Love this Idea

I'm already a fan of the CSA model - community supported agriculture - which is a great way to get fresh produce from a local farm all summer, but this is even better, in my humble, crafting opinion: A yarn CSA.

Juniper Moon Farm offers knitters a way to both support a hard-working sheppardess and a direct link to the source of their fiber. Seriously cool.

Embroidery Love

Just think of all the ways you could use these adorable embroidery patterns from Penguin and Fish...

On a knitting bag for your friend Catherine...

For your very tall best friend...

 

On a t-shirt for just about anyone...

On little Oliver's backpack...

 

And don't get me started on how fun they'd be in a gradeschool classroom!

Have you met Colette?

Let me introduce you!

The lovely Beignet...

 

Rich and sweet Eclair...

 

And the Fabulous Parfait...

 

From the Colette Patterns website: "While it’s all too easy to find cheap, cute, disposable clothing meant to be worn for weeks or months and then discarded, making your own clothing is an entirely different experience. It’s something cherished, something chosen, something entirely you."

How true!

Mostly Marvelous and Semi-Fantastic

They're names may be Mostly Marvelous Ms. Rabbit and Semi-Fantastic Mr. Fox, but I think they're completely wonderful!

 

Vintage Inspired Baby Knits

The Magpie Shop just got some super sweet patterns from Hadley Fierlinger of She's Crafty Handknits, a very crafty bird from New Zealand. Who can resist these? I mean really, doesn't everyone know a baby who needs one of these lovelies?

Looking for a Few Crafty Birds

Are you good with a pair of knitting needles or a crochet hook and some luscious yarn? A sewing machine and lovely fabric? Precise stitches and embroidery thread in rich colors? How about a camera? If so, let us know! We're on the lookout for a few good guest bloggers that can show off their handiwork with the patterns we sell. We'll trade your crafty expertise, lovely photos, and eloquent writing for free (or deeply discounted) patterns.

Just send an introduction with an example of your work and we'll get in touch. Promise.