Knitter's Nest: 2/13/09

NEW .....
New square knitting needles ... all sizes ... coming soon.

Square Needles & Crochet Hooks Yes, they really are easier on your hands!
The new Square circulars, dpns and crochet hooks will be available by November 3rd! Below are some photos and samples of the needles and hooks. Please read over the information, because many changes have been made from the original Square straight needles.
Due to the difference in the square to round shape, we STRONGLY recommend you knit a swatch for gauge. Please note, most knitters go up one needle size in the circulars and dpns to obtain gauge.
Square Circulars and DPNs The square circulars and dpns will be made out of a high grade aluminum in a coppery brown color. The new K-Kable is like no other on the market. It will not kink, kurl or knot and has virtually no memory. What does this mean for you? Finally, a needle that is ready to knit right out of the package. The round to square size issue has also been addressed. These will be machined which corrects the variations you get with handmade needles. The circular needles will be available in US sizes 0 - 10 (2.0mm - 6.0mm) in 24" (61.96cm) and 40" (101.6cm) lengths. We will also have US sizes 6, 7 and 8 (4, 4.5 and 5mm) in 32" (81.3cm) length. The DPNS will be available in US sizes 0 - 3 (2.0 - 3.25mm) in 5" (12.7cm) and 7" (17.78cm) lengths.

Made from a high grade aluminum	K-Kable won't kink, kurl or knot	Set of 5 DPNs

New yarns coming in ... from Kollage ... below are free patterns from that company

Free Patterns

Click on the pictures below to bring up a PDF of the free knitting pattern or free crochet pattern.

Find these other items to use for your knitting patterns: Yarn for Knitting and Crochet. Square Knitting Needles to knit with. Square Crochet Hooks to crochet with. Knitting patterns for sock yarns and sweater yarns. Eco yarns made from corn, soybean and bamboo.

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