Our Beans at JBW HQ recently got a very brief taste of spring...until it was interrupted by another dusting of snow this week. When we need to daydream of sunshine and colorful blooms we head down to our warehouse in search of some stunning skeins to create bright and bold color combinations for our next WIP! Recently the Team Beans have been all about playing with the gorgeous hanks of La Bien Aimee to create inspiring new color palettes and fabulous fades!

With the arrival of the second shipment of Aimee Gille's book, Neons & Neutrals, we instantly got inspired! This colorful collection features 16 patterns from 16 talented designers and invites fiber artists to combine yarn in new and unexpected ways.

An instant favorite of ours from this book is Karen Cronje's Geweef Shawl because of how it blends skeins in a variety of hues into a breathtaking motif! To get this wrap in your project bag faster, our Beans have come up with three fantastic colorway options in Merino Singles that are to-dye-for. The best part?! We're offering these Jimmy's Picks at 20% off!

Last year, we introduced you to combining hues that blend seamlessly into each other. In 2023 fiber fades are still all the rage and the library of these curated colors from La Bien Aimee has continued to expand! From sumptuous shawls to comfy cardis, these transitioning tones add a subtle chic to your projects! The good news is, we still have these fades at 20% off for you to stash up on!

From cashmere blends to recycled wool concoctions to imaginative hand-dyed colorways, if you haven't had a chance to try out these fibers, this spring is the time to try something new!

As makers, we like to work sustainability into our craft! Our do-it-yourself nature leads to creative ways to reduce our impact on Mother Earth. Urth Yarns is one of our favorite yarn brands because of how they put the planet at the forefront of their fibers! Not only are their yarns stunning works of art but each skein purchased plants a tree through the Trees For The Future Organization. To celebrate Earth Day we've rounded up all of our favorite projects and hanks from Urth!

Make a beautiful blanket statement this spring with the Chromatophore Blanket! Made in Urth Yarns Uneek Worsted and Harvest Worsted, this blanket is actually just a doubled version of Marin Melchior's iconic Butterfly/Papillon Shawl!

Available in small and large sizes and multiple color options, anyone who gets to snuggle up with this throw is a lucky bug!

Inspired by the Beaubourg Museum of Contemporary Art in Paris, this rectangular wrap designed by Julie Dubreux is a fantastic way to show off the self-striping wonder of Urth Monokrom Worsted!

Featuring a two-color brioche and slipped stitches against a garter stitch background, this piece perfectly represents the colorful pipes that run up the facade of the museum.

Looking for a light project as warmer weather comes closer?! The Pimelea Tee by Justine Chanel is not only flattering but keeps you cool in the hot summer sun during all of your adventures!

Made with two contrasting colors of Urth Monokrom Cotton the bright pops of pink are just what your needles need!

Love making with Urth and supporting Trees For The Future? We have some fresh new deals on Urth just in time for Earth Day!

Time To Accessorize!

Is it just us or do cute accessories make crafting more fun?! From adorable stitch markers to cute carryalls, these new and notorious notions bring big smiles to all of our Bean's faces!

Our friends at Katrinkles have graced us with a shipment of some purrrfect maker's tools! Introducing the Cat-rinkles collection! These wooden trinkets are not only adorable but useful too. From stitch markers to row counters to yarn cutters, you will want to collect all these kitty-themed notions!

A groovy set for your groovy maker mom! The Knitter's Pride 2023 Mother's Day Set is the perfect gift to treat your mom, yourself, or any maker in your life. This set includes the beloved wooden ergonomic Cubic needles in bold, beautiful hues with gold connectors to ensure hours of comfortable and colorful knitting. Along with 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10.5, and 11 with three transparent stainless steel swivel cords, this kit includes 6 end caps, 2 cord keys, 30 stitch markers, 3 wool needles, and 3 stitch holders in sizes small, medium, and large. Everything comes bundled together in the cutest punch needle bag! Great news, these sets are here and ready to ship just in time for Mother's Day!

From wonderful wallets to pretty portfolios, della Q has an extensive line of maker-specific bags to keep your precious supplies organized! As we head into spring, we are making room in our warehouse for some new and exciting products. If you've had your eye on any of these sale styles and colors, this is your sign to snatch them up while you can! (Pssst...Keep your eyes peeled for something teal coming really soon!)

Cascading In With New Cotton Yarns!

Summer is approaching, which means we are starting to tuck away our wools and go on the hunt for cotton yarns to keep us making through the heat! What's Jimmy's top pick heading into the warm weather season!? The brand new lightweight and a super soft cotton yarn from Cascade: Pandamonium!

This DK-weight blend of 55% Cotton and 45% Viscose from Bamboo (hence the panda in the name!) creates a fantastic cuddly fabric that is not only breathable but strong too! From easy-to-wear accessories to baby and household items this yarn is offered in a broad range of colors that give knitters and crocheters endless opportunities to make! The best part? It is even machine washable!

Need some ideas on what to make with this cotton magic? Head to our free patterns page to discover some of our favorite ways to make with cotton! We recommend trying out the Washcloth Mitts or the Summer Leaves Cloths for all your spring cleaning needs!

Arlene's Dustland Cowl

When Arlene first took a squish of the new Woolcycle Sport, she immediately raced to Ravelry to find the perfect pattern to bring this skein to life! She knew the deep red tones of Resin would gorgeously emphasize the textured stitch details of the Dustland Cowl by Stephen West. Arlene loved how quickly this pattern knit up and how she could easily customize it to the size and length she needed!