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New Yarn: Punta Yarns Merino Perfection Hand Paint

admin — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 09:00:12 +0000

Introducing Merino Perfection Hand Paint from Punta Yarns. Hand painted 100% merino wool with 295 yards per 100g skein in 16 fabulous colors. Come in and see this gorgeous new yarn for yourself.

New Swag: License Plate Holders

admin — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 09:00:44 +0000

Are you showing your yarn shop pride? Sport one of our new license plate holders for only $5! Hurry in to get yours before they’re all gone!

New Yarn: Tonalita “Nightlife” & Vigna

admin — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 09:00:56 +0000

New from Trendsetter, Vigna and Tonalita “Nightlife”.

Vigna is a worsted weight 52/48 wool, acrylic blend.

Tonalita “Nightlife” is a worsted weight 90/6/2/2 wool, viscose, polyester, polyamid blend.

New Yarn: Be Sweet

admin — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 09:00:31 +0000

We have a new yarn company to introduce you to, Be Sweet. Made in South Africa, this yarn is something different!

Bambino Taffy is a self striping yarn, specifically dyed to create this cute little hat. The pattern is even included on the ball band!

Also in from Be Sweet are Magic Ball and Bubble Ball. These two yarns are unique and exciting. Come in and see them for yourself!

New Patterns from Skacel

admin — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 09:00:42 +0000

New patterns are in from Skacel! Come check out the Girl’s Garter Stitch Swing Jacket and the Carnival Party pattern book. Hurry, these cute patterns won’t last long!

New Yarn: Brown Sheep Cotton Fine

admin — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:00:15 +0000

Come check out this new-to-us fingering weight yarn! Cotton Fine from Brown Sheep comes in a variety of fantastic colors.

It is an 80/20 cotton and Merino wool blend. At 222 yards per 50 gram skein, this yarn gives you a lot of bang for your buck! Check out the shop sample crocheted in it.

Pattern is Ella (Ravelry link) from KnitWhits and is available in the shop.

New Class: How to Drop Spindle

admin — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 18:33:56 +0000

Have you ever wanted to take the next step with your knitting or crocheting and spin your own yarn? Can’t find that perfect color or art yarn? Come learn the basics on how to use a drop spindle with instructor Cindie Kitchin.

You will learn how to spin yarn using an inexpensive top whorl CD drop spindle. Spindle and fiber are included in the cost of the class along with a complete handout. If you already own a drop spindle and don’t know how to use it, please bring it for help toward the end of class. If you don’t own a drop spindle yet, please wait to buy one until after the class where you will learn about the different styles. Hurry! Space is limited!

Date & Time: August 8th, 10:30am – 1:30pm

Cost: $35.00

New Yarn: Punta Yarns Merisock

admin — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 09:00:50 +0000

We have the first of a new line of yarn in the shop, Punta Yarns Merisock Hand Paint.

Merisock Hand Paint is a beautiful superwash merino blended with just a hint of nylon. At 463 yards per 100g, one skein is plenty for a pair of socks or small shawl. Look for more Punta Yarns coming this fall.

Smashin’ Fashion Show!!

Erika — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:08:39 +0000

Introducing “Not Just Plain Jane Knits“

Trunk and Fashion Show

Join us Saturday, March 13th at 4:00 pm for our first fashion show of 2010! Come see the display on loan to us from Not Just Plain Jane Knits.

These pieces are truly stunning and the detail and color must be witnessed first hand. We’ve organized a fashion show to display these patterns that will surely entice both seasoned and novice knitters!

Refreshments will be served and there is no cost to attend. See you then!

It’s Up & Out!

admin — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 04:16:10 +0000

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!