Friday, October 31, 2008

Noro Yarns, Debbie Bliss, Brown Sheep, Prism and Harrisville Designs Yarns Starts the Weekend Fall Sale Spooktacular at the Yarn and Fiber Company

Sale Dates and Times:October 31, 2008, 12:00 PM EST through November 3, 2008 11:59 AM EST

Sale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only

Noro Yarns - 10% to 25% off MSRP



Debbie Bliss Alpaca Silk DK Yarn




Brown Sheep Yarns! - 10% off MSRP



Prism Yarns - 10% off MSRP







And Finally - The Rules of the Sale: All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.

Thursday, October 30, 2008

Dream in Color, Cascade and Berroco Yarns on Sale Today at the Yarn and Fiber Company Fall Sale Spooktacular!

"Witch" Yarn is On Sale Today at the Yarn and Fiber Company?
Sale Dates and Times:October 30, 2008, 12:00 PM EST through October 31, 2008 11:59 AM ESTSale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only
For the love of the warm sweater.....
Dream In Color Yarns
Cascade Yarns
Berroco Inca Gold Yarn
And Finally - The Rules of the Sale: All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Muench, GGH, Ella Rae, Interlacements and Ironstone Yarns on Sale Today at the Yarn and Fiber Fall Sale Spooktacular!

"Witch" Yarn is On Sale Today at the Yarn and Fiber Company?


Sale Dates and Times:
October 28, 2008, 12:00 PM EST through October 30, 2008 11:59 AM EST
Sale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only




GGH Aspen Yarn





Muench Big Baby Yarn



Ella Rae Kasbah Yarn

Ironstone Yarns Felicia Yarn



Interlacements Yarn


And Finally - The Rules of the Sale: All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.

Monday, October 27, 2008

Artyarn Yarns and Alpaca Yarn Company are 15% off MSRP at the Yarn and Fiber Fall Sale Spooktacular!

October 27, 2008, 12:00 PM EST through October 28, 2008 11:59 AM EST
Sale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only



And Finally - The Rules of the Sale: All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.

Friday, October 24, 2008

Hand-Dyed Lace and Sock Sale Weekend at the Yarn and Fiber Fall Sale Spooktacular Event!

Hand-dyed Lace and Sock Sale Weekend at the Yarn and Fiber Fall Sale Spooktacular Event!

"Witch" Yarn is On Sale Today at the Yarn and Fiber Company?

Sale Dates and Times:
October 24, 2008, 12:00 PM EST through October 27, 2008 11:59 AM EST
Sale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only


Madeline Tosh Sock Yarns


Sereknity Sock Options Good Harbor - Rock Lobster

Ivy Brambles Yarn - 10% off MSRP

Ivy Brambles SockScene Sock Yarn

And Finally - The Rules of the Sale: All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

RY Classic Yarns, Lornas Laces Yarn and a Basket Full of Patterns on Sale at the Yarn and Fiber Fall Sale Spooktacular!

October 22, 2008, 12:00 PM EST through October 24, 2008 11:59 AM EST
Sale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only
RY Classic Cashsoft DK Yarn
Lornas Lace Helens Lace Yarn
An Extra Special Day for Patterns at the Yarn and Fiber Fall Sale Spooktacular.....

Sale applies to in-stock patterns only.....

And Finally - The Rules of the Sale: All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Rowan, Elsebeth Lavold, Jade Sapphire, Berroco and Crystal Palace Yarns on Sale at the Yarn and Fiber Company Fall Sale Spooktacular



Sale Dates and Times:
October 21, 2008, 12:00 PM EST through October 22, 2008 11:59 AM EST
Sale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only
We love yarn as much as you! So we are all choosing today's sale yarns...








Berroco Yarns - 10% off MSRP (in-stock quantities only)












And Finally - The Rules of the Sale: All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.

Monday, October 20, 2008

Dream in Color Yarns 10% off Today during the Fall Sale Spooktacular at the Yarn and Fiber Company!!!!


Sale Dates and Times:
October 20, 2008, 12:00 PM EST through October 21, 2008 11:59 AM EST
Sale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only

We let Esmeralda pick today's sale yarn using her crystal ball. As Esmeralda gazed into her crystal ball and she told me that unless she was Dreaming in Color, today was the day for DREAM IN COLOR yarns to be on sale!

Dream In Color Yarns

Have fun and don't forget to thank Esmeralda!
Poll results for - Oct 17-20

Question: My unfinished project list is about....
  • 1 to 5 projects long (41%)
  • 5 to 15 projects long (46%)
  • 15 to 50 projects long (10%)
  • 50 + unfinished projects long and growing (1%)

I will have you know that the 1% is non other than Esmeralda.... (no really, it is Esmeralda, it just couldn't be me.... ;)


And Finally - The Rules of the Sale: All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.

Friday, October 17, 2008

Noro Yarns 15 to 50% off at the Fall Sale Spooktacular at the Yarn and Fiber Company

Esmeralda is gazing into her crystal ball and sees great savings on yarn for you .......





Looking for a good movie to rent for the upcoming weekend? The Crucible (1996) has been highly recommended for your viewing pleasure. This movie is a "take" on the original story of the Witch Trials and Abigail Adams is played by Winoma Ryder as a much older girl than portrayed in the actual history. Beware this movie is not for the kiddies and carries a PG-13 rating for intense depiction of the Salem witch trials. Watching this movie will put you completely in the mood for next weeks intense accusations and their outcomes.



Also, if looking for a good book relating to the Puritan era, the Scarlett Letter written by Nathaniel Hawthorne in 1871 in Salem MA. An interesting connection here, Nathaniel Hawthorne is the great grandson of Judge Hathorne who magistrated over the Salem Witch Trials. Notice the "W" in the spelling of Nathaniel Hawthorne's last name; the "W" he added to his name to show the family involvement with the "w"itch trials. It is important to note (without giving out any info about the movie) Hester Pryne, was shunned by the community, but because of her needlework and embroidery skills, which had become "the fashion" amongst the rich, she was not outcasted completely from the society. That is all I will say on this... this is also available as a movie starring Demi Moore, which is an easier way to enjoy the Scarlett Letter while working on a project :)


Enjoy!

"Witch" Yarn is On Sale Today at the Yarn and Fiber Company?



Sale Dates and Times:
October 17, 2008, 12:00 PM EST through October 20, 2008 11:59 AM EST
Sale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only


Noro Yarns - 15% to 50% off MSRP

Noro Kureyon Yarn





Survey Says!

Please visit our blog to vote on this todays big question - blog.yarnandfiber.com
Poll results for - Oct 16-17



Question: On your project list, you are currently making...
Socks (15%)
Shawl (31 %)
Sweater (26 %)
All of the above ( 42 % )



Good to see we have lots of multi-taskers in the group.... now we will see in today's poll how much multi-tasking you are actually working on... :)




And Finally - The Rules of the Sale: All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.







Thursday, October 16, 2008

Debbie Bliss Yarns and Lana Grossa Yarns are back on sale at the Fall Sale Spooktacular at the Yarn and Fiber Company

Debbie Bliss Yarns and Lana Grossa Yarns

(because you asked nicely) areback on sale at the

Yarn and Fiber Fall Sale Spooktacular!!!!!

More interesting Salem Witch Trial to resume tomorrow.... there will be lots to discuss!!!!

October 16, 2008, 12:00 PM EST through October 17, 2008 11:59 AM EST
Sale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only
Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Baby Yarn
and
Lana Grossa Meilenweit 100 Bosco Sock Yarn
Dream in Color Rocketry Blanket Pattern P606
The sale on the sock yarn from the post on Monday, October 14, 2008- will run through Friday at 12:00. Please see Monday's blog entry for the Socks on the Brain sale. Check back often as more socks will be added daily. Thanks!
Poll results for - Oct 15-16
Question: If you were the woman in this picture, you would...
Lose the Hat (37%)
Lose the Apron (12%)
Hang your hand dyed yarn by the hearth to dry, and eat at the neighbors cauldron (75%)
What do you mean, I am that woman (0%)
Good to see that we have lost the hats, aprons and learned that eating out is a good thing especially when our yarn is drying!
And Finally - The Rules of the Sale: All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Muench Yarns and Alpaca Yarn Company join the Yarn and Fiber Fall Sale Spooktacular

Muench Yarns and Alpaca Yarn Company join the
Yarn and Fiber Fall Sale Spooktacular

A Puritan Hearthstone, sometime late in the 1600's

How cool is she! Simplicity at its best - stove, easy chair and spinning wheel all in the same ten feet! Of course I am not sure this scene would fit in the replica houses posted yesterday... unless like when one visits a Hobbit, the really little houses are REALLY big once you walk through the door... maybe the Puritans are an advanced society of Hobbits? I wonder if they had second breakfasts..... hmmmm..... I wonder if she called her wheel "Precious" - no wonder they thought they were witches.

"Witch" Yarn is On Sale Today at the Yarn and Fiber Company?


Sale Dates and Times: October 15, 2008, 12:00 PM EST through October 16, 2008 11:59 AM ESTSale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only


Muench Yarns - 20% off MSRP


Muench Touch Me Due Yarn


Alpaca Yarn Company - 15% off MSRP


Alpaca Yarn Company Classic Alpaca Yarn



Dream in Color Sale Pattern of the Day

Dream in Color Tulips for Women Cardigan Pattern is only $2.50 (50% below MSRP)

A colorful cardigan originally designed for baby, and now available in womens sizes by Lindsay Pekny using 5 colors of Dream in Color Classy worsted weight yarn. Please order 1 skein of each colorway for the size 34 -36 and please order two skeins of the border color and one skein of the additional colors for the size 38-50.


Dream in Color Tulips for Women Cardigan Pattern P-609 by Lindsay Pekny


The sale on the sock yarn from the post on Monday, October 14, 2008- will run through Friday at 12:00. Please see Monday's blog entry for the Socks on the Brain sale. Check back often as more socks will be added daily. Thanks!


Survey Says!


Please visit our blog to vote on this todays big question - blog.yarnandfiber.com
Poll results for - Oct 14-15

Question: When Esmeralda visits for dinner, you would make her....

  • Poison Mushroom Souffle and a sprinkle of Wolfbane (27%)

  • Eye of Frog Soup (5%)

  • Hansel and Gretal (16%)

  • Macaroni and Cheese (50%)
    ;) You're in luck, Macaroni and Cheese is her favorite!

And Finally - The Rules of the Sale: All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Meet Esmeralda, Queen of the Fall Sale Spooktacular at the Yarn and Fiber Company

Hello Everyone!!! Hopefully you all had a wonderful weekend! I had lots of good luck as I had Esmeralda tell my fortune before I left on Saturday afternoon. Who is Esmeralda... sorry, let me make a formal introduction. Esmerald, please say Hello! (Um...she is the one of the left, with the hat :) She is a wonderful greeter in the shop and queen of the Fall Sale Spooktacular. She sings, dances and tells fortunes.... come stop by and have your fortune told - don't forget to take a picture as she is very photogenic!
Now we have been talking about the Salem Witch Trials for quite a few days now... to get some more perspective on the subject, Jerry and I went to Salem MA for another research trip. Thankfully, Jerry is very good with his camera and very tall. We arrived at Pioneer Village at Forest River Park ten minutes too late to go in and visit; although there were very high fences surrounding the Village, Jerry simply tipty-toed with his camera to get these great shots of the homes of the Puritans. Pioneer Village is a replica of the Puritan village in 1630. When visiting, you are guided through the Village by costumed guides who narrate and demonstrate the lives and responsibilities of these early settlers. It is quite a unique experience for the first timer.
I sat and knit, as I am way to short to be taking pictures over a fence, and enjoyed the beautiful view off the beach of the ocean and Salem Power Plant (which I swear you can see for hundreds of miles away). You can see the reflect of the barbed wire fence shadow that surrounds Salem Village on the wall where I am sitting... I wonder if the fence is there to keep us out or the witches in?






While in Salem though, as much as one is surrounded with Halloween/Witch shops and merriment, testiments to the Witch Trials can be found all around the city. Near the courthouses in downtown Salem on Washington Street, sits this plaque.

It reads:


"Nearly opposite this spot stood, in the middle of the street, a building devoted from 1677 until 1718 to municipal and judicial uses. In it, in 1692, were tried and condemned for witchcraft, most of the nineteen person who suffered eath on the gallows. Giles Corey was here put to trial ont he same charge and, refusing to plead, was taken away and pressed to death. In January, 1693, twenty one persons were tried here for witchcraft of whom eighteen were acquitted and three condemned but later set free. Together with about 150 accused persons, in a general delivery which occurred in May."



Enjoy your Day and Todays Sale! And don't forget to vote for todays poll on the blog. Thanks!



Survey Says!


Please visit our blog to vote on this todays big question - blog.yarnandfiber.com


Poll results for - Oct 10-14

Question: If given a choice, what garment would you like someone to knit/crochet for you in ORANGE yarn?



  • Hat (20%)

  • Mittens (25%)

  • Shawl (9%)

  • Sweater (20%

  • Scarf (16%)

  • A Hand-Knit Pumpkin Costume (14%)

So if you are wondering what to make for your favorite Halloween goblin, it appears as though they may want Orange Mittens!


"Witch" Yarn is On Sale Today at the Yarn and Fiber Company?


Sale Dates and Times:

October 14, 2008, 12:00 PM ESTthrough October 15, 2008 11:59 AM EST

Sale Applies to In-Stock Yarn Quantities Only




Gedifra Rubens YarnGedifra Filorosa Yarn 8104



Nashua Handknits Yarn - 20% off MSRP

Nashua Handknits Equinox Stripe Yarn




Schachenmayr Regia Sock Yarn

Dream in Color Sale Pattern of the Day
Dream in Color Sophisticate Cardigan Sweater is only $2.50 (50% below MSRP)

The Sophisticate Cardigan Sweater uses six colors of Dream in Color Classy Worsted Superwash Merino for this wonderful sweater. 1 skein each color for sizes XS, S and M; 2 skeins of border color and one skein each of remaining colors for sizes L and XL.
The colors used for this model are Cocoa Kiss, November Muse, Gothic Rose, Strange Harvest, In Vino Veritas and Cloud Jungle.
Dream in Color Sophisticate Cardigan Sweater by Lindsay Pekny P611


The sale on the sock yarn from yesterday's post - Monday, October 14, 2008 - will run through Friday at 12:00. Please see yesterdays blog entry for the Socks on the Brain sale. Thanks!

And Finally - The Rules of the Sale:All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.

Monday, October 13, 2008

Socks on the Brain and On Sale as Well at the Yarn and Fiber Fall Sale Spooktacular!


When wandering through the chilled night air,

and spooky noises tend to scare,

know that it's your homemade socks

that want to walk for blocks and blocks.

Really though, how perfect are homemade socks. They fit "your" foot in ways that commercial socks just can't match. And the colors - mmmm - some we know have a pair for every outfit. Others we know buy special shoes that show off the socks. And convenient? When working on a sock, they fit into a pocket, a backpack or a purse and effortlessly pickup when you leave off. And talk about instant gratification! They may have small stitches, but the go quickly and then, voila, you are done. How rewarding! Since we woke up with socks on the brain, we have added a special sale for you in case you also are dreaming of your next pair of socks. And all these sock yarns are 10-30% off! Enjoy! There are lots of socks to explore!


Have a favorite poem to share about socks? Please send it along, we would love to share it!


Well here goes... lots and lots of options! This sale is in addition the to ongoing Fall Sale Spooktacular and will run through Friday, October 17, 2008 at 11:59 AM EST. Enjoy!


Yarn Sale Price Applies to In-Stock Quantities Only:



Austermann Step  Sock YarnAustermann Step Sock Yarn #08




Austermann Step Duett Sock Yarn





Fortissima Colori Socka Color Yarn #13




Opal Cotton 2008 Sock Yarn




Online Tropic Supersocke 100 Yarn


and



Zitron Trekking XXL Sock Yarn



And Finally - The Rules of the Sale:All items purchased on sale are final sales. Sale applies to in-stock items only. In the event that an item cannot be found in our physical inventory a substitution or refund will be offered. The sale discount cannot be combined with other discounts. Please try to checkout by 11:59 AM EST to be sure to receive the sale price.