We are well-stocked now with one of our favorite (and top selling) yarns-Manos Del Uruguay. This yarn flies out of here! Pure wool, great gauge (3.5-4 st/inch), amazing pattern support, unbelievable colors. All that, and the yarn is spun by a women's co-op in Uruguay. Can't get much better than that!

We don't post photos as often as we should, as we are technologically challenged with the uploading procedure and rely on Lew's good nature to help us; imagine our chagrin when he actually turns to his law practice and is short on time! But we persuaded him to catch us up and he did so in the break before the Dallas/Washington game last night!

First up, Jeff models the fabulous hat Lew made him. Lew is working his way through gifts for his entire law group. We think it is safe to say this may be a first at a DC law firm! Jeff's hat is from the luxurious Blue Sky Alpaca; Lew worked on this during our Alaska trip this summer. Isn't Jeff a great model?

Next, the reason we love our staff so much. One Sunday, Lynne, Brooks and Lew work hand made garments. Brooks models his sweater from Stitch n Bitch; Lynne is outfitted head to toe with scarf and socks, and Lew made this extraordinary sweater out of cotton classic. It has proven to be his favorite golf sweater.

We taught the mother/daughter team of Diane and Louisa in several classes. Louisa just finished her felted bag and scarf, while mom Diane made this gorgeous scarf.

First time knitter Elizabeth made this great baby blanket for her sister's baby. Isn't is great? She proved to be a natural, and is already on to her next project!

We like this picture of a typical Saturday at the shop, as the staff surrounds a customer in distress! Ponchos need to be fitted and sewn, and everyone pitches in!

Finally, as promised. Pat came in for her photo op to celebrate her celebrity status as the winner of our 15% off for an entire year drawing held during our anniversary sale!

and a bit of Rowan too! That's what Walter the UPS Guy brought us today! We are now fully stocked with Skacel needles (including the all important and much back-ordered 32" size 17!), Bryson notions, and fabulous swifts to wind yarn. The swifts go quickly; they are the perfect gift for the knitter in your life (yes, that includes yourself!), so come grab one to make your yarn winding easier.

Rowan sent fabulous additional colors of Polar and Wool Cotton, two of our favorite yarns. Think sweaters. They are all the rage this season.

Ted, our substitute UPS Guy, arrived at our door at 5:20 yesterday after a very long day. We were glad to see him, because he brought some fabulous things from our favorite book source, Unicorn Press. Come see the KNITTING PRETTY 16-MONTH 2005 CALENDAR.Perfect to hang on your wall for inspiration, patterns, and just eye candy for the knitter! Also in, restocks of the extremely popular Baby Blankets Two and Hot Knits.

And our first taste of the Holidays arrived! Family Circle Knitting Holiday 2004 issue is here! Wow! Guess we have to start thinking of gifts!

We have been blog-less for a few days--no excuse other than the fact that we have been incredibly busy!!!! Also, Walter the UPS Guy has been scarce around here. But late yesterday we received a big box from Dale of Norway; we are now restocked with all the colors of Baby Ull which were low in supply. This wonderful yarn does so much more than baby things. Try it for socks, gloves, lace scarves/shawls. It is washable and durable, and the colorways are fantastic!

Also for those wool averse customers, we received new stock of Stork, the baby yarn in cotton. Again, its uses reach far beyond baby clothes.

We are anxiously awaiting Koigu; hopefully today or early next week. We will, of course, keep you all posted.

Finally, please note that Kollage Yarns has rescheduled their class/trunk show for SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24. Come join Mark and Susan as they tease you with the delights of their gorgeous hand-dyed multi stranded yarns. A fun time for all.

Again on our day off we received word that LARGE boxes had arrived from Knitting Fever, the distributor of Debbie Bliss and Noro Yarns. So we just could not wait until tomorrow! And what riches were contained. We are now fully stocked with Baby Cashmerino (including the elusive white and off white!) and Cashmerino Aran, which seems to be flying off the shelves this year. We also received several colors of restocked Alpaca Silk, another wonderful choice for Fall knitting. And we were greeted as well by two new colors of Silk Garden and one of Iro, as well as a stunning white silk ribbon from Hana Silk. Come see!

Also in, Berroco Suede in the Brown and Buttery Tan. Someone already took one bag of the brown; this yarn does not stay long on the shelves!

Strap on your pith helmet, pick a project, and join us in an additional section of our KNITTING SAFARI scheduled in December. This class has proven to be immensely popular, as students work on individual projects that are beyond their current abilities, but have a class and teacher at the ready to help every step of the way. Our Safaris fill quickly; join us four Wednesdays in December (1,8,15 and 22) from 6-8 PM for this fun and challenging experience. Call or email jacqui@woolwinders.com if you are interested!

Just received word from the Kollage folks that they have to cancel this Sunday's class and trunk show due to Hurricane Ivan. Susan and Mark live in Birmingham, Alabama and have been without power for several days and cannot leave at this time. We will reschedule the event, and apologize for the inconvenience.

Yesterday Walter the UPS Guy struggled with two ENORMOUS boxes from Unique Kolours, the distributor for one of our favorite yarn lines, Colinette. We are now fully restocked with fabulous colors of Giotto (come see the cute jacket we made in hot pink!), Mohair and Zanziba, and AbFab/Vintage kits for throws and ponchos. One of our most popular (and truth be told, spectacular) items of late has been the Winterthur shawl, knit from Mohair and Zanziba. Our own Lisa Twomey worked this up in the Sahara colourways (deep oranges, greens and golds) and everyone who sees it views it as a must-have! We have her sample on display.

If you are seeking a truly unique and sophisticated gift for a loved one (yes, you can count yourself!), we will help you put together dramatic colors of the yarns. Or, if you are not sure you can wear a poncho -- or want to -- consider this shawl. The pattern is quite easy; perfect for a beginner! Guaranteed to elicit the "ooh and aah" factor!

We were delighted to see Walter the UPS Guy before we opened this morning, staring plaintively through the door. Of COURSE we would welcome him as we noticed the return sticker on one of the huge boxes he wheeled in! Yes, more Rowan has arrived. More Kid Classic, More Yorkshire Tweed DK, More Plaid, More Chunky Print, More Felted Tweed, More Big Wool. More, more, more. And the pattern support this year is simply gorgeous. Come see what you can create with these beautiful yarns and patterns.