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Quarterly DUNE n. 15, Spring 1998

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July 2021 Reveals

July is here! Let's check out our featured yarns for this month!

Meet the yarns and our themes in this month’s full crate reveal on YouTube.

Knit & Crochet Club Theme

It’s electric! This theme is all about bold colors, geometric shapes, and daring color combinations that will take your projects to the next level. Get in touch with your bright side with a pop of color in your crafts. Perfect for anything from a night out on the town to a cozy weekend at home, this month’s yarn will bring that wow factor. So set aside your weekend for some amazing crafting!

KnitCrate Knit & Crochet Club

Turn on the spotlights and disco balls for this month’s featured yarn, Uru.Yarn Electric! This 2-ply worsted weight yarn lives up to its name with two equally striking colorways, one bright pink and the other neon blue, sure to make your projects pop. Uru.Yarn Electric is a luxurious mix of 40% Alpaca, 30% Wool, and 30% Suri Alpaca, for cozy warmth and beautiful drape. With 150 yds (137 m) of this snazzy yarn in each skein, not a single stitch will be boring.

KnitCrate Knit & Crochet Club July 2021 Colorways

Members will receive 2 matching skeins in one of these 2 colorways.

Rave: Bring the party home to your yarn stash with the striking neon blue of Rave. The bold mix of blue plied with dark grey will shine in your next project that is sure to be anything but boring.

Wired: Hot pink and dark grey twine together to form the stripes of “Wired” with an eye-catching pop of contrast. You’ll want to keep crafting all night!

Knit & Crochet Club Patterns

Knit Pattern

Meredith Trzebiatowski (Sweet Pea & Sparrow) brings us the Weekend Vibes Cowl with luxuriously squishy cables and an oversized, slouchy vibe. The stitch pattern highlights the twisted plies of the yarn and creates an eye-catching fabric, perfect to pair with any outfit for peak coziness.

KNIT Pattern Details Needles: US 6 (4mm) circular needle to accommodate a 32” (81 cm) circumference cowl Yarn Needed: 284 yds (260 m) used / 2 skeins needed Finished Size: 16.5” (41.25 cm) wide x 12” (30 cm) tall Colorway: Wired

Crochet Pattern

The Weekender Slouch Hat by Natalia McHayle / Talia’s Crochet Creations is the perfect fast-paced project for a weekend of fun. This hat is made in one piece from the top down using a classic granny stitch pattern, meaning you can make this while you chat or watch TV with family and friends. The yarn lends the perfect drape to this accessory.

CROCHET Pattern Details Crochet Hooks: US H/8 (5 mm) and US K/10.5 (6.5 mm), or sizes needed to meet gauge Yarn Needed: 195 (240) yds (178 (219) m) used / 2 skeins needed for all sizes Notions: Tapestry needle Finished Size: 10 (12)” (25 (30)cm) wide x 9 (11)” (23 (28)cm) tall to fit heads 18-20 (22-24)” (46-51 (56-61)cm) circumference Colorway: Rave

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Sock Knit & Crochet Club + Mrs. Crosby Travels Theme

A yarn store glimmers in the distance. As you get closer, you can make out shades of green, blue, red, and gray – which one will be right for your next project? The good thing about this mirage, though, is that it doesn’t disappear as you get closer. All of the yarn is at your fingertips, ready to be knitted or crocheted into your next creation. As the desert sun slips beneath the horizon, make yourself a cozy scarf or shawl to keep away the cold as the wind blows across the sand. We know you’ll love this month’s yarn and projects that call to mind a beautiful desert mirage.

For our Sock Knit & Crochet Club this month, we are featuring some of your favorite knit and crochet artists from Spain! Special thanks to Clara Mateo who helped us coordinate the designs for this month as well as shared her talented photography with us.

Sock Knit & Crochet Club

Walk across the shifting landscape to admire the desert mirages with this month’s colorful array of options for your Sock Crate. Your toes will stay toasty warm despite the blowing wind with Vidalana Mirage Sock, a mix of 50% Superwash Merino, 35% Bamboo, and 15% Nylon. Each skein of fingering-weight yarn includes 400 yards (366 meters)/100 grams in one of three gorgeous colorways, enough to make an entire cozy pair of socks.

Members will receive 1 skein in one of these 3 colorways.

Amargosa: Take in the beautiful tones of this turquoise that call to mind peaceful, healing waters. This deep shade of teal is sure to bring relaxation.

Helianthus: The deep gold shades of Helianthus are sure to bring you right to the desert to enjoy a day out in the sunshine.

Sandstorm: Imagine the stars shining against the velvety navy color of Sandstorm. This inky blue has lighter patches of blue to add depth to the night sky.

Sock Knit & Crochet Club Patterns

Knit Sock Pattern

The La Platja Socks by Vanessa Pellisa are your new go-to summer accessory, with their wave cuff picot edging that calls to mind an afternoon on the beach. The ribbed structure of these socks lends a classic and romantic look to the design and are worked all in one piece for minimal finishing and maximum style.

KNIT Sock Pattern Details Needles: US 2 (2.75 mm) circular needle with a cable of at least 40” (102 cm) length for magic loop

Yarn Needed: 240 (309, 386) yds (171 (219, 274) m) used / 1 skein needed for all sizes

Notions: stitch markers (2), tapestry needle, and a stitch holder.

To Fit Foot circumference: 7 (8, 9)” / 17.5 (20, 22.5) cm Finished Foot Circumference: 6.75 (7.75, 8.75)” / 17 (20, 22) cm

Colorway: Helianthus

Crochet Sock Pattern

Lucía Cabrera Valverde (Knitting the Skyline) was inspired by summers in the north of Spain when designing the Net Summer Socks. You’re sure to feel fresh and fun with these mesh socks that let your feet breathe while still looking fabulous. Made with a mixture of chain spaces and single crochets, these socks work up quickly for a satisfying project.

CROCHET Sock Pattern Details Crochet Hooks: US 2.5 (3 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge Yarn Needed: 240 (280) yds (219 (256) m) used / 1 skein needed for all sizes Notions: stitch markers (2), tapestry needle. Finished Ankle/Foot Circumference: 8 (9)" (20 (23) cm)   To Fit Sizes: 7-10” (10-12”) (18-25 (25-30) cm) foot circumference Colorway: Amargosa

Want to join Sock Knit & Crochet Club? You can do it here!

Mrs. Crosby Travels Club, Quarterly Membership

This quarter has the illustrious Mrs. Crosby traveling to Morocco, a country full of beautiful buildings, breathtaking scenery, inspirational art, and rich history. Desert tones seem to make the blues found around cities like Marrakesh and Fez more vibrant than one can imagine. Blues are center stage with the skeins of Steamer Trunk Mrs. Crosby dyed in the colorway Sahra just for us, and we are once again swept away in a crafting escape. Each 100% Superwash Merino, worsted weight skein is 164 yds (150m), and members will receive 3 skeins in this quarterly partner crate.

Mrs.Crosby Travels Club Patterns

Knit Pattern

Lauren McElroy - Mother of Purl brings us the Dune Legwarmers, whose meandering cables were inspired by the natural curves of sand dunes. This is an excellent project for improving your cable-knitting skills as you create these chunky thigh-high legwarmers, which can be styled in a variety of ways for all seasons.

KNIT Pattern Details Needles: US 4 (3.5mm) circular needle, 9” (27 cm) or set of 5 dpns     Yarn Needed: 391 (447, 502, 558, 614) yds (358 (409. 459, 510, 561) m) used / 3 (3, 4, 4, 4) skeins needed Notions: cable needle (or extra DPN), stitch markers (2), tapestry needle. To fit Ankle Circumference: 7 (8, 9, 10, 11)” / 18 (20, 23, 25, 28) cm. (Choose a size with 0.5" / 1 cm positive ease.)  

Crochet Pattern

The Summer Charm Handbag from Alexandra Halsey/With Alex is a delightful choice of purse for any event, whether it’s a trip to the yarn market or your next night out on the town. Made with the waistcoat stitch, a variation on single crochet that creates a sturdy fabric, this bag has a gorgeous knit texture that doesn’t require any lining. It even features a removable cardboard base for even more structure.

CROCHET Pattern Details Hook: US J/10 (6 mm) Yarn Needed:  415 yds (379 m) used / 3 skeins needed Finished Measurements:  5.5x5.5" (14x14 cm) across, 6.5" (17 cm) tall, not including handle.

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Get Published: February Calls and Challenges

Our Stampington publications want your submissions! If you are an artist or writer looking to have your work featured in one of our magazines, here is the February calls and challenges that our editors are looking for. We encourage you to submit your work again even if you have tried before. The following magazines have upcoming deadlines of February 15th (unless otherwise noted), so this is your chance to see your name in print and get published!

Have questions about submitting your artwork? Tweet us @stampington or leave a comment below!

~Artwork by Kate Yetter

In every quarterly issue of Art Journaling, artists open their journals and share creative techniques for capturing their emotions. From stamping and collage art to painting and sketching, each journal is filled with innovative techniques and inspirational stories. If you have an art journal that you would like to share with our readers, we would love to hear from you.

Deadline: February 15th

~Artwork by Lynne Moncrieff

For that added touch of glamour without the complexity, Jewelry Affaire is a quarterly publication dedicated to the art of understated, yet extraordinary jewelry. You don’t need to be a master craftsperson to create wearable art that makes a statement. The refashioning of a vintage piece into something new, embellishing a chain, the placing of a pendant, adding beadwork — anything that exemplifies sophisticated chic on an easy to understand level can be submitted.

Here are some of our ongoing departments we feature in every issue:

Whimsical Wares

Jewelry that is out of the ordinary and extraordinary

Natural Revelry

Adornments that are otherworldly

Vintage Jubilee

For lovers of heirlooms and findings, celebrate with classics that make time stand still

Artistic Affaire

Innovative to wear and uncomplicated to share

Black Tie Affaire

Dripping with jewels, pearls, and other sumptuous materials, these sophisticated statements pieces can make every day feel like an occasion

If you’re interested in being our artist for the Feature Article, please email a link or pictures of your jewelry collection.

Deadline: February 15th

Submission Guidelines

~Event by Elisabeth Eden

Challenges

Unique gatherings take center stage with our now-quarterly publication, Mingle! From intimate art retreats, to creative, one-of-a-kind celebrations, Mingle provides the inspiration you need to plan extraordinary gatherings with an artistic flair. For this publication, we are looking for stunning photographs and stories from unique gatherings such as the following:

Intimate Affaires Do you get together regularly with close friends for a night in of crafts? Perhaps you have a tradition of going to the park for a knitting circle or a picnic.

Art Retreats Do you plan art retreats for others to come participate in? Have you attended one that had a profound effect on you?

Handcrafted Weddings Was your wedding completely crafted by hand? Did it take place somewhere unique?

Birthday Parties & Anniversaries Did you throw a party for a friend that was simply over the top? Maybe you thought of an interesting theme.

Party Details Did you take a couple pictures (or maybe just one) of a stunning aspect of an event that you think Mingle readers need to see?

This is just a sampling of the items we are looking for to publish in each issue of Mingle. Submissions and questions can be emailed to the editor at mingle@stampington.com, or saved on a disc and mailed to our physical address. If selected, we will need hi-res versions of your photographs.

Deadline: February 15th

Click here to download our guide for how to submit photographs. It will also show you how to convert images to the correct size and resolution for this publication.

Submission Guidelines

~Artwork by Lynne Moncrieff

Somerset Life aims to demonstrate how easy it is to add a touch of beauty to our daily lives, whether it is through a simple craft project, or an inspiring essay that shares how to find the beauty that already exists. Our mission is simple: make the ordinary extraordinary. For those looking to be a part of this bestselling publication, we have a number of ways to do so. We are currently looking for artwork submissions in the following categories:

Locales of Intrigue This special department features stories about truly unique stores and boutiques across the globe. Stores that would like to be featured in this department are asked to submit digital images of the store with a brief written query to the Editor-in-Chief at somersetlife@stampington.com. If the submission is accepted, professional hi-resolution digital images (300 dpi at 8″ x10″) will need to be furnished by the store. Deadline: Ongoing.

Life Creative Spaces Where do you create? Whether it’s a small table or breakfast nook, cleared-out closet, or an actual room dedicated as your creative studio, we want to peek inside. If you think your creative space is something that Somerset Life readers would like to learn more about, please submit digital images of your space with a brief written query to the Editor-in-Chief at somersetlife@stampington.com. If the submission is accepted, you will be asked to furnish professional hi-resolution images (300 dpi at 8″ x 10″). Deadline: Ongoing.

Mood Boards Artists frequently create mood boards that contain scraps of paper or fabric or other assorted elements that they like to display on a wall or a large piece of cardboard or foam core. These boards provide a ground from which ideas for projects come alive. Aside from their functionality, mood boards can become incorporated as part of the décor. Please submit digital images of your mood boards with a brief written query to the Editor-in-Chief at somersetlife@stampington.com. If the submission is accepted, you will be asked to either furnish the actual mood board or to provide professional hi-resolution images (300 dpi at 8″ x10″). Deadline: Ongoing.

Miscellany Sometimes, an image of something lovely is all we need to feel inspired. Have you taken a photo of something that makes you feel inspired? Perhaps it is a photo of your collection of vintage handkerchiefs. Or an old stack of books. Or your treasured stash of ribbons. Please submit your favorite digital images (5″ x 7″ @ 300 dpi) to be considered for Somerset Life’s special Miscellany department to the Editor-in-Chief at somersetlife@stampington.com. Deadline: Ongoing.

Artful Kits We all love to collect papers, ribbons, embellishments, and other bits and bobs. More fun than collecting specific elements is finding creative ways to juxtapose the pieces together to create unique kits. Whether you create them to give away or to sell or offer to students in a workshop setting, we’d like to see your favorite kits. Please send in kit samples directly to the Editor-in-Chief as outlined in the Submission Guidelines. Deadline: Ongoing.

Creative Living Ideas In each issue of Somerset Life we share 10 Creative Living Ideas, and we show quick and easy ways to add a touch of beauty or creativity to your life, or perhaps someone else’s. Maybe you have a clever way of packing a sack lunch, or you have a developed a creative way of saying “Thank You” to a friend. Please send in samples directly to the Editor-in-Chief as outlined in the Submission Guidelines. Deadline: Ongoing.

The Magic of Tea Bags How many tea bags have you tossed out lately? Well, stop! Take another look at the humble tea bag and re-imagine it as a work of art! Let the tea bag dry out, and then carefully cut it open by making a small slit close to the edge with very sharp scissors. Discard the tea and — voila! — a beautiful tiny canvas. Your lovely subtly stained tea bags can be painted, distressed, stitched, and embellished in so many ways. (If you dry them out on a piece of watercolor paper, you’ll have gorgeous stained paper to use in future projects.) We’d like to see how you incorporate tea bag art into your authentic and creative life for our summer issue. Deadline: February 15, 2018

ARTISTIC TEST TUBE ART We love L. Katherine Roberts holiday decor featured in our Oct/Nov/Dec 2017 issue showcasing holiday wrap and test tubes. L. Katherine often uses test tubes in her artwork and her paper wrapped Treat Tubes are a fabulous idea for gifting. How can you use test tubes in an artistic, creative way? From filling them with bath salts or potpourri and incorporating them into a spa basket, to making single-serve hot cocoa kits, to bundling a few together as bud vases, we know there are many ways to use these versatile vessels. They can hold tiny bits and baubles or transport you to another land — we want to see how your muse uses test tubes as part of your authentic, creative life. Deadline: February 15, 2018

CALLING ALL BEACHCOMBERS — WE WANT YOUR SAND! White, black, coarse, fine, glass, dune, volcanic. There are many types of sand and for our summer issue we’d like to showcase a variety of sand from our readers across the globe. Simply send us a sample of sand from your local beach or a special place you’ve visited. A quarter cup or so in a Ziploc bag or sealed container will do. Make sure to attach your contact information including your mailing address and email and exactly where the sand is from and what makes it special. If you want to go the extra mile and present it in a creative way, that’s fine too. (Please note: sand will not be returned.) Deadline: February 15, 2018

Click here to download our guide for submitting photographs. It will also show you how to convert images to the correct size and resolution for this publication.

Submission Guidelines

  ~Artwork by Renee Zarate

Challenges

Frightful & Delightful Double, double stamping and trouble; embossing guns burn and inkpads bubble! Our annual Frightful & Delightful Challenge, the most popular challenge of all, is back and we’re dying to see your submissions. Each year we receive amazingly spooky Halloween art that defies the imagination and we know this year will be no different. Dust the cobwebs off your Halloween-themed stamps — be they bats, ghosts, zombies, or monsters — and get ready to create some hocus-pocus! Deadline: February 1, 2018.

Color Challenge Colors have the amazing ability to evoke different moods and feelings. This serene shade of blue has just a hint of green and a name that can transport you to a calm state of mind — perfect for getting in the creative zone. In fact, research has shown that the color blue increases productivity, so you don’t have to worry about running out of inspiration any time soon! Sit back, relax, and incorporate this lovely hue in your next card creations. Send us your submissions by February 1, 2018 for possible inclusion in our Summer 2018 Issue. Don’t forget to include stamping! Deadline: February 1, 2018.

Sea Breeze Blue

Tempting Template

We would like to invite you to join in the stamping fun and send in your own template ideas! Please include the proposed pattern for your template as well as a sample card using your template. If your template is selected, you will receive a complimentary issue of The Stampers’ Sampler and the joy of seeing how other talented stampers build upon your original concept. For a better idea of what we’re looking for, click here to view our past templates online.

Deadline: February 1

A Different Point of View A single stamp has endless options. Part of the joy of rubber stamping is the number of ways one stamp can be used. We are always looking for submissions for A Different Point of View. Take a stamp that catches your eye, and create several different cards using that image or a portion thereof. Really challenge yourself to view the image in new ways, and push the boundaries of a single stamp. Deadline: February 1

A Call for Articles We are always looking for new and innovative stamping articles. If you’re interested in submitting an idea for an upcoming issue of The Stampers’ Sampler, we would love to see it. Just send us 5 – 10 cards that demonstrate the same theme, a new stamping technique, a unique usage of an unexpected or interesting material, or an exciting project. Just make sure it has stamping! Deadline: February 1

Are you The Stampers’ Sampler’s Next Guest Artist?  Since The Stampers’ Sampler was first introduced 20 years ago, this publication has featured many Guest Artists. This department is dedicated to artists (many who began as loyal readers) who capture The Stampers’ Sampler style — original greeting card creations that incorporate rubber stamping into the design. If you are a dedicated stamper, this is your chance to show off what makes your talent unique, whether you have a signature inking technique, an anything-but-ordinary style or a knack for layout designs. We would like to see new techniques, ones that are contemporary and one-of-a-kind, and vast themes. If you would like to audition to be a Guest Artist, we ask for the following:

A minimum of 5 sets of 3 cards in each set (ideally, we would prefer 8 sets of cards in a similar theme), for a grand total of 15 – 24 cards.

The best way to become familiar with what makes our Guest Artists stand out is to take a peek through our publication. For each set, keep in line with a similar color palette or theme. We’re dedicated to showcasing the very best artists, and we would love to feature your talented creations for all our readers to see! Deadline: February 1

Click here to download and print our Submissions Form!

Submission Guidelines

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Oregon’s Recreational Marijuana Tax: A Field Guide

Oregon cannabis taxes

The Oregon Department of Revenue (“DOR”) imposes a point-of-sale tax called the Recreational Marijuana Tax on all Oregon recreational cannabis retailers. The DOR collects 17% of the value of all cannabis sold at each retailer location.

In theory, this tax burden is shared across the entire cannabis production line (producer, processor, distributor, and retailer) by depressing prices. Oregon law also allows cities and counties to impose up to an additional 3% point-of-sale tax, but this additional tax can only be implemented after a vote of approval from local residents. Local jurisdictions can opt to enter into an agreement with the DOR that allows the DOR to collect the tax their behalf, and most jurisdictions that have passed a 3% tax have elected to do so. In these jurisdictions, the DOR will collect a full 20%, and distribute the 3% to the local governments.

The DOR maintains a record of local jurisdictions that have implemented the 3% tax, as well the list of jurisdictions that have entered into a collection agreement with the DOR. In most cases, any local tax issues will be handled on your state tax filings (discussed below), but if you are located in one of the following jurisdictions you will need to contact the local government directly to arrange for payment:

Brookings

Columbia County

Coos County

Cornelius

Dundee

Dunes City

Gilliam County

Gold Hill

Gresham

Hines

Jackson County

Josephine County

La Pine

Lafayette

Rainer

Rockaway Beach

Sheridan

Tillamook (the city)

Tualatin

Veneta

Westfir

Wheeler

Yachats

At the state level, each month every retail location must submit an Oregon Marijuana Tax Monthly Payment Voucher along with payment for the prior month’s tax. The tax can be paid online through the DOR’s Revenue Online website or can be paid by check, money order, or by cash in Salem — with all of the various problems that arise from transporting large quantities of cash. Remember that you will need to submit a separate voucher and payment for each location, so if you have multiple retail cannabis locations you need to track sales separately for each location. In addition to the monthly vouchers, you also need to submit a quarterly return.

What does the State of Oregon do with your hard earned taxes? By law, the DOR distributes the state marijuana tax as follows (taken from the DOR’s Marijuana Fact Sheet):

40 percent for education.

20 percent for purposes for which money in the Mental Health Alcoholism and Drug Services Account may be used.

15 percent for state law enforcement.

10 percent to cities, based on population and number of licensees.

10 percent to counties, based on total available grow canopy size and number of licensees.

5 percent for alcohol and drug abuse prevention, early intervention, and treatment services.

Remember that cannabis businesses are still subject to any other general business taxes imposed by the state or local jurisdiction, and of course federal taxes as well (which you can read more about here, here, here, and here). Oregon’s Recreational Marijuana Tax should, therefore, be only one small part of your tax planning.

from Canna Law Blog™ https://www.cannalawblog.com/oregons-recreational-marijuana-tax-a-field-guide-ready-for-review/