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After a long spell of wonderfully wet weather, sunny skies have returned to Napa, and our thoughts have turned to spring weight yarns. We are happy to introduce Calista, a new DK weight yarn from Classic Elite Yarns. Calista is made from mercerized cotton, and has a wonderful chainette construction, which lends it both lightness and strength. It works up with great, nubbly texture and has a lovely soft sheen. Isn't it pretty?
We've got our eyes on a few patterns that would be perfect for Calista!
Christy is a lovely summer piece that can be worked as either a scarf or a wrap, using 4 or 8 balls of Calista respectively. The color palette is beautiful, and the color combination almost endless!
Charlette is an adorable, colorblocked A-line tee that again plays with the complimentary color palate of Calista. It is worked from the top down with side placket on yoke, and is such a versatile top for spring!
Shibui has a new line of very wearable patterns out that we excited about! One is Interval, a bottom up short sleeve sweater that uses reverse stockinette stitches for striking detail. A perfect match for Calista!
Nova is such an elegant piece, with simple ribbed details, a small collar, and high-low hem. Another garment that you could easily dress up or down.
And last, but not least, is Meridian, also from Shibui. This drapey cardigan is elegant, timeless, and will certainly become a wardrobe favorite! We think this would be exquisite in Calista.
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Recipe
Another family favorite!
Ginger Dressing
(aka Liquid Gold)
1/2 C coarsely chopped onion
1/4 C coarsely chopped carrot
2 tsp. coarsely chopped celery
1 and 1/2 TBLS minced fresh ginger (or more!)
1 and 1/4 C veg oil
1/4 fresh lemon juice
3/4 C soy sauce
1 and 1/2 tsp. tomato paste
1/2 C vinegar
salt & pepper
Puree onion, carrot, celery, and ginger in food processor or high powered blender. Add oil, soy, vinegar, lemon juice, tomato paste. Blend well. Add salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
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*Join us this Sunday for Sit n Stitch! 1:00-3:00pm*
*We will be closed on Sunday, March 27th for the Easter holiday*
*Please also note a small change in our regular business hours-
we will now be closing at 5pm on Fridays*
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Yarns on First, 1305 1st Street, Napa, CA 94559
707-257-1363
contact@yarnsonfirst.com
Tuesday & Wednesday 11:00-6:00pm
Friday & Saturday 11:00-5:00pm
Thursday & Sunday 11:00-4:00pm
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