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Fran
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Retired school teacher. Mother and grandmother. Avid fisherwoman and knitter. I teach knitting now and recently designed my first pattern. Working on my first book. Politically active. You can also find me on Instagram as knit_purl_inspire_&_ more
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A spread of hand-dyed yarn skeins inspired by the Seven Deadly Sins, arranged in a colorful gradient. Visible colors include deep purples, blues, reds, greens, golds, and grays. In the bottom right corner, text reads: “7 Sins. Preorder yours on 4.7.25 at 3pm ET.” The yarns are displayed on a clean white surface with a soft gray textured background.
April 4, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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Moonshine—a luminous, iridescent yarn that glows with subtle shifts of color, like light reflecting on an oil-slicked surface. Soft washes of green, pink, yellow, orange and blue dance across a silvery base, creating a rich, mysterious palette perfect for standout shawls or elevated basics. 🧶
March 31, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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Author proof paperback copy of Death by Drop Spindle is here

Holding it and seeing my words in black & white feels surreal… like magic ✨

Death by Drop Spindle paperback is available for pre-order
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March 30, 2025 at 1:42 AM
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With the March Black Label skeins now on their way to those who ordered, it’s time for the reveal. Here’s Fantasy, inspired by Earth, Wind & Fire. 🧶 🎶 🫶🏾
March 21, 2025 at 11:08 PM
scorpio28k.bsky.social
Socks finished. Pattern Vanilla Socks on DPN by @crazysocklady. Yarn @njfiberworks.bsky.social
March 21, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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I think this blogger has a crush on me…
jimmythemodel.com Jimmy Colvin @jimmythemodel.com · Mar 10
Adella Colvin didn’t just step into the fiber industry—she reshaped it. From being dismissed in a yarn shop to building one of the most sought-after hand-dyed yarn brands, she’s proved that representation, artistry, and community matter.

Read more about her journey here:

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The Woman Who Dyed Her Own Path
Some people stumble into their purpose. Others carve their own path when the world refuses to make space for them. Adella Colvin—founder of LolaBean Yarn Co.—is one of those people. She didn’t wait fo...
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March 10, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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Stay focused!
March 8, 2025 at 11:26 PM
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Beautiful!!!!!!
March 8, 2025 at 2:22 AM
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March 5, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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IT’S SO FLUFFY I’M GONNA DIE!

Bean Soup is coming to Tennessee—a luxurious lace-weight blend of baby suri alpaca and silk. The colorway names can be found in the alt text.
A close-up photograph of multiple skeins of hand-dyed baby suri alpaca and silk or fluffy yarn arranged in a row. The yarn features a variety of pastel and neon colors, including purples, yellows, greens, pinks, and oranges. The texture is soft and fuzzy, and the background is a neutral gray. The depth of field is shallow, with the front skeins in sharp focus and the ones further back gradually blurring.
March 5, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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A close-up photograph of multiple skeins of Lemon Tart yarn, a blend of baby suri alpaca and silk, in a vibrant neon yellow hue. The yarn is neatly arranged on a white surface with a neutral gray background. Its soft, fluffy texture is highlighted by the lighting, emphasizing the delicate halo effect characteristic of suri alpaca. The shallow depth of field keeps the front skeins in sharp focus while the ones in the back gradually blur. A close-up photograph of multiple skeins of Agua Dulce yarn, a blend of baby suri alpaca and silk, in a soft aqua blue with hints of green. The yarn is neatly arranged on a white surface with a neutral gray background. Its delicate, fluffy texture is emphasized by the lighting, showcasing the airy halo effect typical of suri alpaca. The shallow depth of field keeps the front skeins in sharp focus while the ones in the back gradually blur. A close-up photograph of multiple skeins of Salt Water Taffy yarn, a blend of baby suri alpaca and silk, in a soft, creamy base with speckles of pink, yellow, blue, and green. The yarn is neatly arranged on a white surface with a neutral gray background. Its delicate, fluffy texture is highlighted by the lighting, emphasizing the airy halo effect characteristic of suri alpaca. The shallow depth of field keeps the front skeins in sharp focus while the ones in the back gradually blur. A close-up photograph of multiple skeins of Spring Has Sprung yarn, a blend of baby suri alpaca and silk, in a soft pastel pink base with warm yellow and subtle green speckles. The yarn is neatly arranged on a white surface with a neutral gray background. Its delicate, fluffy texture is highlighted by the lighting, emphasizing the airy halo effect characteristic of suri alpaca. The shallow depth of field keeps the front skeins in sharp focus while the ones in the back gradually blur.
March 5, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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A close-up photograph of multiple skeins of African Violets yarn, a blend of baby suri alpaca and silk, in a rich mix of deep purples, blues, and hints of magenta. The yarn is neatly arranged on a white surface with a neutral gray background. Its delicate, fluffy texture is highlighted by the lighting, emphasizing the airy halo effect characteristic of suri alpaca. The shallow depth of field keeps the front skeins in sharp focus while the ones in the back gradually blur. A close-up photograph of multiple skeins of Thunder and Lightning yarn, a blend of baby suri alpaca and silk, featuring a soft gray base with speckles of pink, green, and yellow. The yarn is neatly arranged on a white surface with a neutral gray background. Its delicate, fluffy texture is highlighted by the lighting, emphasizing the airy halo effect characteristic of suri alpaca. The shallow depth of field keeps the front skeins in sharp focus while the ones in the back gradually blur. A close-up photograph of multiple skeins of one-of-a-kind yarn, a blend of baby suri alpaca and silk, in a rich and vibrant shade of pinkish-purple. This unique colorway will not be duplicated. The yarn is neatly arranged on a white surface with a neutral gray background. Its delicate, fluffy texture is highlighted by the lighting, emphasizing the airy halo effect characteristic of suri alpaca. The shallow depth of field keeps the front skeins in sharp focus while the ones in the back gradually blur.
March 5, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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After a few subtle changes, Nubia and Hippolyta are ready to head to Nash Yarn Fest.
March 4, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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Want to see advertisers lose MILLIONS this Sunday? A record-setting low for viewers during the Super Bowl would do that.

Money talks and bullshit walks.
February 7, 2025 at 2:04 AM
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IOS18 the worst Apple update ever. I have to remove it.
November 29, 2024 at 10:36 AM
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Braxton Nash is the man Khari Phillips always dreamed of. He is kind, motivated, and sexy. After dating for only a few months, she has the feeling the big question is coming soon. Only Brax has a secret. When she finds out, will it matter?
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#Books #WomensFiction #IR
JOY AND PAIN
JOY AND PAIN - Kindle edition by Brown, Chicki. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading JOY AND PAIN.
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November 24, 2024 at 6:58 PM