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ALPACA YARNS AND KITS
http://www.blueskyalpacas.com/
http://www.americasalpaca.com
http://www.lightfootfarms.com
http://www.westvalleyalpacas.com/YarnAndFiber.html
http://www.thealpacayarnco.com/
http://www.alpacawithatwist.com/index.htm
http://genesisalpacas.com/home
http://www.mistialpaca.com/
http://purelyalpaca.com/
http://alpacadirect.com/
          off-white alpaca scarf (my husband's 30+ year old gift to me) is a treasure
          alpaca yarn is the ULTIMATE! once only reserved for ruling families of the Incas of Peru

SWEATERKITS
http://www.sweaterkits.com/
       fine selection of garments and accessories to knit -- especially wildflowers pullover

PEACE FLEECE
http://www.peacefleece.com/
http://www.knittersreview.com/article_yarn.asp?article=/review/product/040422_a.asp
         yarn company committed to helping historic enemies cooperate and prosper through trade
         knitting yarn made from Russian/American, Israeli and Palestinian wools
         handpainted knitting needles and wooden buttons

BROWN SHEEP WOOL
http://www.brownsheep.com/
http://www.sheepyyarnmn.com/tip_superwash.html
         excellent selection of wool, including machine washable

LILY OF THE VALLEY SHAWL, SCARF, AFGHAN, SWEATER, & STITCH PATTERN
http://www.fiddlesticksknitting.com/LilyLarge.html
http://www.allegroyarns.com/fiddle/lily.htm
http://www.twoswansyarns.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?item=
PJ-LoVPullover&template=project
http://www.simplyshetland.net/60926/60957.html
http://www.wiseneedle.com/patternpage.asp?pattern=knitpatlily
http://www.fourseasonsknitting.com/asp/product.asp?recorprod=11&product=
712&cat=113&ph=&keywords=&recor=&SearchFor=&PT_ID=
http://www.knittinguniverse.com/xrx/knitters/GalleryDetail.php?IssueNum=75&ID=384
http://www.berroco.com/194/194_samantha.html
http://www3.interhop.net/~sturgess/knit/jamiesons.htm
http://www.mars.dti.ne.jp/~sh-nog/E-gal4/suzu.html
http://sheeweknits.com/index.htm
http://www.yarnsinternational.com/index.html
          my favorite flower from childhood
          stole will be a goal when I reach high intermediate level (in blue, of course!)

NON-CHEMICALLY PROCESSED, NATURAL, AND ORGANIC YARN
http://www.spinnery.com
http://www.marrhaven.com/yarn.html#100%chemicalfree
http://ecoyarns.com.au/
http://yarn.com/webs/0/0/0/0-1001-1294-1323/0/0/3151/
http://www.cottageindustry.net/organicyarns.php
http://www.theyarntree.com/store/yarns/treliske/merino.html
http://www.earthfriendlyyarns.com/
https://www.chesterfarms.com/wool.htm
http://www.yarnmarket.com/knitting/Eco-Friendly_Fibers-670.html
http://www.kyarns.com/fibre-company-organik-organic-wool-
alpaca-silk-heavy-worsted-weight-yarn.html
         workshops and tours for the first URL
         for other suggestions, visit "Knitting for a Better World"

NON-ITCHING MERINO YARN
http://www.morehousefarm.com/KnittingEssentials/Yarn/
         merino yarn is perfect for warm socks
         store from picturesque Rhinebeck, New York in the Hudson Valley
         animal-friendly process
      
KNITTING IN MINIATURE
http://www.bugknits.com/
http://www.bettylampenknitbooks.com/default.htm
http://miniatureknitting.com/index.html
http://www.geocities.com/jbtocker/patterns/minisock.html
http://www.socknitters.com/PROJECTS/25uses.htm
http://www.patternworks.com/PWShopping/partsview.asp?
action=lookup&partno=300158
         knitting in miniature always results in lots of oohs and aahs!
          miniature sweaters, hats, dresses, socks, and other accessories
          click on the bear to see my knitting teacher's mini-mitten pattern
          last URL has mini hangers to display your finished garments

UTILITY "AT HOME" SWEATER OF MY DREAMS
http://www.yarnatwebsters.com/mari-4.html#oregon
http://carodanfarm.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/product594.html
http://www.brysonknits.com/MariSweaters.htm
http://www.fiber2yarn.com/catalog.php?category=Mari
http://www.carodanfarm.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/product721.html
http://sheeweknits.com/Jenna%20Wilson.htm
http://www.philosopherswool.com/Pages/SweatersbyMari.htm
         "Oregon" sweater pattern by Mari (love the many styles offered!)
  I am thrilled to have found the pattern to a beloved charcoal gray wool sweater from Orvis
         original trashed (worn elbows & back); mourning its loss every chilly day this winter
         ribbing on sleeves and bottom, cozy collar, and pockets
  beautiful, versatile cardigan styling to adjust for fluctuating temperatures
         I will probably knit it a big longer to completely cover my hips for more warmth
         last URLs has large collection of Mari sweaters
 
TUNICS, TUNICS, TUNICS
http://www.cabinfever.on.ca/ItemDetail.asp?DETAIL=301
http://www.cabinfever.on.ca/ItemDetail.asp?DETAIL=201
http://www.knitcrochetpatterns.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?
Screen=PROD&Store_Code=
kcp&Product_Code=1122&Category_Code=AP
http://www.needlesnpinsyarnshoppe.com/fisherman_tunic.html
http://www.onefineyarn.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=
PROD&Product_Code=KPS_9726&Category_Code=KPS
http://www.worldknit.com/patterns/tek2.htm
http://www.morehousefarm.com/KnittingKits/Sweaters_for_Adults/FeatherlightTunic/
http://www.morehousefarm.com/KnittingKits/Sweaters_for_Adults/MoTunic/
http://www.3trailsdesign.com/patterns/sweaters/cd103.htm
         Cabin Fever offers first two outstanding tunic kits -- unique styling and knit in the round!
         attractive cable style from Helene Rush Designs is second URL
         last URL is beautifully cabled and hooded tunic -- a future project, I'm sure
         why tunics? longer for slimmer, elegant coverage of figure flaws and, of course, more warmth

GIFTED HANDS
http://giftedhandsknits.tripod.com/index.htm
         beautiful color work in appealing garments
         my favorite: "Peace and Happiness" mittens and hat made from scraps

OLAVIA'S FREE KNITTING PATTERNS
http://www.oknitting.com/freesamples.htm
         clever knitting patterns for a "book sweater" and a water bottle holder

KNITTING TO GO - PORTABLE PROJECTS FOR KNITTERS WITH GREAT TASTE
http://www.knittingtogo.com/
          kits packaged in colorful takeout containers that double as knitting totes
          complete with yarn, instructions and a side of handpainted bamboo or circular needles.
          beautiful! yarns and ultra-unique items
          adult, child, and baby projects
          excellent gift ideas

"MAGIC" MITTENS
http://www.awesomeewe.com/47002.htm
          woolen mittens that convert magically to fingerless gloves
          handy for all kind of quick fine-motor manipulations sometimes necessary in the outdoors

SOCKS, SOCKS, SOCKS!
http://www.socknitters.com
http://www.colorsongyarn.com/socks_mittens/basic_socks.htm
http://www.simplysockyarn.com/StoreFront.bok
http://countrywool.tripod.com/kits_patterns/socks.htm
http://www.cometosilver.com/socks/SockClass_Beginning.htm
http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall06/FEATextreme2in1.html
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Socknitters/
         I have been bitten by the "sock-knitting bug"
  sock knitting is as addictive as any other type of knitting but has distinct advantages:
                      small amounts of yarn needed (less expensive investment)
                      almost immediate gratification (short time to complete project!)
                      beautiful gifts that everyone will love!
                      endless design possibilities
                      always make two socks at the same time to check measurements
         first URL has free online patterns galore!
         for charity sock knitting see bottom of "Knitting for a Better World" page
("Children in Common" sock project)
         third url is company that only sells sock yarn

REVERSIBLE CABLE KEYHOLE SCARF
http://www.onefineyarn.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=
OFY&Product_Code=IKNIT21
          super smart choice for unique gift-giving for any adult female (makes up quickly!)
          I knit several up in Knit Pick's "Decadence" alpaca --- beautiful!


KNITTING PATTERNS
http://www.knittingpatterncentral.com/directory.php
http://www.frugalhaus.com/scripts/freepats.asp
         free knitting patterns in a huge variety of categories from "afghans" to "women's clothing"

TRADITIONAL / CLASSIC KNITTING
http://www.bigskyknitting.com/index.html
http://www.twoswansyarns.com/
http://knittingtraditions.com/
http://pennystraker.com/
http://schoolhousepress.com
http://www.countrywool.com/
http://www.fairyhare.com/
http://www.knittingpureandsimple.com/
http://townsearch.com/cottagecraft/
http://www.harrisville.com/html/patterns.html
http://www.yarnbarn.com/techniques/aran.asp
http://www.carodanfarm.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/product376.html
http://www.carodanfarm.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/product1.html
http://www.carodanfarm.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/product682.html
http://www.theirishewe.com/
http://www.abbeyyarns.com/
http://www.philosopherswool.com/Pages/OnceuponaTime.htm
http://www.bartlettyarns.com/
http://www.twistsandturnsnewsletter.com/index.html
http://www.figheadh.com/index.htm
http://www.sheeweknits.com/index.htm
http://www.rlb.com/aran.html
http://www.bonniefranz.com/Stranded.html
http://www.countrywool.com/
http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/shows_dkng/episode/0,2046,DIY_18180_36324,00.html
http://www.yarnbarn.com/grid.asp?partNoLike=KA-___-COLCARD&title=Color%20
Cards&showProducer=1&startAt=KA-HAS-COLCARD#KA-HAS-COLCARD
http://www.sweaters.org/history.html
http://theirishewe.com/shop/index.php?cPath=31&osCsid=
331a13938da73b3272323ba2068e335c
http://sheeweknits.com/aran.htm
http://www.cs.oswego.edu/%7Eebozak/knit/ck-patterns/wee.aran/part1.html
http://www.cs.oswego.edu/%7Eebozak/knit/soa/index.html
http://www.cs.oswego.edu/~ebozak/knit/ck-patterns/aran/index.html
          I love knitting cables! and am fascinated by Bohus sweaters
          sources for traditional & classic knitting techniques, classes, and yarns
          Aran, Fair Isle, Gansey
          first URL is "Twists and Turns" newsletter

KNITTING AT KNOON
http://knittingatknoon.com/FShandwarmers.html
http://knittingatknoon.com/FSfavcardi.html
          first URL - clever design incorporates sleeves/pockets for handwarming in lower end of scarf
          second URL - comfortable oversized cabled jacket with essential pockets; my kind of sweater

COZY COWL
http://www.shopatron.com/product/product_id=LOU20-145/378.0.1875.10947.0.0.0
         keep warm and yet not ruin your hairdo!
         would be beautiful in alpaca

TRADITIONAL PATTERNED AFGHANS
http://www.gaea-creations.com/afghan.html
http://www.bigskyknitting.com/store/stores/2/Taste_of_Aran_Afghan_P35.cfm
http://www.needleartsbookshop.com/knitting_books/Great_American_Aran_Afghan.html
http://www.woolandcompany.net/detail.aspx?ID=4004
        work one square each month
        at the end of the year, you’ll have a beautiful afghan.
        practice numerous techniques, including Aran, Fair Isle, cables, mosaic,
             mitered squares, bobbles, steeks, and more!
        last URL is for "Four Seasons Afghan"


FELTED TEA COSY
http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEspring06/PATTteacosy.html
         a lovely pattern and wedding / housewarming gift idea


KNITTING VAULT: THE ULTIMATE PATTERN SOURCE
http://www.theknittingvault.com/index.asp
           sophisticated search engine
           locate patterns by skill level, project type, yarn weight, designer, technique, etc.

IRISH BABY KNITS
http://www.irishbabyknits.com/
          beautiful hand-painted yarns in Irish-named colorways
         Galenas Merino comes from a small Eastern US farm that humanely raises its sheep

        
  

Click on the photo to see the absolutely beautiful herd
of alpacas from "Alpacas with a Twist."