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Sheep(ish) Coming to Michael's Test Stores!

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I'm thrilled to announce that in less than 3 weeks Sheep(ish) will be in 20, Michaels test stores! I need your help, though. If the first Stitch.Rock.Love yarn doesn't do well at these stores, then it wont get picked up for the rest of their stores in the future. I would really love to get permanent placement in ALL Michaels stores. If you live near any of the test stores, please pop in

New Sheep(ish) Pattern: Lacy Daisy Ascot

(Shown in color: Yellow(ish)

My latest Sheep(ish) design, the Lacy Daisy Ascot, is now available for free on Caron.com. It's a 1-ball project so if you've been waiting for something small to make before you gave Sheep(ish) a try, then it's time to pick up those sticks!

Lacy Daisy ads a pop of color to any outfit and makes a great gift item for teachers, girlfriends, and moms! It'll

New Sheep(ish) Pattern: Pumpkin Pixie Hat

It me be hot outside now, but before you know it you'll be looking for something to keep your kiddos warm! My latest Sheep(ish) design, the Pumpkin Pixie hat, will have you (or your child's head, as it were) covered!
Knit up in colors: Lime(ish) and Coral(ish), the graduating stripes, earflaps and nubbin top are a little bit elfin and a little bit punk rock! Get the pattern on Caron.com and nab

Sheep(ish) Bowl Cozy in Create & Decorate

Brighten up your table with this easy-to-crochet, container cozy. Made in Sheep(ish) color, Robin's Egg(ish), this becozied bowl gives an unexpected handmade touch to an otherwise drab dish. Get the pattern today, in the August issue of Create & Decorate Magazine!
Get the yarn for this project at JoAnn Etc., Herrschners and Buy.Caron.com!

Stitch.Rock.Love,Vickie

NEW Sheep(ish) Pattern: Color Card Scarf

Color CardMistake Rib, Rainbow ScarfMaterials3 Balls (or up to 21!) Stitch.Rock.Love Sheep(ish) for Caron (30%Wool/70% Acrylic; 167 yds/154m) in assorted colors.Size US 8 (5mm) NeedlesTapestry NeedleGauge SchmaugeDirectionsCO 31 sts.Row 1: K2, P2; ending with K1.Row 2: Repeat Row 1 (These 2 rows make Mistake Rib Pattern)Rows 3-168: Repeat last two rows, changing colors after every 4th row.Note:

New Sheep(ish) Pattern: Chain Link Eternity Scarf!

Get the Chain Link pattern here!Ok, I know we're in the middle of a heat wave and so the timing isn't awesome, but the pattern for one of my favorite Sheep(ish) projects is now available on Caron.com! The Chain Link Eternity Scarf (the longer sister to the Chain Gang Scarf from my site) is knit up in a double-strand of Camel(ish), making it relatively quick to make and luscious to wear. Get the

KARE 11 TV Appearance at Knit & Crochet Show

I Love: Sewing in a Straight Line

Last week I went to New York to style the next round of Sheep(ish) garments that will go into the Caron Connections newsletter, and then to shoot the cover (I'll be on it, wearing a Sheep(ish) cowl I designed) of the holiday issue of Knit Simple Magazine. The highlight of my trip though, had to be meeting up with the delightful Brett Bara for dinner and a trip to the Met to see the Alexander

3 NEW SHEEP(ish) PATTERNS!

Hey there! Just a quick, drive-by posting to show you all of the new, Sheep(ish) patterns that have come out over the past few weeks. Take a gander, get 'em for free at Caron.com, grab yourself some Sheep(ish) at Buy.Caron.com or JoAnn superstores, and get stitchin'!Topside CardiModern Love(y) Blankets(Modern Chic version)(Retro-pop version)Flea Market Bag, by Linda PermannStitch.Rock.Love,Vickie

NEW SHEEP(ish) PATTERN: Penny Arcade Jacket

My latest design in Sheep(ish) is available for free now on Caron.com. For this one, I paired the wavy lines of the Arcade Stitch pattern with a clean, boxy cut to create a roomy, go-with-everything jacket. Penny Arcade can be dressed up by belting and pairing with a funky skirt or sleek pants. Make it casual by throwing it over a t-shirt and jeans. It works with anybody's style really, and is