You'll Scream...

...over our final item in our 2025 Stitch the Magic "CDA Combo":  a 3D printed It's a Scream Canister that doubles as a notions storage container!  Made by Amanda of YbSquare, it measures 3.75” x 1.25”, 4” around with 1” x 3.25” of storage space:  a perfect container for darning needles, stitch markers or other small items you want to keep neatly stored away and at hand.  It also boasts a 4" satin cord loop, perfect for attaching to the carabiner clip on your new Stitch the Magic project bag.  

From the maker:

"When this years’ theme was shared with me I knew I needed to find scream canisters for us. This fun find is based on the scream turned laugh canister from the movie and just like in the movie it can contain both. 

Some stitch markers and projects that use them can evoke both responses, sometimes at the same time. This can be used to keep stitch markers and a small darning needle on hand to reduce the risk of screams while stitching and encourage the laughter."

There is a limited quantity of these scream canisters, so make sure you place your pre-order early to secure yours! 

And again, pre-sales will open once the entire collection has been revealed, along with the bonus item for those who order the entire collection, but we'll cover that in another post. 

We're almost there!

Ook-lay in the Ag-bay...

 

Sulley:  Mike, that's not her door.
Mike:  What are you talking about? Of course it's her door. It's her door.
Sulley:  No. Her door was white and it had flowers on it.
Mike:  No. It must've been dark last night because this is its door.

No Stitch the Magic collection is complete without an amazing project bag, and this year's does not disappoint!  Amanda from YBSquare has done it again with the Keep the Doors Coming Project Bag!

From the Artist:

Monsters Inc has been one of my favorites since its release. I did struggle a little with fabrics for this one. The doors were easy but the other fabric, not so much. There is so much to work with! Sushi, those awesome glasses, different monsters, kids toys, the CDA, … I went with a Code 23-19 reference. Do you recognize the monster George Sanderson coloring and the infamous sock?

About the bags: they are complete reversible, so you can pick which side to show each day. As these are handmade, the fabric placement will vary.  Each bag has a cotton webbing handle for wrist wearing, a carabiner for clipping to most anything and a cord lock on the drawstring.  It is also machine washable, just remove the carabiner and wash on delicate.

 ~~~Amanda

The measurements for this bag are 3 3/4 x 6 1/2 boxed bottom; 11 1/2 inches tall and 20 3/4" around.  Measurements may vary up to 1/4".  Whether your chosen fiber art expression is knitting, crochet, weaving drop-spindling, or hand embroidery, this bag Is the perfect size for the fiber artist on-the-go.  

Pre-sales will open once the entire collection has been revealed, and, as last year, there will be a bonus item for those who order the entire collection, but we'll cover that in another post.  

But wait there's more to come from Monstropolis!...in our next post.  Stay tuned!

There's more to life than scaring

Moreso than ever, the Beach Bunnies and the Dizzy Blonde all feel strongly about giving back to our communities through conservation.  This year we will again be donating a portion of our proceeds to this year's non-profit, Delilah's 2nd Chance Rescue.  And, since last-year's T-shirt fundraiser was such a big hit, we're doing it again this year with 100% of all T-shirt proceeds being donated to the rescue, who, frankly, could really use the funds right now.  Hurricane Milton caused serious damage to their headquarter kennels, and they need every penny they can get to help aid with repairs.

Arrive in style to the event and/or park excursion!

T-shirts will only be available through pre-order HERE.

The t-shirts are 4.2 oz, 52% airlume combed and ringspun cotton/48% polyester.  They are pre-shrunk, lightweight and oh-so-very soft.  The shirts are relaxed fit (unisex) and feature tapered shoulders, a comfortable crew neck with a tear-away tag, side seams and short sleeves.  In staying with the theme of this year's gathering, we chose a heathered pale turquoise color with a Stitch the Magic emblem done in purple screen printing as well as an easter egg (23-19) on the back!!  (IYKYK)

In order to have the shirts produced and then either picked up at Orlando Distaff Day or shipped in time for you to wear to the event, the last day to order will be December 11, 2024.  We will not be doing a second run, so don't miss out.  Order your shirt today!

I've got my Eye on You...

Roz:  Hello, Wazowski. Fun-filled evening planned for tonight?
Mike:  Well, as a matter of fact...
Roz:  Then I'm sure you filed your paperwork correctly, for once.

[Mike smiles innocently] 

Roz:  Your stunned silence is very reassuring.

“Always Watching”, this year’s 2^nd colorway is from Dizzy Blonde Studios in Port Saint Lucie, FL and was inspired by Roz, the administrator and key master of Scare Floor F, who is also tasked with ensuring all paperwork is filled out properly and turned in at the end of every shift…something Mike Wazowski can’t quite seem to manage…a constant thorn in Roz's side to be sure.

"Always Watching" is dyed up on the same 80/20 SW Merino/Silk, 4 oz/115 gm-434 yds/397 m of soft, lustrous luxury as "That Darn Paperwork".  The Dizzy Blonde chose Deep burgundy for Roz' cardigan, and steely gray for her mohawk are the prominent colors, with a dash of slug umber to warm things up a smidge and pop against the dominant cooler palette.

Laura has been knitting for over 20 years, first introduced to the craft by a very close friend who worked in the film industry, and was growing weary of losing her knitting friends when a show wrapped. Dizzy Blonde Studios was born out of Laura’s love for knitting, designing, and all things fiber. In 2008, she ventured into the world of color application to yarn as an additional creative outlet, and a way to find her zen.

Inspired by her passion for Science Fiction, pet rescue, and Disney, Laura creates fresh and unique colorways using different techniques on various yarn bases. From highly variegated to tonal-shift and saturated solids, there's a perfect colorway waiting for you at Dizzy Blonde Studios.

Pre-sales will open once the entire collection has been revealed, and, as last year, there will be a bonus item for those who order the entire collection, but we'll cover that in another post.  

Stay tuned!  More to come!

No Job is Finished Until the Paperwork is done

 

Wazowski! You didn't file your paperwork last night...

...when Mike Wazowski forgets to file his paperwork (yet again) before going on a date with Celia, his best friend Sulley steps up to help...

 Mike to Sulley: The pink copies go to accounting, the fuchsia ones go to purchasing, and the goldenrod ones go to Roz. [Celia pulls him away; he comes back] Leave the puce!

Our first colorway in this year's collection is from Beach Bunny Yarns in Ormond Beach, FL, and it is gorgeous!  Dyed on a base of 80/20 SW Merino/Silk, 4 oz/115 gm-434 yds/397 m of soft, lustrous luxury, "That Darn Paperwork" is super-soft and luxuriously lightweight, has amazing stitch definition and is wonderful to crochet and knit.

This yarn is the Bunny’s take on this mountain of paperwork to be filed.  Pink, fuchsia, and of course, puce are the main colors with a little goldenrod to balance the palette and keep Roz happy.  It’s highly variegated and as disorganized as Wazowski’s paperwork, which only adds to the beauty of this particular colorway.  

Don’t worry, no one is watching!

Ron of Beach Bunny Yarns has been knitting and crocheting for over 20 years and is always looking for new challenges.  He enjoy teaching and sharing his fiber knowledge as well.  He firmly believe that anyone can knit or crochet!

As a maker, he always struggled to find similar skeins of yarn in coordinating or complementing colors, and he created Beach Bunny Yarns five years ago to ensure that fiber artists could pick from a broad selection of color palettes in a variety of great yarn bases.  "I love the creative and technical processes of dyeing and hope that my yarn brings you joy in all your creations!"  He is joined by his wife Alicia aka "she of the many hats":  Executive Director of Food & Beverage Distribution, Senior Yarn-Washer, Website Manager, Senior Stress Facilitator, and Chief Bunny Motivator...just to name a few!

Pre-sales will open once the entire collection has been revealed, and, as last year, there will be a bonus item for those who order the entire collection, but we'll cover that in another post.  Don't let this beauty pass you by!  That Darn Paperwork won't knit itself!

We Scare Because We Care

On Saturday, January 25, 2025, we will be hosting the meet-up in our new location at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort where there is plenty of seating both inside and outdoors, so there's a place for us no matter what the weather throws at us!  More on the exact location as we get closer to the event date.  Festivities begin at 1:00pm and will end around 4:30pm.  The event is completely free to attend, you only need to worry about parking which might not be much of a problem if you intend to have lunch or stay later for dinner at one of the several table service or quick service restaurants.  Just let the guard know at the entrance to the resort.

We encourage you to bring your stitching projects, be it knitting, crochet, cross stitch or spinning...it's all good!  Beach Bunny Yarns and Dizzy Blonde Studios will be your hosts for this magical occasion.  There will be some fun activities, prizes of the yarny nature and goodie bags for all registered attendees.

Speaking of which, registration for the meet-up is now open at Beach Bunny Yarns' webpage.  Space is limited, so make sure you register early and save the date!

Then on Sunday, January 26, 2025, we will be spending a magical day at Disney's Magic Kingdom Park, home of Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor!  If you are purchasing admission for the day, I believe there is no need to make reservations.  However, if you are an annual passholder, don't forget to make your reservations for the park.

Looking forward to seeing you all!

Let's get this Party Started!

Stitch the Magic*

Saturday & Sunday
January 25 & 26, 2025

Walt Disney World Resort

Saturday 1/25/25:  Stitchers' Meet-up

Sunday 1/26/25:  Park Excursion

*What is "Stitch the Magic"?

 Read all about it here

It's scary just how quickly this year has gone by!  Can you believe that we are just 3 months out from our next Stitch the Magic event?  What better time to get this party started by revealing this year's theme!

Because we have so much exciting news and information to share with you, we are going to forego our usual tease of the theme, and dive right in.  So, without further ado, this year's Stitch the Magic event is inspired by... 

Disney's & Pixar's 2001 full-length animated feature:  Monsters, Inc!

We are extremely excited about this year's exclusive collection, and will be revealing each and every item over the next few days/weeks, along with meet-up and park excursion details.  You definitely won't want to miss out!  So, if you haven't done so already, follow us on Facebook and Instagram.  Who knows, we might even post a TikTok or two, if we're feeling especially adventurous!