Tara Tweed by Tahki Yarns

Tara Tweed Yarn - NEW! This supersoft wool-blend tweed is a lofty worsted weight yarn that's lightweight enough to wear indoors. Great stitch definition and an unexpected palette of colors make this yarn stand out from the crowd..

80% Wool, 20% Nylon

Custom Drop Spindles from KCL Woods

What do you get when you combine a love of rocks and wood, plus a lot of talent. Custom drop spindles with rock inlays of course!

Ken Ledbetter has been working with wood for years, but when he moved to Arizona in 1999, he started making drop spindles among other things. We are most lucky to have his product in our shop as another local artist.




You will have a unique opportunity to see Ken at work on October 16th as he demos at Tempe Yarn. He will also be holding a huge trunk show of his drop spindles and other items.

Sam's Artwork

Sam's commitment to knitting is as amazing as the skills her husband, "Dub", has as a tattoo artist.

Yumiko Alexander (Dan Doh) New Patterns

Yumiko Alexander has just released two new patterns.


"Ripples and Waves" is a intermediate knitting pattern. Her attention to detail can be seen in this lovely pattern.

"Circle Around" is a crochet purse pattern for intermediate to experienced.

These two new patterns add to her ongoing collection of wonderful patterns.

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25,000th Transaction

When we first opened Tempe Yarn & Fiber, we were excited to have ten people in the shop during a day.
Now fast forward a few short years and today we had our 25,000th transaction. The 25,000th transaction was a first time customer from Washington. She was surprised when Aaron presented her with a $25.00 gift card to celebrate the event.

We want to thank each and everyone who has continued to shop and tell others about Tempe Yarn & Fiber.

See if you can find yourself in the picture!

September Class/Event Schedules Are Out

We've got some great classes in September, including JC Briar's classes. Check out the schedule by clicking here.

Then there are all the events.

Remember we will be open on Labor Day.

We Have A Copy of Yumiko Alexander's "Warm Earth" Pattern Book

We received a pre-release copy of "Warm Earth." Stop by and have a look at this great pattern book and place your pre-order for the September 11th book signing with Yumiko.

Tempe Yarn & Fiber is pleased to announce that Yumiko Alexander will be holding a book signing on September 11 (from noon to 4pm) for her upcoming book of patterns "Warm Earth." Yumiko is a regular at TYF and while she has published numerous individual patterns over the past several years, Warm Earth is her first book. We are proud of all she has accomplished and are happy that she is associated in a small way with our shop.

Artist Demo & Trunk Show This Saturday

This Saturday from noon till 3:30, Kathy Canuel, from SDG Creations, will be holding a large trunk show to display her hand made jewelry. She will also be demonstrating how many of the items are made.

Kathy is a local artist with nearly 10 years of jewelry making experience in a whole range of styles and techniques. She's published two instructional polymer clay articles with Polymer Cafe magazine.

Kathy's attention to detail and precision sets her work apart in a modern world that seems to celebrate mistakes as the mark of handmade items. Kathy makes what she loves, finding great happiness in the creative process, and she hopes that comes out in every one of her pieces.

Stop by to meet and watch Kathy work.

Malabrigo ARRIVED!

Malabrigo sock yarns (plus worsted and Rasta) ARRIVED on Tuesday afternoon. There is lots of it! Stop by and look at the lovely colors, touch and feel it.

Sweet Malabrigo dreams tonight, tomorrow you can have it in your hands.

Mission Falls 1824 Cotton Yarn

The shades of 1824 Cotton are inspiring. The sophisticated palette lends itself well to both adults and young ones. The subtle textures and gauge makes (18 sts and 24 rows) makes it a very easy 100% cotton to work with.

It is an easy care cotton that can be machine washed and dried on the gentle cycle.

Take note that all of the cotton patterns are interchangeable with our 1824 Wool patterns.

Dream in Color - Smooshy Sock Yarn

	4 oz & ≈450 yards 6.5 to 8 sts. per inch U.S. 1 to 3 needles

We just received this wonderful sock yarn is made of 100% Superfine Superwash Merino and is spun and hand dyed in the USA. Smooshy colors are inspired by the play of light in nature, the veil dyeing process brings depth and life to color, giving garments a subtle, dramatic, shimmer and shine.

While veil dyed yarn has all the unique character of other hand-dyed yarns it will not 'landscape' or 'pool'. The result is a magnificent flattering garment every time. One skein will make a pair of most sizes of socks. You don't have to just wear it on your feet though. Show off this spectacular yarn with a shawl or maybe a pair of fingerless gloves.

All-Knitted Animated Music Video

Debbie from our Ravelry group (Tempe Yarn & Fiber's Fred Made Me Do It) posted this link. In cased you missed it, it's worth a watch. This beautiful animated video for the Quebec, Canada group Tricot Machine (tricot means knitting) is made from over 700 frames all knitted.

Click here.

Malabrigo Yarn Background...

Nancy P. found the following post on a Malabrigo junkies group. We wanted to share this with you.

"The farms that produce Malabrigo wool allow their sheep to go free-range through the hills of Uruguay, where they are allowed to eat whatever grass or plants they find, and are herded by actual old-style shepards. They are not certified organic sheep because they are injected with vaccinations and antibiotics (to keep them from spreading or contracting disease from other livestock that use their trails, like cows), and because the grass they eat in some areas may have been fertilized, which is another organic no-no. They are, however, treated well, and are not pent up in small barns or pens, except during shearing season, when they have to be rounded up and branded.

After the wool is collected, it goes on to an EcoTex certified spinning mill, where they turn it into the different bases. All the wool is merino except Gruesa (and maybe Aquarella), which is corriedale. The wool is processed with as little water waste as possible, and as few chemicals as possible. Whatever water and waste is not able to be re-used for the process is sent to a special detoxification plant, where they clean and treat it and put it back into regular use. So the process by which the yarn is spun is very low-pollution or no pollution at all, in many places.

The wool is then brought to the Malabrigo mill, where they dye it, and then send the dye waste to a detoxification treatment center, as well.

Just thought you might want to know a little bit about what goes into producing your yarn, and feel a little better about the entire process! I have been working here for several days, too, and wanted to let you know that the working conditions here are wonderful. We have very large windows and large, open spaces in which to work, and we are allowed to take breaks whenever we want (this applies to any workers at the factory, not just me, don´t worry). We eat lunch in a small cafeteria family style, it is a lot of fun, and the building is undergoing renovations to make it safer and better, too. The processes by which the yarn is dyed and prepared are very safe, too, as safe as possible for the company, and there have been no injuries since my arrival.

I know these are things that I worry about, as a knitter, and thought you might be interested!

The Institute of Marketology (IMO) has certified our wool provider meets the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) -- this means that the process to make the wool is organic, according to world organic standards.

Also, none of our sheep farmers (or any sheep farmers in Uruguay) practice mulesing, which is a common practice for Australian merino wools, since the sheep are susceptible to fly strike with the extra folds they have been bred for. Here in Uruguay, we don’t need to practice mulesing -- so if you were worried at all, our favorite wool is mulesing free, and has been certified as such by the Uruguayan Secretary of Wool (Uruguayo de la Lana), since 2008."

New Books Just Arrived!

From simple to sculptural, the original cable patterns explored in this must-have resource create a foundation of techniques for designing signature knitwear. Basic twisted stitches, complex interpretations of cables, reversible cables, adding texture and color, turning stitches around, constructing cables with I-cord, and wrapping stitches to create the illusion of cables are some of the integrated techniques detailed in this guide. Contained within are more than 15 original cable patterns for pullovers, jackets, bags, socks, and accessories. Also included is information on a new charting system for predicting cable behavior as well as tips on cabling without a cable needle, choosing the best yarns for specific cable effects, and designing original cable patterns.

Back by popular demand, this is the must-have guidebook for anyone who wants to stitch knits that fit and flatter! You'll find the techniques and templates from the original edition along with even more tips and tricks, plus the answers to FAQs from readers.

* Choose from nine gauges and 30 sizes as you customize your designs

* Indulge your creativity with styling details such as body length, neckline shaping, and armhole type

* Discover more freedom in your knitting with these versatile templates

The Weaver's Studio: Doubleweave begins with a brief history of doubleweave and how it has evolved into the contemporary weaving pieces seen today. Next, you will learn all the basics of doubleweave techniques, as well as tips and tricks of setting up the warp, and a variety of doubleweave specialty techniques all shown through detailed process photography and a wealth of swatches demonstrating different effects. Specialty techniques are shown for 4-shaft and 8-shaft looms. The weaving effects covered include lace, tubular weave, pick-up, color mixing, and more. And since doubleweave showcases color and pattern in unique ways, you will learn how to use these to great effect in your cloth designs. Throughout the book, you will find a wealth of inspiration with many examples of finished cloth and projects, from wall hangings and table runners to scarves and pillows.

Woolbur is not like the other sheep in the herd. He runs with the dogs, instead of standing still with the sheep. He won’t shear his wool in the springtime, as the other sheep do. Woolbur does many things that make him different from the other sheep. His Maa and Paa are very worried about Woolbur. But Grandpaa doesn’t worry at all. When Woolbur’s Maa and Paa insist he be like the other sheep, Woolbur has his own creative way to make that happen!

"Care 7" Charity Knitting EndsYou Guys Are GREAT!

We have the greatest and most giving customers in the world.

Below are a few of the items that they've made over the past couple months for Care 7.

We only hope that the caring and love that went into making these items are passed on to those who receive them.

Care 7 (City of Tempe Crisis Response Team) is a group of dedicated and professionally trained staff (city employees) and community members (volunteers) who provide 24 hour on-scene crisis intervention services in Tempe. Care 7 focuses on the emotional and practical needs of the family and/or individual in crisis while police and fire personnel attend to law enforcement, medical emergency and fire suppression needs.

Mystery Rug Pattern

This TYF designed pattern is available for sell at Tempe Yarn & Fiber.

Town & Country Shawl Pattern

This TYF designed pattern is available for sell at Tempe Yarn & Fiber.

Sampler Bag Pattern

This TYF designed pattern is available for sell at Tempe Yarn & Fiber.

Reversible Cabled Scarf Pattern

This TYF designed pattern is available for sell at Tempe Yarn & Fiber.

Q&A Lap Blanket Pattern

This TYF designed pattern is available for sell at Tempe Yarn & Fiber.

Market Bag Pattern

This TYF designed pattern is available at Tempe Yarn & Fiber.

Learning Curve Crochet Shawl

This TYF designed pattern is for sell at Tempe Yarn & Fiber.