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Everybody should read this helpful and thoughtful article on whether box-store yarns are cheaper. I have always been positive that box-store yarns are pricier than even tonier yarn stores. Anyway, she does most comparisons with KnitPicks (they're ok) but I think if you really compare yardage, quality and prices, you'll find that most yarn stores come out ahead of JoAnn and Michael's.

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