This month’s block is number 21. You’ll need a size US7 needle (or size to obtain gauge) and a cable needle.
Club dues are $10 per month, for which you receive a $10 shop credit (good for one night only).
It’s never to late to begin this fun and challenging project. Come join us!
Tuesday’s visit with Janel Laidman (author, designer, and all-around sock guru) left us inspired and re-energized! And after seeing her creations first-hand we are eager to tackle the patterns in her most recent book The Enchanted Sole. (This month’s sock, ‘Tintagel’, is featured on the cover).
Join us on Monday to begin our ‘Enchanted’ Sock Adventure! You’ll need size 2 needles and 4mm beads. We still have signed copies of this book on hand if you don’t already have one. (If you missed the book signing, don’t despair! A little bird told us we may see Janel in the very near future!)
Sock Club dues are $10.oo monthly for which you receive a $10.oo shop credit that may be applied to any item in the shop. The credit must be applied on the night that Sock Club meets.
Everyone is welcome to join, but we do ask that you have a working knowledge of knitting socks. If you’ve never made socks before, consider our upcoming sock classes:
Basic Socks on DPN’s beginning on January 16th. (Second session begins February 26th) This class is for those true sock newbies.
“My First Pair of Grown-Up Socks” beginning on February 8th. This class will build on skills learned in the Basic Sock class. You’ll knit an easy, adult-sized sock using some variations of the basic sock pattern.
Holy Circs, Sockman! Four classes beginning on March 16th. This class is for advanced sock knitters.
Refer to your newsletter or call the shop for more information.
Malabrigo Sock Yarn is coming!
Middleford Yarn and Stitchery Shoppe, of course!
Christmas Wreath/Floral Arrangement Party and Cookie Exchange
One of our clients has generously donated her extensive collection of floral arrangement supplies and garland so we can create our own holiday floral masterpieces. Join us in sharing some creative inspiration and Christmas spirit guaranteed to get your holiday decorating off to a great start!
Bring a plate of your favorite holiday cookies (and a copy of the recipe to share).
Lunch will be served – Sonja has promised something yummy to warm our bellies!
Sunday December 6th at 10:00 a.m.
Here at the shop.
There is no charge to attend this event but we ask that you PLEASE RSVP!! (734-8800) We need to know how much food to prepare.
Knitting Fever Dusk and Dawn Yarns
Are you searching for that perfect holiday-inspired project? Check out the Marathon Socks “North Pole” yarn or the Classic Worsted Holiday. These yarns sparkle in traditional and non-traditional holiday colors.
Universal Yarns Classic Worsted Holiday
Want something that shines all year long? We have new yarns for that. too!
Whether you’re crafting socks, sweaters, or something for a special baby’s first Christmas; we have a new yarn for that!
And just in time for the holidays, we have several gift-friendly project books! So no more excuses! Get in here and get your hands on our new stuff! (Don’t wait too long, Christmas is coming!)
Congratulations to Karen Zimbelman, winner of the Mirasol Basket worth over $100!
Are you ready to add some spice to your knitting? Do you think afghans are boring? Well, prepare to change your mind! For the next 24 months, we will be working our way through the Great American Afghan from Knitters (Ravel It). To make the most of our monthly meetings, we will be announcing the square prior to the meeting to allow you to get started. Then, bring your square and your questions to the club.
Since we are just getting started, the BOTM for September will be #25 by Nancy Bush. You will need worsted weight yarn and needles to achieve a gauge of 5 stitches per inch (approx. a U.S. size 7). If you have not yet done so, be sure to pick up your copy of The Great American Afghan-2007 Edition in the shop. Our first meeting will be September 7th. (We realize it is Labor Day, but had enough people who wanted to meet anyway. We chose a fairly easy square for this month, so if you can’t make the first meeting, don’t panic.)
If you are interested in the knitted Block of the Month Club, please call the shop at 734-8800 and get on the club list. This will allow us to keep track of all members for updates and announcements. Remember, there is a $10 fee per month for clubs that you receive back as credit to spend in the shop that night. We hope to see you there!
If you haven’t already received your newsletter, be checking your mailbox because they are out! Can’t wait? Don’t worry! The latest class schedule and newsletter are now up on the site. Visit the Class Schedule and Yarns & Stitches links at the top of the page to get the latest information. Remember, classes fill up quickly so call today to reserve your spot!
Congratulations to Shirle for finishing her first pair of socks!
She learned to make socks by taking Renee’s Fireside Sock Class. Way to go, Shirle!
We know you’re all anxiously awaiting the Fall 2009 newsletter. It’s currently being finished up and will be mailed by the end of next week. We have a bunch of new classes to delight you as well as exciting news around the shop. Be checking your mailboxes around August 22nd for your copy of the MYSS newsletter. Don’t forget, if you’re not on our mailing list (or if you misplace your newsletter), you can always find the most current MYSS information here on the site.
Just a reminder, Sonja will be out of town next week and there will not be a Thursday evening help session. The shop will close at 5:30pm on Thursday, August 6th.