One of the Internet’s strengths is its ability to help consumers
find the right needle in a digital haystack of data.
[Jared Sandberg]
Wouldn’t you think I’d have every size of knitting needle after all of these years? Wrong. My grandson has already out-grown the red Wallaby I knit for him for this Christmas so I’m rapidly knitting a larger one. I’ll post a photo when I’m finished. I’ve worked up to the underarm on #5 circular needles but, when I started the sleeves, I discovered I have no #5 double-points. I also have no local yarn shop. I searched the internet and ordered a set of needles from The Local Needle in Florida. I received an email from them that they had mailed it the same day. Wow. Somebody knows knitters and their needs.
Knitting, writing and other joys 
I’ve heard that 2 new yarn shops are opening in Fort Wayne. One is supposed to be open on Brackenridge and the other will open Jan. 19 on N. Anthony Street. Have you heard anything about them?
Good for you Katherine! Yes, I am surprised that you had to buy needles . . . and soon you could buy them right here in town. We will have to celebrate! Blessings! c.
I have learned in time that knitters are just a great group of people, kind-hearted and ever grateful.
I’m twice blessed because I have them as customers.
Thank you for the kind words,
Joan
The Local Needle
So sorry you didn’t have them right at hand but you’ve got to love a yarn store like that! Hope they get there soon!
I’ve done business with them a couple times – they are very helpful and fast!! Just a satisfied customer. Pretty soon you will be knitting away! Post pictures please.