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Thursday, October 30, 2014

What's up!

Tangled Purls is more than a yarn shop.......we're about PEOPLE, too!
Janet finishes her very first sweater......for baby Isaac, a new grandson.
 
Color Building Blanket class -- having a good time making waves of color!
 

We're closing early on Halloween to dress the shop for Saturday's Holiday Open House. 
Come and see lots of new things to make for the holidays.
We look forward to seeing you here!
 
 

Friday, October 24, 2014

It's Make a Difference Day Saturday, October 25th!

 Let's Make a Difference!
 
The spirit behind the nation's largest day of service is to set aside time to improve the lives of others.
 
At Tangled Purls, we hope to make a difference by sponsoring a food drive for Marion-Polk Food Share. Right now a record-high average of more than 9,000 families a month are turning to the member food pantries for a food box. Food donations mean that a hungry child and family will be eating, simply because you chose to give.
 
Please help us help these families by donating canned goods and non-perishable food items at Tangled Purls. Let's Make a Difference this Saturday. Thank you!
Also needed are baby items - food, formula, diapers, wipes, ointment, etc.

Bring a donation to Tangled Purls of 2 or more canned or non-perishable items for the Marion-Polk Food Share and receive 10% off* your purchase.
   
 
*May not be used with any other discounts. In stock items only, no special orders, not applicable to previous purchases. Excludes classes, gift cards, and interchangeable needle/hook sets.
Offer Valid Saturday, October 25, 2014 Only

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

What's New Wednesday!

Autumn is the time for snuggling up with beautiful yarn and making gifts for family and friends.
How about these Hopsalot felted slippers......are they cute or what?  Easy to make, too.
Hats, scarves, tea cozies, fingerless gloves, sweaters, afghans..........endless ideas.
Our exceptional yarn choices and plentiful patterns make projects fun and relaxing.
 
In the mood to take a class?  We offer several every month.
Come in and see our display of class projects, such as.......
Christmas stockings, Bias Ribbed Cable Scarf,
Knit One Below Scarf, and Crocadilly Mocs.
 
 

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

What's New Wednesday!

NEW!  Tin Can Knits has released its latest book, Road Trip.
It's filled with 14 lovely designs for the whole family,
such as the Clayoquot Toque shown above right.
Vivian knit it in soft Simplicity by HiKoo.
 
Tangled Purls.......a destination for knitters, crocheters, felters, and spinners.
Come and see our multitude of samples that help you visualize how a fiber works up.
Our classes--taught by experienced teachers--include projects as well as techniques.
Tangled Purls.........not just a yarn shop........it's a destination.
 

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

What's New Wednesday!

Football season has begun!  Knit a hat or scarf in your favorite team's colors.
We have loads of yarn choices to match many school colors.
Touchdown!
 
Don't miss our trunk show from Skacel, including the Building in Color blanket.
A few openings remain in Carol's Building in Color class, which starts tomorrow.
The display blanket shown above is the large size with all 10 stitch designs
 that will be taught in the class.  Great way to build your colorwork skills.
 
Enjoy these beautiful days of early autumn!

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

What's New Wednesday!

At left:  Dream Club's October yarn and Cruzado Cowl pattern.
October's selection is Classy - brilliant Fall colors - worsted weight (340 yds).
Still available - Dream's September yarn and Flight of the Maple Seed shawl pattern.
Shown above right: September's yarn is Smooshy - fingering weight (620 yds). 
Dream's colors are to die for!
 
NEW!  Jilly by Dream in Color.
Single ply, sumptuously splendid hand dyed yarn.
100% superwash merino   440 yds   US 1-2
 

NEW!  Zumie by HiKoo.
Big and bulky for quick projects.
10% wool  50% acrylic  20% nylon
110 yds  US 13
 
Welcome autumn with soft, warm yarn!