Welcome to our August newsletter. This is an exciting month for us with the launch of our new needle range, Zing, which is already getting rave reviews.
Don't forget to keep an eye on our Facebook, Twitter and Ravelry group to stay in touch with our latest news and giveaways.
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New Collections
Even though it is still technically summer, most of the big yam companies have already launched their Autumn Winter collections so we thought we would bring you some highlights that have caught our eye.
Rowan has launched Magazine 58 packed full of wonderful designs. We particularly like Fingle by Brandon Mably.
Stylecraft's new yarn, Cabaret, is supported by some delicious, easy-to-knit designs like this one.
Each season we eagerly await the latest issue
of Twist Collective. Fortuna is an amazing shawl we are dying to cast on.
If any new designs have caught your eye, do let us know.
| Fortuna by Fanny Lafontaine-Jacob at Twist Collective |
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| Fingle by Brandon Mably in Rowan Magazine 58 |
| Stylecraft's Pattern Leaflet 9181 in Cabaret |
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Knitting Heroes
Over the last few weeks we have been excited to learn about the achievements of two UK knitting heroes.
The name Debbie Bliss is well-known across the globe for her quintessentially British designs that are a joy to knit and crochet for all ages.When Her Majesty The Queen's Birthday Honours List was announced in June we were thrilled to hear that Debbie had been awarded an MBE for services to hand knitting and craft - a well-deserved honour and also a fantastic accolade our whole industry can be proud of.
Then just last week we heard that Betsan Corkhill was nominated for a Women of The Year Award. You may not be familiar with the name but through her organisation Stitchlinks, Betsan has worked tirelessly to promote and research the therapeutic effects of knitting particularly in the management of chronic pain. Her book, Knit for Health and Wellness is an inspiring read for any knitter or crocheter.
Who would you nominate for an award if you could?
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Monthly Giveaway
Congratulations to Carolina who has won a Comby Interchangeable Sampler Set. We have already emailed you.
This month we have a set of 4mm Zing DPNs for you to win. Good luck!
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