It's National Craft Month and in celebration, Jo-Ann Fabrics & Crafts is giving away a bunch of great patterns by prominent designers. I'm thrilled to be a part of the craft community that they're featuring! During the entire month of March my Leafy Ascot--designed out of NaturallyCaron.com's Spa--will be available as a FREE, take-away pattern! Just go to any Jo-Ann store across the nation, look for the kiosk below, and nab it. Oh, and it only takes 1 ball of Spa to make it, so it's not only a lovely accessory for the Spring, but also an affordable one to make. Enjoy!

Stitch.Rock.Love,

Share your pictures of you or a friend KIPing (Knitting in Public) or CIPing (Crocheting in Public), and we'll put it on Buy.Caron's homepage. It's simple! Just email your pictures to BuyCaron@gmail.com, and we'll do the rest. Whoever posts the most creative KIP or CIP picture will receive a free "mystery box" from Buy.Caron.com. Get all the details here.

Irish Eyes Baby Blanket
Take a quick peek at Brenda Lewis's fabulous aran Irish Eyes Baby Blanket. Knit in a classic ivory shade of snuggly Simply Soft, this lovely textured piece is sure to comfort the wee ones in your family for generations to come.

>> Irish Eyes Baby Blanket instructions

So Easy Sweater
If you are contemplating knitting your first sweater, this is your project. Designed by Marilyn Losee in a gorgeous shade of Simply Soft®, the So Easy Sweater is both easy to make and easy to wear as it can be worn loose or belted. Knit completely in garter stitch, the graceful cowl neckline and slightly belled sleeves make this a wondeful First Sweater project.
>> So Easy Sweater instructions

Maxi Miters Afghan
A favorite for decades, Dazzleaire has been welcomed back by knitters and crocheters across the country. If you want to celebrate Dazzleaire's return, check out Shari White's crocheted Maxi Miters Afghan. Stitched in 8 shades of super-soft Dazzleaire, this Maxi Miters Afghan is a celebration both of color and a favorite yarn.
>> Maxi Miters Afghan instructions

Why Do You Love Simply Soft®?

Don't forget to enter our "Why I Love Simply Soft" contest. Let us know why your love America's favorite soft yarn, and you might win 6 skeins of, guess what, Simply Soft!

>> Enter the contest here
>> Find out who won here