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We had a great crowd for March at Purl. We had a huge donation that I put on carts and everyone had a blast going through it. Thank you to Ali for sharing her crochet babies! Beautiful work! |
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Don't forget: WINTER IS STILL HERE!!! Please consider making some hats, scarves, mittens, whatever for our friends in need that visit the HPL Community Pantry! We need to stockpile some so they will last over the cold months. All efforts are appreciated! Please consider joining the Greater Birmingham Fiber Guild which meets prior to the Purl on the Plaza, 2nd Saturday of each month. They have fabulous workshops and demonstrations! They meet from 10 am to 2 pm at the Hoover Church of Christ, 3248 Lorna Road, Birmingham, Alabama 35216 (map). Dues are just $25/year. Check out their blog here.
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Color Basics for Makers : understanding the rainbow
by Lee Chappell Monroe
Confidence is key when it comes to color! Join Lee Monroe as she shares the tips and tricks from her most popular art class useful for every crafter at any skill level. Using fine art and design knowledge, she shares an overview of color theory that demystifies the concepts. Learn the color fundamentals and get a clear understanding of how the saturation of the color pigment changes as white, black, or grey are added. Readers then explore what makes a successful palette and how different color combinations affect the mood of a finished piece. Try out the concepts in any medium with hands-on exercises and practical beginner-friendly projects. Elevate your art with a true understanding of color theory!
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Customize Your Cross-Stitch : friends and family : learn to customize, prepare, stitch, and finish your very own personalized cross-stitch creations
by Elizabeth Dabczynski-Bean
"Make your very own personalized cross-stitch pieces by combining these "ready-to-go" patterns with the included tips and tricks for customization. Customize Your Cross-Stitch: Friends and Family by Lizzy Dabczynski-Bean and the team at Stitch People is the perfect how-to guide, whether you are an experienced cross-stitcher who wants to create personalized pieces or a beginner who has never before held a needle and thread. This helpful guide introduces you to the basics of the craft with easy-to-follow written directions and photographic instructions. You can learn everything from using the tools of the trade to reading a pattern, creating basic stitches, and tweaking an already-existing design. The beautiful, modern designs in this book are accompanied by simple instructions appropriate for all skill levels. The easy-to-follow lessons--complete with patterns, detailed instructions, and photographs--ensure success in customizing patterns to create your very own unique pieces. Discover how to swap out colors, alter hairstyles, change clothing, and much more, to make your scene depict you and your own friends and family!"
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Colourful Sashiko : includes 49 vibrant designs, essential techniques and stunning patterns
by Sashikonami
"Discover the captivating world of sashiko embroidery! Sashiko's geometric designs have made this established Japanese art form popular worldwide. In this eye-catching volume, embroidery artist Sashikonami shares a wealth of simple yet effective patternsthat can be used to embellish projects of all kinds. Colorful Sashiko includes creative uses of colored thread and fabric, along with traditional blue-and-white sashiko motifs. Inside you'll find 49 designs, featuring single-stitch and more complex motifs, and 67 different sashiko patterns. Whether you're new to embroidery or an experienced stitcher, this book will inspire you to add a vibrant sashiko touch to everything from clothing to home dâecor"
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Two Needles, Many Knits : the new knitter's guide with easy patterns
by Quayln Stark
"Learn to knit step-by-step With the right instructions, knitting can be as simple as it is fun. This beginner's knitting book makes learning how to knit a breeze. It covers every essential technique and stitch you need to create 15 easy, varied projects, perfect whether you're an absolute newbie or just need a knitting refresh. Beginner basics: Easily master knitting fundamentals with illustrated, step-by-step instructions for casting on and binding off, working knit and purl stitches, and troubleshooting common mistakes. Skill-building patterns: Progress through patterns of increasing difficulty, from a simple square to full garments. 15 contemporary projects: Create stylish items like a Lapis Cinched Beanie, Ruby in-the-Round Cowl, Quartz Bias Scarf, and Emerald Collared Raglan Pullover"
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Lulu's Crochet Dolls : 8 Adorable Dolls and Accessories to Crochet
by Lulu Compotine
Lulu’s Crochet Dolls takes readers on a creative journey through the seasons. Written by Sandra Muller under the pseudonym Lulu Compotine, the book features a collection of 8 charming crochet dolls, between 7 and 12 inches in height and in an increasing order of difficulty over the seasons: from the joyful strawberry-and-flower picking adventures of Caroline and Charlotte in Springtime to the festive fun had by Celia and Zoé in Winter, the dolls come to life with intricate crochet patterns and imaginative narratives.
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