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In This Issue Quick Links ANNOUNCEMENTS BUSINESS PARTNER Because I am overwhelmed with Designing and Production, I am looking for a Sales and Marketing business partner to grow our Ready-to-Wear business. To BO a k1, p1 rib, the best way to achieve ample elasticity is by using the following BO technique. Tubular Bind-Off Leave a length of yarn three times the finished edge and thread it through a tapestry needle. Hold the knitting needle with the work in your left hand, pass sewing needle through the first knit stitch, purlwise, make the stitch drop off the knitting needle. Take the tapestry needle through the second stitch (which will be a purl stitch) knitwise and make it drop off the knitting needle. Slip tapestry needle through first stitch, which dropped off the knitting needle, and come out through the third stitch (a knit stitch) purlwise, making the stitch drop off the knitting needle. Passing from behind, sew again through the purl stitch previously dropped off the needle and pass through the fourth stitch (which will be a purl stitch) knitwise and make it drop off the knitting needle. Cont working in this way until all sts have been BO. |
Fall is finally in the air! For the first day in a long time, the doors and windows are open and the air conditioning is off. Apparently even the alpacas appreciate the change as they are frolicking in the field behind the cabin. Knowing that cooler weather entices you to take up your yarn, and in anticipation of the cold months ahead, we are releasing 3 new patterns that are sure to be a delight to knit and wear.
This Oversized Tote is the ideal piece to haul your knitting where ever you may go. Worked in Miracle from Classic Elite (50% alpaca, 50% tencel), it is sure to be a favorite among all knitting aficionados. The piece is lined and its sturdy structure makes it a long-lasting item to accompany you for many years to come. Wholesale price - $6.00 - plus shipping - minimum order 3 patterns (if you order 10 patterns, shipping is free).
This simple reversible cardigan is knit up twice; once in the Main Color (The Alpaca Yarn Co. Classic Alpaca-100% Superfine Alpaca) and once in the Cordinating Color (The Alpaca Yarn Co. Glimmer-95% Baby Alpaca and 5% Polyester). The CC has sleeves, front and back 2" longer than the MC. The CC cardigan is placed inside the MC cardigan with wrong sides facing thus making it revesible. This open cardigan has no trim work or buttons, making this a very simple first sweater project. Wholesale price - $6.00 - plus shipping - minimum order 3 patterns (if you order 10 patterns, shipping is free).
There are 17 segments of double knitting in this fabulous scarf, gradating from dark to light and back to dark. To achieve this effect the first segment is worked in 4 strands of The Alpaca Yarn Co. Suri Elegance (100% Suri Alpaca) color A, the second segment with 3 strands of color A and 1 strand of color B, the third segment with 2 strands of each color A and B, and so on until 4 strands of color C are worked. Any of the fabulous colors of Suri Elegance will work magic for this piece that you would want to wear time and again. Wholesale price - $4.50 - plus shipping - minimum order 3 patterns (if you order 10 patterns, shipping is free).
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FIBER ARTS AND ALPACA TOUR TO PERU 2008We are taking registrations now for this fabulous adventure, from April 25 to May 9, 2008. During this trip, we will have the chance to appreciate the most diverse and beautiful scenery in Southern Peru, experiencing at the same time the characteristics of fiber art in each region along our way. What is outstanding about this itinerary is the fact that we will be visiting four distinctive regions unique to Peru and its geography: We will explore the coastal desert where precipitation is less than an inch a year; the beautiful and productive highlands where the Australian eucalyptus has found an excellent environment in which to flourish; the Altiplano home to the alpacas and its cousins and to the highest navigable lake in the world; and finally the tropical forest of the Amazon, the land of the most diversified flora and fauna in the world. In each region, we will explore the characteristics of its fiber arts by visiting artisans in their studios, viewing ancient textiles at the museums and shopping the local markets for modern treasures. Together with the fiber arts, we will delight ou r taste buds with the sybaritic treasure troves we will encounter along the way. Peru is considered today one of the culinary capitals of the world, and we have made sure that we will visit the best restaurants each city has to offer. For the tour's itinerary and all relevant details, please visit our website. MARK YOUR CALENDARSAnd start making plans to join us on our new adventure; an educational cruise from Buenos Aires to Santiago de Chile and ports in between from December 5 through December 23, 2008. While at sea, we will have classes and workshops on board with topics ranging from knitting, spinning, and weaving to needlepoint. This cruise offers: something for every taste If you are a fiber arts enthusiast who would like to combine travel, education, fun, and a whole lot more, please contact us at 888.587.5568 for an itinerary or view details at our web site HelenHamman.com. But don't delay, our tours fill out quickly. With fall just around the corner I am sure your fingers are itching to pick up needles and a skein of luxurious alpaca and start some interesting new project. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced knitter you know the feeling of satisifaction you get when you are creating something of beauty. |
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Oversized Tote, #160
Reversible Cardigan, #202
Gradations Scarf , #199
