I went to Glen Ellyn for the first time a few days ago, because the only dealer for knitting machines for hours around lives there (more on that later!). Stopped by the LYS (of course), String Theory. Cute shop founded after 9/11, sells a lot of yarns with eco-friendly and people-friendly labels. For example, they were featuring some Afghanistan cashmere that was really nice. Soft and light, like the usual cashmere; but with a bit more rugged feel. Would have totally picked some up, except the cost was $24/skein, and 3 skeins required for just a pair of fingerless gloves. Yikes.
Next door was an awesome vintage store. I picked up a couple of watercolors for less than $10. They had a shelf in the back that was full of crocheted and quilted afghans!
Wow! Must. Resist. The Handknits.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to hear about the knitting machines!