Happy spring! The clocks are ahead and the warm air is here (or almost here)! It is time to come out of hibernation and start your spring projects. Many new Spring 2015 colors have just arrived in our warehouse, which always makes us a little giddy here at the Palace. Join in the giddy and pick up some Crystal Palace at your local or online shop. We have several new free shawlette patterns in the spring yarns, which are wonderful projects for the season. We also have a new Party Ribbon crochet pattern and two gorgeous indie knit designs to inspire you. Sincerely, Cathy Campbell Crystal Palace Yarns |
Inspiring Colors Have Arrived!
Mini Mochi, Mochi Plus, Panda Pearl and Panda Silk
The new Spring 2015 colors of Mini Mochi, Mochi Plus, Panda Pearl and Panda Silk have just arrived in our warehouse. All are incredibly beautiful and must haves! There are two new colors of Mini Mochi and Mochi Plus, seven new colors of Panda Pearl and eight new colors of Panda Silk. I want to try them all!
We have free patterns available for all these yarns, including the new Leaf Shawl in Panda Pearl and Lace & Star Stitch Shawlette in Panda Silk. Click on the links below for inspiration.
Mini Mochi Free Patterns
Mochi Plus Free Patterns
Panda Pearl Free Patterns
Panda Silk Free Patterns
|
FREE Knit Patterns:
Spring Shawlettes
The shawlette is the perfect accessory for spring. It keeps the chill off without adding a lot of bulk or extra heat. We are featuring three new free shawlette patterns this month on our website.
The first is the exciting 2-Ball Shawlette done in Panda Cotton. The stria-dyed effect of the new spring color 8110 "Grape Blueberry" is eye-catching and fun. It is wonderful for newer shawl knitters and savvy alike, and as the title states, it only takes two balls to make. We also have versions of this shawlette in Mini Mochi and Sausalito.
Next is the Leaf Shawl in Panda Pearl. This two-skein shawl features garter stitch and simple lace edging and accents. The shawl is worked from the bottom up. It looks great in the sample color, 7032 "Byzantium", but it would look great in any other Panda Pearl shade. Try one of the new Spring 2015 colors, now available in shops.
The Lace & Star Stitch Shawlette in Panda Silk has a lovely, vintage quality to it, accentuated by the double-laced edging and antique color combination of 3204 "Natural" and 3024 "Aquarium". The variety of stitches, including the central Star Stitch pattern, make this project exciting to knit. This is a darling little cover-up that takes three balls to make.
|
FREE Crochet Pattern:
Lacy Slouch Hat in Party Ribbon
Jazz up your wardrobe with the Lacy Slouch Hat, crocheted in soft and shiny Party Ribbon. This hat is worked in the round from the top down in basic double crochet and single crochet. The hat is finished off with a contrasting single-crochet edging and half-double crochet rosette.
|
Indie Knit News:
Drake Snake in Mini Mochi
Ursa Major Knits is at it once again! The fabulous Drake Snake scarf is knit in none other than Mini Mochi, one of the designer's favorite yarn choices. The slow-striping nature of Mini Mochi lends itself beautifully to the unique construction of her designs. Be sure to check out all of her spectacular designs at Ursa Major Knits on Ravelry.
Photos courtesy of Ursa Major Knits
|
More Indie Knit News:
Orchid Lace in Panda Pearl
Orchid Lace is a beautiful, one-skein cowl knit in Panda Pearl. It features garter stitch and easy lace. The stitch pattern produces a lovely scalloped edge. It is an excellent project for both newer and experienced knitters. This pattern was designed by Amanda Kathleen and Emily Beth and available in clever. on Ravelry.
Photos courtesy of Amanda Kathleen and Emily Beth
|
|
Yarn Events 2015 (Updated)
Join in the yarn fun and come to one of these amazing yarn events this spring. You will cavort with fellow stitchers, get to know your local yarn shops, have access to great products and patterns, and maybe even win a goody bag or door prize! Click on the appropriate links for details on each event.
Mar 20-Apr 7: Newborns in Need March Madness, Clinton, TN
Apr 2-May 2: Waldorf School of the Peninsula Auction, online
Apr 9-12: Minnesota Yarn Shop Hop, Minnesota
Apr 13-25: West Michigan Yarn Quest Shop Hop, Michigan
Apr 16-26: Knit-topia 2015 Retreat, Lexington, MI
Apr 22-25: Mid Iowa Shop Hop, Iowa
May 2: Blue Jean Ball, Atherton, CA
Jun 5-27: East Tennessee Yarn Crawl, Tennessee
Jun 13-14: Mid-Ohio Fiber Fair, Granville, OH
|
