Book excerpt: New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber has teamed up with Universal Yarn to create the Blossom Street Collection -- a line of yarns made from the best fibers. Blossom Street Collection, Book 1 (Leisure Arts #5268) has 9 exclusive knit and crochet patterns by a variety of popular designers. These designs for the family were created with Gerbera Solid and Gerbera Print yarns from Debbie's collection. All of Debbie's proceeds from sales of the yarn and her Blossom Street Collection pattern books will go to help children all over the world. 9 Projects: Garter Chevron Shawl, Blossom Street Tote, Peacock Feathers Pullover, Market Tote, Fair Isle Bands Cap, Granny on the Loose Shawl, Lace & Cables Vest, Saturday Afternoon Sweater, and Brioche Neck Gaiter.