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Final Closure …

[Translate] Well, after over 20 years of providing buttons for locals and travelers from around the world, Colleen of Button Button, is retiring and looking to sell her store. It has been an incredible experience for Colleen and it would be impossible to name her experiences and friendships created in the last 2 decades, but it’s time for her to begin the next chapter in her life. As a result it is a bittersweet decision for her sell the store. Ideally she would like to find someone who also has a passion for buttons and people and is able […]

That time of year ….

[Translate] This is the time of year that most people refer to as the “Dog Days of Summer”. Most knitters don’t think of knitting in the heat (except those in the Southern Hemisphere who are enjoying winter) and I used to be among this group. There are actually lots of great things to knit in the summer to keep you cool, and definitely in the evenings it’s a great time to unwind during those long summer nights. Today is also July 25th, or as it is getting to be known as, Christmas in July! That’s right, Christmas is only […]

Barrington 3.0 Pattern is here …

[Translate] I’m pleased to say that the pattern for the Barrington 3.0 is up! I’ll make this a very short and sweet post, as I think I’ve said everything I need to in the other previous posts. A special shout out to the peeps that made this possible … Amy Rampfl for her great photography work – check her out here … Amy Rampfl Photography Sarka, Eileen, Mitch, Stephanie, and Dino – you are the best models ever!!! Stephanie – for adding additional wardrobe options. You can check out her site here – Devil May Wear! Jacquie Howard – […]

Barrington 3.0 Part 2

[Translate] Well, Amy of Amy Rampfl Photography has finished editing some more of the pictures from the photo shoot. You can click on her name to go to her website and see what other fantastic work she does. So here are some more of those pics to show you the versatility of this scarf design using the Cascade Yarns Eco+. As I stated in the last post, since it comes in large skeins, it’s a great value and gives you many design options. You saw the cowl and matching neck warmer modeled by Dino and Eileen I got in […]

Fall into Inspiration …

[Translate] Fall is arguably the best season of the year for inspiration for knitters. While Spring boasts the color of fresh blossoms, Fall has the color of the leaves as they change color. This isn’t all though, as Fall also brings the desire to knit as the days get cooler and we have the urge to get comfy and warm. This picture of Mud Lake in Northern Wisconsin by Mike Crowley, almost transports you to the water’s edge in an Adirondack chair with a steaming cup of coffee or hot chocolate and your current knitting project! It’s easy to […]