03/19/2026
We are excited to announce that Britt-Marie Brehmer and Sandy Barnes from ITO Yarns will be stopping by at Knit Dallas to host a Yarn Tasting on Wednesday, April 8th at 1:30PM! No RSVP needed, but please arrive on time, as they will only be here for a few hours.
Catch ITO Yarns at the store on their way to the Knitting in the Heart of Texas retreat. Try their fabulous Japanese yarns- lots of blends with silk, cashmere, linen, and more-, feel their beautiful samples, and pick Sandy and Britt-Marie's brains for exciting yarn and color combinations!
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Sandy Barnes: As the U.S. Sales Manager for ITO Yarns and a seasoned expert, she provides deep insights into the brand's unique fiber compositions and production methods.
Britt-Marie Brehmer: A knitwear designer and sales representative, she showcases how these fine yarns translate into sophisticated, wearable garments, sharing her own latest designs.
Join us:
-Touch and Squish: Experience the unique hand of luxury bases like Sensai (mohair/silk), Kinu (100% silk), and Kosho (merino/cashmere) and many more.
-Experiment with Combinations: ITO yarns are specifically designed to be held together, allowing you to create custom textures and color palettes.
-Receive Guidance: Barnes and Brehmer help you match specific yarn combinations to patterns, ensuring your next project has the perfect drape and finish.
-View Trunk Show: including 25+ garments and or accessories.
What to Bring:
- Assorted Knitting Needles & Crochet Hooks: Sizes US 3 - 7 (3.25-4.5mm) are common for ITO's fine gauges.
- Basic Tools: A pen/pencil for notes and scissors for swatching