The latest Knittn’ Kitten Haul

Mom and I had a nice visit to The Knittn’ Kitten this week, and here are the spoils!

There are three price tags on that card of turquoise shank buttons, chronicling their slow descent into the bargain bin. I got ‘em for 35 cents. They’ll make gorgeous Kanzashi centers!

Anitra blogged about the butterfly buttons from her Kitten visit last week, and I was glad to snag the last couple bags.

I also found two really pretty shades of burlap, and this stranded yarn, which I’ll use to play with my burlap weaving technique. Thinking about how this might translate to holiday ornaments….

Every time I go to The Kitten, I get more crewel wool. I have piles and piles of it now, but I keep acquiring more. I think it’s just a strong childhood pull – I spent most of my formative years doing crewel embroidery.

I also scored a couple of great vintage Christmas magazines, but I’ll save these for later posts. This tree skirt was an awesome find, though. I love the print. The hem still needs finishing, and I believe I’ll cut into the center and make a hole there for my tree’s trunk, so it lays flat around the base. Cool!

Locals, The Kitten can still use your support, so if you haven’t been in yet, please pay a visit soon!

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karrie

September 11, 2009 at 12:08 pm · Reply

I cannot resist crewel wool! Always a satisfying find no matter how much you already have stashed.

SisterDiane

September 11, 2009 at 12:15 pm · Reply

Yay! Kindred Spirit! :-)

pam

September 11, 2009 at 12:51 pm · Reply

Hanging out at the Knittn Kitten is a most crafty-soul satisfying thing to do! And hanging out at the Kitten with you – heaven!

You have inspired me to share all my Kitten treasures too! Soon!

fuzzydragons

September 11, 2009 at 1:49 pm · Reply

those blue buttons are so pretty, and a great bargain too!

September 11, 2009 at 1:56 pm · Reply

Thanks! I love it when cool stuff comes at a screaming deal like
that. :-)

mollylee

September 11, 2009 at 8:23 pm · Reply

I'm thinking of hosting a crafternoon later this month, which will include a craft supplies swap. Any leftover items will be donated to the Kitten — another great way to support them!

September 11, 2009 at 8:39 pm · Reply

Excellent idea!

September 11, 2009 at 8:40 pm · Reply

monetmum

September 12, 2009 at 1:54 am · Reply

I was soooo looking forward to going to Portland last weekend and going to Knittn' Kitten however I went on Sunday – and they were closed :( But I will get back to Portland soon, on a day they are open for sure, and indulge in some of their great bargins. Thanks for all the crafty goodness on your site.