The Joy of Yarn

Say Goodbye to Your Yarn Stash Woes - ForeverEvery knitter knows the innate joy of purchasing yarn, and many also know the stress and shame that comes with an out-of-control stash. No longer! Let bestselling author, designer and educator Marie Greene change your outlook on buying, organizing and using your yarn for good. With this tried-and-true guide, you'll rediscover the joy in your stash-no yarn diets necessary!-as you learn to find inspiration in the yarn you already have, shop for skeins you'll actually use and organize it all for maximum creativity.Best of all, Marie has designed 10 brand-new patterns to help you use your existing yarn in exciting ways, so you can work through your stash with ease and continue to curate your yarn collection with purpose. Use the color wheel to whip up creative combos in the Color Theory Socks or Shawl. Make leftovers look intentional with the Block Party Beanie or Pullover, or double your strands for double the fun in the Marled Stripe Mittens or Mini Mohair Cowl. Soon you'll not only have a satisfying stash system that is clear, tidy and inspirational, but an assortment of gorgeous knitted projects to remind you how truly joyful yarn can be.

"The Joy of Yarn will take any knitter from being embarrassed by their stash to feeling empowered by it! From stash-busting patterns to stash-enhancing suggestions, this is a book every knitter will love."
-- Patty Lyons, author of Patty Lyons' Knitting Bag of Tricks

"Finally, an organization method that brings joy to organizing my yarn stash AND gives me a plan to stay organized! Marie has put her fairy godmother touch to curating the happiest yarn stash possible."
-- Stephanie Lotven, author of Knit Happy with Self-Striping Yarn

"This book is a must-read for any yarn-lover, whether you have just a couple of skeins in your stash or an entire collection!"
-- Sarah Keller, owner of Knot Another Hat yarn shop

Marie Greene is an independent knitwear designer and knitting educator. The founder of Olive Knits and Knit Camp, Marie has helped knitters around the world gain control of their yarn stashes through her popular Stash Sprint workshop. She is also the bestselling author of Seamless Knit Sweaters in 2 Weeks and Knit Shawls & Wraps in 1 Week. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband.

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