28 February 2013
New yarns are slowly arriving. We've knit two models out of Berroco's new Karma cotton tape. This is a great yarn and is fast to knit. Berroco has a book just for this yarn. Stop by and see what we've created.
Berroco has discontinued Origami. One of our models was a very popular sweater using Berroco. Well, not to worry. Berroco has as new yarn called Captiva and Captiva Metallic. We've chosen to knit the model named "kiama" out of Captiva Metallic. The whole Origami book's patterns will translate to this new yarn without a problem. We can show you the model in progress. When you're here ask to see it.
We have a new yarn from Manos that we're trying out. The yarn is a blend of merino and silk in lace weight called Fino. It is a soft single ply yarn and we are knitting a shawlette from Ravelry called Holden designed by Mindy Wilkes (this is a free pattern from Ravelry). This is another beautiful example of stitch patterning that is just pleasing to the eye. Ask and we'll show you the progress.
Mountain Colors Coat of Many Colors from the book Knit Swirl. The shop model will be in the color Wild Rose, knit in a combination of Mountain Goat and Twizzle. Mountain Colors has seven different colorways for this kit (the kit does not include the pattern). You can see the colors here. The project can seem daunting because all of the stitches can fit on a 47" needle. Ask to see the work in progress.
We're working hard to have models of the new yarns for your viewing. So, if you see us sitting at the front table knitting, ask, it is most likely to become a model for the shop.
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
23 January 2013
It's still hard to believe that it is 2013 but I will get use to it.
It's cold but it could be worse. This is great weather for staying indoors in front of a fire knitting and working on needlepoint.
GOOD NEWS!!!!!
Paternayan needlepoint yarn is now back in production. They have started with a limited number of colors (less than 30) and will build back up to the 418 colors that is their standard. It does take time when you are starting all over again.
There has been no price increase!
I have ordered, from the first list of what they have started dyeing, the colors that I am missing. Black and two off-whites might be the most popular along with the 968 red.
I will keep you posted when more of the colors are ready.
The best news is that Paternayan is still with us!
It's still hard to believe that it is 2013 but I will get use to it.
It's cold but it could be worse. This is great weather for staying indoors in front of a fire knitting and working on needlepoint.
GOOD NEWS!!!!!
Paternayan needlepoint yarn is now back in production. They have started with a limited number of colors (less than 30) and will build back up to the 418 colors that is their standard. It does take time when you are starting all over again.
There has been no price increase!
I have ordered, from the first list of what they have started dyeing, the colors that I am missing. Black and two off-whites might be the most popular along with the 968 red.
I will keep you posted when more of the colors are ready.
The best news is that Paternayan is still with us!
Sunday, December 16, 2012
16 December 2012
The Crochet Guild of America is collecting comfort items for the children of Newtown, CT. Any stuffed toy or hand made item is welcome. There’s a collection box here at the store which will be picked up by a Crochet Guild representative on December 29th. Please consider dropping an item off between now and then in support of this wonderful effort.
Many Thanks and Happy Holidays
The Crochet Guild of America is collecting comfort items for the children of Newtown, CT. Any stuffed toy or hand made item is welcome. There’s a collection box here at the store which will be picked up by a Crochet Guild representative on December 29th. Please consider dropping an item off between now and then in support of this wonderful effort.
Many Thanks and Happy Holidays
Friday, December 7, 2012
7 December 2012
I have been working on shop models and not blogging. Sorry about that.
I'm almost finished with Prism's Monet Jacket. I'm knitting the Jewel colorway but Laura will create any colorway you would like. So far the original colorway (why it's named Monet) and the Jewel colorway have been the most popular. But, if you want a purple, or green or red jacket she'll be glad to oblige.
The pattern for the Re-leaf Scarf has been tested and corrected. I've ordered more of the colorway that I knit the sample out of but you're free to be creative. We have in the second colorway called Apple Rose that will look beautiful. The sample colorway is called Wild Cherry. Blue Ridge Yarns has several colorways available so stop by to see what they have to offer and I can show you the model in progress.
I've started MY double knitting project. It's from an old McCall's magazine. I would like develop a double knitting class from this project. If you've always been curious about double knitting, stop by and see what I'm doing. We can talk and your input will be helpful.
I know that this is a hectic season with all of the holidays coming. If you need to decompress from shopping, relatives, etc. just stop by the shop and sit and knit with us. You can knit away the tension and stress that this time of year might bring. The shop is a great place to pause and catch your breath.
Happy Holidays
I have been working on shop models and not blogging. Sorry about that.
I'm almost finished with Prism's Monet Jacket. I'm knitting the Jewel colorway but Laura will create any colorway you would like. So far the original colorway (why it's named Monet) and the Jewel colorway have been the most popular. But, if you want a purple, or green or red jacket she'll be glad to oblige.
The pattern for the Re-leaf Scarf has been tested and corrected. I've ordered more of the colorway that I knit the sample out of but you're free to be creative. We have in the second colorway called Apple Rose that will look beautiful. The sample colorway is called Wild Cherry. Blue Ridge Yarns has several colorways available so stop by to see what they have to offer and I can show you the model in progress.
I've started MY double knitting project. It's from an old McCall's magazine. I would like develop a double knitting class from this project. If you've always been curious about double knitting, stop by and see what I'm doing. We can talk and your input will be helpful.
I know that this is a hectic season with all of the holidays coming. If you need to decompress from shopping, relatives, etc. just stop by the shop and sit and knit with us. You can knit away the tension and stress that this time of year might bring. The shop is a great place to pause and catch your breath.
Happy Holidays
Friday, November 2, 2012
After Sandy.
2 November 2012
We hope everyone fared well in the storm. All is OK here at the store. (Yay!)
Unfortunately, not all of our vendors are up and running again so if there’s an order we’re trying to place for you, please be patient. Once we can complete the orders, we will.
We have new yarns and models in the shop to come see. From Cascade Yarns we received Venezia Worsted in several lovely colors. To go with that, we have a model of the Venezia Worsted Flared Bottom V-Neck 1 Button Cardigan (W19), which is a free pattern on their site. Ask us to show you the Lana d'Oro model and yarns as well if you haven't seen them already.
We are reintroducing Fiesta Yarns! This includes the new and improved La Boheme (ask us how it has improved), as well as La Luz which is their beautiful kettle dyed 100% spun silk. We'll post again when we're ready to have you come "ooh" and "ahhh" over the beautiful colors.
Several yarns on sale for 50% off throughout the store. Stop by and help us make room for the new yarns.
Unfortunately, not all of our vendors are up and running again so if there’s an order we’re trying to place for you, please be patient. Once we can complete the orders, we will.
We have new yarns and models in the shop to come see. From Cascade Yarns we received Venezia Worsted in several lovely colors. To go with that, we have a model of the Venezia Worsted Flared Bottom V-Neck 1 Button Cardigan (W19), which is a free pattern on their site. Ask us to show you the Lana d'Oro model and yarns as well if you haven't seen them already.
We are reintroducing Fiesta Yarns! This includes the new and improved La Boheme (ask us how it has improved), as well as La Luz which is their beautiful kettle dyed 100% spun silk. We'll post again when we're ready to have you come "ooh" and "ahhh" over the beautiful colors.
Several yarns on sale for 50% off throughout the store. Stop by and help us make room for the new yarns.
Friday, October 26, 2012
Frankenstorm is on its way! Are you ready to knit in the dark? We have a couple of battery powered OTT lights in stock to keep you knitting through any power outages that happen. Stop by before we close on Sunday if you want them as that’s when the storm is predicted to arrive (plus we’re closed on Monday and Tuesday).
Happy Knitting!
Friday, October 5, 2012
5 September 2012
We have been very busy placing new yarns on the shelf.
This vest only uses four balls of yarn for the large size!
I have written a pattern for a "swirl" scarf that uses Footprint yarn from Blue Ridge Yarns. I've decided to call it the "Re-Leaf" scarf. I'm in the process of knitting shop's model so I can't show you a finished piece. I will be washing and blocking the bit that I have knitted and will include a picture in the next blog. If you can't wait that long, stop by and I will show you what I have knitted so far. It is easy to knit because 95% of the knitting is garter stitch!
Hope to see you soon.
We have been very busy placing new yarns on the shelf.
With the new yarns we have new models in the shop!
From Cascade Yarns, we
have a lovely sweater called “Weekend Classic”by Susie Bonnell knit with
Lana D’Oro. This yarn is 50% Alpaca and 50% Wool which we’ve stocked in several
lovely colors. This is a free pattern. There are great patterns for this yarn on the Cascade web site.
From Tahki Stacy Charles, we have the Anaïs Cowl-Collar Vest designed by Irina Poludnenko and knit in their new yarn called Adele. This
refined tonal version of Ritratto has the added elegance of multicolored
paillettes.
Stop in and ask to see our new products. We’d love to show
you.
I have written a pattern for a "swirl" scarf that uses Footprint yarn from Blue Ridge Yarns. I've decided to call it the "Re-Leaf" scarf. I'm in the process of knitting shop's model so I can't show you a finished piece. I will be washing and blocking the bit that I have knitted and will include a picture in the next blog. If you can't wait that long, stop by and I will show you what I have knitted so far. It is easy to knit because 95% of the knitting is garter stitch!
Hope to see you soon.
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