Lion Brand Newsletter January 28, 2005 - Crochet Man-chos, Lion Brand en Español, Valentines patterns
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January 28, 2005

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1. Crochet Man-chos
Because you asked for it, our most popular Men's Poncho patterns are now available in both knit and crochet patterns:

   

Our Readers in Their own Write

We just wanted to share this beautiful essay submitted by one of our readers

A Teacher's Yarn

I teach English. Or at least that’s what I signed on for twelve years ago. But I teach in an at-risk school in California—one of the most socially diverse schools in the one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the most culturally diverse state in the Great American Melting Pot.

It’s dizzying. It’s maddening. It has nothing to do with what I signed on for. That’s why, ever-so-slightly, I changed the rules of enlistment ...

... Continued ...

Customer Project of the Month
Fun Fur Scarf

"I wanted to send in my favorite scarf pattern. It's the extra long scarves that are popular but it has enough bulk to still be warm. I made it up last year when I wanted some inexpensive, quick, easy gifts. I made at least a dozen for Christmas last year...

 ... Continued ...

Pattern of the Week

The look of fur complements cool coloration and cozy warmth in this knit homespun poncho with fur collar


Knit
or crochet the Oversized Poncho -- a great look for these cold days!

NOW!  Knit or  crochet this or the man's version in the pine / goldenrod /wood colorway

For the special guy-- try our Man's Poncho in the  knitted or the new crochet version

2. Lion Brand en Español

This week, we are offering six more patterns in Spanish.

For a complete listing of patterns available in Spanish, visit Lion Brand en Español.  


Chenille Thick & Quick Crochet Beret and Pocket Scarf
English Version  
En Español
  

Chenille Thick & Quick Easy Knit Vest
English Version  
 En Español  

Chenille Thick & Quick Crocheted Throw
English Version   
En Español
   
 

Jiffy Thick & Quick
Crochet Hat and Scarf
English Version   
En Español

Lion Suede Knit Hat & Scarf
English Version   
En Español

Lion Suede Crochet Shawl
English Version   
En Español

3. Think Valentines

Valentine's Day is everyone's favorite holiday and Lion Brand is everyone's favorite yarn -- a great combination!

What better opportunity to make little gift that's colorful and fun!  Here are a few quick and easy styles to knit or crochet for yourself or someone you love.

Watch this space next week for even more free knit and crochet patterns that say a warm 'I love you!'


Knit Chenille Wrap

Knit the Pom-Pom Scarf

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With Warmest Regards,
Your friends at Lion Brand Yarn
Lion Brand Yarn

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