emPower People Bandana
emPower people is a purple colored craftivism project aimed at uniting crafters to spark conversation, engagement, and action. Wear it when you vote, grocery shop, march, or stitch in your socially isolated bedroom. From one of the organizers: "We would love to see a sea of purple to represent unity so please tell your friends, family, knitting groups, or anyone who can knit, crochet, or sew a simple pattern. Make a bandana and a commitment to vote!"
Free knit & crochet patterns on Ravelry. Sewing pattern and more info at the emPower People website. Find our dk weight yarns here. Please spread the word!
Dragon's Lore Scarf Kit
Rik designed this amazing double-knit scarf to knit while fighting dragons during his weekly gaming night. The secret magic feature of this scarf is having completely different designs on each side, and yet it's even easier than regular double-knitting! Check out more Purl's kit offerings here.
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Special Drop Ship Kits
Yarn companies are working to give a boost to LYSes (Local Yarn stores) by offering drop ship kits. Check out these offerings from Rowan and Knitting Fever (including Noro kits). Find out more here.
Purl's Yarn Emporium
Purl's is a local yarn store in Asheville, NC.
During the COVID-19 crisis our brick & mortar store remains CLOSED to customers but you can call, email, or (preferably) use this online store to get your fiber needs met (and we certainly appreciate your business during this difficult time).
We are now offering Local Pick Up (NOT at our downtown location but from our porch). Shipping is otherwise Flat Rate to the US and Canada.
We are continuing to add products to our Shopify page for online purchase. Please call if there is something you are looking for that you are not finding listed online: 828-253-2750. If we do not answer, please email us and we'll get in touch as soon as possible.
A friendly home-away-from-home, Purl’s yarns have stories: local farmers, indie dyers, fair trade products and cool yarns from the USA and around the world. Whether you’re stitching for your grandkids, your roller-derby team, or your favorite Time Lord, Purl’s welcomes you!
Besides searching the collections, you can also search in the top left window by weight such as "lace," "fingering," "dk/sport," "worsted," "chunky/bulky," "super bulky."