The [Sorry, item discontinued or temporarily out of stock] issue is all about global community and how the crafts we love can bring us all together. What better way to celebrate cross-cultural connections than designs inspired by postage stamps! In true Pom Pom fashion, they take it one step further by creating these pieces using yarns that were sourced from each chosen stamp’s country of origin (when possible). Read on to check out some of my favorite projects from this cheerful, bright Spring issue:

Featuring big and cozy natural fiber knits in some of our favorite yarns, plus a tale of Idaho sheep, and a cover story with superhero knitter Krysten Ritter, of Marvel’s Jessica Jones… We’re sure you’ll enjoy the latest [Sorry, item discontinued or temporarily out of stock] . Click through for a few of our favorite projects:

The [Sorry, item discontinued or temporarily out of stock] issue features a variety of helpful and interesting articles, with a special focus on weaving and fun projects that help you put some of that new knowledge to use. See more of the great features in this issue below:

The [Sorry, item discontinued or temporarily out of stock] issue offers a diverse collection of patterns, from cozy cardigans to dapper menswear. Cables, colorwork and texture abound in this issue – including some projects featuring the au courant brioche stitch. Whether your inspiration is cozying up at home or looking for adventure on the road, the Spring 2018 issue has plenty of projects to keep you outfitted in style.

This cozy and versatile jacket uses bulky Jo Sharp Silkroad Ultra Yarn to create a luxuriously soft yet structured garment. Inspired by a fitted leather jacket, the Scoot Jacket also features a feminine peplum and cabled waist detail.
Sizes available: 37.5 (41, 45, 53.5)” bust.
Yarn: 15 (16, 19, 21, 24) balls Jo Sharp Silkroad Ultra Yarn or 900 (960, 1140, 1260, 1440) yards bulky weight yarn.

This week only: Jo Sharp Silkroad Ultra Yarn is on sale! Read more about Silkroad Ultra, our item of the week here, and grab a great deal.

This easy to wear cardigan features an all over geometric texture that is created by adding garter stitch squares to an all over brioche background.  The dropped shoulder construction makes this a flattering shape for men and women both, and the pockets add just the right amount of detail.
Sizes available: 40 (43, 45.5, 48.5, 51, 54)” bust.
Yarn: 2296 (2624, 2624, 2952, 3280, 3280) yards DK weight yarn, such as Jo Sharp Silkroad DK Tweed Yarn or Acadia by The Fibre Company Yarn. 

Oh look, more brioche! This awesome wrapper is worked in pieces and seamed. I have to be honest – I fully intend to drop whatever I’ve got on my needles at home so that I can make this. The clever but simple design looks like a fun project, and I love the resulting cocoon shape of the garment. It’s like wearing a shawl without the fuss! This is an easy one to find yarn for, too. This would be the height of luxury knit up in Katia Cotton-Merino Yarn or [Sorry, item discontinued or temporarily out of stock] , but I think I might use Malabrigo Rios Superwash Merino Wool Yarn for a more colorful version.
Sizes available: 44 (49, 52, 55.5)” bust.
Yarn: 1090 (1308, 1308, 1526) yards worsted weight yarn.

I don’t know about you, but this [Sorry, item discontinued or temporarily out of stock] issue has got me itching to go home, snuggle up and knit. I can’t think of a better way to spend a cold wintry weekend!

[Sorry, item discontinued or temporarily out of stock] is filled with eco-friendly projects that are inspiring for both their beauty and their frugal, thoughtful goodness! Explore the benefits of various materials and unique ways to use them.

There’s nothing more earth friendly (or wallet friendly) than making the most of what has already been made, and finding creative ways of stretching every resource a little further. Enter upcycling. In Expand Your Yarn Sources; Recycle Old Sweaters, Pam James’ takes us step by step through the best way to reclaim the yarn from old sweaters and turn it into creative new materials. Find out what to look for as you empty your closet or head to the thrift store and discover techniques to give old sweaters a new life in your handwoven pieces. (Above, Pam uses two ball winders at a time to unravel multiple sections of a sweater. Try the Knitter's Pride Ball / Wool Winder to speed up your process.)

Nothing says comfort like natural 100% wool, and Cascade Eco and Cascade Eco Plus Wool Yarn deliver beautiful results in the Double Down Eco-Friendly Blanket by Elisabeth Hill. Durable, soft and elegant this double weave blanket is big enough for you and your sweetie to snuggle up with for a movie and it’s simple to weave. The hefty Eco Wool skeins boast 478 yards each. (Finished dimensions: 56″ x 90″ plus a 4″ fringe.)

When the new issue of [Sorry, item discontinued or temporarily out of stock] arrived in the store, my coworker placed a copy directly into my hands because he knows how much I love this magazine. We’ve only been carrying Selvedge for a little while and it is already one of my favorite fiber publications. It’s just chock full of beautiful photography and interesting articles on a wide range of fiber and textile related subjects. I can hardly put the magazine down once I start reading! Rather than a traditional table of contents, the articles are sorted into categories such as, Attire: Critical Reporting of Fashion Trends, Anecdote: Textiles that Touch Our Lives, Industry: From Craft to Commerce, and more.

Anyone who practices a handcraft knows the importance of keeping a craft alive, whether for fun, for profit, or just to feel a sense of pride and accomplishment from making something by hand. When I weave I enjoy feeling a connection to the past and the multitudes of other weavers who came before and who will come after me. Even reading this magazine gives me a sense of connection to the widespread fiber world. Do yourself a favor and grab your copy of [Sorry, item discontinued or temporarily out of stock] today!