Thank you for being a YarnMarket.com customer, and we have great news for you. There's still time to pick out just the right gift for your favorite friends and relatives who love to knit or crochet and be sure they receive your thoughtful gift. But how can this be, you say, since the big event is less than a week away??? Well, let us count down the ways Yarnmarket can make it easy & convenient for you including complete projects to order with one click, last-minute stocking stuffers and even more hot gift ideas plus gift wrapping services & shipping guidelines for this week. We even have several new items in stock just in time for holiday shipping plus another yarn brand on sale at 20% off!!!!

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Kollage Yarns Now on Sale at 20% Off into the New Year

Glisten Kollage Kimono

We know how much you've been enjoying our sales on many of your favorite brands, and now we're launching a three-week sale on all the terrific fibers from Susan and Mark Moraca at Kollage Yarns. From now through January 9th, 2012, you can enjoy significant savings on such fabulous Kollage Yarns as Glisten, Sock-a-licious, Riveting, Passion, Riveting Worsted and Luscious Multi, just to name a few of the goodies.

We even feature a Yarnmarket-exclusive from Kollage -- Abstractions yarn, a multi-textured, multi-stranded, multi-hued concoctions that are clever interpretations of abstract watercolor paintings by American artists Sharon Will and Sandra Packer. Each color is based on an individual painting reflecting emotion or intellect: Impulse, Contemplation, Discovery, Excitement, Determination. And just look at the lovely Abstractions Cotton Candy Scarf project to discover just how sensationally this yarn works up.

By the way, don't you just love the names the Kollage yarn mavens select for their yarns too? Not only do the names fit their fiber creations, they also inspire us to experiment with their fantastic fiber blends as do the terrific patterns from the Kollage design team. Now we know you like to browse for yourself, but we have a few staff recommendations of some of our favorite Kollage projects for you too. First off, take a peek at the Glisten Kollage Kimono. We love the relaxed lines of this jacket, the beautiful drape of the "Glisten" yarn and the expanded sizing from Small to 3X. Then for year-round versatility, we highly recommend the Riveting Southern Sun Sweater with its classic lines enhanced by a clever motif on the right lower front. And last but certainly not least, check out what Kollage has to offer in their baby and children's projects such as the adorable Baby Keegan Hat & Socks, the feminine Little Barn Dance Skirt and the traditional Kevin Sweater Vest.

Consider Complete Projects to Give as Kits Plus a New Ruffling Yarn We Bet You'll Love

Easy Broadway Scarf

One of the easiest ways to pick out a fantastic gift is to look over the 4500+ complete kits we have set up for your shopping convenience in our Project Ideas department.

Just choose the category for a favorite type of garment such as Scarves, Cowls & Ties, Women's Cardigans or Baby & Kid's Stuff and browse through the choices. Or look at the newest projects in the left hand sidebar of the Project Ideas Home Page, and go with the latest trends. No matter which option you select, you need just 1 click on the "Add Project to Basket" link at the bottom of each project's "Shopping List," and you'll soon have the complete project kit on its way to your favorite crafter.

Now here are some staff suggestions to get those creative juices flowing starting with a brand new yarn and a free pattern to get you started:

Knitting Fever has another winner on their hands with beautifully elegant Broadway yarn. Designed as a loosely woven netting yarn with large openings, "Broadway" stands out from the crowd of self-rufflers now on the market in one particular way that we love. Instead of having the metallic woven throughout the net, "Broadway" has the metallic polyester concentrated along just one edge. The end result is a glamorous edging to your ruffles that no other yarn will give you as you can see in the sophisticated Easy Broadway Scarf.

Sometimes we find the best projects in a new pattern collection featuring some of our favorite yarns, and that is what has happened with the recent release of Knit Noro Accessories jam packed with 30 projects such as the Iro Riverbed Rib Hat, the Taiyo Scale Pattern Mitts and the Kureyon Eyelet Bobble Scarf.

Then for that expectant Mom or Dad or new Grandma in your life, consider the Easy Puffin Baby Blanket for them to create for the newborn. Knitted in just the stockinette & garter stitches, this cute baby blanket will be the supersoft hit for any wee one.

Beginning knitters will enjoy the Big Softie Go Faster Scarf and the Easy Snowflake Chunky Hat starting with a free pattern and that can be sized to fit everyone in your family, while we recommend the Caledon Crocheted Ruffle Muff and the Bathing Beauty Crocheted Bath Mitt for beginning crocheters.

And for the experienced knitter to make for herself, we recommend the Gracie's Lace Vine Wrap or the Anny Blatt Paulie Jacket to add that French panache to your wardrobe.

More Great Options from Hadaki Plus Stocking Stuffers to Delight & Fascinate

Insulated Lunch Pod

Just in time for holiday shipping we have ready for you more goodies from Hadaki including a number of items to mix & match with your French Market Bag and Hannah's Tote:

The Insulated Lunch Pod is a colorful way to carry your lunch or use it as a fun handbag instead.

The Large Money Pod helps you make a fashion statement while organizing your cash, credit cards, even your double-pointed needles!

The Multitasker Pouch is perfect for all occasions where a water repellant storage bag would come in handy like when you're on the beach with a swimsuit to stash away.

The cute Pens/Brushes Pouch will hold all of your small tools & accessories that typically get lost.

The Zip Carry All Pod in 3 convenient sizes is a convenient way to store your craft essentials or protect other supplies in your suitcase.

Also the knitters & crocheters we know want to stay up to date with the latest trends in patterns, books, tools & accessories, so of course, we have lots of terrific ideas for gifts in those departments too. For the season we have added special "Stocking Stuffer" areas under Books & Patterns and in our Tools & Accessories section. Look through the full lists or go with some of our favorites including:

Jam-packed Knitter's Handy Guide to Yarn Requirements printed as an informative fold-out booklet with advice on how much yarn you'll need for a variety of projects using different yarn weights & gauges;

Innovative, easy-to-use StitchKeepers By Rollie for all the sock lovers on your gift list;

Lovely yet functional Lantern Moon Repair Hook available in both ebony and rosewood to match your Lantern Moon needles and crochet hooks;

Any of the Vogue Knitting On-the-Go series designed as the right size to fit conveniently in a storage bag or Christmas stocking;

Lots of Crochet Books for your favorite crocheter's inspiration & enjoyment; and

For the multi-media lovers on your gift list, the terrific selection in our DVDs area.

And for the Last Minute Rush, Check Out Our Gift Wrapping & Gift Certificate Options

Instant Gift Certificate

Also with our gift-wrapping service for just $5.50 per box, you can have us wrap the gift for you, include a special personal note & ship it directly to your favorite someone. Just check the box for "gift wrapping" when finalizing the details of your order online or tell the customer service rep when placing your phone order.

Or if you want to leave the choice up to that crafty friend or relative or are tight on time, go for an Instant Gift Certificate with the convenient link on our Home Page. Choose between printing out the certificate & giving it yourself or have us send it by e-mail either immediately or on the specific day (December 25th?) with your personal holiday greeting. Now what could be easier than that?

Shipping Tips & Guidelines for the Rest of This Week

We've set up a listing of the most economical & trustworthy shipping selections for orders shipping within the Continental U.S. these remaining days leading up to Christmas. For specific guidelines the rest of this week, please check out our Christmas 2011 Delivery Dates for more specific information. Our general policy is that Yarnmarket orders ship the next business day. However, 3-Day Select, 2-Day Air and Next Day Air orders received before 3:00 p.m. will ship the day the order is made.

Yarnmarket uses the United States Postal Service, UPS and FedEx for shipping within the United States so consider your choices and our advice when selecting the best option for you.

And our best advice with shipping? When in doubt, call us at 1-888-996-9276, and we'll figure out the right way for you!

And, of course, please call us at 1-888-996-9276 toll-free or e-mail us at orders@yarnmarket.com if you have any questions.

Thanks for reading and as always,

Happy Knitting & Crocheting and Happy Holidays!

Your Yarnmarket Knitting Store Staff

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