Dear Friends of The Blue Purl,
Since the holidays are upon us, we thought about preaching a bit on the value of giving. You know: it’s better to give than to receive. Please give to those in need.
But then, we realized, you all know about giving. You really don’t need us to preach its value. It is part of who we are as individuals who knit and crochet. It is so much of what inspires us, the joy of giving something we have made with our hands and hearts to someone else.
Very often, the recipient is a loved one or friend. But this time of year, we don’t even have to ask and many of you are knitting hats and scarves to help keep warm those who are not as lucky as we are. We have already donated so many pieces of your work to Nourish NJ.
Thank you.
There are some days that can weigh heavily on all of us. We had hoped the pandemic would be behind us and yet, it still fills the news. We had hoped that life would be back to its pre-pandemic rhythm. And while a lot of things are back, it is not quite what we hoped 2021 would bring.
But something else extraordinary happened this last year. We have adjusted, found joy, and learned that while we cannot control what the world throws at us, we have the power to control how we respond.
We really do feel your generosity, empathy and warmth every day in our shop. You have helped lift us each day and we hope that we have helped you, too.
That is part of giving. It's sharing your optimism which is exactly what you do when you give a handmade item to someone else. The very act of creating is an act of optimism because it says, "I know there will be a future and I want to help make it better."
So, let’s charge into the holidays together and carry on as always, spreading the warmth and love each of you produce with your own hands.
We are honored to be here to help.
connect + create
Patty, Wendy & TBP Team
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Make a quick little Star Ornament. We used Be Wool for the blue star or use your scraps for a cute bauble. Thinking a star garland would be perfect! |
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Please BYOBags to support Madison's green initiative. Let's get back there! |
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Holiday Shop Hours !
Open Sunday Before Christmas, Noon-4pm
**Closed Monday**
Tuesday, 11am-5pm
Wednesday, 11am-7pm
Thursday & Friday, 11am-5pm
Saturday, 11am-4pm
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If NOT vaccinated, please wear a mask; if vaccinated, face mask optional - but highly suggested.
- We can offer knitting help/fixing mistakes in the shop again but can only spend 5-10 minutes for drop-in issues.
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Keri by appointment is BACK! - Tuesday & Thursday. Please call the shop to schedule.
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Wednesday Knit Nights! Wendy is hosting open knitting on Wednesdays, 5pm-7pm at the big table. We will be unable to provide fixing mistakes help during this time but would love any chance to ooh & ahh over your gorgeous work! The shop is also open for shopping during this time.
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Exclusive Woolfolk Trunk Show
Designs by Antonia Shankland
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Friend and talented designer, Antonia Shankland, surprised us all by dropping by the shop to deliver her wonderful Woolfolk trunk show this week. As each piece emerged in the reveal, adjectives like elegant, modern, chic and cozy were sprinkled among a chorus of appreciative oohs, aahs and wows. Each piece is a must have accessory. We have created a Ravelry bundle for your viewing pleasure.
Better yet, we invite you to come and experience the show for yourself. Most are her designs, there are a few others included - all made with Woolfolk yarns.
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Available to TBP is Tonale Cowl by Antonia. Pictured below in our Kit Section. With just 3 skeins of Far in 2 colorways and a concise yet accessible pattern, everyone can be on his/her way to a wonderful go-to piece. Kits in curated color combos available in-shop only. Pattern available with yarn purchase. |
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From Woolfolk - LUFT Trunk Show plus |
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As if Antonia's gorgeous creations weren't enough, we are fortunate to offer another Woolfolk trunk show in Luft. Both are truly a cornucopia of goodness in this wonderfully luxurious wool. No need to imagine because they are in the shop for a limited time only. On view are: SOLV, SKOV, LIND, and KOBOLT. Must see and feel! |
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New & Tried and True Kits in Woolfolk ... |
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More Woolfolk ideas in Luft... Come see Liz's gorgeous Felix Cardigan (below) by Amy Christoffers generously on loan for viewing - short time only. Pictured above, we also love Perles de Plume cowl by Kalurah Hudson and Sulina Shawl by Stephanie Earp. |
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29 Bridges Studio Pop Up Shop &
Trunk Show - Counting down...
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Our 29 Bridges Studio Pop Up Shop and Trunk Show days are winding down.
This Maryland-based indie yarn company offers a collection of hand-dyed yarns, complete with samples to view. We still have lovely choices in Go to Sock, Sport, Merino DK, Bulky Merino, Chunky Singles, as well as Go to Sock Mini Kits. All trunk show quantities and colors are limited and available only until December 20th. Some weights available only in shop. Need ideas? Click here onto our Ravelry Bundle.
Popular in-house samples include Cocoon, a hat by La Maison Rililie. W used the gorgeous color combo pictured above in the Bulky Merino. See Community Section below. There's also Y's Easy Garter Cowl in Chunky Singles. Both are super soft, quick knits for holiday gifting, and wonderfully warm. Patterns available with yarn purchase.
Unable to stop in? Some selections are available in the Yarn dropdown menu in the online shop or click onto the links above or give us a call. |
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Been nice this year? Maybe, ask for a new interchangeable needle set or better yet, reward yourself.) Being that these are not returnable, you might drop very specific hints (like written on a piece of paper) to your gift purveyor(s). On-line and in-shop, we offer: The Mindful Collection, Addi Click Sets, Chiao Goo Sets, Lykke Sets, Knitter's Pride in Karbonz and Dreamz. New Year...new needles!
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Just Arrived...
The Knitting Barber Cords in 6 Colors!
Real Fur Pom Pom Restock!
More Plyster Bags
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Many classes still have openings - all pictured above have slots available. We invite you to join us - visit our website!
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Nell made her first sweater for her first grandson - Jax! The Button Front Baby Pullover is made with Knitcol (available in shop) during Keri's class. Worth it all for this pic, Nell! So amazing. Thanks for sharing! |
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Jessica's Welcoming holiday fun... |
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Jessica knit this wonderfully bold, large-sized Churchmouse Wooly Wreath using Rasta. Wow! What a way to usher in the holidays.) An heirloom for sure...nice work, Jessica! |
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Emma's Colorful Little Pals... |
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Emma got busy knitting the February Hat in Berroco Vintage for her daughter's 4 year old school friends. What happy colors...great work, Emma!
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Olympia's Oooh La La Luxury... |
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Olympia made these four gorgeous Cocoon hats using 29 Bridges Bulky Merino. They are beautiful gifts, more so, topped with those fantastic real fur pom poms. Not too late to make one for the holidays! Super job, Olympia!! |
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Candi stopped by the shop on Sunday sporting her jaw dropping Laurelie made in The Fibre Co.'s Cumbria. Check out those mosaic and lace sections. She was a student in Liz's shawl class. Love the beautiful, soft color combo. A++ elegant result, Candi! |
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Ariadne's Finished in Time for Christmas... |
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Ariadne just finished this sharp looking NL3 Christmas Stocking (one of Keri's recent classes) in time for gifting to Frank. Plenty of room for stuffers.) Another A++ outcome...love the motifs. Awesome work, Ariadne! |
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Cherie's Chunky Cabled Hat |
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Continuing with the holiday gifting theme, Cherie made these beautiful "chunky quick" cable hats in Destiny Meyer's Classic Cabled Hat, a free pattern! Sure bet they're nice and toasty! Thanks for sharing, Cherie. |
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Marion's Warm Ears in Brioche |
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Headband With a Twist is one of the projects in our upcoming Brioche class taught by Carolyn Hanson. Above, Marion used Vintage held with a little mohair - looking very cushy, soft and cozy. Nice, Marion! |
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Kathie knit this Dog Star, pattern by TinCan Knits in Berroco's Ultra Wool DK for a fortunate little in her life. Absolutely love, love, love this colorwork! Well done, Kathie! |
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A Good Vintage - Crochet Cardi Class |
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We loved this so much and wanted to give you a preview before it's finished. Carolyn, one of our super teachers, is teaching A Good Vintage Crocheted Cardi class. Above, she is using Blue Sky's Woolstok Light. She loves working with it and we love the look! Can't wait for class :) - there are spaces OPEN crocheters!! |
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Holly, Holly, Jolly, Jolly! |
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Outta her way everyone because Kathie is in UBER holiday gift knitting mode! Here's her Holly Jolly Hat made with Blue Sky's Woolstok. Prancing reindeer in a line always make us smile.) Lovely, Kathie! |
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This Week's TBP Before & After Instagram Stars... |
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What an absolutely fabulous result. Excellent work, Cyndee!
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