September 2010 News...FREE Yarn!

Thank you for being a Sandrasingh.com Customer, to show my appreciation I'm giving away Yarn! During the entire month of September, or while supplies last, every time you spend $50 at Sandrasingh.com you'll receive a Free Skein. Select brands such as Lorna's Laces, La Lana Wools & Cherry Tree Hill among others are included and retail value is up to $34. A little surprise is always fun and a Free Skein of Yarn may be enough for a quick project or give you a taste of a wonderful new yarn.

$50 = 1 Free Skein
$100 = 2 Free Skeins
$150 = 3 Free Skeins
$200 = 4 Free Skeins
$250 = 5 Free Skeins and on and on...

To qualify the order has to total $50 before tax and shipping, and a shipping fee must be charged. While supplies last, yarns and colors will be selected for you.

In This Issue: Pre Orders for Madelinetosh Yarns & Evilla 8/2 / Sideswipe Baby Cardi & Cancun / Patterns for the New Fall Fashions / Ward Off Autumn's Chill with Lace / Socks with Texture / Puppets & Amigurumi by Freshstitches /

Tosh Merino Light

Pre Orders for Madelinetosh Yarns & Evilla 8/2
I know you're trying to get hard to find colors of Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light, Pashima, Vintage, Prairie, Pure Silk Lace and Eyre as well as Evilla 8/2. I’ve added all available colors for these yarns and you may Pre Order them.

The Tosh Merino Light, Pashima, Vintage, Prairie, Pure Silk Lace and Eyre Pre Order ends Monday Sept. 6th. I'll place an order with Madelinetosh on the 6th, orders are taking 12-14 weeks to dye. Your Pre Order will be ready mid November to early December. As soon as the yarn arrives I'll begin shipping. Any In Stock colors, even along with a Pre Order, will ship immediately as usual.

Evilla 8/2

And a large shipment of Evilla 8/2 is due in late September - early October, you may Pre-Order any time prior and your yarn will be shipped as soon as it arrives. Evilla 8/2 is renown for its infinite and exceptional self striping colors. This 100% wool yarn is dyed in long, gradual repeats creating gentle color transitions that showcase your hand crafts. Evilla 8/2 also felts like a dream, opening up even more creative possibilities.

Cancun

Cancun and the Baby Sideswipe Cardi
I'm excited to introduce a new yarn that will make your knitting easier & more interesting, Finlanda's Cancun. Created from a classic linear thread the vibrant alternating colors in Cancun make a lively and playful pattern while knitting in a simple stockinette. Crafted of 75% wool and 25% acrylic this easy care yarn has a pretty color selection just right for garments and accessories for boys and girls.

And Lorna Miser designed the adorable Baby Sideswipe Cardi knit in Cancun. This easy & striking baby cardigan shows off the self striping effect of Cancun brilliantly. The no sewing construction is easy. This drop shouldered cardi is great for boys or girls, just choose which side to put the buttons.

Baby Sideswipe Cardi

Patterns for the New Fall Fashions
From runways to department stores Knitwear is everywhere this Fall. Fresh bold colors and interesting textures, cables, ribbing, stripes and lace put Cardigans and Pullovers on center stage and they're being shown for dress, work & play. While over sized Scarves and Cowls are statement pieces and of course seasonless transitional garments remain key.

Seamless Short Cardigan

Baby Doll Cardi

Lisa Ellis Designs explores the long and short of Fall Cardis. Her classic Baby Doll Cardigan has an open front & drapes over your hips. Its knit from the top down, thus eliminating seams, with subtle ribbing strategically placed to enhance and expand nicely. The finishing gives it a feminine flair that flatters! Variations are provided including five sizes and a cross-over closure. And Lisa's cabled Seamless Short Sweater accents your waist and is knit from the bottom up and the sleeves down for minimal seaming. Layer it with a camisole or blouse and wear it with jeans, a pair of tailored trousers or even a circle skirt.

Wild Primrose

Infinity

Knotsewcute has three easy crochet patterns for must have Fall accessories. Scarves and Cowls complete your every look and the chunky & rugged yet beautiful Wild Primrose Scarf and the chic, urban Infinity, will compliment your outerwear. And they've hit the mark with the Touch of Africa Shoulder Bag this roomy, stylish tote looks fantastic crocheted in easy to wear neutrals.

Touch of Africa Shoulder Bag

Afternoon Breezes

lga Leja has added another easy layering piece to her Linen Collection, Afternoon Breezes. This openwork vest will make your transition into the cool weather seamless. Knit in a light, linen-blend yarn, it barely touches the body, yet graces it with its feminine drape. Its sideways construction, coupled with short-row shaping at the sides and along the front, gives the piece its swingy, A-line silhouette.

Southern Evening Lace Wrap

Ward Off Autumn's Chill with Lace
A new Fall wrap knit in the Alpaca Yarn Company's Suri Elegance, is a decadent, yet very affordable indulgence. The Southern Evening Lace Wrap, comprised of seven separate lace patterns with a choice of two different border patterns. To simplify knitting, its worked one pattern at a time across the width. Its knit with two skeins of Suri Elegance and the instructions are charted and written.

Curatio

And Through the Loops' new Curatio shawl can be knit in two different yarn weights, lace or fingering. This shawl has just enough patterning to keep the knitting interesting, but not overwhelming. The stitch patterns are written and charted.

Textured Socks

Winter Garden

Socks with Texture
The little sock has been hugely popular on runways, knit a pair that will add textural interest to your wardrobe. A woven stitch pattern with a giant cable make Lisa Ellis Designs' Textured Socks visually appealing and rich in texture. And Dawn Brocco's Bohus inspired socks Winter Garden are worked in Cascade Yarns' 220 Wool and Cloud 9. A challenging 3 color leg pattern rewards you with easy Stockinette feet.

Kitten

School Bus

Puppets & Amigurumi by Freshstitches
Have fun with Freshstitches' newest crocheted amigurumi. The School Bus will revive your child's school spirit and get them ready for the new year. Stuart the Clam is an adorable puppet, he's constructed so you can stick your hand in his shell, and even move his eyes! Richie the snake measures 20" long. Don't worry though, he's completely harmless. And enjoy adorable Paul the Walrus without having to go out in the cold. And if you're looking to adopt a kitten, but want one that's low maintenance, try cuddly Nadine.

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