Noro Kureyon Book
The 30th Anniversary Collection
Celebrate Color and Quality
There are few yarns that compare to Noro’s Kureyon (Japanese for “crayon”). Its ultra-soft roving-like wool makes it a joy to knit with, and it’s luscious colorways make every project a work of art. There is no better way to celebrate Kureyon’s 30 colorful years than with 30 vibrant, new knits. Whether searching for something quick, like a hat or cowl, or a larger project, such as a multidirectional cardigan or a star-motif shawl, this volume in the Knit Noro collection has something for everyone to kick off the next 30 years in style.
Background:
Master Eisaku Noro - San (loosely translated as papa a term of endearment) passed away in 2022.
His legacy dates back to the 1970-80's when he and Sion Ealof (an industry leader and Noro Yarn distributor)
pioneered the wonder and artistry of "Colors of Nature" in Japan. Noro was a humble man from a Japanese Fisherman's Village. His close friend, Sion Ealof, now CEO of Knitting Fever who distributes Noro in the US, came up in the industry having owned a knit shop in the 1970's.
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Mrs. Knits also spent time in her early knitting career in Europe and Japan (see her bio online) and is a long time aficionado of Noro. She built her yarn shop as a Noro Concept Boutique and is a respected expert in Noro Yarns. She also dabbles a bit in European Yarn but Noro is her passion and artistic muse.
For all of us in the yarn industry - designers, retailers and influencers like Mrs. Knits are deeply saddened by his passing. Fortunately he had a full life and passed in his 90's surrounded by family. The Mrs. Knits' family sends its condolences to the Noro family and wants to say we appreciate you!
Today Noro's son and grandson have continued the Noro Tradition by introducing expanded Crochet Collection and pioneering new designs and more kits by popular demand.
Regardless of if you are new to Noro or are a long-time superfan girl like Mrs. Knits this book is a simple introducing and homage to the Master.