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Greetings -

I appreciate all the messages of concern and emotional support throughout the past two weeks while wrestling with the stress of Katrina events. I was actually already out of town when the hurricane decided to head towards New Orleans, so didn't have to debate whether to evacuate or not - but on the other hand, I also didn't have a chance to prepare my home and business for the storm.

I've been able to return home now and am deeply grateful that things are pretty much ok (minor damage and life is still topsy turvy with family displaced, but we are coping fine). And as you can see, I do have my power back on (albeit intermittently as repairs continue) and email working again.

While it is hard to find much of positive note to come out of the hurricane Katrina disaster, it is heartwarming to witness the outpouring of hospitality and generosity from everyone to those displaced and affected by this adversity.

There is much to do to rebuild New Orleans and Gulf Coast areas, but WE WILL!

Jackie E-S / HeartStrings FiberArts

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Carolyn Jones writes - - "I just finished making the triangle shawl and wanted to thank you for your creative pattern. It worked very well for me and I wanted you to know that the pattern directions were perfect! Your notes and simple written instructions were great.".

Learning new things makes knitting even more fun

And now there are even more Needlecraft University online classes with Jackie E-S that you can take from the convenience of your home. Classes span multiple weeks so you can practice and learn at your own pace according to your own schedule. Just connect your computer to the internet, and the class and Discussion Board are there, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

#K156 The Beads Go On
Explore a myriad of color and bead placement combinations.
Starts Oct 29, 2005 (3 lessons)

#K154 Triangular Lace Shawl
Knitting lace that looks impressive is easier than you might think.
Starts Oct 15, 2005 (3 lessons)

#K152 Beaded Holiday Mini Sock
Just in time for gifts for all your family and friends!
Starts Nov 5, 2005 (1 lesson)

#K150 Technique Teddy Bear
Knit an adorable teddy bear while learning techniques for shaping 3-dimensional forms.
Starts Oct 22, 2005 (3 lessons)

Seasonal features

	Back to school and go team! Knit Varsity Sox in your school or favorite team colors. This is September's sock of the month pattern in The Sock Journal, and includes instructions for multiple sizes and styles.
	#A30 Maple Leaves Scarf Create this deliciously delicate scarf in your choice of autumnal colors.
	#A68 Beaded Spider-Web Get ready for Halloween season with this favorite!

I wanted to let you know how much I love your newsletter (not as much as I love my husband, but it's pretty close). This month's issue on Silk Noil was perfect.

I'm a spinner and create many types of yarn, which I sell at the local Farmers' Market and to private customers. I'm in the process of spinning some Suri alpaca fiber which I blended with some silk noil I recently dyed in various jewel colors. Now I'm even more excited about spinning the yarn than I was before I read your newsletter and I was pretty excited...

Thanks for publishing your newsletter, I really love it. I hope you keep publishing them as long as you are able.

Sincerely,
Jet Tenley, Fiber Artist & Instructor
Celtic Crossroads Alpacas, Finn & Icelandic sheep

p.s. Jet invites you to her BlueMountain-FiberCircle Yahoo Group

HeartStrings FiberArts / Jackie E-S Design Collections

From the classic to the uniquely appealing.
Skill-building, comprehensive instructions.
Yarn-generic patterns for your creative freedom.
Specializing in Knitted Lace and Beaded Knitting.