Do you guys know about Habu Textiles? It's a Japanese yarn company here in NYC. If you live here or are ever in town it is definitely worth a visit. I always buy too much. It's so tempting because they have small amounts and leftovers which are not that expensive. I like to use little bits of different yarns for my granny squares or necklaces, bracelets, etc.
Here is a pic I took in the store with my phone.
I bought these small cones of thread specifically for necklaces....(oh, and I splurged on 1 yard of this hand woven linen too.)
Here are some necklaces ready to go for the sale this weekend.
And, just a random shot of my desk today.
I just got myself a cone of black silk/stainless steel yarn that I ordered from Purl online. It didn't occur to me that there might be a store like this. I'm so glad you posted these photos and info. I'd love to go to that store with pocketfuls of money ;-). I'm not too far away, near Philly. This'll be on my mental wish list now!
Have you seen the book 'elements of style' by rosemary hill? She has a section of the book with several projects using Habu yarns.
I love those tiny granny squares!
Cindy
Posted by: Cindy | June 02, 2009 at 02:11 PM
I'm smitten with your necklaces....
Posted by: Lisa | June 02, 2009 at 09:42 PM
I love their yarn. Although I've only seen a small selection of it in person.
Posted by: ghiland | June 02, 2009 at 10:47 PM
I am adding Habu textiles to my list of places to visit when I am in NY later in the year. I love your blog, by the way
Posted by: Anna | June 03, 2009 at 02:43 AM
I would love to see those beautiful necklaces in person --- and in your Etsy shop ---
Posted by: Patricia | June 03, 2009 at 05:44 PM
Love your work and your working table. A beautiful assembling of different materials.
Good luck at Renegate!
Posted by: angela | June 03, 2009 at 06:10 PM
Hi,
Thanks for sharing your source. I just went to the store this afternoon and got some yarns. It is really a cool place. I would never have found it by myself. Thank you so much.I am planning to come to Renegade, so I am looking forward to check out all the good stuff.I will definitely check out your both. Have a good day! Great work. I love your necklaces. They are fabulous.
Posted by: Catherine | June 04, 2009 at 06:28 PM
Your necklaces are really fantastic. I love habu but I have never been to their shop. I will certainly visit next time i am in NYC. I am seriously thinking of applying for renegade next year.
Posted by: Margaret Oomen | June 04, 2009 at 10:42 PM
I love them! I'm in Vancouver - I'd love that top blue one - will you sell online?
Posted by: jan | June 05, 2009 at 01:27 AM
I love the necklaces - if you could do them with recycled fabrics I'd love to blog about them! :) Sara - editor, ecosalon.com
Posted by: Sara | June 05, 2009 at 02:50 PM