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Love to see the latest products, browse for fresh project ideas and meet other enthusiasts? Then you will not want to miss these upcoming shows!
January 14–16, 2012
HIlton New York Hotel
New York, NY
Stitches West
February 23–26, 2012
Santa Clara Convention Center
Santa Clara, CA
Snapshots from Stitches East in Hartford and the Craft and Hobby SuperShow in Anaheim.

Welcome to the Craft Yarn Council's web site, the yarn industry’s one-stop resource.
People of all ages—more than 50 million—know how to knit, crochet and craft with yarn because its fun, relaxing and you can make great things. Whether you are a beginner or experienced knitter or crocheter, a designer or someone interested in learning more about the industry, you've come to the right place!
The Craft Yarn Council (CYC) is delighted to be working with Michaels Arts & Crafts Stores to re-launch knit and crochet classes in select stores throughout the chain this fall and winter. Read more
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Knit 911
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