HAPPINESS IS...

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photo-276   Happiness is a new pair of hand knit socks on a cold Fall evening in front of the fire:) Socks knitted with JADE SAPPHIRE TARTAN cashmere yarn. Here's to warm feet everywhere!

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FLO'S MALABRIGO RASTA SCARF!

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photo-275   Yesterday it was LIZ, and today it's now something from our own FLO MEIT--a super soft, super chunky scarf knitted using our customer's #1 favorite  yarn, MALABRIGO RASTA! It's soft, it's chunky, it's easy to knit with and it makes GREAT quick-knit items for holiday gift giving. This scarf is extra fun because there is an element of braiding to lend a little panche to this trendy scarf. And as always, seam the ends together and turn it into an infinity scarf for the younger set at Woolwinders, your HOLIDAY yarn shop!

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LIZ'S CUTE COWL!

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photo-274   Our own LIZ SYMBORSKI is at it again with another wonderful cute cowl model for the holiday season! This VERY pretty cowl is also VERY soft, knitted on big needles with CASCADE ECO HIGHLAND DUO yarn, a new shop favorite! Easy eyelets make the pattern a snap to knit and the adorable I-cord is optional: use it to create a snug look or omit it and wear as an infinity scarf. Once again, quick, fun, and pretty, another perfect holiday gift idea for you at Woolwinders, your holiday yarn shop!

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WING FINITY COWL FOR THE HOLIDAYS!

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photo-273   Just in time for the holidays! Knit up this lovely WING FINITY COWL in no time flat! The soft, pretty lace pattern is edged with just the right touch of sparkle to add some holiday flair to your wardrobe whether you're at the office or out on the town this holiday season. And knit on size 10 needles holding two strands together of TSC/ARTYARN TRANQULITY cashmere/merino/silk blend and fun ARTISTE METALLIC yarn for a garter edging, it also makes a quick and luxurious holiday gift. For a more practical take on this lovely lace infinity cowl/scarf, knit it using any worsted weight yarn OR make it half the size and turn it into a bulky weight cowl at Woolwinders, your holiday yarn shop!

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GREAT NEW YARN BOWLS & MUGS!

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photo-272   Get ready for the holidays at WOOLWINDERS YARN SHOP! NEW TODAY:  1. Handcrafted YARN BOWLS and MUGS with whimsical sayings from PAWLEY STUDIOS! 2. NEW shipment of MALABRIGO RASTA super bulky yarn in new colors! 3. Several new titles of knitting BOOKS/MAGAZINES for the holidays featuring KNITTED GIFTS and BABY KNITS! COMING SOON: More stunning selections from DANCING LEAF FARM, MOUNTAIN COLORS, CASCADE, and DELLA Q NEEDLE CASES!  

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LEARN TO ADD BEADS IN OUR QUEEN LUCY'S MITTS CLASS!

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photo-251   Keep warm, knit a GREAT gift, and learn to incorporate BEADING into your knitting while making these lovely QUEEN LUCY'S MITTS in SUSAN ALLAWAY'S class on SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER 23 & 30 from 1-3 PM! So fun you'll want to make everyone a pair for the winter! In this class you will learn to knit in the round, work a thumb gusset, and use beads in your knitting. You choose the yarn and we'll provide the beads--it doesn't get any easier than that:) Join Susan and knit an absolutely beautiful accessory to add a bit of elegance to your winter wardrobe this season at Woolwinders, you neighborhood yarn shop! REGISTER TODAY by calling 240-632-9276 or register online at www.woolwinders.com.

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WELCOME SUZY ROY!

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Woolwinders is pleased to introduce the newest member of our wonderful staff: SUZY ROY! Look for Suzy's cheery smile on weekends beginning in November and be sure to give her a very warm welcome to our knitting community:)  Suzy started knitting several years ago by watching online videos and learning by her usual method of trial and error.  Because of the conflicting nature of both simplicity and complexity in knitting, what started out as something to just dabble in has captured her attention and become an obsession and beloved hobby.  A native of New Hampshire, Suzy recently moved to Rockville with her husband, two adopted rescue dogs and house bunny.  It can be assumed that between the “furbabies” and her extensive yarn stash, their home will be well insulated and warm during the winter months for many years to come.  When not knitting, you can usually find Suzy hiking nearby trails or cheering on her New England sports teams.  Welcome, Suzy!

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

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free-halloween-powerpoint-background-8 Here's to a SAFE and HAPPY HALLOWEEN everyone!  

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NEW IN-STORE KNITALONG BEGINNING DECEMBER!

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  photo-270   *NEW IN-STORE KNITALONG FOR YOU! The FUN WITH FLO LUNCHTIME KNITALONG (KAL) is the perfect way to build a little personal knitting time into your busy work schedule during the week and enjoy some relaxing social knitting! Each month the KAL Host, FLO MEIT, will select a pretty new project for FUN WITH FLO and will be on hand each week to offer a friendly face and a helping hand. The DECEMBER KAL PROJECT is Spring Kerchief by Sachiko Uemura (pictured above) and is a pretty lace or fingering weight kerchief/shawlette using Malabrigo Silkpaca, Shalimar Breathless, Rowan Fine Art, or any other lovely lace or fingering weight yarn. So if you are looking for a little "me-knitting-time" to sneak into your schedule on your lunch hours, this is it! December Dates are: WEDNESDAYS, DECEMBER 4, 11, 18 from 12:00 noon-1:30 PM. REGISTER TODAY by calling 240-632-9276 or register online at www.woolwinders.com!

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GREAT FIRST PROJECT: HAVESU HOODIE!

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20131021_151300   Looking for a great first project beyond scarves? The HAVESU HOODIE is just the project for you! It has basic construction elements, a sporty modern flair, and is quick to knit (aka no sleeves!). Be sure to join JESSICA ARMSTRONG on SATURDAYS from 10-12 PM this NOVEMBER 9, 16 & 23 and learn the beginning steps to shaping a sweater and end up with a great holiday gift for yourself or someone you love! Jessica's lovely daughter, ALISON, is seen here wearing the HAVESU HOODIE knitted up in CASCADE ECO HIGHLAND DUO yarn. Can't make it on Saturdays? No worries! You can still learn from JESSICA on MONDAY EVENINGS from 6-8 PM on NOVEMBER 4, 11, & 18 in her SAFARI LITE GROUP KNITTING CLASS at Woolwinders, your neighborhood yarn shop! knitscene-summer-2012-0402.jpg-550x0

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