We continue our wildly popular SUNDAYS IN THE SALON this spring with a combination of gift ideas for grads, moms, and dads, along with some whimsical ideas for your favorite gift recipient—YOU!
Missing the larger projects? We have moved those to SATURDAY KNITALONGS. Check out that schedule as well. We begin each project the first Saturday of the Month and work on the project from 2-4 each successive Saturday.
March 2:Blanket Squares: Curious about cables? Longing to do lace? Planning an afghan for a graduation gift? Join us as we demonstrate several afghan patterns that can be sewn or crocheted together to make a gorgeous finished product. And we’ll even order the yarn you’ll need!
March 9:Self Fringed Shawl: Smell spring in the air? Get a jump on it with the perfect wrap for the cool weather. And wait until you create the fringe by dropping a bunch of stitches (deep breaths, everyone……)
March 16:Lace Anklet: Get ready for tennis (or at least tennis shoes) with these adorable lace anklets. Again, there is prep work for these, so be sure to check with the shop. This is a great way to learn lace knitting.
March 30:Coronet Hat (rescheduled from February): A lovely hat that will teach you to cable, kitchener stitch, and pick up stitches. One skein of Cascade 220 does the entire hat!
April 6:Reversible Lace Shawl: What a great way to learn lace—a nine stitch/two row repeat that creates a gorgeous lightweight shawl perfect for warmer days and evenings
April 13/20:Lacy Bamboo Shrug: Easy, quick and lovely. Can you ask for anything more? Five skeins of bamboo yarn and size 11 needles will make this lacy, openwork shrug perfect for spring and summer evenings.
April 27:Linen Stitch Tie: Is is knit? Is it woven? Find out while making this fantastic tie perfect for Father’s Day or your favorite grad! We made ours from one skein of Koigu but you can use any fingering weight yarn!
May 4:Easy Baby Booties: Looking for an inexpensive and charming baby gift? Check out these booties made from one skein of Koigu yarn. And they actually stay on the baby’s feet!
May 11:Closed for Mother's Day
May 18:Silk Ruffle Scarf: The perfect spring accessory—a simple neckwarmer done in the round that creates an eyecatching ruffle.
May 25:No program due to Memorial Day Weekend (the store WILL be open, though)
June 1:Place Mats: Tired of afghans but don’t want to worry about fitted garments? Knit these cotton placemats. Perfect for your beach house or deck table!
June 8:Lace Anklets: Get ready for tennis (or at least tennis shoes) with these adorable lace anklets. Again, there is prep work for these, so be sure to check with the shop. This is a great way to learn lace knitting.
June 15:Store Closed for Noni Bag Program
Our Saturday KALS have taken on a life of their own! Join the group for wine, snacks, and knitting your project each Saturday of the month. You don’t need to attend every session,but we do recommend that you attend the first week to get some basic instruction and guidance.
MARCH:CABLED SHELL. Get ready for spring. This DK weight shell is a blast to knit, and is far easier than it looks. Created from two cable patterns, it has a flattering line and is the perfect weight for wearing alone or under a jacket.
APRIL:LACE SAMPLER. If you have been eager to try lace, April is the month for you! We will give you the patterns for 12 lace squares that can then be sewn into a gorgeous sampler. Recommended yarn is CASCADE SIERRA—please come to the shop ahead of time to check out our stock—we can show you color cards and special order the yarn for you! This 42 X56” afghan will run you less than $150!
MAY:DIAGONAL TRIANGLE TANK. We call this the Miracle Tank—it looks good on everyone! Unravel the mystery of modular knitting while you knit this lovely sleevelee or short sleeve top. We recommend either the ARTYARNS Regal Silk yarn, Patricia Roberts DK, or Karabella Vintage Cotton. And we’ll spend a lot of time on gauge at the first session—in modular knitting you must get row and stitch gauge!
JUNE:BEACH BAG. Knit yourself a Beach Bag that will carry you and all your gear through the summer! The perfect stressless knitting—no shaping or fit!
WoolWinders: A Knitting Salon does SPRING CLEANING a bit differently!
Join Us on Friday April 2nd through Sunday April 4th
*** 35% Off Selected Yarns ***
The following yarns and patterns will be sold at 35%
off:
Gedifra: All remaining inventory
Katia: All remaining inventory
Noro: Lily yarn
Plymouth: Turino Silk
Rowan: Cork
Colinette: Fandango, Mercury and
Wigwam
Novelties: Tecnohair, Gigi and Spice
Jaeger: Luxury Tweed and Xtra Fine
Merino
Classic Elite: Follies, Montera, Wings and
Zelda
Swedish Yarns: Teddy
Filatura Di Crosa: Primo and 501
GGH: Davos, Bali, Samoa and Safari
Skacel: Baby Merino, Summer Wind, and
Malta
Tahki/Stacy Charles Stacy Charles Merino
Cable, Luna, 127
And if that is not enough, all other yarns, patterns and
accessories (including our new spring selections!) will
be sold at a 15% discount.
Of course, Lew, our resident advertising lawyer, notes the following:
No special orders taken. All sales final. Absolutely no returns or exchanges can be made at these prices. Classes and books excluded from discounts. Sale prices limited to existing inventory - no rain checks. Online sales will be filled, based upon remaining inventory on Sunday evening. Discounts for online
sales will be entered manually. No frequent buyer points awarded for sale purchases.
(Lawyers like rules).
Thank you! We hope to see you this weekend!
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Monday, March 29, 2004
KNITTING BEYOND SCARVES
Are you ready for an easy post-scarf project? Like working on big needles? Come check out Big Needle Afghan Book! We just got this in today; chock full of designs worked on Brown Sheep yarn and all using needles 10.5 and higher, it will help you move on from scarves in a big way!! Also in, "Knit, a Personal Handbook, and Two End Knitting (also known as twined knitting).
Tomorrow is the last Tuesday that we will be closed. Beginning April 1, we will be open 7 days a week!!! Can't wait to see you.
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Sunday, March 28, 2004
JUMPING PONCHO GIRL
Suzie Zamoiskie, a customer who has become a dear friend in a short time, made this adorable poncho for her granddaughter, Asher. Mom Annie was kind enough to send the photo for our site. Suzie adjusted a Sirdar poncho pattern to duplicate the poncho she also made for Annie. The yarn is Rowan Plaid, which proved to be one of our most popular this past season. Asher looks happy to be wearing grandma's work, eh?
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Friday, March 26, 2004
NEEDLE SHORTAGE DECLARED OVER AT WOOLWINDERS
On the heels of our Lantern Moon shipment yesterday, Scott the UPS Guy arrived today with a long awaited box from Crystal Palace. We are now FULLY STOCKED WITH NEEDLES!!!! Whatever your druthers-be it plastic or wood, short or long, DP or straight, we got 'em. So come and get 'em!
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Thursday, March 25, 2004
EXQUISITE NEEDLES
We have proudly carried Lantern Moon baskets since the day we opened. Last year we added their palm leaf and drawstring knitting bags, both of which our customers loved! Today we received their exquisite needles. These straight needles, handcarved in ebony and rosewood, make beautiful gifts or a special treat for yourself! We will get pictures of them up on the site; they need to be seen to be appreciated. We also received beautiful silk sleeves to carry one set with you, and silk rolled needle/accessory cases to store several sets. We had more fun setting up basket displays with these lovely items in them. Think Easter, think Mother's Day; think any special occasion for the knitter in your life.
Also in-new Absolutely Fabulous and Love It kits from Colinette, reorders of Giotto ribbon yarn (hand dyed), and a full complement of pattern books from Mission Falls.
Spring is in the air. We are looking forward to knitting outside before too long!
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Wednesday, March 24, 2004
SOMETIMES A GREAT NOTION
Today was notion day at WoolWinders. We are now fully stocked with those knitting necessities: gauge measurers, needle guards, stitch holders and the like. We also filled in our needles and patterns. And we FINALLY have the popular 365 stitches calendar!
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Tuesday, March 23, 2004
TUESDAYS AT WOOLWINDERS
As promised, we have shown the scene from Sunday's book signing with Anna Zilboorg. We had a great time, and Anna was a dear to come after teaching two workshops near the shop!
Today is Tuesday, our day to be closed. However, after much consideration and consultation with our wonderful staff, we are delighted to announce that beginning April 1 the store will be open SEVEN DAYS A WEEK! We will change the hours on the website and on our door, but make a note that we will be open Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays 12-5; Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10-5:30 and Thursdays 12-8! Remember, that will take effect beginning APRIL 1. So next Tuesday, our last to be closed, will have to be really special. Think we'll spend the day knitting!
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We were going to wait until tonight to blog; wanted to describe yesterday's scene with Anna Zilboorg and load some great pics. But we HAD to stop everything and describe Manos' new yarn, COTTON STRIA, which we received from Scott the UPS Guy about fifteen minutes ago! The yarn is extraordinary. Created in 11 brightly colored hues with a texture that has to be seen, we literally CANNOT WAIT to begin knitting the asymmetrical vest featured on the accompanying pattern book. The yarn looks almost curly, mimicking the effect of wool Manos without having to be thick and thin! We should have the pictures on the site soon. But if you are local, COME IN AND SEE THIS STUFF!!!! Bring your size 5 ot 6 needles to get the 18 stitches per 4 inches called for by the patterns. We will be sitting at the table working on it. That second sock will have to wait.
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Saturday, March 20, 2004
SOCKS AND THE CITY
We looked over from the cash register stand today and noticed that every single person sitting around our table was knitting socks! There must be something in the air, or maybe it was just that our brightly colored funky and funny sock yarn drew everyone's attention. If you have never tackled socks before, take our word for it--it is FUN!!!! We have simple to follow patterns, great classes, and wonderful yarn in all gauges. So join the crowd and knit some spring socks!
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ISN'T SHE LOVELY
One of the things that makes us really happy about owning a shop is the picture above. We love the pride our customers feel about accomplishing something new, and the fact that they think enough to send us a photo for the website means so much! This little beauty, Eleanor, is proudly modeling mom Kit's creation, done without a pattern! As she shared with us, "I just kept knitting!" Isn't that wonderful!
On a separate note, we received an email confirming shipment from Crystal Palace. Stay tuned for the long awaited NEEDLES!!!!
And don't forget our book signing tomorrow, Sunday, with Anna Zilboorg. She will arrive around 2 to sign and chat with us about her fabulous designs and techniques. We carry several of her books: Marvelous Mittens, Simply Socks, 45 Fine and Fanciful Hats, and Knitting for Anarchists. Please stop by!
And to all--Happy Spring!
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Tuesday, March 30, 2004
