Monday, February 9, 2009

The Unique Sheep and *Giveaway*







Laura of The Unique Sheep has sent in some wonderful mini hanks of her sock yarn for us to enjoy.

I must tell you, if you haven't experienced the beautiful colors Laura offers in her shop, please do yourself a favor and purchase something today!

The Unique Sheep is home to many very popular yarn and fiber clubs- I know some of you who read this have been involved in these- We'd love to know how much you enjoyed them. I plan on purchasing a club soon too!

I really enjoy the layout of Laura's website. First, you go pick a color and then you pick your base yarn- every color in every yarn she offers!
Speaking of yarns, she now offers a wonderfully scrumptious looking "Green Sheep" Yarn which is all organic!

One of the many things I appreciate about The Unique Sheep, is her collaborations with other artists. To me, this is probably the most exciting part of The Unique Sheep!

Laura has sent in a little mini key chain sock blocker and mini hank of her yarn for a giveaway prize! One lucky recipient will be randomly chosen from the comments section below! Please visit The Unique Sheep store, find something you love and talk about it here. Make sure you leave a way for me to find you on Friday when our mass drawings will be held. Tweets, plurks, posts all get second entries so help spread the word!

Laura, thank you so much for sending your absolutely beautiful samples in to Phat Fiber this month! We would love to have you participate in future boxes!

46 comments:

  1. UnknownFebruary 9, 2009 at 8:21 AM

    Long have a I window shopped at the Unique Sheep - love the green sheep yarn!

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  2. Lady OFebruary 9, 2009 at 8:21 AM

    I like this pattern: http://www.theuniquesheep.com/patterns/springvines.htm, as a top I could never wear it, but as a vest... now I'm tempted (too bad... or good thing... it is under revision and not available)

    I also love the idea of the Rams Club and the Color Co-op Club.

    Rav: LadyOctavia

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  3. CrysFebruary 9, 2009 at 8:27 AM

    I'm wondering if the mini-sock blocker, pattern and skein might be the perfect thing to use for teaching socks this summer at the slvfest.

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  4. LilChickadeeFebruary 9, 2009 at 8:31 AM

    I am in love with the Gradiance yarns - particularly the Sea Shells and the Heart Burn colorways. Such beautiful colors! I may just have to break my yarn diet and buy some... :)

    Rav ID: LilChickadee

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  5. Mary BethFebruary 9, 2009 at 8:34 AM

    Oh, I could spend hours on the Unique Sheep website, but alas, I'm at work and the boss is watching. The Sock Sushi yarn looks amazing- I love bamboo and the colors are so rich. I crochet socks that are wonderful and I dream of working with that yarn.

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  6. UnknownFebruary 9, 2009 at 8:46 AM

    Love these:
    http://www.theuniquesheep.com/patterns/babyskimmers.htm

    as a pattern or kit, choose colour!

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    I have a custom Gradience sock yarn set from Laura and I just love it! I havne't had a chance to knit it up yet, but I'm really lookingforward to it.

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  8. jenniferFebruary 9, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    First, I have to say I love her logo. That rainbow sheep is so cool! Next, I'm in love with the Autumn Sky colorway. Especially on the Silk Twist yarn. To Dye For!

    desertgarden

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  9. Claire MWFebruary 9, 2009 at 9:27 AM

    Just love the Tussah silk/merino roving in the "Azalea" colorway. It looks like spring to me! Beautiful!
    Claire

    http://chooksiniowa.blogspot.com

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  10. AndreaFebruary 9, 2009 at 9:50 AM

    the sushi sock yarn looks really glamorous. :]

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  11. AnitaFebruary 9, 2009 at 10:07 AM

    Love the Bamboo/Merino roving here:
    http://www.theuniquesheep.com/bases/bamboomerinoroving.htm

    Although I love all of her sock yarns too!! All of it is just soooo pretty! :)

    Yarndemon

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  12. TurtleFebruary 9, 2009 at 10:16 AM

    i have long loved Laura's yarns! Her new fav (that i am saving up for) is the new fiber fetish yarn club she is starting!

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  13. CinderLisaFebruary 9, 2009 at 10:33 AM

    I'm learning to spin, so the Bamboo Merino Roving is definitely calling my name! I actually just love the colors she uses in the main picture, too, that pink and yellow! Fabulous. =)

    Rav = CinderLisa

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  14. LissetteFebruary 9, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    I am totally addicted to knitting itty bitty socks, and love the Unique Sheep!

    Plurk: http://www.plurk.com/craftygirly
    Twitter: http://twitter.com/craftygirly
    website: http://craftygirly.com

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  15. AmyJFebruary 9, 2009 at 10:59 AM

    I am just blown away by the gradients (gradiance)... http://www.theuniquesheep.com/Colors/gradiance.htm

    GORGEOUS!

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  16. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    Love, love, love the yarn on the site! Beautiful colors! I really liked the Crochet Baby "Skimmers" Mary Janes pattern as well. I'm thinking I might have to try that one!

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2009 at 11:42 AM

    I put the contest up on my blog as well, hoping to increase my odds of winning this great little giveaway!!

    http://knitfrogrepeat.wordpress.com

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  18. knitwickFebruary 9, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    I love The Unique Sheep's clubs. They are varied and interesting. There is really something for everyone. I'm currently signed up for two!!

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  19. DMCAFebruary 9, 2009 at 12:12 PM

    oh my goodness! her Tussah silk roving looks so soft and beautiful. I love the Beach Sunset colorway, it's so vibrant!

    I have some Unique Sheep Pima Cotton in my stash that I really need to knit up, I love her stuff!

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  20. Laurie~Let's Knit ItFebruary 9, 2009 at 12:32 PM

    Wow what a great shop!! I love the shawl pins and the assorted Roving sampler. Lovely patterns too!
    mommyslittlesweetie(at)gmail(dot)com

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  21. SusanFebruary 9, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    I love the color "Lights" and the photo that inspired it.

    Rav: lovemesomeyarn

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  22. UnknownFebruary 9, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    I would love to try the Human Soap... Tropical Swirl , Pumpkin Ginger Cookie YUMMMM I love handmade soap

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  23. GinaFebruary 9, 2009 at 1:06 PM

    I have been looking for one of these sock blocker keychains!! Now I know where to find them.

    I love the gradience collections. I am secretly yearning for the Lime n violet colorway in sock yarn! maybe the tinsel toes version... mmm, yummy!

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  24. Author: Carissa BurkFebruary 9, 2009 at 4:34 PM

    Oooh. I like the roving sample kit. It's like a spinning buffet!

    (CarissaMarie on Ravelry)

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  25. AmybelFebruary 9, 2009 at 4:40 PM

    I'm amazed at all the beautiful colors. It is so hard to choose only one, but even though the colors are all so wonderful, natural colors really speak to me. I am in love with Lichen Gradiance!

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  26. MamaMayFebruary 9, 2009 at 6:47 PM

    Oh please what is there not to like from her shop! I want ti all... in fact I want her to live in my house and dye yarn solely for me... don't think it will happen but I wish.

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  27. KristenFebruary 9, 2009 at 6:51 PM

    What a cute prize! I really like the Eos laceweight in Sangria on the Unique Sheep. But there is so much to love on the site!

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  28. JeanFebruary 9, 2009 at 9:23 PM

    I love their collection of "purple" colors, especially "Impassioned" and "Blackberry Sauce."

    Jean in Maine (Rav)

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  29. BiancaFebruary 10, 2009 at 4:46 AM

    These are really cute!

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  30. memarciereneeFebruary 10, 2009 at 7:35 AM

    Those sockblocker keyrings are just the cutest. And the idea of having a little sock on it is darling.

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  31. BohoknitterchicFebruary 10, 2009 at 8:26 AM

    I pretty sure the name alone "Unique Sheep" is right up my alley! I really want to try out the roving sampler kit! The colors are so bright and look like so much fun!

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  32. NoviceKnitterFebruary 10, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    I love all the pretty shawl patterns and those cute little baby skimmers. My favorite part about this site is that you can get any weight yarn in any of her colors!

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  33. alittleweirdoFebruary 10, 2009 at 11:52 PM

    The unique sheep logo is adorable! Also like the holiday inspired colorways (Sugar Plum Fairy and Punkin look great!)

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  34. AmberFebruary 11, 2009 at 8:32 AM

    The Annas Yarn in Gems is so PRETTY!!! I must have it!!

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  35. AmberFebruary 11, 2009 at 8:33 AM

    The Annas Yarn in Gems is so PRETTY!!! I must have it!!
    Random note the word that you have to enter to post a comment is "fanism" and i find it amusing.

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  36. cksknitterFebruary 11, 2009 at 10:25 AM

    My favorite Unique Sheep item is the worsted weight Singularity in Wool in the Autumn in the City colorway. I'm using more and more worsted weight yarns lately and I love the Autumn colors mixed with a little green and pink. Very Unique!
    --Chrissy at knittodayAThotmailDOTcom

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  37. Darcys Knotty KnitterFebruary 11, 2009 at 1:53 PM

    I just bought the waltz of the socks sock keychain kit the yarn is so gorgeous and I just couldnt resist.lol (((Hugs))) Darcy
    darcysknottyknitter[AT]gmail[DoT]com

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  38. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2009 at 2:22 PM

    I have been a long time stalker of Unique Sheep for a while now, her stuff is great.
    I particularly like her roving sample kit, it is a great to try your hand spinning some more exotic fibers without having to committee the big money to any particular roving.

    Rav ID: rebelhousewife

    I also posted about the Phat Fiber Box and all of your contests on my blog : Rebelhousewives Unite
    http://pixiefashions.worsndpress.com
    Looking forward to buying a Feb. Box.

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  39. yohopaulieFebruary 11, 2009 at 11:19 PM

    i love this place!!
    i purchased several of these mini sock kits and everyone loves them the yarn that you recieve with the kits is gorgeous; ive bought several skeins of the tinsel toes also.

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  40. Laurie~Let's Knit ItFebruary 12, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    Blogged about it here http://letsknitit.blogspot.com
    mommyslittlesweetie AT gmail DOT com

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  41. mamakinFebruary 12, 2009 at 3:42 PM

    Every year on my birthday we took our 2 little ones to see the local Nutcracker Ballet.It became a family tradition until I was in a car accident in 2000. I had 5 surgeries in 5 years, started recovering and ended up with CRPS-more bed time. This year, for my 58th birthday my "babies" took me to Lincoln Center on my birthday to see the Nutcracker performed by dancers I'd never dreamed of seeing. My babies took me.Everything in The Unique Sheep is magical but my heart stopped when I saw the Nutcracker Collection. I thought it would be a perfect way to thank both of them with a pair of socks in The Land Of Snow

    mamakin on rav; mamakinz on Etsy

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  42. CarrieMFebruary 12, 2009 at 4:13 PM

    Drooling over Daybreak Gradience! Or, heck, just about any of the Gradience lines! But especially Daybreak!!!!

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  43. StephanieFebruary 12, 2009 at 7:24 PM

    The Green Sheep Worsted was my favorite.

    lesjoujou AT gmail DOT com

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  44. AngieFebruary 13, 2009 at 2:59 AM

    One of my favorite shops! I love the daybreak colorway in superwash merino/tencel

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  45. TeresaFebruary 13, 2009 at 8:55 AM

    I love her mini skeins and the keychain - use it all the time and have to change the socks on it regularly!

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  46. KellyFebruary 27, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    Hi,

    I am Kelly, the other half of The Unique Sheep dye team. I just want to thank all of you for your wonderful comments. We look forward to providing lots more beautiful products to the fiber-loving community.

    Warm, fuzzy, hugs to you all.

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