Nifty needle arts & super knitting connections

It's events central this year...and yes I just posted about events yesterday, but I can't help myself.  Please indulge me...

Rocky Mountain Sew Expo - Feb 3-5 in Denver, CO
Near Denver?  Many of you knit and sew, quilt, embroider, etc.  If you're like me, you just really love all the new fabrics and needlearts. Do you drool over lush threads, colors, fabrics and accessories? This event is definitely for you.

Now I know you're thinking...did she say sewing?  That's not knitting!  Would I disappoint the knitters? - naaah

Knitter's Connection is back in 2011 with all the delicious fibers, vendors, classes and soooo much more.  Get the scoop and start making plans to visit Columbus, OH June 15-18, 2011.  It's air-conditioned, roomy and always well organized. Great classes and the market is to die for.  Did I just say that?  Wow, I must be super excited.

I just love needlearts.
Margaret (wonder, dream, and anticipate- all good)



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Is that you going into your new knitting year turbo style?

Lacy Cocoon Kit - Green at KnitPicks

New kits from Knit Picks! Yay - take a look....

Knit Pick New Kits

I really have my eye on Lacy Cocoon Kit - Grey.  It also comes in green!

LionBrand Patterns for 2011!  New patterns await your needles and hooks from the friendly folks at Lion Brand.com.

Felted Loops Pillows and Big Stitch Pillow- Love, love these for the home or dorm.
Car Blanket- handy, and beautiful.
Samples Scarf - a great project to hown your skills.
4th of July Pot Holders (early, I know, but it will be here before you know it)
Storybook Baby Hoodie and a sweet Baby Sweater Dress- Alright!
Caramel Tweed Shawl - absolutely dreamy.
Heart Pillow just in time to make for Feb. 14th!

There are quite a few new patterns to choose from so take a little time to puruse the site for projects utilizing their search option and you will love-love, too! 

I see projects galore for you in 2011.Grab your goggles, fire up your needles and hooks and get ready to blast into the new year with knitting and crochet gusto.

Margaret (Wow! Some of you are turbo already.)

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