Weekend Round Up!

Plied Knowledge: The week that was…

At the warehouse:

• It's May! That means there is a new Knit 12 Together project and this month it is Tiara's Fiari Hat! We are recommending Hedgehog's Merino DK yarn to really showcase their amazing colors but really, any DK weight will do. Bonus, the pattern is free with purchase through the 12th!
• Is it really the season for super bulky yarn? If it is Malabrigo Rasta, it's ALWAYS the season for super bulky yarn! Especially if we are talking a brand new collection of colors...
• Tape measures are pretty standard but if you want to inject a little cuteness in your notions bag, our new Llama Tape Measure from Hiya Hiya is just the ticket!
• Sure we got some other colors, too, but as most of us here are fans of dark neutrals, the big story is our restock of Jojoland Ballad in black!

Around the web:

• Mother's Day is this weekend! 
• DIY gifts for the win!
• Easy Mother's Day brunch ideas...
• For those dealing with a difficult relationship with your mother, here are some tips for the day...
• Many have lost their mother which can make the day hard as well. Here are some ways to cope...
• It's also the Kentucky Derby this weekend!
• Get your hat game ready...
• Don't forget your fancy drinks...
• Figure out whom to root for...
• Everybody's grocery bill is going up. Here are some canned bean recipes to help your wallet...
• Chef Jose Andres is a gift to the world...
• Dr. Who AND electronic music fans- take a look at this BBC documentary on electronic music pioneer Delia Derbyshire... 
• Free Comic Book Day!
• Need something breathtaking and somewhat humbling to end your week with? Check out this video of a solar eclipse at the arctic...

And totally, completely, unapologetically local:

• A Mother's Day guide for those that like to shop locally...
• And don't forget the food- this list has both dine in and pickup options...
• Kick off garden season with the Camas Plant and Garden Fair...
• Local pottery favs JamPDX will be at the Ceramics Showcase this weekend at the convention center...