25 years ago today in Jamesville, Robert and I were married. It seems impossible, 25 years, 3 children later that all that time has passed. Robert has always been my biggest source of support and without him, Yarn Cupboard would not of been possible.
As many of you know, having your own business is a 24/7 commitment and without the support of your family, it is almost impossible. So, I thank my husband, family,friends and of course my customers for helping me make Yarn Cupboard possible.

I’m back. Venice, Florence, Rome. In my early years I had traveled through Scandinavia and Great Britain. But, living overseas for so many years we always traveled home on our holidays.
The beauty and history of Italy of course was inspiring. And I kept close attention to the spring fashions. It seemed to be dominated by crochet fabrics. Many of them were embroidered with large colorful flowers. Of course there was a lot of color. Besides neutral crochet cardi’s, purple seemed to be very dominate. Teal, yellows and spring greens as well.
New crochet books have arrived from Rowen and Tahki with gorgeous designs which look very similar to what I was seeing. The Tahki trunk show is here in the shop until Easter. I hope to see you this week to see how these Spring yarns look in these beautiful garments.

The snow has melted and I hope it is gone until next winter! It is time to start thinking of all the Spring/Summer knitting we can do. More new yarns, Nashua’s Creative Focus Linen, Rowen’s Calmer and Handknit Cotton, Misti Alpaca’s Handpaint Cotton/Silk, Tahki’s Cotton Classic Lite, Lang’s Street and Amalfi, and Tahki’s Mia. New colors in for Schaefer’s Anne, Berroco’s Seduce and Mountain Colors Bearfoot. Great new pattern support for Rowen, Nashua, Tahki, Berroco, Mountain Colors and Plymouth. So-come in and take a look. I am still deciding what to start next-too much to choice from.

There is plenty of winter left. At the moment, Aslan Trends Invernal and Artesanal are 30% off, Schaefer Elaine and Esperanza are 20% off and novelty Gnocchi and Frivola are 30% off. Why not start your holiday presents now? We have alot of ideas to get you ahead on your holiday giving.
We now are carrying Baby Ull from Dale of Norway. This beautiful fingering merino is perfect for those of you who like to do color work.
Some of our cottons have arrived as well. Tahki’s Replay, is a 100% recycled cotton is gorgeous as well as the Nepal Print which is a luxury organic cotton.
We are excited that our Madelinetosh, hand dyed Tosh Sock is here. The superwash merino is gorgeous.
And as always Yarncupboard continues to carry yarns for every budget, and every type of project.
Happy knitting. Keep warm.

27 helmet liners are on their way to Afghanistan. Thank you to Michael Chappell, my cousin’s son who is a Lieutenant with Delta Company in the Central New York’s National Guard. The helmet liners are going to the Illinois company that replaced them when the NY company returned last year. I wrote a note to explain where the helmet liners had come from and how we all send our best wishes for their safe return. The next liners I send, I would ask you send a short note to go with them. I was surprised how emotional I was packing them up. We can only hope our liners will help make a difference to the comfort of the soldiers that are wearing them, God speed.

Ok. I know it is a lot of snow, but it does look like a postcard out the shop window. I have dismantled the Christmas tree, and will need to take down my wreath my niece Marya made me. It is gorgeous, with balls of yarn and knitting needles. I always look forward to the new year. A clean slate. More people to meet, more to see, more to learn. I must give a big thank you to my brother Michael, who spent 3 days with me doing stock take. Not to mention my immediate family. So, Happy New Year to all of you. And of course, Happy Knitting.

Our trunk shows continue with Marianne Isager’s beautiful yarns and garments. We have garments from her books Japanese Inspired Knits, Classic Knits, Amimono Spring/Summer, and Fine Line shawls. With the garments in the shop, you have an opportunity to try them on and to see Marianne’s clever and skillful designs. The garments will be here through December for your convenience.

The weekend was busy at the Junior League show at the Fairgrounds selling Great Adirondack yarns. It was wonderful to meet so many people and help the Junior League raise money for their worthy causes.
This week all the Great Adirondack yarns are being featured in the shop as well as Patti Subic’s handdyed scarves, cotton tops and knitted garments. Please mention the website or email for 10% off your Great Adirondack purchases.
We of course have many wonderful Christmas ideas for gifts and stocking stuffers as well. I look forward to seeing you soon.
Susan

It was a reality check this morning, waking up to a dusting of snow. There will be a few more days of warmer weather, but I really have to face facts that they are almost finished.
This colder weather is perfect however for our knitting and crochet work. And all the beautiful fall yarns are finally here for you to look over. Presently, I am just making a wrap out of 3 different Great Adirondack yarns that are in the same colorway. Moonbeam. Beautiful.
I am happy to say that there will be wonderful additions to our already wonderful teachers in this next round of classes. The classes will be posted soon.
So, if you need a ‘warming’ project, come in and let us help you get started.
Susan

I had the pleasure of being tour guide to friends who were visiting from Australia this weekend. I was anxious as they are from Sydney and wanted them to see Syracuse at its best. The tour included the University, the city and Columbus Circle, Skaneateles, Cazenovia, Deruyter Lake, and of course Jamesville. They found everything beautiful especially as Autumn has arrived. Gorgeous colors and textures. Let the Autumn inspire you. Instead of the cool blues and greens of summer, why not the warm golds, russets, and deep greens of the pines. Enjoy this wonderful weather and take in the scenery. Come in and be inspired.