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REASONS TO
SHOP LOCAL
It’s the only way
to get a real
feel for the yarn
before you buySupporting local
businesses keeps
the high street
vibrant and funLocal shops
often have
exclusive
products you
won’t find
onlineYou won’t find
any better
crochet experts
than yarn
shop owners!The community
around local
yarn shops is
a great way to
make friendsWe want to hear about people who
have been having a positive impact
in your community. Write to us at
[email protected] to tell us
about someone at your local yarn shop
that has been making a difference.Ricorumi Lamé
Add a touch of sparkle to your next crochet
project with Rico’s Ricorumi Lamé. This
sparkling yarn comes in miniature 10g
balls which is perfect for adding a little
glitzy detail to your project or can be used
to create stunning Christmas decorations
including baubles and ornaments. This DK
yarn is made from a nylon, polyester blend
and is available in sparkling silver and gold.
http://www.rico-design.co.uk
The best way to discover
new yarn is to give it a
squish at your local yarn
shop. This month, we’ve
picked three of our
favourite glitzy yarnsTOP 3
YARNS
King Cole Tinsel Chunky
Tinsel Chunky is a perfect yarn
from King Cole for fun Christmas
makes. This fantastically shiny
yarn is perfect for novelty gifts
and accessories. Made from
a blend of 75% polyester and
25% Lurex, this chunky yarn is
available in a fantastic range
of over 35 shades, including
metallics and bright solid shades.
http://www.kingcole.co.ukTwilleys of Stamford Goldfingering
This metallic 3-ply yarn from Twilleys of
Stamford is perfect for creating delicate
makes including lace-inspired designs.
Made from 80% viscose and 20%
metalised polyester, this yarn is easy to
work with and creates stunning results.
Goldfingering is available in a range of six
shades ranging from gold to glitzy red and
jewelled green. http://www.thehomeofcraft.co.uk
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