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"I am very delighted to be recognized as a Twenty under 40 winner and am super excited for Jimmy Beans to be honored as Small Company of the Year by EDAWN," said Zander. "This great news comes at a time when the business is really taking off and I couldn't be happier to receive such positive praise related to our efforts!"

For the Small Company of the Year award, Jimmy Beans Wool was judged on its performance in multiple categories and achievements in areas of investment, job growth, corporate citizenship, commitment to sustainability and overall contribution to the community. The Twenty under 40 awards took into consideration Zander's business accomplishments, community involvement and achievements and awards.

For more information about Jimmy Beans Wool and/or to request an interview with Jimmy Beans Wool Owner, Laura Zander, please contact Kaity Ocean at kaity@jimmybeanswool.com or 775-857-1320.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Jimmy Beans Wool is a yarn and fabric retailer offering knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. As a market leader in its multi-billion dollar industry, Jimmy Beans Wool takes an innovative, unparalleled approach to marketing. It is the first-ever official yarn, knitting and crochet supplier to U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing and is responsible for the national industry-wide Stitch Red campaign against heart disease in women. The store has been awarded an excellent rating from Stella Service for its outstanding customer service reputation and has been named four times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S and three times to the BizRate Circle of Excellence. It has also been featured on CNN and NPR and in Forbes and the New York Times.]]>Tue, 16 Oct 2012 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=37 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=36
A participant in the event created by The Education Alliance of Washoe County, in partnership with the Washoe County School District (WCSD), Zander joined 26 other local community leaders in shadowing a school principal for a day. She followed Cannan Elementary School's Principal, Bryan Myers on her list of responsibilities including things like staff meetings, classroom observation and evaluation, bus duty, interactions with students, teachers and parents, administrative tasks and lunchroom duty.

"I was honored to be asked to participate in this event," said Zander. "It really gave me great insight to the immense efforts and attention our school administrators put forth each day to strengthen public education in our community."

The second half of the day's program was a debriefing session that was facilitated by Dean Whellams, director of development for Q&D Construction, and held at Microsoft Licensing's local office. Feedback was gathered from all of the business leaders and principals in order to be evaluated for future participants and events.

This is the sixth time the Principal for a Day event has been organized by the Education Alliance. Plans are to continue providing this opportunity to the business community with a future event.

For more information about Jimmy Beans Wool and/or to request an interview with Jimmy Beans Wool Owner, Laura Zander, please contact Kaity Ocean at kaity@jimmybeanswool.com or 775-857-1320.

About the Education Alliance of Washoe County
Our mission is to foster education excellence in Washoe County through a community and education partnership that provides leadership, advocacy, programming and targeted financial support. The Education Alliance fosters educational excellence through a variety of educational programming while implementing and sustaining a comprehensive development plan to raise funds through annual giving, endowment, major gifts, special projects and public grants. For more information about the Education Alliance, please contact Denise Hedrick, Executive Director, at (775) 353-5533 or visit www.ed-alliance.org

About the Washoe County School District
The Washoe County School District includes the Reno/Sparks metropolitan area, Incline Village, Gerlach, Empire and Wadsworth Nevada. The District provides each of its 63,000 students with a superior education in a safe and challenging environment and is committed to graduate every child career and college ready. For more information please visit www.washoecountyschools.org. Follow them on twitter at WCSDTweet.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Jimmy Beans Wool is a yarn and fabric retailer offering knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. As a market leader in its multi-billion dollar industry, Jimmy Beans Wool takes an innovative, unparalleled approach to marketing. It is the first-ever official yarn, knitting and crochet supplier to U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing and is responsible for the national industry-wide Stitch Red campaign against heart disease in women. The store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for its outstanding customer service reputation and has been named four times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S and three times to the BizRate Circle of Excellence. It has also been featured on CNN and NPR and in Forbes and the New York Times. ]]>Tue, 16 Oct 2012 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=36 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=35
Knit Red (Sixth & Spring Books, June 2012, 144pp, hardcover, ISBN 978-1-936096-42-8) is the first of its kind in the knitting industry to mix style and soul with essential heart health education for women and draw awareness to the #1 killer of women in the United States, heart disease. It features 30 eye-catching, heart health-inspired red garment and accessory patterns from celebrity designers including Deborah Norville, Jared Flood, Norah Gaughan, Debbie Bliss, Kim Hargreaves, Nicky Epstein and more who also share their personal experiences with heart disease and tips on how they stay heart healthy. A section of the book is dedicated to heart-healthy living with information, tips, resources and recipes supplied by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women's Health, National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) and NHLBI's campaign--The Heart Truth®. A bonus pattern for a knit version of The Heart Truth's Red Dress logo, the "Mini Red Dress," is also included.

"Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States and the Needlearts industry is made up of 98% women, so we need to draw attention to this deadly illness and help make the fiber community and women everywhere aware of their risks and informed on how to lead healthier lives," said Laura Zander. "What better way to do this than with a gorgeous, informative book that women can enjoy and reference for years to come."

Knit Red is one of many unique Stitch Red products created by numerous manufacturers and designers in the Needlearts industry to raise awareness of heart disease in women. The book will retail for $19.95 and a portion of its proceeds will benefit the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health in support of The Heart Truth®, a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease, sponsored by the NHLBI.

Copies of Knit Red, as well as the yarns used to create the patterns in the book, will be available for purchase during the book signing. Books are also now available at Jimmy Beans Wool's retail location and online at www.JimmyBeansWool.com. For more information about the book signing and/or to request an interview with author, Laura Zander, or any of the designers please call 775-857-1320, email kaity@jimmybeanswool.com or visit http://stitchred.com/knitRedBook.asp.

Knit Red Featured Designers
Debbie Bliss, Nicky Epstein, Jared Flood, Kieran Foley, Norah Gaughan, Jeanne Giles, Tanis Gray, Cornelia Tuttle-Hamilton, Kim Hargreaves, Sarah Hatton, Kristen Ashbaugh-Helmreich, Kit Hutchin, Lindsey Jacobellis, Daniela Johannsenova, Andrea Jurgrau, Barry Klein, Maie Landra, Cecily Glowik MacDonald, Deborah Newton, Ann Norling, Deborah Norville, Melissa Morgan-Oakes, Michele Rose Orne, Iris Schreier, Diane Soucy, Debbie Stoller, Martin Storey, Amy Swenson, Ysolda Teague and Barbara Venishnick.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Jimmy Beans Wool is a local online yarn and fabric retailer offering knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. As a market leader in its multi-billion dollar industry, Jimmy Beans Wool takes an innovative, unparalleled approach to marketing. It is the first-ever official yarn, knitting and crochet supplier to U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing and is responsible for the national industry-wide Stitch Red campaign against heart disease in women. The store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for its outstanding customer service reputation and has been named three times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S. It has also been featured on CNN, NPR, Forbes and in the New York Times.

About Vogue Knitting & Sixth&Spring Books
Vogue Knitting is the flagship magazine of SoHo Publishing Co. For thirty years, Vogue Knitting has set the bar for knitting, working with the biggest and most talented names in fashion today. Led by Editorial Director Trisha Malcolm, Vogue Knitting is published five times per year. Sixth&Spring Books, the book publishing imprint of SoHo Publishing, publishes approximately 20 new knitting, crochet, sewing, crafts, and lifestyle titles each year, and has a backlist of more than 100 titles.

About The Heart Truth® Campaign
The Heart Truth® is a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease and is sponsored by the NHLBI, part of the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Through the campaign, the NHLBI leads the nation in a landmark heart health awareness movement that is being embraced by millions who share the common goal of better heart health for all women.

The centerpiece of The Heart Truth is the Red Dress, which was introduced as the national symbol for women and heart disease awareness in 2002 by the NHLBI. The Red Dress reminds women of the need to protect their heart health, and inspires them to take action. To learn more, visit www.hearttruth.gov.

® The Heart Truth and The Red Dress are registered trademarks of HHS. Participation by Jimmy Beans Wool and Stitch Red partners does not imply endorsement by HHS/NIH/NHLBI. ]]>Fri, 25 May 2012 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=35 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=34
Knit Red (Sixth&Spring Books, June 2012, 144pp, hardcover, ISBN 978-1-936096-42-8) features 30 eye-catching, heart health-inspired red garment and accessory patterns from industry greats such as Jared Flood, Norah Gaughan, Debbie Bliss, Kim Hargreaves, Deborah Norville, Nicky Epstein and more. A bonus pattern for a knit version of The Heart Truth's Red Dress logo, the "Mini Red Dress," is also included.

In addition to garments and patterns, the designers share their personal experiences with heart disease and tips on how they stay heart healthy. There is also an entire section dedicated to heart-healthy living, complete with information, tips, resources and recipes supplied by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women's Health, National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) and NHLBI's campaign--The Heart Truth®.

"Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States and the Needlearts industry is made up of 98% women, so we need to draw attention to this deadly illness and help make the fiber community and women everywhere aware of their risks and informed on how to lead healthier lives," said Laura Zander. "What better way to do this than with a gorgeous, informative book that women can enjoy and reference for years to come."

Knit Red is one of many unique Stitch Red products created by numerous manufacturers and designers in the Needlearts industry to raise awareness of heart disease in women. The book will retail for $19.95 and a portion of its proceeds will benefit the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health in support of The Heart Truth®, a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease, sponsored by the NHLBI.

For more information about Knit Red and/or to request an interview with author, Laura Zander, please call 775-857-1320, email kaity@jimmybeanswool.com or visit http://stitchred.com/knitRedBook.asp.

Knit Red Featured Designers
Debbie Bliss, Nicky Epstein, Jared Flood, Kieran Foley, Norah Gaughan, Jeanne Giles, Tanis Gray, Cornelia Tuttle-Hamilton, Kim Hargreaves, Sarah Hatton, Kristen Ashbaugh-Helmreich, Kit Hutchin, Lindsey Jacobellis, Daniela Johannsenova, Andrea Jurgrau, Barry Klein, Maie Landra, Cecily Glowik MacDonald, Deborah Newton, Ann Norling, Deborah Norville, Melissa Morgan-Oakes, Michele Rose Orne, Iris Schreier, Diane Soucy, Debbie Stoller, Martin Storey, Amy Swenson, Ysolda Teague and Barbara Venishnick.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Jimmy Beans Wool is a yarn and fabric retailer offering knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. As a market leader in its multi-billion dollar industry, Jimmy Beans Wool takes an innovative, unparalleled approach to marketing. It is the first-ever official yarn, knitting and crochet supplier to U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing and is responsible for the national industry-wide Stitch Red campaign against heart disease in women. The store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for its outstanding customer service reputation and has been named three times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S. It has also been featured on CNN, NPR, Forbes and in the New York Times.

About Vogue Knitting & Sixth&Spring Books
Vogue Knitting is the flagship magazine of SoHo Publishing Co. For thirty years, Vogue Knitting has set the bar for knitting, working with the biggest and most talented names in fashion today. Led by Editorial Director Trisha Malcolm, Vogue Knitting is published five times per year. Sixth&Spring Books, the book publishing imprint of SoHo Publishing, publishes approximately 20 new knitting, crochet, sewing, crafts, and lifestyle titles each year, and has a backlist of more than 100 titles.

About The Heart Truth® Campaign
The Heart Truth® is a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease and is sponsored by the NHLBI, part of the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Through the campaign, the NHLBI leads the nation in a landmark heart health awareness movement that is being embraced by millions who share the common goal of better heart health for all women.

The centerpiece of The Heart Truth is the Red Dress, which was introduced as the national symbol for women and heart disease awareness in 2002 by the NHLBI. The Red Dress reminds women of the need to protect their heart health, and inspires them to take action. To learn more, visit www.hearttruth.gov.

® The Heart Truth and The Red Dress are registered trademarks of HHS. Participation by Jimmy Beans Wool and Stitch Red partners does not imply endorsement by HHS/NIH/NHLBI. ]]>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=34 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=33
Stitch Red Knit Night is part of a high-profile nationwide heart disease awareness campaign, Stitch Red, founded by Jimmy Beans Wool and supported by a majority of manufacturers and retailers in the Needlearts Industry. The campaign is driving efforts to draw attention to heart disease, help women understand the risk factors for the disease and encourage the adoption of healthier lifestyles so they can protect their heart health.

"Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States and the Needlearts industry is made up of 98% women, so we need to draw attention to this deadly illness and help make the fiber community and women everywhere aware of their risks and informed on how to lead healthier lives," said Laura Zander, owner of Jimmy Beans Wool.

Lengdorfer is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Public Health and is writing her thesis on the public health implications of heart disease for women in Nevada. She will discuss noteworthy heart disease and cardiovascular disease trends; showcase how Nevada and Washoe County stack up to the U.S. in heart disease trends; explain gender differences in cardiovascular disease; and draw attention to risk factors and provide tips on ways to reduce risk for heart disease.

"As a knitter, a customer of Jimmy Beans Wool, as well as a public health graduate student, I was excited by the opportunity to speak about the threat of heart disease to other women who share my interests and bring awareness to my own community, said Lengdorfer. "I hope to encourage other women to protect their heart and vascular health for longer, happier lives."

Attendees of the Stitch Red Knit Night will be able to preview and purchase official Stitch Red products for which a percentage of gross profits will benefit the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) in support of The Heart Truth®, a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease, sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). For more information about the Stitch Red Knit Night and to reserve your spot, please call 775-827-9276 or email info@stitchred.com.

About Stitch Red
Stitch Red is supported by a majority of manufacturers and vendors in the Needlearts industry who are creating unique Stitch Red products for which a percentage of gross profits will benefit the FNIH in support of The Heart Truth®, a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease, sponsored by the NHLBI. Additionally, Jimmy Beans Wool has written a book, Knit Red, which features 30 celebrity designers sharing patterns and personal stories and will be released in June of 2012. Stitch Red Knit Nights are being hosted by Jimmy Beans Wool and other local yarn stores across the country. A percentage of gross profits from Knit Red and Stitch Red Knit Nights will also benefit FNIH in support of The Heart Truth®.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Jimmy Beans Wool is a yarn and fabric retailer offering knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. As a market leader in its multi-billion dollar industry, Jimmy Beans Wool takes an innovative, unparalleled approach to marketing. It is the first-ever official yarn, knitting and crochet supplier to U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing and is responsible for the national industry-wide Stitch Red campaign against heart disease in women. The store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for its outstanding customer service reputation and has been named three times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S. It has also been featured on CNN, NPR, Forbes and in the New York Times.

About The Heart Truth® Campaign
The Heart Truth® is a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease and is sponsored by the NHLBI, part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Through the campaign, the NHLBI leads the nation in a landmark heart health awareness movement that is being embraced by millions who share the common goal of better heart health for all women.

The centerpiece of The Heart Truth is the Red Dress, which was introduced as the national symbol for women and heart disease awareness in 2002 by the NHLBI. The Red Dress® reminds women of the need to protect their heart health, and inspires them to take action. To learn more, visit www.hearttruth.gov.

® The Heart Truth and The Red Dress are registered trademarks of HHS. Participation by Jimmy Beans Wool and Stitch Red partners does not imply endorsement by HHS/NIH/NHLBI. ]]>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=33 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=32
Through the generous donations and efforts of Jimmy Beans Wool, The Yarn Group, Vogue Knitting Magazine, Tahki Stacy Charles, Classic Elite Yarns, Knitting Pure and Simple, Rowan, Red Heart Yarns, Universal Yarns, Lorna's Laces and Knitter's Pride Needles, awards will be distributed to five outstanding students this year. Each award is worth $2,250.

Applicants must be a knitter or crocheter, submit a personal photo of themselves holding their original knitting/crochet design or a photo of a recent and completed knitting/crochet project and complete an application. The merit-based award is open to all undergraduate, graduate and professional students who will be attending an accredited institution for the 2012-2013 school year. Applicants may be pursuing a degree in any field.

This is the third year that Jimmy Beans Wool has supported the pursuit of higher education through the Bean for Brains scholarship program, with almost 3,000 applicants last year. The goal of Beans for Brains is to help provide opportunities for higher education to people in the knitting and crochet community. "Paying for college is a major financial challenge for many people and every little bit helps," says Jimmy Beans Wool owner Laura Zander. "This is an investment in our industry and in our future."

Interested students can review the scholarship requirements and download the scholarship application form online at http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/scholarship.

Completed applications are due by April 15, 2012 and must be submitted via email to scholarship@jimmybeanswool.com.

Winners will be notified beginning no later than June 1, 2012.

For more information about the Beans for Brains Scholarship Program, please visit www.jimmybeanswool.com/scholarship.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Jimmy Beans Wool is a yarn and fabric retailer offering knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. As a market leader in its multi-billion dollar industry, Jimmy Beans Wool takes an innovative, unparalleled approach to marketing. It is the first-ever official yarn, knitting and crochet supplier to U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing and is responsible for the national industry-wide Stitch Red campaign against heart disease in women. The store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for its outstanding customer service reputation and has been named three times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S. It has also been featured on CNN, NPR, Forbes and in the New York Times. ]]>Tue, 6 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=32 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=31
The two companies are hosting free knitting and crocheting lessons for athletes and event attendees at the Stitch Mountain tent in the Sampling Village at the Sprint U.S. Grand Prix at Mammoth Mountain on Friday, March 2nd and Saturday, March 3rd. The Learn to Knit and Learn to Crochet classes will take place at 2 and 2:30 pm, respectively, on both days. In addition to learning to create their own winter gear, people can pick up unique Stitch Mountain swag including yarn, patterns, needles and more - everything they need to get started on a creative, fun project.

"Yarn and skiing are two of my biggest passions and go hand-in-hand," said Jimmy Beans Wool Owner, Laura Zander. "We want to expose Snowsport enthusiasts to the connection between the two and show them how easy and fun it is to get creative in another way - whether it's making beanies, neck warmers or headbands, or learning about what fibers their favorite winter gear is made from."

The Stitch Mountain tent will be located in the Sampling Village at Mammoth Mountain and open Friday, March 2nd from 9am to 3pm and Saturday, March 3rd from 9am to 3pm. During these times, athletes and event attendees are encouraged to stop by and learn more about the Stitch Mountain campaign, preview the official Stitch Mountain yarn, patterns and more, and enjoy learning to knit and crochet.

For more information about Stitch Mountain please visit www.stitchmountain.com, email laura@jimmybeanswool.com or call 775-857-1320.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Jimmy Beans Wool is a yarn and fabric retailer offering knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. As a market leader in its multi-billion dollar industry, Jimmy Beans Wool takes an innovative, unparalleled approach to marketing. It is the first-ever official yarn, knitting and crochet supplier to U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing and is responsible for the national industry-wide Stitch Red campaign against heart disease in women. The store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for its outstanding customer service reputation and has been named three times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S. It has also been featured on CNN, NPR, Forbes and in the New York Times.

About Red Heart® Yarns
Red Heart® is one of the most trusted brands in yarn. For over 75 years, more people have chosen to make heirlooms using Red Heart® yarn than any other yarn. Red Heart® yarns stand for quality, largest color selection, fashion and above all else, crafted with love. Whatever your creativity calls for, you'll find it in the Red Heart® family. Explore our vast selection of yarns, booklets and free patterns for all skill levels. A little bit of love woven into every strand. ]]>Fri, 2 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=31 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=29
The agreement comes after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced back in April 2011 that halfpipe and slopestyle skiing and slopestyle snowboarding will be added to the 2014 Olympics in Sochi, Russia.

A driving force behind the partnership is to build awareness of the yarn industry and to expose people to different crafts, fibers and companies. To that end, Jimmy Beans Wool has partnered with Red Heart® yarns to create Stitch Mountain, a marketing campaign that encourages people to be creative on and off the slopes. Yarn for the campaign and the athletes will be supplied exclusively by Red Heart® yarns, one of the most prominent brands in North America.

"We are thrilled to have created a relationship that will not only publicize the Needlearts industry, but also combine two of our passions, yarn and skiing," said Jimmy Beans Wool Owner, Laura Zander. "My husband and I moved to the Reno-Tahoe area from San Francisco 11 years ago because we wanted to spend more time skiing. When we opened our yarn shop back in 2002, we consistently had skiers and snowboarders, male and female alike, come into our shop asking for yarn to make beanies. Being able to support the sport that we love so much is a dream come true. It is a great way for us to give back to all of those skiers and snowboarders that helped us grow our business!"

In addition to sponsoring U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing, Jimmy Beans Wool and Red Heart® yarns are sponsoring Olympic silver medalist and seven-time X Games Champion in Snowboardcross, Lindsey Jacobellis. Jacobellis is an avid knitter and knitwear designer. She designs and knits hats for her charity, Hats 4 Hounds, and will be designing hat patterns exclusively for Jimmy Beans Wool (using yarns from Red Heart® yarns).

As part of its agreement with the USSA, Jimmy Beans Wool and Red Heart® yarns together will feature a Stitch Mountain sampling tent at the Sprint U.S. Grand Prix events at Canyons Resort in Park City, Utah and Mammoth Mountain, Calif. With typically fewer than ten tents - and more than 8,000 attendees - at each event, Jimmy Beans Wool, Red Heart® yarns and their Stitch Mountain campaign will surely draw attention - and might just get some people knitting!

For more information about Stitch Mountain please visit www.stitchmountain.com email laura@jimmybeanswool.com or call 775-857-1320.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Jimmy Beans Wool is a yarn and fabric retailer offering knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. As a market leader in its multi-billion dollar industry, Jimmy Beans Wool takes an innovative, unparalleled approach to marketing. It is the first-ever official yarn, knitting and crochet supplier to U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing and is responsible for the national industry-wide Stitch Red campaign against heart disease in women. The store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for its outstanding customer service reputation and has been named three times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S. It has also been featured on CNN, NPR, Forbes and in the New York Times.

About Red Heart® Yarns
Red Heart® is one of the most trusted brands in yarn. For over 75 years, more people have chosen to make heirlooms using Red Heart® yarn than any other yarn. Red Heart® yarns stand for quality, largest color selection, fashion and above all else, crafted with love. Whatever your creativity calls for, you'll find it in the Red Heart® family. Explore our vast selection of yarns, booklets and free patterns for all skill levels. A little bit of love woven into every strand. ]]>Fri, 2 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=29 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=27
Stitch Red Knit Night is part of a high-profile nationwide heart disease awareness campaign, Stitch Red, founded by Jimmy Beans Wool and supported by a majority of manufacturers and retailers in the Needlearts Industry. The campaign is driving efforts to draw attention to heart disease, help women understand the risk factors for the disease and encourage the adoption of healthier lifestyles so they can protect their heart health.

"Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States and the Needlearts industry is made up of 98% women, so we need to draw attention to this deadly illness and help make the fiber community and women everywhere aware of their risks and informed on how to lead healthier lives," said Laura Zander, owner of Jimmy Beans Wool.

Dr. Anderson's mission is to prevent heart attack and stroke for his patients by early diagnosis where risk isn't apparent. He combines his knowledge of vascular health with cutting edge equipment to assess a person's risk for cardiovascular disease and diagnose Atherosclerosis, a disease in which plaque builds up in the arteries and can lead to heart attack and stroke. He does this by performing tests such as the Carotid IMT, Endopat, Central Aortic Pressure Test and MCG amongst others. Depending on results from these tests, Dr. Anderson develops a treatment plan tailored to the patient's specific needs.

"Women present differently for heart disease than men," said Dr. Anderson. "It is my mission to identify women who are in jeopardy of the disease by using these risk assessment tools and help them become aware of their heart health and understand what steps they can take to prevent a heart attack or stroke."

Attendees of the Stitch Red Knit Night will be able to preview and purchase official Stitch Red products for which a percentage of gross profits will benefit the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) in support of The Heart Truth®, a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease, sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). For more information about the Stitch Red Knit Night and to reserve your spot, please call 775-827-9276 or email info@stitchred.com.

About Stitch Red
Stitch Red is supported by a majority of manufacturers and vendors in the Needlearts industry who are creating unique Stitch Red products for which a percentage of gross profits will benefit the FNIH in support of The Heart Truth®, a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease, sponsored by the NHLBI. Additionally, Jimmy Beans Wool has written a book, Knit Red, which features 30 celebrity designers sharing patterns and personal stories and will be released in June of 2012. Stitch Red Knit Nights are being hosted by Jimmy Beans Wool and other local yarn stores across the country. A percentage of gross profits from Knit Red and Stitch Red Knit Nights will also benefit FNIH in support of The Heart Truth®.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Jimmy Beans Wool is a yarn and fabric retailer offering knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. As a market leader in its multi-billion dollar industry, Jimmy Beans Wool takes an innovative, unparalleled approach to marketing. It is the first-ever official yarn, knitting and crochet supplier to U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing and is responsible for the national industry-wide Stitch Red campaign against heart disease in women. The store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for its outstanding customer service reputation and has been named three times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S. It has also been featured on CNN, NPR, Forbes and in the New York Times.

About The Heart Truth® Campaign
The Heart Truth® is a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease and is sponsored by the NHLBI, part of the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Through the campaign, the NHLBI leads the nation in a landmark heart health awareness movement that is being embraced by millions who share the common goal of better heart health for all women.

The centerpiece of The Heart Truth is the Red Dress, which was introduced as the national symbol for women and heart disease awareness in 2002 by the NHLBI. The Red Dress reminds women of the need to protect their heart health, and inspires them to take action. To learn more, visit www.hearttruth.gov.

The Heart Truth® and The Red Dress are registered trademarks of HHS. Participation by Jimmy Beans Wool, Dr. Anderson and Stitch Red partners does not imply endorsement by HHS/NIH/NHLBI. ]]>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=27 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=26Stitch Red, which is fast becoming an industry-wide movement to raise awareness about heart disease, the #1 killer of women in the United States.

Stitch Red is supported by a majority of manufacturers and vendors in the Needlearts industry who are creating unique "Stitch Red" products for which 5% of gross profits will benefit the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) in support of The Heart Truth®, a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease, sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Additionally, Jimmy Beans Wool has written a book, Knit Red, which features 30 celebrity designers sharing patterns and personal stories and will be released in June of 2012. Another element of the campaign is a monthly "Stitch Red Knit Night" that will be hosted by Jimmy Beans Wool at its retail center in Reno, Nevada, along with other local yarn shops across the country. Five percent of gross profits from Knit Red and "Stitch Red Knit Night" will also benefit FNIH in support of The Heart Truth®.

Laura Zander, owner of Jimmy Beans Wool, was shocked to learn how many Americans, both men and women, are affected by heart disease. After her active outdoorsy husband Doug was diagnosed with high blood pressure at the young age of 35, it became Laura's mission to help raise awareness about the illness. "I was most shocked to learn that more women die every year of heart disease than any other disease-even breast cancer," said Zander. "And heart disease is preventable. In fact, by leading a healthy lifestyle, Americans can lower their risk of heart disease by as much as 82 percent. It's never too early or too late to take action. It's not a disease that just affects men."

It is Jimmy Beans Wool's goal to not only use the Stitch Red campaign to draw awareness about this deadly and often silent disease amongst the fiber community of knitters and crocheters, but to get the message out to women everywhere. For more information about Stitch Red and to find out how you can get involved, please visit www.stitchred.com or contact Laura Zander or Kaity Ocean at laura@jimmybeanswool.com, kaity@jimmybeanswool.com or 775-827-9276.

Stitch Red Partners
Artyarns, Be Sweet, Inc., Berroco, Inc., Blue Sky Alpacas, Classic Elite Yarns, Crystal Palace Yarns, della Q, Denise Interchangeable Knitting & Crochet, Fairmount Fibers Ltd., Frog Tree Yarns, Interweave Store, Jade Sapphire Exotic Fibres, Jimmy Beans Wool, Knitter's Magazine, Knitting Fever Inc., Koigu Wool Designs, Kollage Yarns, Lantern Moon, Lindabelinda, Lorna's Laces, Malabrigo Yarn, Mountain Meadow Wool Mill, LP, Namaste, Plymouth Yarn, Red Heart Yarns, Shibui Knits, Skacel, Soak Wash Inc., Swans Island Yarns, Tahki Stacy Charles, Trendsetter Yarns, Universal Yarn, Vogue Knitting, WEBS - America's Yarn Store, Westminster Fibers, Yarn Pop and Yarnsisters.

Local Yarn Store Supporters
Baskets of Yarn, Cotton Clouds, Inc., Jessica Knits, Jimmy Beans Wool, Knit, Riverwools... A knitting place and Susquehanna Knitting Company.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Founded in 2002 by Laura Zander, aka "Jimmy," and Doug Zander, Jimmy Beans Wool is a brick and mortar and Internet yarn and fabric superstore. It offers knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. Headquartered in Reno, Nevada, the store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for their excellent customer service reputation and has been named three times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S. It has also been featured on CNN, NPR, Forbes and in the New York Times.

About The Heart Truth® Campaign
The Heart Truth® is a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease and is sponsored by the NHLBI, part of the NIH, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Through the campaign, the NHLBI leads the nation in a landmark heart health awareness movement that is being embraced by millions who share the common goal of better heart health for all women.

The centerpiece of The Heart Truth is the Red Dress, which was introduced as the national symbol for women and heart disease awareness in 2002 by the NHLBI. The Red Dress reminds women of the need to protect their heart health, and inspires them to take action. To learn more, www.hearttruth.gov. ® The Heart Truth and The Red Dress are registered trademarks of HHS.
]]>Thu, 2 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=26 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=28
The two companies are hosting a Stitch Mountain sampling tent at the Sprint U.S. Grand Prix events at Canyons Resort in Park City, UT and Mammoth Mountain, CA. There, athletes and other event attendees can learn to knit and crochet, and pick up unique Stitch Mountain swag including yarn, patterns, needles and more - everything they need to get started on a creative, fun project.

"Yarn and skiing are two of my biggest passions and go hand-in-hand," said co-owner of Jimmy Beans Wool, Laura Zander. "We want to expose Wintersport enthusiasts to the connection between the two and show them how easy and fun it is to get creative in another way - whether it's making beanies, neck warmers or headbands, or learning about what fibers their favorite winter gear is made from."

The Stitch Mountain sampling tent will be located in the sampling Village at the Canyons Resort. The tent will be open Friday, February 10th through Sunday, February 12th from 9am to 3pm. During this time, athletes and attendees can stop by and learn more about the Stitch Mountain campaign, preview the official Stitch Mountain yarn, patterns and more, and take knitting and crocheting lessons.

For more information about Stitch Mountain visit www.stitchmountain.com or call 775-827-9276.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Founded in 2002 by Laura Zander, aka "Jimmy," and Doug Zander, Jimmy Beans Wool is a brick and mortar and Internet yarn and fabric superstore. It offers knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for their excellent customer service reputation and has been named three times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S. It has also been featured on CNN, NPR, Forbes and in the New York Times.

About Red Heart®
Red Heart® is one of the most trusted brands in yarn. For over 75 years, more people have chosen to make heirlooms using Red Heart yarn than any other yarn. Red Heart yarns stand for quality, largest color selection, fashion and above all else, crafted with love. Whatever your creativity calls for, you'll find it in the Red Heart family. Explore our vast selection of yarns, booklets and free patterns for all skill levels. A little bit of love woven into every strand. ]]>Wed, 1 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=28 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=30
The Stitch Red Knit Night is part of a national campaign, Stitch Red, which was founded by Jimmy Beans Wool and is supported by a majority of manufacturers and retailers in the Needlearts Industry. The campaign is driving efforts to draw attention to heart disease, help women understand the risk factors for the disease and encourage the adoption of healthier lifestyles so they can protect their heart health.

"Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States and the Needlearts industry is made up of 98% women, so we need to draw attention to this deadly illness and help make the fiber community and women everywhere aware of their risks and informed on how to lead healthier lives," said Laura Zander, Owner of Jimmy Beans Wool.

Dr. Ocean focuses his dental practice on encouraging optimal overall health for his patients through prime oral hygiene. He has studied the links between dental health and heart disease and is adamant about educating people about how they can help prevent the illness with simple tips like flossing every day and strengthening the immune system through proper oral hygiene. "There are hundreds of types of bacteria that live in the mouth, which can enter directly into the bloodstream and greatly increase the risk for a heart attack," said Ocean. "Flossing is one simple, key way to help prevent the transfer of bacteria into circulation - you can be extremely fit and healthy, but if you have poor oral health, your chance of getting heart disease is much greater."

Attendees of the Stitch Red Knit Night will be able to preview and purchase official Stitch Red products for which a percentage of gross profits will benefit the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) in support of The Heart Truth®, a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease, sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). For more information about the Stitch Red Knit Night and to reserve your spot, please call 775-827-9276 or email info@stitchred.com.

About Stitch Red
Stitch Red is supported by a majority of manufacturers and vendors in the Needlearts industry who are creating unique "Stitch Red" products for which 5% of gross profits will benefit the FNIH in support of The Heart Truth®, a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease, sponsored by the NHLBI. Additionally, Jimmy Beans Wool has written a book, Knit Red, which features 30 celebrity designers sharing patterns and personal stories and will be released in June of 2012. Another element of the campaign is a monthly "Stitch Red Knit Night" that will be hosted by Jimmy Beans Wool at its retail center in Reno, Nevada, along with other local yarn shops across the country. Five percent of gross profits from Knit Red and "Stitch Red Knit Night" will also benefit FNIH in support of The Heart Truth®.

About Jimmy Beans Wool
Founded in 2002 by Laura Zander, aka "Jimmy," and Doug Zander, Jimmy Beans Wool is a brick and mortar and Internet yarn and fabric superstore. It offers knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. Headquartered in Reno, Nevada, the store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for their excellent customer service reputation and has been named three times to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S. It has also been featured on CNN, NPR, Forbes and in the New York Times.

About The Heart Truth® Campaign
The Heart Truth® is a national awareness campaign for women about heart disease and is sponsored by the NHLBI, part of the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Through the campaign, the NHLBI leads the nation in a landmark heart health awareness movement that is being embraced by millions who share the common goal of better heart health for all women.

The centerpiece of The Heart Truth is the Red Dress, which was introduced as the national symbol for women and heart disease awareness in 2002 by the NHLBI. The Red Dress reminds women of the need to protect their heart health, and inspires them to take action. To learn more, visit www.hearttruth.gov.

® The Heart Truth and The Red Dress are registered trademarks of HHS. Participation by Jimmy Beans Wool, Dr. Ocean and Stitch Red partners does not imply endorsement by HHS/NIH/NHLBI. ]]>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=30 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=25
The agenda for November 4th is designed as a day-long program for attendees to interact with Administration officials on a range of issues, including the American Jobs Act, innovation, infrastructure, regulatory reform, access to capital, and ways in which the federal government can set the table to encourage job creation. Dr. Rebecca Blank, the Acting Deputy Secretary of Commerce, will open the event with a Top Line economic update, followed by round table discussions involving all participants.

As a market leader in the multi billion-dollar needle arts & crafts industry, Zander and Jimmy Beans Wool was hand selected to be amongst a very small, elite group of successful businesses asked to come to the White House and offer non-partisan input on how to help other small businesses flourish and grow in our struggling economy. As one of the fastest growing retail businesses in the country last few years, Jimmy Beans Wool nearly 600% growth drew the attention of members of the Administration.

Laura Zander, CEO of Jimmy Beans Wool, was honored to be selected to join this group. "Our business is growing rapidly, and is self-financed and debt free" said Zander, " and we want to keep it that way. Being invited to the White House for an event of this stature is unbelievably flattering and really validates the great work we do. It also legitimizes our industry as a whole- who knew that yarn and fabric would catch the eye of the White House? "

Founded in 2002 by Laura Zander, aka "Jimmy," and Doug Zander, Jimmy Beans Wool is a brick and mortar and Internet yarn and fabric superstore. It offers knitters, crocheters and sewers worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and fabrics along with the latest fashion trends. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store has been awarded an excellent rating from StellaService for their excellent customer service reputation and has been named in the Inc 5000, Inc Magazine's Fastest Growing Companies in the Country (2009, 2010 and 2011) listing. It has also been featured on CNN, NPR, Forbes and in the New York Times. With its innovative and unequalled approach to marketing, Jimmy Beans has been named the Official Yarn, Knitting and Crochet Supplier to U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing and has created the Stitch Red campaign against heart disease in women.]]>Tue, 1 Nov 2011 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=25 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=24
This is the third year that Jimmy Beans Wool has provided support to higher education across the United States by awarding scholarships to deserving students. The goal is to help provide opportunities for higher education to people in the fiber community. "It is an investment in our industry and in our future," says Jimmy Beans Wool owner, Laura Zander. "This year, after many requests from our customers and other yarn shop owners, we are asking our community to help us out. Jimmy Beans Wool and 9 other scholarship sponsors will match dollar for dollar, up to $10,000 collectively, all donations raised in the month of November. If everyone gave a dollar, we'd reach our goal in no time!"

People interested in donating can contribute funds online at http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/BeansForBrains or they can stop in and donate in person at the Jimmy Beans Wool retail store's new location, 1312 Capital Blvd in Reno.

The merit based award is open to all undergraduate students who will be attending an accredited four-year institution in the US for the 2012-2013 school year. Applicants may be pursuing a degree in any field; however they must know how to knit or crochet to apply. Applications for the awards will be accepted starting March 1st, 2012.

For more information about the Beans for Brains Scholarship Program, visit http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/BeansForBrains.

Founded in 2002 by Laura, aka "Jimmy," and Doug Zander, Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Seattle to Paris and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently named one of the fastest growing companies in America by Inc. 5000 for the 3rd year in a row as well as profiled as a Dell Computer Trailblazer, was the subject of a small business profile on CNN.com, and has been featured on NPR, and in Fortune Small Business.]]>Tue, 1 Nov 2011 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=24 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=23
"We are absolutely thrilled to receive this award for the 3rd year in a row." said co-founder Laura Zander. "This award is the most meaningful to us as it reflects how our customers feel about! As an online and bricks and mortar shop, our goal has always been to connect with our customers on a personal level and to provide a level of service that is 2nd to none. Winning this award is confirmation that our customers are noticing our efforts. We feel very lucky."

The Jimmy Beans Wool website is geared towards making the knitting customer's experience as easy, friendly and informative as possible. To that end, it features over 1,000 written and video product reviews, instructional articles, a knitting calculator, a 5% back rewards program, and a host of online shopping tools. In keeping with the goal of providing online customers with an in-store experience, the site also offers knitting and crocheting help via online chat, email, facebook, twitter, and a toll-free number. Jimmy Beans Wool is THE local yarn shop... online.

Founded in 2002 by Laura, aka "Jimmy," and Doug Zander, Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Seattle to Paris and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently named one of the fastest growing companies in America by Inc. 5000 for the 3rd year in a row as well as profiled as a Dell Computer Trailblazer, was the subject of a small business profile on CNN.com, and has been featured on NPR, and in Fortune Small Business.]]>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=23 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=22
Inc. Magazine announced today their 2011 list of the top 5000 fastest-growing private businesses in America based on 2007-2011 growth.. Jimmy Beans Wool, ranked at #1379 and 207% growth, bettered their 2010 rank #1525 and 189% growth). This ranking makes them one of the 100 fastest growing privately-owned Retail companies in the country.

The Inc. 5000 list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy - America's independent-minded entrepreneurs. These 5000 companies are responsible for creating more than 1 million jobs since their founding, making the list perhaps the best example of the impact private, fast-growing companies can have on the economy. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found on Inc.com.

This is the 3rd year that Jimmy Beans Wool has been on the Inc.5000 list - and if things continue as they have in 2011, there's a good chance they'll make the list again for a 4th time in 2012. Jimmy Beans Wool is quite possibly the only yarn business to ever be recognized on the Inc.5000, not to mention to make the list multiple times.

"I think I speak for all of us at Jimmy Beans Wool when I say how incredibly lucky we all feel." says Laura Zander, owner. "We are fortunate to enjoy many blessings in our business, not only we are doing well with growth, but we love craft itself, the vendors we work with and most of all, our customers."

And while the majority of the growth has come from the knitting shop's internet business, the brick-and-mortar shop has also seen its share of increased traffic. "Because we strive to create the local shop experience for our online customers, we end up meeting many of our online customers in person." says Zander. "Customers from all over the country make Reno a destination in their travel plans because they want to visit our shop. It's an incredible feeling, to know that we've succeeded in making our customers feel like they are a part of our little knitting business. We couldn't be happier."

Like so many other businesses that have made the move from California to Nevada, the Reno-based knitting and crochet shop originally opened its doors in Truckee, CA in 2002 but relocated to Reno in 2004. It is both a brick-and-mortar and online store offering everything from yarn to knitting needles, crochet hooks, and accessories and consistently employees 25 knitting Nevadans. The store has been profiled as a Dell Computer Trailblazer, was the subject of a small business profile on CNN.com, has been featured on NPR, and in Fortune Small Business. They were also awarded the 2009 and 2010 Circle of Excellence from Bizrate for their excellent customer service reputation.

They are now officially an Inc. 5000 company... for the 3rd time.]]>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=22 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=21
"It's fun to keep pushing ourselves. And when we looked out there for something new and exciting, we found IWearYourShirt.com! How much more fun can you get?" says Laura Zander, owner of Jimmy Beans Wool.

Being both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, Jimmy Beans offer knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from New Zealand to New England and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community that carries with it the feeling of a local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help (including youtube.com video reviews). They have been awarded the Circle of Excellence from Bizrate for their excellent customer service reputation for two years running and have twice been named in the Inc 5000, Inc Magazine's Fastest Growing Companies in the Country (2009 and 2010) listing.]]>Tue, 10 May 2011 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=21 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=20
This is the second year that Jimmy Beans Wool has provided support to higher education by awarding scholarships to deserving students. The goal is to help provide opportunities for higher education to people in the fiber community. "It is an investment in our industry and in our future," says Jimmy Beans Wool owner Laura Zander. $3,000 will be distributed to six commendable students this year through the generous donations and efforts of Jimmy Beans Wool, The Yarn Group, Interweave and many other fiber industry sponsors!

Interested students can apply by downloading the application on Jimmy Beans Wool website. Students can review the scholarship requirements and download the Scholarship Application Form online at http://www.jimmybeanswool.com/scholarship.

Completed applications should be returned to Jimmy Beans Wool by April 1st, 2011 and may be submitted via email or through the USPS. Electronic applications should be submitted via email to scholarship@jimmybeanswool.com.

All other applications should be mailed to:
Jimmy Beans Wool
Attn: Beans for Brains Scholarship / Bethany Steiner
5000 Smithridge Dr. Ste A11
Reno, NV 89502

Winners will be notified by mail beginning May 10, 2011 and no later than June 1, 2011.

For more information about the Beans for Brains Scholarship Program, visit www.jimmybeanswool.com/scholarship

Scholarship also sponsored by: Denise Needles, Tahki Stacy Charles, Jennifer Knits, Berroco, Classic Elite Yarns, Knitting at KNoon, Styled By Kristen, Muench Yarns, Knitting Pure and Simple, Fairmount Fibers, Koigu, Blue Sky Alpaca, Artyarns, Plymouth Yarns, Prism Yarns, Be Sweet and Madeline Tosh yarns.]]>Tue, 1 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=20 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=19
JimmyBeansWool.com once again finds itself among such internet retailing giants as Zappos, B&H Photo, Clinique, and Aeropostale. For the 2nd year in a row, Jimmy Beans Wool has received the BizRate "Circle Excellence" award, an annual recognition of online businesses that provide exemplary customer service. This annual award recognizes those online retailers that have provided outstanding online customer experiences as rated by their own customers. This year, only 134 online retailers received this award, representing 2.7% of all online retailers within the Bizrate Insights North American Retailer Network.

"We are absolutely thrilled to receive this award for the 2nd year in a row." said co-Founder Laura Zander. "The fact that this is reflection of how our customers feel about us makes this the most meaningful award we could possibly receive! As an online and bricks and mortar shop, our goal has always been to connect with our customers on a personal level and to provide a level of service that is 2nd to none. Winning this award is confirmation that our efforts are being noticed by our customers. We feel very lucky."

The Jimmy Beans Wool website is geared towards making the knitting customer's experience as easy, friendly and informative as possible. To that end, it features written and video product reviews, instructional articles, a knitting calculator, a 5% back rewards program, and a host of online shopping tools. In keeping with the goal of providing online customers with an in-store experience, the site also offers knitting and crocheting help via online chat, email, twitter, and a toll-free number. Jimmy Beans Wool is THE local yarn shop... online.

Founded in 2002 by Laura, aka "Jimmy," and Doug Zander, Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Los Angeles to Uzbekistan and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently profiled as a Dell Computer Trailblazer, was the subject of a small business profile on CNN.com, and has been featured on NPR, and in Fortune Small Business. It has also been an Inc. 5000 company for the past 2 years.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=19 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=18
Inc. Magazine announced today their 2010 list of the top 5000 fastest-growing private businesses in America based on 2006-2009 growth. Businesses must have recorded at least 2 million in 2009 revenues to be eligible. Jimmy Beans Wool, ranked at #1525 and 189% growth, bettered their 2009 rank (#3253 and 79% growth) by more than double. This ranking makes them one of the 100 fastest growing privately-owned Retail companies in the country.

The Inc. 5000 list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy - America's independent-minded entrepreneurs. These 5000 companies are responsible for creating more than 1 million jobs since their founding, making the list perhaps the best example of the impact private, fast-growing companies can have on the economy. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found on Inc.com.

This is the 2nd year that Jimmy Beans Wool has been on the Inc.5000 list - and if things continue as they have in 2010, there's a good chance they'll make the list again for a 3rd time in 2011. Jimmy Beans Wool is quite possibly the only yarn business to ever be recognized on the Inc.5000, not to mention to make the list multiple times.

"I think I speak for all of us at Jimmy Beans Wool when I say how incredibly lucky we all feel." says Laura Zander, owner. "We are fortunate to enjoy many blessings in our business, not only we are doing well with growth, but we love craft itself, the vendors we work with and most of all, our customers."

And while the majority of the growth has come from the knitting shop's internet business, the brick-and-mortar shop has also seen its share of increased traffic. "Because we strive to create the local shop experience for our online customers, we end up meeting many of our online customers in person." says Zander. "Customers from all over the country make Reno a destination in their travel plans because they want to visit our shop. It's an incredible feeling, to know that we've succeeded in making our customers feel like they are a part of our little knitting business. We couldn't be happier."

Like so many other businesses that have made the move from California to Nevada, the Reno-based knitting and crochet shop originally opened its doors in Truckee, CA in 2002 but relocated to Reno in 2004. It is both a brick-and-mortar and online store offering everything from yarn to knitting needles, crochet hooks, and accessories and consistently employees 15-20 knitting Nevadans. The store was recently profiled as a Dell Computer Trailblazer, was the subject of a small business profile on CNN.com, and has been featured on NPR, and in Fortune Small Business. They were also awarded the 2009 Circle of Excellence from Bizrate for their excellent customer service reputation.

It is now officially an Inc. 5000 company... for the 2nd time.]]>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=18 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=17
Reno-based Jimmy Beans Wool has once again joined the ranks of superstar businesses in the U.S.: this time they've been recognized as a prestigious Dell Business Trailblazer alongside such companies as Lonely Planet, LinkedIn, and CakeLove.

As of this writing, Dell Computer has recognized and profiled only 36 businesses on their small business Trailblazer website: http://dellcustomerstories.com/trailblazers. The Dell Trailblazer initiative has included full page print ads, commercials, and mentions throughout the Dell.com website. Only 5 retail companies were recognized as Trailblazers, JimmyBeansWool.com being one of them...and the only business in Reno.

So what exactly are Business Trailblazers? According to Dell:

"Some paths are laid out. Some are discovered. Some travelers find their passion along the way. Some know where they're going before they've been there. These are the stories of those rugged individuals that have made their way through the labyrinth of business and found their own path to success."

"To be noticed by a company as influential as Dell is incredibly flattering," says Laura Zander, co-owner of the knitting and crochet e-retailer. "And of course, we're big fans of Dell as well... we've admired their products and service from day one," says Zander. "Our business has grown exponentially over the last 8 years and we couldn't have done it without the speed, reliability and durability of our Dell computer systems."

You can find more information about Jimmy Beans Wool and their Trailblazing tendencies on the Dell Trailblazer website.

Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Los Angeles to Uzbekistan and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help (including youtube.com video reviews). Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently recognized as one of Inc. 5000's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies, has been featured on CNN.com, NPR, in Fortune Small Business, and has been cited in magazines from Vogue Australia to Family Circle.

It is now officially a Dell Trailblazer.]]>Fri, 14 May 2010 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=17 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=16Coveted BizRate Research "Circle of Excellence" Award. JimmyBeansWool.com finds itself once again among such internet retailing giants as Zappos, Crutchfield, Bath and Body Works, and Fisher-Price. This time, the occasion is BizRate Research's annual recognition of online businesses that provide exemplary customer service. BizRate handed out only 167 "Circle of Excellence" awards this year; the awards were given to online retailers that provide exceptional customer service experiences, as rated by the retailer's own customers.

"We couldn't be more pleased than to know our customers are happy with us." said co-Founder Laura Zander. "Out of all of the possible awards that we could win, this one is definitely the most meaningful. As knitters ourselves, our goal has always been to give our website a human touch - and to simulate the local-yarn-shop feel online. We go to great lengths to make sure that every customer walks away a happy knitter - and winning this award shows that our customers are indeed walking away happy!"

The Jimmy Beans Wool website is geared towards making the knitting customer's experience as easy, friendly and informative as possible. To that end, it features written and video product reviews, instructional articles, a knitting calculator, a 5% back rewards program, and a host of online shopping tools. In keeping with the goal of providing online customers with an in-store experience, the site also offers knitting and crocheting help via online chat, email, twitter, and a toll-free number. Jimmy Beans Wool is THE local yarn shop... online.

Founded in 2002 by Laura, aka "Jimmy," and Doug Zander, Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Los Angeles to Uzbekistan and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is theresource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently the subject of a small business profile on Forbes.com, has been featured on NPR and CNN.com, and has been cited in magazines from Vogue Australia to Family Circle.]]>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=16 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=15Inc. 5000 List of America's Fastest Growing Private Companies!

Reno-based Jimmy Beans Wool has joined previously listed businesses Jamba Juice (2000-01), Timberland (1983), Microsoft (1984-85), and Zappos (2004-2007) as a prestigious Inc. 5000 company.

Inc. Magazine announced today their 2009 list of the top 5000 fastest-growing private businesses in America based on 2005-2008 growth. Businesses must have recorded at least 2 million in 2008 revenues to be eligible. Jimmy Beans Wool is ranked at #3253 and 79% growth.

"We may be the only fiber arts company ever ranked on the Inc.5000," says Laura Zander, owner of the Reno, Nevada based knitting and crochet retailer. Jimmy Beans Wool opened its doors in 2002 and has since supplied knitters and crocheters from Reno to New York to Paris with luxury yarns and accessories. "Our brick-and-mortar storefront and shipping facility in Reno has nearly doubled in size in the last year to help accommodate the growth," says Zander.

Zander attributes much of the company's success in online retailing not only to the personalized service they offer, but to their promptness in shipping. Open seven days a week, the company often receives elated emails from customers on the East Coast who have placed orders on Saturday afternoon and received them in the mail on Monday. "It's as close to the local shop experience as online gets!"

And while the majority of the growth has come from the knitting shop's internet business, the brick-and-mortar shop has also seen its share of increased traffic. "Because we strive to create the local shop experience for our online customers, we end up meeting many of our online customers in person." says Zander. "Customers from all over the country make Reno a destination in their travel plans because they want to visit our shop. It's an incredible feeling, to know that we've succeeded in making our customers feel like they are a part of our little knitting business. We couldn't be happier."

Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Los Angeles to Uzbekistan and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help (including youtube.com video reviews). Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently the subject of a small business profile on CNN.com, has been featured on NPR, in Fortune Small Business, and has been cited in magazines from Vogue Australia to Family Circle (and more recently, forbes.com and usatoday.com). It is now officially an Inc. 5000 company.]]>Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=15 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=14
"We wanted to create something that could be knit and worn (or given away) as a show of support," says Jimmy Beans Wool owner Laura Zander. "Chances are we all know someone who has been affected by breast cancer. Though the kits were planned to be sold only during October in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the brick-and-mortar and online retailer has continued to sell kits on a daily basis - with no end in sight. "The response has been great! Based on the numbers so far - and our commitment to get the word out - we're optimistic that we'll be able to hit the $5,000 mark by this time next year," says Zander. "We'll just keep sending checks!"

Zander originally created the beautiful, yet delightfully simple scarf for the 2007 pre-Emmy Celebrity Swag Suite. TV celebrities Kevin Sorbo (Hercules), Ernie Hudson (Desperate Housewives) and others knit a few rows on the original scarf, which was later auctioned off on www.ClothesOffMyBack.org.

The kit and free pattern are available online at Jimmy Beans Wool Breast Cancer Support Scarf page.

Founded in 2002 by Laura Zander, aka "Jimmy," Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Los Angeles to Uzbekistan and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently the subject of a small business profile in Fortune Small Business (July/August 2007) and has been cited in magazines from Vogue Australia to Family Circle.]]>Tue, 8 Apr 2008 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=14 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=13Lorna's Laces Hand-Dyed Yarns and Laura Zander of Jimmy Beans Wool joined together to provide yarn enthusiasts with limited-run, exclusive hand-dyed colors. For each of the last eight months, a brand new, never-been-seen before (and never-to-be-seen again) color has been offered through the www.JimmyBeansWool.com website. Sold in 3 different forms (Shepherd Sock, Shepherd Worsted and Lion & Lamb), the color is always launched on the 20th of the month. Less than 500 hanks are dyed and sold... and those hanks go fast!

In the spirit of keeping the colors special, the two companies have committed to turning out only a small batch of each custom color. The amount of Shepherd Sock dyed, for instance, is barely enough for 3 pair of socks per U.S. state.

"We wanted to create something unique, something special for all of the devoted Lorna's Laces fans out there," says Zander, owner of Jimmy Beans Wool. "Limiting the number of hanks produced each month - and vowing to never re-create a color - seemed like the perfect way to accomplish our goal."

Apparently that approach is working. Knowing that this is a one-time opportunity, knitters often gobble up the batch in just a few days - and some even blog about it shortly afterwards. Knitters have started their own "Limited Edition Lorna's Laces" collections and some have gone so far as to call and place their order while they are on vacation - sometimes from out of the country!

"I knew the idea was a good one when Laura and I discussed it originally," says Beth Casey, owner of Lorna's Laces, "but I had no idea that it would take off like this. The response has been overwhelming." Zander echoes the sentiment, "On the 20th of each month, we have to call in additional staff to meet the surge of orders. We've even had to add more phone lines!"

With color names like "Candy Corn," "Autumn Leaves" and "Golden Holidays," it's easy to see why yarnoholics are so crazy for these colors... Each month's color becomes not only part of a knitter's stash, but also a piece of history. For more information on this topic (or just to see the colors), visit www.JimmyBeansWool.com/lornas.

Founded in 2002 by Laura, aka "Jimmy," and Doug Zander, Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Los Angeles to South Korea and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently the subject of a small business profile in Fortune Small Business (July/August 2007).]]>Thu, 6 Mar 2008 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=13 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=12
The tiniest heart patients in the world receive first-class treatment at UC-San Francisco's Pediatric Heart Ward. Many also receive hats, socks and blankets - hand made labors of love donated by volunteers hoping to ease the burden of the situation for both the young children and their parents. The volunteer charity knitting, crochet and sewing brigade known as Lilly Bugs (www.lilybellegreen.org) was borne of tragedy, but now offers parents and patients in a similar situation a ray of hope.

"We started Lilly Bugs after a friend lost her two-year-old to complications resulting from a congenital heart defect. We started by distributing the hand-made donations to the pediatric ward at UCSF, but we're now getting requests for our blankets, socks and booties from other units in the hospital," said Mary Horner Mattola of Lily Bugs.

In an effort to help Lily Bugs meet the growing demand for its hand-made treasures, Jimmy Beans Wool, a knitting store based in Reno, NV, has chosen the non-profit as its 2008 first and second quarter Knit for Charity program.

"Many of our customers just love knitting, and knitting for charity gives them the opportunity to put their talents to work for a great cause," said Laura Zander, owner, Jimmy Beans Wool.

Individuals who knit or crochet a project for Lily Bugs and send it to Jimmy Beans Wool will receive a 25% JBW credit for the yarn they used. Jimmy Beans Wool will be collecting the items through the end of June 2008, and will then send them on to Lily Bugs. Please visit www.JimmyBeansWool.com/charity for more information on the program or www.lilybellegreen.org for more information on Lily Bugs.

Founded in 2002 by Laura Zander, aka "Jimmy," Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Los Angeles to Uzbekistan and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently the subject of a small business profile in Fortune Small Business (July/August 2007) and recently supported the donation of more than 150 hand-crafted items to www.StitchesFromTheHeart.org.]]>Thu, 14 Feb 2008 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=12 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=10
Ten days into the launch of their internet yarn business, Doug and Laura Zander began tallying the number of yards of yarn they were selling. They quickly realized that, if strung together, the yarn that they had sold so far would reach the center of nearby Reno, NV - a town 30 miles away. The message was clear: sell enough yarn to make it around the World.

More than 4 years and 44 million yards of yarn later, a single purchase on January 20th, 2008 marked the end of their quest to circumnavigate the Earth with pieces of yarn. The critical purchase was completed by a Virginia knitter and consisted of approximately 2700 yards of yarn (enough to knit 4 pair of socks and a baby blanket). The average ball of yarn contains between 100 and 200 yards.

"Without the help of knitters around the World, we could have never achieved this tremendous goal." said Laura Zander, co-owner, Jimmy Beans Wool. The Zanders currently sell yarn to yarn-enthusiasts in over 50 countries.

So what's next for these fiber-pushers? "Mars!" exclaims Zander, "We've set our sites on circling every planet in the solar system." And with more than 1 in 3 U.S. women able to knit or crochet (according to the Yarn Craft Council), the Zanders will be knitting their way around Mars in no time.

Founded in 2002 by Laura, aka "Jimmy," and Doug Zander, Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Los Angeles to Uzbekistan and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently the subject of a small business profile in Fortune Small Business (July/August 2007)]]>Tue, 22 Jan 2008 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=10 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=11
On-line knitters around the world join Jimmy Beans Wool to knit red for heart disease.

Inspired by the enthusiastic response generated by the pink celebrity scarf kit for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Jimmy Beans Wool features a red shawl kit in honor of American Heart Month, February 2008.

"The response to these kits from the on-line knitting community has been amazing." said Laura Zander, owner, Jimmy Beans Wool.

$8 of each shawl proceeds will be donated to Go Red For Women program, a national movement founded by the American Heart Association to help fight back against the No. 1 killer of American women http://www.goredforwomen.org.

According to the AHA, 1 in 4 women will die of heart disease. Many women remain unaware of the potential risk factors of high blood pressure and high cholesterol. The AHA has partnered with several national health organizations to raise heart disease awareness. National Wear Red Day started in 2002 encouraging people to wear red in support of women's heart disease awareness.

The shawl's materials reflect a global perspective including kettle dyed yarns from Uruguay and hand-dyed yarns from Montana. The distributors supplying the yarn range from a large manufacturer in Washington to a Pennsylvania co-op supporting working families in Uruguay. While designing the kit, Laura Zander, owner, persuaded all six yarn distributors to contribute a portion of their proceeds to The Heart Truth.

"I'm impressed that such a diverse group of businesses were so supportive of this project." said Zander.

Founded in 2002 by Laura Zander, Jimmy Beans Wool has been actively rallying the knitting community in support of charities including Stitches from the Heart and Young Women United Against Breast Cancer. Headquartered in Reno, NV, Jimmy Beans Wool maintains both a storefront and an Internet presence, providing knitters from Chicago to Uzbekistan fine yarn and project support.]]>Mon, 21 Jan 2008 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=11 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=9
Just in time for Falling into Winter, a cozy hand-knit sweater nicknamed the "Buster," created by Green Bay resident Ruth Homrighaus, is the winner of the November Pattern Contest sponsored by Reno knitting store, Jimmy Beans Wool. Knitters around the globe are invited to copy the pattern by visiting www.jimmybeanswool.com.

"The pattern is named after the character Buster from the late, great show Arrested Development," said Ruth Homrighaus, designer. "He often wore argyle sweaters on the show, and one of them got me thinking about making an argyle-on-only- one-side sweater," she continued.

Homrighaus, an editor in Green Bay, WI, uses knitting as her creative outlet. She estimates the Buster sweater would take a seasoned knitter a little over a month or two to knit, depending on how much time they had to devote to the project. She regularly blogs about her knitting projects at www.ruthlessknitting.ruthlessediting.com.

The monthly pattern contest sponsored by Jimmy Beans Wool is open to knitting enthusiasts of all levels. Winners receive over $400 worth of knitting related goods, including a $50 gift certificate to Jimmy Beans Wool, yarn, patterns, and other knitting related accessories.

"We hope this pattern contest will inspire both beginning and advanced designers and that their designs will in turn encourage other knitters," says Laura Zander, owner, Jimmy Beans Wool.

Founded in 2002 by Laura Zander, aka "Jimmy," Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Los Angeles to Uzbekistan and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently the subject of a small business profile in Fortune Small Business (July/August 2007)]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=9 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=8
They drive hybrid cars and crusade for environmental causes. Now Hollywood A-listers are adding other "green" credentials to their resumes, knitting, with organic yarns. And it's not just the ladies - the guys are into it too.

"I was pleasantly surprised how many men were into knitting," says Laura Zander, owner, Jimmy Beans Wool.

Zander attended last months pre-Emmy Celebrity Swag Suite at the Sofitel Hotel in Beverly Hills, where she inspired the likes of Kevin Sorbo (Hercules), Christian Clemenson (Boston Legal), Ernie Hudson (Desperate Housewives), Hal Sparks (Talk Soup), Judd Nelson (Suddenly Susan), Scott Baio (45 and Single) and Christopher McDonald (Happy Gilmore) to take time out to knit a row of an organic pink scarf project. The scarf is currently up for auction at www.clothesoffourback.org. The pattern is also for sale at www.JimmyBeansWool.com.

Here's what the guys had to say about knitting in general.

"My Grandmother taught me how to knit," said Anthony Anderson (K-ville, Transformers)

"I learned to knit in school," said Tim Daly. When asked if his wife knits he replied, "I'm the knitter in the family!"

"My Grandmother taught me how to knit...she used to make me sweaters. They were very itchy, but I wore them anyway because she made them for me. This is very cool," said Driton 'Tony' Dovantani of Dancing with the Stars.

"Are you knitting? That's HOT," said Sean Kanan of "The Bold and the Beautiful.

In addition, TV Stars snapped up over 100 of the featured knitting bags, which featured an embroidered silk taffeta bag with Lantern Moon straight needles, a Jimmy Beans Wool knitting pattern, a cotton/muslin screen printed accessory bag with various small knitting accessories including a sheep tape measure, bamboo crochet hook, or double pointed needles, Knitter's Little Helper, Soak Wash, Vogue Knitting, the Ultimate Knitting Book, and Knit1-Go Green.)

For more information and pictures of celebrities knitting, please call or visit www.JimmyBeansWool.com for about $200 each.

Founded in 2002 by Laura Zander, aka "Jimmy," Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Los Angeles to Uzbekistan and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently the subject of a small business profile in Fortune Small Business (July/August 2007)]]>Sun, 30 Sep 2007 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=8 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=6
Kevin Sorbo (Hercules), Tim Daly (Wings, The Nine), Hal Sparks (Talk Soup), Christian Clemenson (Boston Legal), Ernie Hudson (Desperate Housewives), Scott Baio (45 and Single), Judd Nelson (Suddenly Susan), and Christopher McDonald (Happy Gilmore) - These are just a few of the noted celebrities who dropped by the pre-Emmy's Celebrity Swag Suite at the Sofitel Hotel in Los Angeles this weekend - and Laura Zander, owner of Reno's Jimmy Beans Wool, was there to encourage A-listers to knit for a cause. The TV stars were asked to work the needles on a pink scarf, in honor of the upcoming "Breast Cancer Awareness Month." The finished project will be auctioned off this week at www.ClothesOffOurBack.com (founded by actors and philanthropists Jane Kaczmarek ("Malcolm In The Middle") and Bradley Whitford ("The West Wing," "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip")). In further support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Jimmy Beans Wool is featuring a pink scarf kit for the month of October, inspired by the celebrity knitted one. $5 of every scarf sold will be donated to the Young Survival Coalition (Young Women United Against Breast Cancer - www.YoungSurvival.org).

"This was a really fun weekend," said Laura Zander, owner, Jimmy Beans Wool. "I was amazed at how many (male) actors already knew how to knit and impressed that they would take time out of their busy schedules to knit for our charity project. Tim Daly was a really fast knitter; Scott Baio picked it up very quickly and was really happy to give it a shot, as was Hal Sparks. Judd Nelson knit a few stitches and said that he's now determined to learn how to knit - he said he has to conquer everything he tries," Zander continued.

In exchange, the A-listers were given a Jimmy Beans Wool Celebrity Swag Bag featuring a knitting project made from organic yarns (either organic dishcloths or an organic market bag), as well as a Palm Leaf Tote from Lantern Moon, an embroidered silk taffeta bag with Lantern Moon straight needles, a Jimmy Beans Wool knitting pattern, and various small knitting accessories including a sheep tape measure, a Crystal Palace bamboo crochet hook, Knitter's Little Helper, Soak Wash, Vogue Knitting the Ultimate Knitting Book, and Knit1 magazine - Go Green Issue.

The Swag Bags are also available for purchase at www.JimmyBeansWool.com for about $200 each. Pictures of celebrities knitting are also posted on the site.

Founded in 2002 by Laura Zander, aka "Jimmy," Jimmy Beans Wool is both a bricks and mortar and Internet knitting superstore, offering knitters worldwide a comprehensive selection of the finest yarns and knitting supplies along with the latest fashion trends. With customers from Los Angeles to Uzbekistan and all points in between, Jimmy Beans Wool has successfully created an international knitting community comparable to that of the local yarn store, and is the resource for knitters looking for inspiration, instructions and project help. Headquartered in Reno, NV, the store was recently the subject of a small business profile in Fortune Small Business (July/August 2007).]]>Mon, 17 Sep 2007 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=6 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=5

Iris currently lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan, but is always on the move. Iris explains, "Knitting is a creative outlet for me, and most of my designs are inspired by historical, cultural, and artistic resources. Check out my blog (irisgknits.blogspot.com) for designs, stories, sketches, techniques, and free patterns!"



The Storm Scarf pattern is available free from the Jimmy Beans Wool website. "We're really excited about this month's winning pattern. It is simple, yet stylish, and just in time for fall!," says Laura Zander, owner of Jimmy Beans Wool.

The contest is ongoing; submissions will be accepted for this month's contest through September 30th. Each month's prizes include a $50 gift certificate to Jimmy Beans Wool as well as yarn, patterns and accessories valued at more than $400.

If you'd like more information on this topic, or to schedule an interview with Laura Zander, please call (775)827-9276.]]>Sat, 8 Sep 2007 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=5 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=4

Melissa is an obsessive knitter currently living in Olympia Washington, working as a youth-at-risk counselor and attending school full time with the intent of becoming a teacher. She will be leaving the country in September to do some teaching (and knitting) in South America, learning the techniques of Peruvian tejadoras, but you can keep an eye on her current projects at her weblog, procrastaknitter.blogspot.com.



The Slant Pocket Bag pattern is available free from the Jimmy Beans Wool website. "Our pattern contest continues to grow every month in the number of submissions. It is so inspiring to see all the knitting creativity happening all around us!," says Laura Zander, owner of Jimmy Beans Wool.

The contest is ongoing; submissions will be accepted for this month's contest through August 31st. Each month's prizes include a $50 gift certificate to Jimmy Beans Wool as well as yarn, patterns and accessories valued at more than $400.

If you'd like more information on this topic, or to schedule an interview with Laura Zander, please call (775)827-9276.]]>Sun, 5 Aug 2007 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=4 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=3

Hannah lives in Reno, NV and has been knitting for over 3 years. She has been teaching both knitting and crochet for the last 2 years. You can catch up with her current projects on her blog at handmadebyhannah.blogspot.com. She also spins a lot of her own yarn, and dabbles in weaving.



The Lace Wannabe Shawl pattern is available free from the Jimmy Beans Wool website. "We hope the pattern contest will inspire all designers, and their designs will in turn encourage other knitters to invent something of their own, or just pick up the needles and start knitting," says Laura Zander, owner of Jimmy Beans Wool.

The contest is ongoing; submissions will be accepted for this month's contest through July 31st. Each month's prizes include a $50 gift certificate to Jimmy Beans Wool as well as yarn, patterns and accessories valued at more than $400.

If you'd like more information on this topic, or to schedule an interview with Laura Zander, please call (775)827-9276.]]>Sat, 7 Jul 2007 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=3 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=7
Charity knitting has long been a common activity among individual knitters and knitting circles, but this month it has taken a new form: online charity knitting has begun! Online yarn store Jimmy Beans Wool will collect knitted items for charity and provide knitters with discounts on materials used, effectively donating its profits to the charity of the season.

Charity knitting is a widespread phenomenon, with many of the estimated 53 million knitters in the United States involved in charity knitting. Charities range from international causes like the Dulaan Project, which has knitters creating warm clothing for children in Mongolia, to domestic concerns like knitting caps for chemotherapy patients, warm clothing for the homeless, and sweaters for soldiers in Iraq.

For the first four months of the Jimmy Beans Knit for Charity program, items will be donated to Stitches from the Heart, an organization that donates hand knit and crocheted clothing for newborn and premature babies to hospitals around the country. The hospitals send the clothes home with needy newborn and premature babies. Stitches from the Heart's volunteers number over 6000, and the organization has distributed more than 220,000 items to over 432 hospitals and charities around the country. The store will be donating to a different charity every few months.

"We have been looking for ways to give back to the community, which in our case includes people from all over the country" says Jimmy Beans Wool owner Laura Zander, "and since we try to encourage knitters to learn and make new connections, knitting for charity seemed like a great way to do that." The store will give customers a 25% credit for yarn they use for donated charity projects and provide free patterns and help for knitters. "We hope that this kind of organization and support will inspire people to come together and knit for charity," says Zander. "Knitters have always had a philanthropic outlook, and we're excited to be able to encourage and support them."

Jimmy Beans Wool was founded in 2002 with the goal of providing online knitters with a community comparable to that of a local yarn store. The site includes instructional articles, project ideas, and many other resources for knitters.]]>Thu, 5 Jul 2007 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=7 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=2

Jen Small is a designer who loves the challenge of creating stories in knitwear. She began knitting 3 years ago, and immediately began creating her own designs as she made hats for her friends' babies. She is the author of the Pink Bunny Hat in Stitch n Bitch Nation, and is excited to be creating clothes for her own son now. To read more about her adventures in knitting and other arts and crafts, visit her blog at bluecanary.typepad.com.



The Pondemonium child's sweater pattern is available free from the Jimmy Beans Wool website. "We hope the pattern contest will inspire both beginning and advanced designers, and their designs will in turn encourage other knitters," says Laura Zander, owner of Jimmy Beans Wool.

The contest is ongoing; submissions will be accepted for this month's contest through June 30th. Each month's prizes include a $50 gift certificate to Jimmy Beans Wool as well as yarn, patterns and accessories valued at more than $400.

If you'd like more information on this topic, or to schedule an interview with Laura Zander, please call (775)827-9276.]]>Mon, 4 Jun 2007 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=2 http://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=1
An innovative, practical baby sweater design has garnered the first win in the monthly Jimmy Beans Wool pattern contest.


Valerie Wallis, of Logan, UT, will receive over $400 in knitting-related prizes for her Presto Chango baby sweater pattern, which uses a unique detachable front panel "to accommodate holidays, whims, or disastrous stains," Wallis said. "Late one night when I was up feeding my baby (and she had just spit up) the idea of a baby garment with an interchangeable front panel seemed to be the answer to all life's problems."

Asked about her design process, she said, "I'm full of ideas, but with my house full of little kids, they don't often get past my sketchbook. The Jimmy Beans Wool contest was just the incentive I needed to get going." Like many knitters, Wallis, a stay-at-home mother of five, blogs about her knitting at shoelessval.blogspot.com. She is also working on a website featuring her designs for children, www.sproutknit.com.



The Presto Chango baby sweater pattern is available free from the Jimmy Beans Wool website. "We hope the pattern contest will inspire both beginning and advanced designers, and their designs will in turn encourage other knitters," says Laura Zander, owner of Jimmy Beans Wool.

The contest is ongoing; submissions will be accepted for this month's contest through May 31. Each month's prizes include a $50 gift certificate to Jimmy Beans Wool as well as yarn, patterns and accessories valued at more than $400.

If you'd like more information on this topic, or to schedule an interview with Laura Zander, please call (775)827-9276.]]>Mon, 23 Apr 2007 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.JimmyBeansWool.com/secure-html/onlineec/pressRelease.asp?prID=1