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Noro 30% Off

Sara — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:11:23 +0000

Grace, here at the shop, enjoys knitting and crocheting with all our beautiful yarns. We’re always in awe when she brings in a project that she’s working on. We immediately want to make it too! In honor of her birthday next Saturday, January 28th, we’re currently offering one of her favorite lines – Noro – at 30% off. Noro is known for the striking colors in Kureyon, Silk Garden, Kogarashi, Iro and many more. Get yours while they last!

Fiberspates Scrumptious Yarn

Sara — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:39:27 +0000

Lantern Moon has introduced this new luxurious yarn – and it’s in the shop! Three weights of this beautiful yarn are available now – Lace, 4 ply/Sport Superwash and DK/Worsted.

Knitscene Spring Issue

Sara — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:28:01 +0000

Just in! Interweave’s special issue of Knitscene 2012. Yarns for spring and patterns for novice knitters as well as those who’ve knitted since childhood are included in the magazine. Come get yours soon!

Knitted Mittens

Sara — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:33:40 +0000

The pattern used for this class is LOOSELY based on Knitty’s “Fetching” mitts but only for the cables at the bottom and the way the thumb is started. Great first mitten project – learn cables and knitting the thumb for all gloves/mittens.

Class dates are Saturdays, Jan. 14 & 21, 1-3pm. Cost is $35 plus materials.

Crochet Workshop

Sara — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:28:08 +0000

Join us Saturday, January 28th from 10:30am – 1:30pm for a fantastic workshop with Kathy. This workshop is geared toward those who already know the basic stitches of crocheting and are ready to take it to the next level. You will learn how to combine the basics to begin a project while learning to read a pattern or chart. If you have a pattern you’ve been wanting to start, bring it with you – Kathy can get you started. Otherwise, she will have a project ready to begin. (Bring a snack with you if you like) Cost is $30 + materials.

Learn to Knit!

Sara — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:22:37 +0000

Make your New Year’s resolution now to learn to make all those beautiful hats, blankets and sweaters you see others knitting. You’ll be a pro in no time! Classes are Monday evenings Jan. 9, 16 & 23; 6-7:30pm OR Fridays, Jan 13 & 20 from 1:30 – 3:30pm. Cost is $35 + materials.

Socks on DPN’S

Sara — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:08:14 +0000

Join us for one of our classes knitting socks on double point needles. Fridays, Jan. 13, 20 & 27; 10-11:30am or on Saturdays in January on the 7th, 14th or 21st at the same time – 10-11:30am. Cost is $45 + materials (10% discount on class yarns).

Using double pt. needles to knit socks is much easier than it looks – the perfect method for beginners!

Christmas Closings….

Sara — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:15:32 +0000

Season’s Greetings everyone! In order to enjoy this wonderful season with our families, we will be closing Christmas Eve at 1pm and reopening bright and early Monday morning (Dec. 26th) at 10am!

All the best to you!!

Addi Click Needles on Sale!!

Sara — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:26:42 +0000

Our Addi Click Interchangeable Stainless Steel and Bamboo Needle Sets are currently 25% OFF! Addi has a superb reputation of producing top-of-the-line knitting needles. Treat yourself or a knitting friend to an enviable gift this Christmas!

Book Signing with Tamela Rich

Sara — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 22:12:55 +0000

Our own Tam Rich, whom many of you already know, will be signing copies of her book, Live Full Throttle: Life Lessons from Friends Who Faced Cancer, at the Cottage during Tuesday Night Knitting Tuesday, December 6th from 5pm – 8pm.
Tam based the book on two years of riding her motorcycle across the US and Canada with other women committed to the breast cancer cause.
Join us for refreshments and lots of conversation as we welcome Tam to the Cottage!