Weekend Round Up!

Plied Knowledge: The week that was…

At the shop:

NEW YARN ALERT! We have a limited amount of a base called Ripple from Blue Moon! It's a super bulky thick and thin that is 99% wool yarn with a 1% nylon thread. It comes in Tina's delicious colorways and is just waiting for a satisfyingly quick project...
NEW PRODUCT ALERT! We are now selling cedar essential oils. Hear us out on this brilliant idea... Remember that swatch you didn't want to knit for gauge? It's now your cedar-scented, moth-resisting friend AND extra matching yarn for repairs!
ENTICE!!! If you have never had the pleasure of knitting with this luxurious base from Hazel Knits, now is definitely the time to treat yourself!
Are you a fan of free knitting patterns AND Malabrigo yarn? We are running a promo till our supply of patterns runs out that you can get up to 7 patterns free with the purchase of Malabrigo yarn. Given that we recently got a big shipment in of both, the possibilities are endless...

Around the web:

Many of us are deep into quarantine and needing inspiration. Grab your crafting tools, roll up your sleeves and let's do this!

Amigurumi fans rejoice! Here is an amigurumi pattern of the coronavirus so you can make your very own and vent any frustrations accordingly...
With all of the stress baking we are doing, are you in need of an oven mitt refresh? Here's a tutorial for you to sew your own...
Masks are fast becoming a reality for many of us. There are lots of patterns out there to sew your own but many are finding they have issues with the elastic behind the ears. Never fear- crafters have your back! Now you can find mask mates in both a crochet and knit version...
Not just for eggs, there are lots of things you can experiment dyeing naturally including yarn!

Miss the spa experience? There are plenty of diy mask recipes out there and we suggest a scented candle and space heater to complete the experience...
Serving straight up laughter...

School has been hard for many. If you are looking for things to fill in the gap, the internet is here to help...

NASA has some great resources on their site for things kids and families can do...
Everywhere School is a fabulous calendar of education livestreams for kids!
Did you know there was a National Emergency Library? Per their website, it's a collection of books that supports emergency remote teaching, research, independent scholarship, and intellectual stimulation while universities, schools, training centers, and libraries are closed.

Wondering how other parts of the world are dealing with this pandemic? The YouTube channel Great Big Story recently asked 8 filmmakers in 8 different countries to make a documentary for them. Not only will you be informed but you can donate AND get it matched by Google up to a certain amount.
Feeling scattered? It's totally normal and you are not alone! This wonderful article from the New York Times helps to explain why...
April 18. Global Citizen's One World: Together At Home Festival. The Live Aid for this generation/era?
And finally, we buried the lead on this one, but for anyone wondering how the heck to look good on a video conference call like Zoom, Tom Ford has answers. Here is what he said in a New York Times Article: "Put the computer up on a stack of books so the camera is slightly higher than your head. Say, about the top of your head. And then point it down into your eyes,”said Ford. “Then take a tall lamp and set it next to the computer on the side of your face you feel is best. The lamp should be in line with and slightly behind the computer so the light falls nicely on your face. Then put a piece of white paper or a white tablecloth on the table you are sitting at but make sure it can’t be seen in the frame. It will give you a bit of fill and bounce. And lots of powder, et voilà!”

And totally, completely, unapologetically local:

Wondering what it's really like to work in a grocery store lately? Portland Monthly talked to a few local Trader Joe's employees to find out...
Missing your local Oregon goodies? If you have the means, the internet and online shopping is a remarkable way to get what you love. Here is are some local favorites called out by Travel Oregon..