pockets for needle tip storage. Or, view the entire Options Interchangeable Knitting Needle family.Learn...See less
Sock designer extraordinaire Cookie A. chronicles her love affair with sock knitting and explores different methods to...
(11/10/11) Sock designer extraordinaire Cookie A. chronicles her love affair with sock knitting and explores different methods to pattern socks by examining their underlying structure. Nineteen patterns ranging from simply chic to astonishingly intricate are arranged into three sections: columns, tessellations, and diagonals. Among the projects are arrowhead lace background, and Wedge, an ingenious use of garter stitch short rows and stockinette bands that will have you marveling at its simplicity. These rich and seemingly complex patterns are broken down step by step into bite-size components that are easy to digest. Illustrations, diagrams, and charts accompany each project, offering an invaluable guide for visual knitters.See less
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Overflowing with information on techniques, garment construction, technical illustrations and answers to thousands of...
(11/10/11) Overflowing with information on techniques, garment construction, technical illustrations and answers to thousands of questions just might make Knitopedia the most complete reference book ever published. Brought to you by the trusted editors at Vogue Knitting, Knitopedia is a comprehensive collection of knitting know-how arranged in the form of an encyclopedia - beginning with A for Abbreviations and ending on Z for Zipper. Using this encyclopedic approach, you will also find information and articles on knitting history and lore, designer interviews and ethnic traditions. Bountifully illustrated with color photographs, technical drawings, charts and patterns make this book a treasured addition to any beginner or advanced knitter?s library.See less
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Learn to unleash your inner knitter and make projects that are guaranteed to look good when you are finished. Divided...
(11/10/11) Learn to unleash your inner knitter and make projects that are guaranteed to look good when you are finished. Divided into 6 chapters, the first chapter starts out by teaching you what patterns are flattering to your own figure and what fits into your lifestyle. Chapter one also covers the basics of interpreting a pattern, especially a schematic, so you can really see what the garment is going to look like and how it is going to fit. You will also get helpful tips on taking your measurements and how to create your very own dress form. Several chapters dedicated to patterns follow: top-down raglan sweaters, top-down set-in sleeves sweaters, bottom-up round-yoke sweaters, and patterns to design on the fly. The patterns come in a wide range of sizes from x-small to 3x. Each pattern also offers ideas to get you started customizing the project to fit your own lifestyle. The designing on the fly chapter features very simple patterns created by using existing favorite garments or simple...See less
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