Inspired by a post over at My Smoky Mountain Homestead.  I thought I'd share the crafty links I visited last night on my quest for non-machine washable yarns.  You would think trying to find such yarn would be easy.  However, what I discovered at 12a was that I was looking for the wrong thing.   I found out that what I needed for my felted crochet project was not "non-washable," but "non-machine washable" yarns.  Big difference.  I needed to purchase "hand washable" yarn for my project.  Hand washable yarn will respond to hot water and machine washing like delicate hand washable clothing.  Bingo! Just what I needed.   This search lead me to look at several websites last night and several have great deals and links.  Enjoy!

Lion Brand ~ Here you will find tons of helps, tips, new stuff - like the "Speed Stix" (I hope to get a pair soon) and patterns for knitting and crocheting.  This is where I learned about what type of washable yarn was needed for felting and found some felted knitting projects too.

Jo-Ann Fabrics ~ A co-worker told me about Jo-Ann's email newsletters and coupons.  I found great clearance items and received a code for free shipping last night.  If you are interested in signing up for their email list, I can refer your email address and you will receive a bonus 40% off a regular price item coupon sent via email.  I got mine today and I am going over to Jo-Ann's tomorrow and look for the "Speed Stix", they are currently about $11.99 and will be apprx. $7.20 plus tax w/coupon.  I like saving $$. 

Free Patterns ~ This one was also mentioned on My Smoky Mountain as well as on one of my yahoo groups.  I found a number of really great patterns.

DMC ~ I have found some great crochet patterns and of course, cross-stitch patterns.

Coats & Clark ~ You will find loads of stuff to see and do from How to's to Free Patterns.  There is a large variety, especially since they are makers of lots of wonderful products we use. (i.e. Red Heart yarn, thread, floss, etc.)