Manos del Uruguay and Coastal Knits Trunk Show

Trunk Show this Saturday!

Join us for a Manos Trunk Show at Stash!

Saturday, March 28th

10 am - 4 pm

Featuring the Manos del Uruguay Yarns Spring 2015 Collection

And knit samples from the book Coastal Knits by Knitwear designers Alana Dakos 

and Hannah Fettig

Come see the samples in person, order the exact yarn you want for your project, and enjoy treats, refreshments, and door prizes!

Manos 2015 Spring Collection

Manos 2015 Spring Collection

Coastal Knits Trunk Show

Knitwear designers Alana Dakos and Hannah Fettig are two friends living on opposite ends of the United States. They have come together to produce Coastal Knits, a compilation of ten fresh designs inspired by Alana's California and Hannah's Maine coastlines. Each design captures the essence of their favorite local destinations, and is accompanied by photographs and essays on the location's special meaning to the designer. It is a personal, inspiration-based collection of sweaters and accessories that knitters of all levels will appreciate.

Manos del Uruguay's Alegria

In Spanish Alegria means Joy.  I have to say when you knit with this hand-painted sock yarn from Manos del Uruguay all you feel is joy!  The colors alone are enough to brighten any grey day, then there is the softness of the superwash merino.  Alegria is the perfect choice for any fingering weight project, from socks to shawls and even baby projects.  I've knit a couple shawls and love them, I've seen socks knit with it and they are amazing!  If you are not into the super bights above, you can try a more subdue palette like the skeins below, which I think are perfect Autumn colors!

Two NEW Yarns from Manos del Uruguay!

Manos has come out with two new yarns, and I couldn't be more excited!

First up is Fino an elegant and refined blend of super soft merino and luxurious silk.  This lightweight yarn is perfect for heirloom accessories or luxurious garments, think Knitbots Featherweight!  Fino uses a new dyed process that produces complex subtle tonal colors.  I grabbed a skein the minute this was delivered and made two cowls, this was a dream to knit.  Seriously soft!  I get the goose bumps when wearing the cowl I made for myself, the Honey Cowl on Ravelry.  This sport weight yarn carries a whopping 490yds/100 gram skein.

Fino

Next is Alegria, which means "joy" in Spanish.  Alegria is an easy-to-care-for yarn is pretty amazing colors which are handpainted to create a color explosion in every skein.  This is the perfect choice for socks, baby garments or fingering weight accessories.   The fingering weight yarn carries 445 yds/100g skein in a washable merino/polyamide blend.  I'm sitting here staring at my skein dreaming of the possibilities, another soft yarn from Manos!  I'm off to search Ravelry for the perfect pattern for my Alegira!

Alegria

Happy Stitchin'

Manos Classica Limited Edition 5

Manos has been a long time favorite at Stash.  The saturated colors, perfect stitch definition, and quality fibers make any yarn from Manos the perfect choice for any of your projects.  Every month a limited edition color is delivered to Stash, once they are gone they are gone!  This is the latest is the Limited Edition installments and it is the perfect color to brighten a bleak, grey January day.  Hurry in to grab your skein, I think this one will disappear as fast as the past limited edition colors!

the newest manos maxima colors: oxygen, natural, foil, coral, spirulina

It's no secret that Manos is one of my favorite yarns to knit with.  Here are the newest colors of Maxima.  Maxima is a super soft merino worsted weight yarn with great yardage, making it the perfect choice for one skein knitting and crochet projects.

limited edition 04

limited edition 02-picture from manos del uruguay FB page

This year Manos introduced limited edition color for the Manos Classica wool.  These limited colors are available while supplies last.  Once they are gone, they are gone!  Stash has color 02 and 04 in stock.  Color 02 is a beautiful blend of grays and naturals.  One skein is all you need to make a hat, grab two and make a cowl or scarf.  Color 04 is the perfect blend of reds, a color you have to see in person to truly appreciate!

Manos Maxima Now in Solid Colors and Free Patterns

  

 

Maxima is a super soft and squishy kettle-dyed yarn. The worsted weight one-ply construction makes it a great all purpose yarn, and the fantastic yardage makes it perfect for 1 skein accessory projects. Fun, bright, intense colors will make your hand made item stand out from the crowd! Mix up these VIBRANT colors to make an exciting fair isle hat or pair of gloves. Visit the Manos web site for great free patterns to support all you favorite Manos yarns.



Hand Full of Berries Free Pattern



Montevideo Free Pattern



Quick Knit Holiday Gift Idea

Need a quick knit for a holiday gift?  Try the "Welted Fingerless Gloves"  from Churchmouse.  I love these patterns!  They are so well written and the photos by Jared Flood are amazing.  I cast on the first of the pair last night and knit one while watching a movie, and just finished the second one tonight.   The photo shows the gloves knit in Manos Silk, which I've used to make two pairs and love them, but any DK weight yarn will do.  This pattern is a great stash buster or a perfect special yarn project.

Manos del Uruguay Lace

Manos del Uruguay Lace is a delicate blend of baby alpaca, silk and cashmere. It produces beautiful, intricate fabrics with crisp stitch definition.

Fun bright solids and subtle space dyed colors create a fantastic introductory palette.

CONTENT: 70% baby alpaca, 25% silk, 5% cashmere

LENGTH: 439 yds

Knitting and crocheting with Manos del Uruguay's yarns is always an environmentally and socially responsible act, because as a member of the World Fair Trade Organization, they're committed to improving the lives of the farmers and artisans who help create their amazing fibers!

Free Manos Lace Mirabelle Scarf pattern by: Jennifer May here

Manos Rittenhouse Merino

Manos has a new yarn and it is AMAZING! Lot o' skeins just arrived today. I may be a little selfish and keep them for myself. Just kidding, this yarn is just too great to keep for myself. As described by the manufacturer: Pure, extra fine merino wool in a worsted-weight yarn with an unbeatable combination of wonderful softness, excellent stitch definition, and rich color. Come in quick and see the great colors and feel the softness.

News I Love to Share!

News I love to share: Recently, after a long and exhaustive evaluation process, Manos del Uruguay has been admitted as a full member of WFTO (World Fair Trade Organization), the global representative body of over 350 organizations committed to 100% Fair Trade. This recognizes the mission of Manos del Uruguay to eradicate poverty through sustainable economic development, pioneering social and environmental policy and practice, and continual reinvestment in marginalized artisans, farmers and producer communities. To learn please visit the web site of Manos distributor Fairmount Fibers

Manos is and has always been a favorite of mine. It works up beautiful garments, warm and cozy hats, and felts like no other yarn out there, in my opinion. Look for more Manos colors coming soon after I move into the new space at 301 Jerry St in Castle Rock, CO

WOW!

I've opened boxes that were delivered to my door before and was over excited about the contents. Everything we've ordered for Stash so far has been beautiful, in our eyes. But, when I opened this last box I was speechless. I hope the pictures do the colors of the yarn justice! Trust me when I say WOW!

Manos Wool Olivewood

Manos Wool Mermaid

Manos Wool Cornucopia

Christmas Stocking Class

Another great and fun class at Stash. Diane and Cheryl are getting a head start on their Christmas stockings. Diane chose a beautiful green color from Manos called malachite. Cheryl's is an amazing Manos red variegated wool named flame!